THE PLAYBOOK · XIAOANBA
How to play Word Search
Try Word Search at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Look at what changes after your first action. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
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. Keep that objective in view throughout 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.
Controls
Tap or click endpoints. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Check any mode label before starting.
A useful example
Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Read the matching step again.
Watch out for this
Words cannot turn corners. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Common questions
For my first round, what is the goal of Word Search?
For clarity: Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid.
As a new player, how do I control Word Search?
Keep this in mind: Tap or click endpoints.
When I return, what example helps explain Word Search?
Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Word Search?
For clarity: Words cannot turn corners.
For this browser game, what format does Word Search offer?
Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
As a new player, 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.