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How to Use a DEX Aggregator

Get the best prices for token swaps. Compare 1inch, Paraswap, and more.

TradingBeginnerEstimated reading time10 minutes6 stepsPrerequisites: Tokens to swap, ETH for gas
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Quick Overview

1Choose Aggregator
2Connect Wallet
3Select Tokens
4Review Route
5Check Slippage
6Execute Swap

DEX aggregators find the best swap prices across all decentralized exchanges, saving you money on every trade.

Why Use Aggregators?

Benefits:
  • Best prices across DEXs
  • Split routes for large trades
  • Gas optimization
  • MEV protection options

Top Aggregators

AggregatorChainsFeatures
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1inchMostBest coverage
ParaswapEVMGood rates
CoW SwapETHMEV protection

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Step-by-Step Instructions

1

Choose Aggregator

1inch for most cases, CoW Swap for MEV protection.

Tips

  • Compare quotes across aggregators
2

Connect Wallet

Go to app.1inch.io or similar and connect MetaMask.

Warnings

  • Verify URLs carefully
3

Select Tokens

Choose input and output tokens. Enter amount.

Tips

  • Always verify token contracts
4

Review Route

Check the routing path. May split across multiple DEXs.

Tips

  • More splits often means better pricing
5

Check Slippage

Set appropriate slippage tolerance. 0.5-1% usually works.

Tips

  • Increase for volatile tokens
6

Execute Swap

Approve token if needed, then confirm swap.

Tips

  • First trade with a token requires approval

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