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How can I disable Smart Matching for Family Tree Builder?

If you would like to disable the Smart Matches you get in your Family Tree Builder (FTB), please follow the steps below:

1. On the top menu bar of Family Tree Builder, click on the 'Tools'

2. Click on 'Options'
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3. In the window that opens, select 'Smart Matching' on the left side menu.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​


4. On the right, you will have options to change the 'Auto Match' parameter. Select 'No' to turn off Smart Matching for all your projects in Family Tree Builder.
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5. Click 'OK' to save the changes and close the window.


Note: Disabling Smart Matches for Family Tree Builder doesn't disable the Smart Matches you get from your online family site. To disable the feature from the family site, please read: Can I disable Smart Matches?


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