Game Settings

4.1. Game Preferences

The Game tab of the Preferences dialog allows you to set up the settings of your choice for new games. In the Opposing player section, it is possible to setup the number of human and AI (computer) players. If you have installed any supported chess engines as AI players, these will be displayed in the list of available players. The difficulty setting of the AI players is set in the Difficulty section. Finally, the time-limit for each player's move is set in the Game Duration section.

Figure 2Game preferences dialog for GNOME Chess

4.2. Appearance Preferences

The Appearance tab of the Preferences dialog allows you to modify board orientation, move format, and the general look and feel of GNOME Chess.

Figure 3Appearance preferences dialog for GNOME Chess