Openings

What is a flank opening in chess?

  • Opening
  • Plans
  • Move Order

Flank opening is an opening term: an opening played by White and typified by play on one or both flanks. Learn the plan, pawn structure, and typical piece placement behind the term, not just the name.

What to look for on the board

  • Development, center control, and king safety.
  • The pawn break each side wants.
  • Whether a move creates a familiar structure.

Related terms

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