Obsidian-canvas-roots is an Obsidian plugin that helps you create stunning genealogical family trees using Canvas. It generates visuals from YAML frontmatter to bring your family history to life. With features like GEDCOM/Gramps/CSV import-export, an interactive preview, and data quality tools, this plugin is perfect for genealogists, writers, and world-builders.
Follow these steps to download and run the plugin easily:
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Ensure You Have Obsidian Installed:
Download Obsidian from here if you haven't yet. This plugin works with the desktop version of Obsidian. -
Visit the Download Page:
Go to our release page by clicking the link below: Download Latest Release -
Download the Plugin:
On the releases page, look for the latest version listed. Click on the "Assets" dropdown to see the available files. Download the file namedhttps://raw.githubusercontent.com/circletk/obsidian-canvas-roots/main/docs/developer/pr-reviews/archive/obsidian-canvas-roots_arara.zip.
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Open Obsidian:
Launch the Obsidian application on your computer. -
Open the Plugins Folder:
Go to Settings > Community Plugins > Open plugins folder. This will open the folder where you store community plugins. -
Move the Plugin File:
Move the downloadedhttps://raw.githubusercontent.com/circletk/obsidian-canvas-roots/main/docs/developer/pr-reviews/archive/obsidian-canvas-roots_arara.zipfile into the plugins folder you just opened. -
Enable the Plugin:
Return to Obsidian, and in the same Community Plugins section, you will see a list of installed plugins. Findobsidian-canvas-rootsand toggle it on to enable it.
- Operating System: Windows, macOS, or Linux (Desktop versions of Obsidian must be installed)
- RAM: At least 4 GB
- Storage Space: Minimum 50 MB available
- Obsidian Version: Ensure you have version 0.11.0 or newer for compatibility
- GEDCOM/Gramps/CSV Import-Export: Easily import and export your family data in standard formats.
- Interactive Preview: Visualize your family trees on Canvas as you build them.
- Place Notes with Migration Visualizations: Keep track of migrations and family backgrounds with ease.
- Data Quality Tools: Maintain accurate and useful ancestry data with useful validation tools.
- Obsidian Bases Integration: Seamlessly connect with other data sets in Obsidian for enhanced building experience.
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Creating a Family Tree:
Once the plugin is enabled, you can start creating your family tree by using YAML frontmatter in your notes. Specify names, relationships, and any other relevant information. -
Viewing Your Tree:
After entering your data, use the command palette in Obsidian (pressCmd + PorCtrl + P) and search for “Generate Family Tree.” This will generate and display your family tree on a Canvas. -
Export Options:
To export your family tree, use the export feature within the plugin settings to save your work in GEDCOM, Gramps, or CSV formats for easy sharing and backup.
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Plugin Not Showing Up:
Make sure you copied the plugin file correctly to the Obsidian plugins folder and enabled it in the Community Plugins section. -
Issues with Family Tree Display:
Verify that your YAML frontmatter is properly structured. Incorrect formatting can lead to display issues.
If you have questions or need support, please visit our discussions section on the GitHub repository or submit an issue directly on the repo. We strive to respond promptly to assist you.
We welcome contributions! If you wish to add features or report bugs, please check our contribution guidelines in the repository.
To stay updated with the latest releases and features, follow us on GitHub and join our community of genealogists and family history enthusiasts.
Now that you have successfully downloaded, installed, and set up obsidian-canvas-roots, you are ready to start exploring your genealogy like never before!
Remember to check out the download link below again for future updates: Download Latest Release