Guitar playing is the act of using a guitar to create music. It involves pressing down on the strings with fingers while strumming or picking them with a pick or fingers. There are various styles of playing, including acoustic and electric, each producing different sounds. To learn guitar, one typically starts with basic chords and scales. Practicing regularly helps improve skills like finger dexterity and rhythm. Many players enjoy playing songs, either solo or in a group, and can explore different genres such as rock, blues, or jazz.