Official poker rules are a set of rules that are used to settle disputes that occur in poker games. They have been put together by the International Poker Federation (FIDPA) and are freely available on their website.

Poker etiquette is important to understand as it can help you win more money and improve the atmosphere at the table. It also gives you a better chance of getting along with your fellow players.

A common mistake that new players make is to act out of turn. This isn’t always intentional, but it’s a bad idea because it can cause the game to be slower and less fun.

You should be polite to your opponents, even if they don’t understand the rules or show their cards when they shouldn’t. It’s important to remember that you may be playing a lot of time with these people and it’s likely they will be friendly to you.

If you’re talking to someone else on a phone at the table, it should be quiet and inaudible so other players can talk without disturbing them. It’s also a good idea to avoid any ring tones, music or images that could be distracting or confusing.

Angle shooting

This is when a player makes an unethical move to take advantage of another player’s inexperience or a situation at the table. It can include everything from putting down a big pot or raising the bet when it’s not fair to do so, to making it clear that you don’t have a good hand.