How to swap
Swapping tokens on Jupiter is as easy as it gets! Whether you're diving into Solana for the first time or just want to make your trades more efficient, we’ve got you covered. Follow these simple steps, and you’ll be swapping like a pro in no time.
If this is your very first interaction in crypto, Web3, Solana, get started with the basics and necessary set ups in this guide.
Step 1: Pick Your Tokens
Now, let’s set up your trade:
In the From field, select the token you want to sell or trade.
- Use the dropdown menu or search for the token name.
In the To field, select the token you want to buy or receive.
[Screenshot: Swap interface showing selected tokens in both fields]
It is always a good habit to use the token's mint address as the source of truth.
If you use the name or symbol/ticker to search for the token, always cross reference the mint address.
Step 2: Enter the Amount
Enter how much of the token you want to sell in the From field. Jupiter will instantly calculate and reflect on the interface:
Output Amounts: How much you’ll get back.
- The total output amount of the swap
- The minimum output amount (after accounting for slippage) of the swap
Route Details: Jupiter's GPS for your tokens.
You can find and open the 1 Market or 2 Routes + 2 Markets above the Swap Button. It will show you the exact order routing path for the quote.
You’ll also see some handy details which can help you make informed decisions:
- Price Impact: Price Impact is influenced by the available liquidity to settle the trade. The larger the trade the larger the price impact on the selected assets.
[Screenshot: Swap interface with amount entered and trade details highlighted]
Step 3: Review and Swap
Here comes the fun part!
- Double-check the trade details like the amounts to sell and buy, the tokens involved.
- Click Swap to kick things off.
- Approve the transaction in your wallet when it pops up.
- Once confirmed, track your transaction on the Solana blockchain explorer or Jupiter Portfolio.
[Screenshot: Swap confirmation screen with trade summary highlighted]
Optional Step: Tweak the Settings
Your swap is by default in Auto Mode where, Jupiter handles it for you by optimizing settings for an easy and quick swap. However, you can customize your preferred settings:
- Switch from Auto mode to Manual mode.
- Adjust your Settings, mainly Slippage mode and Transaction Broadcasting settings, read more about what these mean here.
- Ensure your settings like the slippage threshold and transaction fees being paid are within your expectations.
[Screenshot: Settings menu with slippage and transaction speed options highlighted]