Place your .ctg and .ctb files in the C:\Users\[YourName]\Documents\ChessBase\Books\ folder. (or equivalent for Mac/Linux via Wine).
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A CTG file is a proprietary chess opening book format used by ChessBase products. Unlike standard PGN files which list game moves, a CTG file is a compiled database. Engines read CTG files instantly. Place your
A visual way to see which moves have the highest winning percentages. "General" books often contain too many experimental moves