# How-to-Use Guide

### CADENCE TESTNET INSTRUCTIONS

In order to participate in the testing process you must be connected to Canto Testnet and visit the [Trade Page](https://app.cadenceprotocol.io/#/trade).

Please follow the instructions below to switch your wallet to the proper network and obtain the necessary funds.

**Step 1**:

Assuming you have already installed and configured [MetaMask](https://metamask.io/) in your browser of choice, follow these steps to add the Canto network:

1. Open the MetaMask extension.
2. At the top of the interface, click on the network you are connected to e.g. "Ethereum Mainnet".
3. Click on "Add Network":

Add the Testnet to your wallet by adding the Canto Testnet network using these parameters:

* **Network Name:** Canto Testnet\
  **New RPC URL:** `https://canto-testnet.plexnode.wtf`\
  **Chain ID:** 7701\
  **Currency Symbol:** CANTO\
  **Block Explorer URL:** <https://testnet.tuber.build/>

**Step 2**:

Acquire CANTO testnet funds by either:

1. Visiting the [Faucet](https://testnet.cantofaucet.com). Enter your wallet address and click on "REQUEST."
2. Use the /driptestnet {address} command in the #canto-testnet-faucet channel of the [Canto Discord](https://discord.gg/canto)

**Step 3**:

Trade and enjoy the sounds of the first decentralized perpetuals on Canto!

Please note that position execution and price updates will be faster on MainNet.