THE PLAYBOOK · MU6006
Word Search: learn through an example
Choose a round of Word Search and settle into its rules. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
Practice beyond the first move
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. Make the next step deliberately.
Understand the aim
Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Take a moment to understand the current position.
How a round unfolds
- 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.
Input guidance
Tap or click endpoints. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Use one clear input at a time.
Work through an 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. Take a moment to compare.
Check this before moving on
Words cannot turn corners. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Questions that come up during play
As a new player, what is the goal of Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid.
How do I control Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: Tap or click endpoints.
While learning, what example helps explain Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Word Search?
For clarity: Words cannot turn corners.
For this browser game, what format does Word Search offer?
Keep this in mind: 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.