Try not to mix games – If you don’t keep it to the same type of game, at least keep the same betting structure (No Limit/Pot Limit/Fixed Limit etc.)  You have introduced an element of complication by choosing to play on several tables at once. Don’t make it more complicated by playing games with radically different betting strategies. Mistakes are too costly.

Concentrate on poker –If you’re one-tabling you can probably read e-mails or poker articles or participate in a poker forum discussion group.  Not when you’re multi-tabling.  Do not let yourself get distracted by these things.

Turn the chat off – You need to be able to focus, and chat becomes an unnecessary distraction.  Turn it off or use the feature that enables you to view something useful like stats or player notes.

Get an onscreen display – There is some excellent software like pokertracker that monitors your online play, as well as the play of your opponents. This is very helpful as it is watching the tables even when you are not.  If you’re multi-tabling you’re bound to miss some of the plays at one table while you are focused on another.  Software will enable you to review your opponent’s play much more efficiently.

Invest in a good monitor – Get a 21” high resolution screen supporting 1600x1200 resolution.  If you play more than 6 tables, consider getting a second monitor. Most poker sites now support table resizing, but you’ll still want to be able to see chip counts and the cards in crisp detail.

Beware of burnout – Poker is fun and a good way to earn money.  A rake race is another great way to have fun while growing your bankroll.  Just be careful not to become too fatigued as you play.  If you’re forcing yourself to cram in hands and hours, its probably time to step away and re-evaluate your poker goals.

Be honest with your ability - Multi-tabling is a great option for players looking to increase their hourly earn rate, to become more competitive in a rake race, or to focus their poker skills.  Not every poker player can multi-table, however.  It takes some skill and experience.   It is recommended that you ease yourself in by playing 2 tables at first, and then increase the number of tables as you become more comfortable with playing at numerous tables.