Screenshot to FEN
Chess screenshot to FEN, in one paste.
Drop, choose or paste a screenshot of a 2D chess board. The pieces are read in your browser and placed on the board, ready to copy as FEN or analyse.
Scan a screenshotPaste and go
Press Ctrl+V (⌘V on a Mac) anywhere on the page, or drop the image in.
Private
The image is read on your own device and never uploaded.
Check, then analyse
Uncertain squares are outlined, so you can fix them in a tap before the engine looks.
How it works
- Take a screenshot of the board on any site, app or e-book.
- Paste it on the Scan tab.
- Check the board, choose who is to move, and press Analyse.
Every feature is explained in the user guide.
Questions
Which images work best?
Flat 2D boards from sites and apps such as Lichess, Chess.com or book diagrams, cropped close to the board.
Does it work with photos of a real board?
Not well yet. Photos and 3D sets confuse the scanner, so set those positions up with the editor instead.
How do I get the FEN?
After scanning, the FEN appears in the editor. Press Done, then Copy FEN.
Is it free?
Yes, with no account and no limits.