In this lesson, you will learn how the rook moves in chess and how files and ranks work on the chessboard. This beginner-friendly lesson explains rook movement step by step, showing how the rook controls open lines and becomes one of the strongest attacking pieces in the game.

In this lesson, you will learn:

• how the rook moves horizontally and vertically
• what files and ranks mean in chess
• how the rook captures opponent pieces
• how rooks control open lines
• basic rook activity and positioning principles

After watching the lesson, practice moving the rook along files and ranks on a real chessboard to understand how it controls space and supports attacks during a game.