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Word Deduction: from controls to your first round

One thing to notice as you play

Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Use the example to check your reasoning.

What you need to achieve

Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.

How to proceed

  1. Enter five letters.
  2. Green marks the correct position; gold marks an available copy elsewhere.
  3. Grey means no matching unused copy.
  4. Use the feedback to solve.

The controls to know

Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Check any mode label before starting.

An example before you play

With APPLE as the answer and ALLEE as the guess, the first A and final E are in the right places. The extra L and E are not both counted as present. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Check the stated objective.

Where a round can go wrong

Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer. Check the rule before repeating the action. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.

Answers about the rules and controls

As a new player, what is the goal of Word Deduction?

The key detail is this: Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts.

While learning, how do I control Word Deduction?

The key detail is this: Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter.

Before I begin, what example helps explain Word Deduction?

For clarity: An answer containing one E can award only one positive E mark in a guess containing two.

While learning, what should I watch out for in Word Deduction?

Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer.

Before I begin, what format does Word Deduction offer?

Guess a five-letter answer from the included collection. Entries must contain five letters; accepted guesses are not checked against a complete dictionary.

As a new player, which play mode does Word Deduction use?

Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

For a quick reminder, where should I start with Word Deduction?

The key detail is this: Enter five letters.

While reading the Guide, do I need an account or a payment for Word Deduction?

Here is the relevant explanation: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

How can I find Word Deduction again?

Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.

On this playing page, how do I report an issue with Word Deduction?

For clarity: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.