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RULES & PRACTICE

How to Play Canfield Solitaire

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Canfield Solitaire: how a round works

Keep the active rule in mind. Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Use another round to revisit a decision. A clear plan starts with the current position. Build tableau runs down in alternating colours, wrapping ace to king. Reserve cards refill empty columns automatically. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering.

Take a closer look while playing

For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What counts as success

Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Use the rule sheet as a reference.

How a round unfolds

  1. Build tableau runs down in alternating colours, wrapping ace to king. Reserve cards refill empty columns automatically.
  2. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot.
  3. Move exposed cards onto suit foundations in the stated rank order.
  4. 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. Use another round to revisit a decision. For a calm first round, focus on one decision.

One way to understand the rules

With base rank 5, a foundation runs 5 through king, then ace through 4. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

A useful caution

Work at your own pace. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Use another round to revisit a decision.

More answers before you play

What is the aim?

Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. A clear plan starts with the current position. Use another round to revisit a decision.

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. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Which format is available?

Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering. Before making a move, check the cards in view. 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. Use the rule sheet as a reference. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Can you give an example?

With base rank 5, a foundation runs 5 through king, then ace through 4. Keep the active rule in mind. Use another round to revisit a decision.

What completes a round?

Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Use the rule sheet as a reference. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

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. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Which version is played here?

Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Does play involve an account or cash?

No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What completes a round?

Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

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