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Rules, controls and help for Canfield Solitaire
Bring your attention to one round of Canfield Solitaire. Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering.
Take a closer look while playing
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. Refer to the controls when needed.
Aim for this result
Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Start with a deliberate move.
The steps to 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.
- Use foundations where available; full Spider or Scorpion runs clear automatically.
- Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.
Getting comfortable with the controls
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
See the idea in action
With base rank 5, a foundation runs 5 through king, then ace through 4. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Look for the relevant detail.
Notice this detail
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. 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.
Game-specific help
As a new player, what is the goal of Canfield Solitaire?
Here is the relevant explanation: Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace.
When I return, how do I control Canfield Solitaire?
Here is the relevant explanation: Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Canfield Solitaire?
Keep this in mind: With base rank 5, a foundation runs 5 through king, then ace through 4.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Canfield Solitaire?
The key detail is this: Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy.
As a new player, what format does Canfield Solitaire offer?
For clarity: Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Canfield Solitaire use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
