> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://polymarketguide.gitbook.io/polymarketguide/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://polymarketguide.gitbook.io/polymarketguide/resolution/how-do-markets-resolve/resolution.md).

# Resolution

After an outcome has been finalized, the market may be ready to resolve.

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A finalized outcome does not always mean the market resolves immediately. If the market's resolution conditions have not yet been met, it may remain open.
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### What happens after the outcome is finalized?

The finalized outcome is written onto the blockchain.

*Example*: *Super Bowl Champion 2026 (Buffalo Bills) – No* is written onto the blockchain.

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### How does the market resolve?

Once the finalized outcome is written onto the blockchain, Polymarket resolves the market accordingly.

*Example*: Once *Super Bowl Champion 2026 (Buffalo Bills) – No* is written onto the blockchain, the Buffalo Bills market resolves to No.

### How are payouts made?

Once the market is resolved, traders are paid out based on the final outcome.

*Example*: For *Super Bowl Champion 2026 (Buffalo Bills)*, shareholders of Yes receive $0 per share, and shareholders of No receive $1 per share.