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Rules, controls and help for 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. Use another round to revisit a decision. Begin with the objective. Build down in alternating colours; kings fill empty columns. Valid ordered runs move together. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering.
Build familiarity through play
Keep the active rule in mind. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
The goal to keep in mind
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. A clear plan starts with the current position.
Step by step
- 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. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Look at the complete hand before deciding.
A closer look at one example
A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Avoid this misunderstanding
A clear plan starts with the current position. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Questions about this game
What is the aim?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Use the rule sheet as a reference. 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. A clear plan starts with the current position. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Which format is available?
One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Use another round to revisit a decision.
What should I check before a move?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. A clear plan starts with the current position. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Can you give an example?
A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
What completes a round?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Take a moment to read the table. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
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. Work at your own pace. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Which version is played here?
One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering. Keep the active rule in mind. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Does play involve an account or cash?
No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Keep the active rule in mind. Use another round to revisit a decision.
What completes a round?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.