# Participating in Markets

### Finding Markets

**Public Markets Page**

* Browse verified markets that met liquidity threshold
* Filter by category, token, timeline
* Sort by volume, activity, closing soon

**Wild West Zone**

* Discover new markets building liquidity
* Higher risk, potential for better early odds
* Direct links from market creators

### Making a Commitment

1. **Select Market**

* Review event description
* Check timeline and parameters
* Analyze current distribution

2. **Choose outcome**

* Select your predicted outcome
* See current odds and commitments

3. **Enter amount**

* Specify commitment amount
* Preview beta weight based on timing (if enabled)
* Review estimated returns if correct

4. **Approve & Commit**

* Approve token spending (first time only)
* Submit commitment transaction
* Receive ERC-1155 position token

5. **Manage Position**

* Hold until resolution to claim rewards
* Monitor market activity
* Prepare for resolution period


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