Notations (2025)

Square-1 Notations

Luke Terzich

The Layout Each move in a Square-1 algorithm is wrapped inside 2 brackets like this (1,0). The number before the comma means we are turning the top layer, and the number after the comma means we are turning the bottom layer. Example: (1,0) (3,2) (-1,0) The Number The number denotes how many...

7x7 Notations

Luke Terzich

In cubing, "notation" refers to the system of symbols and letters used to describe moves on a cube. It allows cubers to follow along with "algorithms" (a sequence of moves that are required for switching specific pieces on a cube). Here’s an overview of the basic 7x7 notation: Basic Notation F R...

6x6 Notation

Luke Terzich

In cubing, "notation" refers to the system of symbols and letters used to describe moves on a cube. It allows cubers to follow along with "algorithms" (a sequence of moves that are required for switching specific pieces on a cube). Here’s an overview of the basic 6x6 notation: Basic Notation F R...

X Y Z Rotations in Cubing Notations

Luke Terzich

What exactly do X, Y and Z mean in speed cubing notations? Let's dive on in. Clockwise or Anti-Clockwise? X Look at the cube from the X axis (right face) as shown in the image above and rotate the cube clockwise X' Look at the cube from the X axis (right face)...

5x5 Notation

Luke Terzich

In cubing, "notation" refers to the system of symbols and letters used to describe moves on a cube. It allows cubers to follow along with "algorithms" (a sequence of moves that are required for switching specific pieces on a cube). Here’s an overview of the basic Pyraminx notation: Basic Notation U R F D L...

Megaminx Notation

Luke Terzich

In cubing, "notation" refers to the system of symbols and letters used to describe moves on a cube. It allows cubers to follow along with "algorithms" (a sequence of moves that are required for switching specific pieces on a cube). Here’s an overview of the basic Pyraminx notation: Basic Notation U D R Notation Examples...

Pyraminx Notation

Luke Terzich

In cubing, "notation" refers to the system of symbols and letters used to describe moves on a cube. It allows cubers to follow along with "algorithms" (a sequence of moves that are required for switching specific pieces on a cube). Here’s an overview of the basic Pyraminx notation: Basic Notation U L R Tips u...

4x4 Notation

Luke Terzich

In cubing, "notation" refers to the system of symbols and letters used to describe moves on a cube. It allows cubers to follow along with "algorithms" (a sequence of moves that are required for switching specific pieces on a cube). Here’s an overview of the basic 4x4 notation: Basic Notation F R U B D...