Mastering Isolation in Poker: A Step-by-Step Guide to Identifying and Fixing Issues

The article provides a detailed guide to identifying and fixing issues related to isolation in poker. The guide involves setting filters in Holdem Manager and PT3 to analyze win rates by position.

In Holdem Manager, users should set filters for 1 limper and 2+ limpers and add a filter PFR = True. In PT3, users should set filters for Behind limpers and Any raise, then apply the 3 bet filter. Win rates should be positive on any position, and increase towards the button. If win rates are lower than expected, it may indicate issues with isolation strategy.

Adding the Saw flop filter can help identify issues on the post-flop. If win rates decrease after adding the Saw flop filter, it indicates serious post-flop errors. Players should analyze their most losing hands and identify patterns of mistakes. If win rates are low in middle positions, it may indicate over-isolation with weak hands. Players should review their all-in calls and post-flop play to identify and correct mistakes. Users of Holdem Manager can add the River call efficiency filter to check for excessive calls on the river. In PT3, users can filter hands where they called on the river to check for issues.