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How to Play Golf Solitaire

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A practical guide to Golf Solitaire

Begin with the objective. Remove all 35 tableau cards. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Take the next action only when the current step is clear. Work at your own pace. Take an exposed bottom card one rank above or below the waste top, allowing ace–king wrapping. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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

Try a more deliberate round

Before making a move, check the cards in view. Tap exposed cards that satisfy the removal rule shown above. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

The purpose of your moves

Remove all 35 tableau cards. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Work at your own pace.

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.

Your inputs

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. A clear plan starts with the current position.

Learn from a sample situation

Waste queen accepts jack or king. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

A mistake to avoid

Take a moment to read the table. 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.

Helpful answers for players

What is the aim?

Remove all 35 tableau cards. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

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. Begin with the objective. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Which format is available?

Seven columns of five, one stock pass. Free solo play, no wagering. Take a moment to read the table. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

What should I check before a move?

Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Work at your own pace. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Can you give an example?

Waste queen accepts jack or king. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Use another round to revisit a decision.

What completes a round?

Remove all 35 tableau cards. Begin with the objective. 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. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Which version is played here?

Seven columns of five, one stock pass. Free solo play, no wagering. Look at the complete hand before deciding. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Does play involve an account or cash?

No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Look at the complete hand before deciding. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

What completes a round?

Remove all 35 tableau cards. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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