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How to Solve the Rubik’s Cube: An Easy Tutorial

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How to Solve the Rubik’s Cube: An Easy Tutorial

41,130,645 views October 27, 2017 37:39

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In brief

Master the Rubik’s Cube with a beginner-friendly, layer-by-layer method that minimizes memorization. This approach breaks down solving into clear stages, from the cross to the final edge placement, making it accessible for anyone starting out. No prior experience needed—just follow along step by step.

Key steps

  1. Insert the second-layer edges without disturbing the solved layers
  2. Form a yellow cross on the top layer as preparation for the final steps
  3. Position the last-layer corners using simple corner-swapping moves

Questions & answers

Is there a worksheet included to help with memorization?

Yes, the video comes with a downloadable worksheet containing all the algorithms and steps taught in the tutorial.

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Description from the creator

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Learn to solve the 3x3 cube with an easy, straightforward method! First taught by pro speedcuber Erik Akkersdijk, this method features a simple layer-by-layer approach and can be used to solve any scramble. It’s designed specifically to reduce intense thinking and memorization. Time to solve the cube!

This tutorial comes with a worksheet, which contains all the information taught in this video: cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0035/5205/1273/files/…

Troubleshooting guide: youtube.com/watch?v=Vj7D9eym930
Walkthrough solves: youtube.com/watch?v=SYUHH8Bbuds

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Time stamps
0:00 Introduction
0:42 Basic concepts
2:40 Notation
5:09 Cross
11:40 First layer corners
17:07 Second layer edges
23:15 Top yellow cross
25:45 Positioning the last layer corners
30:47 Twisting the last layer corners
34:01 Positioning the last layer edges
37:04 Closing thoughts

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TheCubicle published this 37:39 video tutorial on October 27, 2017. It has been watched 41,130,645 times on YouTube.

Channel
TheCubicle
Duration
37:39
Published
October 27, 2017
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