What is WikiTree Sourcer?
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Extension summary
The WikiTree Sourcer extension saves time and typing by assisting WikiTree users with three main tasks:
From a WikiTree profile page it provides the ability to search other genealogy websites for relevant records.
From one of these genealogy websites' records page it can extract data and build a citation.
Also from one of these genealogy websites records page it can search other genealogy websites for similar records. For example on an Ancestry page it can help find free versions of the same original source.
The extension is free but donations are welcome at: https://buymeacoffee.com/RobPavey
The extension has very little performance impact unless you are actively using it. It does not modify any web pages and does nothing (other than registering a listener) until it's popup menu is used.
User reviews
- Saves a significant amount of time for sourcing profiles
- Helps create consistent and proper source citations
- User-friendly and easy to learn after initial installation
- Offers features like inline citations, household tables, and narrative generation
- Supports a wide range of source formats and websites
- Issues with functionality on certain websites (e.g., IrishGenealogy.ie)
- Inferior visual layout for some citations
- Problems with international domain name translations
- Occasional duplication of information or inclusion of unnecessary data
- Loved by regular WikiTree users for its utility
- Recommended by many for its time-saving capabilities
- Praise for the ease of citation formatting
- Notable for its household table feature
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Extension safety
Risk impact
WikiTree Sourcer requires a lot of sensitive permissions. Exercise caution before installing.
Risk likelihood
WikiTree Sourcer has earned a good reputation and can be trusted.
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