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Word Search: a guide for your next round
Word Search gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Use the example below to understand a decision. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
Practice with a purpose
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Keep the objective visible.
What you are aiming for
Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
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.
Your inputs
Tap or click endpoints. Use the control method described here for this activity. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
Try this example
Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Check the stated objective.
A common point of confusion
Words cannot turn corners. Compare the situation with the worked example. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Questions that come up during play
For a quick reminder, 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?
Keep this in mind: Tap or click endpoints.
For my first round, what example helps explain Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Word Search?
The key detail is this: Words cannot turn corners.
For my first round, what format does Word Search offer?
For clarity: Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
When I return, which play mode does Word Search use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
