# Directional vaults / Lite mode

### How to Use Lite Mode

#### Step 1: Select Lite Mode

1. Connect your wallet to Pit.Finance
2. Access Directional Vaults ⇒ Click on the "Lite mode" tab

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#### Step 2: Choose a Strategy from list

Lite Mode offers four strategy options:

1. **ETH Bull Trend** - For when you believe Ethereum price will rise
   * Target APY: 10%
   * Duration: 7 days
   * Deposit Token: USDC
2. **ETH Bear Trend** - For when you believe Ethereum price will fall
   * Target APY: 10%
   * Duration: 7 days
   * Deposit Token: USDC
3. **BTC Bull Trend** - For when you believe Bitcoin price will rise
   * Target APY: 10%
   * Duration: 7 days
   * Deposit Token: USDC
4. **BTC Bear Trend** - For when you believe Bitcoin price will fall
   * Target APY: 10%
   * Duration: 7 days
   * Deposit Token: USDC

#### Step 3: Enter Deposit Amount and Review

1. The system will generate an optimized strategy based on your selection, displaying:
   * Strategy type
   * Settlement date
   * Price range
   * Potential yield percentage
   * Visual payoff chart showing potential returns at different price points
2. Enter your deposit amount in the input field or click "Max" to use your maximum available balance
3. Review your deposit details and potential returns

#### Step 4: Finalize Your Investment

1. If you're satisfied with the strategy, click the "Deposit" button
2. If you want to see an alternative optimization with the same parameters, click "Re-generate"
3. When you click "Deposit," you'll need to sign a transaction message with your wallet to confirm the investment

#### Step 6: Monitor and Manage

1. After depositing, your position will appear in the "My positions" tab
2. You can track your active positions until settlement
3. When the strategy expires, you'll be able to claim your returns

### Benefits of Lite Mode

* Simplified interface with pre-set parameters
* Quick selection process for common investment strategies
* Same potential returns as Core mode but with fewer configuration steps
* Perfect for beginners or users who prefer a more straightforward experience

### Explore the "Core mode"

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[directional-vaults-core-mode](https://docs.pit.finance/faqs/using-pit-finance-guide/directional-vaults-core-mode)
{% endcontent-ref %}