THE PLAYBOOK · SZHLJS
How to play Word Search
Bring your attention to one round of Word Search. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Use the example below to understand a decision. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
Keep the aim in sight
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. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
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. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Look at the feedback after the action.
A useful 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. Look for the relevant detail.
Watch out for this
Words cannot turn corners. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. 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.
Common questions
As a new player, what is the goal of Word Search?
For clarity: 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.
What example helps explain Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word.
Before I begin, 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?
Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
While reading the Guide, 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.