THE PLAYBOOK · HNZKBY
Know the goal in Word Search
Start Word Search by looking at the playing area and its controls. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Look at what changes after your first action. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Look at what changes after your first action.
Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
One thing to notice as you play
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. Refer to the controls when needed.
What you need to achieve
Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
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.
Keyboard and screen controls
Tap or click endpoints. Use the control method described here for this activity. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
A closer look at one example
Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Check the stated objective.
One detail worth checking
Words cannot turn corners. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules.
If you are unsure
Before I begin, what is the goal of Word Search?
The key detail is this: Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid.
While learning, how do I control Word Search?
Keep this in mind: Tap or click endpoints.
When I return, what example helps explain Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Word Search?
Words cannot turn corners.
While reading the Guide, what format does Word Search offer?
Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
For a quick reminder, 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.