How to use swabs. Getting a clean dikaryon, monokaryon, and maybe even a phenohunt! 

Yes. I think it a better way to use the whole matrix of agar. The mycelium will grow out of the cracks and spread over the surface. Then you can subculture it to a new plate.

You can take the plates out of SAB to wrap them. Just make sure you hold the lid tight while wrapping and I wouldn't set them down anywhere that might be dusty. Do them one by one after you finish your transfers. My friends discovered a new brand of grafting tape that is way better. Same with cling film, just try different brands. Some are better than others and it's kind of personal preference. I like mine on the 'sticky' side.

Very short answer. Monokaryons are haploid (n) gametes. Dikaryons are n+n. Google is probably better.

The spores will germinate better if they are protected a bit from the 'dry' air. Mycelium will shoot out of the crack. If there is bacteria on the swabs, the mycelium will grow and hopefully leave it behind in the crack. Plus, it's just easier. The spores will definitely be ripped off as the cotton is pulled through the agar.

@@edwardgrand makes sense ty

@@MycoDogs I can confirm that this method works amazingly well.