THE PLAYBOOK · TCJSJT
How to play Word Ladder
Take a moment with Word Ladder before moving to another game. Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words. Look at what changes after your first action. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Follow five selected word routes. Every step must use a word from the included supporting list; the list does not contain every English word.
Make the controls familiar
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. The example below illustrates a decision.
Step by step
- Enter a same-length word differing at one position.
- Use only the included vocabulary.
- Do not reuse a word.
- Undo or Show one route helps.
Controls
Type a word and press Enter or Submit word. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Use one clear input at a time.
A useful example
COLD → CORD → CARD → WARD → WARM. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Verify the rule before continuing.
Watch out for this
No insertion, deletion or letter rearrangement. Compare the situation with the worked example. 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 Word Ladder?
Keep this in mind: Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words.
While learning, how do I control Word Ladder?
The key detail is this: Type a word and press Enter or Submit word.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Word Ladder?
Here is the relevant explanation: COLD → CORD → CARD → WARD → WARM.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Word Ladder?
The key detail is this: No insertion, deletion or letter rearrangement.
For my first round, what format does Word Ladder offer?
Keep this in mind: Follow five selected word routes. Every step must use a word from the included supporting list; the list does not contain every English word.
Before I begin, which play mode does Word Ladder use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.