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All my genealogy must-haves
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items Genealogy is so much fun! But it can be daunting. From which software to use to which boxes to buy- oh my gosh, it's a lot of info. Make your life easier and research a whole lot more fun with my favorite suggestions.
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There are a lot of DNA tests out there, but I always recommend Ancestry DNA, as it is the DNA company with the largest database.
Ancestry DNA
Ancestry remains the basis of my genealogy work. Yes, it's costly, but the website is so user-friendly and the databases are impeccable.
Ancestry
The family tree software I use. It's incredibly user-friendly and a great way to store data off of the internet.
RootsMagic — Genealogy and Family Tree Software
The cloud space I use for the family photos I digitize. It's pay-for-space and is a non-profit company.
The Comprehensive Digital Preservation Platform
I've used several platforms for photos. But I really like the Mylio software. It organizes photos by year, folder, etc. It identifies faces, too, which is incredibly helpful. It's a very smart program and tbh, I probably only scratch the surface with...
MylioMylio | Best Photo Organizer Mylio-Lifetime of Memories. Apple, Windows, and Android
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One of the best purchases I've ever made. I've scanned thousands of old family photos on this thing!
Canon CanoScan LiDE 400 2996C002 USB Flatbed Document Scanner, Black
A lot of genealogy is on the internet, but so much of it also relies on a nice notebook! I always have these around
Staples 1-Subject Notebooks, 5" x 7.75", College Ruled, 80 Sheets, Assorted Colors, 3/Pack (ST11670C)
I also use multi-subject notebooks. It's really easy to divide up family research.
Five Star 5-Subject Composition Notebooks, 8.5" x 11", College Ruled, 200 Sheets, Color Chosen at Random (06112/06208)
So many binders, but it makes family history research so easy to divide.
1.5 Inch Binders| Staples
I like writing my notes with nice, gel pens. Just don't write with pen on the back of your photos!
Zebra G-750 Retractable Gel Pens, Medium Point, Black/Blue Ink, 2/Pack
Roll carts are a great place to store books, binders, and other genealogy-related items.
Lexington 3-Tier Rolling Cart by Simply Tidy®, Color: Lilac | Michaels
A great option for storing documents or photos. Whenever you're buying boxes to store photos, make sure you're looking for acid-free and archival-safe options!
Lineco Archival Document Storage Case - Blue Gray, 15-1/2" x 12-1 ...
Great for all sorts of documents and easy to use with a binder.
Avery® Diamond Clear Heavyweight Sheet Protectors For Mini Binders, 5 1/2" x 8 1/2", 7-Hole, Clear, Pack Of 25
This works best for more recent photos. It's a great, safe way to protect precious memories.
Pioneer Photo Albums 100 Magnetic Page 3-Ring Photo Album, Assorted Colors/Designs
I use labels for everything, and honestly, I'm not picky. I even use address labels!
360ct Address Labels 1"x2 5/8" White - up&up™: Label Stock Paper, Mailing Template, Printer Format, 360 Pack