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How to Play Klondike Solitaire

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Klondike Solitaire: what to know before playing

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. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Build down in alternating colours; kings fill empty columns. Valid ordered runs move together. Use another round to revisit a decision.

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

Bring this focus to a round

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 the game asks you to do

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

The order of 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.

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. Begin with the objective.

A useful example

A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Where a round can go wrong

A clear plan starts with the current position. 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.

A few questions answered

What is the aim?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Begin with the objective. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

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. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

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. Before making a move, check the cards in view. 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. Keep the active rule in mind. Use another round to revisit a decision.

What completes a round?

Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Begin with the objective. 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. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Which version is played here?

One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. 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. 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. Work at your own pace. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

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