A narrow notch, groove, or opening, such as a keyway in machinery or a slit for a coin in a vending machine. Also: a position in a series, group, or sequence—as a time slot on a calendar, for example. (As a verb, to slot is to insert something snugly into its assigned space.)
In slot machines, the pay table lists all of the possible symbols and how much a player can win by landing them on a winning combination of pay lines. It typically includes a picture of each symbol, alongside how much a player can earn by landing three, four, or five of them on a pay line. It may also include information about any special symbols, such as the Wild symbol, or Scatter and Bonus symbols that trigger mini bonus games with different reels and payout amounts.
The paytable is also where a slot’s jackpot and other rules are explained. It is important to read these carefully before you start playing, as they can help you decide whether this is a game you want to play.
It is also important to know when to quit. Whether you are winning or losing, it is often a good idea to stop when you have reached your spending limit for the day. This will not only make your casino experience more enjoyable, but it will ensure you do not spend more than you can afford to lose. Setting a budget ahead of time can be a useful tool to help you stick to your limits.