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How to turn a Chess.com position into an image

To turn a Chess.com position into an image, open the position on Chess.com, click the free ChessVG browser extension to capture the board, then download a PNG or open it in the ChessVG editor to export a PNG or vector SVG. The extension reads the pieces straight off the board, so it works on live games, computer games, and analysis boards — with no need to dig out a FEN. This guide covers the one-click workflow and the manual FEN fallback.

A Chess.com chess position rendered by ChessVG in the Tournament Green theme with the Maestro piece set, exported as a clean diagram image.
A position grabbed from Chess.com and exported in the Tournament Green theme with the Maestro piece set.

Key takeaways

  • The extension reads the Chess.com board directly — no FEN needed.
  • Works on live games, computer games, and analysis boards.
  • Download a PNG in the popup, or export SVG in the editor.
  • Manual FEN paste always works as a fallback.

The one-click way (recommended)

  1. Install the ChessVG extension from the Chrome Web Store and pin it to your toolbar.
  2. Open any position on Chess.com — a game, computer game, or analysis board.
  3. Click the ChessVG icon. The position is captured and previewed with your chosen theme and piece set.
  4. Click Download PNG, or Open in ChessVG to add a background, frame, coordinates, and export an SVG or a social-media size.

The manual way (copy a FEN)

  1. On Chess.com, open the board's share or download menu and copy the FEN.
  2. Open the ChessVG editor and paste the FEN into the position box — the board loads instantly.
  3. Style it and export a PNG or SVG from the Export tab.

Where a Chess.com board image helps

Once you can export any position, the same board powers YouTube thumbnails, TikTok covers, blog diagrams, and lesson slides. Browse the use cases for ideas, or the case studies for how creators use board images to grow reach and brand.

FAQ

How do I turn a Chess.com position into an image?

Open the position on Chess.com, click the ChessVG browser extension icon to capture it, then download a PNG from the popup or open it in the ChessVG editor to export a PNG or SVG. You can also copy the FEN from Chess.com and paste it into the editor.

How do I get the FEN from a Chess.com game?

On Chess.com, open the game menu (the settings or share icon under the board) and choose Download or Share to reveal the PGN and FEN. With the ChessVG extension you do not need it — the position is read straight from the board.

Can I export a Chess.com analysis position?

Yes. The extension reads the board directly, so it works on Chess.com analysis boards, live games, and computer games — anywhere a board is shown.

Does this work without a Chess.com account?

The ChessVG extension and editor never require an account, and there is no watermark. You do need access to view the board on Chess.com itself.

Related

Play on Lichess too? See how to turn a Lichess position into an image, read more about the ChessVG browser extension, or start in the editor.

ChessVG is a free tool by ChessSolve. ChessVG is independent and not affiliated with or endorsed by Chess.com.

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