F major guitar chord
How to play the F major chord, written F, on guitar. The shape is 1 3 3 2 1 1 and it sounds the notesF – A – C — free to print or download below.
How to play the F 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 1 3 3 2 1 1 (from the low E string to the high E).
- Place your fingers. Lay your first finger flat across the barred fret, then add the remaining fingers as shown.
- Strum and check. Strum the 6 played strings and let each note ring cleanly. The chord sounds the notes F – A – C.
Notes in the F major chord
The F major chord contains the notes F – A – C. The diagram shows the common barre shape, 1 3 3 2 1 1 from the lowest string to the highest.
F major guitar chord — frequently asked questions
How do you play the F major chord on guitar?
Use the shape 1 3 3 2 1 1 (low E to high E): press the dots shown, play the 0 open strings and mute the 0 marked with an ×. It sounds the notes F – A – C.
What notes are in the F major chord?
The F major chord (F) contains the notes F – A – C.
Is the F major guitar chord diagram free?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.