Algebraic Notation

In chess one can record moves using symbols. There are symbols for different things in chess.

For example : square names, pieces, analyzing symbols, etc.

Square names- The horizontal rows are called ranks and the vertical ones are called files.

The ranks are given the numbers from 1-8 and the files are given the alphabets a-h. So to note down a name of a square Note down the rank no. and file name.
For example : Rank number = 6, File name = f
Then the square name is f6. Note that the letter in the name of the square is written in lower caps. This rule must be followed.
The symbol for the pieces is written in capitals.
King-K
Queen-Q
Rook-R
Knight-N
Bishop-B
Pawn-(the square should alone be given).