Nick R
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Nick R posted an update a year ago
Sounds stupid but I really struggle memorising the chess board grid. So when I see Nf6:Bg4 etc I have to track across and up to find the square. Anyone got any tips on how to memorise the grid so I immediately know which square is being referenced?
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I have the same problem and wonder if the “Vision” function on chess.com can really improve this problem. So I’ll give it a shot: https://www.chess.com/vision
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The Vision function on chess.com that Julian mentioned is interested, I actually didn’t know that existed. The only thing about that is when I first learned the coordinates it was easier to learn them in relation to the pieces on the board initially. For example, I knew that the e file was where the kings were, and the d file where the…
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Hercules chess, which was recommended by Nelson in one of his videos, is free. It is not that great but it does have a puzzle/challenge to help memorizing the grid. I do it daily. https://herculeschess.com/ These days virtually all mistakes I make on it are from a mouse slip or from trying to do it when I’m really tired.
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There is a series of YouTube videos by ChessSimple I believe which are about 1 year old. They are helpful (and short) with daily exercises to get you zeroed in on the board dynamics. One lesson is entitled: Board Visualization Training Program – Month 1
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