First two layers
F2L Case 41: Trapped Pair
Pair already connected. Solve it with R U R' U2 R U2 R' U R U' R' — 11 moves on a harder case.
The algorithm
R U R' U2 R U2 R' U R U' R'Step through it
Watch F2L case 41 on a 3D cube
Move 1 of 110%
How to recognise it
- Pair already connected
- Stuck in wrong slot or position
- Need complete extraction
Alternative algorithms
Different finger tricks suit different grips. These solve the same case.
- R U2 R' U2 R U R' U R U' R'
Drill this case
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