How to Play Word Search

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How to play Word Search

Try Word Search at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Use the example below to understand a decision. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Use the example below to understand a decision.

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

Notice the feedback

Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Make the next step deliberately.

Your goal

Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Review the board or playing area as it changes.

Step by step

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.

Controls

Tap or click endpoints. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.

A useful example

Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Take a moment to compare.

Watch out for this

Words cannot turn corners. Compare the situation with the worked example. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.

Common questions