THE PLAYBOOK · NMGDASHUJU
Know the goal in Crossword
Take a moment with Crossword before moving to another game. Fill every open square so the intersecting Across and Down answers match their clues. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
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.
Practice beyond the first move
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Refer to the controls when needed.
The goal to keep in mind
Fill every open square so the intersecting Across and Down answers match their clues. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Start with a deliberate move.
The steps to play
- 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.
Making selections and moves
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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use one clear input at a time.
Try this 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. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Read the matching step again.
Watch out for this
Do not fill dark squares. A letter that fits one answer must also fit the crossing clue. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Answers about the rules and controls
What is the goal of Crossword?
Here is the relevant explanation: Fill every open square so the intersecting Across and Down answers match their clues.
For a quick reminder, how do I control Crossword?
The key detail is this: 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.
For my first round, what example helps explain Crossword?
The key detail is this: For the clue “An insect with two pairs of broad colourful wings”, the answer is BUTTERFLY. It occupies 9 squares, and each crossing uses the same letter.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Crossword?
For clarity: Do not fill dark squares. A letter that fits one answer must also fit the crossing clue.
While learning, what format does Crossword offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: 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.
For my first round, which play mode does Crossword 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.