Can I make a custom word search puzzle?
Yes. Enter a title, optional theme, and your own list of words. The generator places the words automatically and fills the remaining grid with random letters.
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Free Word Search Generator
Create a printable word search from your own theme and word list. The puzzle and answer key update instantly as you edit.
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Printable word search maker questions
Build classroom word searches, themed activity sheets, and custom puzzles without paid APIs or extra software.
Can I print the word search?
Yes. Use Print puzzle for the unsolved worksheet, or download a PDF for a printable file.
Does it include an answer key?
Yes. The live preview can switch to the answer key, and you can download the answer key as its own PDF.
What difficulty options are supported?
Easy uses horizontal and vertical words, Medium adds diagonals, and Hard can include backwards directions. You can override diagonal and backwards toggles directly.