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How to Play Diagonal Sudoku

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Find your footing in Diagonal Sudoku

Make Diagonal Sudoku your next activity in the game library. Fill all cells with 1–9; do not repeat a symbol in any row, column or region. The two long diagonals must also contain each symbol once. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.

One thing to notice as you play

Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Use the example to check your reasoning.

Aim for this result

Fill all cells with 1–9; do not repeat a symbol in any row, column or region. The two long diagonals must also contain each symbol once. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.

From the start of a round

  1. Select an empty cell. The original clues cannot be edited.
  2. Choose a symbol from the number pad, or type it on a keyboard.
  3. Turn Notes on to record candidate symbols without committing an answer.
  4. Use Check entries to check your filled values. Hint reveals one value from the verified solution.
  5. Complete the board, or choose New puzzle for another board.

Input guidance

Tap or click a cell and use the number pad. Keyboard: arrows select cells; digits (and A–G on 16×16) enter values; Backspace erases. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.

Put the rules into context

On one puzzle in this collection, row 1, column 1 has 5 in its solution. Read the clues on your current board before using that value; another puzzle can need a different entry. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Look for the relevant detail.

Pay attention to this rule

Notes are reminders, not final entries. A full board only counts as complete when it satisfies every rule. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.

Clarifying the way this game works

What is the goal of Diagonal Sudoku?

Here is the relevant explanation: Fill all cells with 1–9; do not repeat a symbol in any row, column or region. The two long diagonals must also contain each symbol once.

Before I begin, how do I control Diagonal Sudoku?

For clarity: Tap or click a cell and use the number pad. Keyboard: arrows select cells; digits (and A–G on 16×16) enter values; Backspace erases.

While learning, what example helps explain Diagonal Sudoku?

Here is the relevant explanation: On one puzzle in this collection, row 1, column 2 has 2 in its solution. Read the clues on your current board before using that value; another puzzle can need a different entry.

On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Diagonal Sudoku?

The key detail is this: Notes are reminders, not final entries. A full board only counts as complete when it satisfies every rule.

While reading the Guide, what format does Diagonal Sudoku offer?

Here is the relevant explanation: Play using the solo mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.

Before I begin, which play mode does Diagonal Sudoku use?

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

For a quick reminder, where should I start with Diagonal Sudoku?

The key detail is this: Select an empty cell. The original clues cannot be edited.

As a new player, do I need an account or a payment for Diagonal Sudoku?

For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

As a new player, how can I find Diagonal Sudoku 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.

For this browser game, how do I report an issue with Diagonal Sudoku?

For clarity: 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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