How to Solve Cryptograms

Type or tap: Click a coded letter, then use your keyboard or the on-screen keys. Every matching letter fills in automatically.
Use the frequency helper: The number under each coded letter shows how often it appears — common letters are likely E, T, A, O, I, N.
Stuck? Use Reveal Letter for a free correct letter, or Check Solution to see how close you are.
Start with single letters: Look for single letter words - they're usually 'A' or 'I'
Common two-letter words: OF, TO, IN, IS, IT, BE, OR, AS, AT, BY, ON, UP, WE, SO
Three-letter words: THE, AND, FOR, YOU, ALL, CAN, HAD, HER, WAS, ONE, OUR, OUT, DAY, GET, USE, MAN, NEW, NOW, WAY, MAY, SAY
Letter frequency: E, T, A, O, I, N are the most common letters in English
Look for patterns: Double letters (LL, SS, EE, OO, TT) and common endings (-ING, -TION, -ED)
Apostrophes: Usually indicate contractions like DON'T, CAN'T, I'M, YOU'RE
Use context: Think about what makes sense given the topic or theme

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