Whats the best way for beginners in chess to prevents themselves from making bad moves?
Don’t give away free stuff! The best way, for beginners in chess to prevent themselves from making bad moves, is for them to avoid leaving their pieces attacked and unprotected, called “en prise”. A beginner is often so focused on calculating their complicated tactics and strategy, they must consciously remember the simple task to avoid losing pieces for nothing. A beginner can dramatically improve results by giving priority to this one simple rule. Corollary: especially do not leave your own king attacked and unprotected, The king cannot be captured, but worse: the king that cannot escape check is checkmated. Notice that when a piece or pawn moves, it not only controls new squares, it gives up control of other squares. For example; If you move the piece that was protecting your knight, then your opponent might take your knight. Corollary: observe which pieces or pawns might be overloaded defenders.
