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# Vault Guide

## Video Guide

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## Minting aUSD

1\) Connect to [Acala Apps](https://apps.acala.network/). Click on `Mint aUSD` on the left-hand side.&#x20;

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2\) Click `Create Vault`.

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3\) Select the collateral you'd like to use to mint aUSD. Click `Next`.

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4\) Enter the amount of collateral you'd like to lock in the Vault along with the amount of aUSD you'd like to mint. Click `Next`.

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5\) Review the terms and click `Confirm`. You've now minted aUSD. Make sure to manage your Vault appropriately so you can avoid liquidation.

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## Managing Vault

Return to the `Mint aUSD` tab to manage your Vault.&#x20;

At the bottom left of your screen you can payback aUSD to release your collateral. Alternatively, you can mint more aUSD, if desired.

At the bottom right of your screen you can deposit more collateral or withdraw any excess collateral. Lastly, you can also click on `Close Vault by Swapping Collateral` which will sell off the collateral in the Vault to repay the aUSD.

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