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Tangram: rules and examples
Tangram gives you a focused activity to play in your browser. Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Compare the starting position with the example in the Guide. 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.
Give this approach a try
After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again. Use the example to check your reasoning.
The objective of a round
Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Keep that objective in view throughout the round. Return to the instructions when a step is unclear.
Work through the instructions
- 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.
Your inputs
Mouse/touch dragging and rotate/flip buttons. Read a button’s label before selecting it. Avoid pressing the same control repeatedly while a move is being processed.
An example before you play
The parallelogram may need flipping rather than rotation. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Read the matching step again.
A useful caution
Overlaps do not count as filling the target. Compare the situation with the worked example. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.
Read these answers for extra help
For this browser game, 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?
Mouse/touch dragging and rotate/flip buttons.
When I return, what example helps explain Tangram?
For clarity: The parallelogram may need flipping rather than rotation.
While learning, what should I watch out for in Tangram?
For clarity: Overlaps do not count as filling the target.
For this browser game, 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.
Which play mode does Tangram use?
Keep this in mind: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.