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How to play Tangram
Bring your attention to one round of Tangram. Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Look at what changes after your first action. Treat the first round as a chance to learn the controls. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Arrange seven pieces into the square target. Rotate or flip a piece to fit; this game currently offers one target shape.
Read before acting
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Notice the feedback after each input.
Your goal
Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Take a moment to understand the current position.
Step by step
- Drag a selected piece.
- Rotate in 45-degree steps or flip it.
- Use snapping for precise alignment.
- Check the layout or use one-piece assistance.
Controls
Mouse/touch dragging and rotate/flip buttons. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
A useful example
The parallelogram may need flipping rather than rotation. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Look for the relevant detail.
Watch out for this
Overlaps do not count as filling the target. A different version of the game may use a different rule. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.
Common questions
For this browser game, what is the goal of Tangram?
Keep this in mind: Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap.
While learning, how do I control Tangram?
Here is the relevant explanation: Mouse/touch dragging and rotate/flip buttons.
For this browser game, what example helps explain Tangram?
Keep this in mind: The parallelogram may need flipping rather than rotation.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Tangram?
Overlaps do not count as filling the target.
For my first round, what format does Tangram offer?
Keep this in mind: Arrange seven pieces into the square target. Rotate or flip a piece to fit; this game currently offers one target shape.
While reading the Guide, which play mode does Tangram 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.
