When a company ask for “expected salary”, how much should I put?

$X - $Y.

x is the minimum amount you're willing to settle for considering the job scope you'll be undertaking,

y is your ideal amount.

This is a rough gauge. I don't do that personally. My approach varies from situations and is unorthodox. Don't be like me. Follow the XY plan.

You can use the estimated salary of the position in the company via glassdoor or indeed website as a guide.

I would do the following things, look at salary bands on sites like - Glassdoor/Indeed. Look at the role you are applying for and the. Compare. Sometimes a 20% jump may “seem” unreasonable but it might be the right increase given where you are

Its not a trick question - Just put the salary you expect. If you think 70k is right based on your current market value, then put so.

And if the offer fall below your expectations, check if they are able to compensate in other ways, eg. bonus/options, or if there is potential opportunities of growth eg. increment/promotion to take in consideration. If really not worth, just walk away.

If they give just your expected - then thats in your expectations right?

If eventually after interview, you expect higher than the original expected salary, justify why and the company will surely consider negotiation if it is fair.