Position

What is Position in Poker? Position Explained

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

Quick answer

Position — Where you sit relative to the dealer button. Later = better.

In more detail

Position is the single biggest edge in poker. In position you act last, see opponents’ moves, control pot size, and bluff more profitably.

Common questions

What does Position mean in poker?

Position is the single biggest edge in poker. In position you act last, see opponents’ moves, control pot size, and bluff more profitably.

How wide should I open from Position?

Opening ranges from Position 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.
Cutoff
The position one seat right of the button. Second-best position.
Dealer Button
The best position — last to act on every postflop street.
Small Blind
The smaller forced bet posted by the player left of the dealer.

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