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CFOP stands for Cross, F2L, OLL, PLL - the most popular speedcubing method. Build a cross first, solve the first two layers together, orient the last layer using algorithms, then permute it to finish, with advanced solvers memorizing 78 OLL and 21 PLL sets.

Solving a Rubik's Cube means choosing a method first: Layer-by-Layer for beginners, CFOP (Cross, F2L, OLL, PLL) for speed, or Roux and ZZ for advanced solvers - then learning that method's specific algorithms and practicing until the moves become memorized.

Solve an Axis Cube like a 3x3, but its pieces shift and change shape as you turn it. First restore the standard cube shape by aligning the axis pieces correctly, then apply regular 3x3 algorithms for the corners and edges to complete the solve fully.

Using the same method as a standard 3x3, since the pieces are identical in shape and move pattern - only the size of each piece differs instead of the color, so all your usual 3x3 algorithms still work perfectly.