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Hi Chess.com team,
I’d like to suggest a small UI improvement that would really help when playing games.
Request:
When a game is against someone on my Friends list, please clearly highlight this on the game screen (for example with an icon, label, or subtle banner like “Playing a Friend”).
Why this would be useful:
I sometimes start games quickly and don’t immediately realize I’m playing a friend.
It helps set the right mindset (casual vs competitive).
It avoids awkward moments when reviewing games or chatting afterward.
The information already exists — it’s just not very visible during play.
Possible implementations:
A small “👥 Friend” badge near the opponent’s name
A different color outline around the opponent’s avatar
A toggleable setting for those who prefer a cleaner UI
This would be a small change but a nice quality-of-life improvement for people who play both friends and random opponents regularly.
Thanks for considering it, and keep up the great work 👍
Le_Pion_Rebelle
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