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How to Play FreeCell

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FreeCell: learn through an example

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. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Build down in alternating colours; four cells each hold one card. Empty columns accept any legal group. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

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

Bring this focus to a round

Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

What you are aiming for

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

Step by step

  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. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule.

See the idea in action

With two empty cells and no spare empty column, a group of at most three cards can move together. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Notice this detail

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. A clear plan starts with the current position. 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. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Which format is available?

One face-up deck. Transfer capacity counts available cells and spare empty columns. Free solo play, no wagering. Keep the active rule in mind. 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. Look at the complete hand before deciding. 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. Take a moment to read the table. 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. 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. 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. 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. Take a moment to read the table. 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.

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