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Sudoku for Beginners


Welcome to the world of sudoku for beginners, where we make the journey of learning sudoku fun and accessible. KenKen Puzzles is dedicated to introducing new players to the joy of sudoku and KenKen, offering a variety of both types of puzzles that are perfectly suited for those just starting out. Each puzzle is designed to guide beginners through the basic techniques and strategies, ensuring a smooth learning curve. Whether you’re looking to improve your logical thinking or simply seeking a relaxing pastime, our collection of sudoku for beginners provides the perfect starting point.

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How to Play Sudoku for Beginners


For those interested in exploring sudoku for beginners, our website is the ideal place to start. We offer a wealth of resources as sudoku websites, including easy-to-follow guides and tips for beginners. Our free online puzzles are specially tailored to help new players grasp the fundamentals of sudoku, including grid layout, number placement, and basic solving techniques. As you progress, you can also start exploring advanced sudoku techniques, which are broken down into simple, understandable steps on our platform. Do you want some extra challenge? Try our KenKen puzzles, the most exciting and addictive puzzle since sudoku! They combine the idea of sudoku with mathematical strategies and critical thinking, ideal for a little extra brain training.

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If you're ready to embark on your journey, visit our website to find a wide range of KenKen puzzles and sudoku for beginners. We take pride in our puzzles, creating an inviting and supportive environment for new players. By joining our community, you’ll not only have access to a variety of beginner-friendly puzzles but also to a network of fellow enthusiasts and experts. Play now and discover the engaging world of sudoku and KenKen. Start with our beginner puzzles and Daily Challenges, and gradually work your way up to more challenging ones as you develop your skills and confidence.

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Rules For Playing KenKen®

The numbers you use in a KenKen puzzle depend on the size of the grid you choose. A 3 x 3 grid (3 squares across, 3 squares down) means you use the numbers 1, 2, and 3. In a 4 x 4 grid, use numbers 1 to 4. A 5x5 grid requires you use the numbers 1 to 5, and so on.

The numbers in each heavily outlined set of squares, called cages, must combine (in any order) to produce the target number in the top corner using the mathematic operation indicated (+, -, ×, ÷).

Here's how you play:

  1. Use each number only once per row, once per column.
  2. Cages with just one square should be filled in with the target number in the top corner.
  3. A number can be repeated within a cage as long as it is not in the same row or column.
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  1. To start, click on any square. A "number ring" appears with that grid's possible numbers. These numbers will also show up on the left side above the grid as the "Notes" box.
  2. Ready to fill a number in that square? Just click the one you want in the number ring. It will then appear in the middle of the square.
  3. Narrowed it down to a couple of numbers but still not totally sure? Click the numbers you want from the Notes box. They'll show up smaller in the square.

    Hints: Also in the candidates bar are , :
    • Clicking will place all possible Notes in the square.
    • Clicking will get rid of all the Notes in the square.
    • If you'd like to repeat a note (notes) in another square, simply drag the number from the original square to the new one. Click here to see the video of how it works.
  4. When you've ruled out one of your notes, click on it again in the Notes box. The number will disappear from the square.
  5. When you fill in a number in a square (by selecting from the number ring), any notes in that square will disappear.
  6. Changed your mind about a number? In the number ring, click the red eraser icon to clear the square.
  7. To hide the number ring, click the red "X."
  8. How to Use the Keyboard: You can enter numbers and notes by using the keyboard. Once you’ve selected a square, you can press shift and a number key to enter (or delete) that number as a note. Or, to just enter a number in a square, press that number on the keyboard (no shift). To delete a number or note, press C.
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