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In slot machines, players insert cash or, in “ticket-in, ticket-out” machines, a paper ticket with a barcode, into a slot to activate the machine. It then spins reels to rearrange symbols and pays out credits based on the pay table, if any are matched. Many modern slot games have bonus features and other mechanisms that increase their maximum winning potential beyond just the pay tables.
The pay table is an important part of a slot game, and it’s amazing how often people dive straight in without reading it. It’s usually displayed at the bottom of the screen, and a click on it launches a pop-up window showing all the relevant information about that particular slot game.
For example, it will tell you what each symbol means, how much you can win for landing three or four of them in a winning combination, and what the minimum and maximum payouts are. It will also list any special symbols (such as the Wild symbol) and explain how they work, and it will display how to trigger any bonus features or extra rounds that may be available. Having this information can help you determine which slots to play and how to size your bets compared to your bankroll.