THE PLAYBOOK · DP2SX
An introduction to playing Letter Link
Use a short break to learn the rhythm of Letter Link. Find every target word from the six-letter bank. Use the example below to understand a decision. Check the rule that explains your first action. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Make words from two letter sets: PLANET and STREAM. Each set uses a selected list of accepted answers.
Build familiarity through play
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Use the example to check your reasoning.
The purpose of your moves
Find every target word from the six-letter bank. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Start with a deliberate move.
The steps to play
- Select letters in order, each tile once per word.
- Submit the word.
- Clear letters to retry.
- Find all displayed word lengths.
Getting comfortable with the controls
Tap letters and Submit word. Use the control method described here for this activity. Use one clear input at a time.
Learn from a sample situation
PLANET makes PLANT, PLANE and PETAL. Compare this with the rule that governs the move. Look for the relevant detail.
An important reminder
Not every dictionary word is a target in this curated list. Check the rule before repeating the action. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Answers about the rules and controls
On this playing page, what is the goal of Letter Link?
Here is the relevant explanation: Find every target word from the six-letter bank.
On this playing page, how do I control Letter Link?
For clarity: Tap letters and Submit word.
Before I begin, what example helps explain Letter Link?
Keep this in mind: PLANET makes PLANT, PLANE and PETAL.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Letter Link?
The key detail is this: Not every dictionary word is a target in this curated list.
When I return, what format does Letter Link offer?
The key detail is this: Make words from two letter sets: PLANET and STREAM. Each set uses a selected list of accepted answers.
For this browser game, which play mode does Letter Link use?
The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
