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Rules, controls and help for Klondike Solitaire
Work at your own pace. Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Begin with the objective. Build down in alternating colours; kings fill empty columns. Valid ordered runs move together. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering.
Give this approach a try
Use the rule sheet as a reference. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
The challenge in front of you
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Begin with the objective.
The playing sequence
- Build down in alternating colours; kings fill empty columns. Valid ordered runs move together.
- Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
- Move exposed cards onto suit foundations in the stated rank order.
- Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.
Getting comfortable with the controls
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Use another round to revisit a decision. Begin with the objective.
An example before you play
A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Notice this detail
Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Questions about this game
What is the aim?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Work at your own pace. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
How do I use the controls?
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Which format is available?
One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering. Begin with the objective. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
What should I check before a move?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Can you give an example?
A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Use another round to revisit a decision.
What completes a round?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. A clear plan starts with the current position. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Which controls should I use?
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Keep the active rule in mind. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Which version is played here?
One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering. Use the rule sheet as a reference. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Does play involve an account or cash?
No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
What completes a round?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. A clear plan starts with the current position. Use another round to revisit a decision.
