THE PLAYBOOK · XINGYUANKC
A practical guide to Crossword
Open Crossword, check the instructions and begin a round. Fill every open square so the intersecting Across and Down answers match their clues. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Solve 24 connected 15×15 layouts with 11–20 entries each. Use the original English clues and scroll the board on narrow screens; completed layouts may appear again.
Take a closer look while playing
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Refer to the controls when needed.
What the game asks you to do
Fill every open square so the intersecting Across and Down answers match their clues. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
Step by step
- Choose a numbered Across or Down clue to highlight its answer.
- Select a square and type a letter, or use the on-screen alphabet.
- Shared letters belong to both crossing answers. Selecting a shared square twice changes direction.
- Use Check entries to review entered letters. Reveal selected supplies one letter and counts as help.
- Complete every open square to solve the puzzle. Dark squares are not filled.
Getting comfortable with the controls
Select a clue or square. Use your physical keyboard or the on-screen letters, Erase, Check entries and Reveal selected. Scroll within the board on a narrow screen. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
Learn from a sample situation
For the clue “A chart showing days, weeks and months”, the answer is CALENDAR. It occupies 8 squares, and each crossing uses the same letter. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Choose a deliberate next step.
Pay attention to this rule
Do not fill dark squares. A letter that fits one answer must also fit the crossing clue. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Helpful answers for players
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Crossword?
Here is the relevant explanation: Fill every open square so the intersecting Across and Down answers match their clues.
For my first round, how do I control Crossword?
Here is the relevant explanation: Select a clue or square. Use your physical keyboard or the on-screen letters, Erase, Check entries and Reveal selected. Scroll within the board on a narrow screen.
For my first round, what example helps explain Crossword?
Keep this in mind: For the clue “An insect with two pairs of broad colourful wings”, the answer is BUTTERFLY. It occupies 9 squares, and each crossing uses the same letter.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Crossword?
Here is the relevant explanation: Do not fill dark squares. A letter that fits one answer must also fit the crossing clue.
Before I begin, what format does Crossword offer?
Keep this in mind: Solve 24 connected 15×15 layouts with 11–20 entries each. Use the original English clues and scroll the board on narrow screens; completed layouts may appear again.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Crossword use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
