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How to Play FreeCell

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The FreeCell playbook

Use the rule sheet as a reference. 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. Keep the active rule in mind. Build down in alternating colours; four cells each hold one card. Empty columns accept any legal group. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

One face-up deck. Transfer capacity counts available cells and spare empty columns. Free solo play, no wagering.

A small practice goal

Use the rule sheet as a reference. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

What counts as success

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Use another round to revisit a decision. A clear plan starts with the current position.

Follow these playing steps

  1. Build down in alternating colours; four cells each hold one card. Empty columns accept any legal group.
  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.

Input guidance

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. Use the rule sheet as a reference.

Learn from a sample situation

With two empty cells and no spare empty column, a group of at most three cards can move together. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

A mistake to avoid

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

Clarifying the way this game works

What is the aim?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Use another round to revisit a decision.

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. Work at your own pace. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Which format is available?

One face-up deck. Transfer capacity counts available cells and spare empty columns. Free solo play, no wagering. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Can you give an example?

With two empty cells and no spare empty column, a group of at most three cards can move together. Keep the active rule in mind. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

What completes a round?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. 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. A clear plan starts with the current position. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Which version is played here?

One face-up deck. Transfer capacity counts available cells and spare empty columns. Free solo play, no wagering. Keep the active rule in mind. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Does play involve an account or cash?

No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What completes a round?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Take a moment to read the table. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

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