How should beginners learn a 3x3 cube?

Layer-by-layer 3x3 cube learning path

Layer-by-layer is the most approachable first method for many 3x3 learners.

  1. 1White cross
  2. 2First-layer corners
  3. 3Second-layer edges
  4. 4Top cross
  5. 5Top orientation
  6. 6Corner and edge permutation

WCA timer

Practice with WCA timing, 15-second inspection, ao5/ao12, sessions, recent solves, and long-term trends.

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