THE PLAYBOOK · FJHONGZHI
Shikaku: learn through an example
Start Shikaku by looking at the playing area and its controls. Cover the board with non-overlapping rectangles, each containing one clue equal to its area. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls. Choose a comfortable screen position before beginning. Keep the game area visible while you use its controls.
Solve ten 5×5 rectangle puzzles. Each clue belongs to exactly one rectangle of the stated area.
Practice with a purpose
Before your first action, say what you are trying to achieve. Then compare the result with the goal. Use the example to check your reasoning.
What you are aiming for
Cover the board with non-overlapping rectangles, each containing one clue equal to its area. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. Start with a deliberate move.
Follow these playing steps
- Choose a rectangle’s opposite corners.
- It must contain one clue and have the matching area.
- Click an existing rectangle to remove it.
- Cover every square to finish.
Making selections and moves
Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution. A careful first action helps you become familiar with the layout. Look at the feedback after the action.
A useful example
A clue 6 may occupy a 2×3 rectangle when other clues allow it. Your next round may have a different position, so inspect it before acting. Notice the change in the playing area.
Avoid this misunderstanding
No rectangle may contain two clues or overlap another. 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.
Clarifying the way this game works
For a quick reminder, what is the goal of Shikaku?
Cover the board with non-overlapping rectangles, each containing one clue equal to its area.
How do I control Shikaku?
The key detail is this: Click or tap squares or graph edges. Number boards include a digit pad. Undo reverses the previous change; Check puzzle validates the solution.
For my first round, what example helps explain Shikaku?
For clarity: A clue 6 may occupy a 2×3 rectangle when other clues allow it.
Before I begin, what should I watch out for in Shikaku?
For clarity: No rectangle may contain two clues or overlap another.
While learning, what format does Shikaku offer?
For clarity: Solve ten 5×5 rectangle puzzles. Each clue belongs to exactly one rectangle of the stated area.
On this playing page, which play mode does Shikaku use?
Here is the relevant explanation: The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.
