How to Solve a Rubix Cube

How to solve a Rubix Cube

2010-10-17T17:16:00.000-07:00

How to solve a Rubix Cube

Have you ever wanted to learn how to solve a rubix cube? Well through this site learning how to solve a Rubix Cube couldn't be easier!

Not many people have learned how to solve a Rubix Cube puzzle. Most people find the Rubix Cube pretty interesting however very complicated. People are always confused with all the twisting and finding the right way to turn the cube. However, it really not difficult at all once you learn some of the patterns. Below are some tips on how to solve a rubix cube.
Go to the bottom of this post and click the link that says "learn how to solve a Rubix Cube" if you want to learn exactly how to solve the Rubix Cube with video tutorials.Now onto the tips...

1) It would be best to learn the algorithms for how to solve the cube. Their's only 8 of them. It will take you at most 20 to 30 minutes to learn.

2) Once you already know the right moves, you can immediately and easily flip the edges so you could position the Rubix Cube's colors and the Rubix Cube's layers in its right place.

3) Take each step slowly. Print out the algorithms and make sure you don't mess any of the moves up.

4) There are different methods on how to solve a rubix cube. Most people know the beginner method on how to solve a Rubix Cube. However learning the f2l method, or keyhold method could help you solve a Rubix Cube much faster.

5) Never give up when first learning how to solve a Rubix Cube. Most people can solve a Rubix Cube for the first time in 3 to 4 hours, however I've seen people not be able to solve a Rubix Cube for a couple days. Make sure you Be patient! Links below on how to solve a Rubix Cube.

To learn how to solve a Rubix Cube through video tutorials Click Here. Make sure you leave a comment on the videos once you have learned how to solve a Rubix Cube!

I really hope this site helps you learn how to solve a Rubix Cube. Once you solve the 3by3 Rubix Cube then you can always learn how to solve the 4by4 Rubix Cube and more here.

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How to solve the Rubik's 360 - Solution Tutorial

2010-07-25T15:12:00.000-07:00

In this tutorial you'll learn how to solve the Rubik's 360.

Sudoku 4 - The Hottest Puzzle Craze Since Rubik's Cube

2009-10-24T05:09:00.000-07:00

Sudoku is the addictive number puzzle that has taken the UK by storm and is now taking over the rest of the world. Since it first appeared in The Times in late 2004 its popularity has grow so that it appears in most UK newspapers and has spread to countries from India to Canada, Australia to South Africa.

So what is Sudoku all about? Sudoku is played on a nine by nine grid which is divided into nine smaller squares. The object of the puzzle is to fill in the digits from 1 to 9 so that it appears only once in each column, row and small three by three square. You are given some of the numbers and you have to use logic and deduction to find the position of the other numbers.

Simple? Well, it depends! A Sudoku puzzle can vary from easy to absolutely fiendish. Certainly the more numbers you are given to start off with, the easier the puzzle, but it also depends on which ones the puzzle setter offers. Traditionally there should be no more than 30 numbers given.

Sudoku first appeared in a US puzzle magazine in the late 1970s, but was then picked up by Japanese publisher Nikoli who dubbed it Su Doku or ‘Solitary Square’ and the puzzle-hungry Japanese loved it. From there it was discovered by The Times and the rest is history.

Sudoku is solved simply by logic; there is no maths required. You may at first be able to fill in a couple of numbers where it appears in every column and row but one. Next you may need to mark up possible candidates in the empty squares until only one possibility remains. Like so many puzzles there will be times when you stare hopelessly and others where the answers jump out at you.

The sudden popularity of Sudoku may be due to many things. It requires just enough brainwork to give a feeling of satisfaction when the puzzle is complete, without taking up huge amounts of time and it requires no special knowledge unlike for instance crosswords, which may require a wide vocabulary.

For hardcore Sudoku fans there are now even more difficult versions. There are sixteen by sixteen square versions which include letters as well as numbers, and a three dimensional version called the Dion Cube.

There are benefits to doing Sudoku puzzles too – the sort of exercise which the brain gets from logic puzzles can help to stop memory decline, make you smarter and even halt the progress of Alzheimer’s disease. Teachers are even giving simple versions of the puzzles to pupils to help develop their logic skills. So next time you see one of those nine by nine grids in your newspaper, give it a go. Your brain might just thank you!

Jacqui O’Brien is a Sudoku fan and the webmaster of http://www.sudokuonline.co.uk, where you can find all the latest news and information on Sudoku as well as the best online Sudoku games and solvers.

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How to Solve a Rubix Cube: Tips and fingertricks

2009-07-29T09:08:00.000-07:00

Some more tips on solving the cross, primarily on how to do it fast. I show some fingertricks that I use for cross on bottom.

How To Solve The 5x5 Rubik's Cube (Part 2)

2009-07-22T11:53:00.000-07:00

This video shows how to solve the 5x5 Rubik's Cube shown on the V-Cube 5. Click here to go back to part one.

How To Solve The 5x5 Rubik's Cube (Part 1)

2009-07-22T11:49:00.000-07:00

This video shows how to solve the 5x5 Rubik's Cube shown on a V-Cube 5. Click Here for part two.

Rubik's Cube Lubrication

2009-07-22T11:31:00.000-07:00

What is the best way to lube a Rubik's Cube? A common question. In this video I attempt to make a small scientific study in search for the answer.

CONCLUSION: I found spraying into 8 edges and taking long time to work in is best. What also worked pretty well was full dissasembly and 2 sweeps of lube.

Rubix Cube One Handed : Tutorial

2009-07-22T11:19:00.000-07:00

Tutorial on how to get into one handed solving of the Rubix cube

Blindfold method: Clarifications

2009-07-22T10:23:00.000-07:00

I give some clarifications and tips on my blindfold method video. Issues discussed:
1. Parity fix clarification
2. My example solve and why it was confusing
3. Green Orange vs. Orange Green
4. Flipped/Twisted edges and corners
5. M2R2 method
6. Keeping track of solved/unsolved pieces

How to Solve a Rubix Cube blind

2009-07-22T08:35:00.000-07:00

In this tutorial you'll learn how to solve a rubix cube blind

My attempt at explaining how to solve the Rubik's cube blindfolded (Pochmann method). Its one of the few tutorials on how to do this on YouTube... and now I know why: because its really hard to make one :) Also, you really need to practice this method to get it down, because there are many things to keep in mind. I think I covered them all though.

ALGS:
PARITY FIX: Ra: y' [L U2' L' U2'] [L F'] [L' U' L U] [L F] L2' U y

--------------EDGES
ALGS:
T : [R U R' U'] [R' F] [R2 U' R'] U' [R U R' F']
Jb: [R U R' F'] {[R U R' U'] [R' F] [R2 U' R'] U'}
Ja: y' [R' U L'] [U2 R U' R' U2] [R L U'] y

TO SOLVE (EDGES):
YO: Jb
OY: l' Ja l
YG: T
GY: L' d L' T L d' L
YR: Ja
RY: l Jb l'
OG: L' T L
GO: d' L T L' d
OB: d2 L T L' d2
BO: d' L' T L d
BR: d L T L' d'
RB: d2 L' T L d2
RG: L T L'
GR: d L' T L d'
OW: l' Jb l
WO: D' L2 T L2 D
BW: D' l' Jb l D
WB: D2 L2 T L2 D2
RW: l Ja l'
WR: D L2 T L2 D'
GW: D l' Jb l D'
WG: L2 T L2

--------------
--------------CORNERS
ALGS:
Y : {F [R U' R' U'] [R U R' F']} {[R U R' U'] [R' F R F']}
Jb: U2 [R U R' F'] {[R U R' U'] [R' F] [R2 U' R'] U'} U2
Ja: [R' U L'] [U2 R U' R' U2] [R L U']

(note that Jb and Ja have to be executed while holding the cube a little differently.
its as if they required their own little setup moves as well)

TO SOLVE (CORNERS):
YB: Y
BO: F' Jb F
OY: R Ja R'
YR: Ja
RB: R' Y R
BY: R' F' Jb F R
YO: Jb
OG: F R Ja R' F'
GY: F Y F'
OB: R Y R'
BW: F' Y F
WO: R2 Ja R2
BR: D' R Y R' D
RW: R' Ja R
WB: R2 Y R2
RG: D F Jb F' D'
GW: D2 F' Y F D2
WR: D2 R2 Ja R2 D2
GO: F Jb F'
OW: D F' Y F D'
WG: F2 Y F2

number checking formula: #items = (#wrong pieces) + (#cycles) - 2

F2L - One step stop

2009-07-22T08:30:00.000-07:00

Here is a sequel to my thought process video, but with an emphasis on just the F2L. This should help you see in what direction you should advance when trying to learn F2L.

!!!!IMPORTANT!!!!
Remember! Go SLOW when you practice! Reason things out, ask questions, take time actually THINKING about stuff. Its important and useful. Go through pretty much the same thing I go through in this video. It helps.

How to solve a 4x4x4 Rubik's Cube (Part Three)

2009-07-21T11:37:00.000-07:00

In this Tutorial you'll learn how to solve the 4 by 4 Rubik's Cube. Click here to go to part one.

<a href="http://www.linkedtube.com/EYJxmaaYglgd6ac82ad7c16251232cee4b99e2cefb7.htm">LinkedTube</a>

-NON-PARITY ALGORITHMS-

1) L'*, 2U, L*

2) R*, 2U, R'*

3) L', R, U, F, U', L

4) D*, R, F', U, R', F, D'*

-PARITY ALGORITHMS-

1) 2U*, 2L*, 2U, 2l, 2U, 2L*, 2U*, R, U', L, 2U, R', U, R, L', U', L, 2U, R', U, L', U

2) 2R*, 2B, 2U, L*, 2U, R'*, 2U, R*, 2U, 2F, R*, 2F, L'*, 2B, 2R*

3) 2r, 2U, 2r, 2U*, 2r, 2u

4) 2U*, 2L*, 2U, 2l, 2U, 2L*, 2U* F', U', F, U, F, R', 2F, U, F, U, F', U', F, R

5) 2r, 2U, 2r, 2U*, 2r, 2u

How to solve a 4x4x4 Rubik's Cube (Part Two)

2009-07-21T11:36:00.000-07:00

In this Tutorial you'll learn how to solve the 4 by 4 Rubik's Cube. Click here to go to part three.

-NON-PARITY ALGORITHMS-

1) L'*, 2U, L*

2) R*, 2U, R'*

3) L', R, U, F, U', L

4) D*, R, F', U, R', F, D'*

-PARITY ALGORITHMS-

1) 2U*, 2L*, 2U, 2l, 2U, 2L*, 2U*, R, U', L, 2U, R', U, R, L', U', L, 2U, R', U, L', U

2) 2R*, 2B, 2U, L*, 2U, R'*, 2U, R*, 2U, 2F, R*, 2F, L'*, 2B, 2R*

3) 2r, 2U, 2r, 2U*, 2r, 2u

4) 2U*, 2L*, 2U, 2l, 2U, 2L*, 2U* F', U', F, U, F, R', 2F, U, F, U, F', U', F, R

5) 2r, 2U, 2r, 2U*, 2r, 2u

How to solve a 4x4x4 Rubik's Cube (Part One)

2009-07-21T11:33:00.000-07:00

In this Tutorial you'll learn how to solve the 4 by 4 Rubik's Cube. Click here to go to part two.

-NON-PARITY ALGORITHMS-

1) L'*, 2U, L*

2) R*, 2U, R'*

3) L', R, U, F, U', L

4) D*, R, F', U, R', F, D'*

-PARITY ALGORITHMS-

1) 2U*, 2L*, 2U, 2l, 2U, 2L*, 2U*, R, U', L, 2U, R', U, R, L', U', L, 2U, R', U, L', U

2) 2R*, 2B, 2U, L*, 2U, R'*, 2U, R*, 2U, 2F, R*, 2F, L'*, 2B, 2R*

3) 2r, 2U, 2r, 2U*, 2r, 2u

4) 2U*, 2L*, 2U, 2l, 2U, 2L*, 2U* F', U', F, U, F, R', 2F, U, F, U, F', U', F, R

5) 2r, 2U, 2r, 2U*, 2r, 2u

Rubik's Cube: 2 Look PLL

2009-07-21T06:55:00.000-07:00

This is how you solve the Permutation of Last Layer (PLL) only using 6 algorithms as opposed to 21 algorithms that are required for Fridrich PLL. You need to apply two or less of the 6 algorithms to solve each case.

Algs in order:
1. x [(R' U R') D2] [(R U' R') D2] R2
2. R2 U [R U R' U'] (R' U') (R' U R')
3. [R U'] [R U] [R U] [R U'] R' U' R2
4. M2 U M2 U2 M2 U M2
5. M2 U M2 U M' U2 M2 U2 M' U2
6. x' [(R U' R') D (R U R')] u2 [(R' U R) D (R' U' R)]

Rubix Cube: Cross (Advanced)

2009-07-21T06:47:00.000-07:00

Here are some insights into how I make the cross in less than 2-3 seconds.

How to solve a rubix cube

Advanced F2l Techniques

2009-07-21T06:40:00.000-07:00

In this Rubik's Cube Tutorial you'll learn some advanced F2l Techniques.

2 Look OLL

2009-07-21T06:36:00.000-07:00

2-look OLL is simply Fridrich OLL step, but done in two stages such that the number of algorithms needed is reduced from 57 to 9.
This way of doing it is still pretty quick and you should be able to get to mid-to-high 20's averages if you use full Fridrich except that you do 2look OLL instead of the Fridrich OLL. You want to start learning all the OLL's at some point anyway though, because many of them are really easy, and they DO speed you up.

Algs:
opposite edges: F (R U R' U') F'
adjacent edges: f (R U R' U') f'
all edges: [F (R U R' U') F'] [f (R U R' U') f']

Anti-Sune: (R' U' R) U' (R' U2 R)
Sune: (R U R') U (R U2 R')
Cross Symmetric: F (R U R' U') (R U R' U') (R U R' U') F'
Cross not symmetric: (R U2) (R2 U') (R2 U') (R2 U2 R)
-----------------or: [f (R U R' U') f'] [F (R U R' U') F']
Headlights: (R2' D) (R' U2) (R D') (R' U2 R')
Chameleon: (r U R' U') (r' F R F')
Diagonal Corners orient: F' (r U R' U') r' F R

F2L Fingertricks

2009-07-21T06:21:00.000-07:00

In this Rubik's Cube Tutorial you'll learn a couple finger tricks using the f2l method.

Keyhole Method (Tutorial)

2009-07-19T19:49:00.000-07:00

This is an easy way to cut down on the layer-by-layer approach to the first two layers, this is very easy to learn if you already know layer-by-layer.

Rubix Cube - Fridrich F2L explained (PART2/2)

2009-07-19T19:25:00.000-07:00

Click here to go back to part 1

Rubix Cube Tutorials: Fridrich F2L explained (Part 1/2)

2009-07-19T19:20:00.000-07:00

In this Rubix Cube Tutorial you'll learn how to solve part of the cube by using the f2l method. Click Here to go to part 2.

F2L in the Fridrich method works, so that you will never have to learn the algorithms for it. The method that I explain here is foolproof, meaning that it works every time, but takes a little longer. Placing one corner-edge pair should not take more than about 7 or 8 moves. If some move is taking you longer, it is probably a good idea to brute force learn the algorithm for it. This is however quite rare, so you don't have to worry about it unless you want to go for below 20 seconds or so, full solve.

How to become a Speedcuber

2009-07-19T19:04:00.000-07:00

In this Rubik's Cube tutorial you'll learn how to become a speedcuber.

How to solve a Rubix Cube (Part Two)

2009-07-14T14:23:00.000-07:00

In this tutorial you'll learn how to solve a Rubix Cube using the Beginner Method. Click Here to go back to part 1

-LIST OF ALGORITHMS-

1) Fi U Li Ui

2) Ri Di R D

3) U R Ui Ri Ui Fi U F

4) Ui Li U L U F Ui Fi

5) F R U Ri Ui Fi

6) R U Ri U R U U Ri

7) U R Ui Li U Ri Ui L

8) Ri Di R D

Go to the link at the top for the first tutorial on how to Solve a Rubix Cube.

How to solve a Rubix Cube (Part One)

2009-07-14T14:21:00.000-07:00

In this tutorial you'll learn how to solve a Rubix Cube using the Beginner Method. Click here to go to part 2 Video Is Below. -LIST OF ALGORITHMS- 1) Fi U Li Ui 2) Ri Di R D 3) U R Ui Ri Ui Fi U F 4) Ui Li U L U F Ui Fi 5) F R U Ri Ui Fi 6) R U Ri U R U U Ri 7) U R Ui Li U Ri Ui L 8) Ri Di R D

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