THE PLAYBOOK · FQ12349
Play Word Search with the rules at hand
Take a moment with Word Search before moving to another game. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
One thing to notice as you play
Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow. Make the next step deliberately.
Your objective
Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Check the rules when you are unsure.
The steps to play
- 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.
Keyboard and screen controls
Tap or click endpoints. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
Work through an example
Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Read the matching step again.
Where a round can go wrong
Words cannot turn corners. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Helpful answers for players
While learning, what is the goal of Word Search?
Keep this in mind: Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid.
While learning, how do I control Word Search?
The key detail is this: Tap or click endpoints.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Word Search?
The key detail is this: Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Word Search?
Keep this in mind: Words cannot turn corners.
Before I begin, what format does Word Search offer?
For clarity: Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
On this playing page, which play mode does Word Search use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.