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

# Setting up MetaMask

[MetaMask](https://metamask.io/) is one of the most popular crypto wallets for interacting with blockchains.

By adding Parallax as a **custom network**, you can use MetaMask to create addresses, manage balances, and transfer Parallax coins (laxes).

This guide will show you how to connect MetaMask to the Parallax network in a single click.

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## Prerequisites

* You have already installed and started the [Parallax client](../client/setup).
* MetaMask is installed in your browser (Chrome, Firefox, Brave, or Edge).
  * If not, download it from [metamask.io](https://metamask.io/download).

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## Step-by-step Guide

<Steps>
  <Step title="Open the Parallax wallets page">
    Go to [parallaxprotocol.org/en/wallets](https://parallaxprotocol.org/en/wallets).

    This page works with MetaMask and any other EVM-compatible wallet.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Add Parallax to your wallet">
    Click the **Add to MetaMask** button.

    Your wallet will open a prompt with the Parallax network details pre-filled — review them and approve to add the network.
  </Step>

  <Step title="Switch to the Parallax network">
    Once approved, MetaMask will add **Parallax** to your list of networks.

    Select it from the network dropdown to start using Parallax.
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Tip>
  Prefer to add the network by hand? Open MetaMask → **Settings** → **Networks** → **Add a network manually** and fill in:

  * **Network Name:** `Parallax`
  * **New RPC URL:** `https://rpc.parallaxprotocol.org`
  * **Chain ID:** `2110`
  * **Currency Symbol:** `LAX`
  * **Block Explorer URL:** `https://explorer.parallaxprotocol.org`
</Tip>

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## Using MetaMask with Parallax

Once connected, you can:

* **Create new addresses**: MetaMask will generate them automatically.
* **View balances**: See how much laxes each address holds.
* **Send transactions**: Transfer laxes to other addresses on the Parallax network.

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✨ That’s it! You’re now using MetaMask with Parallax to manage addresses and send Laxes.