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Klondike Solitaire: how a round works
A clear plan starts with the current position. 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. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Build down in alternating colours; kings fill empty columns. Valid ordered runs move together. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
One deck; draw-one or draw-three stock; waste recycling. Free solo play, no wagering.
Build familiarity through play
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.
Your goal
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Take a moment to read the table.
Making your moves
- 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.
How to interact with the game
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.
Learn from a sample situation
A red 6 fits a black 7, not another red 7. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Watch out for this
Take a moment to read the table. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Read these answers for extra help
What is the aim?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Use the rule sheet as a reference. 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. A clear plan starts with the current position. 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. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
What should I check before a move?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Keep the active rule in mind. 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. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
What completes a round?
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.
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. 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. Take a moment to read the table. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
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. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
What completes a round?
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.