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How to Play Spider Solitaire

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Your guide to Spider Solitaire

Use the rule sheet as a reference. Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. A clear plan starts with the current position. 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.

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.

The goal to keep in mind

Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Keep the active rule in mind.

Follow these playing steps

  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. Take the next action only when the current step is clear. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule.

An example before you play

A mixed-suit descending stack cannot move as one group. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

An important reminder

Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Helpful answers for players

What is the aim?

Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. Take a moment to read the table. 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. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Which format is available?

Two decks, one/two/four suits; fill every column before a ten-card stock deal. Free solo play, no wagering. Before making a move, check the cards in view. 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. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Can you give an example?

A mixed-suit descending stack cannot move as one group. Take a moment to read the table. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What completes a round?

Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. Begin with the objective. 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. Take a moment to read the table. 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. Take a moment to read the table. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

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. Use another round to revisit a decision.

What completes a round?

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

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