Creates ahnentafels from Pedigree Trees (plus other tools to assist with data input to Genealogical DNA Analysis Tool).
Pedigree Thief Extension
Please note that only English language pages are supported although the extension may function in other language sites.
The extension's primary function is to read pedigree trees ( Geni and MyHeritage) and convert them to Ahnentafel. See also the included Pedigree to GedCom application that can read pedigrees from other sources.
It will also read information on matches from MyHeritage as well as adding a couple of utilities to some GedMatch web pages.
Before using for the first time, right-click the icon and select 'Help' from the menu. This will give guidance to setting up and using the extension. For further help join the Pedigree Thief Facebook group.
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Pedigree Thief Change Log
Version 3.0.21 updated 2 December 2024
- Fixed recent change in MyHeritage matches page.
Version 3.0.20 updated 14 October 2024
- Added options to reading MyHeritage matches the does not involve opening the chromosome browser.
Version 3.0.19 updated 9 October 2024
- Fixed GedMatch Pedigree page - P2G button now appearing.
Version 3.0.18 updated 25 June 2024
- Fixed endless loop reading a MyHeritage triangulation.
Version 3.0.17 updated 17 April 2024
- Fixed bug where sometimes PT would not read MyHeritage cM value if a whole number.
- The date/time in PT's MyHeritage Matches menu will be removed once file created.
- Oldest date/time will be pre-selected in dropdown.
- MyHeritage Match is slow to 'fully' load, PT adjusted to allow for this as it can take several seconds.
Version 3.0.16 updated 8 April 2024
- If MyHeritage data limit is reach, the browser tab no longer closes. Refreshing this tab will re-start the read (after waiting for the data limit to be restored).
Version 3.0.15 updated 7 April 2024
- No longer includes masked email addresses in GedMatch downloads.
- 'Save Matches' button on GedMatch, People who match both kits on both kits tab now includes the total and shared cMs for the FIRST kit.
Version 3.0.14 updated 6 April 2024
- Fixed remainder of GedMatch One-to- Many pages.
Version 3.0.13 updated 5 April 2024
- Fixed to allow for change in layout of GedMatch One-to-Many Free Limited.
Version 3.0.12 updated 5 April 2024
- Fixed link to GedMatch One-to-Many template.
Version 3.0.11 updated 27 March 2024
- Fixed bug where Pedigree Thief failed to continue with MyHeritage Triangulations after pressing 'Read' button.
Version 3.0.10 updated 25 March 2024
- Adjusted code to allow for slow down in receipt of Chromosome data from MyHeritage.
- When reading a match on MyHeritage, PT will try automatically reading Chromosome data of shared matches before any Triangulations data.
- Removed … from end of place names in P2G.
Version 3.0.9 - updated 13 December 2023
- Fixed issue in 'Pedigree to Gedcom' where it could fail to read a WikiTree compact tree.
Version 3.0.8 - updated 5 December 2023
- Added check to ensure info for test person is available on the MyHeritage matches page.
- Fixed issue where reading Chromosome page would generate incorrect shared cMs value .(No impact on GDAT).
Version 3.0.7 - updated 28 November 2023
- Minor bug fix - activity log
- Fixed issue with removal of stored triangulations when read
- Further fixes for MyHeritage sites where numbers use comma decimal point
Version 3.0.6 - updated 27 November 2023
- Fixed ICW button in GedMatch Both or 1 of 2 page.
Version 3.0.5 - updated 25 November 2023
- Updates DNA data if different from that currently stored.
- Fixed issue if in comma decimal locale when reading chromosome date from a match page.
Version 3.0.4 - updated 22 November 2023
- Fixed issue where PT was recording erroneous MyHeritage ICWs after reading a list of matches.
Version 3.0.3 - updated 22 November 2023
- Fixed problem when creating matches file in GedMatch - both or 1 of 2
Version 3.0.2 - updated 21 November 2023
- Fixed format of Matches file from GedMatch 'Matches Both or 1 of 2' from the 'Both' tab and renamed template (was GedMatch Matches with email.txt)
- Fixed issue when reading chromosome browser when the data appears to be in a 'comma' decimal point format.
Version 3.0.1 - updated 19 Nov 2023
Bug fixes :
- Removed duplicates of Date/Times in downloads dropdowns in MyHeritage.
- Fixed so only one tab of P2G created.
- Fixed ICW & Triangulation output files so that they are limited by the date selected.
- Fixed bug preventing GedMatch ICW from downloading file.
Version 3.0.0 - updated 16 Nov 2023
Extensive re-write to make it easier to maintain.
Source Manifest.json
How to download and manually install Pedigree Thief extension for Chrome
Looking for a way to install Pedigree Thief extensions for Chrome, you can search for them in the Chrome Web Store, clicking the "Add to Chrome" button, and following the straightforward process.
However, you may need to install Pedigree Thief extensions manually, this article outlines two simple methods to effortlessly install Pedigree Thief extensions, whether they come as unpacked folders in compressed formats like .zip or as .crx files.
Method 1: Download Pedigree Thief extension and manually install through Drag &Drop
If you ever need to manually install a Pedigree Thief extension for Chrome, don't worry, it's a simple process. Just follow these easy steps, and you will have your extension ready to use in no time.
Step 1: Download the Pedigree Thief Extension by clicking the "Download CRX" button on the website.
Look for the Pedigree Thief extension you wish to install. Go to the website and download the Pedigree Thief extension package, which is usually a .CRX file and comes in a zipped file. Here ".crx" file is the format for Pedigree Thief extension that contains all the data.
Step 2: Extract &Arrange Files
Once the file is downloaded, extract that file into its own folder. Similarly, give that extension files a permanent home. In other words, keep it in a folder that you don't accidentally delete it because these files will be needed to make that extension work.
Step 3: Go to the Chrome Extensions Page
Open Google Chrome and in the address bar, type chrome://extensions; it will open the Google Chrome extensions page. Make sure that "My extensions" is selected in the sidebar.
Step 4: Drag and Drop the Extension
Now, go to the folder where you extracted the Pedigree Thief extension and drag &drop the extension file from there anywhere onto the extension page within Google Chrome.
Step 5: Complete the Installation
Once you drag and drop the extension file, follow the steps that Google Chrome takes you through. Similarly, if the extension file is of .crx file format, you will be required to review the permissions and then add the extension.
Now, you can manage that added extension as you would like to with any other Chrome extension that you added through Chrome Webstore. Its icon will also appear in the Google Chrome Menu on the right side of the address bar once you activate it.
Method 2: Download Pedigree Thief extension for Chrome and install in Developer Mode
This is another method to install Pedigree Thief extension manually, but the twist is that here, you install by enabling the developer mode option provided in Google Chrome. This mode is commonly used for testing extensions or running unpublished tools.
Step 1: Download the Pedigree Thief extension file
Select and download the Pedigree Thief extension by clicking the 'Download CRX' button on the website.
Step 2: Extract the downloaded contents
Convert the file to a ZIP file if it is in CRX format then extract the Pedigree Thief extension zip file or folder that you downloaded. Make sure you extract it using the same folder name and keep it safely in another folder, so you don't delete it by mistake. The extracted folder will be needed to keep your Pedigree Thief extension running.
Step 3: Open Chrome Extension Setting Page
In the address bar of Google Chrome, type chrome://extensions and open the Chrome Extension Page.
Step 4: Enable Developer Mode
After opening the Chrome Extension page, look at the top right side, and you will find the toggle option of "Developer mode."Simply enable that developer mode option.
Step 5: Load the Unpacked Extension
Once you enable the developer mode option, you will see the menu of Load Unpacked, Pack Extensions and Update. From that, select the option "Load unpacked."
Step 6: Select the Extension Folder
Once the pop-up opens upon clicking Load unpacked, select the Pedigree Thief extension directory and click on the "Select Folder "button.
Step 7: Confirm and Install
After you select an extension folder of a Google Chrome extension you're installing manually, confirm its installation for the final time and let the installation complete.
Conclusion
Here we've made a step-by-step guide on How to manually install Pedigree Thief extension in 2 ways. We hope this guide proves helpful.
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