> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.idle.finance/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.idle.finance/governance/idle-staking/guides/how-to-vote-in-gauges.md).

# How to vote in Gauges

To vote on Gauges and share weights preferences, users should use the [Gauges menu](https://idle.finance/#/dashboard/gauges) in the Idle dashboard. 

### Voting

![](/files/78R7WuUB97ckSuaJQ0H7)

First, remember to [stake your IDLE](/governance/idle-staking/guides/how-to-stake-your-idle.md#staking), then

1. Select the Gauges pool of your interest using the drop-down menu.
2. Click on *Vote* and choose an amount of stkIDLE to be allocated to the gauges.
3. Click on *Vote* again to cast your preferences. Your weights will be captured in the next Gauges epoch. 

A dedicated summary will show the user's current weight preferences

![](/files/OkCfeWAPuq3bMIaOC3f4)


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