THE PLAYBOOK · ZHOUSIMIAN
An introduction to playing Word Search
Try Word Search at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Use the example below to understand a decision. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
Try a more deliberate round
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your goal
Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.
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.
Choosing and moving on screen
Tap or click endpoints. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
Put the rules into context
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.
Keep this in mind
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.
Questions about this game
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Word Search?
For clarity: Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid.
When I return, how do I control Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: Tap or click endpoints.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Word Search?
Keep this in mind: Words cannot turn corners.
On this playing page, what format does Word Search offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Word Search use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
