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Nancy Drew: Secret of the Scarlet Hand Hints

Using Objects

  • Everything that Nancy can pick up is important, even if you have no idea why or where it could be used when you first find it.

    If an object has any special markings on it, make a note of them before putting in your inventory.

    Also look to see if an item can be turned around or over. (Sometimes important clues can be found on the back.)

    To use something in the play screen, click on it in the inventory window. Your cursor will change to look like the item. Red highlighting will appear when you pass your cursor over a "hot spot" to click on.