THE PLAYBOOK · TCJSJT
How to play Word Search
Start Word Search by looking at the playing area and its controls. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Check the rule that explains your first action. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
Review a difficult moment
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Start with a deliberate move.
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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use one clear input at a time.
A useful example
Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Choose a deliberate next step.
Watch out for this
Words cannot turn corners. Compare the situation with the worked example. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Common questions
For this browser game, what is the goal of Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid.
On this playing page, how do I control Word Search?
For clarity: Tap or click endpoints.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word.
While reading the Guide, 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.
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.