Slow down the decision

Before each move, ask what information is certain, what is only possible and what consequence the move creates.

Use a repeatable strategy

Check all allowed directions from a promising starting letter.

Cross completed words off mentally so attention stays on the remaining list.

  • Scan first letters systematically from top left to bottom right.
  • Use unusual letter combinations to locate longer words quickly.

Recover from mistakes

A weak move does not always end the round. Reassess the board, protect the most important area and avoid compounding one mistake with another rushed decision.

What to avoid

Use these mistakes as a quick checklist before important moves.

  • Searching randomly without a scanning pattern.
  • Forgetting that words may run backwards or diagonally.