The Midi

Midi Crossword is a daily midsize crossword puzzle from The New York Times that splits the difference between the quick Mini and the full-sized daily, giving you a satisfying solve in just a few minutes.

Each day brings a fresh grid, usually around 7x7 or 9x9, with clues that range from straightforward to cleverly tricky. It's built for solvers who want more than a quick hit but don't have time for the big grid.

• Solve directly in your browser with a clean, responsive interface.
• Click or tap a clue to jump to that entry in the grid.
• Use Check Square, Check Word, or Check Puzzle if you get stuck.
• Reveal options available if you need a nudge forward.
• Autocheck mode flags wrong answers as you type.
• A new puzzle drops daily.
• Requires a New York Times Games subscription to play.

Why we like it:

• ✅Perfectly sized for a coffee break or commute without feeling rushed.
• ✅NYT quality cluing with clever wordplay and fresh themes.
• ✅Archives let you go back and solve past puzzles at your own pace.

Hint: Start with the short fill and work outward. Three and four letter answers are usually the easiest to lock down, and they give you crossing letters that crack the tougher clues wide open.