Online Poker Tells

Some people believe that there is no way to spot a 'tell' whilst playing (online poker), but they are definitely wrong! Below, are five online tells that you should learn to spot in order to improve your game.

1. The Quick Checker - This is a good one to spot. Some players use an automatic function to instantly check when the action comes to them. This means that they were ready to check BEFORE the action turned… Well, possibly! A good time to steal the pot?

2. The Wait and Better - Watching how long players take to bet as they check their cards is a fine art to be picked up on. Once you know someone’s habits, if you notice someone waiting and checking, there is a chance they could be bluffing. An opportunity to steal the pot with a decent wager?

3. Common Betting Patterns - It's important to quickly suss out what the betting patterns of the other players are, through their betting amounts. Online, you can even make notes on the computer if you want to!

4. Fast betters - People do this for a variety of reasons, but there is a strong chance that it is a bluff. Compare with the betting patterns as mentioned above.

5. Someone telling you their hand - In the chat window you may find someone telling you their hand… The information is more likely than not a lie, but what you do with it is up to you!