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How to play Word Ladder
Make Word Ladder your next activity in the game library. Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words. Look at what changes after your first action. Keep the instructions close while learning this activity. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
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. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Try to explain the aim in your own words.
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. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
A useful example
COLD → CORD → CARD → WARD → WARM. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Keep the controls nearby.
Watch out for this
No insertion, deletion or letter rearrangement. Compare the situation with the worked example. Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules.
Common questions
On this playing page, what is the goal of Word Ladder?
The key detail is this: Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words.
As a new player, how do I control Word Ladder?
Keep this in mind: Type a word and press Enter or Submit word.
For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Word Ladder?
The key detail is this: COLD → CORD → CARD → WARD → WARM.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Word Ladder?
Here is the relevant explanation: No insertion, deletion or letter rearrangement.
For this browser game, what format does Word Ladder offer?
Keep this in mind: Follow five selected word routes. Every step must use a word from the included supporting list; the list does not contain every English word.
As a new player, which play mode does Word Ladder 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.