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When it comes to poker, you should take pride in having a small set of gentlemen’s rules. These are already well-known to most poker players, but it won’t hurt to go through the basics of them anyway.

Behaving respectfully at the poker table is a sign that you understand the game fully and that you take honor in mastering it. Being humble can never be a bad thing, as long as you play as aggressive as you have to. Also, poker etiquette makes the game more effective and smooth to play, as well as it stimulates the growth and popularity of poker. Remember that this is applicable in both the casinos and poker online.

Try not to be too systematic. An important part of poker playing is to be able to compromise, improvise, to roll with the punches. Of course it is a very good thing to be well aware of rules and strategies, but in the end of the day what really sharpens your manner and your game is your ability to take each situation as it comes. Don’t be afraid to trust your gut feeling. But analyze before you make your move.

Don’t fiddle with your cards or your chips. This makes you appear nervous and a bit obnoxious to the other players. So it doesn’t serve neither you nor them. Hold your cards still and leave the chips on the table in stacks in front of you. Never, ever, keep your cards or your chips in your lap!

Be loud and clear when laying your bet. Don’t mumble, this might appear suspicious or once again, just annoying.

Don’t eat while playing. For your own sake, don’t drink either. Of course you can have a beer by your side, but if possible, don’t drink too much or too strong drinks when you are still in the game. Champagne and booze are for celebrating. It will most certainly not help your game.

When you play online, just because you have the possibility to be anonymous, never be rude. If you are trying to get a rakeback, don’t focus too much on the math behind this, but play with your eyes and your memory. Your skills will only be clouded if you are trying to calculate how much you can gain from the poker bonus.
Good luck!