THE PLAYBOOK · ZRZCH
The essentials of playing Tangram
Read the aim of Tangram, then make your first move. Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Use the example below to understand a decision. Check the rule that explains your first action. 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.
A small practice goal
Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Keep the objective visible.
Understand the aim
Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Start with a deliberate move.
Start here and follow along
- 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.
How your actions work
Mouse/touch dragging and rotate/flip buttons. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Make sure you are interacting with the game rather than the surrounding page.
A closer look at one example
The parallelogram may need flipping rather than rotation. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Read the matching step again.
Keep this in mind
Overlaps do not count as filling the target. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal.
Game-specific help
For my first round, what is the goal of Tangram?
The key detail is this: Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap.
For a quick reminder, how do I control Tangram?
For clarity: Mouse/touch dragging and rotate/flip buttons.
While reading the Guide, what example helps explain Tangram?
The parallelogram may need flipping rather than rotation.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Tangram?
Overlaps do not count as filling the target.
When I return, what format does Tangram offer?
Arrange seven pieces into the square target. Rotate or flip a piece to fit; this game currently offers one target shape.
For a quick reminder, which play mode does Tangram use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.