hwo to gain more elo

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I mean I cant lose less because im still learning how to play chess and the openings and mindset of the game.

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im not sure how to get better cause im at 600 elo and i lost 200 elo over the last couple of months! i keep getting upgraded but then downgraded again! its just an infinite loop that does not stop until i reach 100 elo! can someone pls help!?!?!?!?

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It’s all about having a plan!

Do you have a plan on how to get better?

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Well for me ive been playing chess everyday and nothing has seemed to change?!

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Compadre_J raises a great point. You need a plan. You absolutely need to be using long time controls (not playing blitz), giving yourself lots of time to practice your calculation skills, and you need to be reviewing every game, taking time to see and learn from your mistakes. Puzzles will help with tactical awareness. There are free lessons on chess.com and other places that can teach good chess principles. There are so many content creators out there. Plus there's lots of great books for all skill levels. If you want to get better at chess (or anything) you have to be tenacious about it. Unless you are incredibly lucky or gifted, improving is going to take work and there are no instant or quick results. Just tiny pieces of improvement you make, slowly over time, which eventually will lead to you getting better.

All that said, your plan can be anything. Maybe you find you get squashed in openings and so your plan is to learn 2 openings in the next month. So you look at chess.com lessons and youtube and try to learn. You can always change your plan if it's not working. Maybe you find at your level the opening doesn't matter as much - the real issue is that your king gets trapped in the center - that you should focus on developing pieces and castling as soon as possible. Okay, that's your new plan. Keep trying things!

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ok thanks @Heckinsprout and @Compadre_J! do you have any suggestions on what openings I should try for playing for Black and White? im not completely sure on what to start off on yet cry

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AadyaTheAadya έγραψε:

ok thanks @Heckinsprout and @Compadre_J! do you have any suggestions on what openings I should try for playing for Black and White? im not completely sure on what to start off on yet

It's called opening principles, it takes 20 minutes to read, 20 hours to understand, and 20 months to apply properly in your game.

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magipi wrote:

Fun fact: the page of Imon1z shows no games against anyone with 500 Elo. Or even anyone above 300.

My God!!! You are a mastermind! You uncovered the truth about him! I have so much admiration for you.

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Imon-z wrote:

"Fun fact: the page of Imon1z shows no games against anyone with 500 Elo. Or even anyone above 300." I meant 500 as an exaggeration because I have beat my friends who are above my rating

You are good man. You already admit you are beginning and just trying to learn chess. Pay to mind to these insecure bullies.

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HeckinSprout wrote:

Compadre_J raises a great point. You need a plan. You absolutely need to be using long time controls (not playing blitz), giving yourself lots of time to practice your calculation skills,

It is true. Must learn slow games. Correspondence and classical first. No one can learn chess starting with rapid and blitz. Must start slow and then later, after a couple of years, try faster games.

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AadyaTheAadya wrote:

ok thanks @Heckinsprout and @Compadre_J! do you have any suggestions on what openings I should try for playing for Black and White? im not completely sure on what to start off on yet

I recommend playing the Italian Game!

It is fun and attacking!

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AadyaTheAadya wrote:

ok thanks @Heckinsprout and @Compadre_J! do you have any suggestions on what openings I should try for playing for Black and White? im not completely sure on what to start off on yet

Italian works. I think at your elo, the most important thing is to practice good chess principles - pawn in the center (two if allowed), develop your knights and bishops, castle asap, create an escape hatch for your king to prevent back rank checkmates, connect your rooks and move them to the D and E files. And blunder check before each move. If you are able to stop yourself from blundering and take your opponents pieces when they blunder, that alone is enough to gain several hundred elo.

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Thank you @Heckinsprout and @Compadre! I will give your advise a go!

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Do you guys know how I can get better at blitz and bullet? I have really been looking forward to learning how to play in that style!

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To increase your Elo rating on Chess.com, focus on consistent play, strategic improvement, and tactical training. Playing against stronger opponents and analyzing your games are crucial for identifying areas of improvement.
Here's a more detailed breakdown: 
1. Play Consistently:
Regularly playing chess helps you develop patterns, improve tactical skills, and make better strategic decisions.
Try to schedule regular play times, even if it's just one game per day.
2. Analyze Your Games:
After each game, take the time to review your moves and identify mistakes.
This self-analysis is a powerful learning tool.
Look for common errors, such as blunders, missed opportunities, or poor opening choices.
3. Focus on Tactics:
Tactical puzzles and exercises can significantly improve your ability to spot winning combinations and avoid blunders.
Chess.com https://www.chess.com/ offers a variety of tactical training tools.
Practice recognizing common tactical motifs, such as forks, pins, and skewers.
4. Study Master Games:
Analyzing games played by Grandmasters can provide valuable insights into advanced strategies and tactics.
Pay attention to how masters develop their pieces, control the center, and create attacking chances.
5. Play Against Stronger Opponents:
Challenging yourself against higher-rated players can help you learn new strategies and improve your overall game.
Consider setting your opponent search parameters to include players slightly above your current rating.
6. Manage Your Time:
In timed games, learn to manage your clock effectively to avoid time trouble and make hasty decisions.
Practice with blitz and bullet games, but also focus on longer time controls for more in-depth analysis.
7. Choose Your Openings Wisely:
Experiment with different openings and find a few that suit your playing style.
Don't be afraid to try new things and see how they work for you.
8. Don't Worry Too Much About Rating Fluctuations:
Elo ratings naturally fluctuate, especially when you're starting out.
Focus on improving your chess skills, and the rating will follow.
By consistently applying these tips, you can steadily increase your Elo rating and enjoy the game even more.

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Also, sorry but can anyone review one of my games please and tell me how I can improve (only if you have time)? I would Really like to know how to fix such mistakes in the future and I think it will really help me improve if someone of higher rating were to take a peek! Much appreciated for all the help!

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sure

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Woww @Evil_Jay1 tysm ill give that a go as well!

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which one?

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i think the first thing is you always mostly play the same opening and you also depend on the oppenent to castle to checkmate but if they dont then you easily lose. try checkmating oppenetnts or bots to try new techniques to checkmate bk