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Word Search: rules and examples
Try Word Search at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
Something to practise
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Notice the feedback after each input.
The purpose of your moves
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.
Work through the instructions
- 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.
Controls
Tap or click endpoints. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Look at the feedback after the action.
Work through an example
Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Notice the change in the playing area.
Notice this detail
Words cannot turn corners. 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.
Common questions
What is the goal of Word Search?
Keep this in mind: Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid.
When I return, how do I control Word Search?
For clarity: Tap or click endpoints.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Word Search?
The key detail is this: Words cannot turn corners.
While reading the Guide, what format does Word Search offer?
The key detail is this: Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
As a new player, which play mode does Word Search use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.