How to Play Tangram

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Bring your attention to one round of Tangram. Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. Check the relevant rule before repeating a move. Read the objective before making your first input. 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.

Read before acting

Read one step at a time and try it on the playing area. Match the instruction to the control you use. Use the example to check your reasoning.

Your goal

Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap. An attractive position is not enough unless the goal is met. The example below illustrates a decision.

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. Keep the playing area visible while using these controls. Return to the rules if the result is unexpected.

A useful example

The parallelogram may need flipping rather than rotation. Focus on why the action is allowed, not only its outcome. Keep the game’s format in mind.

Watch out for this

Overlaps do not count as filling the target. A different version of the game may use a different rule. 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?

Here is the relevant explanation: Fill the square target with seven pieces, without gaps or overlap.

As a new player, how do I control Tangram?

For clarity: Mouse/touch dragging and rotate/flip buttons.

For a quick reminder, what example helps explain Tangram?

Here is the relevant explanation: The parallelogram may need flipping rather than rotation.

While learning, what should I watch out for in Tangram?

For clarity: Overlaps do not count as filling the target.

What format does Tangram offer?

Keep this in mind: Arrange seven pieces into the square target. Rotate or flip a piece to fit; this game currently offers one target shape.

As a new player, which play mode does Tangram use?

The mode on this page is Solo. Same-device play uses one screen; this game library does not provide internet matchmaking.