Search By Collection
by Julie HillPosted on September 14, 2010
To search for records in Archives.com by collection:
- Log in to Archives.com and click the "Search" tab.
- Select the record type you would like to search from the "Select an Archive" drop-down menu.
- Look for the "Select a Collection" drop-down menu that appears beneath "Select an Archive" (for most record types).
- Select the collection you'd like to search from this list.

This can also be helpful if you have an ancestor with a common name. By limiting your search to one collection, you won't find as many "John Smiths" as you would when searching the entire Archives.com database.
This enhancement is part of Archives.com's continued effort to make family history simple. Give "search by collection" a try, and let us know how it helps you!
We'd love to hear your success stories and feedback at Feedback AT Archives.com.
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