THE PLAYBOOK · HTSIFA
How to play Word Ladder
Start Word Ladder by looking at the playing area and its controls. Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words. Look at what changes after your first action. Begin with the solo mode shown on the page. Look at what changes after your first action.
Follow five selected word routes. Every step must use a word from the included supporting list; the list does not contain every English word.
A careful first round
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Refer to the controls when needed.
Your goal
Reach the target through one-letter changes and valid words. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. The example below illustrates a decision.
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. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
A useful example
COLD → CORD → CARD → WARD → WARM. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Choose a deliberate next step.
Watch out for this
No insertion, deletion or letter rearrangement. Compare the situation with the worked example. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Common questions
While learning, what is the goal of Word Ladder?
For clarity: 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.
While learning, what example helps explain Word Ladder?
The key detail is this: COLD → CORD → CARD → WARD → WARM.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Word Ladder?
No insertion, deletion or letter rearrangement.
For this browser game, 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.
For my first round, 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.