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RULES & PRACTICE

How to Play Nonogram

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Find your footing in Nonogram

Read the aim of Nonogram, then make your first move. Shade the grid so every row and column matches its run-length clues. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.

Work through a collection of twelve 5×5 picture puzzles.

Try a more deliberate round

Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board. Keep the objective visible.

Understand the aim

Shade the grid so every row and column matches its run-length clues. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Take a moment to understand the current position.

How to proceed

  1. Cycle a square between filled, crossed and blank.
  2. Keep separate runs apart by at least one blank.
  3. Combine row and column deductions.
  4. Check puzzle verifies the finished grid.

The controls to know

Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. Use the control method described here for this activity. A new-round button replaces the current round.

Follow the example

Clue 2 1 requires a run of two, a blank separator, and a run of one. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Verify the rule before continuing.

Avoid this misunderstanding

Do not merge two separate runs. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.

Answers about the rules and controls

For my first round, what is the goal of Nonogram?

The key detail is this: Shade the grid so every row and column matches its run-length clues.

As a new player, how do I control Nonogram?

For clarity: Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.

As a new player, what example helps explain Nonogram?

Clue 2 1 requires a run of two, a blank separator, and a run of one.

For my first round, what should I watch out for in Nonogram?

Keep this in mind: Do not merge two separate runs.

On this playing page, what format does Nonogram offer?

The key detail is this: Work through a collection of twelve 5×5 picture puzzles.

While reading the Guide, which play mode does Nonogram use?

The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

While reading the Guide, where should I start with Nonogram?

Here is the relevant explanation: Cycle a square between filled, crossed and blank.

On this playing page, do I need an account or a payment for Nonogram?

Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

How can I find Nonogram again?

The key detail is this: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.

As a new player, how do I report an issue with Nonogram?

The key detail is this: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.

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