Rules
What is a kingside castling in chess?
- Rules
- Legality
- Result
Kingside castling is a rules concept: another name for castling short, written O-O. In a game, verify the exact rule before making assumptions, because one detail can change the result.
What to look for on the board
- Whether the move is legal.
- Whether the rule changes the result.
- Whether a special case applies.
Related terms
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