In all versions, Timeline Maker requires a date for each row.  Usually the Event name and at least a start date.  Optional:  Use Category column to describe the type of event.  These will show up in different colors on the chart (except the Chronology). 


Timeline Maker version 4.2:  

Click New Timeline Chart in the Chart list on the left, or in the last tab above the Events list. 

Select the chart layout option.



Timeline Maker version 3 to version 4.1:  

Click New Timeline chart on the left, or in the tabs above the Events list. 

Select the chart layout option.





Timeline Maker Professional version 2:  

Click Chart, new Timeline Chart..  

Select the chart layout option.



Repeast this process to create other new charts.