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The essentials of playing Klondike Solitaire
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. Use another round to revisit a decision. 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.
An idea for your next attempt
A clear plan starts with the current position. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
What counts as success
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Check the relevant controls before continuing. A clear plan starts with the current position.
Work through the instructions
- Build down in alternating colours; kings fill empty columns. Valid ordered runs move together.
- Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
- Move exposed cards onto suit foundations in the stated rank order.
- Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.
Getting comfortable with the controls
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. Use the rule sheet as a reference.
See how the rules apply
A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Notice this detail
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.
Common questions
What is the aim?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. 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. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Use another round to revisit a decision.
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. 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. A clear plan starts with the current position. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Can you give an example?
A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. A clear plan starts with the current position. Use another round to revisit a decision.
What completes a round?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Before making a move, check the cards in view. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
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. Use the rule sheet as a reference. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Which version is played here?
One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering. Use the rule sheet as a reference. 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. Work at your own pace. 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. Check the relevant controls before continuing.