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An introduction to playing Word Ladder
Make Word Ladder your next activity in the game library. Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Begin with the solo mode shown on the page. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Follow five selected word routes. Every step must use a word from the included supporting list; the list does not contain every English word.
Something to practise
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Keep the objective visible.
What counts as success
Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Keep the controls in easy reach.
Start here and follow along
- Enter a same-length word differing at one position.
- Use only the included vocabulary.
- Do not reuse a word.
- Undo or Show one route helps.
Using the playing area
Type a word and press Enter or Submit word. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
See the idea in action
COLD → CORD → CARD → WARD → WARM. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Look for the relevant detail.
Notice this detail
No insertion, deletion or letter rearrangement. Compare the situation with the worked example. 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.
Clarifying the way this game works
For my first round, what is the goal of Word Ladder?
For clarity: Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words.
For this browser game, how do I control Word Ladder?
For clarity: Type a word and press Enter or Submit word.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Word Ladder?
Here is the relevant explanation: COLD → CORD → CARD → WARD → WARM.
When I return, what should I watch out for in Word Ladder?
Keep this in mind: No insertion, deletion or letter rearrangement.
On this playing page, what format does Word Ladder offer?
The key detail is this: Follow five selected word routes. Every step must use a word from the included supporting list; the list does not contain every English word.
For this browser game, which play mode does Word Ladder 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.