How to Play Tangram

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Play Tangram with the rules at hand

Make Tangram your next activity in the game library. Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Begin with the solo mode shown on the page. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move.

Arrange seven pieces into the square target. Rotate or flip a piece to fit; this game currently offers one target shape.

A focus for your next round

Keep the stated aim separate from side details such as animation or appearance. Progress is measured by the game’s own completion or scoring rules. Use the example to check your reasoning.

Aim for this result

Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Review the board or playing area as it changes.

From the start of a round

1. Drag a selected piece.
2. Rotate in 45-degree steps or flip it.
3. Use snapping for precise alignment.
4. Check the layout or use one-piece assistance.

Making selections and moves

Mouse/touch dragging and rotate/flip buttons. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.

One way to understand the rules

The parallelogram may need flipping rather than rotation. Use the example as a guide rather than a substitute for reading your board. Look for the relevant detail.

A useful caution

Overlaps do not count as filling the target. Compare the situation with the worked example. Compare the worked example with your own position. Use the reasoning, not an answer copied from a different board.

A few questions answered