C major guitar chord
How to play the C major chord, written C, on guitar. The shape is x 3 2 0 1 0 and it sounds the notesC – E – G — free to print or download below.
How to play the C major chord
- Read the diagram. The dots show where to press. A circle above a string means play it open; an × means do not play that string. This shape is x 3 2 0 1 0 (from the low E string to the high E).
- Place your fingers. Press each dotted position with the finger number printed on it.
- Strum and check. Strum the 5 played strings and let each note ring cleanly. The chord sounds the notes C – E – G.
Notes in the C major chord
The C major chord contains the notes C – E – G. The diagram shows the common open shape, x 3 2 0 1 0 from the lowest string to the highest.
C major guitar chord — frequently asked questions
How do you play the C major chord on guitar?
Use the shape x 3 2 0 1 0 (low E to high E): press the dots shown, play the 2 open strings and mute the 1 marked with an ×. It sounds the notes C – E – G.
What notes are in the C major chord?
The C major chord (C) contains the notes C – E – G.
Is the C major guitar chord diagram free?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.