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How to Play Golf Solitaire

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The essentials of playing Golf Solitaire

Take a moment to read the table. Remove all 35 tableau cards. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Use the rule sheet as a reference. 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.

Give this approach a try

Look at the complete hand before deciding. Tap exposed cards that satisfy the removal rule shown above. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

The challenge in front of you

Remove all 35 tableau cards. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Before making a move, check the cards in view.

The steps to play

  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.

How to interact with the game

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Take the next action only when the current step is clear. For a calm first round, focus on one decision.

Try this example

Waste queen accepts jack or king. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Keep this in mind

For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Further help with the game

What is the aim?

Remove all 35 tableau cards. Look at the complete hand before deciding. 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. Take a moment to read the table. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Which format is available?

Seven columns of five, one stock pass. Free solo play, no wagering. Take a moment to read the table. Use another round to revisit a decision.

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. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Can you give an example?

Waste queen accepts jack or king. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Use another round to revisit a decision.

What completes a round?

Remove all 35 tableau cards. Before making a move, check the cards in view. 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. Keep the active rule in mind. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Which version is played here?

Seven columns of five, one stock pass. Free solo play, no wagering. Begin with the objective. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Does play involve an account or cash?

No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Use another round to revisit a decision.

What completes a round?

Remove all 35 tableau cards. Work at your own pace. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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