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The essentials of playing Jigsaw Puzzle
Jigsaw Puzzle gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Restore the sixteen image tiles to their correct positions. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Restore a 4×4 landscape by exchanging two pieces at a time. Progress in this puzzle is not saved after you leave the page.
Try a more deliberate round
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Notice the feedback after each input.
The purpose of your moves
Restore the sixteen image tiles to their correct positions. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Check the rules when you are unsure.
The playing sequence
- Select two pieces to swap.
- Desktop dragging can also swap tiles.
- Compare edges and the reference picture.
- Complete the image.
How to interact with the game
Tap two tiles; desktop drag-and-drop is also available. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Read the example below alongside these instructions.
Learn from a sample situation
The horizon should continue across neighbouring tiles. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Consider the next action carefully.
Check this before moving on
This is a square-tile swap puzzle, not interlocking freeform pieces. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Choose one rule to keep in mind for this round. Apply it consistently rather than guessing what another version might allow.
Answers about the rules and controls
While learning, what is the goal of Jigsaw Puzzle?
For clarity: Restore the sixteen image tiles to their correct positions.
As a new player, how do I control Jigsaw Puzzle?
Keep this in mind: Tap two tiles; desktop drag-and-drop is also available.
For my first round, what example helps explain Jigsaw Puzzle?
Keep this in mind: The horizon should continue across neighbouring tiles.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Jigsaw Puzzle?
Here is the relevant explanation: This is a square-tile swap puzzle, not interlocking freeform pieces.
For a quick reminder, what format does Jigsaw Puzzle offer?
Keep this in mind: Restore a 4×4 landscape by exchanging two pieces at a time. Progress in this puzzle is not saved after you leave the page.
For this browser game, which play mode does Jigsaw Puzzle 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.