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You can also call up the save mask and enter all the game data in advance, i.e. long
before you actually save the game. In the board window click Edit
Edit ga m e da t a.
You can also edit the game data in the games list, without actually loading the game.
Right-click it and select Edit – Edit game data (or press F2).
Players’ names (White/Black)
Type in the last name and first name(s) of the white and black players. Try to use the
standardized spellings. To facilitate the standardization of names you can use the
players encyclopedia which contains the names of over 100,000 players – practically
everyone who has an international rating. Type in a name or part of it and then click
the question mark button on the right. A list of names appears from which you can
choose the correct one.
Tournament
In the tournament line you normally enter the name and place of the tournament. If
you want to do it properly you should click Details. A special tournament data dialog
appears where you can add a number of other important details.
ECO code
The ECO code is automatically inserted by ChessBase. You can correct it if you
disagree with the program.
Elo ratings
Enter the ratings for White and Black, if available.
Round, subround
Specify the round and, in case of knockouts or Grand Prix, the subround.
Date (year, month, day)
Here you specify the year, month and day on which the game was played. This is not
to be confused with the tournament date (see tournament data). If the exact date is
not available leave the day or month empty.
Result
Enter 1-0 (White won), ½-½ (draw) or 0-1 (Black won). If you haven't entered a
complete game, i.e. if the moves merely represents analysis, then you may want to
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