Frequently asked questions
Is GuitarGenie free to use? — Yes. Every guide, chart and tool here is free, with no account and nothing to sign up for.
Do I need to know how to read music? — No. Everything here uses tab and chord diagrams, which do not require reading standard notation.
I am left-handed. Does this work for me? — Yes. Turn on left-handed mode at the bottom of the menu and every chord, CAGED and fretboard diagram mirrors for a left-handed guitar. Tab, tuning and theory read the same either way, so those stay as they are.
Which guitar should I start on? — Any guitar you enjoy picking up. Guitar types covers how acoustic, classical and electric differ, and Buying and selling covers what to check before you pay.
Can I tune using my phone microphone? — Not here. The Tuning tab plays reference tones to match by ear, and explains how to use a clip-on tuner or tune the guitar to itself. A dedicated tuner is more reliable than a browser listening through a microphone, so we would rather point you at one than do it badly.
How often should I change my strings? — Roughly every three months with regular play, sooner if they sound dull or look corroded. Strings and tuning walks through the change.
Why does my guitar buzz? — Usually the setup rather than you. Setup and care explains neck relief, action and nut slots, and when a buzz is worth taking to a tech.
Does it work offline? — Yes. Install GuitarGenie to your home screen and the tuner, metronome and every guide keep working without a connection.
Is the mastery calculator exact? — No. It is a way to picture your progress, not a scientific claim. How you practise matters far more than hours counted.
Something here looks wrong. Can I tell you? — Please do. Use the contact page — corrections are genuinely welcome.