How to make a crossword for the New York Times
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Published 2013-04-23
We mention a few resources in the video -- here are some links.
CrossFire: beekeeperlabs.com/crossfire/
Cruciverb: www.cruciverb.com/
Patrick Berry's book: amzn.to/Y2NvFV
Onelook: www.onelook.com/
... and of course, Crossword Nexus: www.crosswordnexus.com/
All Comments (18)
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This was really interesting. I had no idea how crosswords are made. I didn’t realize that clues come at the end. Makes sense now that I think about it.
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All lucid and respiring hominids had better opt for the upward facing, opposable digit or threat ender. I did. Thanks
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Dang, I had no idea the fill was automated. Kinda takes the magic out of it a little...
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This is very informative.
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I thought writing the clues was the most important part of a crossword puzzle. I'd prefer to do that than choose words. Creating an A.I that does this would be a pretty impressive feat as well.
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I love a crossword. I had absolutely no idea how they were constructed. It blew my mind that there is a computer program that does it for you. OMG
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8:15 - WAIT! Does this feature automatically email your puzzle to NYT???
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I have no idea what featheredfan is talking about. All I know is this video gets a big thumbs up.
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Did this puzzle get published?
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HOW DO YOU PLAY IT!? I CAN’T GO IN!
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A cool video but man that high pitched tone in the background is pretty harsh on the ears
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How to put in black sqers?
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Can I use my own words
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My opposable digit is up!
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Make me some for the Houston are c stiff. Pppppppppleeeeesssssse
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2:45 except it's a really uninteresting theme ;)
