Game guide · XJBILLIARDS
Learn your way around Canfield Solitaire
Take a moment to read the table. Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Check the relevant controls before continuing. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Build tableau runs down in alternating colours, wrapping ace to king. Reserve cards refill empty columns automatically. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering.
Take a closer look while playing
Look at the complete hand before deciding. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Your goal
Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Work at your own pace.
Making your moves
- Build tableau runs down in alternating colours, wrapping ace to king. Reserve cards refill empty columns automatically.
- 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.
Choosing and moving on screen
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. Take a moment to read the table.
Put the rules into context
With base rank 5, a foundation runs 5 through king, then ace through 4. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Notice this detail
Work at your own pace. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
A few questions answered
What is the aim?
Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Before making a move, check the cards in view. 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. Work at your own pace. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Which format is available?
Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
What should I check before a move?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Can you give an example?
With base rank 5, a foundation runs 5 through king, then ace through 4. Work at your own pace. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
What completes a round?
Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Before making a move, check the cards in view. 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. Work at your own pace. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Which version is played here?
Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
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. Use another round to revisit a decision.
What completes a round?
Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
