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Tangram: how a round works
Start Tangram by looking at the playing area and its controls. Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Use the example below to understand a decision. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Look at what changes after your first action.
Arrange seven pieces into the square target. Rotate or flip a piece to fit; this game currently offers one target shape.
Give this approach a try
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Notice the feedback after each input.
Aim for this result
Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
The order of play
- Drag a selected piece.
- Rotate in 45-degree steps or flip it.
- Use snapping for precise alignment.
- Check the layout or use one-piece assistance.
How to interact with the game
Mouse/touch dragging and rotate/flip buttons. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
Follow the example
The parallelogram may need flipping rather than rotation. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Consider the next action carefully.
Pay attention to this rule
Overlaps do not count as filling the target. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
If you are unsure
What is the goal of Tangram?
Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap.
On this playing page, how do I control Tangram?
Here is the relevant explanation: Mouse/touch dragging and rotate/flip buttons.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Tangram?
The parallelogram may need flipping rather than rotation.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Tangram?
The key detail is this: Overlaps do not count as filling the target.
While reading the Guide, what format does Tangram offer?
Keep this in mind: Arrange seven pieces into the square target. Rotate or flip a piece to fit; this game currently offers one target shape.
While learning, which play mode does Tangram use?
The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.