# Taker

**Takers** initiate trades by submitting swap intentions and co-signing final PSBTs. This role encompasses all users seeking to execute trades within the protocol ecosystem.

**Trading Process**

**Intent to Settlement Workflow**:

| Stage                   | User Action                                                                  | System Response                                                 |
| ----------------------- | ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Intent Submission**   | Specify trading parameters including assets, amounts, and slippage tolerance | Validation and optimal routing calculation by Nexus Composer    |
| **Quote Review**        | Evaluate proposed execution including price impact and total costs           | Real-time breakdown showing routing across liquidity sources    |
| **PSBT Verification**   | Review final transaction details and confirm acceptable terms                | Complete transaction preview with all inputs, outputs, and fees |
| **Settlement Approval** | Provide final signature authorizing transaction execution                    | Broadcast to Bitcoin network and confirmation monitoring        |

**User Experience Features**

**Risk Management Tools**:

* **Slippage Protection**: Configurable tolerance levels with embedded transaction safeguards
* **Fee Transparency**: Complete cost breakdown including network fees and protocol charges
* **Execution Preview**: Detailed transaction analysis before commitment
* **Deadline Controls**: Time-based expiration preventing stale execution

**Interface Options**:

* **Web Application**: Full-featured trading interface accessible via standard browsers
* **Mobile Optimization**: Responsive design supporting mobile wallet integration
* **API Access**: Programmatic trading capabilities for advanced users and integrations
* **Wallet Integration**: Direct support for major Bitcoin wallets and hardware devices