Mini Sudoku (Free Printable PDF)
Short on time? A mini sudoku delivers a complete logic puzzle you can finish in a few minutes. It shrinks the classic idea down to a small grid using just the digits one to six, with generous starting clues that keep it gentle and quick. Each fresh puzzle has a single solution reachable by simple deduction, so there is no guessing and no long slog. It makes a lovely warm-up for the brain, a pocket-sized distraction for a commute, and an easy first step for anyone new to number puzzles. Fill every line and block without repeating a digit, solve it right on the screen, and print a neat PDF with the answer key whenever you would rather play on paper.
How to make it
- Press Generate for a fresh mini sudoku.
- Fill the small grid with the digits 1 to 6, no repeats in any line or block.
- Solve online, or print the PDF with the answer key.
Frequently asked questions
How big is a mini sudoku?
It is a compact six-cell-square grid using the digits one to six, much quicker than a full-size sudoku.
Is it easy?
Yes, it ships with plenty of starting digits, so it stays gentle and is great for beginners and quick breaks.
Does it have one answer?
Yes, each mini puzzle has a single solution you can reach with simple logic, no guessing required.