# How to start trading

### 1. Getting Started

Visit [t.me/raccoonfi\_bot](https://t.me/raccoonfi_bot) and click "Start Bot". Hit "Start Trading" when you see our welcome message to begin setting up your wallet.

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### 2. Wallet Setup (Critical! 🚨)

* Go to "Wallets" → "Create Wallet"
* You'll see your **private key** in a grey box - click to reveal
* **IMPORTANT: Copy and store your private key safely!** Import it to MetaMask or any Ink-compatible wallet
* **⚠️ Once you click "Confirm and delete", you cannot recover this private key**

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### 4. Adding Funds

Our bot uses ETH for trading on Ink. To start:

* Transfer ETH to your new Ink wallet
* Bridge from other networks using official bridges or Dapps
* Find all bridge options at: <https://inkonchain.com/dashboard?category=bridge>

### 5. Buying Tokens

***Limit orders will be available soon.***

1. Click "Buy" on the main panel
2. Paste the token contract address (find it on Dexscreener in token details)
3. Review token details screen:
   * Verify address on Ink explorer
   * Check Dexscreener chart
   * Choose buying amount
4. Select predefined ETH amount or "Buy X ETH" for custom
5. Hit "Confirm" to execute
6. Watch for "Processing..." and transaction confirmation

**Check your positions:** Menu → "Positions"

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### 6. Selling Tokens

Access selling options through "Positions" menu:&#x20;

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#### Manage Sales

* Choose 25%, 100%, or custom percentage
* **⚠️ IMPORTANT: Transactions execute immediately after selection**
* For custom percentages, transaction executes after your reply

#### Quick Sell

* Sells 100% of tokens in two clicks
* Includes profit summary confirmation step

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