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How to Play Golf Solitaire

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Read before your next round of Golf Solitaire

Use the rule sheet as a reference. Remove all 35 tableau cards. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Take an exposed bottom card one rank above or below the waste top, allowing ace–king wrapping. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Seven columns of five, one stock pass. Free solo play, no wagering.

An idea for your next attempt

For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Tap exposed cards that satisfy the removal rule shown above. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Aim for this result

Remove all 35 tableau cards. Take the next action only when the current step is clear. Look at the complete hand before deciding.

From the start of a round

  1. Take an exposed bottom card one rank above or below the waste top, allowing ace–king wrapping.
  2. Tap exposed cards that satisfy the removal rule shown above.
  3. Draw when useful.
  4. Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.

Choosing and moving on screen

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. Before making a move, check the cards in view.

Work through an example

Waste queen accepts jack or king. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Keep this in mind

For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Read these answers for extra help

What is the aim?

Remove all 35 tableau cards. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Which format is available?

Seven columns of five, one stock pass. Free solo play, no wagering. Use the rule sheet as a reference. 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. A clear plan starts with the current position. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Can you give an example?

Waste queen accepts jack or king. Look at the complete hand before deciding. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

What completes a round?

Remove all 35 tableau cards. A clear plan starts with the current position. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

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. Begin with the objective. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Which version is played here?

Seven columns of five, one stock pass. Free solo play, no wagering. Take a moment to read the table. 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?

Remove all 35 tableau cards. Keep the active rule in mind. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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