Just like a 3x3, insert the white corners and their corresponding side edges. You can use the standard (R U R' U') "sexy move" to slot these in.
Repeat this until all five gray edges are facing up. If you have a "line" or "arrow" shape, hold them at the 11 o'clock and 6 o'clock positions before performing the move. Algorithm: R U R' U R U2' R' (The "Sune" algorithm) megaminx-solver-cheat
The hardest part isn't the moves; it's finding the pieces. Stick to a consistent color order (e.g., White →right arrow →right arrow →right arrow Red) so you always know where to look next. Just like a 3x3, insert the white corners
Hold the puzzle so the unsolved corner is in the bottom-right. Do the moves until that corner is gray-side up. Do not rotate the whole puzzle to reach the next corner; only rotate the top layer to bring the next messy corner into that same bottom-right spot. Pro Tips for Beginners If you have a "line" or "arrow" shape,
This swaps edges until they match the side center colors. Hold one correct edge at the 6 o'clock position to rotate the others. Algorithm: U R U' L' U R' U' L
Do you have a on the last layer that isn't working with these algorithms? How to Solve a Megaminx! [Beginner Tutorial]
While doing the final R' D' R D moves, the rest of your puzzle will look scrambled. As long as you finish the full sequence for every corner, it will magically resolve itself at the very end.