Game guide · YOUDIYOU
Know the goal in Word Deduction
Start Word Deduction by looking at the playing area and its controls. Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Make your first input carefully and watch the result. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.
Guess a five-letter answer from the included collection. Entries must contain five letters; accepted guesses are not checked against a complete dictionary.
A focus for your next round
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Keep the controls in easy reach.
Making your moves
- Enter five letters.
- Green marks the correct position; gold marks an available copy elsewhere.
- Grey means no matching unused copy.
- Use the feedback to solve.
Choosing and moving on screen
Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.
Put the rules into context
An answer containing one E can award only one positive E mark in a guess containing two. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Read the matching step again.
Avoid this misunderstanding
Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer. Compare the situation with the worked example. Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart.
Answers about the rules and controls
What is the goal of Word Deduction?
For clarity: Guess the five-letter answer in six attempts.
For this browser game, how do I control Word Deduction?
Type a guess and press Check guess or Enter.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Word Deduction?
Keep this in mind: An answer containing one E can award only one positive E mark in a guess containing two.
As a new player, what should I watch out for in Word Deduction?
Here is the relevant explanation: Repeated letters do not imply unlimited copies in the answer.
For a quick reminder, what format does Word Deduction offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Guess a five-letter answer from the included collection. Entries must contain five letters; accepted guesses are not checked against a complete dictionary.
As a new player, which play mode does Word Deduction use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
Where should I start with Word Deduction?
For clarity: Enter five letters.
For my first round, do I need an account or a payment for Word Deduction?
Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.
As a new player, how can I find Word Deduction again?
Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.
While reading the Guide, how do I report an issue with Word Deduction?
Here is the relevant explanation: Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.
