Complete guide with hints, spangram, and all theme words for Feb 13's puzzle
Strands Theme of Feb 13 is:
Think of a term for the tools used by a presenter or teacher to help an audience 'see' the information. It is a two-word compound (10 letters) that refers to items used to supplement a speech or lesson.
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Today's theme, "See what I mean?", focuses on the various methods we use to represent information or data through imagery rather than just text. It is all about the tools used to make complex ideas easier to understand at a glance.
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Strands answer for See what I mean? are revealed below!
Below is the complete solution for Today's Strands. Enjoy the game!

The spangram for February 13, 2026 Strands puzzle is "VISUALAIDS". It touches two opposite sides of the grid and relates to the theme "See what I mean?".
Today's Strands theme is "See what I mean?". This theme connects all the words you need to find in the puzzle.
There are 6 theme words in today's Strands puzzle, plus the spangram "VISUALAIDS".
A spangram is a special word in NYT Strands that touches two opposite sides of the grid and relates directly to the puzzle's theme. It uses every letter in the theme at least once.
Start by identifying the theme, then look for the spangram (it touches two sides). Use the hint button if you're stuck - it highlights one theme word. Work your way through the grid, connecting letters in any direction.