Before you install Family Tree Maker 2024, make sure your computer meets its system requirements. This helps the application run smoothly and enables you use all the extra features. Here are the prerequisites for Windows and Mac.
Requirements for Windows Systems
Family Tree Maker 2024 works with modern Windows computers. Before you install, make sure your system meets these minimal requirements.
Operating System Requirements:
- Windows 10 (64-bit) or newer
- Windows 11 (64-bit) supported
- Administrator rights required for installation
Hardware Requirements:
- Processor: Intel Core i3 or AMD comparable processor (2.0 GHz or faster is best)
- Memory: 4 GB of RAM (8 GB or more is optimal for performance)
- Storage: You need at least 2 GB of free space on your hard drive to install it.
- You need more room to store your family tree files and media.
- Graphics: Graphics card that works with DirectX 9
- Display: Minimum screen resolution of 1024 x 768; 1920 x 1080 or above is recommended.
Requirements for Mac Systems
Family Tree Maker 2024 works with the most recent versions of macOS. Before you download, read these requirements.
Operating System Requirements:
- macOS 10.15 (Catalina) or newer
- macOS Big Sur, Monterey, Ventura, and Sonoma fully supported
- Administrator privileges needed for installation
Requirements for Hardware:
- Processor: Intel Core i3 or Apple M1/M2 chip for the processor
- Memory: At least 4 GB of RAM (8 GB or more is better)
- Storage: The program needs at least 2 GB of free storage space.
- Extra space needed for family tree data, pictures, and papers
- Graphics: A graphics card that works with metal
- Display: 1024 x 768 (Retina monitors are supported)
Additional Requirements
For the best experience with Family Tree Maker 2024, you need more than just the system requirements.
Software Dependencies:
- It’s best to have the most recent updates for your operating system.
- Current web browser PDF reader for viewing and printing reports.
Storage Considerations:
- Huge family history collections may need to be stored somewhere else or backed up in the cloud since they include so many pictures and documents.
- Hard disks that are more traditional are slower than SSDs.
Network and Security:
- You may need to change your firewall settings for online synchronization to operate.
- Family Tree Maker should be able to go to the internet via antivirus protection.
- You should back up your family history data often.
Last Thoughts
Family Tree Maker 2024 can operate on most new PCs. If your PC meets these requirements, you may use new features and improvements without any problems. You may contact the Family Tree Makers support team to check your system or find out whether it works with yours.
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