Genealogy Tech Gets Smarter

It's important to understand that Ancestry.com is continually updating and refining its features. So, here's a concise overview of some of the key recent additions.  Each of these will be covered in a separate short blog post to follow:

• Networks:

  • This feature provides a private workspace for users to organise and explore groups of people connected to their ancestors, beyond direct family ties. It allows for the collection of information, records, and media related to these groups, aiding in contextual research.

• Prioritise Your Ancestors:

  • Allows users to mark key ancestors, focusing Ancestry's search for relevant records and hints.

• Smart Search:

  • An improved search interface that categorises results and offers advanced filtering.

• Expanded Custom DNA Match Groups:

  • Increased capacity for organising DNA matches into user-defined groups.

• Add DNA Matches from Ancestor Profiles:

  • Integrates DNA data directly into ancestor profiles for easier connection.

• Enhanced DNA region updates:

  • Increase in granularity of DNA regional reporting, giving more detailed ethnic breakdowns.

These updates collectively aim to provide Ancestry users with more powerful and nuanced tools for genealogical exploration.