THE PLAYBOOK · LOCTITECN
A practical guide to Crossword
Open Crossword, check the instructions and begin a round. Fill every open square so the intersecting Across and Down answers match their clues. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Solve 24 connected 15×15 layouts with 11–20 entries each. Use the original English clues and scroll the board on narrow screens; completed layouts may appear again.
A small practice goal
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
Fill every open square so the intersecting Across and Down answers match their clues. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Check the rules when you are unsure.
Follow these playing steps
- Choose a numbered Across or Down clue to highlight its answer.
- Select a square and type a letter, or use the on-screen alphabet.
- Shared letters belong to both crossing answers. Selecting a shared square twice changes direction.
- Use Check entries to review entered letters. Reveal selected supplies one letter and counts as help.
- Complete every open square to solve the puzzle. Dark squares are not filled.
How your actions work
Select a clue or square. Use your physical keyboard or the on-screen letters, Erase, Check entries and Reveal selected. Scroll within the board on a narrow screen. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
Follow the example
For “The planet on which we live” with five squares, enter EARTH. Any crossing answer must use the same letter at the shared square. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Take a moment to compare.
One detail worth checking
Do not fill dark squares. A letter that fits one answer must also fit the crossing clue. Check the rule before repeating the action. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
More answers before you play
When I return, what is the goal of Crossword?
For clarity: Fill every open square so the intersecting Across and Down answers match their clues.
For my first round, how do I control Crossword?
Select a clue or square. Use your physical keyboard or the on-screen letters, Erase, Check entries and Reveal selected. Scroll within the board on a narrow screen.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Crossword?
The key detail is this: For the clue “A shape with three sides”, the answer is TRIANGLE. It occupies 8 squares, and each crossing uses the same letter.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Crossword?
Here is the relevant explanation: Do not fill dark squares. A letter that fits one answer must also fit the crossing clue.
As a new player, what format does Crossword offer?
For clarity: Solve 24 connected 15×15 layouts with 11–20 entries each. Use the original English clues and scroll the board on narrow screens; completed layouts may appear again.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Crossword use?
The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.