Scan and ENHANCE Old Photos With Your Phone + ANCESTRY App
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Күн бұрынYou can scan old family photos quickly with the updated Ancestry App. After scanning, you can enhance images with their colorization tool.
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
00:25 Accessing Gallery on Ancestry App
01:06 Cropping Unavailable in Ancestry Gallery
01:36 Colorize and Enhance Photos
04:53 Scanning Single Photo Using Ancestry App
05:57 What not to do when scanning
06:28 How to Scan Multiple Photos
08:16 Scan Single Image if Auto Crop Fails
08:26 Scanning Photo Albums
09:25 How to Delete Photos From Gallery
10:06 Ancestry Scanning App Review
10:47 A Problem That Needs Fixed
12:24 How to Give Ancestry Feedback
12:58 How to Add Photos to Profiles
13:54 Should You Scan Books?
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@markcoleman9892 2 жыл бұрын
Irfanview is free software for Windows computers. Allows complete cropping control and color adjustments. I find it easier to alter the photo (either scanned or phone foto) and then just upload it. Ancestry has a LONG way to go to match the versatility of this program. But I do like the multiple-photos-at-once capability.
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
I love the expression stat with what you have and improve as you go. I agree there are some features that I would like to see Ancestry have. But if they don't start somewhere they can't improve. So, as consumers, we need to try lots of options to find the ones that work. Thanks for your tip.
@sharonmitchell4814 2 жыл бұрын
Good advice. Glad Ancestry is providing a way to scan photos. Awaiting improved features too.....soon hopefully
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
I hope some features are rolled out sooner rather than later.
@kaybobbitt7787 2 жыл бұрын
thanks for the mention of source information.
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
My pleasure.
@robertpearson8798 2 жыл бұрын
I’ve used my iPad and iPhone to do this quite a lot and find the results to be very good if you can get the lighting right. I prefer to do one photo at a time and all of the cropping and rotating myself though. I’ve found the results to be almost indistinguishable from using a scanner for most purposes, but that didn’t stop someone from calling me an idiot in a Facebook forum for resorting to it.😆
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
First, Boo--- no name calling. Play nice in sandbox. Second. Glad you're giving the mobile app a try. I think everything takes practice.
@tiffanymims8691 2 жыл бұрын
Also try to have difused light versus harsh light!
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
That's the recommended advice from Ancestry. Sadly, where I film I have three different light sources. Doesn't help.
@tiffanymims8691 2 жыл бұрын
With the ones in the magnetic albums you can always pull back the clear cover and the glare won't be as bad.
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
Great tip. I did this in the video, but those 3 different light sources caused problems.
@ABQKLMS 2 жыл бұрын
Really informative on a new Ancestry app feature that will save you the trouble of carrying a flatbed scanner to visit your relatives and allow you to capture memories as part of data gathering.
@nancyruthless 2 жыл бұрын
Do you do that? (Carry a scanner to visit relatives?) If so, that is impressive dedication!
@ABQKLMS 2 жыл бұрын
@@nancyruthless I try to avoid it, but have an Epson 1260in a box for this purpose.
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
When I went for a weekend genealogy trip to Ohio form Iowa a number of years ago, I transported our 3-in-1 scanner/printer/copy machine in my car. So, this could have made that trip easier.
@donnagriffin9750 2 жыл бұрын
I like the restore better.
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
Me too.
@ryarosh 2 жыл бұрын
What about taking a screen shot and cropping before enhancing? Especially if you are sure to note the source?
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
Sure. That would work. I was trying to stay within the app. Meaning, the Yearbook photos were brought in while saving them while doing research. Then, scanning the images using Ancestry's new features. We could use the 'upload from phone' feature to add a screen shot to be sure. Great idea for those who want to go that route.
@kaybobbitt7787 2 жыл бұрын
june 6 -can now rotate pictures by using edit button
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
YAY!!!! And of course, they updated AFTER I made a video.
@fahykullen9164 2 жыл бұрын
Do you need to be a member to edit the photos like this? Because it isn't showing up for me
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
I believe this is free on the app but not on the desktop.
@SinfulZin 2 жыл бұрын
What do you recommend for adding the information on the back of old photos? Do you add that as an additional photo and name it to accompany the front, or add the text as a description? Or, is there a better way?
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
I would do two things: 1. Copy the back of the photo (because you could be preserving handwritings of a loved one.) 2. Key in the information into the photo description boxes.
@abulahab6528 2 жыл бұрын
Taking photos of the photos in the “magnetic” album, why didn’t you peel back the clear plastic sheet to deal with the glare?
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
Great question. I did peel back the cover. The glare is from three different light sources in my studio. Couple that with the reflective nature of many prints (many are glossy and not matte finish) and you have the problems I showed. It's like taking photos of reflective gravestones and you have to be aware of the glare so you're not in the gravestone., Yikes! So, while I didn't demonstrate a perfect photographing performance, I showed what an 'average person' would do and then invited people to learn more or make a different decision.
@nancyruthless 2 жыл бұрын
Are you using the mobile app or all on web version?
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
With the exception of adding the photos to the family tree, I used the mobile app. That's why the screen capture was how it was in the video and you saw me playing with my phone on the side.
@cooperjdcox49 2 жыл бұрын
Take a none glare glass panel from a frame you have and lay it on the photo. Do not have a light source behind the phone.
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
GREAT tip. I was wondering how to get the photos flat for scanning.
@donnagriffin9750 2 жыл бұрын
Where do I get glass like that?
@cooperjdcox49 2 жыл бұрын
@@donnagriffin9750 from a frame shop or Hobby Lobby
@pattyunderwood7706 2 жыл бұрын
Do you need a certain brand of phone to use these functions? I was able to open my gallery with all my photos on the ancestry mobile app; however, I had no option to edit, enhance, or colorize and had no + sign to add photos. My ancestry account is current.
@1605quail 2 жыл бұрын
I have the same problem. There is no icon on my ancestry app to scan or alter the photos, and my account is up to date. Also, I just updated my app and still no options.
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
Make sure you have updated the app. In March they did a release and said to update your iOS or Android phones. If that still doesn't solve the problem, let's reach out to Ancestry support to find out what's going on.
@walterwood44 2 жыл бұрын
@@FamilyHistoryFanatics I had to remove the Ancestry app from my Samsung (Android) phone and then reinstall the new app from Ancestry. I could not get the old app to update.
@bellainthebayou 2 жыл бұрын
Maybe I missed it, but where does it save the photos you scan? Within the App? or in MY PHOTOS on my phone?
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
I am seeing that the photos are saved within the app to the Ancestry cloud. But I've also seen some saved to my phone's photo storage. I'm trying to play with the settings because this could be a huge storage hog if I'm not careful.
@beckyewing9770 2 жыл бұрын
I've tried doing this and can't find the edit button. I'm in the United Kingdom if that makes a difference 🤔
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
Yep. That's recommended. I have three different light sources in the room I film in.
@rvancehardenbrook9578 2 жыл бұрын
how do I find this app for Ancestry
@FamilyHistoryFanatics Жыл бұрын
Try this link www.ancestry.com/cs/ancestry-app
@cooperjdcox49 2 жыл бұрын
Light needs to be in front or from the sides of the phone not behind it.
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks. Great tips.
@tindog13 2 жыл бұрын
I have the app and there is no edit option. I just installed the app so it's up to date, has this beta been removed?
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
You're not the only one saying this. When I asked Ancestry about it, they keep telling me the edit button is on the screen when you click into the image. If it's not, then please help me by sending a screenshot to Ancestry's support staff. Let them know what you're not seeing. It's possible there is some kind of bug they aren't aware of. Since I don't work for the company, I'm an independent educator, that's all I can offer. (Though I wish I could fix it for you.) Fingers crossed it gets fixed because I would love not to be the only one who can make it work.
@tindog13 2 жыл бұрын
@@FamilyHistoryFanatics This is kind of funny. I got in touch with support, described the problem and sent a screenshot. They said they don't offer that feature yet, so I sent them a link to this video.
@tindog13 2 жыл бұрын
The surprise was evident. They will generate an internal report and I'll be notified if they figure it out.
@tammyev 2 жыл бұрын
You have to "join the beta" to get to get this feature, I believe. In the app store, scroll down a bit and the option is there. Still waiting to be added - so not positive this will do the trick, but I'm hopeful.
@mjdmusic9459 2 жыл бұрын
Likewise - all I get on Edit Media page is Rotate at bottom centre - UK / Android
@mkaythrush2277 2 жыл бұрын
I do not see the edit button.
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
It's supposed to be in the upper right corner of the screen when you click into a specific image. If you're not seeing it, please send a screen shot to Ancestry support. I've mentioned that several folks aren't seeing it and they don't believe me. See if that works and then let me know.
@carmelgalvin 2 жыл бұрын
Whats the name of the app?
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
It's the Ancestry mobile app. Sorry if I didn't make that clear.
@kathybanas7271 2 жыл бұрын
Prefer Restore
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
Agreed.
@abulahab6528 2 жыл бұрын
That automatic cropping feature is a problem! It’s a shame how the bride’s dress & shoes get edited out.
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
I agree. However, I think Ancestry needed to get the tool rolled out and get feedback. They need actual data to improve their tools. At least that's my hope that with feedback they'll improve their tool.
@cooperjdcox49 2 жыл бұрын
Putting a glass mat that will not reflect on pictures will solve most of the pictures.
@FamilyHistoryFanatics 2 жыл бұрын
You know your stuff. Thanks.
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