Position

What is Under the Gun in Poker? Position Explained

Also known as UTG

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

Quick answer

Under the Gun (UTG) — The first player to act preflop. Worst seat at a 6+ player table.

In more detail

Open ranges from UTG are the tightest at the table — typically 12–17% in modern 6-max.

Common questions

What does Under the Gun mean in poker?

Open ranges from UTG are the tightest at the table — typically 12–17% in modern 6-max.

How wide should I open from Under the Gun?

Opening ranges from Under the Gun 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.
OOP
Acting before your opponent on every street after the flop.

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