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Election Day is six days away.

It's also… right now, in many states. Early voting is well underway; millions have already voted.

Does it all have you feeling a little anxious?

Here's what to know — from when to vote to when this might all be over. nyti.ms/3jzRrIT

First, the basics:

Is it too late to register to vote? It depends where you live.

Check out our guide to see the rules in your state. nyti.ms/3kEpCR1

Should you vote early?

If you can vote early, you probably should. Get your “I Voted” sticker before the market is flooded. nyti.ms/2HLJGTk

Will your ballot get counted if you vote by mail?

That’s the idea. But acting just before the final deadlines is a risk. And you may not have enough time left to vote by mail in these states. nyti.ms/2HLJGTk

Is it risky to vote in-person on Election Day?

There is a pandemic. But by following public health guidelines like masking and social distancing, the dangers can be reduced. Voting during off-peak hours may also help you avoid crowds and lines.

What about voter fraud?

Voter fraud is exceptionally rare in the U.S. But exaggerated or outright false accounts of widespread voter fraud are often invoked by Republicans to impose more restrictions on who can vote and how. nyti.ms/2HLJGTk

What are the “naked ballots” you might have heard about?

A naked ballot is a mail-in ballot that is missing its so-called secrecy envelope, which some states require. In states that do, skipping these envelopes is one of the most common errors voters make.

Will there be a clear winner on election night?

Maybe not, given the number of battleground states and the prospect of counting delays in places where local laws will prevent officials from processing mail-in ballots before Nov. 3. Patience will be key.

OK, but what do the polls say?

Polls have Joe Biden ahead of President Trump. But the polls had Hillary Clinton ahead four years ago, too.

This year, Biden’s national lead is generally larger, and he is looking competitive across a wide swath of states Trump won in 2016.

Which states should you watch?

The list is long. But a few of the big Democratic pickup opportunities are Pennsylvania, Michigan and Wisconsin, three states that swung in 2016, when Trump won them by fewer than 80,000 votes combined. nyti.ms/2HLJGTk

Who's going to win the Senate?

It’s looking like a tossup, though Democrats are bullish. A handful of Republican incumbents in purple or even bluish states were always going to have a difficult road. nyti.ms/2HLJGTk

What about the House?

Democrats are viewed as the clear favorites to retain control of the House and even add to their majority.

But really: When will we know who won?

Unclear. Patience is, and will be, a virtue.

See more answers to all your anxious questions in our full guide. nyti.ms/2HLJGTk