Position

What is Cutoff in Poker? Position Explained

Also known as CO

Cutoff is a poker position. Here's where it sits at the table, when you act, and how to play it.

Quick answer

Cutoff (CO) — The position one seat right of the button. Second-best position.

In more detail

From the CO you act before the BTN but still in late position vs the blinds. Open ranges from CO are roughly 25–30% in modern 6-max.

Common questions

What does Cutoff mean in poker?

From the CO you act before the BTN but still in late position vs the blinds. Open ranges from CO are roughly 25–30% in modern 6-max.

How wide should I open from Cutoff?

Opening ranges from Cutoff vary by skill level and game type. See our preflop charts for hand-by-hand recommendations across all six 6-max positions.

Related terms

Big Blind (BB)
The forced bet posted by the player two seats left of the dealer.
Dealer Button
The best position — last to act on every postflop street.
Position
Where you sit relative to the dealer button. Later = better.
Small Blind
The smaller forced bet posted by the player left of the dealer.

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