🎯 Course Objectives

By the end of this module, learners will:

• Connect their Xverse wallet to Magic Eden

• Browse and search for Bitcoin Ordinals NFTs

• Understand the unique aspects of trading NFTs on Bitcoin

• Purchase an Ordinal inscription

• List an Ordinal inscription for sale
  
  Primary Blockchain: Bitcoin (Ordinal inscriptions)
  Tools/Platforms: Magic Eden (Ordinals marketplace), Xverse Wallet

🧰 Step-by-Step Guide

1. Connect Xverse Wallet to Magic Eden

• Navigate to Magic Eden's Ordinals Marketplace.

• Click the "Log In" button in the top-right corner.
  
  

  

• Select "Xverse" from the list of wallet options.
  
  

  

• Authorize the connection by approving the prompt in your Xverse wallet.
  
  

  

Note: Ensure your Xverse wallet is funded with BTC to cover transaction fees.

2. Browse and Search for Ordinals

• Use the search bar or explore featured collections on the homepage.
  
  

  

• Filter results by categories, price, and other attributes to narrow down your options.

3. Understand Bitcoin Ordinals Trading

• Bitcoin Ordinals are unique in that they are inscribed directly onto individual satoshis, the smallest unit of Bitcoin.

• Unlike Ethereum-based NFTs, Bitcoin Ordinals do not rely on smart contracts.

• Transactions are conducted using Partially Signed Bitcoin Transactions (PSBTs), enhancing security and decentralization.

4. Purchase an Ordinal Inscription

• Click on the Ordinal you wish to purchase to view its details.

• Click the "Buy Now" button.
  
  

  

• If prompted, click "Prepare your wallet" and confirm the transaction in your Xverse wallet.

• Wait for the Bitcoin network to confirm the transaction. This may take several minutes.

• Once confirmed, the Ordinal will appear in the "Collectibles" section of your Xverse wallet.

5. List an Ordinal Inscription for Sale

• Navigate to your profile by clicking on your wallet address in the top-right corner and selecting "My Items."

• Click on the Ordinal you wish to list.

• Click the "List for Sale" button.
  
  

  

• Enter your desired sale price in BTC.

• Review the listing details and confirm the transaction in your Xverse wallet.
  
  

  

• Your Ordinal will now be listed for sale on Magic Eden.