Counting cards in poker is a strategy used by players to track the ratio of high cards to low cards remaining in the deck. While card counting is more commonly associated with blackjack, the concept can be applied to certain poker variants, especially when playing against a house or in games with multiple decks.
The basic principle involves assigning values to different cards. Typically, high cards （10, J, Q, K, A） are given a value of -1, low cards （2, 3, 4, 5, 6） are assigned +1, and neutral cards （7, 8, 9） are counted as 0. As cards are dealt, players keep a running count in their head.
When the count is positive, it indicates that more high cards remain in the deck, which can be advantageous in certain situations. However, unlike blackjack, card counting in poker is less effective due to the game\“s structure and the fact that players don\“t always play against the house.
It\“s important to note that card counting is not illegal, but casinos may ask players to leave if they suspect card counting activities. The practice requires significant practice and mental discipline to execute effectively without drawing attention. |
