THE PLAYBOOK · LUODIQIAN
How to play Tangram
Bring your attention to one round of Tangram. Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Use the example below to understand a decision. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Use the example below to understand a decision.
Arrange seven pieces into the square target. Rotate or flip a piece to fit; this game currently offers one target shape.
Make the controls familiar
Locate the buttons and input area before beginning a long round. Use the on-screen labels to avoid an accidental restart. Make the next step deliberately.
Your goal
Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Read that aim before choosing your first action. Check the rules when you are unsure.
Step by step
- 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.
Controls
Mouse/touch dragging and rotate/flip buttons. On a smaller screen, keep the active part of the board within view. Use the visible help when you are unsure of the next input.
A useful example
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.
Watch out for this
Overlaps do not count as filling the target. Read the feedback to see why an action did not have the expected result. Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use.
Common questions
Before I begin, what is the goal of Tangram?
Keep this in mind: Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap.
As a new player, how do I control Tangram?
Mouse/touch dragging and rotate/flip buttons.
For my first round, what example helps explain Tangram?
The key detail is this: The parallelogram may need flipping rather than rotation.
On this playing page, what should I watch out for in Tangram?
Overlaps do not count as filling the target.
For a quick reminder, what format does Tangram offer?
For clarity: Arrange seven pieces into the square target. Rotate or flip a piece to fit; this game currently offers one target shape.
While learning, which play mode does Tangram use?
For clarity: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
