How to Make a Word Search
You can make a printable word search in under a minute, free, with no sign-up.
1. Open the free maker
Go to the word search maker.
2. Type your title and words
One word per line, letters only, three minimum.
3. Pick a size and difficulty
Add diagonals and backwards words for older students.
4. Generate and print
Click Generate, then Print / Save as PDF.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the How to Make a word search free to print?
Yes. Every How to Make a word search on Puzzle Printly is completely free with no sign-up, no watermark, and no limit on how many copies you print.
How many words are in the How to Make a word search?
The standard How to Make a puzzle hides 0 themed words. The preschool and easy versions use fewer words placed across and down only, while the hard version packs them in every direction.
Does it include an answer key?
Yes. Click “Show answer key” under the puzzle to highlight every hidden word, then print the key if you want to check solutions later.
What ages is this How to Make a word search best for?
The standard grid suits about ages 8 and up. Younger children can use the preschool or easy How to Make a version, and the large-print edition is easy on the eyes for seniors.
