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Chords are typically organized by root note and then by type (Major, Minor, Augmented, Diminished, etc.).

Many free PDFs online contain errors (wrong fret numbers, missing accidentals). Cross-check with a reliable source like Fretboard Toolbox or a chord encyclopedia.

Chords are grouped by root note (A through G#) and then by quality (Major, Minor, Dominant, etc.). Visual Layout: Uses clear, easy-to-read grid diagrams.

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| Chord Type | Formula (in semitones from root) | Example movable shape (E string root) | |------------|----------------------------------|----------------------------------------| | Major | R, 4, 3 | x-7-9-9-8-7 (E shape) | | Minor | R, 3, 4 | x-7-9-9-8-7 (Em shape) | | Dominant 7 | R, 4, 3, 3 | x-7-9-7-9-x (E7 shape) | | Major 7 | R, 4, 3, 4 | x-7-9-8-9-x | | Minor 7 | R, 3, 4, 3 | x-7-9-7-8-x | | Sus2 | R, 2, 5 | x-7-9-7-7-x | | Sus4 | R, 5, 2 | x-7-9-7-8-x (different voicing) |

Pick a fret (e.g., the 5th fret). Open the PDF to the "A" section. Find five different types of A chords you can play right at the 5th fret (A7, Amaj9, A13, Am7, Adim7). Practice moving between them without moving your hand. This builds fluidity.