Crossword Maker
Solve a three-by-three word square with clues and an on-screen letter pad. Play the free example first, then load a focused starter idea for this template.
Start with one clear
playable idea.
A compact word puzzle works best when the subject is specific and the clues are easy to scan on a phone. Start with a theme such as a road trip, school club, or space station, then keep the first grid small enough to finish in a few minutes.
Try Clue Grid
right here.
This guide describes the free playable example on this page.
- 01
Read a clue
Tap a square and use its short clue to choose the next letter.
- 02
Fill the grid
Use the on-screen letter pad to enter a word one cell at a time.
- 03
Check your work
Tap Check puzzle to see whether the word square is solved.
Give it your
own twist.
Use these ideas as inspiration for your own version. This example is not yet a remixable base. The remix library shows the classics you can customize and publish today.
Questions about
this template.
Answers are based on the playable example that is live today.
Can I make a crossword for free?+
The static word square is free to play and never uses generation credits. Custom crossword generation is planned.
Can I print my crossword?+
PDF export is not available yet. The current example is an interactive word square; printable puzzles are planned.
Will the puzzle work on a phone?+
Yes. Select a cell and tap letters on the on-screen pad. Check the puzzle to see how many letters are correct.
Can I share a public puzzle link?+
Share /play/crossword-maker. Anyone with the link can play without signing in.
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