Sudoku Solver

Puzzle entry

Enter the givens

Sudoku grid

A logical Sudoku solver, not just an answer generator

Sudoked first checks whether your puzzle has exactly one solution, then follows its documented technique order at every position. Each deduction preserves its exact candidate state, so you can move backward, jump through the solution path, and inspect constructions such as X-Wing, XY-Wing and Swordfish without losing context. The result is a complete, replayable solving path you can study one step at a time.

Every solving technique is labeled honestly

If the supported logical techniques reach a dead end, the Sudoku solver says so. Any remaining verified search placements are clearly separated from human deductions—they are never presented as a technique that was not actually found. You always know exactly which logical strategy produced each elimination or placement.

Sudoku techniques this solver explains

From beginner deductions to advanced constructions, every step is named and visualized so you can learn the logic behind it. The solver follows its product-specific technique order, including its documented direct-technique ordering:

Want to practice a specific strategy? Try the Sudoku Trainer for randomly generated, solver-verified positions, or browse the Sudoku techniques guide.

Paste a puzzle

Paste 81 digits. Use 0 or a dot for empty cells; spaces and grid separators are accepted.