The Guardian presents Sudoku puzzle number 7,342, rated as medium difficulty. This classic logic puzzle challenges you to fill a 9x9 grid so that every row, every column, and every 3x3 box contains the numbers 1 through 9 exactly once.
How to Play
To solve the puzzle, you must place numbers from 1 to 9 in each row, column, and 3x3 subgrid without repetition. The puzzle starts with some numbers already filled in; your task is to deduce the rest using logic. No guessing is required.
Accessing the Print Version
Click here to access the print version of the puzzle. The grid is designed to be solved on paper, making it easy to take with you or share with friends.
Finding the Solution
If you get stuck, solutions are provided in the next issue of the Guardian. For puzzles published from Monday to Thursday, the completed grid appears in the following day's edition. For Friday and Saturday puzzles, solutions are given in either Saturday's or Monday's edition. Make sure to check the newspaper or online version for the answer.
Tips for Solving
- Start by looking for rows, columns, or boxes with the most given numbers. This limits possibilities.
- Use pencil marks to note potential numbers for each empty cell.
- Focus on one number at a time, scanning across the entire grid.
- Look for naked pairs or triples – when two or three cells in a unit can only contain the same set of numbers.
- Be patient and systematic. Sudoku is a game of logic, not speed.
Enjoy the challenge and sharpen your mind with this medium-level puzzle. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced solver, Sudoku offers a satisfying mental workout.
