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Create a Detailed Family Tree Chart in PowerPoint 2003

By Wendy Russell, About.com

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Change the Colors of the Family Tree Chart Objects

Autoformat PowerPoint organization chart family tree

Autoformat PowerPoint organization chart family tree

screen shot © Wendy Russell

Show Different Generations in the Family Tree Chart

Change the look of your family tree chart by using the PowerPoint Autoformat button. Using this option will allow you to color code the different generations of your family tree.

  1. Click in a blank area of the family tree chart to select it.

  2. Click the Autoformat button on the organization chart toolbar.

  3. Click on a variety of options in the list to see a preview of that option.

  4. Select the color option that suits your needs and then click OK.
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