Tips
If you start with a high pair, fast play to get rid of as many players as possible.
Slow play starting can draw hands like three to a straight or a flush. The idea is to keep other players in to build the pot.
It's not wise to begin with a small pair unless they are hidden or your sidecard can beat the board.
It's not advisable to play three to a low straight or a low flush.
Keep your eye on the board for key cards that can seriously diminish your chances of making a good hand and for opponent's hands that could pose a threat. Play carefully and fold out early if it looks like things aren't going to go your way.
Unless you are playing a strong draw hand, it's advisable to fold if your complete hand can be beaten on the board by another player's upcards.
It's good to study your opponent's moves, particularly when you are not playing hands and can pay closer attention to what's going on. Do you notice your opponents play more often than they fold? Do they bluff? Can they be bluffed? Do they have any tell-tale signs that give away information about their hands?
It's good to get caught bluffing every now and then. It's a sure way to mix up your play and not be too predictable. You can win pots you don't deserve more easily when your bluffing works. You may lose a few chips in the process but it will get you calls from weaker hands later on when you are really strong and need the action.
The first four cards are the biggest part to winning at Seven Card Stud. If your starting hands develop as you anticipate, you can be a strong favorite to win. If they don't, you can bail out early in the game and escape the cost of winding up in second place.
Always work on your Poker-face.
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