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Canfield Solitaire: a guide for your next round
For a calm first round, focus on one decision. 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. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer. Work at your own pace. Build tableau runs down in alternating colours, wrapping ace to king. Reserve cards refill empty columns automatically. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering.
Bring this focus to a round
Look at the complete hand before deciding. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
What you need to achieve
Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Keep the active rule in mind.
The playing sequence
- 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.
- Move exposed cards onto suit foundations in the stated rank order.
- 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. Use another round to revisit a decision. Take a moment to read the table.
A closer look at one example
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.
Watch out for this
Look at the complete hand before deciding. 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.
A few questions answered
What is the aim?
Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Take a moment to read the table. 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. Keep the active rule in mind. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Which format is available?
Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering. Keep the active rule in mind. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
What should I check before a move?
Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Can you give an example?
With base rank 5, a foundation runs 5 through king, then ace through 4. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
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. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
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. A clear plan starts with the current position. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Which version is played here?
Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
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?
Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Keep the active rule in mind. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.