Word Search Maker Help
Make your own Word Search Puzzles. Just add words in the Add Answers box and click Go!, the Word Search Maker will do the rest!
Adjust the height and width of the puzzle or just select 'Auto' to let the Word Search Maker figure out the
puzzle size using your answers.
Click Shuffle to rearrange the answers in the puzzle.
Click the Print tab to display print options and print Word Search Puzzles in Text, HTML, or PDF formats.
Find and solve existing Word Search Puzzles.
to save multiple puzzles.
Word Search Maker
What is a Word Search?
A word search, also known as a word find or word seek, is a puzzle in which players search for hidden words in a grid of letters. The grid typically has a rectangular or square shape, and the words to be found are listed alongside the grid or at the bottom of the page. Players must search for the words in the grid by looking for letters that form the word in a straight line, either horizontally, vertically, or diagonally.
Word searches are a fun and engaging activity for people of all ages, and they can help improve vocabulary and spelling skills. They are often found in puzzle books or newspapers, and they can also be played online or on mobile devices.
Check out our Word Search Puzzles to play or get ideas for your own puzzles!
Create a Word Search Puzzle on Wordplays.com
Creating a word search puzzle can be a fun and rewarding activity, and it's a great way to challenge your brain and improve your vocabulary skills. To create a Word Search Puzzle using the Word Search maker, add your words into the Add Answers box and a puzzle will be created for you containing those words. Add a title to your puzzle to share a theme with your player/s. You can choose the size of your puzzle or let the tool choose for you.
Create a Word Search Puzzle from Scratch
To create a word search puzzle, you'll need a grid of letters and a list of words to be found in the grid. Here are the basic steps for creating a word search puzzle:
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Start by deciding on the size and shape of the grid. A common size for a word search puzzle is 15x15 squares, but you can use a larger or smaller grid if you prefer.
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Write the words to be found in the puzzle on a separate piece of paper. The words can be related to a specific theme or topic, or they can be a mix of different words.
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Randomly fill in the grid with letters, making sure to leave enough empty spaces for the words to be placed.
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Begin placing the words in the grid. Start with the longest words, as they will be the most challenging to find. Try to place the words in different directions, such as horizontally, vertically, and diagonally.
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Once all of the words have been placed, check the puzzle to make sure that all of the words can be found and that the grid is not too easy or too difficult.