Usage Guide
Master the features of Chess Analyzer Pro.
Loading Games
1. By PGN File
Import a local game file (.pgn).
- Go to
File > Open PGN... - Select your file. The game will load immediately.
2. By Username (Chess.com / Lichess)
Fetch your recent games directly.
- Go to
File > Load from [Platform] User... - Enter your username (or set it in Settings for auto-fill).
- Select a game from the list to analyze.
Analysis Features
Once a game is loaded, the engine is ready.
Start Analysis
Click the Analyze Game button in the sidebar. The engine will evaluate every move, calculating win probabilities and best lines.
Navigation
- Arrow Keys: Navigate move-by-move.
- Evaluation Graph: Click any point on the graph to jump to that moment.
- Move List: Click a move to view the board state.
Move Classification
Moves are color-coded based on their quality:
| Color | Classification | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| šµ | Brilliant | Exceptional, often sacrificial play. |
| š¢ | Best/Great | The optimal engine move. |
| š” | Inaccuracy | A suboptimal move, but not losing. |
| š“ | Mistake | A significant error affecting the evaluation. |
| ā | Blunder | A critical error that likely loses the game. |
AI Game Summary
Requirement: Valid Gemini API Key in Settings.
Click the AI Summary tab (Robot Icon) to generate a narrative summary of the game. The AI analyzes key turning points and mistakes to tell the story of the match in plain English.
Statistics & History
- Game Stats: View accuracy, opening name, and performance ratings in the Analysis Panel.
- History: The History tab keeps a log of all analyzed games. Double-click to reload a game instantly from the cache.