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How to play Word Search
Word Search gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. 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.
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. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
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. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
A useful 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. Consider the next action carefully.
Watch out for this
Words cannot turn corners. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Common questions
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.
As a new player, how do I control Word Search?
The key detail is this: Tap or click endpoints.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Word Search?
For clarity: Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Word Search?
The key detail is this: Words cannot turn corners.
As a new player, what format does Word Search offer?
The key detail is this: 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.