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RULES & PRACTICE

How to Play Diagonal Sudoku

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Learn your way around Diagonal Sudoku

Use a short break to learn the rhythm 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. Use the example below to understand a decision. Identify the playing area and the controls you need. Choose a clear next step rather than rushing through the instructions.

Something to practise

Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Use the example to check your reasoning.

The purpose of your moves

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. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Review the board or playing area as it changes.

How a round unfolds

  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.

Input guidance

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. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.

Put the rules into context

On one puzzle in this collection, row 1, column 3 has 1 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. Read the matching step again.

Keep this in mind

Notes are reminders, not final entries. A full board only counts as complete when it satisfies every rule. A different version of the game may use a different rule. After a move, check what changed. Decide which rule explains the new state before acting again.

Clarifying the way this game works

While reading the Guide, 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.

Before I begin, how do I control Diagonal Sudoku?

Keep this in mind: 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.

For this browser game, what example helps explain Diagonal Sudoku?

The key detail is this: Before filling a cell, compare the symbols already used in its row, column and 3 × 3 region. A candidate must be absent from all three. The two long diagonals must also contain each symbol once.

For this browser game, what should I watch out for in Diagonal Sudoku?

Keep this in mind: Notes are reminders, not final entries. A full board only counts as complete when it satisfies every rule.

For my first round, 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?

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

For my first round, where should I start with Diagonal Sudoku?

Keep this in mind: Select an empty cell. The original clues cannot be edited.

As a new player, do I need an account or a payment for Diagonal Sudoku?

Keep this in mind: No player account or payment is needed. Game scores are recreational results, not cash prizes.

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.

For a quick reminder, how do I report an issue with Diagonal Sudoku?

Here is the relevant explanation: 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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