Deploying Your Own NFT Smart Contract with Manifold

🎯 Course Objectives

By the end of this module, learners will:

• Connect their MetaMask wallet to Manifold Studio

• Create and deploy a custom ERC-721 smart contract

• Understand the importance of owning their smart contract

• Prepare for minting NFTs under their own contract
  
  Primary Blockchain: Ethereum
  Tools/Platforms: Manifold Studio (web app), MetaMask

🧰 Step-by-Step Guide

1. Connect MetaMask to Manifold Studio

• Navigate to studio.manifold.xyz and click "Connect Wallet" in thecenter of the page.
  
  

  

• Select MetaMask and authorize the connection.
  
  

  

• Complete your profile by entering your name or pseudonym. An email is required.
  
  

  

  
  

2. Create Artwork on Manifold

• From the dashboard, click "Create"
  
  

  

• Pick from the following options:
  
  

  

  • Contract Name: A unique name for your contract.

  • Token Symbol: A short identifier (e.g., "ART").

  • Token Type: Choose ERC-721 for unique 1 or 1 NFTs or choose ERC-1155 for multiple editions.

  • ASCII Art (Optional): Add a creative touch to your contract.

3. Deploy to Ethereum Mainnet

• Click "Deploy on Mainnet."

• MetaMask will prompt you to confirm the transaction and pay the gas fee.

• Once confirmed, your contract will be live on the Ethereum blockchain.

Note: Ensure you have sufficient ETH in your wallet to cover gas fees.

4. Verify and Manage Your Contract

• After deployment, Manifold will automatically verify your contract.

• You can view your contract on Etherscan and manage it through the Manifold dashboard.