Complete 3x3 beginner tutorial
How to Solve a Rubik's Cube: A Beginner Layer-by-Layer Method
Build the first-layer cross, finish two layers, then orient and position the last layer with a small set of repeatable algorithms.
12 min read
Cube solving blog
Practical guides for solving, scanning, and practicing cubes
Short, useful guides for people who use cube solvers, learn notation, practice with timers, or want an iPhone app for physical cubes.
Cube color and orientation guide
Rubik's Cube Color Scheme: Opposite Colors and the Six-Face Net
Use the centers to identify each face, learn the three opposite-color pairs, and keep U, D, F, B, L, and R consistent when entering a cube.
7 min read
Cube solving guide
Rubik's Cube Solver App: When to Use a Solver Instead of a Tutorial
A solver app is best when the cube state is the problem. A tutorial is best when the method is the problem. Here is how to choose.
6 min read