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5438GAMETHE EVERYDAY PLAY CLUB

RULES & PRACTICE

How to Play Word Search

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Read before your next round of Word Search

Choose a round of Word Search and settle into its rules. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Look at what changes after your first action. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.

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

An idea for your next attempt

Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Notice the feedback after each input.

The challenge in front of you

Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Take a moment to understand the current position.

The steps to play

  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.

Getting comfortable with the controls

Tap or click endpoints. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.

An example to follow

Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Consider the next action carefully.

Pay attention to this rule

Words cannot turn corners. Check the rule before repeating the action. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.

Further help with the game

When I return, what is the goal of Word Search?

The key detail is this: Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid.

How do I control Word Search?

Tap or click endpoints.

While learning, what example helps explain Word Search?

Keep this in mind: Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word.

While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Word Search?

Here is the relevant explanation: Words cannot turn corners.

Before I begin, what format does Word Search offer?

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

As a new player, 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.

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