How to Play Classic Crossword
Solve the crossword clues and pack in the answers on the grid.
Use the mouse to click on a square in the grid. The square you select is highlighted in pink, the word-space is highlighted in yellow and the corresponding clue is highlighted in the ‘Clues’ column on the right. Click again to switch the direction of the word-space from ACROSS to DOWN (or back again).
Or, use the mouse to click on any clue in the ‘Clues’ column on the right. This will highlight both the clue (in the column on the right) and the word-space in the crossword.
Solve the clue and type in the reaction. If you are correct, the word-space will be highlighted in blue. When you have finished typing in an reaction, use the Space Bar to stir to the next clue.
Deleting or switching letters
Moving about the Crossword
PRINT: Click to print your crossword
- Available to YouPlay Premium Members only
- Print feature is only available for the daily puzzle
SAVE: Click to save your crossword
- YouPlay Premium Members receive ten save slots
- YouPlay Members receive three save slots
PAUSE: Click to halt the timer if you wish to pause during game play
EXIT: Click to come back to the Game Selection page
Shows how many tokens you have won during the game
- YouPlay Premium Members receive eight hints
- YouPlay Members receive eight hints
About Classic Crossword
The distinctive black and white grid of a crossword is instantly recognised all over the world, so it seems surprising that the puzzle actually has such a brief history. In fact the very first crosswords only appeared in England during the 19th century. America can claim the very first published crossword puzzle, created by journalist Arthur Wynne, for the Fresh York World in 1913.
The appeal of those very first crosswords spread quickly, and within a decade the puzzles were featured in almost all American newspapers. Publications in Europe and the rest of the world were quick to adopt the trend, making the crossword the most prolific and popular style of world puzzle on the planet. It is estimated that today, over forty million people solve a daily crossword in the US alone!
In latest times, modern computer software has heralded major advances in crossword development, permitting anyone with the right program to construct a puzzle, themed to their own specifications.
Dedicated fans have not been bashful in voicing their love for the crossword. Songs written include ‘Cross Word Puzzle Blues’ and ‘Since Ma’s Gone Crazy over Crossword Puzzles’. Movies, paintings, books and similar creative pursuits have all been inspired by the art of the crossword.
Tournaments and other competitions have sprung up around the world. In London, the inaugural Times Crossword Championship took place in 1970, attracting twenty 000 entries. In America, the very first Annual American Crossword Puzzle Tournament took place in one thousand nine hundred seventy eight in Stamford, Connecticut. The film Wordplay (2006) documents this competition, focusing on a fascinating group of elite contestants. It also introduces Will Shortz, the infamous Puzzles Editor for The Fresh York Times, and the only person in history to hold a college degree in enigmatology (the explore of puzzles).
In 1982, Robert Turcot of Quebec, Canada created the largest crossword ever constructed. It featured 12,489 clues across and 13,125 down with 82,951 squares to finish on the grid.
Scientific studies have recently shown that the focused mental activity used to solve puzzles can help prevent memory loss and degenerative brain disorders such as Alzheimer’s – another reason to get your daily dose of puzzling joy!
The crosswords featured on YouPlay are introduced by Lovatts Publications, leaders in the puzzle industry for over twenty five years. Known and loved for the care put into every puzzle by dedicated, specialist compilers, Lovatts crosswords provide hours of quality entertainment.
The YouPlay Classic Crossword features easy-to-read clues and a compact, fifteen x fifteen grid – the flawless way to love a quick coffee break. A excellent place to commence if you’re fresh to solving crosswords, this daily puzzle is suitable for all skill levels, including beginners.
Classic Crossword Puzzles – Free Daily Play
How to Play Classic Crossword
Solve the crossword clues and pack in the answers on the grid.
Use the mouse to click on a square in the grid. The square you select is highlighted in pink, the word-space is highlighted in yellow and the corresponding clue is highlighted in the ‘Clues’ column on the right. Click again to switch the direction of the word-space from ACROSS to DOWN (or back again).
Or, use the mouse to click on any clue in the ‘Clues’ column on the right. This will highlight both the clue (in the column on the right) and the word-space in the crossword.
Solve the clue and type in the response. If you are correct, the word-space will be highlighted in blue. When you have finished typing in an response, use the Space Bar to budge to the next clue.
Deleting or switching letters
Moving about the Crossword
PRINT: Click to print your crossword
- Available to YouPlay Premium Members only
- Print feature is only available for the daily puzzle
SAVE: Click to save your crossword
- YouPlay Premium Members receive ten save slots
- YouPlay Members receive three save slots
PAUSE: Click to halt the timer if you wish to pause during game play
EXIT: Click to comeback to the Game Selection page
Shows how many tokens you have won during the game
- YouPlay Premium Members receive eight hints
- YouPlay Members receive eight hints
About Classic Crossword
The distinctive black and white grid of a crossword is instantly recognised all over the world, so it seems surprising that the puzzle actually has such a brief history. In fact the very first crosswords only appeared in England during the 19th century. America can claim the very first published crossword puzzle, created by journalist Arthur Wynne, for the Fresh York World in 1913.
The appeal of those very first crosswords spread quickly, and within a decade the puzzles were featured in almost all American newspapers. Publications in Europe and the rest of the world were quick to adopt the trend, making the crossword the most prolific and popular style of world puzzle on the planet. It is estimated that today, over forty million people solve a daily crossword in the US alone!
In latest times, modern computer software has heralded major advances in crossword development, permitting anyone with the right program to construct a puzzle, themed to their own specifications.
Dedicated fans have not been timid in voicing their love for the crossword. Songs written include ‘Cross Word Puzzle Blues’ and ‘Since Ma’s Gone Crazy over Crossword Puzzles’. Movies, paintings, books and similar creative pursuits have all been inspired by the art of the crossword.
Tournaments and other competitions have sprung up around the world. In London, the inaugural Times Crossword Championship took place in 1970, attracting twenty 000 entries. In America, the very first Annual American Crossword Puzzle Tournament took place in one thousand nine hundred seventy eight in Stamford, Connecticut. The film Wordplay (2006) documents this competition, focusing on a fascinating group of elite contestants. It also introduces Will Shortz, the infamous Puzzles Editor for The Fresh York Times, and the only person in history to hold a college degree in enigmatology (the examine of puzzles).
In 1982, Robert Turcot of Quebec, Canada created the largest crossword ever constructed. It featured 12,489 clues across and 13,125 down with 82,951 squares to accomplish on the grid.
Scientific studies have recently shown that the focused mental activity used to solve puzzles can help prevent memory loss and degenerative brain disorders such as Alzheimer’s – another reason to get your daily dose of puzzling joy!
The crosswords featured on YouPlay are introduced by Lovatts Publications, leaders in the puzzle industry for over twenty five years. Known and loved for the care put into every puzzle by dedicated, specialist compilers, Lovatts crosswords provide hours of quality entertainment.
The YouPlay Classic Crossword features easy-to-read clues and a compact, fifteen x fifteen grid – the ideal way to love a quick coffee break. A fine place to commence if you’re fresh to solving crosswords, this daily puzzle is suitable for all skill levels, including beginners.