Hello King Spew, so what I did was wrong? If yes I apologize, whenever I am putting a picture it needs to be in a link right?

I was responding to phatguy500's query. (your linked picture looks fine imo)

Ok, thanks.

Hello, I was hoping that someone could give me a formula (using the current pot size and effective stack size) for determining a turn bet size such that, when called, the pot would be exactly the size of the effective stack. Thanks for any help!

So you're looking for a bet size so that you've got a PSB left on the river? How would you think about working that out? Or, for that matter, how would that math genius who I put on ignore do it?



Use with caution. If you've got a pot of 100 and effective stacks of 110, your bet would be ******ed. If you've got a pot of 100 and effective stacks of 2000 your bet would be equally ******ed. If you've got a pot of 100 and effective stacks of 50, don't steal from the pot

sixfour, that is exactly what I was looking for. Thanks for the clear explanation!

Hey guys/gals.

I just recently started playing NLH seriously ( a couple of weeks) and I just barely got my HUD but I don’t really know what I’m supposed to be looking at when I’m checking out villain stats on live play. Like, if villain is very aggressive post flop, should I be even more aggressive? Stuff like that. Anyways, if somebody could tell me the basic things to focus on it’ll be greatly appreciated.

Thanks in advanced.

Hey dude, I’m a total noob too lol,if you’re reading this, can you tell me what chart are you using please or if somebody else is reading this can you tell me what software or charts to use in order to help my game ( so far I have flopzilla and driveHUD but i still have to learn how to use them lol)

As is often stated in these forums, Google is your friend. I typed "HUD stats" into Google, then I clicked on "videos." That will give you a lot of the information that you're looking for.

Any statistics/maths wizards here? Was playing an MTT on PartyPoker and this happened. Back to back to back TT and hit a set all three times.

it happens

50-50% right?

Hello! I started to play quite recently. How do I begin the game in the poker room? I play online poker in the casino. I afraid to play in the poker room. I'm afraid not to have time to figure out what to do? How to prepare yourself for playing poker room?

And I have another question.Can I get up and leave the poker table in the poker room if I tired to play or are there rules?

1. walk up to the poker desk and ask what games are running (some places have a board that has this info...but don't be afraid to ask anyway). Asked to be put on the waiting list for xxxx game (1/2 NL... 3/6 limit....etc). Kinda the same for a tourney... go to desk and sign up. Honestly, if you are feeling a bit overwhelmed your first time, just talk with the desk about what to do. There are no signals he will give to the other players like "here comes a fish". If you REALLY feel you will be unprepared for first time, call the poker room (desk) and say just that to the person who answers the phone: "Hi, I'm new to the game. How do I go about getting into a game at your casino?"

2. desk will call (or you get seated right away) and (a)give you chips or (b) have the chips brought to the table. Most have limits on amount to buyin...just ask. Generally look at the stacks at the table before you buyin and match the upper average....but as a generic, go with 100 big blinds in a NL game (1/2 buy in for $200). In a limit game, maybe start with a rack in a 3/6 game ($100) or 1½ in a 4/8 ($150). Easy to get more. Just ask the dealer.

3. sit and relax. play your game. You have WAY more time than you think to make decisions. Don't dawdle...but you should not ever feel pressure to bet quickly. As a matter of fact...make sure you do not act TOO quickly...it could be a tell.

4. On tip I will give you is to have stacked your chips in such a way to make it easier to bet without fumbling the chips. (BTW, if you have different colored chips, the larger denominations must be visible at the front-ish of your stack) Most people will stack chips in piles of 20 chips. I find it easier to do about half this way, the other half in 5s and 10s. Fixed limit is easier; no one cares about having your stacks of 20; I always have a few small stacks that are equal to a typical call and a typical raise. In a 3/6 game, I will have stacks of 6 and 12.

There are several threads on this subject in the 2+2 area General Poker>Live Casino poker. Use search function there.

Answer to second post: In a casino, you are allowed to get up and leave the table whenever you choose (you may need to post a blind upon return...the dealer will tell you.) Some rooms will pick up your chips and keep them at the desk if you are gone too long...and then your name goes back on the waiting list. In a full ring game, I usually get up in middle position to hit the restroom and usually get back in time to post my big blind.....I don't play a ton of hands in EP.

Also look in 2+2 forum General Poker> Poker Tells/Behavior

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Hello! How to start playing in online poker rooms? I learned all the rules of the poker game.I chose the poker room, I need micro -sets.I figured out the payment system.What else do I need to know before the first game?Are there simple manuals for beginners?
forgive me for my stupidity, again (

No manuals...you are on your own when you take a seat in a game.

Do you want to play tournaments or cash games?

If cash, you will be choosing between Full Ring (9 or 10 at a table) or 6Max (6 at a table). You also have the option to play heads up against one opponent,,,though I DO NOT recommend you do this as your bankroll is likely to be lost very quickly playing headsup.

A tournament guy will need to answer you specifically in this thread as I have very little experience.

One tip to consider: If the site you are playing on has Play Money games, I recommend you start there for a while to give you the feel of game play. Once you start on the Real Money tables, the players will be tougher. But by playing on the Play Money tables, you will get comfortable with all the mechanics of the game...folding, calling, betting, raising. And if you pay attention, you will watch the other players to see how they play the game: Are they tight or loose, passive or aggressive....

GL

Hey had a question about 1-tabling vs 4-6 tabling, more tables general means less marginal spots for example we will open a bit tighter etc. because we can't focus as much postflop but if say we are 1-tabling live i feel it's much easier because we can literally count v's range down to last combo so generally play more hands etc.?

Thank you for such a detailed response аnd for such a quick reply!
I will follow your recommendations!

Can I ask one more question? I'm now preparing for my first real game. How can I prepare mentally so as not to be nervous?In which section of the forum does it make sense to look?

There is a thread on the first page right now about spotting your own tells ....but don't limit yourself to the first page...

Hello this is my first post and I am playing 6Max 10NL.

I just wanted some initial advice on this screen clipping of my holdem manager session.

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This is embarrassing and atrocious haha but I thought if I'm going to go for the least amount of embarrassment I'll put it in the dumb question thread ha thanks.

I have played maybe 90k hands freerolls, micro tournaments, and micro cash and I know a little bit but apparently I don't because I'm just losing baaaad.

I don't know what the problem is but I was hoping some of you regulars can look at the stats for that session and maybe point out the leaks that standout to you the most. I also have no idea at all why my red line is much higher then my net won line.

Thanks so much

redcorvett, acanning

You have made an identical thread in BQ so I don't think we should have two discussions going on. Please continue to follow and post in that thread....not here unless you have a specific Dumb Question.

Dumb Questions isn't where you hammer out strat issues..... I like that you have a thread for this.