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What is File?

What is File?

Chess Terms : File Explained

What is File?

Chess Terms : File Explained

File

A file in chess is a vertical column on the chessboard. There are eight files on a standard chessboard, each represented by a letter from 'a' to 'h'. A move in a file generally refers to a piece moving up or down on the chessboard.




Study The a to h filesThe a to h files
Board is interactive - move a piece

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