# Capturing Pieces 1 (Chess)

> This course includes more than 1400 exercises with a few pieces on the board

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessking.android.learn.capturing1](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.chessking.android.learn.capturing1)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.chessking.android.learn.capturing1`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Chess King
- **Category:** GAME\_BOARD
- **Downloads:** 65,410
- **Rating:** 5.00 / 5 (398 ratings)
- **Version:** 5.4.1
- **Last updated:** 2026-05-21
- **First published:** 2016-11-10
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 28 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-15
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.chessking.android.learn.capturing1)
- **Website:** [https://learn.chessking.com](https://learn.chessking.com/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://chessking.com/android\_privacy\_policy.html](https://chessking.com/android_privacy_policy.html)

## Description

**Capturing Pieces 1 (Chess)** is an extensive training course featuring over 1400 exercises designed to enhance your ability to capture undefended pieces efficiently. Intended for players familiar with chess rules, this Chrome extension offers a structured method to sharpen tactical skills crucial for avoiding blunders and seizing opportunities in practical games.

The course, part of the Chess King Learn series, covers tasks varying in complexity and includes hints, detailed explanations, and refutations of common mistakes. It supports offline use, multi-device synchronization, and tracks your rating improvements. Whether you're a beginner aiming to solidify fundamentals or an intermediate player seeking to refine tactics, Capturing Pieces 1 serves as an effective, interactive chess coach right at your fingertips.

## Rankings

- #267,750 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_CUSTOM_AUDIENCE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_TOPICS`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.USE_BIOMETRIC`
- `android.permission.USE_FINGERPRINT`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `com.android.vending.BILLING`
- `com.chessking.android.learn.capturing1.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`

## Review summary

Users praise Capturing Pieces 1 (Chess) for its simplicity and effectiveness in helping beginners improve their chess skills, particularly in calculation and understanding piece safety. It offers a wide variety of exercises with constructive feedback and poses puzzles that range from easy to challenging, fostering thoughtful play. The app is noted for being beginner-friendly with a smooth interface and non-intrusive ads. Overall, it is highly recommended for new players aiming to enhance their tactical awareness in chess.

### Pros

- Effective training tool that improves chess calculation and board vision
- Wide range of capture exercises, suitable for beginners
- Simple targeted approach that reinforces fundamental concepts
- Helpful feedback when mistakes are made
- Smooth and user-friendly interface

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