Go to the right place
Step by step
- Open the intended section and round. Review player ratings, starting order, requested byes, and withdrawals before generating pairings.
- Choose the pairing method that matches the section rules. The explanation beside the method describes its intended use.
- Review repeat-opponent, same-name or family, color, board-number, and overlapping-game warnings. A shared surname is a reason to check; it does not prove two players share an account.
- Before you regenerate pairings, check which boards are locked. Locked boards stay as they are, and the rest are paired again.
- Confirm the reviewed preview before sharing it. Rolling or arena pairings continuously match available players instead of creating one complete round at a time.
After you finish
You have checked the pairing preview and understand any warnings before publishing it.