I am looking for a solution to reduce the tracking of cat litter all over my apartment, any suggestions?

I am looking for a solution to reduce the tracking of cat litter all over my apartment, any suggestions?
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I use a litter box that is covered with a door at one end. It keeps anything from going outside the box except the litter on their paws. In front of the door is a plastic grass welcome mat. That catches most of the litter from their paws.
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