# How To Use

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## **Getting Started!**

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## Join the group

* Click this link: [**Join Bitfoot Alpha Pings**](https://t.me/bitfootpings)
* If you have Telegram installed, the group will open automatically.
* Tap **"Join Group"** to get instant access to all pings.
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## Inside the Group

Once you join **Bitfoot Alpha Pings**, you'll see a **Telegram chat** where all real-time alerts (pings) are posted. Here’s what you’ll find inside:

* **Live Pings** – Every new token alert appears at the **bottom of the chat** in real time.
* **Multipliers Tracking** – The group also tracks **how much previously pinged tokens have multiplied in value**, giving you insights into their performance.
* **Full History Access** – The chat is **not deleted**, so you can scroll up and **review past pings** to analyze trends.
* **Organized Feed** – Only **high-potential token alerts** are posted, keeping the group clean and easy to navigate.

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## Understanding a Ping

Each ping in **Bitfoot Alpha Pings** provides key data about a detected Solana token. Let’s break down each element of the ping message and what it means.

*💡 Note: Bitfoot Alpha Pings filters potential breakout projects using premium algorithms and volume analysis, helping you identify winners early before they gain traction. However, not every ping is an automatic buy signal—users must learn to apply their own filters and assess each opportunity based on their strategy.*

This tool is designed to **narrow down the thousands of tokens launching daily**, but **final decision-making is up to the trader**. To help with this, we’ve included **tips on effective filtering strategies at the end of this guide**.

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### **Token Address & Name**

The first line displays the **unique contract address** of the token, which is essential for verifying its legitimacy. Clicking on the address **automatically copies it to your clipboard**, allowing you to quickly paste it into **Bitfoot Trading Bot** or any other tool for further analysis.

Below the address, the **token name and ticker** (Fast Money Glitch – FMG) help traders quickly identify the asset.

### **Price Information**

* **USD** – The current token price in US dollars.
* **Market Cap (MC)** – The total market capitalization of the token, indicating its overall valuation.
* **Volume (Vol)** – The amount of capital currently flowing into the token, showing how actively it is being traded.

### **Listing Time & Ping Timestamp**

* **Seen** – Indicates when the token was first listed on the blockchain, helping traders understand how new the token is.
* Ping Timestamp – The time at the bottom right corner of the message shows when the alert was sent to the group.

### **Exchange & Liquidity**

* **Dex** – The decentralized exchange (DEX) where the token is actively traded.
* **Dex Paid** – Indicates whether the project has **paid for promotional placement** on the DEX.
  * 🟢 **Green** – The token has **paid promotion**, meaning the team is actively marketing it.
  * 🔴 **Red** – No paid promotion, meaning the token is growing organically.

### **Holder & Distribution Data**

* **Top 10 Holders** – Displays the percentage of the total supply held by the top 10 wallets, which can indicate potential risks:
  * 🟢 **Green (0-19%)** – Low concentration, generally safer distribution.
  * 🟡 **Yellow (20-79%)** – Risky zone, whales hold a significant portion.
  * 🔴 **Red (80%+)** – High risk of a rug pull, extreme centralization.

### **TH - Top Holders**

* **TH** stands for **Top Holders** and displays the percentage of the token supply held by the top wallets. When available, it includes a **clickable link to view these wallet addresses on Solscan**, allowing you to track their activity and gain deeper insights into token distribution.

### **Analysis Tools**

* **Chart Link** – Provides a **direct link to the real-time price chart**, helping users quickly analyze price trends and market activity before making a decision.

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## **One-Click Trading with Bitfoot Bot**

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* Bitfoot Alpha Pings seamlessly integrates with **Bitfoot Trading Bot**, allowing users to execute trades instantly in two ways:

**⚡Buy on Bitfoot: \[COIN]**

* Clicking **"Buy on Bitfoot"** opens the **Bitfoot Trading Bot** and directs users to the **TX Monitor**, the same interface they are used to in the bot. From there, users can manually adjust their **buy settings** based on their preferences before confirming the transaction.

#### **⚡ Fast Buy Buttons**

* Pre-set buy buttons allow users to **instantly purchase the token** through Bitfoot Trading Bot **without opening the TX Monitor**. The transaction is executed immediately based on the **predefined SOL amounts** (e.g., 0.5 SOL, 1 SOL, 2 SOL, etc.), ensuring **the fastest possible entry**.
* These buttons use **fixed preset amounts that cannot be changed**. If users want to customize their buy settings, they can do so directly in the **Bitfoot Trading Bot**.
* More details on custom presets can be found below in Other Tips.

This system provides both **flexibility for custom trades** and **speed for quick execution**, giving traders an edge in the market.

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## Understanding Multipliers

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Multipliers in **Bitfoot Alpha Pings** track how much a previously pinged token has increased in value over time. This helps users evaluate the **historical performance** of past alerts and identify trends in the market.

**How to Read a Multiplier Alert**

* **342.5x** → The token has multiplied **342.5 times** since the ping was posted in the group.
* **323.3K to 110.8M** → The market cap of the token has grown from **$323.3K to $110.8M** since it was first pinged.

*Note: Multipliers do not guarantee future success but offer valuable insights into past token performance within the Alpha Pings system*

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### Applying your own filters (DYOR)

How to Use It:

* Identify Trends – Look for patterns in recently successful tokens.
* Check the Token Name – Does it fit a current meta or have viral potential?
* Research the Project – Review the Twitter, website, and branding to see if it looks solid.
* Monitor Early Volume – Is buying momentum continuing, or does it stall after launch?
* Take Profits Smartly – 90% of tokens don’t pump longer than 24 hours—secure profits along the way.
* Use Bitfoot Quick Buttons – Instantly buy tokens through Bitfoot Trading Bot for the fastest execution.

By combining Bitfoot Alpha Pings with your own filtering strategy, you increase your chances of catching strong plays early while avoiding weak projects.

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Watch this video for more **tips for filtering pings**
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