Description

A unit used to measure storage capacity. One byte equals about one character
Technology that makes communication easier and more efficient.
The file currently open and active. Actions and commands affect the current file.
A location on disk where you can store files.
Computers, printers, and other devices.
Text or graphics that are linked to another location. When you click a hyperlink, the destination is displayed. Often referred to simply as "link".
A picture used to identify an element onscreen, such as a toolbar button.
The use of computers to collect, store, and distribute information. Also the various technologies used in processing, storing, and communicating business and personal information.
The flashing vertical line that indicates where typed text will display.
In Microsoft Windows 7, a location where you can view files and folders that are actually stored in other locations on your computer system.
A list of commands or choices.
A device that allows you to select items onscreen by pointing at them with the mouse pointer.
A smooth, cushioned surface on which you slide a mouse.
A marker on your computer screen that shows you where the next mouse action will occur.
Icon, menu, or other item that is part of an onscreen interface.
Temporary memory a computer uses to store information while it is processing.
Fixed memory stored on a chip in a computer that provides startup and other system instructions.
A device that converts printed documents into digital file formats.
To page through a document in order to view contents that is not currently displayed.
A wheel on some mouse devices used to navigate through a document onscreen.
Programs that provide the instructions for a computer or other hardware device.
A group of software programs sold as a single unit. Usually the programs have common features that make it easy to integrate and share data.
A computer device or component used to store data such as programs and files.
A folder stored within another folder.
The area onscreen where a program or document is displayed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is a crossword?

Crossword puzzles have been published in newspapers and other publications since 1873. They consist of a grid of squares where the player aims to write words both horizontally and vertically.

Next to the crossword will be a series of questions or clues, which relate to the various rows or lines of boxes in the crossword. The player reads the question or clue, and tries to find a word that answers the question in the same amount of letters as there are boxes in the related crossword row or line.

Some of the words will share letters, so will need to match up with each other. The words can vary in length and complexity, as can the clues.

Who is a crossword suitable for?

The fantastic thing about crosswords is, they are completely flexible for whatever age or reading level you need. You can use many words to create a complex crossword for adults, or just a couple of words for younger children.

Crosswords can use any word you like, big or small, so there are literally countless combinations that you can create for templates. It is easy to customise the template to the age or learning level of your students.

How do I create a crossword template?

For the easiest crossword templates, WordMint is the way to go!

Pre-made templates

For a quick and easy pre-made template, simply search through WordMint’s existing 500,000+ templates. With so many to choose from, you’re bound to find the right one for you!

Create your own from scratch

  • Log in to your account (it’s free to join!)
  • Head to ‘My Puzzles’
  • Click ‘Create New Puzzle’ and select ‘Crossword’
  • Select your layout, enter your title and your chosen clues and answers
  • That’s it! The template builder will create your crossword template for you and you can save it to your account, export as a word document or pdf and print!

How do I choose the clues for my crossword?

Once you’ve picked a theme, choose clues that match your students current difficulty level. For younger children, this may be as simple as a question of “What color is the sky?” with an answer of “blue”.

Are crosswords good for students?

Crosswords are a great exercise for students' problem solving and cognitive abilities. Not only do they need to solve a clue and think of the correct answer, but they also have to consider all of the other words in the crossword to make sure the words fit together.

Crosswords are great for building and using vocabulary.

If this is your first time using a crossword with your students, you could create a crossword FAQ template for them to give them the basic instructions.

Can I print my crossword template?

All of our templates can be exported into Microsoft Word to easily print, or you can save your work as a PDF to print for the entire class. Your puzzles get saved into your account for easy access and printing in the future, so you don’t need to worry about saving them at work or at home!

Can I create crosswords in other languages?

Crosswords are a fantastic resource for students learning a foreign language as they test their reading, comprehension and writing all at the same time. When learning a new language, this type of test using multiple different skills is great to solidify students' learning.

We have full support for crossword templates in languages such as Spanish, French and Japanese with diacritics including over 100,000 images, so you can create an entire crossword in your target language including all of the titles, and clues.