How to Perform a Spread With Cards

Reviewed by Ashton Wu

The spread is a better way to let the spectator choose a card. When, practiced , it looks professional, but is actually very easy.

NOTE: THIS PAGE IS ONLY FOR PEOPLE WHO ARE RIGHT HANDED. IF YOU'RE LEFT HANDED, DO THE OPPOSITE OF WHAT IS SAID.

Steps

Use a deck that's fairly new. Don't use plastic cards or cheap cards. A spread looks best with a new deck.
A soft surface like a carpet or card table is the best. Avoid performing the spread on hard surfaces.

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Hold the deck with the back of the card towards you. On top of the deck, grip it with your middle, ring, and pinky finger. On the bottom, grip the deck with your thumb. On the left narrow edge of the deck, grip it with your index finger. Now you are ready to begin.
Bevel the deck a little bit. What that means is that you make the deck slant. Apply some pressure, and slowly spread the cards from left to right. Your index finger spread the cards so they don't clump up. Now you have a ribbon spread!

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You can also spread the cards face up if you want. This way, when you spread the cards, all the faces will be visible.

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Depending on the amount of pressure you put on the deck, you will either get a small fan or a big spread.

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