Quick answer: A roulette layout has numbered spaces, red/black and odd/even options, plus areas for groups of numbers. The wheel type matters: a single-zero and a double-zero table do not have the same number of pockets.
Written and checked by the Vegas11 Editorial Team. Rules reviewed July 27, 2026.
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Find the main areas
| Layout area | What it covers | Common use |
|---|---|---|
| Number grid | 0–36, plus 00 on double-zero layouts | Straight and grouped number bets |
| Outside row | Red/black, odd/even, low/high | Broader selections |
| Dozens | 1–12, 13–24, 25–36 | One-third of 1–36 |
| Columns | Vertical groups on the grid | One-third of 1–36 |
The zero is not red or black, odd or even, low or high, or in a dozen or column. That is important when reading an outside bet: a zero result normally does not win one of those selections.
Read wheel type before betting
| Wheel layout | Zero pockets | What to confirm |
|---|---|---|
| European-style | One: 0 | Any special rules on even-money bets |
| American-style | Two: 0 and 00 | That 00 is present and how bets settle |
| Provider variant | Read game help | Number range, paytable, and special features |
Use the table-game overview to place roulette among the site’s games, then read the current game help for its layout and paytable. A table can display optional rules or features that change how it is presented.
Use a simple map, not a system
Start by locating the zero, the number grid, and the outside row. If you cannot identify a bet area or its settlement, do not place it. The site’s FAQ is a useful place to check general site questions before opening a game. A betting system does not alter the wheel’s independent results. Keep the stake within the limit set before the session and stop when that limit or the time limit is reached. For help with published site terms, contact Vegas11 support.
Frequently asked questions
Where is zero on a roulette layout?
Zero is placed separately from the 1–36 grid. American-style tables also have 00.
Does zero count as red or black?
No. Zero is normally neither red nor black, odd nor even, low nor high.
What are outside bets?
They are wider selections such as red/black, odd/even, low/high, dozens, and columns.
Are European and American layouts the same?
No. A European-style wheel has one zero, while an American-style wheel has 0 and 00. Read the displayed game rules.
Can past spins tell me the next result?
No. A previous sequence does not predict the next spin.
Source and update note
Checked July 27, 2026 against Wizard of Odds roulette guide, the Nevada Gaming Control Board Live Roulette rules, and UK Gambling Commission limit guidance. The live game help is the controlling source.