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When playing craps online, you might encounter the strategy known as “fading.” In craps, fading means betting against the shooter, usually by taking the don’t side of the game. It is not personal. You are simply choosing bets that benefit when the shooter’s hand ends sooner rather than later.
What “Fading” Means in Craps
After a point is established, the shooter’s hand ends when a 7 appears. When you fade, you are more comfortable rooting for that outcome instead of rooting for the shooter to repeat the point. This is why fading is closely connected to Don’t Pass, Don’t Come, and similar bets.
It is also a conversational term. You will not usually see a button labeled “Fade”; instead, you just place the bets that match the idea.
Common Ways to Fade the Shooter
The simplest ways to fade the shooter in craps are:
- Don’t Pass on the come-out roll.
- Don’t Come after a point is set.
- A Lay bet against a specific number (more advanced).
- Add lay odds behind Don’t Pass or Don’t Come (if allowed).
If you are new, Don’t Pass is the easiest starting point, and you can add the other options later if you want.
How Fading Works During a Round
Follow this simple flow to understand what you are rooting for when you fade:
- You place a Don’t Pass bet before the come-out roll (or a Don’t Come later).
- A point is established: 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, or 10.
- You win if a 7 appears before the point repeats.
- You lose if the point repeats before a 7 appears.
Example situation: You place a Don’t Pass bet and the point becomes 6. From that moment, fading means you are hoping to see a 7 before another 6 shows up.
on the come-out roll, Don’t Pass has special results, so it is not as simple as “a 7 always wins”.
Beginner Tips and Table Etiquette
If you want to fade without confusion, keep these beginner tips in mind:
- Start small with Don’t Pass until the round flow feels natural.
- Remember the come-out exceptions on Don’t Pass, so you do not expect every 7 to pay.
- If there is a chat or social element, keep it polite and low-key.
- Avoid mixing too many side bets at once while you are learning the don’t-side flow.
FAQ
Is fading the shooter the same as betting Don’t Pass?
Often yes. Don’t Pass is the most common way to fade, though Don’t Come and Lay bets can also be used.
Can I fade and still make other bets?
Yes. You can combine fading bets with other wagers, but beginners should keep it simple at first.
Does fading improve my chances of winning?
Not automatically. It changes what outcomes you are hoping for, but it does not remove the house edge.
Is it rude to fade the shooter?
It depends on the table vibe. Some players do not like it, so staying polite and low-key is usually best.
What’s the difference between a Lay bet and laying odds when fading?
A Lay bet is a stand-alone wager against a number, while laying odds is an extra odds bet placed behind Don’t Pass or Don’t Come after a point is set.
