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What Is Preflop Range in Poker?

The hands a player chooses to play before the flop from a specific position and situation.

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What it means

Opening, calling, and re-raising ranges differ.

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A practical example

A button opening chart includes more hands than an under-the-gun chart.

Where you will hear it

Texas Hold’em, Omaha where applicable. The exact usage can vary with rules and context.

Related concepts

Three-BetThe first re-raise in a betting sequence, most often preflop.Explore ↗Four-BetA re-raise after a three-bet.Explore ↗Five-BetA raise over a four-bet.Explore ↗Squeeze PlayA re-raise after an open raise and at least one call.Explore ↗Open RaiseThe first voluntary raise before the flop when no one has entered by calling.Explore ↗

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Published 2026-10-15 · Updated 2026-10-15 · Flawless Poker Cosmic Codex