Extra CBM1 significantly improved FmEG processivity and activity on insoluble celluloses.
Extra CBM1 also caused an alteration of cleavage pattern on insoluble celluloses.
Improvements in processivity and activity may arise from CBM1 binding affinity.
Deleting N-terminal extension led to reduction in thermostability but not activity.
N-terminal extension might play a function as flexible connector between two domains.