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Cutoff (CO)

The seat immediately right of the button. As one of the strongest positions, it acts after most opponents post-flop and only loses position to the button.

Table types
9-max / 6-max
Preflop acting order
6

In depth

The Cutoff (CO) is the position immediately to the right of the button. As one of the strongest seats at the table, it provides a post-flop advantage by acting after most opponents in subsequent betting rounds. Its positional strength is second only to the button, offering a strategic edge through observed opponent actions before decision-making.

An educational explanation of concepts; not specific betting instructions.