How to Solve 8 Puzzle

Last Updated: March 18, 2018

8 puzzle is a type of sliding puzzle. It may take normal people a few minutes to solve it. In this article, you will learn how to solve 8 puzzle fast. After you master the steps, you will be able to solve it within a minute!

Part 1

Part 1 of 2:

Solving the First Row

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Put 1 on its original place.
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Part 2

Part 2 of 2:

Solving the Second and Third Row

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Move 7 temporarily if you have to.
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Move 8 temporarily if you have to.
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Then, the puzzle is solved!

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