First and Second Pass Transcriptions- How To's

Transcription Guide - First Pass
Photos taken with the BillionGraves App need to be transcribed so they can become searchable for public view.   To begin transcribing, log in to your ac...
Mon, 6 Jul, 2026 at 1:21 PM
Transcription Guide - Second Pass
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...
Mon, 6 Jul, 2026 at 1:25 PM
How Do I Transcribe A Prefix?
Transcribing A Prefix The prefix box, when chosen, will display under the Family Names box on the left.   A prefix is an individual's ti...
Mon, 6 Jul, 2026 at 2:17 PM
How Do I Transcribe A Given Name?
Transcribing the Given Name The "Given Names" box is the first box on the right-hand side of the transcription field. Given names in...
Mon, 6 Jul, 2026 at 2:19 PM
How Do I Transcribe A Family Name?
Transcribing A Family Name The "Family Names" box is the second box on the right-hand side of the transcription field. Family names ...
Mon, 6 Jul, 2026 at 2:20 PM
How Do I Transcribe The Day Of Birth Or Death?
Transcribing the Birth or Death Day The "Birth or Death Date" box is the second set of boxes in the third and fourth fields on the right-hand ...
Mon, 6 Jul, 2026 at 2:23 PM
How Do I Transcribe A Birth Or Death Month?
Transcribing the Birth or Death Month The "Birth or Death Month" box is the first set of boxes in the third and fourth fields on the right-han...
Mon, 6 Jul, 2026 at 2:25 PM
How Do I Transcribe Year of Birth Or Death?
Transcribing the Year of Birth or Death The "Birth or Death Year" boxes are the third set of boxes in the third and fourth fields on the ri...
Mon, 6 Jul, 2026 at 2:26 PM
How Do I Transcribe a Suffix?
Transcribing a Suffix The suffix box, when chosen, will appear under the "Family Names" box.  A suffix comes after an individu...
Mon, 6 Jul, 2026 at 2:29 PM
How Do I Transcribe A Maiden Name?
Transcribing A Maiden Name The "maiden name" box can be added to the transcription form in two ways. By clicking on the Add More Informat...
Mon, 6 Jul, 2026 at 2:30 PM