> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://kamino.com/docs/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Opening a Position

> Step-by-step guide to opening a leveraged position in Kamino Multiply

## Step 1: Select a Vault in Multiply

Access the Multiply product interface and choose your desired vault (e.g., mSOL Multiply Vault) from the available options.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/kamino-3d73a151/NzevHC-DHqHL6bdB/docs/images/multiply/vault-selection.jpg?fit=max&auto=format&n=NzevHC-DHqHL6bdB&q=85&s=d7e5485df86be4532d167a48bfd36913" alt="Select a Multiply Vault" width="1440" height="788" data-path="docs/images/multiply/vault-selection.jpg" />

## Step 2: Configure Your Position

Select your deposit token, amount, and leverage multiplier. You may deposit either:

* The underlying asset (e.g., SOL)
* The yield-bearing asset (e.g., JLP or JitoSOL)

The smart contract automatically swaps assets as needed. Position values display in SOL for SOL Multiply and USD for JLP Multiply.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/kamino-3d73a151/NzevHC-DHqHL6bdB/docs/images/multiply/deposit-config.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=NzevHC-DHqHL6bdB&q=85&s=32b7f75458c0192d325290e76ba9a63b" alt="Configure Deposit Parameters" width="2364" height="1080" data-path="docs/images/multiply/deposit-config.png" />

### Net APY Indicator

<Info>
  **[Net APY](/docs/products/multiply/concepts#net-apy--the-fundamental-equation) is the key metric** reflecting position yield. It accounts for asset yield earned, supply interest earned, and borrow fees paid.

  **Profitability threshold:**

  * Net APY > underlying asset APY = position earns yield
  * Net APY \< underlying asset APY = you pay interest
</Info>

## Step 3: Review Position Simulation

### Overview Tab

Displays a position simulation with estimated yields based on 180-day historical data. For example, if average APY was 10%, your "Estimated Net Earnings" projects 10% returns over that period.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/kamino-3d73a151/NzevHC-DHqHL6bdB/docs/images/multiply/overview-tab.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=NzevHC-DHqHL6bdB&q=85&s=ea5b05c74c37311e8c32a174e2cf4135" alt="Overview Tab Simulation" width="2620" height="1332" data-path="docs/images/multiply/overview-tab.png" />

### My Position Tab

Shows detailed position value simulations before deposit confirmation, allowing you to verify parameters before committing.

<img src="https://mintcdn.com/kamino-3d73a151/NzevHC-DHqHL6bdB/docs/images/multiply/position-tab.png?fit=max&auto=format&n=NzevHC-DHqHL6bdB&q=85&s=324247a105ffe818916d1e6d1be44a33" alt="My Position Tab" width="2594" height="1466" data-path="docs/images/multiply/position-tab.png" />
