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You always have a better time at the casino when you win. While you can't control the outcome directly, you can take actions to put yourself in the best position possible. Avoid myths and cheating scams. Instead, use these four tips to get the best results out of the slot machines.

1. Establish Your Budget 

First and foremost, you need to set a budget. More importantly, you need to stick to that budget. Never take out more money after you lose yours. In fact, it may be a good idea to leave your debit card in the car or at home. 

To get the most out of your budget, set your average bet low enough to give you ample gambling time. For example, if you have a budget of $100 and you spend $1 per spin, you will get 100 spins. If you have a budget of $100 and you spend $,25 per spin, you'll get 400 spins. Since the average player goes through 600 spins in one hour, that gives you either 10 minutes or 40 minutes at the machine. 

2. Learn How to Play the Game

While not as involved as card games, there is some skill required for certain slot machines. If you don't know the rules, you may make a mistake without realizing it, losing money. Before you play a game, learn the rules. In some cases, the casino resort will have trial games available. Otherwise, you will need to read the rules or watch someone else play. 

3. Qualify For Jackpots and Bonuses 

Certain games have a jackpot. Learn how to qualify for the jackpot to give yourself a fair chance of winning it. You don't want to pay $.25 a spin if you don't qualify for the jackpot until you spend $.50 a spin.

4. Embrace the Randomness 

Machines do not get hot. Casinos don't program end machines to pay out more. The machines are random, and you will bet more wisely if you embrace the randomness of the experience. Some people place a high bet on a machine only to find that the myths are false, and they could have won on a different machine.

There's no sure way to win at slots. Whenever you gamble, you risk your money. However, you can bet smart and put yourself in the best position possible using these tips. Hopefully, you have a good time while you play at a casino—win or lose.