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Word Search: a guide for your next round
Take a moment with Word Search before moving to another game. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Begin with the solo mode shown on the page. Look at what changes after your first action.
Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
A focus for your next round
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Use the example to check your reasoning.
What you need to achieve
Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Start with a deliberate move.
From the start of a round
- Select the first and last letter of a straight word.
- Words can run horizontally, vertically or diagonally, in either direction.
- Find all eight targets.
- New puzzle shuffles again.
The controls to know
Tap or click endpoints. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Look at the feedback after the action.
See how the rules apply
Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Choose a deliberate next step.
A common point of confusion
Words cannot turn corners. Compare the situation with the worked example. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
More answers before you play
While learning, what is the goal of Word Search?
Keep this in mind: Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Word Search?
Keep this in mind: Tap or click endpoints.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Word Search?
For clarity: Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: Words cannot turn corners.
As a new player, what format does Word Search offer?
Keep this in mind: Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
For this browser game, 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.