THE PLAYBOOK · QTHCC
How to play Nonogram
A round of Nonogram at QTHCC begins with understanding the objective. Shade the grid so every row and column matches its run-length clues. The learning focus here is control confidence, supported by the rule notes below.
Finite bank of twelve unique 5×5 puzzles.
Control confidence
Check the controls before starting. On a touch screen, keep the game area visible and use the labelled buttons where they are provided.
Your goal
Shade the grid so every row and column matches its run-length clues.
Step by step
- Cycle a square between filled, crossed and blank.
- Keep separate runs apart by at least one blank.
- Combine row and column deductions.
- Check puzzle verifies the finished grid.
Controls
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
A useful example
Clue 2 1 requires a run of two, a blank separator, and a run of one.
Watch out for this
Do not merge two separate runs.
Common questions
Which controls should I use?
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
Can you show a concrete example?
Clue 2 1 requires a run of two, a blank separator, and a run of one.
What is included in this edition?
Finite bank of twelve unique 5×5 puzzles.