Cube Instructions.pdf

How to Solve a Rubik’s Cube 1 Benjamin Popp A Guide for Beginners Benjamin Popp Benjamin Popp HOW TO SOLVE A RUBIK’S CUBE A GUIDE FOR BEGINNERS How to Solve a Rubik’s Cube 2 Benjamin Popp A Guide for Beginners Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . 3 Before you Begin . . . . . . . . . 4 Task I: Solving the Upper Layer . . . . . . 6 Task II: Solving the Middle Layer . . . . . . 10 Task III: Solving the Bottom Layer . . . . . . 11 Appendix A: Pattern Quick Reference . . . . . . 15 Appendix B: Extended Lower Layer Patterns . . . . . 16 Appendix C: Internet References . . . . . . . 18 How to Solve a Rubik’s Cube 3 Benjamin Popp A Guide for Beginners Introduction This instruction set will help any beginner solve the Rubik’s Cube. The Cube can be intimidating to people who do not understand it, but it is easier to solve than it looks. With this guide and a little practice you can solve the Rubik’s Cube in less than five minutes. The Cube will be solved in three basic tasks: solving the top layer, solving the middle layer, and solving the bottom layer. The process of solving the Cube is the simplest when broken into these three sections. Things You Will Need ? The Rubik’s Cube or other off-brand Cube puzzle. This guide makes the most sense when you actually have a Cube available. If you do not have a Cube with you, it might be a good idea to wait and try using this guide once you have a Cube. ? Time The first time solving the Cube with this guide could take about an hour. Once you are accustom to the notation and the general steps, solving the cube will become a faster and more natural process. ? This Guide The first time through, this guide will be very helpful. The second time you might only need the figures; Appendix A is a condensed solution set for the middle and lower layers.