Prefer matches lower on the board
Clears near the bottom pull more pieces downward, which gives you a better chance at extra cascades.
Match 3 Guide
Match 3 Guide
Match-3 scores rise faster when each move improves the board, even before the combo appears.
Combo Setup
Build future pairs, not lonely singles
A swap is stronger when it leaves nearby colors close to another match instead of scattering them apart again.
Look one move ahead
The best swap often clears now and leaves a second near-match ready for the very next turn.