Get quick and convenient access to just the hints you need for The Testament of Sherlock Holmes, without staying on our website. Just download a free trial
version of our UHS Reader software and
a copy of these hints. You will get the
same gradual hints you see here -- unlike ordinary cheats or a
walkthrough that can spoil your game.
You can also buy the full version of the UHS Reader
for Windows or macOS. For just $14.95, you get full access to hints for
hundreds of games and 1 year of free updates. You can also search, decode, or print an entire
game's worth of hints at once.
Ask the Author
If you have questions about a puzzle that aren't answered
anywhere in these hints,
you may contact the author.
The Testament of Sherlock Holmes Hints
How can I get Holmes to move the rug?
1 of 5: Start by examining the rug's two hotspots.
2 of 5: They're both ink-stain-related, so look for the source of the stain.
3 of 5: Check the small table that's near one end of the rug.
4 of 5: Examine its hotspot to get Holmes to conclude that the rug has been moved recently.
5 of 5: You can then click on a hand icon in the center of the rug to get it moved out of the way.
