how to read tactic books

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Hey so I bought a tactic book, and don't know if I should set a limit on how long I look at a test, and whether I should play out my thoughts on the board. I I wonder if playing them out prevents you from actually developing skills in tactics. I have been setting up the board each time, which is exhausting, but don't know if I am doing it correctly

etc2000chess

I'd play it out. It's just like thinking, but out loud.