Very easy sudoku

Very easy puzzles are the gentlest way into sudoku. Each one gives you 46 numbers to start, so every empty square can be worked out from its row, column and box. There is no guessing and no need for notes.

How to solve one

Pick an empty square. Look along its row, down its column and around its box, and list the numbers already there. If eight different numbers are already used, the ninth is your answer. Then look at the squares next to the one you just filled: the next answer is often right beside it.

New to the rules? Our guide to the basics takes two minutes. Ready for a little more? Try Easy, then scanning and cross-hatching.

Questions

What makes a sudoku very easy?

More numbers are given, 46 of the 81 squares on every puzzle here, and each empty square can be filled by checking its row, column and box. You never need notes or guesswork.

Is very easy sudoku good for beginners?

Yes. It is the gentlest way to learn the rule and the habit of scanning. Most people move on to Easy after a handful of puzzles.

How long does a very easy sudoku take?

Usually 3 to 10 minutes. Your first one might take longer, and that is fine.

Can I print very easy sudoku?

Yes. Use the Print button under the board, or print a page of puzzles from the printables page.