How AI-generated crossword clues actually work
September 2026
The grid is never touched by AI. Only the clues are, and every one is checked before it reaches you — here's the actual mechanism.
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Notes on crosswords, puzzle file formats, and how we build things.
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What "public domain" actually means for a crossword
September 2026
Free crossword archives are everywhere. Legitimately public-domain ones, with real provenance, are rarer than they look.
How to open a .puz file on iPhone
September 2026
A .puz file lands in your Mail or Files app and nothing knows what to do with it. Here's why, and what actually opens one.