THE PLAYBOOK · RHEFM
How to play Word Search
Try Word Search at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Read the objective before making your first input. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
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. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. The example below illustrates a decision.
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. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
A useful example
Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Look for the relevant detail.
Watch out for this
Words cannot turn corners. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Common questions
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Word Search?
For clarity: 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.
What example helps explain Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: Words cannot turn corners.
What format does Word Search offer?
Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
For this browser game, which play mode does Word Search use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.