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How to Play Diagonal Sudoku

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A practical guide to Diagonal Sudoku

Diagonal Sudoku gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Fill all cells with 1–9; do not repeat a symbol in any row, column or region. The two long diagonals must also contain each symbol once. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.

One thing to notice as you play

Watch the feedback after an action. A message can explain whether the input was accepted or whether a rule needs attention. Keep the objective visible.

What you are aiming for

Fill all cells with 1–9; do not repeat a symbol in any row, column or region. The two long diagonals must also contain each symbol once. Read that aim before choosing your first action. The example below illustrates a decision.

Making your moves

  1. Select an empty cell. The original clues cannot be edited.
  2. Choose a symbol from the number pad, or type it on a keyboard.
  3. Turn Notes on to record candidate symbols without committing an answer.
  4. Use Check entries to check your filled values. Hint reveals one value from the verified solution.
  5. Complete the board, or choose New puzzle for another board.

Using the playing area

Tap or click a cell and use the number pad. Keyboard: arrows select cells; digits (and A–G on 16×16) enter values; Backspace erases. Use the control method described here for this activity. Look at the feedback after the action.

Work through an example

On one puzzle in this collection, row 1, column 3 has 3 in its solution. Read the clues on your current board before using that value; another puzzle can need a different entry. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Choose a deliberate next step.

Avoid this misunderstanding

Notes are reminders, not final entries. A full board only counts as complete when it satisfies every rule. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.

Helpful answers for players

For my first round, what is the goal of Diagonal Sudoku?

Fill all cells with 1–9; do not repeat a symbol in any row, column or region. The two long diagonals must also contain each symbol once.

For my first round, how do I control Diagonal Sudoku?

Here is the relevant explanation: Tap or click a cell and use the number pad. Keyboard: arrows select cells; digits (and A–G on 16×16) enter values; Backspace erases.

When I return, what example helps explain Diagonal Sudoku?

Keep this in mind: On one puzzle in this collection, row 1, column 1 has 5 in its solution. Read the clues on your current board before using that value; another puzzle can need a different entry.

While learning, what should I watch out for in Diagonal Sudoku?

For clarity: Notes are reminders, not final entries. A full board only counts as complete when it satisfies every rule.

While reading the Guide, what format does Diagonal Sudoku offer?

For clarity: Play using the solo mode shown on this page. Read the controls before starting a new round.

For a quick reminder, which play mode does Diagonal Sudoku use?

The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.

While learning, where should I start with Diagonal Sudoku?

Here is the relevant explanation: Select an empty cell. The original clues cannot be edited.

Before I begin, do I need an account or a payment for Diagonal Sudoku?

For clarity: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

As a new player, how can I find Diagonal Sudoku again?

Here is the relevant explanation: Use the Games list or save this game page in your browser bookmarks. The Guide is linked from the playing page.

While reading the Guide, how do I report an issue with Diagonal Sudoku?

Use the contact form and include the game name, browser, device and the actions that led to the issue. Do not send passwords or payment details.

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