Create a pool

What You Need Before Starting

📱 Compatible Aptos Wallet

You'll need a wallet that works with the Aptos blockchain:

  • Petra Wallet (most popular)

  • Aptos Connect (Google)

  • Other supported wallets (shown when you click "Connect Wallet")

💰 Tokens Ready

  • Both tokens you want to pair (e.g., APT + USDC for an APT/USDC pool)

  • APT for gas fees (small amount needed for transaction costs)

Example: To create an APT/USDC pool, you need:

  • ✅ APT tokens in your wallet

  • ✅ USDC tokens in your wallet

  • ✅ Extra APT for gas fees

Step-by-Step Pool Creation

Step 1: Connect Your Wallet

  1. Go to Tapp's website

  2. Click "Connect Wallet". Guide

  3. Select your wallet from the list

  4. Approve the connection in your wallet

Step 2: Navigate to Pool Creation

  1. Look for "Pools" under “Earn” in the main menu

  2. Click "Create Pool"

  3. You'll see the pool creation interface

Step 3: Choose Your Pool Type

🔄 Standard Pool (Recommended for Beginners)

  • Simple and reliable

  • Your liquidity works at all price levels

  • Good for: APT/USDC, major token pairs

  • Best if: You want set-and-forget liquidity

🎯 Concentrated Pool (Advanced)

  • Choose specific price ranges

  • Higher potential returns

  • Requires active management

  • Best if: You have strong price predictions

⚖️ Stable Pool (For Similar Assets)

  • Optimized for assets with similar values

  • Minimal price impact

  • Best if: Trading stablecoins (USDC/USDT) or staked assets

Step 4: Select Your Token Pair

  1. First Token: Click dropdown and select (e.g., APT)

  2. Second Token: Click dropdown and select (e.g., USDC)

  3. The platform will show if this pool already exists

Step 5: Configure Pool Settings

For Standard Pools:

  • Fee Tier: Choose from available options (usually 0.05%, 0.3%, or 1.0%)

  • Lower fees = more trading volume

  • Higher fees = more earnings per trade

For Concentrated Pools:

  • Fee Tier: Same as above

  • Price Range: Set minimum and maximum prices

  • Example: APT currently $5, you might choose $3-$7 range (NFA)

  • Starting Price: Usually auto-filled with current market price

For Stable Pools:

  • Fee Tier: Usually lower (0.05% or 0.1%)

  • Amplification Factor: Often preset for optimal performance

Step 6: Enter Deposit Amounts

I’ll use the minimum amount to get point accrual to my LP position ~ 200$ worth of assets

How Much to Deposit:

  1. Enter amount for first token (e.g., ~15.36 APT)

  2. Platform automatically calculates second token amount (e.g., ~104.1 USDC)

  3. Or enter amount for second token first

💡 Helpful Tips:

  • Start small for your first pool

  • You can always add more liquidity later

  • Check that you have enough tokens + gas fees

Step 7: Review Your Pool

Double-Check Everything:

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  • ✅ Correct tokens selected

  • ✅ Pool type matches your strategy

  • ✅ Deposit amounts look right

  • ✅ Fee tier is what you want

  • ✅ Price range (for concentrated pools) makes sense

Step 8: Create the Pool

  1. Approve Token Usage: Your wallet will ask to approve spending your tokens

  • Click "Approve" in your wallet

  • Wait for confirmation

  1. Create Pool: Click "Create Pool" button

  • Your wallet will ask for final confirmation

  • Click "Confirm" in your wallet

  • Wait for transaction to complete

🎉 Congratulations! Your pool is now live and earning fees! You can check your position in the Portfolio tab

After Creating Your Pool

📊 Monitor Your Position

  • Check your pool's performance regularly

  • Watch for price movements (especially concentrated pools)

  • Track fees earned

💰 Manage Your Liquidity

  • Add more: Increase your position anytime

  • Remove some: Withdraw partial liquidity

  • Adjust range: For concentrated pools, modify price ranges

📈 Optimize Performance

  • Rebalance concentrated positions when needed

  • Consider different fee tiers based on performance

  • Learn from experience and adjust strategy

Common Questions

Q: Can I lose money?

A: Yes, through "impermanent loss" if token prices change significantly. However, you also earn trading fees which can offset this.

Q: Which pool type should I choose first?

A: Standard pools are best for beginners - they're simple and always active.

Q: What if I pick the wrong settings?

A: You can usually close your position and remove your liquidity and create a new one, though you'll pay gas fees.

Q: How often should I check my pool?

A: Standard pools: Weekly or monthly. Concentrated pools: Daily or weekly.

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