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: It is usually easiest to click "Clear board" and start with an empty board rather than rearranging the standard starting position.

: Click the "Board" icon in the top menu bar to open a new board window.

: Once finished, go to the File menu and choose Save or Save Game As to store it in a database. Chessbase

: You can customize how information is displayed (e.g., notation on the right, engine analysis at the bottom) by dragging windows to different "opening crosses" that appear when you move them.

: Use the "Side to move" radio buttons on the right to select which color goes first. : It is usually easiest to click "Clear

: Press the "S" key on your keyboard or go to File > New > Position .

: Common shortcuts include Ctrl+Z to undo moves and Ctrl+F to flip the board. Customizing Your Post/Layout : You can customize how information is displayed (e

: Select a piece from the double columns on the right and click the desired square on the board to place it. To remove a piece, click it again.