THE PLAYBOOK · CQXSJINPENG
How to play Tangram
Try Tangram at your own pace and keep its objective in view. Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions. Use the opening round to become familiar with the layout. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.
Arrange seven pieces into the square target. Rotate or flip a piece to fit; this game currently offers one target shape.
Review a difficult moment
When a decision goes wrong, compare it with the common mistake described below. Start again only when you intend to leave the current round. Use the example to check your reasoning.
Your goal
Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. The example below illustrates a decision.
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. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Contact us with the game and device if a control does not respond.
A useful example
The parallelogram may need flipping rather than rotation. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Keep the game’s format in mind.
Watch out for this
Overlaps do not count as filling the target. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention.
Common questions
For my first round, 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?
Keep this in mind: Mouse/touch dragging and rotate/flip buttons.
As a new player, what example helps explain Tangram?
For clarity: The parallelogram may need flipping rather than rotation.
For my first round, what should I watch out for in Tangram?
For clarity: Overlaps do not count as filling the target.
On this playing page, what format does Tangram offer?
Here is the relevant explanation: Arrange seven pieces into the square target. Rotate or flip a piece to fit; this game currently offers one target shape.
For this browser game, which play mode does Tangram use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
