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Last Layer Overview

Introduction​

What is the Last Layer?​

  • Final stage of cube solution
  • Yellow face (traditionally)
  • Consists of OLL and PLL steps
  • Most algorithm-intensive part

Components​

Last Layer Pieces​

  1. Four corners
  2. Four edges
  3. Center piece
  4. Multiple possible states

Solving Phases​

  1. Edge orientation (OLL)
  2. Corner orientation (OLL)
  3. Edge permutation (PLL)
  4. Corner permutation (PLL)

Approach Methods​

Beginner Method​

  • Two-look OLL
  • Two-look PLL
  • Fewer algorithms
  • More steps

Advanced Method​

  • Full OLL (57 algorithms)
  • Full PLL (21 algorithms)
  • Faster execution
  • More efficient