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Canfield Solitaire

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Making your first moves in Canfield Solitaire

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

A small practice goal

For a calm first round, focus on one decision. 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 purpose of your moves

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

How a round unfolds

  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.

Input guidance

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. For a calm first round, focus on one decision.

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.

Pay attention to this rule

Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Read these answers for extra help

What is the aim?

Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Work at your own pace. 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. A clear plan starts with the current position. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Which format is available?

Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering. Work at your own pace. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Can you give an example?

With base rank 5, a foundation runs 5 through king, then ace through 4. Keep the active rule in mind. 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. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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. Before making a move, check the cards in view. 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. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. 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. Keep the active rule in mind. 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. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

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