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How to Play Klondike Solitaire

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Find your footing in Klondike Solitaire

Work at your own pace. Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Take a moment to read the table. 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.

A focus for your next round

For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Your objective

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.

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.

How to use 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. For a calm first round, focus on one decision.

Follow the example

A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

A useful caution

Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. 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.

Common questions

What is the aim?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

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. Keep the active rule in mind. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Which format is available?

One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering. Begin with the objective. 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. Work at your own pace. 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. Begin with the objective. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What completes a round?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Use another round to revisit a decision.

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. 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. Before making a move, check the cards in view. 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. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What completes a round?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. A clear plan starts with the current position. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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