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Klondike Solitaire: what to know before playing

For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Use another round to revisit a decision. Begin with the objective. Build down in alternating colours; kings fill empty columns. Valid ordered runs move together. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

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

Give this approach a try

Keep the active rule in mind. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

The purpose of your moves

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Use another round to revisit a decision. Work at your own pace.

Work through the instructions

  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.

Making selections and moves

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Take a moment to read the table.

See the idea in action

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

A common point of confusion

Take a moment to read the table. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

More answers before you play

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. Before making a move, check the cards in view. 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. A clear plan starts with the current position. 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. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Can you give an example?

A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What completes a round?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Work at your own pace. 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. Work at your own pace. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

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. 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. Work at your own pace. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

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