THE PLAYBOOK · CHENXIJIXIE
Your guide to Tangram
Bring your attention to one round of Tangram. Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Look at what changes after your first action. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Arrange seven pieces into the square target. Rotate or flip a piece to fit; this game currently offers one target shape.
An idea for your next attempt
Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Make the next step deliberately.
What you need to achieve
Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
The order of play
- Drag a selected piece.
- Rotate in 45-degree steps or flip it.
- Use snapping for precise alignment.
- Check the layout or use one-piece assistance.
How to use the controls
Mouse/touch dragging and rotate/flip buttons. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
Work through an example
The parallelogram may need flipping rather than rotation. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Check the stated objective.
A common point of confusion
Overlaps do not count as filling the target. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Common questions
Before I begin, what is the goal of Tangram?
Here is the relevant explanation: Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap.
How do I control Tangram?
Here is the relevant explanation: Mouse/touch dragging and rotate/flip buttons.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Tangram?
For clarity: The parallelogram may need flipping rather than rotation.
For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Tangram?
For clarity: Overlaps do not count as filling the target.
For this browser game, what format does Tangram offer?
Keep this in mind: Arrange seven pieces into the square target. Rotate or flip a piece to fit; this game currently offers one target shape.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Tangram 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.