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How to Play Golf Solitaire

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Read before your next round of Golf Solitaire

Look at the complete hand before deciding. Remove all 35 tableau cards. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Begin with the objective. Take an exposed bottom card one rank above or below the waste top, allowing ace–king wrapping. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Seven columns of five, one stock pass. Free solo play, no wagering.

Build familiarity through play

Use the rule sheet as a reference. Tap exposed cards that satisfy the removal rule shown above. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

The objective of a round

Remove all 35 tableau cards. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Keep the active rule in mind.

Work through the instructions

  1. Take an exposed bottom card one rank above or below the waste top, allowing ace–king wrapping.
  2. Tap exposed cards that satisfy the removal rule shown above.
  3. Draw when useful.
  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. Take the next action only when the current step is clear. Before making a move, check the cards in view.

Learn from a sample situation

Waste queen accepts jack or king. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

A mistake to avoid

Before making a move, check the cards in view. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Read these answers for extra help

What is the aim?

Remove all 35 tableau cards. Work at your own pace. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

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. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Which format is available?

Seven columns of five, one stock pass. Free solo play, no wagering. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. 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. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Can you give an example?

Waste queen accepts jack or king. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

What completes a round?

Remove all 35 tableau cards. Take a moment to read the table. Use another round to revisit a decision.

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. Work at your own pace. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Which version is played here?

Seven columns of five, one stock pass. Free solo play, no wagering. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Does play involve an account or cash?

No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

What completes a round?

Remove all 35 tableau cards. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Use another round to revisit a decision.

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