How do you organize samples in your machine?

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@dovahkiin

I’m wondering how I should organize these samples.

@dovahkiin

I am also unsure of whether to organize samples into kits, as it is in the default library, or create pools for the different instruments.

Did you check previous threads on the subject ? Lots of advice and discussion out there already (may not answer some of your specifics of course).

EDIT: For future reference for anyone searching

Curating and Organising personal sample collection

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Sample Pack library management and loading samples

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Sample library management tutorial?

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M:S samples, kits, chains and organisation ideas

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SAS- Sample Acquisition Syndrome- what is your approach?

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File Management Tips for Model:Samples

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