This is probably the most common technique for pool players and i d like to compare and contrast the two for a moment.
Cte aiming system for pool.
The player may describe the shot as being.
There are several different versions and interpretations of cte but they are all based on establishing an initial alignment and then pivoting to the final aiming line direction.
So each shot will use a cte perception in addition to one edge to a b or c perception.
For those wanting to dip their toes into the pivot aiming waters i would highly recommend stan shuffett s cte pro one dvd.
Cte is very different especially if you come from a traditional ghost ball type of aiming technique.
Stan has refined cte making the whole system more objective and imho easier to use.
This system seemed mysterious because it used the shadows under the balls as aiming points.
Using a system to aim allows a player to build on existing knowledge faster and more effectively.
That is where i learned cte and i still use it.
Answers to frequently asked questions faqs about center to edge cte aiming systems.
With ghost ball aiming you imagine a ball frozen to your object ball at the point farthest from the pocket.
Center to edge aiming uses two perceptions simultaneously.
Parallel aim is considered on of the best pool aim systems if a bit difficult to visualize.
Center to edge perception.
Cte edge to a 15 degree perception.
Only after you get comfortable there would i venture into these advanced techniques.
The information pertaining to cte that is already in circulation is confusing and contradictory.
Edge to one of the marked quarters on the object ball.
Cte center to edge is an align and pivot pre shot routine and aiming system that uses a line through the center of the cb and outside edge of the ob as a reference.
You point your cue stick through the vertical center of the cue ball in the direction of the object ball.
It was the perfect addition and complement to pro one a matter of fact when in my initial sighting position i can visualize both the pro one and see alignments.
Center to edge aiming is a professional aiming system.
Cte describes a family of systems where for many cut shots you simply aim through the center of the cue ball out to the edge of the object ball furthest from the intended pocket.
However once reading the manual and going to the table it immediately just worked for me.
If you apply english left or right spin you should do it after you have done your aiming.