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How to Play Word Search

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Follow the steps for Word Search

Try Word Search at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Look at what changes after your first action.

Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.

Build familiarity through play

Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Refer to the controls when needed.

Your objective

Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Try to explain the aim in your own words.

A walkthrough of the rules

  1. Select the first and last letter of a straight word.
  2. Words can run horizontally, vertically or diagonally, in either direction.
  3. Find all eight targets.
  4. New puzzle shuffles again.

Making selections and moves

Tap or click endpoints. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.

One way to understand the rules

Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the controls nearby.

Pay attention to this rule

Words cannot turn corners. Check the rule before repeating the action. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.

Helpful answers for players

As a new player, what is the goal of Word Search?

Here is the relevant explanation: Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid.

While reading the Guide, how do I control Word Search?

Here is the relevant explanation: Tap or click endpoints.

For my first round, what example helps explain Word Search?

Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word.

On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Word Search?

Words cannot turn corners.

While reading the Guide, what format does Word Search offer?

For clarity: Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.

For my first round, which play mode does Word Search use?

For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

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