A fully filled puzzle is needed because the Generator in chapter 3 expects a fully solved puzzle to start with !
In the Solver
A. Create the (empty) arrangement including the row 2 enumeration
B. Press Paint and check all is OK
C. Uncheck all check boxes (for methods/techniques) in the Methods section
D. Check the BruteForce/BackTrack checkbox
E. Press Step
… Solver solves an empty puzzle (may take a while)
if things take too long (more than several minutes):
The Solver finds a completely filled solution. Press Yes to "Keep it".
For Excel only: Contents of sheets can be copied using Buttons in the Generator.
You now have a solved puzzle in you arrangement
In chapter 3 the Generator of a new puzzle is explained