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Project 3: Docs, Stories and Photos


Goal 5: Preparing Uploads



Goal 5: Prepare photos and documents to be uploaded. Vault


Getting the right photos that are in the right format will save you time and get better results.

Summary

Choices


A Scan any physical photos or documents that you want to upload, or take photos of documents with a digital device.


  1. Add descriptions for each item.(Scanning is preferable for quality; if you don't have a scanner or need help, you can visit a FamilySearch center for assistance.)
  2. Learn about creating and editing digital photos.

    TH—Creating and Editing Digital Photos - 2019

  3. Learn the basics of scanning for genealogists.

    BYU—Scanning Basics—63:00 - 2016



  4. Improve your digital photography skills.

    BYU—Digital Photography for Genealogists—57:39 - 2016


    Digital Photography for Genealogists—32:06

Exercises



B (Optional) If necessary, crop or enhance photos or documents after scanning them.


  1. Use FreeOnlinePhotoEditor to enhance digital pictures in your browser.
  2. Try other resources for photo editing.