# Quick Category Budget

The **Quick Budget** feature, represented by the **thunder icon**, provides a snapshot of your spending trends and helps you make informed budgeting decisions based on your past financial behavior.

1. **Tap on the Thunder Icon**:
   * In the selected category, tap the **thunder icon** located at the top of the screen. This will reveal key budget insights for that category.
2. **Review Past Spending and Allocations**:
   * **Spent Last Month**: See how much you spent in this category during the previous month.
   * **Allocated Last Month**: Review the amount you allocated to this category in the last month.
   * **3-Month Average**: Check the average amount you’ve allocated or spent over the past three months to understand your usual spending pattern.
3. **Use the Insights**:
   * With this information, you can make better budgeting decisions. For example, if you consistently overspend in a category, you might choose to allocate more funds to it this month.

The Quick Budget feature gives you the tools to adjust your budget in line with your spending habits, helping you stay on top of your finances with ease.

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