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  This is the PollinationX dApp manual page. Follow the steps for easier
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# PX dApp User Guide

<table data-view="cards"><thead><tr><th></th><th></th><th data-hidden></th><th data-hidden data-card-target data-type="content-ref"></th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td>1️⃣ <strong>Connect to the dApp</strong></td><td>Install, login, fund your wallet and connect to PX App.</td><td></td><td><a href="#connecting-to-the-dapp">#connecting-to-the-dapp</a></td></tr><tr><td>2️⃣ <strong>Set up the PX dApp account</strong></td><td>Set up or import a PX Storage NFT account.</td><td></td><td><a href="#setting-up-the-px-dapp-account">#setting-up-the-px-dapp-account</a></td></tr><tr><td>3️⃣ <strong>Set up the dashboard</strong></td><td>Mint PX NFTs, export private keys and access dev tools.</td><td></td><td><a href="#setting-up-the-dashboard">#setting-up-the-dashboard</a></td></tr><tr><td>4️⃣ <strong>Manage and upload files to decentralized storage</strong></td><td>Create folders, drag and drop, edit or delete files.</td><td></td><td><a href="#managing-and-uploading-files-to-decentralized-storage">#managing-and-uploading-files-to-decentralized-storage</a></td></tr><tr><td>5️⃣ <strong>Sync the state to the blockchain</strong></td><td>Sync the file structure state to the blockchain.</td><td></td><td><a href="#syncing-the-file-structure-state-to-the-blockchain">#syncing-the-file-structure-state-to-the-blockchain</a></td></tr><tr><td>6️⃣ <strong>Upgrade or mint new storage NFTs</strong></td><td>Mint according to your storage needs.</td><td></td><td><a href="#upgrade-or-mint-new-storage">#upgrade-or-mint-new-storage</a></td></tr></tbody></table>

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### Connecting to the dApp

PX dApp is a Web3-native application supporting [MetaMask](https://support.metamask.io/getting-started/getting-started-with-metamask/) and Wallet Connect. We recommend beginners take the [MetaMask Web3 101](https://learn.metamask.io/overview) course before starting.

Since PX dApp services run on-chain, ensure your wallet has enough gas for setup and operations.&#x20;

The PX dApp is a multi-chain application. Users can choose between several supported EVM blockchains. We recommend browsing the [supported network list](https://wiki.pollinationx.io/overview/supported-networks-and-storages) and choosing the blockchain most suited to your needs.

Steps:

* ⚙️ Install and login to a supported wallet
* 💰 Fund your wallet with gas
* 🤝 Connect your wallet with the [PX dApp Testnet](https://testnet.pollinationx.io/) (testnet.pollinationx.io) or [PX dApp Mainnet](https://app.pollinationx.io/) (app.pollinationx.io)
* 🔗 Select blockchain

### Setting up the PX dApp account

When you first connect to the PX dApp, you'll need to create or import a PX Storage NFT account. Each PX Storage NFT account has its own encryption with a unique public and private key pair. The private key allows you to export your PX Storage NFT accounts and restore your storage state on any browser-based device.

Steps:

* 🔐 **Set up** a password for the account
* 👤 **Create** a new account or import a private key of an existing one
* 🔑 If creating a new account, be sure to store the account private key securely
* ⚠️ **Follow** the instructions carefully to complete the account setup

### **Setting up the dashboard**

The PX dApp dashboard is your mission control within the application. It lets you mint PX Storage NFTs and manage their accounts. It is also a place where devs can access integrator tools and settings.&#x20;

Steps:

* ⛏️ **Mint** PX Storage NFT according to your preferences and confirm the transaction with your wallet, read more in the "[upgrade or mint PX NFT chapter](#upgrade-or-mint-new-storage)"
* 👉 **Access** the account tab to export the account private key (if needed)
* 👉 **Access** the settings tab to reset the private key within the app (if needed)

### Managing and uploading files to decentralized storage

Once you’ve set up the dashboard, adding files to your PX storage NFT account is as easy as dragging and dropping from your computer’s file system.

Steps:

* 📂 Create folders
* 💾 Drag and drop the chosen files to the dedicated form within the app and upload the files to decentralized storage - check the upload progress on the right
* ⬇️ Download, edit or delete files by accessing the additional features menu

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### **Syncing the file structure state to the blockchain**

The sync with blockchain feature enables syncing the file structure state between different devices.&#x20;

Steps:

* ⬇️ Download from blockchain - choose to download the app state
* ⬆️ Upload to blockchain - choose to upload the app state

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### Upgrade or mint new storage

PollinationX NFTs enable easy access to decentralized storage. Users can mint decentralized storage NFTs according to their storage needs (e.g. 100MB, 5GB, 20GB, 100GB). Storage is available until used. New storage NFTs can be minted according to the user's need.

Steps:

* 🚀 **Upgrade** storage - Upgrade the storage on the existing NFT located in your wallet
* ⛏️ **Mint** new storage NFT - Mints a new storage NFT
* 🔄 **Refresh** the dynamic NFT creative located at the left bottom of the dApp. Newly minted storage should appear under the usage writing.

### Disclaimer

THE SOFTWARE SET FORTH IN THESE TERMS IS PROVIDED 'AS IS”, WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY THAT THE SOFTWARE IS FREE OF DEFECTS, MERCHANTABLE OR FIT FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. NO ORAL OR WRITTEN INFORMATION OR ADVICE GIVEN BY US.

In no event will the Company, its affiliates, distributors or resellers be liable for any indirect, special, incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use of or inability to use the software, including, without limitation, damages for lost profits, loss of goodwill, work stoppage, computer failure or malfunction, or any and all other commercial damages or losses, even if advised of the possibility thereof.
