Avoid using auto-check/fold.

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Avoid using auto-check or auto-check/fold, unless you are trying to trap. Players know it’s impossible to react that quickly to your turn and so when they see it react that fast they know you are most likely just trying to fold away the hand which can induce a bet, forcing you to autofold. Even if you hit a really bad flop, you could still turn runner-runner for a set at a minimum. So don’t give your opponents a reason to push you out of the hand if they don’t already have one.
On the other hand, if you do hit a big hand and you want to trap, instead of just checking, use auto-check. It may lull your opponents into thinking you are auto-check/folding and just might be the deciding factor in pulling off that trap.
 
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Some may play that card to induce a bet... careful
 
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Thank you for the advice. I will give the trap a try. I have been aware of the auto-check timing for some time and have tried to avoid that. Great advice.
 
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Avoid using auto-check or auto-check/fold, unless you are trying to trap. Players know it’s impossible to react that quickly to your turn and so when they see it react that fast they know you are most likely just trying to fold away the hand which can induce a bet, forcing you to autofold. Even if you hit a really bad flop, you could still turn runner-runner for a set at a minimum. So don’t give your opponents a reason to push you out of the hand if they don’t already have one.
On the other hand, if you do hit a big hand and you want to trap, instead of just checking, use auto-check. It may lull your opponents into thinking you are auto-check/folding and just might be the deciding factor in pulling off that trap.

Thats some neat advice.


Though there are too many calling stations that could see right through that only because they want a suckout an opponent.
 
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Oh this is a good one!

I play around with both ideas and have experienced almost 50/50 with them. It really depends on who is at your table, their aggression, etc. It can certainly be profitable if you find someone who wants to bet big and win or lose. That is the perfect time to use the method of auto check.. You can make a lot doing so.
 
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On ACR I've accidentally called a few massive bets by clicking the check button as it turns into a call. So make sure there is at least two more players to act before hitting the check button.
 
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I try to keep myself from using the auto check feature ever. I have found myself many times trying to hit that button before moving to another table, having the person before me raise, that spot on my screen changes from a check to a call and now I committed a bunch of chips on a hand I would have folded.
 
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In general I try to always wait a bit on each decision so as to not give away any timing tells wether it be a check, bet, or raise. Pre flop I just fold quickly to move to the next hand quickly unless I am in the blinds. When in the blinds I will still "think about it" even when it is a clear fold.
 
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Good advice, don't be too hasty.
 
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agree with other players, the auto check feature is not the best way to keep other players wondering about your hand. Only time I really use it if I need to take a pee...
 
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Auto check

Good point, I can see that as tell.
 
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agree with other players, the auto check feature is not the best way to keep other players wondering about your hand. Only time I really use it if I need to take a pee...
I usually hit the time clock and make everyone wait while i pee!!!!
 
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agree; sometimes opponents raise a little bit and u automatically fold
I think its worth to call on the river or turn maybe the hand looks back to u !!!!!
 
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Avoid using auto-check or auto-check/fold, unless you are trying to trap. Players know it’s impossible to react that quickly to your turn and so when they see it react that fast they know you are most likely just trying to fold away the hand which can induce a bet, forcing you to autofold. Even if you hit a really bad flop, you could still turn runner-runner for a set at a minimum. So don’t give your opponents a reason to push you out of the hand if they don’t already have one.
On the other hand, if you do hit a big hand and you want to trap, instead of just checking, use auto-check. It may lull your opponents into thinking you are auto-check/folding and just might be the deciding factor in pulling off that trap.
another good 1 is hit the sit out button for a couple or few hands then come back in and people may think """you have strong cards""" even though they may not be the best cards:icon_sant
 
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Avoid using auto-check or auto-check/fold, unless you are trying to trap. Players know it’s impossible to react that quickly to your turn and so when they see it react that fast they know you are most likely just trying to fold away the hand which can induce a bet, forcing you to autofold. Even if you hit a really bad flop, you could still turn runner-runner for a set at a minimum. So don’t give your opponents a reason to push you out of the hand if they don’t already have one.
On the other hand, if you do hit a big hand and you want to trap, instead of just checking, use auto-check. It may lull your opponents into thinking you are auto-check/folding and just might be the deciding factor in pulling off that trap.

I also do this and find that it has such a strong play when you don't hit the check/fold and actually play your hand. As long as you have just a little bit of equity, like 3 of one suit or 3 to a straight, you can catch someone and stack them.
 
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Avoid using auto-check or auto-check/fold, unless you are trying to trap. Players know it’s impossible to react that quickly to your turn and so when they see it react that fast they know you are most likely just trying to fold away the hand which can induce a bet, forcing you to autofold. Even if you hit a really bad flop, you could still turn runner-runner for a set at a minimum. So don’t give your opponents a reason to push you out of the hand if they don’t already have one.
On the other hand, if you do hit a big hand and you want to trap, instead of just checking, use auto-check. It may lull your opponents into thinking you are auto-check/folding and just might be the deciding factor in pulling off that trap.

Great Advice. Thanks
 
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Avoid using auto-check or auto-check/fold, unless you are trying to trap. Players know it’s impossible to react that quickly to your turn and so when they see it react that fast they know you are most likely just trying to fold away the hand which can induce a bet, forcing you to autofold. Even if you hit a really bad flop, you could still turn runner-runner for a set at a minimum. So don’t give your opponents a reason to push you out of the hand if they don’t already have one.
On the other hand, if you do hit a big hand and you want to trap, instead of just checking, use auto-check. It may lull your opponents into thinking you are auto-check/folding and just might be the deciding factor in pulling off that trap.

Fish,

I think more often in this case people who click check fold... especially when it's not heads up... generally have a garbage hand. They've mentally checked out and looked back at their televisions until they hear the ring of the chance that it is their turn to act.

I totally see where you're coming from but speaking from my own personal experience... I click check fold when it is a multi player pot and I have no shot at it.

Glad you posted this - i'm going to refrain from doing it in the future.

Travis
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Maybe I'm missing out on a couple of miraculously lucky small pots, but frankly when I've totally missed the flop my main goal is to move on to the next hand as quickly as possible.

That said I have placed some successful bluff bets based on insta-checks of other players.

I have also used auto-check to give the misleading impression that I'm not interested in the hand.
 
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On ACR I've accidentally called a few massive bets by clicking the check button as it turns into a call. So make sure there is at least two more players to act before hitting the check button.
Don't you think they should move the button up higher so that doesn't happen, I hate that
 
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I think about it too, so I avoid the automatic buttons. I've already won a few pots watching other players doing it, it's another way to read the game.
 
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I almost never trust that anymore as some players try to use it as a trap just like others try with the inactive bait, you can use it to your advantage but I'd be weary.
 
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Thanks that's helpful advice. I will give it a try.
 
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Sure, that's if you plan to play with a hand or a project, but if it's not, simply a better option than folding. But hey, the rest you have told how it should be, the most sophisticated way to fish is with a simple "Check".
 
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I use it a bit.... But I usually play 4 windows +.... and sometimes it's to save time... and sometimes, I have other reason :)s Other reasons generally include, hoping players will make the assumptions you mention.
 
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