# About the RootsMagic category **URL:** \ **Category:** RootsMagic\ **Created:** [August 19, 2021, 8:29pm UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15 "2021-08-19T20:29:28Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 20\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![mike](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/m/58f4c7/32.png) [@mike](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/mike)\ **Post date:** [August 19, 2021, 8:29pm UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/1 "2021-08-19T20:29:28Z")
Questions, discussion, or tips about using RootsMagic. The RootsMagic category is where you can connect with other RootsMagic users to ask questions, share ideas, and discuss how to use the software. Topics must be related to RootsMagic and its uses. If you are having technical issues using the software, please contact our support directly at [RootsMagic Help](http://rootsmagic.com/help). Discussion on research methodology, DNA, surname help, other companies or products, or other general genealogy topics is not permitted. Off-topic posts will be deleted without warning. ---
**Author:** ![GardnerReyn](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/8c91f0/32.png) [@GardnerReyn](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/GardnerReyn)\ **Post date:** [October 1, 2021, 4:07pm UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/2 "2021-10-01T16:07:46Z")
Why are dna features not up for discussion? ---
**Author:** ![Terry](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.rootsmagic.com/terry/32/108_2.png) [@Terry](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/Terry)\ **Post date:** [October 2, 2021, 3:02pm UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/3 "2021-10-02T15:02:55Z")
I don’t think he means DNA features of RootsMagic. I believe he is referring to DNA discussions that are not directly pertinent to RM e.g Which site do you use for comparisons? Do you match with this marker etc. etc. If I am wrong no doubt Michael will elaborate ---
**Author:** ![GardnerReyn](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/8c91f0/32.png) [@GardnerReyn](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/GardnerReyn)\ **Post date:** [October 2, 2021, 5:07pm UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/4 "2021-10-02T17:07:32Z")
Thank you. Where do I find out how RM handles dna comparisons within the program or has the ability to have plug ins that will analyze dna. ---
**Author:** ![Terry](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.rootsmagic.com/terry/32/108_2.png) [@Terry](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/Terry)\ **Post date:** [October 2, 2021, 5:20pm UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/5 "2021-10-02T17:20:47Z")
RootsMagic is a genealogical software program, not a DNA analysis program ---
**Author:** ![GardnerReyn](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/g/8c91f0/32.png) [@GardnerReyn](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/GardnerReyn)\ **Post date:** [October 2, 2021, 5:29pm UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/6 "2021-10-02T17:29:00Z")
That is why I ask if RM accepts plug ins that will analyze. So, there are no fields similiar to family tree maker that will allow for entry of dna kit numbers and plug in such as chartmaster to seamlessly analize? It is more efficient to have in an integrated program. Hopefully the import feature will handle over 250,000 folks? ---
**Author:** ![LornaHen](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/ccd318/32.png) [@LornaHen](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/LornaHen)\ **Post date:** [October 3, 2021, 5:25am UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/7 "2021-10-03T05:25:35Z")
You can create your own custom facts @GardnerReyn and/or use the suffix or nickname fields, which can be easily searched in the Advanced search ---
**Author:** ![lbaar](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/l/b3f665/32.png) [@lbaar](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/lbaar)\ **Post date:** [October 15, 2021, 2:14am UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/8 "2021-10-15T02:14:45Z")
Is there any way to get rid of the pink and blue people easily? ---
**Author:** ![kbens0n](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.rootsmagic.com/kbens0n/32/80_2.png) [@kbens0n](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/kbens0n)\ **Post date:** [October 15, 2021, 2:29am UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/9 "2021-10-15T02:29:54Z")
> [@lbaar](#): > > Is there any way to get rid of the pink and blue people easily? Settings\>Display Settings\>Show avatars on ped/fam views ---
**Author:** ![Benny](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.rootsmagic.com/benny/32/212_2.png) [@Benny](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/Benny)\ **Post date:** [October 24, 2021, 9:16pm UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/10 "2021-10-24T21:16:16Z")
Thanks for this tip. I think my system actually is a bit faster without seeing any avatars or ancestor photos, although it is a nice feature. ---
**Author:** ![flingwing](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.rootsmagic.com/flingwing/32/811_2.png) [@flingwing](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/flingwing)\ **Post date:** [January 22, 2022, 8:55pm UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/11 "2022-01-22T20:55:54Z")
First post here! Is the RM8 thumb drive intended to work as a total system? In other words, will it enable me carry data files and to plug into any (Windows) computer and run the full program? Sorry if this is covered elsewhere. Couldn’t find it and back into genealogy and RM after a long absence. I have loads of questions but will try to feed it slow. ---
**Author:** ![kfunk](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.rootsmagic.com/kfunk/32/68_2.png) [@kfunk](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/kfunk)\ **Post date:** [January 22, 2022, 9:33pm UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/12 "2022-01-22T21:33:41Z")
No! It is simply a drive, with the installer file for RM on it. You would do just as well to download the installer from the RM website as it will be more up to date than the one on the flash drive. Once you have installed RM8 on your computer, there are instructions on the RM Wiki for creating a RM ToGo drive which will allow you to plug into other computers and run the program. Those instructions are at [RootsMagic To-Go - RootsMagic Wiki](http://wiki.rootsmagic.com/wiki/RootsMagic_8:RootsMagic_To-Go). For future reference, you may do better creating a new topic instead of attaching to a three month old topic. ---
**Author:** ![flingwing](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.rootsmagic.com/flingwing/32/811_2.png) [@flingwing](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/flingwing)\ **Post date:** [January 22, 2022, 9:40pm UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/13 "2022-01-22T21:40:37Z")
Ok, Thanks, Ken (I’m a Ken too). I actually ordered it when I ordered my RM8, so I guess I’m stuck with it. I’ll follow your instructions. I was hoping! Thanks again, Ken ---
**Author:** ![IanF](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/i/ecccb3/32.png) [@IanF](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/IanF)\ **Post date:** [February 3, 2023, 7:37am UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/14 "2023-02-03T07:37:25Z")
First post here - I wish to copy a branch of my family tree to another file that I have started. How do I achieve this? ---
**Author:** ![kbens0n](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.rootsmagic.com/kbens0n/32/80_2.png) [@kbens0n](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/kbens0n)\ **Post date:** [February 3, 2023, 11:57am UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/15 "2023-02-03T11:57:36Z")
> [@IanF](#): > > How do I achieve this? [Can i split out a specific line to a new fil - RootsMagic - RootsMagic Community](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/can-i-split-out-a-specific-line-to-a-new-fil/5533/2). Do a backup first. You can ~temporarily~ unlink a spouse (or spouses) to exclude parts of tree(s) also, if desired, before the drag n’ drop. ---
**Author:** ![warner](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/w/0ea827/32.png) [@warner](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/warner)\ **Post date:** [December 16, 2024, 3:04pm UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/16 "2024-12-16T15:04:08Z")
can Roots magic make it easier to multiple marriages and it would be easier if it type surname WARD it stars with ward and not edWards same with place names ---
**Author:** ![kbens0n](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.rootsmagic.com/kbens0n/32/80_2.png) [@kbens0n](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/kbens0n)\ **Post date:** [December 16, 2024, 5:28pm UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/17 "2024-12-16T17:28:15Z")
> [@warner](#): > > can Roots magic make it easier to multiple marriages If you don’t suggest HOW you see an improvement could be made or describe WHAT DIFFICULTY you’re facing, there’ll be no way for anyone to understand. > [@warner](#): > > and it would be easier if it type surname WARD it stars with ward and not edWards same with place names It is operating “as designed” (to be able to filter down names to those containing a particular sequence of characters) and I’m pretty sure Renee will chime in with a special way to achieve your exact desire (pretty sure there is a way, though I don’t remember it). ---
**Author:** ![rzamor1](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.rootsmagic.com/rzamor1/32/8_2.png) [@rzamor1](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/rzamor1)\ **Post date:** [December 16, 2024, 6:28pm UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/18 "2024-12-16T18:28:56Z")
For an exact name search begin with the quotation mark. "WARD would only give you Ward and not Edward. ---
**Author:** ![rzamor1](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.rootsmagic.com/rzamor1/32/8_2.png) [@rzamor1](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/rzamor1)\ **Post date:** [December 16, 2024, 6:30pm UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/19 "2024-12-16T18:30:57Z")
Going to close this thread because it contains a hodgepodge of different topics within it. Make sure to open a new post when you have a different question. ---
**Author:** ![rzamor1](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.rootsmagic.com/rzamor1/32/8_2.png) [@rzamor1](https://community.rootsmagic.com/u/rzamor1)\ **Post date:** [December 16, 2024, 6:31pm UTC](https://community.rootsmagic.com/t/about-the-rootsmagic-category/15/20 "2024-12-16T18:31:32Z")