How to play Slitherlink
Learn the basics of the game and how controls work in the app.
Goal
Draw one closed loop on the grid.
Rules
- A number tells how many of the 4 edges are part of the loop.
- Blank cells have no count rule.
- The final path is one loop: no forks, dead ends, or extra loops.
- Lines go only on grid edges.
Controls
- In the app, tap an edge to toggle a line.
- Use line and empty marks to narrow options.
Hints
In the app, tap Hint for a suggested line change.
Tips
- Start with 0, 3, and 4 clues.
- A 0 cell has no loop edges.
- A 3 or 4 cell forces many edges.
- Avoid T-junctions and dead ends.