How to Play Word Search

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How to play Word Search

Open Word Search, check the instructions and begin a round. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Use the example below to understand a decision. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Look at what changes after your first action.

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

A useful comparison

Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Refer to the controls when needed.

Your goal

Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Notice how the game responds to your input.

Step by step

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.

Controls

Tap or click endpoints. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Check any mode label before starting.

A useful 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. Read the matching step again.

Watch out for this

Words cannot turn corners. Check the rule before repeating the action. 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.

Common questions