How to set the default display currency of the wallet in imToken?

imToken lets you independently set display currencies for your portfolio overview and individual tokens, affecting only how balances are shown, not your actual crypto holdings. Changes are easily made within the app's settings.

Mar 16, 2025 at 07:56 am

Key Points:

• imToken doesn't offer a single, global "default" currency setting that affects all aspects of the wallet. Instead, it allows you to set the display currency for different sections independently.
• The display currency impacts how balances are shown, not the underlying assets themselves. Your holdings remain in their native cryptocurrencies.
• You can change your display currency settings for your portfolio overview and for individual token details.
• The process is straightforward and can be completed within the app's settings.

How to Set the Display Currency of Your Wallet in imToken

imToken's flexibility allows you to view your cryptocurrency portfolio in various fiat currencies. This setting impacts how your balances are presented, not the underlying cryptocurrencies themselves. Your assets remain unchanged. The process varies slightly depending on whether you're adjusting the overall portfolio view or the display currency for individual tokens.

Changing the Portfolio Overview Display Currency:

To change the currency in which your overall portfolio value is displayed:

• Open the imToken App: Launch the imToken application on your mobile device.
• Navigate to Settings: Locate and tap the "Settings" icon, usually represented by a gear or cogwheel.
• Find Currency Settings: Within the settings menu, look for an option related to "Currency," "Fiat Currency," or similar terminology. The exact wording might vary slightly depending on your app version.
• Select Your Preferred Currency: A list of supported fiat currencies will appear. Choose the currency you wish to use for displaying your portfolio total (e.g., USD, EUR, GBP, CNY).
• Save Changes: Confirm your selection. The change will be reflected immediately in your portfolio overview.

Changing the Display Currency for Individual Tokens:

While the above steps change the display currency for your entire portfolio summary, you can also adjust how individual tokens' values are displayed.

• Open the Token Details: Navigate to the specific token you wish to view in a different fiat currency.
• Access Token Information: Tap on the token to access its detailed information page. This usually shows the token balance, price, and other relevant data.
• Locate the Display Currency Option: Look for a setting or option related to the displayed currency. It might be a small icon or text label near the token's price.
• Select Alternative Currency: Choose your preferred fiat currency from the available options.
• Confirmation: The token's value should update to reflect your chosen currency.

Understanding the Implications:

It's crucial to understand that changing the display currency only alters the visual representation of your portfolio value. The actual amount of cryptocurrency you hold remains unchanged. The displayed value fluctuates based on the current exchange rate between your chosen fiat currency and the respective cryptocurrency. For example, if you switch from USD to EUR, the numerical value of your holdings will change to reflect the current USD/EUR exchange rate. This does not affect the amount of cryptocurrency you possess.

Common Questions:

Q: Can I set different display currencies for different tokens within my portfolio?

A: No, imToken doesn't currently support setting different display currencies for individual tokens. The setting for individual tokens, as described above, only affects the display on that token's details page, not the portfolio overview. The portfolio overview uses a single, globally applied fiat currency.

Q: What happens if my chosen display currency is not supported by imToken?

A: imToken supports a wide range of fiat currencies. If your preferred currency isn't listed, it's likely not currently supported. You'll need to select from the available options. The supported currencies are usually displayed within the currency settings menu.

Q: Will changing the display currency affect any transactions I make?

A: No, changing the display currency only impacts how your portfolio value is presented visually. It doesn't affect the actual cryptocurrency transactions you make. The transactions will always be processed using the native cryptocurrency amounts.

Q: Does the display currency affect the security of my wallet?

A: Absolutely not. The display currency setting is purely for visual preference and has no impact whatsoever on the security of your wallet or your cryptocurrency holdings. Your private keys and security features remain unaffected.

Q: What if I change my display currency and then later want to revert to the original one?

A: Simply repeat the steps outlined above, selecting your desired currency from the list of available options. You can change your display currency as often as you need to.

Q: Are the exchange rates used for display purposes real-time?

A: imToken generally uses real-time or near real-time exchange rates provided by reputable sources to calculate the fiat value of your cryptocurrencies. However, there might be a slight delay depending on the data source and network conditions.