Pool details

This guide will help you understand the Pool Details page and how to use it effectively.

Introduction

The Pool Details page is your central hub for information about a specific liquidity pool. Here, you can find everything you need to know about a pool, from its current status and historical performance to the various actions you can take, like adding or removing liquidity. Think of it as your command center for managing your participation in a particular pool and making informed decisions.

Pool Charts

This section provides a visual representation of the pool's performance over time. You'll find key information about the pool displayed prominently here, usually above or alongside the charts:

• Token Pair: The two tokens that make up the liquidity pool (e.g., APT/USDC).

• Pool Type: Indicates the kind of pool, such as "Volatile" (for assets with typically fluctuating prices) or "Concentrated" (allowing you to provide liquidity within a specific price range, which can be more capital-efficient).

• Fee Tier: The percentage fee taken from trades in this pool, which is then distributed to liquidity providers like yourself.

Available Charts:

You can switch between different views to understand various aspects of the pool's activity:

• Volume Chart: This chart shows the total amount of assets traded in the pool over a selected period. It helps you gauge the pool's trading activity and popularity.

• Price Chart: This chart displays the price movement of one token relative to the other in the pool. This is useful for understanding price trends and the historical performance of the assets.

Using the Charts:

• Changing Time Filters: To see data for different timeframes, you can use the time filter buttons. Typically, you'll see options like:

  • D: Daily view

  • W: Weekly view

  • M: Monthly view

  • Y: Yearly view Clicking on these buttons will update the charts to reflect the chosen period, allowing you to zoom in on recent activity or view long-term trends.

• Switching Chart Types: There is a drop down that allows you to select which view you would like.

Pool Information

This area of the page gives you a snapshot of the pool's current health and activity through several key statistics:

• Total Value Locked (TVL): This is the total value (usually in USD) of all assets currently deposited in the pool by liquidity providers. It's a good indicator of the pool's size, trust, and overall liquidity.

• 24-hour Trading Volume: This shows the total value of all trades that have occurred in the pool over the last 24 hours. High volume can indicate strong trading activity and potentially higher fee generation for LPs.

• 24-hour Fees Generated: This shows the total amount of fees collected from trades in the pool over the last 24 hours. These fees are what liquidity providers earn.

Tokens in the Pool:

Below these key statistics, you'll find a breakdown of the specific tokens that make up the pool. For each token, you will typically see:

• Icon: The visual logo of the token for easy identification.

• Name/Symbol: The name or ticker symbol of the token (e.g., Ethereum or ETH).

• Amount in Pool: The total quantity of that specific token currently held within the pool. This gives you an idea of the pool's composition.

• Explorer Link: Often, the token name or symbol will be a clickable link. Clicking this will take you to a blockchain explorer (like Etherscan for Ethereum-based tokens), where you can view the token's contract details, its transaction history on the blockchain, and verify its legitimacy.

Action Buttons

The Pool Details page also provides convenient buttons to interact directly with the pool:

• Swap Button:

  • Clicking this button allows you to trade (or "swap") one token for another using the liquidity available in this specific pool. This is useful for acquiring one of the pool's tokens or rebalancing your holdings.

  • You'll typically be taken to a dedicated swap interface or a pop-up where you can select the tokens you wish to exchange and the amount. (More information can be found in our Swap Guide - link to be added once available).

  • If a pool contains more than two tokens (which is less common for standard Automated Market Maker pools), clicking "Swap" might first open a dialog where you select which pair of tokens within the pool you want to trade.

• Add Liquidity Button:

  • This button lets you contribute your own tokens to the pool. By adding liquidity, you become a liquidity provider (LP) and can earn a share of the trading fees generated by the pool, proportional to your share of the pool.

  • Clicking this will typically take you to a page or bring up a form where you can specify which tokens and how much you want to deposit. (For detailed instructions, please see our Add Liquidity Guide - link to be added once available).

Transactions Table

This table provides a detailed log of all recent transactions that have interacted with this specific liquidity pool. It's a great way to see the flow of assets and activities related to the pool, offering transparency.

Information Displayed:

For each transaction, you'll typically see the following details:

• Type: The kind of transaction, such as:

  • Swap: An exchange of one token for another within the pool.

  • Add: Liquidity (tokens) being added to the pool by an LP.

  • Remove: Liquidity (tokens and often accrued fees) being withdrawn from the pool by an LP.

  • Claim Fees: A liquidity provider collecting their earned fees without removing their underlying liquidity (if this function is separate).

• Tokens Involved: The specific tokens and their amounts that were part of the transaction. For example, a swap would show the amount of token A swapped for the amount of token B. An add liquidity event would show the amounts of each token deposited.

• Total Value: The total dollar value of the transaction at the time it occurred. This helps in understanding the magnitude of each event.

• Account: The wallet address that initiated the transaction.

• Date/Time: When the transaction took place, usually with a timestamp.

• Explorer Link: A direct link (often represented by a small icon or the transaction ID itself) to view this specific transaction on a blockchain explorer. This provides full transparency and allows for deeper investigation if needed.

Filtering Transactions:

To help you find specific types of transactions and declutter the view, you can use filters. Look for filter options (often displayed as tabs, buttons, or a dropdown menu) such as:

• All: Shows all transactions related to the pool.

• Swaps: Displays only swap (trade) transactions.

• Adds: Shows only transactions where liquidity was added.

• Removes: Shows only transactions where liquidity was removed.

• Claim Fees: Shows only transactions where LPs claimed their fees (if applicable as a separate transaction type).

Navigating Transactions:

If there are many transactions (popular pools can have thousands!), the table will likely be paginated. This means transactions are split across multiple pages. You'll usually find "Next Page," "Previous Page," or page number buttons at the bottom of the table to navigate through the history of transactions. This allows you to look back at older activity in the pool should you need to.

Conclusion

The Pool Details page is a powerful tool for understanding and interacting with liquidity pools. By familiarizing yourself with its sections—Charts, Information, Action Buttons, and Transactions Table—you can make more informed decisions whether you're looking to swap tokens, provide liquidity, or simply research a pool's activity. Always ensure you understand the risks involved with interacting with decentralized finance protocols.