> Some times it can be convenient to play e.g. a D using an A shape
> barre on 5 if you are already in that position (e.g you just played a
> A using an E shape barre on 5 or something) rather than shifting
> back to an open string shape or up to 10 with an E shape barre.
> This is a good reason to know how to play the same chord in many
> ways.

It's good finger training for lead playing too. And if you're wanting to
back a song with a good full rhythm sound, using just a full barre with
the same fingering makes the sound thinner as you move up the neck
and the bass notes get higher

Joe
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