Getting Started with Math Sudoku

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Overview

This tutorial introduces you to creating your first puzzles with Puzzle Maker Pro – Math Sudoku and Puzzle Maker Pro – Math Sudoku Creator Edition.
You’ll learn how to set up the puzzle size, difficulty, and equations so you can quickly generate math-infused Sudoku puzzles for books, classrooms, or marketing projects.

Required Modules

Preparation

Before you start:

  • Ensure you have Puzzle Maker Pro v2025.11.0 or newer installed.
  • Install the module and ensure it’s activated.
  • Decide on the Sudoku size you want to create.
  • Prepare a folder for your output puzzles.
  • Optionally, decide on your equation style and number ranges.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Select the Math Sudoku Module

  1. In Puzzle Maker Pro, use the Puzzle Type dropdown to choose Math Sudoku.
  2. The main workspace will switch to display Math Sudoku tabs: Settings, Levels, Numbers, Branding, Style.
Select the Math Sudoku module

2. Configure Puzzle Basics (Settings Tab)

  1. Sudoku Size – Choose 4×4, 6×6, or 9×9.
  2. Sudoku Difficulty – Select a level from Easy to Expert (up to 7 levels for 9×9; smaller grids have fewer).
  3. Equations –
    • Set the number of equations.
    • Choose to display them in 1 or 2 columns.
    • Add operators: multiplication/division (plus/minus are always on).
  4. Layout – Choose the placement of the math and Sudoku grid on the page.
Math and Layout settings for Math Sudoku

3. Define Your Numbers (Numbers Tab)

  1. Use Default Range (1–4, 1–6, 1–9) or
  2. Enter a Custom Range (e.g., 100–200) or
  3. Use a Value List (e.g., 2,4,8,16 for a 4×4 puzzle).
  4. This controls both the Sudoku digits and equation results.
Math sudoku - set the number range
Math Sudoku - using a custom value list for numbers

4. Preview and Adjust

  1. Click Next Preview to generate a sample puzzle.
  2. Adjust difficulty, equation settings, or layout until the puzzle matches your needs.
  3. Use the Preview panel toggle to see Puzzle, Solution, or Both. (In tutorials, we usually set it to Both).
Math Sudoku - Preview puzzle, solution or both

5. Save Your Settings as a Preset

  1. When you are satisfied with your setup, open the Presets menu.
  2. Choose Save Preset, give it a descriptive name, and confirm.
  3. You can later load this preset to instantly apply your preferred Math Sudoku settings.
Saving as a preset

6. Set Output Settings

  1. Go to the Output Settings tab.
  2. Choose file format (JPG, PNG, Transparent PNG).
    • Math Sudoku always saves PDF, and optionally SVG
    • Creator Edition always saves Interactive PDF
  3. Set resolution and select your output folder.

7. Create Your Puzzle

Click Create to generate and save your puzzle(s).

Outcome

By following these steps, you’ll have a fully generated Math Sudoku puzzle with equations — ready to use in print or digital form. You will also have a saved preset for quick reuse in future projects.

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