Free Chord Generator
Generate guitar and piano chords with interactive diagrams, fingering positions, and chord progressions. Perfect for songwriting and music learning.
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Guitar Chord
Fingering Instructions:
Select a chord to see fingering instructions
Piano Chord
Chord Notes:
Select a chord to see notes
Popular Chord Progressions
I-V-vi-IV (Pop Progression)
ii-V-I (Jazz Progression)
vi-IV-I-V (Ballad Progression)
How to Use the Chord Generator
Learn chords and create progressions in simple steps
1. Select Key & Type
Choose your desired key and chord type from the dropdown menus.
2. View Diagrams
See guitar fingering diagrams and piano chord charts instantly.
3. Practice & Play
Use the diagrams to practice and explore chord progressions.
Comprehensive Chord Features
Everything you need to learn and create with chords
Guitar Diagrams
Interactive fretboard diagrams showing finger positions and chord shapes.
Piano Charts
Visual piano keyboard with highlighted keys and chord inversions.
Chord Progressions
Popular progressions in all keys for songwriting and practice.
Music Theory
Learn chord construction, intervals, and theory behind the chords.
Mobile Friendly
Optimized for all devices - practice anywhere, anytime.
No Registration
Completely free to use with no sign-up required.
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How to Use the Chord Generator
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Select Your Key: Use the Key dropdown to choose from all 12 musical keys including C, D, E, F, G, A, B and their sharps/flats. This sets the root note for your chord.
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Choose a Chord Type: Pick from major, minor, dominant 7th, major 7th, minor 7th, diminished, augmented, suspended 2nd, suspended 4th, or add 9 chords. Each type produces a different sound and mood.
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Pick Your Instrument: Toggle between guitar and piano views. The guitar view shows fretboard diagrams with finger positions, while the piano view highlights the keys you need to press.
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Generate and Learn: Click the "Generate Chord" button to see the chord diagram, fingering instructions, and the notes that make up the chord. Scroll down to explore popular chord progressions in your chosen key.
Key Features
- -Interactive Guitar Fretboard Diagrams - See exactly where to place your fingers with clear dot indicators showing finger numbers, open strings, and muted strings.
- -Piano Keyboard Visualization - View chord tones highlighted on a realistic piano keyboard, making it easy to see intervals and play the chord on any keyboard instrument.
- -Popular Chord Progressions - Instantly see the I-V-vi-IV pop progression, ii-V-I jazz progression, and vi-IV-I-V ballad progression in your selected key with one-click playback.
- -10 Chord Types - From basic major and minor chords to jazz voicings like dominant 7th and major 7th, plus suspended and augmented variations for creative songwriting.
- -Detailed Fingering Instructions - Each chord comes with written instructions explaining exactly which fingers go on which frets and strings, perfect for beginners learning guitar chords.
- -No Registration Required - Use this free chord generator instantly without creating an account, downloading software, or dealing with paywalls.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between a major and minor chord?
A major chord uses the 1st, 3rd, and 5th notes of the major scale, creating a bright and happy sound. A minor chord lowers the 3rd note by a half step (flat 3rd), producing a darker, more emotional tone. For example, C Major contains C-E-G while C Minor contains C-Eb-G. This chord generator shows both types with clear diagrams and fingering for guitar and piano.
Can I use this chord generator to learn guitar as a beginner?
Absolutely. This free online chord generator is designed with beginners in mind. Each chord displays a fretboard diagram with numbered finger positions, open string indicators, and written fingering instructions. Start with simple open chords like C, G, D, E, and A major before moving to barre chords and more complex voicings. The progression section also helps you practice common chord changes used in popular songs.
How do I read guitar chord diagrams from this generator?
Guitar chord diagrams show the fretboard vertically with the thickest string (low E) on the left. Dots on the diagram indicate where to press down on the fretboard. Numbers inside the dots tell you which finger to use (1=index, 2=middle, 3=ring, 4=pinky). An open circle above the fretboard means play the string open (unfretted), while an X means do not play that string. The chord generator provides all of these visual cues automatically.