Easy Rubik's Cube. Simple Rules for Solving a Rubik's Cube

So, you have chosen and bought your first . It's time to learn how to collect it.

You can either learn how to collect it right from this page. So, how to solve a 3x3 Rubik's Cube? Let's start!

3x3 cube construction

Rubik's Cube 3x3 has six multi-colored sides, consists of 26 elements, fastened and freely moving among themselves.

Elements of the cube are divided into three types

What is a 3x3 Rubik's Cube made of?

fig.1 the main elements of the Rubik's cube

Fig. 2 Cross - the internal mechanism for attaching the Rubik's cube.

To solve a Rubik's cube, you need to know the formulas for assembling it. Therefore, first of all you need to learn the language of rotations.

Rotation language. What do the letters in the formulas for assembling the Rubik's cube mean.

The main thing

1. The cube has a top, bottom, right, left. When rotating, keep the cube in the same position relative to you, and simply rotate the desired side. REMEMBER THIS!
2. The centers of the cube do not move anywhere, they always remain in their places relative to each other, because they are fastened together by a cross (Fig. 2).

Rubik's cube formulas are written with letters that indicate the rotation of a certain side of the cube by 90 ° clockwise. If there is an apostrophe (') next to the letter, the side is rotated counterclockwise. The number before the letter indicates the number of turns.

We remind you that when rotating the sides, the cube itself remains stationary, you just rotate the desired side.

Practice rotating the desired sides of the cube clockwise and counterclockwise. Let the fingers remember the movement, and the mind - what and where to rotate, if there is a certain letter in the formula. This will make it much easier for you to learn assembly algorithms.

As a refresher, we recommend that you learn about the difference between professional speed dice and beginner dice. And is it worth it for a beginner to immediately invest in the purchase of an expensive sports cube. Briefly, our opinion: on the one hand, it's damn nice to turn the cosmically mobile MoYu Hualong in your hands, for example. An elite cube can be great to motivate you to do high-speed assembly. On the other hand: beginners may not notice the difference between a budget cube and a sports cube if the budget cube is good and fast, and we don’t keep others 🙂

Stage one - assembly of the first (lower) layer of the Rubik's Cube.

Cross Assembly

The assembly of the cross is the first step in the assembly of the first (lower) layer. Take the cube as you like, study the position of the centers. Remember the color of the bottom and top. In our case, it's blue. Until the end of the first assembly step, keep the blue center at the bottom and the green at the top.

When assembling the cross, your task is to take turns finding four ribs With blue color, and move them down to blue center so that they second edge colors coincided with the colors of the lateral centers. The picture shows edges with blue color that have become at the bottom, and their second colors yellow and Red coincided with the colors of the lateral centers - that's right.

In order to assemble a cross, you do not need special algorithms, but for an example, consider situations that may occur and test the understanding of simple algorithms.

Attention! As soon as you start to execute the algorithm not the algorithm for assembling the cube, do not turn the cube itself in your hands until the combination is completed. Centers different colors must maintain their position. For example, yellow is in front of you, blue is at the bottom, red is on the right.

Assembly of corners

So, the cross is assembled. We proceed to the assembly of the corners - the final stage of the assembly of the first layer. Take the cube cross down. pay attention to colors of the three centers, between which should be corner, find it on the cube. In our case, we are looking for blue-yellow-red corner. There is only one in the cube.

We put a corner in upper layer over the place where it should fall and do the URU'R 'algorithm. If the corner fell into place and matched the colors from the centers, then go to the next corner. If not, then we repeat the algorithm until it becomes as we need.

Interesting fact: if the cube is completed and we repeat this algorithm (URU'R') six times, then the cube will get confused, and then it will be collected.Let's see what happens to our corner after each algorithm. All of the options below may be available to you during assembly.

Stage two - assembly of the second (middle) layer of the Rubik's cube

Hold the cube so that the blue side is facing down and the green center is up.

In order to assemble the second layer, we need only one algorithm, but before executing it, we need to prepare a cube - bring it to one of two possible situations shown below. Find in the top layer any edge which one no green color. Rotate the top layer (movements U or U') so that the side color of the edge matches any of the side centers. Now take the cube so that the matching center faces on you, and blue, as before, remained at the bottom. In our example, we found yellow - red edge. Side fin color - yellow. Rotate the top layer and match the edge with the yellow center. You may also get an option when you combine red an edge with a red center, and yellow the color of the rib stays on the top side.

We take the cube with the yellow or red center towards us and we get one of three possible cases.

THIRD CASE

The rib is already in place, but twisted. We need to “replace” it with any edge with in green from the upper layer, then again we bring to the two cases that are indicated above and solve.

The third stage of assembly is the assembly of the top layer of the cube

We approach the last stage - the assembly of the 3 (upper) layer of the rubik. First we need to arrange the edges on the top layer so that they form a green cross. After assembling the first two layers, on the top layer one of the four cases will be obtained, which are indicated in the figures. Find the one you have and run the algorithm FRUR'U'F' to make a cross. You can start with a dot and work your way up to a cross.

Important! Before each start of the algorithm, hold the cube in your hands exactly as shown in the pictures!

So, at the top we got a cross.

Match the side colors of the edges with the side centers.

By rotating the top (U or U') trying to combine rib side colors With lateral centers. All four colors must match (yellow, orange, white, red). If four do not match, then set the layer so that it matches at least two edges.

If you do not find two matching edges, then run the algorithm R U R’ U R 2U R’ U and look for the ribs again.

So, on the top layer we have a cross assembled and the edges are correctly set.

We put the corners in place.

Check if the corners of the top layer are in place, the corners may be twisted. But the main thing is that they have the same colors as the centers between which they stand. If so, then skip this step and move on to the next one.

If the corners need to be correctly arranged, then take the cube in your hands so that there is a corner to your right that stands in its place and execute the algorithm without changing the position of the cube: U R U’ L’ U R’ U’ L

If there is not a single corner that stands in its place, then do the algorithm above from any position and the corner will appear.

The cube is almost assembled, it remains to twist the corners.

You can have two, three or four twisted corners. Corners twists a simple algorithm R' D' R D R' D' R D,

Important!!! This algorithm only works for one corner, which is on your right. The secret is that when the corner is right, you need to turn the top face (U or U ') and substitute the next corner to be twisted in its place. We can repeat the algorithm from 2 to 5 times and it will seem to you that the cube is confused, do not worry, it will be collected. The main thing is not to release the cube, not to twist it in your hands until you complete the entire sequence of algorithms.

Consider the most complex case with four twisted corners:

Congratulations!

Now you know exactly how to solve the Rubik's Cube! Disassemble and assemble your cube according to this instruction until you remember all the algorithms!

And then a huge world of mechanical puzzles will open before you, the assembly formulas of which are based on the formulas of the 3x3 cube!

Date: 2012-11-20 Editor: Zagumenny Vladislav

Stage 1. Get acquainted with the Rubik's cube.
The names of the parts of the Rubik's Cube:
Rib parts or ribs– parts with two colors. In total, the cube has 12 edge parts located in the middle of the edges.

Corner pieces or corners are parts with three colors. In total, the cube has 8 corner pieces located at the corners.

Central parts or simply centers– parts with one color. In total, the cube has 6 central parts located in the center of each face. The central parts do not move and represent the colors of their faces.
Centers always opposite each other:

White is the opposite of yellow.
- Orange is the opposite of red.
- Green is the opposite of blue.

Each side of the cube is denoted by a Latin letter

R- right side - the right side of the cube
L– left side – left side of the cube
U- top face - the top side of the cube
D- lower face - the lower side of the cube
F- front face - the front side of the cube
B back face - the back side of the cube.
Comment: the letter "i" after the letter of the face means reverse movement or movement counterclockwise when looking directly at the face.

Very important
When performing the movements below, keep the cube fully turned with one side towards you, as shown in the figure. The dark gray color in the pictures means that the actual color of these parts does not matter. Every movement is one fourth of a full turn 360 degrees.

Stage 2. Assemble the white cross.

Task: Holding your die so that the white center is on the top face (U), you must complete the white cross as shown in the picture below. Most of this stage is achieved by trial and error, but there are still a few tips.

Hints:
Be sure to remember that you need to collect the parts of the white cross in the following order - blue, orange, green, red.
Notice how the edges in the image above blend in with the top white center and the side red or blue center. This way you can easily determine that the edges are in the right places.
Keeping the white center position on the top face, move the white/blue edge to the bottom face (D). Next, rotate the bottom face until the white/blue edge is directly under the blue center. Now take the die so that the blue center and white/blue edge are on the right side (R).
Rotate the right side (R), until the blue/white edge is on the top(U) face above the blue center.
If your die looks like the one below, then take the die so that the orange center is on the right side, and assemble the side with the orange center in the same way.
If your die looks like the one below, then follow the sequence below, making sure the blue center is on the right (R) side.

In the same way, the remaining parts of the white cross are assembled.

Congratulations!
If your die has a white cross the same as in the picture, then you can go to stage 3!

Stage 3. We collect white corners.

Task: take the die so that the white cross is on the top face (U). Now you have to collect the white corners, and get a cube like in the picture below.

Hints:
The corners will have one white edge and 2 other color edges.
If the corner is already on the bottom face, rotate the bottom face until the corner is directly below where it should be. After that, your cube may look like one of the 3 pictures below.

Repeat the whole process for all four corners.
If the corner is located on the top face, then move it to the bottom face by following the sequence:

Now rotate the bottom face until the corner is directly under its location on the top face.

Congratulations!
If your white layer looks like the picture below, then you have completed one third of the cube and you can proceed to stage 4.

Stage 4. We collect the middle layer.
Task: Take the cube so that the fully assembled white layer is on the bottom face. Now you need to assemble the middle layer by placing the side edges in their places.

Hints:
Pay attention to the vertical blue stripe (it can also be red, orange, green) - this is critical.
Assemble this vertical stripe by rotating the top face until the color of the edge on the top face without yellow matches the color of the center of the face. The color of the top part of the edge on the top face determines the direction of movement of the edge, that is, in which direction this part should move.
1) If you move the edge in the same direction as in the picture, then follow the sequence of pictures below.

2) If you move the edge in the same direction as in the picture, then follow the sequence of pictures below.

Repeat these steps until all side edges are in place.
Comment: if one of the edges is already in place, but not properly oriented, follow one of the sequences above and it will be in the top layer. After that, follow the appropriate sequence of actions to place the edge back into place in the middle layer.

Congratulations!
If the bottom two layers on your cube look the same as the picture below, you can proceed to stage 5. You have passed two-thirds of the way!

Stage 5. We collect the top layer. We get a yellow cross.
Task: compare the state of the yellow face of your die with the patterns below. Then follow the appropriate sequence.
Clue: the yellow parts on the top face should not yet match the color of the side faces.
Step one: Collect the yellow cross.

Switch to step two and start collecting the corners of the yellow face.

Perform the following sequence of actions:

Option 3.

Option 4.

Step Two: Make all the corners of the top face yellow.

Take a look at the top face and match the state of the die with the options below.
If there are no yellow corners on the top yellow side, then you must take the die so that the yellow side of one of the corners is on the left side of the die. See drawing.

If there is one corner on the yellow face, follow the sequence below.

Option 3. If there is not a single yellow corner on the upper yellow face, and there is also not a single corner that could be used in option 1(that is, all corners have faces on the right). Then take the cube as shown in the picture below. The yellow part of the corner should be on the front face of the cube.

Follow the sequence below 1, 2 or 3 times to get a fully assembled yellow face. After each execution of the sequence, re-compare the state of your die with the options described above.

Congratulations!

If your cube looks like the one in the picture, you can go to stage 6!

Stage 6. We put the yellow corners in their places.

Rubik's Cube- an interesting childhood puzzle. Although many adults are not averse to having fun with this curiosity. At first glance, you can tell that this is an ordinary cube with six faces of different colors. But this is only at first glance. The puzzle is quite difficult and not every brave man can do it. Therefore, today we will try to explain in as much detail as possible how to assemble a toy from our childhood.

The main thing in the article

How to learn to solve a rubik's cube?

• The original idea behind the magic cube was to teach students mathematical theory groups. So in 1970s Hungarian architect Erno Rubik created a mechanical tool that was a learning cube for understanding 3D models and moving independent parts.
• Later a short time great fame came to the magical patented cube. People are interested in them different professions and from different countries. Yes, in 1980s For years the whole world knew about him, he won many competitions and was awarded various prizes.
• The mechanism includes an inner and outer part. The inner one is a figure consisting of three connected cylinders. External - fastened to the internal mechanism of the face, which in turn consist of squares.
• By rotating the edges of the faces in different sides, you can solve the Rubik's cube. After many years, many people worked on the magic cube, as a result of which many techniques were created. Now there are even some algorithms, using which you can quickly assemble a cube.
• The cube consists of three elements: centers - 4 , angles - 8 and the ribs 12 .

How to quickly and easily solve a rubik's cube: the main rules

• It is necessary to rotate not only the color sectors, but also the cube itself.
• You need to focus on the central figures.
• V original version yellow is always opposite white, orange is always opposite red, and green is always opposite blue.
• You need to move the middle and corner sectors, in accordance with the colors of the central figures.
• Each new move creates a new corner and center segment.
• The centers do not change, in whatever confusing position you put the cube, it will always be white at the top, yellow at the bottom, green at the front, blue at the back, red at the right, and orange at the left.
• Edge elements have two stickers, and corner elements have three.
• Since the color fragments do not change their position, the cube will always be assembled in the same way.
• There are ribs comfortable looking left and right, and uncomfortable- located at the bottom or at the top. There are also ribs that stand in place or under the cross.

How to solve one, two sides of the Rubik's Cube?

• In order to assemble one of the sides, you need to create a cross of the same color on any of the faces. Starting point the central fragment of one of the colors will serve.
• Having chosen the desired color located in the center, send fragments of the same color to it, creating a cross.
• Next, you need to collect the corners of a similar color. To do this, you need to move the found color to the edge of the side being assembled.

The cross will be assembled correctly if the centers on other faces match the edges in color.

1. Find the white center.
2. Then put on comfortable ribs that look at you.
3. Then take on the uncomfortable ones. Scroll the edge to the left or right and make it convenient for making a cross.
4. After - scroll the top to make room for the edge.
5. Next, set the corners. They are either above or below. Initially, the upper corners move.
6. Select a corner and bring to the center of those colors whose color stickers are together with the white corner.
7. Then twist the formula "bang Bang" until the corner is in place.

To ensure that all centers coincide with the ribs, always twist in one movement clockwise and check.

When the moment comes that the centers and edges do not coincide on two faces, then you need to use the formula "bang Bang".

• Formula "bang Bang"- Algorithm of repetitive movements. The white cross looks up, clockwise move the right side one movement, then move the top clockwise. After, right side move counterclockwise, that is, return back, and return the top back counterclockwise.

The second side is assembled in a similar way. To do this, you must first collect the correct cross, the first side and move the edges so that they match the centers in color. Next, move the corners according to the formula.

How to complete a complete Rubik's Cube?

In order to fully assemble the mechanism, you must use the lesson on collecting one side. After going to the second, and the remaining parties.

How to solve the corners of a Rubik's Cube?

• The corners of the cube are divided into upper and lower. The top ones move first, as they are the easiest to move.
• The secret is that once you find the top corner, you need to move the white sticker so that the other corner stickers line up with their centers.
• And then the angle moves according to the formula "bang Bang".

How to solve a Rubik's Cube in layers?

1. Collect the correct white cross.
2. Create one white layer.
3. Find the ribs without the yellow stickers.
4. Remember the color of the edge and match it with the corresponding color.
5. Now do everything with your right hand.
6. Place two centers in front of you at an angle 45°.
7. Hide the colored element to that side so that it is not visible by twisting the face in one motion.
8. Raise the right corner.
9. Return the hidden edge.
10. And return the corner. You should get a pair of two colors.
11. Then move according to the same algorithm to move all the fragments to their places.

How to solve a Rubik's cube with pictures for beginners: step by step instructions

How to solve a Rubik's Cube: a clear diagram and formulas

How to quickly solve a Rubik's cube 3x3, 5x5?

1. Cross- assembling a cross, four edged cubes on the bottom face;
   1. In order to assemble the mechanism very quickly, you can use the method - CFOP, which stands for:
   2. F2L(First two layers) - assembly of two layers - lower and middle;
   3. OLL(Orient the last layer) - the correct orientation of the top layer cubes;
   4. PLL(Permute the last layer) - arrangement of cubes of the upper layer.
2. Also, with high-speed assembly, the mechanism itself is of no small importance, how well it is lubricated. After all, the speed of movement of the faces depends on this.
3. Another secret is to skillfully use both hands and all fingers, directing the edges with them in the right direction.
4. There should be no pauses; at the end of one move, it is necessary to move on with lightning speed.
5. Having studied all the algorithms, you need to know in advance what your next step will be.
6. Practice, and only it helps in quickly collecting the magic cube.

How to complete a Rubik's Cube in 20 moves?

God number — 20 steps in which to assemble the positions of the magic mechanism. It is an algorithm of actions, the number of which is equal to 20 . The video below shows a slow circuit consisting of exactly 20 steps.

This video shows a diagram of 18 steps for advanced speedcubers.

How to solve a rubik's cube: the easiest way

To make it more clear, watch the video, which clearly and clearly explains the most easy method collecting the magic cube.

How to solve a Rubik's cube in a minute?

Ability to assemble machinery 1 minute is that you know all the simple algorithms. With the help of them and the speed of your fingers, you can easily solve the intricate Rubik's mechanism.

How to solve a Rubik's Cube with your eyes closed?

To be able to fold a cube with your eyes closed, you need to know by heart all the algorithms and the location of all the colors on the cube. And this takes practice.

How easy is it to solve a rubik's cube for kids?

• Before teaching children the mechanism of the Rubik's Cube, you need to familiarize them with terminology that is understandable to the child.
• After that, you need to turn on the imagination and ask questions that will help the child understand how to move the figure.
• Maxim Chechnev's technique helps children different ages master the quick collection scheme.

How to solve a Rubik's cube: Maxim Chechnev

Methodology Maxim Chechnev helps to assemble the magic mechanism even for children. In his training, he tells in detail how to correctly and quickly learn the basics of mastery. His video tutorials are aimed at understanding the mechanism of the cube itself. It interests children with leading questions and helps to master correct technique in a fairly short time frame.

How to Solve a Rubik's Cube: Jessica Friedrich's Tips

Jessica Friedrich— speedcuber, which 1980s years at the competition for the collection of the mechanism took first place. In addition, she created her own collection method - CFOP, it is divided into 4 stages:

Tips from Jessica:

• Quality mechanism;
• Silicone Grease;
• Patience, perseverance and practice.

How to assemble a disassembled, broken rubik's cube?

If your cube broke or you wanted to take a look at the mechanism from the inside, then we suggest you watch the video, which tells in detail about the assembly of the magic cube.

How to solve a rubik's cube: video slowly

Assembling the magic mechanism allows you to develop not only memory, but also logical thinking, fine motor skills hands, diction and the ability to take quick and right decisions. With the help of a magic toy, you can develop intelligence, introduce children to a boring game and spend time not in vain.

One of the most famous childhood puzzles is the Rubik's Cube. Every child has always wondered how Can you complete the Rubik's Cube? . Very often, the majority did not manage to collect it, and such fun was put aside in a box. Only a few managed to assemble the puzzle quickly and easily.

The most common version of the cube is considered to be a cube, consisting of fifty-four small cubes. Each face consists of nine dice, which are colored in such colors as yellow, white, blue, green, red, orange. The main essence of the puzzle is the ability to assemble the toy so that each face corresponds to a certain color.

In one of the modern cartoons called "Fixies", it is described in detail that a hero named Nolik recklessly said that he would easily assemble it. But he did not succeed, and Nolik, together with his friend Fire, dismantled and assembled the cube, fixing it in such a way that it was impossible to disassemble it again. This method deprived them of the most important thing - interest in the assembly process.

History of the Rubik's Cube

The inventor of this puzzle is Erno Rubik, lecturer at the University of Architecture. He came up with his masterpiece at the age of 30 in order to prepare study guide for students. With the help of the invention, the author wanted to introduce students to the theory of groups in mathematics. The puzzle in 1980 received awards and prizes for the originality of the invention.

The project itself was created over several years. Even the author himself understood that it was not so easy to assemble his invention. In 1975, the inventor managed to get a patent. And the first batch arrived in the USSR in 1981. Such a toy was very popular and scarce among the inhabitants of the USSR.

Now lovers of collecting puzzles participate in various competitions to assemble it. Only a man named Mats Valk managed to solve a Rubik's cube in 5.55 seconds, which is an absolute record in this moment time.

How to quickly solve a rubik's cube

In this part of the article, readers will learn how to learn how to assemble a puzzle. The steps for solving a Rubik's Cube include:

1. Assembly of the cross on one of the faces of the cube. Usually, the top edge is chosen. To build a cross, you need to choose any color, the fragment of which is in the center of the face. Then try to build a cross around it. In order for the cross to be assembled faster, it is necessary that its “branches” continue on the next faces, which consist of two similar fragments of the figure.

2. Directly layered assembly of the cube. It is necessary to collect the side of the same color. Pieces of the puzzle should form a special "belt", which is located near the assembled face. Then you need to assemble the second "belt".

3. You need to collect the cross on the side that is opposite the side containing the cross. And then fully assemble the side containing the second cross.

4. Arrange the corners of the cube so that all three sides match the faces in color.

5. Arrange the sides of the cube by color.

It is believed that the smallest number of steps by which this puzzle can be completed is twenty.

Having mastered the simple method, you can move on to the Jessica Friedrich method, which is more complex. According to this method, the assembly of the Rubik's cube proceeds as follows:

• Going to cross on the initial side.
• The first and second layers are assembled.
• Assembly of the remaining layers.

Thus, the process of collecting the Rubik's Cube is quite exciting and informative. Having learned how to assemble such a puzzle, you can impress both friends and ill-wishers with your intellect.

The implementation of these methods in practice is presented in the video selection below.

How to entertain yourself when there is a free minute, but nothing to do? Solving all sorts of puzzles is a great option!

The most popular puzzle in the history of mankind is considered to be the famous Rubik's Cube, invented back in 1975 and named after its inventor. After his birth, he instantly "captured the whole world." At least everyone tried to solve the Rubik's cube, but not everyone managed to do it.

How to solve a Rubik's Cube? Without outside help, it is quite difficult to do this on your own, this is far from a child's task. You need to know the algorithm for solving the Rubik's cube.

By the way, it has been proven that for any initial situation, a 3x3x3 cube can be completely assembled in no more than 20 moves (turns). The number 20, therefore, is also called the number of God, and the algorithm that collects the cube in the minimum number of moves is the algorithm of God.

If you have long wanted to learn how to solve the Rubik's Cube, then this post is for you. Let's end this task once and for all and have a little holiday for ourselves. Having done this, you can safely put a plus sign in the list of your achievements and then trump in front of friends who do not know how to do this. So, we present to your attention the algorithm for solving the Rubik's cube.

The pictures show the schemes of actions, following which we, in the end, will be able to arrange the colors on the sides of the cube.

First, let's deal with the notation that is used in the diagrams, and with which we will operate in the process of studying the Rubik's cube assembly algorithm classic size 3x3x3.

Side symbols:

• F - frontal (front)
• W - rear
• L - left
• P - right
• V - upper
• H - lower

Now let's deal with turn names, which will be applied to the sides described above.

The letter without any prefixes indicates the rotation of the indicated side by a quarter of a full turn (90 degrees) clockwise(For example, " F" means that we turn the front side a quarter of a turn clockwise, i.e. one shift).

letter with " ’ " means turning the specified side a quarter of a full turn (90 degrees) counterclock-wise. Thus, the inscription F'" means that we must turn the front side a quarter of a full turn counterclock-wise.

letter with " ’ ’ " means what the specified party turn in any direction for half a turn(180 degrees)

Fix: inscription L ’ ’ PF' means that first we rotate the left side half a turn, then we make a quarter turn of the right side clockwise and complete the combination with a quarter turn of the front side counterclockwise.

Flowers arrangement.

Choose the bottom color, it will stay on the bottom throughout the cube building process. Instead of the gray color, which is shown in the diagrams of the Rubik's cube assembly algorithm, there can be any color, it doesn't matter. The place where we moved the part we need will be shown in black. Let's look at the first picture.

We proceed directly to the assembly and the answer to the question "How to assemble a Rubik's cube?"

Step #1.

You need to assemble a cross on the bottom side of the cube so that all the middle side squares correspond to the midpoints of the side faces (look at the diagram). Unfortunately, there is no ready-made algorithm here. We'll have to tinker a bit and move our brains.

Step #2.

The second step is to finish the bottom layer. We need to put the bottom corner cubes in their places. Everything is much simpler here than in step 1 - there are ready-made turn patterns.

If the corner is in the lower layer, but is incorrectly oriented, then it must first be lifted up, rotated as we need and put in its rightful place. Look at the picture and apply the techniques given there. Each turn corresponds to the formula, which we dealt with a little higher.

Step #3.

The bottom layer is assembled. Let's move on to the second, middle layer. We place 4 side cubes of the second layer in their rightful places. If the side cube is in its place, but not rotated correctly, then you can turn it over by doing the following - look at the diagram.

Two layers are assembled. There remains the final push, but do not relax ahead of time.

Step number 4.

The task is to turn the middle cubes of the upper layer upside down with the color we need. At the same time, it does not matter if they are in their place or not, at this step it is not so important. Applying one of the proposed schemes of actions, turn the sides of the upper side upside down with the desired color.

Step number 5.

There is a cross on the top desired color, however, as you could understand from the previous paragraph, the side cubes of the upper face may not be in their places. The task of the 5th step is to put them in their places.

There are 4 options, each of which has its own effective algorithm of actions. We apply them and install the sidewalls in place. The cross of the upper face can be considered fully assembled.

Step number 6.

We continue to figure out how to solve the Rubik's cube? And we are almost at the finish line.

We set the corners of the upper face in their places, but at the same time they can be turned upside down.

In this case " in place» means that the corner contains the colors of all the central squares of those faces at the junction of which it is located.

Here are three rotation formulas that correspond to three options for moving the corner cubes. We remind you that the corners may be incorrectly oriented, but they must fall into place.

Step number 7.

Friends, we have reached the finish line! The last step in the assembly of the Rubik's cube remains.

The corner cubes are in place, but some may be oriented incorrectly. They need to be turned over. To do this, perform in pairs the operations prescribed in the scheme of step No. 7 (look at the figure above).

Happened? Well, of course it did! In just 7 steps, we have solved the puzzle that kept millions of people awake and doesn't let them sleep.

Naturally, at one time you did not memorize all the steps and formulas for turns and movement. Here you just need to practice and fill your hand.

The main thing is that you now know for sure the answer to the question " How to solve a Rubik's Cube»?