You don't have to follow these tips slavishly, but in general it is wise to follow them.
THE OPENING GAME
| Tip 1 | Begin by moving a centre pawn |
| Tip 2 | Don't move the same piece twice: bring out your other pieces (knights, bishops, then rooks and queen) |
| Tip 3 | Castle quickly |
THE MIDDLE GAME
| Tip 4 | Try to capture enemy pieces |
| Tip 5 | Study your opponent's last move carefully: what are they up to? |
| Tip 6: | Look out for tactics you can use, such as forks, pins, skewers, discovered attacks, double attacks and trapping enemy pieces |
| Tip 7 | Target the enemy king - go for a checkmate |
THE END GAME
| Tip 8 | Make a new aueen |
| Tip 9 | Use your king to capture enemy pieces and to push the other king back |
| Tip 10 | Use your knowledge of basic checkmates to win the game. AVOID STALEMATE! |