How it works

See the shape. Scan for the fit.

Start with the clearest gap or piece on the table. PuzPal saves that shape, then checks the other side live as you move.

Start with one clear shape Matching stays on device Wait for a steady fit

Capture Save one clear shape

Scan Move the other side through view

The basic flow

Three simple steps at the puzzle table.

PuzPal works best when you give it one good starting shape and one candidate at a time.

Start with the empty spot or loose piece that is easiest to frame cleanly.

Move one piece or one gap through the scan zone while PuzPal compares it live.

A likely match has to hold steady. PuzPal does not jump at the first flicker.

What your iPhone is doing

PuzPal uses the live camera view in front of you. It works from shape, not cloud uploads or puzzle-artwork guesses.

Finds the shape

It looks inside the guide for one clear gap or one clear loose piece.

Saves the outline

It traces the visible shape so it can compare the next one against it.

Uses extra checks for full shapes

Full gaps and full pieces can get stronger side and corner checks.

Stays cautious on close calls

If a result is borderline, PuzPal can use a small extra check before showing more confidence.

Best results

It is fast, but it still needs a clear look at the puzzle. Clean framing makes the match feel much more reliable.

One subject at a time

Avoid piles, overlapping pieces, and crowded frames.

Good light helps

Clear contrast beats glare, deep shadow, and dim light.

Edge mode is a fallback

Use it to narrow the search when a full shape is hard to capture.