What to do in close positions

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AllZGoodNamesRGone

what to do in closed positions when there are no good or bad moves, it is sometimes hard when you play a closed position to find a move

Toldsted

Try to improve the position of your pieces. Ask yourself (or the pieces as Swedish GM Tiger Hillarp Persson does) wich piece is most badly placed, were would each piece prefer to be placed, etc.

And be aware of moves that could open the position. Both you own and your opponents possibilities.

ChessMasteryOfficial

In closed positions, it’s crucial to place your pieces on their optimal squares. This often involves maneuvering them through several moves to reach better squares where they exert more influence.

arithechesskid
Open up the position or try to improve your peises