Create a Family Tree Chart in PowerPoint 2007

Create Your Family Tree Chart Using SmartArt Graphics

Family tree is created using the the SmartArt icon on the Title and Content slide layout in PowerPoint 2007

Screen shot © Wendy Russell

Note - For this tutorial in PowerPoint 2003 and earlier - Create a Family Tree Chart in PowerPoint 2003

Choose the Slide Layout for the Family Tree Chart

1. Click the Home tab of the ribbon if it is not already selected.
   
   
2. In the Slides section of the ribbon, click the drop down button next to Layout.
   
   
3. Select the Title and Content type of slide layout.
   
   
4. Click the icon to Insert SmartArt Graphic.

Free Family Tree Chart Template to Download

If you would like to get right to adding your data to the family tree chart, check the shaded text box on page 9 of this tutorial. I have created a free family tree chart template for you to download and modify to suit your needs.

• Create Your Family Tree Chart Using SmartArt Graphics
• Family Tree Chart is Created Using the Hierarchy SmartArt Graphic
• Use SmartArt Tools to Enhance Your Family Tree Chart
• Add a New Member to the Family Tree Chart
• Example of a New Member Added to the Family Tree Chart
• Linking to a New Branch of the Family Tree
• Add a Text Box on Top of the New Shape
• Add a Hyperlink to a Different Branch of the Family Tree
• Next Steps for the Family Tree Chart