1. Create a New Wallet:
Click on the MetaMask icon in your browser's toolbar to open the extension. Click "Get Started" and then "Create a Wallet." Follow the prompts to create a strong password for your wallet.
2. Secure Your Recovery Phrase:
MetaMask will generate a 12-word recovery phrase. Write this phrase down and store it securely. This recovery phrase is crucial for recovering your wallet if you forget your password or lose access to your device.
3. Confirm Your Recovery Phrase:
MetaMask will ask you to confirm your recovery phrase by selecting the words in the correct order. This step ensures you have accurately recorded your recovery phrase.
1. Open the MetaMask Extension:
Click on the MetaMask icon in your browser's toolbar to open the extension.
2. Enter Your Password:
Enter the password you created during the setup process and click "Unlock" to log in to your MetaMask account.
3. Access Your Wallet:
Once logged in, you will have access to your MetaMask wallet, where you can view your Ethereum balance, transaction history, and manage your assets.
1. Explore DApps:
MetaMask allows you to interact with a variety of Ethereum-based decentralized applications (DApps). Visit popular DApps such as Uniswap, OpenSea, and Compound directly from your browser.
2. Connect Your Wallet:
When you visit a DApp, you will often see an option to connect your wallet. Click on this option and select MetaMask from the list of wallet providers. Follow the prompts to connect your MetaMask wallet to the DApp.
3. Perform Transactions:
Once connected, you can perform transactions within the DApp. For example, you can trade tokens on Uniswap, purchase NFTs on OpenSea, or lend and borrow assets on Compound. Confirm each transaction in MetaMask and ensure you have enough Ethereum for gas fees.
1. Send Ethereum:
To send Ethereum, click on the "Send" button in MetaMask. Enter the recipient's address, the amount of Ethereum to send, and adjust the gas fee if necessary. Confirm the transaction to send the funds.
2. Receive Ethereum:
To receive Ethereum, click on the "Receive" button in MetaMask. You can share your wallet address or the provided QR code with the sender.
3. View Transaction History:
In MetaMask, you can view your transaction history to track all your Ethereum transactions and activity within DApps.