How to Inscribe Names on UniSat
Inscribe Names with UniSat
In the Ethereum ecosystem, the term we use for creating NFTs is “mint,” meaning “to forge.” However, in the Bitcoin ecosystem, there is a unique term for creating NFTs called “inscribe,” which translates to “engrave.” The resulting item is called an “inscription.” When people in the community talk about creating NFTs, they often use the phrase “inscribe an inscription.” For example, when someone asks, “What are you inscribing today?” they’re asking about what NFT is being created. Of course, if you’re more comfortable using the term “mint,” that’s also perfectly fine.
So, how do you inscribe an inscription?
You need three things: Bitcoin, wallet, and an inscribing platform.
There are currently multiple platforms being used in the Bitcoin ecosystem for inscribing. Since UniSat is one of the most popular at the moment, we will tutorial you on “How to Inscribe Names Using the UniSat Platform”.
UniSat currently offers four options for inscription: BRC-20, Names, Files, and Text.
Inscribe Names
Step 1: Visit https://unisat.io/ and select the “Inscribe” tab in the navigation bar, than connect wallet.
Step 2: Choose the name you want to make an inscribe.
Step 3: In this field, where ‘OrdinalNews.gm‘ and ‘OrdinalNewsio.gm‘ are written, you can enter anything you like, but it should resemble a username, a nickname, or the domain of your website (as shown in our example). Then click “Next“.
Step 4: Check that it matches the names you filled in. If it is correct, click “Next“.
Step 5: This page shows you how much it costs for Inscribing Names. Enter the address to receive the assets.
You can also set the network fee here. The picture shows “Normal 3sat/vB” and “Custom“. Click on “Custom” to set the network fee rate. Then click “Submit & Pay invoice”
Step 6: Click “Pay with Wallet”
Step 7: Confirm Transaction
Step 8: You successfully Inscribed Names. Wait for the transaction confirmation. Press “View tx” to view your transaction confirmation. Press “View inscription” to view the inscription.
NOTE: Transcation confirmation takes a minimum of 10-20 minutes.
Step 9: After 10-20 minutes, you’ll see “Inscription Created“.
Step 10: You can view the Names you inscribed in the “Collectibles” section of your wallet.
Incribing Bitcoin Ordinals with UniSat is a straightforward process that involves connecting your wallet, filling out the required form, and paying the network fee. By following the steps outlined—visiting the UniSat platform, configuring your Names details, and confirming the transaction—you can successfully inscribe a new Names. After a brief wait for transaction confirmation, you can view your inscribed Names in the “Collectibles” section of your wallet. This method offers a user-friendly way to engage with Bitcoin NFTs, leveraging UniSat’s popular platform for efficient and effective inscribing.