THE PLAYBOOK · CD12372
Learn the rules of Word Search
Start Word Search by looking at the playing area and its controls. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Look at what changes after your first action. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
Try a more deliberate round
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Use the example to check your reasoning.
What the game asks you to do
Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Take a moment to understand the current position.
Making your moves
- 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.
Choosing and moving on screen
Tap or click endpoints. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
Learn from a sample situation
Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Take a moment to compare.
Avoid this misunderstanding
Words cannot turn corners. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Helpful answers for players
For this browser game, what is the goal of Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid.
How do I control Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: Tap or click endpoints.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Word Search?
Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Word Search?
Words cannot turn corners.
On this playing page, what format does Word Search offer?
Keep this in mind: Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
When I return, 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.
