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When to trade pieces
Trade when it helps your plan — not just because the pieces are equal.
When to trade pieces
Strategy · ~5 min
Trade when it helps your plan — not just because the pieces are equal.
- When ahead in material, simplifying often makes winning easier.
- When attacking, keep pieces that fuel the attack.
- Trade your bad piece for their good piece.
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If you are up a full piece in a quiet position, a good idea is often to…