[header] How to have a better chance at blackjack using hi and low [title] Skip this step if you know how to play blackjack. [step] Learn the basics of blackjack. You start with two cards face-up (the dealer has one face-up and face-down). You try to get close to 21 without going over it (called bust). 
On your turn you either choose to get another card (hit) or keep the same amount of cards (stand). After everyone is done, the dealer flips up his own card and he keeps hitting until he gets to 17 or up.