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What does light squares mean in chess?

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In chess, light squares refers to the 32 light-colored squares on the chessboard, such as h1 and a8. Compare dark squares.

Light squares FAQ

What does light squares mean in chess?

In chess, light squares refers to the 32 light-colored squares on the chessboard, such as h1 and a8. Compare dark squares.

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