3x3 Rubik’s Cube Solution | Tutorial and Algorithms

At Cube Quest, our “3x3 Rubik’s Cube Solution” provides tutorials and algorithms designed for all levels, from beginners to advanced cubers. Whether you’re learning how to create the cross for the first time or mastering advanced techniques like F2L, OLL, and PLL, this guide offers all the steps to solve the cube as quickly as possible. No matter your skill level, you’ll find the guidance you need to take your cube-solving skills to the next level.

Tutorials

Rubik's Cube Notation Explained (R, U, F, Primes, 2)

Face letters, primes, doubles, slices, and wide moves—learn the symbols speedcubers use so you can follow any written algorithm or walkthrough.

Rubik's Cube Beginner Tutorial (Step-by-Step)

Walk through each stage of a simple 3×3 solve: cross, corners, edges, then the top layer—written for first-time solvers.

Rubik's Cube Basic Moves Practice | Cube Quest

Warm up with the classic R-turn and L-turn drills—step-by-step pictures so your hands learn the motion before you follow longer tutorials.

Algorithms (CFOP)

Step-by-step F2L, OLL, and PLL hubs—each section lists every case with notation and diagrams.

F2L — 41 CFOP Cases (First Two Layers)

Step up from the cross: intuitive basics, full algorithm index, and slot-by-slot references to speed up middle-layer pairing.

OLL — 57 CFOP Cases (Last Layer Orientation)

Browse every OLL pattern: notation, images, and main algorithms. Use the favorites-friendly complete page when you want a shorter practice list.

PLL — 21 CFOP Last-Layer Permutations

Finish the cube: browse every PLL shape, then open each case for execution algs, setups, and extras used in modern 3×3 speedsolving.