Interactive Chess Position Viewer
Analyze chess positions, study games with PGN notation, and improve your chess skills with our comprehensive free toolkit.
PGN Editor & Analysis
Position Details
Turn
Move Number
Position Status
Chess Position Analysis Guide
How to Use This Tool
- Board Interaction: Move pieces freely to set up positions or play through games. The board automatically validates legal moves.
- PGN Analysis: Paste PGN notation into the editor and click "Load PGN" to visualize the game on the board.
- Position Sharing: Copy the FEN notation to share specific board positions with other players.
- Game Export: After analyzing or creating a game, export the PGN to save your work.
Chess Analysis Tips
- Study Opening Principles: Use this tool to analyze common openings and understand their strategic goals.
- Recognize Patterns: Practice identifying tactical motifs like forks, pins, and discovered attacks.
- Endgame Practice: Set up specific endgame positions to improve your technical skills.
- Review Master Games: Import PGN from classic chess games to study grandmaster techniques.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is PGN notation?
PGN (Portable Game Notation) is the standard format for recording chess games. It includes the moves played, along with metadata like player names, dates, and tournament information.
What is FEN notation?
FEN (Forsyth-Edwards Notation) is a standard notation for describing a particular board position in chess. It contains all the information needed to restart a game from a particular position.
Can I save my analysis?
Yes! You can export your analysis as a PGN file, which can be saved to your computer and imported again later or shared with other chess players.
Is this tool compatible with mobile devices?
Absolutely! Our chess position viewer is fully responsive and works on smartphones, tablets, and desktop computers.