Game guide · XINVENTURES
Getting started with 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. Use another round to revisit a decision. Work at your own pace. Build tableau runs down in alternating colours, wrapping ace to king. Reserve cards refill empty columns automatically. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering.
Something to practise
Take a moment to read the table. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
The objective of a round
Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Work at your own pace.
The order of play
- Build tableau runs down in alternating colours, wrapping ace to king. Reserve cards refill empty columns automatically.
- Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
- Move exposed cards onto suit foundations in the stated rank order.
- Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.
Keyboard and screen controls
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Take the next action only when the current step is clear. A clear plan starts with the current position.
Learn from a sample situation
With base rank 5, a foundation runs 5 through king, then ace through 4. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Avoid this misunderstanding
Keep the active rule in mind. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Game-specific help
What is the aim?
Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Keep the active rule in mind. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
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. Keep the active rule in mind. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Which format is available?
Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering. Work at your own pace. 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. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Can you give an example?
With base rank 5, a foundation runs 5 through king, then ace through 4. Begin with the objective. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
What completes a round?
Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Work at your own pace. 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. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Which version is played here?
Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Does play involve an account or cash?
No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Begin with the objective. Use another round to revisit a decision.
What completes a round?
Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Check the relevant controls before continuing.