Chess Diagram Generator
Create high-resolution chess board images for your blog, books, or social media. Customize colors, pieces, and captions instantly.
For Authors & Bloggers
Our exporter generates 600x600 HD images suitable for high-quality print and web publishing. No attribution required for personal use.
Learn how to format your diagrams for maximum clarity in chess books.
How to Create Professional Chess Diagrams Online?
A chess diagram generator is an essential tool for chess authors, coaches, and content creators. It converts a FEN (Forsyth-Edwards Notation) string into a static image that can be embedded in documents or shared on social media.
Plychess offers a high-resolution online diagram maker that uses theme-aware CSS variables to ensure your board looks modern and professional. Our HD PNG export feature ensures that your chess puzzles and educational materials are crisp on all devices.
Customization Tips
- Notation: Enable board coordinates (a-h, 1-8) for instructional diagrams to help beginners.
- Captions: Add dynamic captions like 'White to move' or 'Mated' directly to the image.
- Orientation: Flip the board to the perspective of the side that is moving.
Use Cases for Chess Diagrams
Where to use your exported PNG images.
Chess Blogs & Websites
Illustrate your analysis with high-quality board snapshots that search engines can discover.
Tournament Bulletins
Quickly generate diagrams for key moments in your local club's tournament reports.
Tactical Puzzle Cards
Design your own training flashcards by exporting diagram images of complex endgame positions.
Frequently Asked Questions
What image format is supported?
Currently, we support high-definition PNG exports. This is the industry standard for chess diagrams due to its lossless quality.
Can I use these images in my published book?
Yes. Our diagrams are generated at a high DPI suitable for print publishing. We grant free usage for educational and non-commercial purposes.
How do I clear the board?
Simply input '8/8/8/8/8/8/8/8 w - - 0 1' into the FEN field to get a completely empty board for custom piece placement.