How to Read a Crossword Clue: Blanks, Abbreviations and Question Marks
American crossword clues follow quiet rules. Learn what a blank, "Abbr.", a question mark or a plural clue tells you about the answer.
Crossword Puzzle Tips
Short guides for solving American crosswords, written in plain English.
Why One Crossword Clue Can Have Several Right Answers
The same clue can lead to a three-letter word in one puzzle and a five-letter word in another. Here is how to pick the right one with the squares you have.
Large-Print Crosswords: 9 Tips to Make Puzzles Easier on the Eyes
Small newspaper squares are hard to read. Nine practical ways to make crosswords bigger, brighter and more comfortable, on paper and on a screen.