A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE ON HOW TO SWAP $VSG USING UNISWAP

Vitalik Smart Gas
3 min readApr 16, 2024

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Uniswap stands as a pioneering decentralized exchange (DEX) built atop the Ethereum blockchain, revolutionizing the world of cryptocurrency trading. Launched in 2018, Uniswap employs an automated market maker (AMM) model, enabling users to seamlessly swap various Ethereum-based tokens without the need for traditional order books or intermediaries. Its decentralized nature empowers users with unprecedented control over their assets, fostering a trustless and permissionless environment for trading. With its user-friendly interface and transparent protocol, Uniswap has quickly emerged as a cornerstone of the decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem, democratizing access to financial services and liquidity provision on a global scale.

Below is a step-by-step guide on how to swap $VSG using Uniswap V2:

STEP 1: ACCESS UNISWAP

Visit Uniswap’s website: Uniswap V2. Ensure that you are connected to the Ethereum mainnet via a compatible wallet like MetaMask.

STEP 2: FIND $VSG TOKEN

Click on the “Explore” tab on the Uniswap interface. In the search bar, paste the contract address of the $VSG token: 0x2a5fa016ffb20c70e2ef36058c08547f344677aa. Press enter, and the token details should appear.

STEP 3: CONNECT WALLET

Ensure that your wallet is connected to the Uniswap interface. If not already connected, click on the “Connect to a Wallet” button and select your preferred wallet provider. Follow the prompts to connect.

STEP 4: CHOOSE TOKEN AND AMOUNT

In the swap interface, select $VSG token from the drop-down menu in the “From” field. Then, enter the amount of $VSG you want to swap.

STEP 5: SELECT TOKEN TO SWAP FOR

In the “To” field, select the token you want to receive in exchange for your $VSG. You can either choose a specific token from the drop-down menu or enter the contract address directly if the token is not listed.

STEP 6: ADJUST SLIPPAGE TOLERANCE (OPTIONAL)

You can adjust the slippage tolerance if needed. Slippage is the difference between the expected price of a trade and the price at which the trade is executed. If you’re swapping a large amount, consider increasing the slippage tolerance to ensure your trade goes through.

STEP 7: REVIEW AND CONFIRM

Review the details of your swap including the estimated gas fees. Once you’re satisfied, click on the “Swap” button.

STEP 8: CONFIRM TRANSACTION

Your wallet will prompt you to confirm the transaction. Review the details and confirm the swap. Once confirmed, the transaction will be submitted to the Ethereum network for processing.

STEP 9: WAIT FOR CONFIRMATION

Wait for the transaction to be confirmed on the Ethereum blockchain. You can track the progress of your transaction using a blockchain explorer like Etherscan.

STEP 10: TOKENS RECEIVED

Once the transaction is confirmed, you will receive the swapped tokens in your wallet. You can view your new token balance in your wallet interface.

That’s it! You’ve successfully swapped $VSG using Uniswap V2. Make sure to double-check all details before confirming transactions, and always be cautious when interacting with decentralized exchanges.

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Vitalik Smart Gas
Vitalik Smart Gas

Written by Vitalik Smart Gas

VSG - VITALIK SMART GAS IS THE GAS TOKEN FOR THE VCS - L2 VITALIK SMART CHAIN.

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