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RULES & PRACTICE

How to Play Golf Solitaire

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Learn the rules of Golf Solitaire

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. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Take an exposed bottom card one rank above or below the waste top, allowing ace–king wrapping. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

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

Bring this focus to a round

Before making a move, check the cards in view. Tap exposed cards that satisfy the removal rule shown above. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

The goal to keep in mind

Remove all 35 tableau cards. Use another round to revisit a decision. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule.

Follow these playing steps

  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.

Getting comfortable with the controls

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. Keep the active rule in mind.

See how the rules apply

Waste queen accepts jack or king. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

A useful caution

Use the rule sheet as a reference. Random deals are not guaranteed solvable. A hint is a legal move, not a winning strategy. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Helpful answers for players

What is the aim?

Remove all 35 tableau cards. A clear plan starts with the current position. 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. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Use another round to revisit a decision.

Which format is available?

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

Can you give an example?

Waste queen accepts jack or king. Take a moment to read the table. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

What completes a round?

Remove all 35 tableau cards. Work at your own pace. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.

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. Check the relevant controls before continuing.

Which version is played here?

Seven columns of five, one stock pass. Free solo play, no wagering. Begin with the objective. 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. Take a moment to read the table. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.

What completes a round?

Remove all 35 tableau cards. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.

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