Sudoku rules
Last free cell
Last free cell
"Last free cell" is the basic Sudoku solving technique. It's pretty simple and based on the fact that each 3×3 block, vertical column or horizontal row on Sudoku grid should contain numbers from 1 to 9 and each number can be used only once within 3×3 block, vertical column or horizontal row.
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Last remaining cell
Last remaining cell
"Last remaining cell" is another basic Sudoku strategy. It's based on the fact that numbers should not be repeated within 3×3 block, vertical column and horizontal row.
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Last possible number
Last possible number
Last possible number is a simple strategy that is suitable for beginners. It is based on finding the missing number. To find the missing number you should take a look at the numbers that are already exist in the 3x3 block you are interested in, and in the rows and columns connected with it.
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Notes in Sudoku
Notes in Sudoku
If you get stuck on Sudoku grid and don't see the obvious solutions for the rest of cells, you should use Notes. With the help of Notes you should fill in all the possible options for each blank cell, focusing on the numbers that are already on the Sudoku grid.
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Obvious singles
Obvious singles
This strategy is based on the correct placement of Notes. Sometimes it is called Naked Singles. The point is that in a specific cell only one digit (from the Notes) remains possible.
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Obvious pairs
Obvious pairs
Like the "Obvious Singles" technique, "Obvious pairs" is based on the correct placement of Notes. The point is that you should find 2 cells with the same pairs of Notes within 3x3 block. This means that these pairs of Notes cannot be used in other cells within this 3x3 block. So they can be removed from your Notes. It will be easier to understand this strategy if you look at the example.
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What is Sudoku and what are the rules of this game?

Sudoku is a popular logic puzzle with numbers. Its rules are quite simple, so even beginners can handle the simple levels.

What are the basic rules of Sudoku?

  • Sudoku grid consists of 9x9 spaces.
  • You can use only numbers from 1 to 9.
  • Each 3×3 block can only contain numbers from 1 to 9.
  • Each vertical column can only contain numbers from 1 to 9.
  • Each horizontal row can only contain numbers from 1 to 9.
  • Each number in the 3×3 block, vertical column or horizontal row can be used only once.
  • The game is over when the whole Sudoku grid is correctly filled with numbers.

There are already many numbers filled in on the grid in the simple Sudoku puzzles. Therefore it’s not so difficult to cope with the solution if you are familiar with the basic rules. However, in order to solve difficult levels and deal with them quickly, you need to use some tricks and learn advanced Sudoku techniques.

Our Sudoku guide has a lot of tutorial videos for players of all skill levels: from Sudoku absolute beginners to experts. Watch the videos to check out all the rules, tips and strategies of Sudoku and enjoy the game!