Actually you can get away with pretty much anyway as long as your are confident in yourself. Of course, you can't look like a complete hermit.
I think the biggest things to socializing are...
Talking to people like they are already your friends (comfort level, openess, etc.)
Not saying completely out of whack weird stuff, I mean really weird and awkward stuff. Most people are "weird" but not deranged no clue weird.
Don't be ashamed of your interests/hobbies.
Be relaxed able to go with the flow but also don't be a push over.
Another part of socializing is being able to read people, their body language, facial expressions, tone, etc.
That's all I can think of at this moment.
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