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Carrom: learn through an example
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Carrom. Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. 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.
Play a casual Carrom match using the house rules shown here. Tournament penalties and multi-board match scoring are not used.
An idea for your next attempt
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Refer to the controls when needed.
The goal to keep in mind
Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered. Use the instructions to see which actions move you towards it. Review the board or playing area as it changes.
The steps to play
- White starts; set striker aim and power.
- Own-colour pockets earn another shot.
- Cover the queen with an own-colour man in the same or next shot.
- Striker fouls return one own pocketed man if available.
- Finish your colour after a covered queen.
Input guidance
Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Use one clear input at a time.
An example before you play
Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately. Apply the same reasoning to the position in your own round. Keep the game’s format in mind.
A mistake to avoid
The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered. 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.
Questions that come up during play
While learning, what is the goal of Carrom?
Keep this in mind: Clear your nine carrom men after the queen is covered.
While reading the Guide, how do I control Carrom?
Keep this in mind: Touch to aim; sliders set power and angle; striker-position controls and Shoot.
On this playing page, what example helps explain Carrom?
For clarity: Queen and own man in one legal shot cover immediately.
What should I watch out for in Carrom?
Here is the relevant explanation: The last own man returns if the queen remains uncovered.
While reading the Guide, what format does Carrom offer?
Play a casual Carrom match using the house rules shown here. Tournament penalties and multi-board match scoring are not used.
For my first round, which play mode does Carrom use?
The mode on this page is Local two players. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
