Game guide · GCROWNSPA
Rules, controls and help for Word Search
Choose a round of Word Search and settle into its rules. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Look at what changes after your first action. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Look at what changes after your first action.
Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
Build familiarity through play
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your goal
Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. The example below illustrates a decision.
Follow these playing steps
- 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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Check any mode label before starting.
A closer look at one example
Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Keep the controls nearby.
A common point of confusion
Words cannot turn corners. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Common questions
What is the goal of Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Word Search?
Keep this in mind: Tap or click endpoints.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Word Search?
Keep this in mind: Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Word Search?
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.
When I return, 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.
Before I begin, where should I start with Word Search?
Select the first and last letter of a straight word.
While reading the Guide, do I need an account or a payment for Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
On this playing page, how can I find Word Search again?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
On this playing page, how do I report an issue with Word Search?
Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.
