Poker Strategy / Tutorials

Poker Strategy / Tutorials

A diagram illustrating the position and rules of the small blind at a Texas Hold'em table.

Small Blind

Poker Strategy / Tutorials, Texas Hold'em Terminology Dictionary

The small blind is one of the two mandatory betting positions in Texas Hold'em, located to the left of the button. Before each hand begins, the small blind player must deposit a certain number of chips into the pot.

This article will provide a complete overview of the Small Blind's location, rules, turn order, and common strategies, helping players understand the challenges and value of this unique location.

Button placement on a Texas Hold'em poker table and informational advantages diagram.

Button position

Poker Strategy / Tutorials, Texas Hold'em Terminology Dictionary

The Button position is one of the most important and consistently the most profitable positions in Texas Hold'em. Because the Button almost always acts last in each betting round, it possesses the greatest informational advantage.

This article will provide a complete introduction to the definition of Button, its action order, its positional advantages, and how professional players use Button to maximize profits.

A diagram illustrating the role of the dealer in a Texas Hold'em poker game and the dealing process.

Dealer/Card Dealer

Poker Strategy / Tutorials, Texas Hold'em Terminology Dictionary

A dealer is a person in a Texas Hold'em poker game responsible for dealing cards, managing the game flow, and maintaining order. In a live poker room, the dealer is a real, on-site staff member; in online poker, the dealer is an automated system.

This article will provide a complete introduction to the functions of the Dealer, the relationship between the Button and the Dealer, and common dealing rules in Texas Hold'em.