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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. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. 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.
Read before acting
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Keep the objective visible.
Your goal
Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Follow this game’s rules rather than another version’s.
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. Use the control method described here for this activity. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
A useful example
COLD → CORD → CARD → WARD → WARM. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Take a moment to compare.
Watch out for this
No insertion, deletion or letter rearrangement. Take a moment to reassess the position before continuing. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Common questions
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Word Ladder?
Here is the relevant explanation: Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words.
While learning, how do I control Word Ladder?
Here is the relevant explanation: Type a word and press Enter or Submit word.
What example helps explain Word Ladder?
For clarity: COLD → CORD → CARD → WARD → WARM.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Word Ladder?
For clarity: No insertion, deletion or letter rearrangement.
For my first round, 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.
Before I begin, which play mode does Word Ladder use?
The key detail is this: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.