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How to Play Canfield Solitaire

Play Canfield Solitaire ↗

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Rules, controls and help for Canfield Solitaire

Work at your own pace. Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Work at your own pace. Build tableau runs down in alternating colours, wrapping ace to king. Reserve cards refill empty columns automatically. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering.

Something to practise

Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Your objective

Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Use another round to revisit a decision. A clear plan starts with the current position.

Start here and follow along

  1. Build tableau runs down in alternating colours, wrapping ace to king. Reserve cards refill empty columns automatically.
  2. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
  3. Move exposed cards onto suit foundations in the stated rank order.
  4. Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.

Making selections and moves

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. For a calm first round, focus on one decision.

Follow the example

With base rank 5, a foundation runs 5 through king, then ace through 4. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Keep this in mind

A clear plan starts with the current position. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Answers about the rules and controls

What is the aim?

Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Use another round to revisit a decision.

How do I use the controls?

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Work at your own pace. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Which format is available?

Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering. A clear plan starts with the current position. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

What should I check before a move?

Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Take a moment to read the table. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Can you give an example?

With base rank 5, a foundation runs 5 through king, then ace through 4. Take a moment to read the table. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What completes a round?

Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Begin with the objective. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Which controls should I use?

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Which version is played here?

Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering. Take a moment to read the table. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Does play involve an account or cash?

No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

What completes a round?

Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

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