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Getting Started with Pawn Appétit

Your complete guide to installing, configuring, and mastering the ultimate chess toolkit. From first launch to advanced analysis in just a few steps.

Installation Guide

Choose your platform and follow the step-by-step installation instructions.

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Windows

Installation Steps:

  1. 1Download the `.msi` installer from the releases page
  2. 2Run the installer and follow the setup wizard
  3. 3Launch Pawn Appétit from the Start Menu or Desktop shortcut

Requirements:

  • • Windows 10 or later
  • • 4GB RAM
  • • 200MB disk space
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macOS

Installation Steps:

  1. 1Download the `.dmg` file from the releases page
  2. 2Open the .dmg and drag Pawn Appétit to Applications
  3. 3Launch from Applications folder (may need to right-click → Open first time)

Requirements:

  • • macOS 10.15 or later
  • • 4GB RAM
  • • 200MB disk space
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Linux

Installation Steps:

  1. 1Download the `.AppImage`, `.deb`, or `.rpm` file
  2. 2For AppImage: Make executable (`chmod +x`) and run
  3. 3For deb/rpm: Install using your package manager

Requirements:

  • • Modern Linux distribution
  • • 4GB RAM
  • • 200MB disk space
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15-Minute Quick Start

Get from installation to analyzing your first game in just 15 minutes.

Import Your First Game

Start by importing a PGN file or connecting to lichess.org/chess.com

  • Use File → Open to import PGN files
  • Or connect your chess.com/lichess.org account in Settings
  • Games will appear in the Files section for analysis

Set Up Your First Engine

Install Stockfish or another UCI engine for analysis

  • Go to Engines page and click "Add Engine"
  • Download Stockfish automatically or browse for engine executable
  • Configure engine settings (Hash size, Threads) for your system

Analyze Your Game

Use engine analysis to improve your chess understanding

  • Open a game and click "Analyze" to create analysis tab
  • Engine evaluations appear as you navigate moves
  • Click on move suggestions to see alternative lines

Create Your Repertoire

Build opening repertoires with spaced repetition training

  • Go to Practice page and create new repertoire
  • Add opening moves and variations manually or from games
  • Use training mode to practice with spaced repetition

Interface Overview

Understand the main components of Pawn Appétit's user interface.

Main Board

Interactive chessboard for viewing and playing moves

Piece drag & drop
Move animations
Position editing
Arrow annotations

Game Notation

Move list with variations, comments, and analysis

PGN format
Variations support
Comments & annotations
NAG symbols

Analysis Panel

Engine analysis and evaluation display

Multiple engine support
Evaluation graphs
Best move suggestions
Opening book lookups

File Explorer

Manage your PGN files, databases, and repertoires

File organization
Search & filter
Metadata editing
Import/export

Essential Settings

Configure these key settings for the optimal Pawn Appétit experience.

Engine Configuration

Hash Size: Set to 25-50% of your RAM for optimal performance

Threads: Match your CPU core count for best analysis speed

MultiPV: Set to 3-5 to see multiple best moves

Board Appearance

Piece Set: Choose from various piece designs

Board Theme: Select colors and board style

Coordinates: Enable board coordinates for reference

Interface

Language: Choose from 15+ supported languages

Theme: Light, dark, or auto based on system

Font Size: Adjust for comfortable reading

Ready to Dive Deeper?

Now that you're set up, explore our comprehensive user guides and advanced features.

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