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RULES & PRACTICE

How to Play Crossword

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Understand the basics of Crossword

Read the aim of Crossword, then make your first move. Fill every open square so the intersecting Across and Down answers match their clues. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.

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.

Practice with a purpose

Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Refer to the controls when needed.

The goal to keep in mind

Fill every open square so the intersecting Across and Down answers match their clues. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Take a moment to understand the current position.

Follow these playing steps

  1. Choose a numbered Across or Down clue to highlight its answer.
  2. Select a square and type a letter, or use the on-screen alphabet.
  3. Shared letters belong to both crossing answers. Selecting a shared square twice changes direction.
  4. Use Check entries to review entered letters. Reveal selected supplies one letter and counts as help.
  5. Complete every open square to solve the puzzle. Dark squares are not filled.

Using the playing area

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. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Check any mode label before starting.

One way to understand the rules

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. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Keep the game’s format in mind.

Avoid this misunderstanding

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. Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round.

Game-specific help

While learning, what is the goal of Crossword?

Fill every open square so the intersecting Across and Down answers match their clues.

As a new player, how do I control Crossword?

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.

While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Crossword?

Keep this in mind: For the clue “A shape with three sides”, the answer is TRIANGLE. It occupies 8 squares, and each crossing uses the same letter.

For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Crossword?

Keep this in mind: Do not fill dark squares. A letter that fits one answer must also fit the crossing clue.

What format does Crossword offer?

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?

For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

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