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Word Search Generator
Find each word in the grid. Words may run forward, backward, up, down, or diagonally.
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Word Search Generator
Make a custom word search with print, PDF, answer key, share, and online play controls.
Build a word search
Preview, print, answer key, play, and share all use the same seed.
10 placed0 excluded18×18
One per line, comma-separated, TSV/TXT upload, or `answer | clue`.
Advanced print and fill controls
All words fit. Seed: ilws--word-search-generator
QR links to the exact seeded state
10 words placed. 0 words excluded. 10 unique placed answers.
Start with your own word list, choose the difficulty, and keep the exact seed so every output matches.
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Make, Check, Print
Paste words, choose difficulty, and regenerate from a saved seed. The same placements drive the preview, printable student page, answer key, and share link.
- Enter words.Paste lines, comma-separated lists, or clue-mode answers.
- Generate.Validate fit, adjust grid size, and keep the seed.
- Use it.Print, open the PDF-ready view, share, or play online.
FAQ
Can I use phrases?
Yes. Phrases stay readable in the word bank while the puzzle places the tokens without spaces.
Why did a word not fit?
The builder lists excluded words and suggests increasing the grid, allowing overlap, or reducing the list.