Entering german letters not in the English alphabet
When doing hints on a German person how do you enter german letters not in the English alphabet?
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Hello @MrYeliab,
This is an excellent question. If you have a PC you can use the Alt-key and the number keypad on the right side of the keyboard to make German letters.
Here is a link from FamilySearch: https://www.familysearch.org/en/wiki/German_Genealogical_Word_List#Diacritic_Marks
See Secton 3, Diacritic Marks. This section will explain how to make the various German letters not included in the English alphabet.
One important tip: Be sure the number lock is on for the number keypad on the right.
Example:
To make ü: Hold the Alt key down and type 129 on the number keypad then release the Alt-key and the German letter ü will appear.
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For those with a Mac just hold down the letter you want to modify and a small window will pop up giving you various choices. Click on the diacritical mark you want and voila. Kent
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