D major guitar chord
How to play the D major chord, written D, on guitar. The shape is x x 0 2 3 2 and it sounds the notesD – F♯ – A — free to print or download below.
How to play the D 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 x 0 2 3 2 (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 4 played strings and let each note ring cleanly. The chord sounds the notes D – F♯ – A.
Notes in the D major chord
The D major chord contains the notes D – F♯ – A. The diagram shows the common open shape, x x 0 2 3 2 from the lowest string to the highest.
D major guitar chord — frequently asked questions
How do you play the D major chord on guitar?
Use the shape x x 0 2 3 2 (low E to high E): press the dots shown, play the 1 open string and mute the 2 marked with an ×. It sounds the notes D – F♯ – A.
What notes are in the D major chord?
The D major chord (D) contains the notes D – F♯ – A.
Is the D major guitar chord diagram free?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.