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Carrom: instructions and practice
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Carrom. Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Begin with the local two players mode shown on the page. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Play a casual Carrom match using the house rules shown here. Tournament penalties and multi-board match scoring are not used.
Take a closer look while playing
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Make the next step deliberately.
Understand the aim
Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Check the rules when you are unsure.
Step by step
- White starts; set striker aim and power.
- Own-colour pockets earn another shot.
- Cover the queen with an own-colour man in the same or next shot.
- Striker fouls return one own pocketed man if available.
- Finish your colour after a covered queen.
Making selections and moves
Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot. Use the control method described here for this activity. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
Put the rules into context
Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Read the matching step again.
Watch out for this
The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered. Check the rule before repeating the action. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.
Questions about this game
While reading the Guide, what is the goal of Carrom?
Keep this in mind: Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered.
On this playing page, how do I control Carrom?
The key detail is this: Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Carrom?
Keep this in mind: Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately.
What should I watch out for in Carrom?
For clarity: The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered.
When I return, what format does Carrom offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Play a casual Carrom match using the house rules shown here. Tournament penalties and multi-board match scoring are not used.
On this playing page, which play mode does Carrom use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Local two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
While learning, where should I start with Carrom?
Here is the relevant explanation: White starts; set striker aim and power.
Before I begin, do I need an account or a payment for Carrom?
Here is the relevant explanation: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
As a new player, how can I find Carrom again?
Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
When I return, how do I report an issue with Carrom?
For clarity: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.