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What are chess openings?

Learn where to explore and study chess openings on Chess.com, and find the one that best matches your playing style!

Updated over a month ago

The chess opening refers to the initial moves of a game. 'Book' openings are well-known sequences that have been extensively studied by professionals and are usually well documented in authoritative references like The Encyclopedia of Chess Openings (ECO).

Where do I find all common openings on Chess.com?

  1. Find an opening that looks interesting to you, and click on it to learn the details.

  2. Once you choose an opening, you'll find detailed information such as its history, pros and cons, and a list of follow-up moves.

  3. You can also explore thousands of games where the opening was played using the 'Explore' section on the right side of the page.

    Openings on Chess.com
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