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Coordinates Articles
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Understanding Square Colors
Master the chessboard's alternating color pattern for better piece coordination
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Instantly Recognize Squares with Anchor Points
Instead of memorizing 64 squares individually, use key squares as reference points. A perfect first step for blindfold chess.
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Using Symmetry to Learn Coordinates
By leveraging the symmetry of the chessboard, you can cut the information you need to memorize in half. Learn techniques using horizontal, vertical, and point symmetry.
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Overcoming Coordinate Mirror Confusion
Why does confusion between a-file and h-file happen? Understand the difference between fixed and variable perspective models to develop stable coordinate recognition.