Keyboard shortcuts (hotkeys) are essential for efficient play at Stake Poker, especially when multi-tabling. Instead of clicking buttons with your mouse, you can perform actions instantly with key presses.
This guide covers Stake Poker's keyboard shortcut system, how to configure custom hotkeys, and the most useful shortcuts for improving your speed and accuracy.
Key Information
Step-by-Step Guide
Access hotkey settings
Open Stake Poker's settings and look for "Hotkeys", "Keyboard Shortcuts", or "Key Bindings" in the preferences.
Configure basic actions
Set up hotkeys for the most common actions: Fold (F), Call/Check (C), Raise (R), All-In (A). These should be easily accessible on your keyboard.
Set up bet sizing shortcuts
Configure keys for common bet sizes: 1/3 pot, 1/2 pot, 2/3 pot, full pot, and 2x pot. This eliminates the need to manually enter bet amounts.
Add table management hotkeys
Set up shortcuts for switching between tables, sitting out, rebuy/add-on, and opening the cashier. These are especially useful when multi-tabling.
Practice and refine
Play a few sessions using only hotkeys. Refine your key bindings based on what feels natural and efficient for your hand placement.
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Tips & Best Practices
- ✓Place your most-used hotkeys on your left hand (near WASD) so your right hand stays on the mouse for table selection.
- ✓Use consistent hotkeys across all poker clients for muscle memory.
- ✓Hotkeys become crucial when multi-tabling — they can save several seconds per decision.
- ✓Consider using a gaming keyboard with macro support for complex actions or bet sizing sequences.