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How to Solve LinkedIn Mini Sudoku: Compact Grid Mastery

By LogicPuzzleHub Team••14 min read
LinkedIn Mini Sudoku 6x6 compact logic grid puzzle
LinkedIn Mini Sudoku: Solve 6x6 grids using row, column, box constraints

Mini Sudoku vs Standard Sudoku

LinkedIn Mini Sudoku uses 6x6 grids divided into six 2x3 boxes. Numbers 1-6 used exactly once per row, column, and box. Compact size means fewer givens but tighter constraints.

Beginner Techniques

  1. Naked Singles: Cells with only one possible number
  2. Hidden Singles: Number appears only once in row/column/box
  3. Naked Pairs: Two cells with identical candidates → eliminate from row/column/box

Intermediate: Pointing Pairs & Claiming Pairs

Box with two candidates in same row → eliminate those candidates from that row in other boxes.

Advanced: X-Wing Pattern

Two rows with identical candidates in same columns → those columns can only contain the candidates in those rows.

FAQ

6x6 vs 9x9 Sudoku?

Fewer cells means more constraint propagation per move. Solve time similar despite smaller grid.