What is Move Preview on ChessWorld?

Move Preview allows players to see the move they are about to make before confirming it. A confirmation prompt ensures accuracy and reduces errors.

Who benefits from Move Preview?

It is especially useful for less experienced players who want to avoid blunders, but all players can benefit from the extra confirmation step.

How do I enable Move Preview?

You can enable Move Preview by visiting the My Stuff → My Moves page and selecting your preferred move options.

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👁️ Move Preview

Blunder prevention is built into the interface with Move Preview. This feature allows you to see the result of your move on the board before finalizing it, giving you a crucial moment to double-check for errors and ensure your intended plan is sound.

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Why Use Move Preview?

Avoid Mistakes: Catch blunders before they’re submitted.
Learn Safely: Especially helpful for less experienced players learning to double-check moves.
Extra Confidence: Confirm each move with an “Are you sure?” prompt before committing.

How It Works

When enabled, every move you make is first shown as a preview. You then confirm or cancel it. This ensures accuracy and reduces the chance of accidental slips.

How to Enable

Visit the My Stuff → My Moves page and select your preferred move options to turn on Move Preview.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Is Move Preview available to all members?

Move Preview is a feature available to Full Members.

❓ Can Move Preview really help improve my game?

Yes. By encouraging careful review before confirmation, it helps reduce careless mistakes and trains good habits.

❓ Do I have to use Move Preview?

No. It is entirely optional and can be turned on or off in your preferences.

👉 With Move Preview, you gain an extra safeguard against mistakes, improving both your confidence and your gameplay experience.

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