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How to play Canfield Solitaire
Canfield Solitaire gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Use the example below to understand a decision. Read the objective before making your first input. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering.
Try a deliberate move
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Notice how the game responds to your input.
Step by step
- 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.
Controls
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
A useful example
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.
Watch out for this
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
Common questions
For my first round, 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.
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.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Canfield Solitaire?
For clarity: Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy.
When I return, what format does Canfield Solitaire offer?
The key detail is this: 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.
