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Algebraic notation (chess)

Algebraic notation is the standard method of chess notation, used for recording and describing moves. It is based on a system of coordinates to uniquely identify each square on the board. It is now almost universally used by books, magazines, newspapers and software, and is the only form of notation recognized by FIDE, the international chess governing body.

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Naming the squares

Naming the pieces

Notation for moves

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Piece names in various languages

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Algebraic notation (chess)

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notation algebraic chess used example piece move moves fide file square pawn standard use check letter descriptive also checkmate publications

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ECO omit any indication of check.CheckmateCheckmate at the completion of moves is represented by the symbolinstance ofSome publications0.80text
ECO omit any indication of checkinstance ofSome publications0.80text

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