How to setup a chess Board : A Simple Guide

Setting up a chessboard properly is essential for starting the game. Here's a simple guide on how to set it up:

Step 1: Place the Chessboard Correctly

• Ensure that the board is oriented so that each player has a white square on the rightmost corner of their side (the "right-hand rule").

Step 2: Arrange the Pieces

• Back Row (closest to each player):

  • Rooks: Place them in the corners (a1, h1 for white, a8, h8 for black).

  • Knights: Place them next to the rooks (b1, g1 for white, b8, g8 for black).

  • Bishops: Place them next to the knights (c1, f1 for white, c8, f8 for black).

  • Queens: Place the queen on the square that matches her color. The white queen goes on d1, and the black queen goes on d8.

  • Kings: Place the king on the remaining square (e1 for white, e8 for black).

• Front Row (pawns):

  • Place all 8 pawns in a row directly in front of the other pieces (a2-h2 for white, a7-h7 for black).

Step 3: Double-Check the Setup

• White pieces should be on the first two rows, black pieces on the last two rows.

• Make sure that both players’ kings and queens are in the correct positions (remember: the white queen is on d1, the black queen is on d8).

Final Setup (Example for White):

• First row (back): Rook, Knight, Bishop, Queen, King, Bishop, Knight, Rook.

• Second row (front): 8 pawns.

Repeat the same for Black, reversing the positions.

Once you’ve completed these steps, you’re ready to start the game!