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RULES & PRACTICE

How to Play Word Search

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Game guide · ARTSTAREDU

Follow the steps for Word Search

Make Word Search your next activity in the game library. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Look at what changes after your first action.

Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.

Take a closer look while playing

After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Refer to the controls when needed.

The purpose of your moves

Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. The example below illustrates a decision.

Follow these playing steps

  1. Select the first and last letter of a straight word.
  2. Words can run horizontally, vertically or diagonally, in either direction.
  3. Find all eight targets.
  4. New puzzle shuffles again.

How to interact with the game

Tap or click endpoints. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Use one clear input at a time.

A closer look at one example

Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Keep the game’s format in mind.

An important reminder

Words cannot turn corners. 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.

Questions that come up during play

For my first round, what is the goal of Word Search?

Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid.

For my first round, how do I control Word Search?

The key detail is this: 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?

Words cannot turn corners.

For a quick reminder, what format does Word Search offer?

Here is the relevant explanation: Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.

When I return, which play mode does Word Search use?

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

Where should I start with Word Search?

For clarity: Select the first and last letter of a straight word.

When I return, do I need an account or a payment for Word Search?

Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

While learning, how can I find Word Search again?

Here is the relevant explanation: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.

Before I begin, how do I report an issue with Word Search?

The key detail is this: 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.

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