# 💡 My ChessUp Tip for New Players: Start With the Lights On!

**URL:** <https://community.playchessup.com/t/my-chessup-tip-for-new-players-start-with-the-lights-on/3948>\
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**Created:** [November 4, 2025, 6:53am UTC](https://community.playchessup.com/t/my-chessup-tip-for-new-players-start-with-the-lights-on/3948 "2025-11-04T06:53:21Z")\
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**Author:** ![Ivara96](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex030/user_avatar/community.playchessup.com/ivara96/32/1367_2.png) [@Ivara96](https://community.playchessup.com/u/Ivara96)\
**Post date:** [November 4, 2025, 6:53am UTC](https://community.playchessup.com/t/my-chessup-tip-for-new-players-start-with-the-lights-on/3948/1 "2025-11-04T06:53:21Z")

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Hey everyone 👋

When I first started using ChessUp 2, I found it almost impossible to play without the colored lights. But after some time, I realized that’s actually okay — the lights are meant to teach you how to see the board better.

I use **all levels** , depending on the game. Sometimes Level 1 when I want a real challenge, other times Level 4 or 5 when I just want to relax and enjoy the flow. The lights always help me stay focused and learn something new each time.

So my tip for new players: don’t rush to turn the lights off — use them to train your eyes and confidence first.

How about you all? Which assistance level do you use the most?

– Ivar