Chess OCR: board photos to FEN, handwritten scoresheets to PGN
About ScanChess
ScanChess is a web tool for over-the-board chess players, coaches and school clubs. Upload a board screenshot, 2D diagram or top-down photo to get an editable FEN, or upload the pages of a handwritten scoresheet to review the moves and export PGN. The PGN/FEN viewers need no account; image recognition needs sign-in and new accounts get 10 free credits, no card.
PlatformsWeb
✓ VerifiedOct 7, 2026
Key features
- Board photo or screenshot to FEN
- Handwritten scoresheet to PGN
- Free PGN/FEN viewer
- 10 free credits on signup
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