Game guide · WWJSMY
Learn your way around Word Search
Bring your attention to one round of Word Search. Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Look at what changes after your first action. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Look at what changes after your first action.
Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
Bring this focus to a round
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Use the example to check your reasoning.
The objective of a round
Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
Follow these playing steps
- 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.
Keyboard and screen controls
Tap or click endpoints. Use the control method described here for this activity. Look at the feedback after the action.
Follow the example
Selecting the endpoints in reverse order also finds the same word. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Keep the controls nearby.
Watch out for this
Words cannot turn corners. A different version of the game may use a different rule. 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.
Answers about the rules and controls
For this browser game, what is the goal of Word Search?
The key detail is this: Find every listed word in a 10×10 grid.
For a quick reminder, how do I control Word Search?
For clarity: Tap or click endpoints.
For this browser game, 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?
Keep this in mind: Words cannot turn corners.
When I return, what format does Word Search offer?
For clarity: Each board contains eight target words from the included English word list.
When I return, which play mode does Word Search use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
When I return, where should I start with Word Search?
The key detail is this: Select the first and last letter of a straight word.
When I return, do I need an account or a payment for Word Search?
Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
For my first round, how can I find Word Search again?
The key detail is this: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
On this playing page, how do I report an issue with Word Search?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.
