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How to Play Spider Solitaire

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The Spider Solitaire playbook

Take a moment to read the table. Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. 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 down by rank. Only descending same-suit groups move together. Empty columns accept any movable group. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Two decks, one/two/four suits; fill every column before a ten-card stock deal. Free solo play, no wagering.

A focus for your next round

Look at the complete hand before deciding. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Understand the aim

Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule.

The steps to play

  1. Build down by rank. Only descending same-suit groups move together. Empty columns accept any movable group.
  2. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
  3. Complete same-suit king-to-ace runs to clear them from the tableau.
  4. Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.

How to interact with the game

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Begin with the objective.

See the idea in action

A mixed-suit descending stack cannot move as one group. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Avoid this misunderstanding

For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Questions that come up during play

What is the aim?

Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. Take a moment to read the table. Use another round to revisit a decision.

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. Keep the active rule in mind. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Which format is available?

Two decks, one/two/four suits; fill every column before a ten-card stock deal. 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. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Can you give an example?

A mixed-suit descending stack cannot move as one group. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Use another round to revisit a decision.

What completes a round?

Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. A clear plan starts with the current position. 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. Look at the complete hand before deciding. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Which version is played here?

Two decks, one/two/four suits; fill every column before a ten-card stock deal. Free solo play, no wagering. Use the rule sheet as a reference. 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. Work at your own pace. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

What completes a round?

Complete eight same-suit king-to-ace runs. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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