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 Before beginning a search in these records, it is best to know the full name of the individual in question, as well as an approximate time range for the desired record. When entered into the search engine on the Collection Page, this information provides the quickest, most reliable path to finding the correct person. Of course, other information can be substituted as necessary.
-The probate records are categorized in order by county, record type, date range, and volume. The earlier probate packets are arranged in three series arranged alphabetically by surname. The more recent records are filed by date.
+=== Search the Index ===
+{{Search Collection Link
+| CID=CID1865481
+|}}
+=== View the Images ===
+View images in this collection by visiting the '''{{RecordSearch|1865481|Browse Page|access=browse}}''':
+# Select '''Court'''
+# Select '''Record Type, Date Range and Volume''' to view the images.
-=== Search by Name by Visiting the {{RecordSearch|1865481|Collection Page}}. ===
+=== How Do I Analyze the Results? ===
-Fill in the requested information in the initial search page to return a list of possible matches. Compare the individuals on the list with what is already known to find the correct family or person. This step may require examining multiple individuals before a match is located.
+Compare each result from your search with what you know to determine if there is a match. This may require viewing multiple records or images.  Keep track of your research in a [[Use_Appropriate_Forms#Prepare_a_Research_Log | research log]].
-An index is available on the [http://www.archway.archives.govt.nz/ Archives of New Zealand] website, which will give the probate record number associated with a name. When you search for a name on the index, it will bring up a list of documents that mention that name. When you find the entry you are looking for, click on "Order Details" to find the probate record number. On FamilySearch find the range of record numbers that includes your record number. Be prepared to sort through the files as they are often out of numerical order at the beginning of the set.
-=== View Images in This Collection by Visiting the Browse Page ===
-Images of digitized records in this collection may be accessed by following this series of links: <br>
-⇒ Select '''Browse through images''' on the initial collection page <br>
-⇒ Select the appropriate '''Court''' <br>
-⇒ Select the appropriate '''Record Type, Date Range and Volume''' to go to the images.
-Compare the information found on the images with what is already known determine if a particular record relates to the correct person. This process may require examining multiple records before the correct person is located.
 == What Do I Do Next? ==