1) I move when i think that is a good move. I can move in 1 minute or 1 day.
2) the only database i use, is only my mind. i dont use external database.
3) i dont use database
definitly i use Daily chess like a normal chess game, but with a day to move.
If you use database or external help...you not improve.
my rating is about 1575.....without external help.
I play Online chess, primarily 3 day time per move. I am looking for suggestions from experienced players, e.g.
1. When the opponent makes a move, what do you do then? Do you look at the game several times during the three days, or do you pretty much decide on the first day how to move. I use the notes section to write down candidate moves, and look at the game several times -- looking for new candidate moves and evaluating the position. I normally make my move after about 2 days.
2. What chess database do you find the most helpful. Or is the Explorer in chess.com sufficient for you needs?
3. Do you carefully follow the moves suggested in the database, or do you quickly start out on your own. I definitely re-evaluate the variation when the game count goes below 5 games.
4. How much does the win/loss ratio affect your decision to take that variation?
5. Do you check out the prior games by your opponent? If so, what are you looking for.
Thaks for your ideas