How to Solve a Rubik's Cube​?

Solving a Rubik’s Cube may seem complicated, but it follows a series of predictable steps. Here's a basic guide to solve the cube using the beginner's method, which is one of the most common approaches:

Step 1: Solve the White Cross

1. Choose the white center piece as your reference.
2. Make a white cross by positioning the white edge pieces around the white center piece. Ensure the other color on the edge pieces matches the center pieces of the adjacent sides (e.g., white-blue, white-red).
3. Align the cross so the colors of the edges also match the center pieces of the adjacent sides.

Step 2: Solve the White Corners

1. Find the white corner pieces (these are the pieces with three colors).
2. Position them above their corresponding colors (e.g., white-red-blue corner should go between the red, blue, and white centers).
3. Use the following algorithm to move the corner piece into place:
   • R' D' R D (Repeat until the white corner piece is in place).

Step 3: Solve the Middle Layer Edges

1. Turn the cube upside down, so the white layer is on the bottom.
2. Now solve the edges of the middle layer. To insert an edge, you need to determine whether it needs to go left or right.
   • For edges that need to move left, use this algorithm:
     • U' L' U L U F U' F'
   • For edges that need to move right, use this algorithm:
     • U R U' R' U' F' U F

Step 4: Create the Yellow Cross on the Top Layer

1. Make a yellow cross on the top layer. If you don't have a cross, use the following algorithm:
   • F R U R' U' R U R' U' R U R' U' F'
2. This will form a yellow cross on the top layer.

Step 5: Solve the Yellow Corners

1. Position the yellow corners correctly (even if they are not oriented correctly). You need to get all yellow corner pieces into the correct spots. Use the algorithm:
   • U R U' L' U R' U' L
2. Repeat this algorithm until the yellow corners are in the correct positions.

Step 6: Orient the Yellow Corners

1. If the yellow corners are in the right position but not oriented correctly, use the following algorithm to rotate the corners:
   • R' D' R D
2. Turn the top layer to position the next unsolved yellow corner in front of you, and repeat the algorithm until all corners are oriented correctly.

Step 7: Solve the Final Layer Edges

1. Finally, use this algorithm to move the edges into place and complete the cube:
   • R U' R U R U R U' R' U' R2

And you're done! The Rubik's Cube should now be solved. With practice, you can improve your speed and efficiency.

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