ChessBase stores games in databases The database window is your control center to access, copy, delete, edit, merge and backup databases.

 

 

   Open a database for browsing in a list window by double-clicking on its symbol in the database window.

 

   Copy games by Drag & Drop or by menu Edit – Copy and menu Edit – Paste.

 

   Edit type and title of a database by right-clicking on the symbol – Properties.

 

   Call advanced database management functions by right-clicking on the symbol – Tools.

 

   The most important tool is to backup a database into a single compressed file: Right-click, Tools – Backup Database.