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How to Play Nonogram

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Play Nonogram with the rules at hand

Bring your attention to one round of Nonogram. Shade the grid so every row and column matches its run-length clues. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.

Work through a collection of twelve 5×5 picture puzzles.

Give this approach a try

Take enough time to read a new position. If a game has a timer, learn its controls first rather than searching for them during the round. Refer to the controls when needed.

What you need to achieve

Shade the grid so every row and column matches its run-length clues. The feedback beside the game helps you follow the round. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.

From the start of a round

  1. Cycle a square between filled, crossed and blank.
  2. Keep separate runs apart by at least one blank.
  3. Combine row and column deductions.
  4. Check puzzle verifies the finished grid.

Getting comfortable with the controls

Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Read the example below alongside these instructions.

Follow the example

Clue 2 1 requires a run of two, a blank separator, and a run of one. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Notice the change in the playing area.

Notice this detail

Do not merge two separate runs. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round.

Common questions

As a new player, what is the goal of Nonogram?

Shade the grid so every row and column matches its run-length clues.

For a quick reminder, how do I control Nonogram?

Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.

For this browser game, what example helps explain Nonogram?

Here is the relevant explanation: Clue 2 1 requires a run of two, a blank separator, and a run of one.

For a quick reminder, what should I watch out for in Nonogram?

For clarity: Do not merge two separate runs.

For a quick reminder, what format does Nonogram offer?

For clarity: Work through a collection of twelve 5×5 picture puzzles.

Before I begin, which play mode does Nonogram use?

Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

On this playing page, where should I start with Nonogram?

The key detail is this: Cycle a square between filled, crossed and blank.

When I return, do I need an account or a payment for Nonogram?

For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

While reading the Guide, how can I find Nonogram again?

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

How do I report an issue with Nonogram?

Here is the relevant explanation: 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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