THE PLAYBOOK · GG-SCMS
Making your first moves in Word Search
Make Word Search your next activity in the game library. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Read the objective before making your first input. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
Bring this focus to a round
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Keep the objective visible.
What counts as success
Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
Work through the instructions
- 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.
Making selections and moves
Tap or click endpoints. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. 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. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Look for the relevant detail.
Check this before moving on
Words cannot turn corners. Check the rule before repeating the action. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
More answers before you play
Before I begin, what is the goal of Word Search?
Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid.
On this playing page, how do I control Word Search?
Keep this in mind: Tap or click endpoints.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Word Search?
Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Word Search?
For clarity: Words cannot turn corners.
What format does Word Search offer?
The key detail is this: Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
For a quick reminder, 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.