Sumplete hints and solution for September 16, 2026

The row and column targets first, then the solved 5x5 and 7x7 grids if you need them. Nothing is revealed until you tap.

Daily#1,288
Daily grid5x5
Master#276
Master grid7x7

Sumplete hints for September 16, 2026 (#1,288)

The targets for the daily 5x5 grid. Open one at a time if you want to work it out yourself.

1
Row targets (5x5)15, 16, 11, 33, 10.
2
Column targets (5x5)16, 15, 15, 33, 6.
Spoiler

Sumplete solution today

Daily 5x5
75372159427316847371186793332637410161515336
Master 7x7
294326626294557118611547154676924171962191196145515175432229211319151692526

Green numbers stay; grey ones are deleted. Row and column targets are shown in black.

How to solve Sumplete #1,288

Tap a number to cross it out, tap again to keep it. When the sum of the remaining numbers in every row and every column matches its target, the puzzle is solved. Each puzzle has a unique solution.

Want the full method? Read our Sumplete strategy and tips, or check how to play Sumplete on the hub.

Sumplete tips for tomorrow

  • Find the rows that must keep everything. If a row's target equals the sum of all its numbers, nothing in it can be deleted.
  • Find the zeros. A target of zero means every number in that line goes.
  • Use large numbers. A number bigger than its row's target must be deleted.

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What is the Sumplete solution today?+

Keep the green numbers and delete the grey ones shown above for Sumplete #1,288 (September 16, 2026).

How does Sumplete work?+

Delete numbers from the grid so each row and column sums to the target shown beside it.

Where can I find past Sumplete answers?+

Every date in our archive has its own page on GameAnswers.com with the solved 5x5 and 7x7 grids.

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