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The timeline grid is a research aid that makes it easy to track your research findings. It also allows you to view your research findings in a compact and readable format so you can use them for further research. <br> | The timeline grid is a research aid that makes it easy to track your research findings. It also allows you to view your research findings in a compact and readable format so you can use them for further research. <br> | ||
The timeline grid is usually made by creating a table in a word processor, but it can also be created in a spreadsheet. Templates are [http://usabledesignmatters.com/fh/timeline_grid_templates/index.html available here].<br> | The timeline grid is usually made by creating a table in a word processor, but it can also be created in a spreadsheet. Templates are [http://usabledesignmatters.com/fh/timeline_grid_templates/index.html available here]. One can also print a copy and hand write the information.<br> | ||
Because the timeline grid is based on the census, it’s most helpful for countries and time periods with regular census enumerations. It uses columns for vital information and each census, and rows for each family member. <br> | Because the timeline grid is based on the census, it’s most helpful for countries and time periods with regular census enumerations. It uses columns for vital information and each census, and rows for each family member. <br> | ||
== What Does it Look Like? == | == What Does it Look Like? == | ||
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== What About More Advanced Uses? == | == What About More Advanced Uses? == | ||