In this episode of Research Like a Pro, Diana and Nicole discuss the all-new Version 4.2 (2026) of the Research Like a Pro with DNA Airtable Research Log. The updates are designed to streamline the genetic genealogy workflow, making DNA research more flexible and reducing duplicate data entry. Diana details the biggest change: the “Test-taker” and “DNA Match” fields in the DNA Match Details table are renamed to “Person 1 (P1)” and “Person 2 (P2).”...
Have you been looking for a better way to keep track of your DNA matches research? This 4-page quick reference guide (2nd Edition) helps you use Airtable.com as a central hub for tracking DNA matches, segments, tools used, kit access, surnames, locations, documentary research, FAN club, and more.
Updated for 2026, this edition includes clarified wording, streamlined explanations, and expanded field/table guidance to reflect newer workflows (including updates aligned with RLP with DNA 4.2 (2026) template). Learn key Airtable terms, field types, DNA formulas, the Shared cM relationship checker, suggested tables for a DNA research log, and practical setup tips for tracking DNA matches in Airtable.
The Research Like a Pro with DNA Airtable research log has been updated for 2026! Version 4.2 includes several enhancements designed to streamline your DNA research workflow and make tracking matches more efficient. While the changes might make the base look a little different—especially in the DNA Match Details table—I think you’ll find these improvements make your research process smoother. You can access the new templates here: RLP with DNA Research Log 4.2 (2026) RLP...
I’m excited to share some enhancements to my Research Like a Pro with DNA genealogy research log template in Airtable. You can access the new templates here: RLP with DNA Research Log 4.1 (2025) RLP with DNA Research Log 4.1 (2025) – Blank The blank base does not include example data that you need to remove before using. If this is your first time using my Airtable templates, I recommend practicing with the base that...
In Episode #339 of Research Like a Pro, Nicole and Diana discuss customizing an Airtable research log for tax research. Tax records are invaluable for genealogy research because they were taken annually, filling in the gaps between federal censuses. The challenge is finding a good way to track and analyze the data. Airtable is a favorite research log tool, and by adding a linked table to the log, researchers can tame tax data and make...
If you’ve studied tax records when tracking an ancestor, you know how much data there can be to enter. Tax records are invaluable in research because they were taken annually, filling in the years between the federal census. The challenge comes in finding a good way to track and analyze the data. Airtable is my favorite research log tool, and by adding a linked table to the log, I can tame that tax data and...
In this episode of the Research Like a Pro Genealogy podcast, Diana and Nicole discuss using Airtable AI tools to evaluate DNA matches. They explain that Airtable AI can make writing about DNA much more efficient and explore how these cutting-edge features can be integrated into genealogical workflows. The hosts focus on Airtable AI’s capabilities in long text fields, where users can write paragraphs, summarize information, and extract details into lists. They provide step-by-step instructions...
In the ever-evolving field of genetic genealogy, researchers are constantly seeking innovative ways to analyze and interpret DNA data. Airtable.com, a versatile database platform, is a flexible solution for logging DNA evidence in a genealogy research project. Airtable introduced AI tools for paid users earlier this year, and now, as of July 2024, AI tools are also available for free users! Update: the “generate text” Airtable AI feature is not for the free plan, but...
Have you been looking for a better way to keep track of your DNA matches research? This Airtable quick reference guide can help you use Airtable.com as a central hub to track your DNA matches, segments, tools used, kit access, surnames, locations, documentary research, FAN club, and more. Learn about key Airtable terms, field types, DNA formulas, the Shared cM relationship checker, suggested tables for a DNA research log, field types, and more.
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