Spot the word, swipe the letters, clear the list
Word Search is the classic pencil-and-paper puzzle moved to the screen: a list of words, a block of jumbled letters and every word hidden somewhere inside it. You mark each find by dragging across the letters with your mouse or finger. Puzzles follow themes, so the list itself hints at what to look for, and it suits young spellers as well as grown-ups.
How to play Word Search
- Pick a category to load a letter grid and its word list.
- Find the first letter of a word, then check the letters around it.
- Drag from the first letter to the last to mark the word.
- Remember that words can run across, down or diagonally, and some read backward.
- Find every word on the list to complete the puzzle.
Controls
| Click and drag | Highlight a word from its first letter to its last |
|---|---|
| Swipe | Trace words with your finger on touchscreens |
Tips to play better
- Look for uncommon letters like J, Q, X or Z first; they show up less often and lead you straight to a word.
- Sweep the grid in one direction at a time: rows, then columns, then diagonals.
- Search for a short letter pair from the word instead of the whole thing, since two letters side by side are quicker to spot.
- Mark the longest words first, because the leftover letters make the short ones easier to see.
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Word Search gameplay video
Gameplay recorded by the Vogimo team.
Word Search FAQ
Which directions can words run in Word Search?
Across, down and diagonally, and some puzzles also hide words backward. If a word seems to be missing, try reading the grid from right to left or bottom to top.
Is Word Search good for young players?
Yes. Finding each word means reading it letter by letter, which reinforces spelling and vocabulary, and the themed lists keep the words familiar.
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