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RULES & PRACTICE

How to Play Golf Solitaire

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Golf Solitaire: from controls to your first round

Begin with the objective. Remove all 35 tableau cards. Select cards directly on the tableau and work through a full solo deal. Use another round to revisit a decision. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Take an exposed bottom card one rank above or below the waste top, allowing ace–king wrapping. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Seven columns of five, one stock pass. Free solo play, no wagering.

An idea for your next attempt

Before making a move, check the cards in view. Tap exposed cards that satisfy the removal rule shown above. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Your objective

Remove all 35 tableau cards. Take the next action only when the current step is clear. Work at your own pace.

Step by step

  1. Take an exposed bottom card one rank above or below the waste top, allowing ace–king wrapping.
  2. Tap exposed cards that satisfy the removal rule shown above.
  3. Draw when useful.
  4. Undo reverses a choice. New deal shuffles again.

How to interact with the game

Click or tap cards and piles. Wide tableaus scroll inside the game; use Undo, Hint and New deal where shown. Take the next action only when the current step is clear. Use the rule sheet as a reference.

See the idea in action

Waste queen accepts jack or king. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Check this before moving on

Use the rule sheet as a reference. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

Read these answers for extra help

What is the aim?

Remove all 35 tableau cards. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. 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. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Which format is available?

Seven columns of five, one stock pass. Free solo play, no wagering. Take a moment to read the table. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What should I check before a move?

Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Can you give an example?

Waste queen accepts jack or king. Keep the active rule in mind. Use another round to revisit a decision.

What completes a round?

Remove all 35 tableau cards. Work at your own pace. 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. Work at your own pace. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

Which version is played here?

Seven columns of five, one stock pass. Free solo play, no wagering. Look at the complete hand before deciding. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

Does play involve an account or cash?

No. Play is free, without registration, deposits, bets or cash prizes. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

What completes a round?

Remove all 35 tableau cards. Look at the complete hand before deciding. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

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