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How to play Klondike Solitaire
Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. 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. Take a moment to read the table. Build down in alternating colours; kings fill empty columns. Valid ordered runs move together. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering.
Something to practise
Begin with the objective. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Your objective
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Look at the complete hand before deciding.
Work through the instructions
- 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.
Keyboard and screen controls
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Use another round to revisit a decision. Look at the complete hand before deciding.
Put the rules into context
A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Watch out for this
Work at your own pace. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Read these answers for extra help
What is the aim?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Keep the active rule in mind. 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. Begin with the objective. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Which format is available?
One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering. Take a moment to read the table. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
What should I check before a move?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Use the rule sheet as a reference. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Can you give an example?
A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. Keep the active rule in mind. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
What completes a round?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Look at the complete hand before deciding. 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. Begin with the objective. 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. 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. Work at your own pace. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
What completes a round?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.