Chess.com Keyboard

This browser extension allows you to make moves on Chess.com using your keyboard

Chess.com Keyboard - Move Chess Pieces with Ease

"Chess.com Keyboard" is a free Chrome extension that allows users to make chess moves on Chess.com using their keyboard, supporting algebraic and UCI formats. Designed to improve accessibility and enhance board vision skills, this open-source tool provides a seamless way for players to engage with the game. With continuous updates and optimizations, it adapts to changes on the Chess.com interface, ensuring a reliable and user-friendly experience in online chess.
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Extension stats

Manifest V3
Users: 7,000+
Rating: 4.15
(33)
Version: 6.5.0 (Last updated: 2025-02-18)
Creation date: 2020-04-16
Host permissions:
  • https://www.chess.com/
Size: 125.95K
Full description: See detailed description

Other platforms

Not available on Android
Chess.com Keyboard (v6.5.0)
128 4.33 (6)
Chess.com Keyboard (v6.5.0)
2,080+ 4.00 (5)

User reviews

These summaries are automatically generated weekly using AI based on recent user reviews. Chrome Web Store does not verify user reviews, so some user reviews may be inaccurate, spammy, or outdated.
Pros
  • Works well for typing moves instead of using the mouse
  • Great for players who want to eliminate mouse slips
  • Helps with solving puzzles without using the touchpad
  • Good user interface and a fun tool to use
Cons
  • Frequently stops working or has bugs
  • Lacks support for premove functionality
  • Text box remains visible in certain situations, causing confusion
  • Illegal moves are not handled properly
  • Doesn't save specific settings like blindfold mode
Most mentioned
  • Stopped working or has bugs
  • No premove support
  • Text box not clearing after moves
  • Input issues with specific notations
  • Desire for additional features like drawing arrows or highlighting squares
User reviews
wow
by Hayden Griscti, 2024-10-28

It just broke down lol
by begard xhoshnaw, 2024-10-25

good game
by badge pro gaming, 2024-08-26
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Extension safety

Risk impact

Chess.com Keyboard requires very minimum permissions.

Risk impact analysis details
  • High Injects scripts into web pages, which may alter or extract site contents, resulting in a substantial risk.
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Risk likelihood

We don't have sufficient data to confidently determine the risk likelihood of Chess.com Keyboard. Use it at your own risk.

Risk likelihood analysis details
  • High This extension was recently updated in the past month. New updates may not be stable or safe.
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