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RULES & PRACTICE

How to Play Diagonal Sudoku

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Find your footing in Diagonal Sudoku

Bring your attention to one round of Diagonal Sudoku. Fill all cells with 1–9; do not repeat a symbol in any row, column or region. The two long diagonals must also contain each symbol once. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.

Build familiarity through play

Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Use the example to check your reasoning.

Your goal

Fill all cells with 1–9; do not repeat a symbol in any row, column or region. The two long diagonals must also contain each symbol once. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. The example below illustrates a decision.

The steps to play

  1. Select an empty cell. The original clues cannot be edited.
  2. Choose a symbol from the number pad, or type it on a keyboard.
  3. Turn Notes on to record candidate symbols without committing an answer.
  4. Use Check entries to check your filled values. Hint reveals one value from the verified solution.
  5. Complete the board, or choose New puzzle for another board.

How your actions work

Tap or click a cell and use the number pad. Keyboard: arrows select cells; digits (and A–G on 16×16) enter values; Backspace erases. Use the control method described here for this activity. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.

Try this example

On one puzzle in this collection, row 1, column 1 has 5 in its solution. Read the clues on your current board before using that value; another puzzle can need a different entry. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Read the matching step again.

A mistake to avoid

Notes are reminders, not final entries. A full board only counts as complete when it satisfies every rule. Check the rule before repeating the action. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.

More answers before you play

For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Diagonal Sudoku?

Fill all cells with 1–9; do not repeat a symbol in any row, column or region. The two long diagonals must also contain each symbol once.

How do I control Diagonal Sudoku?

Keep this in mind: Tap or click a cell and use the number pad. Keyboard: arrows select cells; digits (and A–G on 16×16) enter values; Backspace erases.

For my first round, what example helps explain Diagonal Sudoku?

For clarity: On one puzzle in this collection, row 1, column 1 has 2 in its solution. Read the clues on your current board before using that value; another puzzle can need a different entry.

When I return, what should I watch out for in Diagonal Sudoku?

Notes are reminders, not final entries. A full board only counts as complete when it satisfies every rule.

What format does Diagonal Sudoku offer?

The key detail is this: Play using the solo mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.

For this browser game, which play mode does Diagonal Sudoku 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.

While reading the Guide, where should I start with Diagonal Sudoku?

Here is the relevant explanation: Select an empty cell. The original clues cannot be edited.

On this playing page, do I need an account or a payment for Diagonal Sudoku?

Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

While reading the Guide, how can I find Diagonal Sudoku again?

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

While reading the Guide, how do I report an issue with Diagonal Sudoku?

The key detail is this: 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.

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