Candidate Moves
Candidate Moves: A short list of serious moves selected for calculation in a position.
In-Depth Explanation
Candidate moves prevent tunnel vision. Start with checks, captures, and direct threats, then include strategic moves required by the position. Calculate each candidate consistently before comparing outcomes. Adding a late candidate is useful when every original line fails or a hidden resource appears.
Related Technical Terms
FEN (Forsyth-Edwards Notation)
A standard notation for describing a particular board position of a chess game.
Blunder
A very bad move that loses significant material or the game, usually marked as ?? in chess notation.
Algebraic Notation
The standard system for recording chess moves using square coordinates (e.g. e4, Nf3, O-O).
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Frequently Asked Questions
A short list of serious moves selected for calculation in a position.
Use a real game in the Plychess analysis tools and identify where candidate moves affected the position or result.
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