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Wordle Analyzer Strategy Guide

Master the art and science of Wordle. Learn expert strategies to solve the puzzle in fewer guesses consistently.

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Summary: The Winning Formula

  1. Start with CRANE, SLATE, or RAISE
  2. Analyze feedback using our Wordle Analyzer
  3. Make your second guess to maximize information gain
  4. By guess 3, start targeting the specific answer
  5. Most puzzles are solvable in 3-4 guesses with this approach

Strategy FAQ

Yes, using the same starting word helps you develop pattern recognition skills. Over time, you'll instinctively know common second guesses based on the feedback pattern. CRANE, SLATE, and RAISE are all excellent consistent choices.
Hard Mode is slightly worse statistically (higher average guesses), but it's excellent for learning because it forces you to use all available information. If you're trying to improve, Hard Mode is a great training tool.
All gray is actually very informative! You've eliminated 5 letters from every position. Choose your second guess using completely different letters. This scenario typically leaves about 50-80 possible words, which is great progress.
If you guess a word with double letters (e.g., CREEP with two E's), Wordle may show the first E as green and the second as gray. This means there's only one E. If both are colored, there are at least two. Use this information to filter effectively.