THE PLAYBOOK · ACSIWANG
How to play 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. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
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.
Notice the feedback
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Fill every open square so the intersecting Across and Down answers match their clues. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Keep the controls in easy reach.
Step by step
- 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.
Controls
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. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
A useful example
For the clue “A chart showing days, weeks and months”, the answer is CALENDAR. It occupies 8 squares, and each crossing uses the same letter. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Consider the next action carefully.
Watch out for this
Do not fill dark squares. A letter that fits one answer must also fit the crossing clue. Check the rule before repeating the action. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Common questions
For my first round, what is the goal of Crossword?
For clarity: 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 this browser game, what example helps explain Crossword?
For the clue “A book of blank or lined pages for writing”, the answer is NOTEBOOK. It occupies 8 squares, and each crossing uses the same letter.
When I return, 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.
What format does Crossword offer?
Keep this in mind: 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 a quick reminder, 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.