How to Play Word Search

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How to play Word Search

Try Word Search at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Begin with the solo mode shown on the page. Look at what changes after your first action.

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

Build a steady rhythm

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. Keep the objective visible.

Your goal

Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Notice how the game responds to your input.

Step by step

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

Controls

Tap or click endpoints. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.

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. Choose a deliberate next step.

Watch out for this

Words cannot turn corners. Check the rule before repeating the action. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.

Common questions

While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Word Search?

For clarity: Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid.

While reading the Guide, how do I control Word Search?

Here is the relevant explanation: Tap or click endpoints.

For my first round, what example helps explain Word Search?

Here is the relevant explanation: Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word.

For my first round, what should I watch out for in Word Search?

For clarity: Words cannot turn corners.

While learning, what format does Word Search offer?

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

For this browser game, 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.