When viewing the item details page you will have two areas from where you can place your bid, one next to the item details and a second at the bottom of the page.
To place your bid simply click the Place Bid button to enter the next minimum bid amount, or enter a higher amount to create an auto-bid.
An auto-bid is created when you place a bid that is higher than the next minimum amount. A minimum bid will be placed for you and the system will automtically keep adding bids as other people bid on the item, up to the value you entered. For example, if the the next minimum bid is $500.00 and you enter a bid of 2,000 - this will then become an auto-bid. A bid is placed for you for $500.00, and should you remain the only bidder you will only pay $500.00. However should the item receive other bids the site will automatically re-bid for you (up to $2,000 in this scenario) to ensure you remain in the lead.
Once you have clicked on Place Bid you will be asked to review your bid and you will also be able to view vital item details such as the shipping conditions before confirming your bid. To submit your bid simply press the Place Bid button again.
If your bid is high enough to take the lead in the auction a confirmation message will be displayed to you, however if your bid has not taken the lead be it due to a higher auto-bid or not meeting the reserve price you will be invited to make a further bid.
Should you decide to retract your bid this can be done via the Current Bids section of the members area.
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