THE PLAYBOOK · SHENGJIQJ
A practical guide to Word Search
Start Word Search by looking at the playing area and its controls. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. 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.
An idea for your next attempt
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Notice how the game responds to your input.
From the start of a round
- 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. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
See how the rules apply
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.
A useful caution
Words cannot turn corners. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. 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
While learning, what is the goal of Word Search?
Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid.
While learning, how do I control Word Search?
Keep this in mind: Tap or click endpoints.
While learning, what example helps explain Word Search?
Keep this in mind: Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Word Search?
For clarity: Words cannot turn corners.
While reading the Guide, 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.
