Game guide · YCKJ360
Find your footing in Canfield Solitaire
Look at the complete hand before deciding. 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. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Build tableau runs down in alternating colours, wrapping ace to king. Reserve cards refill empty columns automatically. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering.
Something to practise
For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Select a face-up card and then the destination pile or Empty slot. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
The objective of a round
Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. For a calm first round, focus on one decision.
Start here and follow along
- 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.
How to use the controls
Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Before making a move, check the cards in view.
A closer look at one example
With base rank 5, a foundation runs 5 through king, then ace through 4. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
An important reminder
Keep the active rule in mind. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Clarifying the way this game works
What is the aim?
Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
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. Work at your own pace. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Which format is available?
Thirteen reserve cards, four columns, draw-three recyclable stock. Free solo play, no wagering. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. 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. Work at your own pace. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
Can you give an example?
With base rank 5, a foundation runs 5 through king, then ace through 4. Begin with the objective. 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. Take a moment to read the table. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
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. Work at your own pace. 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. Work at your own pace. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Does play involve an account or cash?
No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
What completes a round?
Complete four suited foundations beginning at the dealt base rank and wrapping king to ace. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.