Game guide · SZLYSY56
Read before your next round of Gin Score Calculator
Take a moment to read the table. Calculate a Gin hand score from the knocker’s and defender’s final deadwood totals. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear. Take a moment to read the table. Enter the knocker’s deadwood from 0 to 10. Zero means Gin. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Fixed house bonuses of 25. It does not include line bonuses or a match-end bonus.
A small practice goal
Work at your own pace. Enter the defender’s deadwood after any legal layoffs; against Gin no layoff is allowed. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
The objective of a round
Calculate a Gin hand score from the knocker’s and defender’s final deadwood totals. Check the relevant controls before continuing. Keep the active rule in mind.
Follow these playing steps
- Enter the knocker’s deadwood from 0 to 10. Zero means Gin.
- Enter the defender’s deadwood after any legal layoffs; against Gin no layoff is allowed.
- Calculate the result. Gin scores 25 plus defender deadwood; an undercut scores 25 plus the difference.
- For an ordinary successful knock, the knocker scores only the positive difference.
Getting comfortable with the controls
Use the two numeric fields, then Calculate score. This tool uses whole numbers. Take the next action only when the current step is clear. Keep the active rule in mind.
A closer look at one example
A knock of 8 against 5 is an undercut: the defender receives 28. Gin against 18 earns the knocker 43. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Pay attention to this rule
Take a moment to read the table. Enter post-layoff values. This arithmetic tool does not choose card groupings from card images. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
If you are unsure
What is the aim?
Calculate a Gin hand score from the knocker’s and defender’s final deadwood totals. Treat this as a chance to practise one rule. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.
How do I use the controls?
Use the two numeric fields, then Calculate score. This tool uses whole numbers. Look at the complete hand before deciding. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Which format is available?
Fixed house bonuses of 25. It does not include line bonuses or a match-end bonus. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
What should I check before a move?
Enter post-layoff values. This arithmetic tool does not choose card groupings from card images. For a calm first round, focus on one decision. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Can you give an example?
A knock of 8 against 5 is an undercut: the defender receives 28. Gin against 18 earns the knocker 43. Use the rule sheet as a reference. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
How is a tie scored?
A non-Gin deadwood tie is an undercut, so the defender receives 25 points. Before making a move, check the cards in view. Check the relevant controls before continuing.
Can I use other Gin bonus values?
This calculator uses the same 25/25 values as this site’s Gin table. Take a moment to read the table. Use another round to revisit a decision.
Does it automatically lay off cards?
No. Enter the defender’s final value after layoffs. The playable Gin table performs card-based layoff analysis. Before making a move, check the cards in view. The same rule applies on a phone and on a computer.
Do I need an account or an app?
No. Open the page in a JavaScript-enabled browser. No player account or APK is needed. A clear plan starts with the current position. Take the next action only when the current step is clear.
Are these scores cash or prizes?
No. Points are used only for free play and practice. There are no deposits, cash stakes or withdrawals. Take a moment to read the table. Return to the explanation when a decision is unclear.