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RULES & PRACTICE

How to Play Canfield Solitaire

Play Canfield Solitaire ↗

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Learn the rules of Canfield Solitaire

Use the rule sheet as a reference. 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. A clear plan starts with the current position. 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.

Bring this focus to a round

Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Your goal

Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Use another round to revisit a decision. 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.

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. Use the rule sheet as a reference.

Follow the example

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.

A useful caution

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.

If you are unsure

What is the aim?

Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Begin with the objective. 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. Use the rule sheet as a reference. 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. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

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. Begin with the objective. 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. Keep the active rule in mind. 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. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

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. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

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. 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. Take a moment to read the table. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

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