Work from both ends
List a few words one move from POOP, then look for a bridge connecting the current row to one of those endings.
Poople Strategy
Choose bridge words by future options, not just by how many letters already resemble POOP.
Prefer flexible bridges
Compare remaining route distance before counting neighbors. Among similarly short options, more legal neighbors can give useful alternatives.
Review the first divergence
After finishing, compare your route with par and study the first different move. That decision is usually more useful than memorizing the full answer.
What is the best Poople strategy?
Use bridge words and work backward from POOP. Do not only choose words that already look like the target.
Is a longer route wrong?
No. A longer legal route still solves the puzzle. The par route is a study tool for improving future attempts.
When should I use the solver?
Use the solver from your current accepted word when one hint is not enough. Read only the first next step if you still want to solve.