THE PLAYBOOK · HONGYIWEN
How to play Word Search
Make Word Search your next activity in the game library. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
Read before acting
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Make the next step deliberately.
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.
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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
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. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. 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.
Common questions
What is the goal of Word Search?
The key detail is this: Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid.
How do I control Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Word Search?
Keep this in mind: Words cannot turn corners.
When I return, what format does Word Search offer?
Keep this in mind: Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
On this playing page, which play mode does Word Search use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
