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How do I transcribe a memorial with multiple names? Use the Memorial Wall/Mausoleum Button
Note: This is best done with multiple photos being taken of the same monument since only about 25 people can be saved on one transcription at a time.  F...
Tue, 15 Mar, 2022 at 2:05 PM
How can I rate an image while transcribing? What are green and red flags?
A headstone image becomes a record after it is approved through the rating process. Green and red flags are a way to rate images. Here is what they are for ...
Mon, 31 Jan, 2022 at 7:33 PM
Transcribe Photos Taken Yourself, With the App- Manual Method
Use this method to bypass the automatic transcription queue in order to transcribe the photos you have taken with the app.  This method allows you to choose...
Fri, 7 Jul, 2023 at 2:24 PM
Linking BillionGraves Records to FamilySearch Records
FamilySearch is a world-wide tree that is free to the public and contains many rich records, that can't be found elsewhere. We love linking BillionGrave...
Wed, 10 Jun, 2020 at 11:39 AM
Can I add records using a spreadsheet?
Yes. This advanced featured is available from the BillionGraves website. You must export your spreadsheet as a CSV (Common Separated Values) file, before im...
Mon, 1 Jul, 2019 at 1:31 PM
How do I add military information?
To Add Military Information on the Transcription Page: #1 Click on Advanced Mode  #2 Click Add Military Info #3 Add the transcription from the gravest...
Tue, 9 Jun, 2020 at 8:33 PM
How do I delete a record or image?
You can delete images that you have uploaded yourself if they have not been transcribed yet. But you cannot delete a record. You can, however, request that ...
Fri, 21 May, 2021 at 3:54 PM
How To Transcribe Difficult Gravestones
This headstone from Rose Hill Cemetery in Creighton, Knox, Nebraska, is difficult to read since the inscription is worn and faded. However, the date is fair...
Tue, 9 Jun, 2020 at 4:04 PM
How do I merge duplicate gravestone images?
If you come across two photos of the same gravestone, you can merge them. Here's how: #1 On the Life Information Page, make the vital information (g...
Wed, 10 Jun, 2020 at 6:15 AM
Second-Pass Transcriptions
BillionGraves is striving to have the most accurate records possible. Our transcribers are the best! However, we all make mistakes at times that need a litt...
Tue, 9 Jun, 2020 at 4:37 PM