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How to play Word Ladder
Word Ladder gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words. Use the example below to understand a decision. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Follow five selected word routes. Every step must use a word from the included supporting list; the list does not contain every English word.
Make the controls familiar
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
Step by step
- Enter a same-length word differing at one position.
- Use only the included vocabulary.
- Do not reuse a word.
- Undo or Show one route helps.
Controls
Type a word and press Enter or Submit word. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
A useful example
COLD → CORD → CARD → WARD → WARM. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Notice the change in the playing area.
Watch out for this
No insertion, deletion or letter rearrangement. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Common questions
On this playing page, what is the goal of Word Ladder?
Here is the relevant explanation: Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words.
Before I begin, how do I control Word Ladder?
Here is the relevant explanation: Type a word and press Enter or Submit word.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Word Ladder?
Keep this in mind: COLD → CORD → CARD → WARD → WARM.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Word Ladder?
No insertion, deletion or letter rearrangement.
Before I begin, what format does Word Ladder offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Follow five selected word routes. Every step must use a word from the included supporting list; the list does not contain every English word.
On this playing page, which play mode does Word Ladder use?
The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
