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What is the F2L method in Rubik's cube?

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So F2L stands for the First Two Layers. Instead of the slow layer-by-layer solving, you're tackling both the first and second layers at once (corners and edges).

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What are easy methods for solving a Rubik's cube?

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This is one of the simplest methods. Check out YouTube video tutorials by Badmephisto and Dan Brown.

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Is there a shorter way to do it?

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Yes, there are shorter ways. These include many speed methods, such as the Fridrich method, which combines the white corners step with the second layer step, the yellow edges step and the yellow corners step, and the positioning of edges step and the positioning of corners step.

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What is the difficulty level of this method to solve a Rubik's cube?

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This is an easier version of what is usually called the "beginner method". It's really easy: the only hard part is memorizing the algorithms.

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What should I do if I can't solve the middle layer?

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You have to make sure that the piece you're trying to get in is in the right spot in the beginning, and that you do the moves correctly.

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How do I solve a 3x3 Rubik's Cube quickly?

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If you want to solve a cube quickly, you need a good cube, such as a Moyu Aolong. Quicker methods such as F2L are hard to learn, but make solving much quicker. Learn finger tricks on YouTube.

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I don't understand the algorithms for the middle layer?

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If you don't understand, you could try looking at a YouTube video or finding different instructions. There are different ways to complete the layer method.

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What if I followed the instructions, but it didn't work?

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Just keep trying, and follow the directions exactly. It should work.

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I completed the second to last part, and then I tried the last part, but it's not solved. I don't think I made any mistakes along the way, so what happened?

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This method requires a lot of repetition. Check what remains unsolved, and go back over the steps to look for your mistake.

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How can I solve it when mine is in a different configuration?

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Use your mind! This is the beauty of solving twisty puzzles: you have to use these algorithms smartly. Know what they do, and use that knowledge to set up the pieces until they can be solved easily.

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Why does the front color change throughout the tutorial?

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There is no front "color." The front face is whichever face is facing you at the time you are executing the algorithm.

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Is there an easier way to do it?

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The layer-by-layer method is the easiest method for beginners. There are alternative Rubik's Cube solving methods that are faster, but they're more difficult.

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