Metadata – Why it’s important and how you can use it
"Metadata" is a technical word for describing the content of a photo or document. Learn why it's important for your family history documentation and research.
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12 Time-saving Genealogy Research Tips
Does it feel like you're always running out of research minutes? Get more genealogy done in less time with these 12 time-saving tips.
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Cousin Confusion: What is a “Second Cousin Once Removed”?
You've got questions about removed cousins and second (or further) cousins. Our experts have the answers.
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How to Record an Interview on Your Smartphone
Follow this quick tutorial to record and save your family history interviews on your smartphone.
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Counting Cousins: How to Calculate Cousinhood
How, exactly, are you related to the child of your great-great-grandmother's son? We'll explain the steps to calculating cousinhood!
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How to Refer to Aunts and Uncles: Grand, Not Great
Great-uncle, or grand-uncle? Here's one perspective on the avuncular controversy.
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Overcoming Missing Birth Records in England and Wales
Does your ancestor have missing or conflicting birth dates? For English and Welsh ancestors, a bit of civil registration history can help lead you in the right direction.
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What is a Collateral Relative and Why Do They Matter?
Get the lowdown on this genealogy term and how using collateral research can help you find more information about your family history.
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Sample Family History Research Plan
Don't know how to begin your genealogy research, or hit a brick wall? Get on track and inspired with this sample family history research plan.
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8 Steps for Tracing Slave Ancestors
Follow these steps for using 1850 and 1860 slave schedules to trace your slave ancestors.
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10 Steps to Get Started on Your Family Tree
Not sure where to begin your genealogy search? Follow these 10 sure-fire steps to learn how to start your genealogy.
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18 Genealogy Hacks That Will Save You Time And Money
Are your genealogy finds too few and far between? Try these 18 tech tricks for freer, faster, more-effective family history research. Hackers are bad, but "hacks" can be good—when you're talking about technology tricks that make your genealogical life easier or more enjoyable.
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