Quick reference
| Navigation: | Arrow keys, mouse or tab / shift + tab |
|---|---|
| Switch orientation: | Space bar or click cursor with the mouse |
| Erase letter: | Backspace or delete |
To begin
To start the game, click on any white square with the mouse. The corresponding clue should appear in the panel on the right.
Moving around
Use the arrow keys to move around the crossword. You can also use the mouse to quickly go from one square to another. To switch orientation, you can either use the space bar or click the cursor.
Filling the crossword
To fill the crossword simply type in your answer and the cursor will automatically move to the next square. Incorrect letters will appear in red. To fix a letter, position the cursor on it and type your answer. Alternatively, you can erase a letter by using backspace or delete.
If you get stuck
Many entries have alternate clues and you can use the Hint button to display them.
If you're really stuck, you can use the Reveal Letter or Reveal Word buttons to solve the letter or word under the cursor.
In both cases, your score will be decreased slightly.
Saving
You can save a partially completed crossword by clicking on the Save button. You need an account to save so if you're not already logged in, you will be asked to do so. Resuming a crossword is easy, simply click on the My Saved Puzzles link in the sidebar and select the crossword you'd like to resume.
Advanced navigation
You can use the tab / shift + tab to move forward/backward one word at a time. Correct words will be automatically skipped. Combined with the space bar to switch orientation, this is the quickest way to complete a crossword.