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Each metal strip on your guitar neck is called a fret
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The first fret is the closest to headstock, and the number increases as you move towards
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the body of the guitar. Your index finger is often used for fretting, and your thumb provides support from the back
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of the neck. The idea is to press the string down against a fret while keeping your fingers close to
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the fret without being directly on top of it. Let's start by fretting a note on a string
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Play the open E string, and now, press down the first fret with your index finger
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Ensure you're pressing the string down firmly enough to produce a clear sound, but not as
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hard that it causes strain. Practice moving your index finger along the E string, fretting different notes
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As you get comfortable, try moving to different strings and frets. Remember, it's not about strength, but about precision to properly fret a note
