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Canfield Solitaire: from controls to your first round
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. 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.
Practice with a purpose
A clear plan starts with the current position. 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. Take a moment to read the table.
Follow these playing steps
- 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.
Your inputs
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Use another round to revisit a decision. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule.
A closer look at one example
With base rank 5, a foundation runs 5 through king, then ace through 4. Use another round to revisit a decision.
A useful caution
Look at the complete hand before deciding. 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. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
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. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Which format is available?
Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering. A clear plan starts with the current position. 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. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. 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. A clear plan starts with the current position. 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. Begin with the objective. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
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. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. 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. A clear plan starts with the current position. 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. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
What completes a round?
Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. A clear plan starts with the current position. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.