Crossword Generator
Enter clues and answers, auto-generate a basic crossword grid layout and download it as a printable PDF.
Quick answer: Enter clues and answers, auto-generate a basic crossword grid layout and download it as a printable PDF.
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Frequently asked questions
- How do I create a crossword?
- Enter clue/answer pairs (e.g. 'Capital of France → PARIS'), click Generate, and the tool arranges them into an interlocking grid automatically.
- How many words can it handle?
- The algorithm works best with 5–25 words. More words may take a moment to place and some may be skipped if they can't intersect.
- Does it number the clues automatically?
- Yes — clues are numbered across and down, matching the grid, exactly like a newspaper crossword.
- Can I download it as PDF?
- Yes — download the blank puzzle and the answer key as separate PDFs, ready to print.
- What if some words can't be placed?
- Words that don't share any letters with already-placed words are listed as 'unplaced'. Edit them to share a letter with an existing word, or add more words.
- Can I use it for vocabulary quizzes?
- Absolutely — teachers use it to turn vocab lists into engaging crossword handouts.
- Does it support accented characters?
- The grid normalises accented characters to ASCII (é→E, ñ→N) so placement works across languages.
- Does it work on mobile?
- Yes. Generate and download on any device with a modern browser.
- Are my clues stored?
- No — everything runs in your browser and is discarded when you close the tab.
- Is this tool free?
- Yes — free, no signup, no watermark on the output.