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How to Play Klondike Solitaire

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Find your footing in Klondike Solitaire

Keep the active rule in mind. Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Look at the complete hand before deciding. 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.

A small practice goal

Begin with the objective. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Use another round to revisit a decision.

The purpose of your moves

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule.

The steps to play

  1. Build down in alternating colours; kings fill empty columns. Valid ordered runs move together.
  2. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
  3. Move exposed cards onto suit foundations in the stated rank order.
  4. Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.

How to use the controls

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Check the relevant controls before continuing. For a calm first round, focus on one decision.

Work through an example

A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Watch out for this

Use the rule sheet as a reference. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Helpful answers for players

What is the aim?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. A clear plan starts with the current position. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

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. Take a moment to read the table. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Which format is available?

One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering. Work at your own pace. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

What should I check before a move?

Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Can you give an example?

A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Use another round to revisit a decision.

What completes a round?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Use another round to revisit a decision.

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. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. 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. A clear plan starts with the current position. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Does play involve an account or cash?

No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Take a moment to read the table. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

What completes a round?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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