THE PLAYBOOK · GZDINGZAN
Learn your way around Nonogram
Bring your attention to one round of Nonogram. Shade the grid so every row and column matches its run-length clues. Use the example below to understand a decision. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Look at what changes after your first action.
Work through a collection of twelve 5×5 picture puzzles.
Something to practise
Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Refer to the controls when needed.
What you need to achieve
Shade the grid so every row and column matches its run-length clues. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
Making your moves
- Cycle a square between filled, crossed and blank.
- Keep separate runs apart by at least one blank.
- Combine row and column deductions.
- Check puzzle verifies the finished grid.
Input guidance
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
One way to understand the rules
Clue 2 1 requires a run of two, a blank separator, and a run of one. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Choose a deliberate next step.
One detail worth checking
Do not merge two separate runs. Compare the situation with the worked example. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
Questions that come up during play
For this browser game, what is the goal of Nonogram?
Here is the relevant explanation: Shade the grid so every row and column matches its run-length clues.
Before I begin, 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 a quick reminder, what example helps explain Nonogram?
Clue 2 1 requires a run of two, a blank separator, and a run of one.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Nonogram?
Do not merge two separate runs.
For this browser game, what format does Nonogram offer?
Keep this in mind: Work through a collection of twelve 5×5 picture puzzles.
For my first round, which play mode does Nonogram use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.