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How to play Mahjong Solitaire
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Mahjong Solitaire. Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs. Use the example below to understand a decision. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Match number-marked tiles in a compact layered layout. The starting arrangement has a complete removal route, but your choices can still block later pairs.
Practice beyond the first move
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Use the example to check your reasoning.
The objective of a round
Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
Start here and follow along
- Choose a tile with no covering tile and a free left or right side.
- Choose a matching free tile.
- Uncover lower layers.
- Use hints or undo.
How to use the controls
Tap two free matching tiles. Use the control method described here for this activity. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
Work through an example
Equal symbols cannot pair while one is covered. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Read the matching step again.
Keep this in mind
Layer and side access matter as well as symbol matching. Compare the situation with the worked example. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
A few questions answered
As a new player, what is the goal of Mahjong Solitaire?
Here is the relevant explanation: Remove all forty layered tiles in matching pairs.
Before I begin, how do I control Mahjong Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Tap two free matching tiles.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Mahjong Solitaire?
Here is the relevant explanation: Equal symbols cannot pair while one is covered.
While reading the Guide, what should I watch out for in Mahjong Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Layer and side access matter as well as symbol matching.
While learning, what format does Mahjong Solitaire offer?
Keep this in mind: Match number-marked tiles in a compact layered layout. The starting arrangement has a complete removal route, but your choices can still block later pairs.
For a quick reminder, which play mode does Mahjong Solitaire use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
