# Guess the Element

> Guess the mystery element in 6 tries. Each guess shows group, period, state, and category clues. Play free in your browser, no download. Daily puzzle plus practice mode.

*Interactive tool: enter your values at https://toollantern.win/guess-the-element-game/ and results update instantly in your browser.*

## Frequently asked questions
### How do I play Guess the Element?

Type an element name or symbol and submit it. You get feedback on its group number, period, state at room temperature, and category. Use the arrows and colors to zero in within 6 guesses.

### What do the colors and arrows mean?

Green means an exact match. Yellow means close: within 1 group or period, or a category in the same family. Arrows show whether the answer is higher or lower than your guess.

### Is there a new puzzle every day?

Yes. The daily puzzle uses the UTC date, so everyone gets the same answer on the same day. Practice mode picks a random element for extra rounds.

### Is Guess the Element free, and does it need a download or account?

It is completely free, runs in the browser, and needs no download or account. Your stats stay on your own device.

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