# Introduction to Adapter Finance

What does an **optimal user flow** look like for a given protocol?\
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Adapter Finance believes that an effective DeFi Vault does 3 things well\
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1\) Maximize yields\
2\) Minimize expenses\
3\) Deliver a smooth UX

In the ever-increasing complexity present in the DeFi landscape, much of this burden currently falls on users to efficiently manage their positions throughout various protocols.&#x20;

Adapter vaults were built to take this burden off of our users, while increasing their capital efficiency, and delivering a consistent experience. The vision for a unified user experience (UX) across distinct protocols & chains. \
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