Learn how to use our card grading system and get the most accurate results
General assessment of the card's overall state
How well the image is positioned within the card borders
Measured from 1-10 scale. Perfect centering (10) means the image is exactly centered with equal borders on all sides.
Sharpness and condition of the card corners
Sharp, intact corners receive higher scores. Rounded, bent, or damaged corners lower the grade.
Condition of the card edges and borders
Clean, straight edges without chips, nicks, or rough cutting receive higher scores.
Overall surface condition including scratches, print quality, and gloss
Pristine surface without scratches, print dots, or other surface imperfections.
Use natural light or bright, even artificial lighting. Avoid dim conditions.
Position lighting to minimize reflections and glare on the card surface.
Make sure the card takes up most of the photo with minimal background.
Place the card on a flat surface to avoid shadows and distortion.
For the most accurate grading, use a smartphone camera or digital camera rather than a webcam. The higher resolution and better optics will capture card details more clearly, leading to more accurate assessments.
Take a clear photo of your Yu-Gi-Oh! card or upload from your device
Use our grading interface to assess condition, centering, corners, edges, and surface
Save your card to your collection and optionally list it on the marketplace