How to Play Tangram

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How to play Tangram

Take a moment with Tangram before moving to another game. Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Begin with the solo mode shown on the page. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.

Arrange seven pieces into the square target. Rotate or flip a piece to fit; this game currently offers one target shape.

Build a steady rhythm

Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round. Refer to the controls when needed.

Your goal

Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.

Step by step

1. Drag a selected piece.
2. Rotate in 45-degree steps or flip it.
3. Use snapping for precise alignment.
4. Check the layout or use one-piece assistance.

Controls

Mouse/touch dragging and rotate/flip buttons. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.

A useful example

The parallelogram may need flipping rather than rotation. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the game’s format in mind.

Watch out for this

Overlaps do not count as filling the target. Check the rule before repeating the action. 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