THE PLAYBOOK · CHENXIJIXIE
The Jigsaw Sudoku playbook
Try Jigsaw Sudoku at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Fill each row, column and irregular coloured nine-cell region with 1–9 once. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
This collection contains 6 puzzles. Progress is saved in this browser. The same puzzle can appear again; the collection is not labelled with calibrated difficulty levels.
An idea for your next attempt
Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your objective
Fill each row, column and irregular coloured nine-cell region with 1–9 once. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Notice how the game responds to your input.
The order of play
- Select an editable cell.
- Enter a value using the keypad or keyboard; Notes stores candidates.
- Read the region, cage, arrow or outside clues alongside the normal constraints.
- Check entries verifies the completed board; Undo reverses your last input.
- New puzzle selects another included puzzle.
Your inputs
Click or tap cells and the digit pad. Use Notes, Undo and Reveal selected. Large boards scroll inside the game. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
Follow the example
The coloured region, not a conventional 3×3 box, defines the third no-repeat constraint. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Verify the rule before continuing.
Notice this detail
A full board must obey every extra rule. Reveal supplies assistance; it is not an earned deduction. Compare the situation with the worked example. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Common questions
For my first round, what is the goal of Jigsaw Sudoku?
The key detail is this: Fill each row, column and irregular coloured nine-cell region with 1–9 once.
While learning, how do I control Jigsaw Sudoku?
Here is the relevant explanation: Click or tap cells and the digit pad. Use Notes, Undo and Reveal selected. Large boards scroll inside the game.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Jigsaw Sudoku?
Keep this in mind: The coloured region, not a conventional 3×3 box, defines the third no-repeat constraint.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Jigsaw Sudoku?
For clarity: A full board must obey every extra rule. Reveal supplies assistance; it is not an earned deduction.
For a quick reminder, what format does Jigsaw Sudoku offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: This collection contains 6 puzzles. Progress is saved in this browser. The same puzzle can appear again; the collection is not labelled with calibrated difficulty levels.
On this playing page, which play mode does Jigsaw Sudoku use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
