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How to solve
“This strange crossword makes no sense”

Cryptic clue hints (click to reveal). For a list of methods, view Cryptic Clue Reference sheet from DASH (PDF)

Hints after filling in cryptic crossword

Part 1, Hint 1

Notice the bolts on the main crossword, they pinpoint a letter.

Part 1, Hint 2

In the "Pixel Puzzles" logo in the bottom right, note the letters that are highlighted also have bolt design on it.

Part 2, Hint 1

The "Pixel Puzzles" logo indicates five words. When read from top to bottom, what does it say?

Part 2, Hint 2

There are gray dashes on the crossword at the pixel level. Slice the crossword into different pieces.

Part 2, Hint 3

The pieces will connect together like a jigsaw puzzle. A pixel jigsaw puzzle.

Part 2, Hint 4

The bolts on the pieces indicate which pieces are stationary, and which pieces can be moved around.

Part 2, Hint 5

Zoom in closely to see light brown dashes on each piece. Each set of dashes can be paired with another set of dashes (of the same number) on another piece.