Follow the Dots: Building Chords with Chordii+

How to Build Chords Using the Chord Finder (Top Right Corner of Chordii+)
This little chart in the top-right corner is your shortcut to building chords in any key — no theory memorization required.

Here’s how it works:

The solid black circle = your starting note (the root of the chord).
The numbers and arrows (like ● → 2 → 2) show you how many notes (or circles) to move forward in the current key to find the other chord tones.
Just follow the notes from left to right and use the chart to build any chord.

Step-by-Step Chord Examples
Let’s say the wheel is set to the Key of C. Your notes across the center window will be:
C – D – E – F – G – A – B

1. D minor (the 2 chord in C)
Formula: ● → 2 → 2

Step 1: Start on D
Step 2: Move 2 notes forward → F
Step 3: Move 2 more → A

D–F–A = D minor

2. G major (the 5 chord in C)
Formula: ● → 2 → 2

Step 1: Start on G
Step 2: Move 2 notes → B
Step 3: Move 2 more → D

G–B–D = G major

3. Gsus2 (suspended 2 chord)
Formula: ● → 1 → 3

Step 1: Start on G
Step 2: Move 1 note → A
Step 3: Move 3 more → D

G–A–D = Gsus2

4. Cadd9 (add nine chord)
Formula: ● → 2 → 2 → 4

Step 1: Start on C
Step 2: Move 2 notes → E
Step 3: Move 2 more → G
Step 4: Move 4 more → D

C–E–G–D = Cadd9

5. Cmaj7 (major seven chord)
Formula: ● → 2 → 2 → 2

Step 1: Start on C
Step 2: Move 2 notes → E
Step 3: Move 2 more → G
Step 4: Move 2 more → B

C–E–G–B = Cmaj7

Why It Works:
This system is built on the notes in the key you’re in — not half-steps, formulas, or fretboard math. You just follow the dots and count forward.
That means less thinking, more creating.
It’s not about memorizing more. It’s about staying in motion — writing, playing, and creating without getting stuck in your head.