A Standard Crossword is a word puzzle typically presented in a square or rectangular grid. The grid consists of white and black squares, where players fill in the white squares with words based on given clues. Each word intersects with others, sharing letters at certain points, which adds to the challenge of solving the puzzle. The clues are usually categorized as "across" or "down," indicating the direction in which the words should be filled. Standard crosswords can vary in difficulty and are commonly found in newspapers, magazines, and online platforms, appealing to a wide range of puzzle enthusiasts.