Using the FamilySearch Catalog: Difference between revisions

=== Introduction  ===

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The [https://familysearch.org/catalog-search FamilySearch Catalog] is the key to accessing the vast collection of microfilm, microfiche, and printed volumes at the [[Family History Library]].&nbsp; Therefore effective use of the catalog increases the effective use of the collection.  

=== Record coverage  ===

=== Where to find the FamilySearch Catalog  ===

=== Using the Search categories  ===

All Family History Library materials (microfilm, microfiche, books, CDs, etc.) are cataloged a variety of ways to help you more easily locate them.&nbsp; You may find what you're looking for by searching for a place (e.g., Pike County, Illinois), or by the category of records (e.g., Military records) or by your family surname.&nbsp; The same roll of microfilm or book or microfiche may be catalogued two or three or more ways.&nbsp; There are eight types of searches are available to help you locate information to help you in your family history research:<br>  

:#[https://familysearch.org/catalog-search Surnames]  

:#[https://familysearch.org/catalog-search Film/Fiche Number]

*[[Introduction to the FamilySearch Catalog]]  

*[[FamilySearch Catalog Places Search]]  

*[[FamilySearch Catalog Titles Search]]  

*[[FamilySearch Catalog Authors Search]]  

*[[FamilySearch Catalog Subjects Search]]  

*[[FamilySearch Catalog Keywords Search]]  

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