Chord finder
Reverse identification first. Optional lookup if you already know the name.
Tap another string or fret to name the chord.
What is a reverse chord finder?
A reverse chord finder names the chord from the notes you select first. On this page you tap frets or keys, then read one chord name and fingering diagrams. A secondary lookup is available when you already know the name and only want fingerings. The fold stays ready for tapping; no account is required.
This chord finder page shares the same engine as the homepage identifier. It is not a YouTube or song scraper, and it is not a tab editor.
How do I use the chord finder on this page?
Tap frets or keys that match what you play. The result area updates with a name and diagrams. Switch instruments on the tool bar, or open lookup mode when you already know the root and quality. Clear resets the board. Everything runs in the browser without sign-up.
When should I use lookup instead of reverse tapping?
Use reverse tapping when you hear or hold a shape and need the name. Use the secondary lookup when you already know the chord name and only want fingering diagrams. Reverse mode stays first so the page matches the chord-finder intent without hiding the identifier.
FAQ
What is a reverse chord finder?
A reverse chord finder names the chord from the notes you select first. On this page you tap frets or keys, then read one chord name and fingering diagrams. A secondary lookup is available when you already know the name and only want fingerings. The fold stays ready for tapping; no account is required.
What does the chord finder do?
The chord finder is a reverse identifier first: tap frets or keys to get a chord name and diagrams. A secondary mode lets you pick a root and quality when you already know the name and only want fingerings. Reverse tapping stays first so the fold is ready to use.
Which chord types can it name?
WhatsChord recognizes major, minor, dominant 7, major 7, sus2, sus4, diminished, and augmented shapes when the note set matches. Slash chords appear when the lowest sounding pitch is not the root. Extra qualities such as m7 may show when they fit cleanly. We do not claim a huge catalog count.
Can this tool name chords from a YouTube link or a full song?
No. WhatsChord only names one chord from notes you tap or select. It does not accept streaming links, upload audio, or build whole-song charts. If you need the name of a shape from a recording, play or hold it yourself and tap those frets, keys, or note chips here instead.
Is WhatsChord a tab editor?
No. This site is a reverse chord identifier: notes in, one chord name and fingering diagrams out. It is not a tablature editor, staff writer, or song library. You will not find measure grids, rhythm strips, or whole-song charts on these pages.
Do I need an account or payment?
No. Every identifier page is free in the browser with no sign-up and no checkout. Instrument and theme preferences may stay in localStorage on your device. Optional native ads may appear below the tool later; they do not cover the fretboard or keyboard.