Hello,
do you have other Anki Chess usages ?
How to use Anki to improve your chess skills?
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OuiOuiZNotDead escreveu:
Hello,
do you have other Anki Chess usages ?
Hi, i wrote a Python script that creates Anki decks from PGN files with tactical positions. It handles everything: extracts the positions, generates board images, and builds a ready-to-import .apkg package.
The same workflow can be used to create decks on other chess topics — such as endgames or positional concepts — just by using PGNs focused on those themes.
And if you're interested in learning other subjects beyond chess, there are plenty of free shared decks available here:
I use anki for language learning, but using it for chess seems interesting too!
Dianna_98 a écrit :
I think the 2 moves method I learned from GM Alex Yermolisky is much better, I was 1600 and after learning to calculate with this method I went all the way to 2230 online on Lichess
do you have any link to share ?
I first heard about anki method from someone who save his difficult important theory backgammon position on his anki software in yt from backgammon super grandmaster dirk schiemen from Germany. Right now there is only two super grandmaster in backgammon and first one to become is mochy from japan , he became many years ago and he is the second one to become recently. Also That anki method developer from backgammon is from Germany.
♟️ Anki Method for Chess Tactical Training
📖 Method Introduction
Hello chess players! 👋
I'd like to share a method for tactical study using the Anki system (spaced repetition 🔁), based on positions from Susan Polgar’s book "Chess Tactics for Champions". This method was born from frustrations I observed with traditional tactical training platforms.
🚫 The Problem with Traditional Platforms
Many of us use Chess.com, Lichess, and other platforms to train tactics, but I noticed several limitations:
🖱️ The ease of virtually moving pieces discourages complete mental visualization
✅❌ Immediate feedback ("correct/incorrect") promotes superficial analysis
⏩ The quick transition to the next exercise doesn’t allow for deeper understanding
💡 The Solution: Anki + Pure Visualization
The deck I created presents tactical positions without allowing piece movement. Only after complete mental analysis do you check the answer, which contains the main line and critical variations.
🔍 Method Characteristics:
👁️ Forced visualization: Without moving pieces, you develop the "chess vision" crucial for strong players
🤔 Productive doubt: Answers that don’t explain all possibilities create cognitive tension that motivates additional exploration
🔄 Intelligent repetition: The Anki algorithm brings difficult positions back more frequently
🏊 Progressive deepening: With each review, you explore deeper layers of the position
🧪 Scientific Basis
This method is supported by research in cognitive psychology:
🧩 Chunks and Templates: Recognition of tactical patterns forms "chunks" (Chase & Simon, 1973) and eventually more complex "templates" (Gobet & Simon, 1996)
🧠 Elaborative encoding: Active questioning and mental exploration reinforce long-term memory
♟️ Skill transfer: Systematically trained mental visualization transfers to real games
📲 How to Install and Use Anki
To start using this method:
Step 1: Install Anki
💻 For computers: Download at (Windows/Mac/Linux)
📱 For Android: Download "AnkiDroid" (Google Play Store)
🍎 For iOS: Download "AnkiMobile" (paid app) or use the free web version at
Step 2: Set Up
🔗 Create an Anki account to sync progress: account/register
📥 Import the deck using the link below ("Import file" in Anki).
🗂️ Deck Usage Guide
⚙️ Initial Setup:
Download the Anki deck "Chess Tactics - Susan Polgar" (link below)
⚖️ Adjust settings to start with 10-15 new cards/day.
🔎 For Each Position:
⏳ Set a time limit: 3-5 minutes for complex positions
🧠 Calculate mentally: Visualize the main line and opponent’s defenses
📝 Record your answer: Mentally before checking
✔️ Honest evaluation:
🟠 "Hard": Only initial move found
🟢 "Good": Correct main line + defenses
🔴 "Again": Missed the solution
📊 Strategic Review:
🔄 After each session, analyze 1-2 difficult positions with a physical board
📅 Monthly: Review statistics to identify weak tactical themes
🏆 Method Advantages
The major advantage of this approach is that it develops not just pattern recognition, but also:
✅ Calculation discipline
✅ Deep visualization ability
✅ Critical thinking about positions
✅ Conceptual understanding of tactical themes
📥 Download the Deck
🔗 https://drive.google.com/file/d/1zA1cLA0l0N1a4Zs1fgdLeNCngbAMHocS/view?usp=sharing
🎯 I invite everyone to try this method and share your results!
## 📣 Join the Community!
I invite you to:
1. Try this for **2 weeks**
2. Suggest improvements 🛠️