Start with the 3D cube, a set of photos, or the colors on your cube. Follow the solution one turn at a time.
Play and solve in 3D
Click a sticker to turn a face, or choose Scramble to mix the cube instantly. Select Solve my cube to get an animated solution from its current state. Pause, replay, and move through the sequence at your own pace. No color entry is needed.
Upload photos of your cube
Photograph all six faces of your physical Rubik's Cube. Follow the orientation guide and align the grid with each face. Review the detected sticker colors, correct any mistakes, and start your step-by-step 3D solution.
Enter colors manually
Keep white on top and green facing you. Choose a color, then fill in each face's nine stickers. The center identifies the face. The solver checks color counts and cube constraints before finding the moves to restore all six sides.
New to R, U, and F? The Rubik's Cube notation guide explains each face, turn direction, and symbol with interactive examples.
Rubik's Cube solver FAQ
Can I solve a real Rubik’s Cube from photos?
Yes. Upload six photos of your cube, one for each face. Keep the face orientation shown in the photo guide and place the cube in even light. Align the four grid corners with the outer corners of each face. CubeOrbit samples all 54 sticker colors, then lets you review them before calculating a solution. Your cube should use the standard white, yellow, red, orange, green, and blue color scheme.
What if the photo solver detects the wrong color?
Shadows, reflections, and warm indoor lighting can make two sticker colors look similar. In the review grid, select the correct color and tap the sticker you want to change. Each color must appear exactly nine times, and each face has a fixed center. If the checker reports an impossible cube, review both the colors and the orientation of your six photos before trying again.
Do I need to enter colors for the on-screen cube?
No. The interactive 3D cube records every face turn automatically. Choose Scramble for a mixed cube, or click individual stickers to make your own pattern. Then choose Solve my cube. You can reset the cube at any time using the reset control in the upper corner. Manual color entry is only needed when you want to match a physical cube.
How do I follow a step-by-step Rubik’s Cube solution?
Hold your physical cube in the same orientation as the 3D model before starting. Press Play to watch the sequence, or use Next step to make one turn at a time. Slow playback to 0.5× if you need more time. You can pause, revisit a move, or drag the background to inspect another side. Turning the view changes your viewing angle; it does not add a move to the solution.
Why are the moves different from the beginner method?
The solver calculates a short sequence from your current cube state. The beginner method follows a repeatable series of stages: first layer, middle layer, then last layer. Both can solve the same cube, but they serve different needs. Use the solver to follow a solution now, and the beginner guide to learn how to recognize pieces and decide on the next move yourself.
Is CubeOrbit free, and do my photos stay private?
The 3×3 Rubik’s Cube solver is free to use without an account. Cube states, uploaded photos, and color detection are processed in your browser. CubeOrbit does not upload your cube photos to a server. You can use the animated solver, manual color entry, beginner lessons, and selected cube algorithms directly on a phone, tablet, or desktop browser that supports WebGL.