Tips on posting hand histories

B

baudib1

Legend
Silver Level
Joined
Dec 2, 2008
Total posts
6,635
Chips
0
Hi, this topic has been bugging me for a while but I haven't said anything about it. I visit several poker forums, and the hands posted in the analysis forums here are by far the worst I've seen. I really like this forum but I think some members need some help here.

First, read this. I know everyone ignores stickies, but this will clear up a lot of problems.

https://www.cardschat.com/forum/cas...0/cash-game-hand-analysis-read-before-174514/

The problem with bad HH posts is not only will you get mediocre feedback, it probably indicates you are not thinking about decisions in the right way.

There are a lot of factors to consider, so be aware of them and post relevant information.

Among the more obvious/important:
1. stats on villain. VPIP/PFR obviously, as well as 3-bet %. If something else stands out, like a low fold to c-bet or high went to showdown, mention it.
2. reads on villain. Note: Stats are not reads. Reads are not stats. This relates to note-taking and general observation. Pay attention to how people play hands and take note at showdown, even if you're not in the hand.
3. Your image. This is really important and probably gets overlooked more than anything. Of course many players at micro limits are barely aware that you even have cards, but if you are super aggro and running the table over, even fish will notice that, because it annoys them.
4. History/game flow. There are a lot of lines that may look really bad in a vacuum but are ok or even good based on game flow and history.
 
TylerN

TylerN

Kool-Aid & Frozen Pizza
Silver Level
Joined
Aug 2, 2009
Total posts
3,728
Chips
0
bump so new people see this
 
Tammy

Tammy

Can I help you?
Administrator
Joined
May 18, 2005
Total posts
57,548
Awards
11
US
Chips
1,175
Thanks baudib. A refresher on proper hand posting is always welcome. :)
 
Shwiggler

Shwiggler

Rock Star
Silver Level
Joined
Jul 5, 2010
Total posts
261
Chips
0
Yeah thanks. Sometimes I just want advice quick and don't take the time to give all the info I have. This is a good reminder
 
VIVInv

VIVInv

Enthusiast
Silver Level
Joined
Jun 29, 2010
Total posts
37
Chips
0
Always forget about reads and my image... Will try input those since now on. Thanks for reminding.
 
Starting Hands - Poker Hand Nicknames Rankings - Poker Hands Poker Tips
Top