Online Poker Graphical User Interfaces GUI

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Online PokerGraphical User Interfaces (GUI)

• An review of how online poker companies
  successfully implement GUIs. We will examine Full
  Tilts GUI in this presentation.

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Keys to a successful online poker GUI

• Attractive people like to be visually
  stimulated. You want them to feel comfortable
  staring at the screen for hours.
• Easy to use you do not want to confuse
  customers. You want them at the tables, not at
  the Help menu.
• Customizable table themes, avatars, and seating
  should all have options to create a unique and
  personalized feel for the player.

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Easy to use interface

• With so many options it is important to separate
  them in a clear and concise format.
• The example to the left is easy to navigate with
  large buttons for the cashier, options along the
  top, and rooms in a large and detailed list.

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Easy to use interface

• The familiar menu listings attached to the top
  make finding the various options easy.
• The options allow you to customize the look and
  feel of the game to fit each players personal
  tastes.

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Avatars

• A wide selection of avatars is another way to let
  players add a personal touch to their account.
• Some services provide custom avatars to add even
  more of a personal feel. These usually cost large
  amounts of points earned through play.

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Hand Histories

• Both novices and veterans can gain insight into
  their play by examining the history of the hands
  they have played.
• The example on the left allows players to record
  their hands for however long theyd like.

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Online Cashier

• A clear and simple cashier is an important aspect
  of any successful poker GUI.
• The example to the left provides all the
  important details of the players account in a
  concise and clear fashion.

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Tournament System

• An easy to follow tournament system is important.
• This example provides the relevant tournament
  details in an easy to view single page. The
  requirements and method to register are clear.
  The site provides the potential winnings and
  registered players.

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Attractive Showdowns

• The example to the left shows an attractive table
  layout, large clear cards, and the personalized
  feel the GUI can provide.
• At the showdown all players reveal their cards
  and the winnings are appropriately distributed.
  The hand is then automatically recorded for
  players that have selected that option.

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Summary

• Well designed GUIs are extremely important to
  online poker companies.
• For a GUI to be successful it needs to be
  attractive, easy to use, and allow for at least
  some customization.
• For a review of some of the technology that
  provides security for the GUIs please visit
  http//www.miketabb.com/poker/