Where is G on the guitar fretboard?

All 12 positions of G on a standard-tuned guitar with 22 frets.

All positions of G

• 1st (high E) string · fret 3
• 1st (high E) string · fret 15
• 2nd (B) string · fret 8
• 2nd (B) string · fret 20
• 3rd (G) string · open string (fret 0)
• 3rd (G) string · fret 12
• 4th (D) string · fret 5
• 4th (D) string · fret 17
• 5th (A) string · fret 10
• 5th (A) string · fret 22
• 6th (low E) string · fret 3
• 6th (low E) string · fret 15

About this note

G is the open 3rd string on guitar and the root of G major — likely the most-used key in modern guitar music. Open G chord is one of the first taught.

Tips for memorizing

Start with the lowest fret on each string. Notice the octave shapes — the same note repeats every 12 frets along a single string. Across strings, octaves form predictable visual shapes (e.g., 2 strings down + 2 frets up).

Try the interactive trainer to drill G until it becomes automatic. Most learners get all six strings comfortable within a week of 5-minute daily sessions.