How to Create Your Word Search

1. Enter your words - Type your words one per line. Use any words you like - vocabulary lists, guest names, themed terms, or study material.
2. Set your options - Choose a title for your puzzle, pick a grid size (10×10 up to 20×20), and toggle direction options like vertical, diagonal, reverse, and word crossing.
3. Preview in real time - See your puzzle and solution update live as you make changes. The preview shows which words were placed and which were skipped if they don't fit.
4. Download as PDF - Export a print-ready PDF that includes both the puzzle grid and the solution page. Or hit regenerate for a fresh layout with the same words.

Customisation Options

• Grid size - From 10×10 for quick puzzles to 20×20 for serious challenges.
• Direction controls - Toggle vertical, diagonal, reverse (backward), and word-crossing placement independently.
• Letter case - Choose uppercase or lowercase letters.
• Custom title - Set a title that appears on the grid and PDF (e.g. "Week 5 Spelling Words" or "Emma's Birthday Party").
• Regenerate - Scramble the puzzle layout while keeping the same words - great for creating multiple versions.

Prefer Curated Puzzles?

If you'd rather play from a professionally curated word list, WordSearchGo has 120+ categories ready to go - from Animals and Disney to Science and Sports. Every curated puzzle is available in six difficulty levels and can be printed for free.

New to word search? Learn how word search works with our step-by-step guide, or play a random puzzle to jump straight in.

Looking to practise a new language? Read our guide on language learning with word search and try entering vocabulary from your target language into the generator.