Dealing is done either clockwise or counterclockwise. Sources suggest that if this is omitted from the rules, then it should be assumed to be:
• clockwise for games from North America, North and West Europe and Russia;
• counterclockwise for South and East Europe and Asia, also for Swiss games and all Tarot games.
When playing a card game, the art of dealing the cards can mean the difference between a fair game and an unfair game, as an inexperienced card dealer can inadvertently reveal cards that shouldn't be revealed.
However, there is a proper way to deal cards. With this method in practice, you can ensure that everyone at the table gets a fair shake. Here's how to deal cards shared by Ourpastimes.com.