How to use the MetaMask Portfolio dApp?

MetaMask Portfolio dApp offers a streamlined interface for managing digital assets directly through your wallet, enabling users to track balances, view transaction history, and interact with decentralized applications seamlessly.

Accessing the MetaMask Portfolio Interface

1. Open your MetaMask browser extension or mobile app and ensure your wallet is unlocked.

2. Navigate to the 'Portfolio' tab located at the bottom of the mobile interface or in the main dashboard on desktop.
3. The Portfolio page loads automatically, displaying all connected networks and associated token balances.
4. Users can switch between Ethereum, Polygon, Arbitrum, Optimism, and other supported chains using the network selector.
5. Each asset’s current value, price change over 24 hours, and allocation within the portfolio are shown in real time.

Tracking Balances and Transaction History

1. The balance section aggregates tokens across all connected accounts and displays total net worth in USD.

2. Clicking on any individual token expands details such as contract address, decimals, and recent movement.
3. Transaction history appears chronologically beneath the balance summary, including sends, receives, swaps, and smart contract interactions.
4. Each transaction entry includes timestamp, status, gas fee, and a link to the block explorer for deeper inspection.
5. Failed transactions are highlighted in red, allowing quick identification of issues during dApp usage or token transfers.

Interacting with Decentralized Applications

1. From the Portfolio view, users can access dApps via the built-in browser or by connecting externally.

2. When visiting a Web3-enabled site, MetaMask prompts for connection approval, preserving control over account exposure.
3. Approving connection allows the dApp to read public address and request signature for transactions.
4. Swaps, NFT mints, and staking actions initiated in dApps appear instantly in the Portfolio activity feed.
5. Permissions granted to specific dApps can be reviewed and revoked under the 'Connected Sites' menu to enhance security.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I add a custom token to my MetaMask Portfolio?Navigate to the 'Assets' tab, select 'Import Tokens,' and enter the token contract address, symbol, and decimals. Once confirmed, it will appear in your Portfolio if a balance exists.

Can I view NFTs in the MetaMask Portfolio?Yes. NFTs held in your wallet are displayed under the 'NFTs' tab within Portfolio. They are grouped by collection and network, with image previews and metadata accessible upon selection.

Is MetaMask Portfolio available on both mobile and desktop?Yes. The Portfolio feature is fully functional on the MetaMask mobile app and integrated into the browser extension interface, syncing data across devices when logged into the same wallet.

Does using MetaMask Portfolio incur any fees?No direct fees are charged by MetaMask for viewing or managing assets. However, blockchain transactions like swaps or contract interactions require gas fees paid to the network, separate from MetaMask services.