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This appendix contains the list of '''Frequently asked questionsAsked Questions'''(FAQ) that repeatedly come up in mailing list discussions lists and discussion forums. This list is by no means complete. If you would like to add questions/answers to this list, please [[Contact#Mailing_lists|join]] and email your suggestions to the <code>[email protected] </code> mailing list.
Also consider having a look at the following Categories on the Gramps wiki:
===How do I keep backups?===
Automatic backup is a default feature that protects your genealogical data in Gramps. (It became automated in 2018 with the release of the 5.1 version.) The interval, backup file path and option to backup when exiting Gramps settings are in the {{man label|[[Gramps_{{man version}}_Wiki_Manual_Gramps_5.1_Wiki_Manual_-_Settings#Family_Tree|Family Tree]]}} tab of the {{man menu|Edit -> Preferences...}} menu. Additionally, a backup can be manually selected from the {{man menu|Family Trees > Make Backup...}} window.
It is extremely important to keep backups of your data, and keep them in a safe place. Gramps has a specific portable file format which is small, and human readable, denoted by <code>.gramps</code>. See the "[[Gramps_{{man version}}_Wiki_Manual_Gramps_5.1_Wiki_Manual_-_Manage_Family_Trees#Backing_up_a_Family_Tree|backup up a Family Tree]]" section of the manual. It is also important to be aware of [[Template:Backup_Omissions|what is omitted from a Gramps backup]].
You can copy this backup file from time to time to a safe location (e.g., a USB stick).
Gramps does a quick hidden binary backup to allow restore if an error is noted. If the correct package is installed, you can use a revision system.
Another method is to backup the ''<code>/.gramps</code>'' hidden directory. This subdirectory is situated in your [[Gramps_{{man version}}_Wiki_Manual_Gramps_5.1_Wiki_Manual_-_User_Directory|User Directory]]. Backing up this directory will backup your databases and revisions.
'''Do not keep backups in GEDCOM format'''. Not all information Gramps stores can be written in the GEDCOM. Hence, an export/import operation from Gramps exported into GEDCOM and re-imported into Gramps, will mean you '''lose''' [[Gramps_and_GEDCOM|data]]. Use the <code>.gramps</code> file format for backups!
