Can you strum anywhere on an electric guitar?

No, not all areas on the body of an electric guitar are ideal for strumming. The ideal strumming area for an electric guitar is near the bridge, where the strings attach to the body. The bridge section of the guitar allows for optimal sound production, clarity, and sustain.

Strumming too close to the neck can result in a muddy or muffled sound, while strumming at the higher harmonics above the bridge might provide odd tones or cause the strings to sound thin and weak.