Solve a Rubik's Cube

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90 minutes

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After 90 min: Solve a Rubik's cube in under 2 minutes using the beginner's layer-by-layer method

What you need

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The 90-Minute Plan

Learn Cube Notation0–15 min

Understand U (up), D (down), L (left), R (right), F (front), B (back), and prime (opposite direction). Master turn notations

Solve the White Cross15–35 min

Get white center on bottom. Create cross matching colors. This layer's foundation determines success for whole cube

Complete the First Layer35–55 min

Place white corner pieces. Use the right-hand algorithm R U R' U' repeatedly if needed. All white pieces match side colors

Solve the Middle Layer55–75 min

Place edge pieces without moving white cross. Master moving pieces side-to-side using specific algorithms. No guessing

Solve the Yellow Cross and Top75–90 min

Create yellow cross on top (might not match), then permute and orient top layer pieces. Use algorithms until cube is solved

Pro Tip

The Rubik's cube is a puzzle of algorithms, not luck. Memorize 2-3 core algorithms and apply strategically

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