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Canfield Solitaire

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Canfield Solitaire: instructions and practice

Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. 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. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Build tableau runs down in alternating colours, wrapping ace to king. Reserve cards refill empty columns automatically. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering.

Try a more deliberate round

Keep the active rule in mind. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Use another round to revisit a decision.

What you need to achieve

Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Before making a move, check the cards in view.

From the start of a round

  1. Build tableau runs down in alternating colours, wrapping ace to king. Reserve cards refill empty columns automatically.
  2. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
  3. Move exposed cards onto suit foundations in the stated rank order.
  4. Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.

The controls to know

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. Begin with the objective.

See how the rules apply

With base rank 5, a foundation runs 5 through king, then ace through 4. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Check this before moving on

Begin with the objective. 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.

Questions about this game

What is the aim?

Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

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. Look at the complete hand before deciding. 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. 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. Work at your own pace. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Can you give an example?

With base rank 5, a foundation runs 5 through king, then ace through 4. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What completes a round?

Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Take a moment to read the table. 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. Work at your own pace. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Which version is played here?

Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering. A clear plan starts with the current position. 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. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What completes a round?

Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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