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How to play Crossword
Start Crossword by looking at the playing area and its controls. Fill every open square so the intersecting Across and Down answers match their clues. Use the example below to understand a decision. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
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.
A careful first round
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your goal
Fill every open square so the intersecting Across and Down answers match their clues. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
Step by step
- Choose a numbered Across or Down clue to highlight its answer.
- Select a square and type a letter, or use the on-screen alphabet.
- Shared letters belong to both crossing answers. Selecting a shared square twice changes direction.
- Use Check entries to review entered letters. Reveal selected supplies one letter and counts as help.
- Complete every open square to solve the puzzle. Dark squares are not filled.
Controls
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. Use the control method described here for this activity. A new-round button replaces the current round.
A useful example
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. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Verify the rule before continuing.
Watch out for this
Do not fill dark squares. A letter that fits one answer must also fit the crossing clue. Check the rule before repeating the action. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Common questions
When I return, what is the goal of Crossword?
Keep this in mind: Fill every open square so the intersecting Across and Down answers match their clues.
On this playing page, how do I control Crossword?
Keep this in mind: 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.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Crossword?
Keep this in mind: For “The planet on which we live” with five squares, enter EARTH. Any crossing answer must use the same letter at the shared square.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Crossword?
The key detail is this: Do not fill dark squares. A letter that fits one answer must also fit the crossing clue.
On this playing page, 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.
As a new player, which play mode does Crossword use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
