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How to trade Pokemon in Pokemon GO

How to trade Pokemon in Pokemon GO
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One of the most exciting systems in Pokemon GO is trading. By trading, you can not only get new Pokemon but give them to your friends and do various other things. In this guide, you will learn how to trade in Pokemon GO. Let’s get started!

ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES OF TRADING IN POKEMON GO

We'll start this guide with the main disadvantage of trading in Pokemon GO. The system only works locally. You need to be a few meters away from your friend to start trading. If you are in another city or country, you can't trade with your friends. This sharply reduces the functionality of trading, making it less attractive for players with online friends.

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Another disadvantage of trading is taxes. If you want to trade a few times, you will spend a significant amount of resources, which is pretty bad. Bear this in mind if you choose to trade with your friends.

However, among all disadvantages, there is one significant advantage, which makes trading probably the most community-loved thing in Pokemon GO. Trading provides players with the unique ability to share their Pokemon. Additionaly, trading rules are not regulated in any form. So, you can trade just as you want, use any combinations and get many benefits from trades.

HOW TO TRADE IN POKEMON GO

Now that we've talked about the pros and cons of trading, let's talk about how to do it. Even though this system seems to be extremely easy and obvious, there are some nuances that you need to know. And to make this guide easier for you, it will be divided into a few steps:

  1. Get close to your friend. Meeting your friend in real life is the primary requirement for trading in Pokemon GO. And when you both are physically in the exact location, head to your Pokemon GO friends list.
  2. After that, tap on your friend’s icon with whom you wish to trade Pokemon. Your friend needs to accept the trade, and the special trading menu will be opened.
  3. In the trading menu, you can not only pick the Pokemon that you want to sell but check its stats as well. Also, remember that when you trade, a Pokemon's level will be transferred. However, its IVs can change, so a 3-star may not stay that way.

However, before you start trading, remember that it is available only from level 10. Players with a level lower than 10 can't trade. Also, remember that some rare Pokemon can not be traded. Therefore, think a lot before you complete a trade.

CONCLUSION

In conclusion, trading is one of the most helpful features of Pokemon GO. However, even though this system seems so cool, it has a lot of disadvantages, which you need to be aware of.