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Tangram: a guide for your next round
Try Tangram at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Look at what changes after your first action. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Look at what changes after your first action.
Arrange seven pieces into the square target. Rotate or flip a piece to fit; this game currently offers one target shape.
Try a more deliberate round
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Use the example to check your reasoning.
What counts as success
Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
Follow these playing steps
- Drag a selected piece.
- Rotate in 45-degree steps or flip it.
- Use snapping for precise alignment.
- Check the layout or use one-piece assistance.
Input guidance
Mouse/touch dragging and rotate/flip buttons. Use the control method described here for this activity. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
Put the rules into context
The parallelogram may need flipping rather than rotation. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Verify the rule before continuing.
Watch out for this
Overlaps do not count as filling the target. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Helpful answers for players
When I return, what is the goal of Tangram?
For clarity: Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap.
As a new player, how do I control Tangram?
For clarity: Mouse/touch dragging and rotate/flip buttons.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Tangram?
The parallelogram may need flipping rather than rotation.
For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Tangram?
Keep this in mind: Overlaps do not count as filling the target.
When I return, what format does Tangram offer?
Keep this in mind: Arrange seven pieces into the square target. Rotate or flip a piece to fit; this game currently offers one target shape.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Tangram use?
The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
When I return, where should I start with Tangram?
For clarity: Drag a selected piece.
Before I begin, do I need an account or a payment for Tangram?
Here is the relevant explanation: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
As a new player, how can I find Tangram again?
The key detail is this: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
On this playing page, how do I report an issue with Tangram?
For clarity: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.