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Making your first moves in Slitherlink
Start Slitherlink by looking at the playing area and its controls. Draw one closed loop whose edges match the count around every numbered cell. Use the example below to understand a decision. Read the objective before making your first input. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Ten 4×4 loop puzzles with all cell clues shown.
Something to practise
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Use the example to check your reasoning.
The goal to keep in mind
Draw one closed loop whose edges match the count around every numbered cell. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
Follow these playing steps
- Click an edge to draw, exclude or clear it.
- Count the four edges around each cell.
- Do not branch or form separate loops.
- Check puzzle verifies every clue and loop connectivity.
The controls to know
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. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
An example to follow
A 0 cell has no loop edge around it; a 3 has exactly three. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Notice the change in the playing area.
One detail worth checking
Several small loops are invalid even if clues match. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Further help with the game
What is the goal of Slitherlink?
Draw one closed loop whose edges match the count around every numbered cell.
How do I control Slitherlink?
For clarity: Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Slitherlink?
For clarity: A 0 cell has no loop edge around it; a 3 has exactly three.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Slitherlink?
For clarity: Several small loops are invalid even if clues match.
While learning, what format does Slitherlink offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Ten 4×4 loop puzzles with all cell clues shown.
Before I begin, which play mode does Slitherlink 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.