how to strategize?

i really dont know how to play chess T-T
i understand the basic moves but cant really think of strategies on the spot
can somebody suggest some ways to like gain focus..

Read

Winning Chess Strategies--Silman. I think this could be the first strategy book. It presents basic strategies very clearly.

@Testudine2002 what are your thoughts on John Nunn's book?

@MrAngladesBoard said in #4:
> @Testudine2002 what are your thoughts on John Nunn's book?

I never used this book, but I heard amazing things.

@KEA7019_NASHWA

If you know how basic moves work, then try fundamental, intermediate, advanced here: lichess.org/learn#/

Lichess practice

"... While Chernev’s Logical Chess is probably not right as a first chess book, it is accessible to anyone with a basic understanding of chess rules, notation, and at least a few games’ experience. Nunn’s Understanding Chess requires more sophistication. ... While Chernev’s book still offers something for anyone rated under, say, Elo 1800, it is most beneficial for those just above novice up to 1400, approximately. In contrast, most players under 1400, unless they are especially ambitious, will probably find the Nunn book rather daunting. ..."
web.archive.org/web/20140708092945/http://www.chesscafe.com/text/review269.pdf

"... Winning Chess Tactics and Winning Chess Strategies ... Readers will not come away from reading these books and realize an immediate 400-point jump in their rating. However, this accessible and entertaining series of books is an easy way for beginning players to broaden the foundation of their chess knowledge."
web.archive.org/web/20140708090229/https://www.chesscafe.com/text/review492.pdf