> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.ascend.market/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Public Testnet User Guide

> Step-by-step guide to getting started on the Ascend public testnet

## Getting Started

Head to the Ascend testnet at [testnet.ascend.market](https://testnet.ascend.market/) to begin trading in a risk-free environment.

## Connect Your Wallet

Ascend supports multiple wallet types across different chains:

| Chain                    | Connection Method                                         |
| ------------------------ | --------------------------------------------------------- |
| **Solana**               | Via Privy                                                 |
| **EVM** (Ethereum, etc.) | Via Privy                                                 |
| **Midnight**             | Via Lace                                                  |
| **Cardano**              | All Cardano wallets supported (Lace, Vespr, Nufi, Eternl) |

<Steps>
  <Step title="Connect Wallet">
    Click **Connect Wallet** and select your preferred wallet provider: Privy, Lace, Vespr, Nufi, Eternl, or Midnight.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Claim Testnet Funds">
    Navigate to your **Profile Page** and click **Claim Faucet** to receive free testnet USDT. Each claim credits your wallet with **1,000 USDT**.

    <Frame caption="Accounts & Security - Claim Faucet to receive testnet USDT">
      <img src="https://mintcdn.com/acme-58ae63bf/BsKv0p-GL1ZTml7D/images/image%20(4).png?fit=max&auto=format&n=BsKv0p-GL1ZTml7D&q=85&s=dbb74898d409ea124c1518a122960586" alt="Accounts and security page showing wallet addresses and Claim Faucet button" width="961" height="455" data-path="images/image (4).png" />
    </Frame>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Deposit to Trading Account">
    Click the **Deposit** button on your profile. Select your network (e.g. Ethereum), enter an amount using the quick-select buttons ($1, $10, $50, $100) or type a custom value, and confirm.

    <Frame caption="Deposit modal - select network and enter amount">
      <img src="https://mintcdn.com/acme-58ae63bf/BsKv0p-GL1ZTml7D/images/image%20(5).png?fit=max&auto=format&n=BsKv0p-GL1ZTml7D&q=85&s=5d5bb2b7223012ae38ebb8c6db342313" alt="Deposit dialog showing network selection and amount input" width="1919" height="923" data-path="images/image (5).png" />
    </Frame>

    Your trading account balance will update immediately.

    <Frame caption="Profile page showing $100 balance after deposit">
      <img src="https://mintcdn.com/acme-58ae63bf/BsKv0p-GL1ZTml7D/images/image%20(6).png?fit=max&auto=format&n=BsKv0p-GL1ZTml7D&q=85&s=6a524c73c8ec343b72d8e234b959e730" alt="Profile page with PnL $0 and Balance $100" width="953" height="533" data-path="images/image (6).png" />
    </Frame>
  </Step>
</Steps>

## Placing a Trade

Once your trading account is funded, you're ready to start trading probabilities with up to **1001x leverage** across outcomes, crypto, stocks, metals, commodities, and more.

<Steps>
  <Step title="Choose a Market">
    Browse available markets from the **Markets** page. Each market poses a yes/no question, for example, *"Will BTC go up by 07:59 UTC March 21, 2026?"* with a target price.

    <Frame caption="Trading interface - BTC market with order book and probability chart">
      <img src="https://mintcdn.com/acme-58ae63bf/BsKv0p-GL1ZTml7D/images/image%20(7).png?fit=max&auto=format&n=BsKv0p-GL1ZTml7D&q=85&s=4aa171d9fcbb618da38a7f362eee8753" alt="Trading interface showing BTC market at 45% chance, order book, and probability chart" width="1913" height="935" data-path="images/image (7).png" />
    </Frame>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Set Your Position">
    Configure your trade:

    * **Amount** - Your initial margin (e.g. \$50)
    * **Leverage** - Slide to set leverage (e.g. 8x)
    * **Direction** - Choose **Long** (yes) or **Short** (no)

    The interface displays your:

    | Field                           | Description                                  |
    | ------------------------------- | -------------------------------------------- |
    | **Size in USD**                 | Total position size (margin x leverage)      |
    | **Entry Position (0% Spread)**  | The probability at which you enter           |
    | **Liq. Position (-95% Margin)** | The probability at which you'd be liquidated |
    | **Fee**                         | Trading fees for the order                   |

    <Frame caption="Position details - 8x leverage, $400 size, 47% entry, 41% liquidation">
      <img src="https://mintcdn.com/acme-58ae63bf/BsKv0p-GL1ZTml7D/images/image%20(8).png?fit=max&auto=format&n=BsKv0p-GL1ZTml7D&q=85&s=ce0e1c80878b300877b0ee4a474f3dd4" alt="Position configuration showing 8x leverage with entry at 47% and liquidation at 41%" width="1483" height="758" data-path="images/image (8).png" />
    </Frame>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Monitor Your Position">
    Track open positions under the **Positions** tab, which shows market, leverage, current value, liquidation percentage, unrealized PnL, and status.

    <Frame caption="Open position - BTC Long at 8x leverage, currently IN PROFIT at $67.77">
      <img src="https://mintcdn.com/acme-58ae63bf/BsKv0p-GL1ZTml7D/images/image%20(9).png?fit=max&auto=format&n=BsKv0p-GL1ZTml7D&q=85&s=e5ad494cbefd0dc3ede407f2b1ea8039" alt="Positions table showing BTC Long position at 8x leverage with value $67.77 and IN PROFIT status" width="962" height="441" data-path="images/image (9).png" />
    </Frame>
  </Step>

  <Step title="Close Your Position">
    Click **Close** on any open position to realize your profit or loss. Your PnL and trading account balance will update automatically on your profile page.

    <Frame caption="Profile after closing - $17.76 PnL, $117.77 balance">
      <img src="https://mintcdn.com/acme-58ae63bf/BsKv0p-GL1ZTml7D/images/image%20(10).png?fit=max&auto=format&n=BsKv0p-GL1ZTml7D&q=85&s=37a9d5a9bb9f78865a601d7ff662eb39" alt="Profile page showing PnL of $17.76 and Balance of $117.77" width="951" height="456" data-path="images/image (10).png" />
    </Frame>
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>
  Use the **Share** button on your profile to share your PnL card with others.
</Tip>