Selecting Keno Patterns

Keno is a simple betting game where players choose 15 spots from a total of 80 numbers. The casino then draws 20 numbers and players win according to how many numbers they matched. Like slot machines, keno selections cannot be influenced with strategy or statistics, so the best way to play is creatively.

Meaningful Patterns

Many keno players select their numbers based on those that are meaningful to them. You could design keno patterns that revolve around your children's birthdays, your lucky numbers or the addresses of homes you've lived in. Any number that is significant, whether it refers to a date, a license plate or your favorite order at a fast food restaurant can be fodder for a keno selection. Have fun thinking up numbers that mean something and adding them to your card.

Decorative Patterns

Players who are more artistically inclined and less skilled mathematically may prefer selecting their keno patterns based on where the numbers are located rather than what they actually represent. Shape your keno selections like a circle, star, square, heart or anything else you can think of. Arrange your keno patterns in small clusters, or spread them out evenly. Play with the arrangement until you find it most pleasing to look at.

Automatic Patterns

If choosing a keno pattern yourself seems like too much work, you can also have the computer choose your pattern for you. This ensures a completely random generation of numbers. This may seem appropriate since the winning numbers are generated randomly as well.

No method of selection will ensure more success than another. Since keno lacks some of the excitement of other games, try to have as much fun with your patterns as you can and hope for a lucky card.