A small percentage of relatively sophisticated users may want to manipulate database information in their local computer environment. To do so you can go to the "Download Center" through the Web page or FTP directly to FTP.NR.NPS.GOV. Database information is stored in fixed length fields in a universal dbf format, or dBASE III Plus format, which can be picked up by most computer systems. You will have to construct your own programs to manipulate this data if you download data. Currently the text of the nominations is not available online.
Or you may want to fill out National Register forms. If you want to prepare forms check with your State Historic Preservation Office or Tribal Preservation Office first since they probably have a preferred format for the submission.
While some prefer to prepare forms on word processors, others may want to download a Microsoft Access program to complete the form. There are advantages either way. This FORMS software is under revision.