# How to Trade

In Exchange V3, by default, the PacificSwap Smart Router leverages liquidity from multiple sources, including V3 and V2 liquidity pools on the Manta Pacific, as well as the liquidity provided by AMM (Automated Market Makers) and market makers on the Manta Pacific. This multi-source approach is designed to optimize trade execution and secure the best possible prices for traders.

#### Preparing to engage in trading.

Before you can trade, you will need a wallet that is compatible with Manta Pacific. You can learn how to get one [here](/pacificswap-intro/get-started-manta/create-a-wallet.md). You will also need to have some  ERC-20 tokens to trade with. You can learn how to get some [here](/pacificswap-intro/get-started-manta/get-erc20-token.md).

## Participating in trading activities on the PacificSwap exchange.

1 - Go to the exchange page [here](https://pacificswap.xyz/swap).

2 - Unlock your wallet by clicking Connect **Wallet** (you can also **Connect** in the top right-hand corner). If you haven't yet connected your wallet to PacificSwap, you can view the guide [here](/pacificswap-intro/get-started-manta/connect-your-wallet-to-pacificswap.md).

3 - Choose the token you want to trade from the dropdown menu in the upper section. Whichever token you choose, you will need to make sure you have a sufficient amount of them in your wallet to trade with. Your balance is shown above the token dropdown menu.

4 - Choose the token you want to trade to in the lower section as above.

5 - Next, either type an amount in the upper section to input the number of tokens you want to swap (spending amount). Or, type an amount in the lower section to input the number of tokens you want to swap to (receiving amount). 

Whichever section you input your amount, the amount in the other section will be estimated automatically.

6 - Check all the details, and click the **Swap** button.

If you are trading a token for the first time, you may need first to click "Enable XXX (your token)" to approve.

7 - A window with more details will appear. Check the details are correct. When you are ready, click the **Confirm Swap** button. Your wallet will ask you to confirm the action.

8 - Done! You can check your transaction on blockchain explorer by clicking the link shown above.

## **What is Smart Router V3, and how to use it?**

Smart Router is now the default route for PacificSwap Exchange V3. However, users are free to customize it for their needs.

To learn more about how to customize your trade routes, [click here](/products/exchange/fees-and-routes.md). 

## FAQ

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