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FreeCell: instructions and practice
Look at the complete hand before deciding. Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Work at your own pace. Build down in alternating colours; four cells each hold one card. Empty columns accept any legal group. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
One face-up deck. Transfer capacity counts available cells and spare empty columns. Free solo play, no wagering.
Take a closer look while playing
Begin with the objective. 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
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Use the rule sheet as a reference.
Follow these playing steps
- Build down in alternating colours; four cells each hold one card. Empty columns accept any legal group.
- 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.
Keyboard and screen controls
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.
A useful example
With two empty cells and no spare empty column, a group of at most three cards can move together. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
One detail worth checking
For a calm first round, focus on one decision. 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.
More answers before you play
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. Keep the active rule in mind. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Which format is available?
One face-up deck. Transfer capacity counts available cells and spare empty columns. Free solo play, no wagering. Begin with the objective. 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. Begin with the objective. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Can you give an example?
With two empty cells and no spare empty column, a group of at most three cards can move together. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
What completes a round?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. A clear plan starts with the current position. Use another round to revisit a decision.
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. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Which version is played here?
One face-up deck. Transfer capacity counts available cells and spare empty columns. Free solo play, no wagering. Work at your own pace. 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. Begin with the objective. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
What completes a round?
Build four suit foundations from ace to king. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
