The Rubik's Cube

Basic notations

R: Rotate the right layer clockwise.

R’: Rotate the right layer anti-clockwise.

L: Rotate the left layer clockwise.

L’: Rotate the left layer anti-clockwise.

U: Rotate the top layer clockwise.

U’: Rotate the top layer anti-clockwise.

F: Rotate the front layer clockwise.

F’: Rotate the front layer anti-clockwise.

3×3 Algorithms

An algorithm in the context of solving a Rubik’s cube is an operation or a series of sequences and rotations that will help move the blocks to the desired outcome.

• F2L (first two layers) – This algorithm allows you to solve the first two layers of the cube at the same time.
• The “Beginner’s Method” / Ruwix Method – Solve the cube layer by layer.
• CFOP Method (Fridrich Method) – Stands for Cross, First 2 Layers, Orientation, Permutation. This method is a more advanced and faster, it builds upon the beginner’s method.