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How to Play Spider Solitaire

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Understand the basics of Spider Solitaire

Before making a move, check the cards in view. Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Build down by rank. Only descending same-suit groups move together. Empty columns accept any movable group. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Two decks, one/two/four suits; fill every column before a ten-card stock deal. Free solo play, no wagering.

A focus for your next round

For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Your goal

Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Before making a move, check the cards in view.

Making your moves

  1. Build down by rank. Only descending same-suit groups move together. Empty columns accept any movable group.
  2. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
  3. Complete same-suit king-to-ace runs to clear them from the tableau.
  4. Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.

How your actions work

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. A clear plan starts with the current position.

See the idea in action

A mixed-suit descending stack cannot move as one group. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Watch out for this

Work at your own pace. 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.

Helpful answers for players

What is the aim?

Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. A clear plan starts with the current position. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Which format is available?

Two decks, one/two/four suits; fill every column before a ten-card stock deal. Free solo play, no wagering. Look at the complete hand before deciding. 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. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Can you give an example?

A mixed-suit descending stack cannot move as one group. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

What completes a round?

Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. 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. Begin with the objective. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Which version is played here?

Two decks, one/two/four suits; fill every column before a ten-card stock deal. Free solo play, no wagering. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. 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. Before making a move, check the cards in view. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

What completes a round?

Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. Use the rule sheet as a reference. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

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