05.11.2023, 16:00
Generally, editing a puzzle is acceptable, especially for the following reasons:
- rectification of an incorrect puzzle (multiple solutions or no solutions)
- clarification of the rules
- improved graphics or some other cosmetic changes
In your case, adding an explanation for the inequality sign is certainly acceptable. Keep in mind that there are always new puzzlers who haven't encountered some specific rules before; experienced puzzlers will often know what to do just from looking at a puzzle, newcomers won't.
While it is allowed, I would recommend not to make actual changes to a puzzle like adding or removing clues (unless necessary because a puzzle is incorrect of course).
- rectification of an incorrect puzzle (multiple solutions or no solutions)
- clarification of the rules
- improved graphics or some other cosmetic changes
In your case, adding an explanation for the inequality sign is certainly acceptable. Keep in mind that there are always new puzzlers who haven't encountered some specific rules before; experienced puzzlers will often know what to do just from looking at a puzzle, newcomers won't.
While it is allowed, I would recommend not to make actual changes to a puzzle like adding or removing clues (unless necessary because a puzzle is incorrect of course).