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How to Play Klondike Solitaire

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Learn your way around Klondike Solitaire

Look at the complete hand before deciding. 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. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Build down in alternating colours; kings fill empty columns. Valid ordered runs move together. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering.

Something to practise

Take a moment to read the table. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

What you need to achieve

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Keep the active rule in mind.

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.

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. For a calm first round, focus on one decision.

Work through an example

A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. Use another round to revisit a decision.

One detail worth checking

A clear plan starts with the current position. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

If you are unsure

What is the aim?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Work at your own pace. 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. Keep the active rule in mind. 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. Take a moment to read the table. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Can you give an example?

A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. A clear plan starts with the current position. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

What completes a round?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. 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. Work at your own pace. 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. Begin with the objective. Use another round to revisit a decision.

What completes a round?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Take a moment to read the table. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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