Name: Free Printable Crossword Puzzle Maker
Author: Jolly Grid

Question 1

How do I make a crossword puzzle with my own words?

Accepted Answer

Type each word followed by a colon and its clue (e.g., PLANET : A body that orbits a star), one per line. Click Generate and Jolly Grid's algorithm will automatically arrange the words into a crossword grid with intersecting letters.

Question 2

Does the crossword maker include an answer key?

Accepted Answer

Yes! Toggle 'Show Answer Key' to generate a second page with all letters filled in. Both the puzzle and answer key print together.

Question 3

How many words can I put in a crossword puzzle?

Accepted Answer

You can enter up to 20 words. The algorithm places as many as possible on a 20×20 grid. Words that share common letters are more likely to be placed successfully.

Question 4

Is this crossword maker free to use?

Accepted Answer

Yes, it's completely free with no sign-up or account required. Create and print unlimited crossword puzzles for your classroom, homeschool, or personal use.