How to plan a syncswap trade or pool deposit

A syncswap trade or pool deposit is easier to assess when you choose the action, token amounts and acceptable price movement before sending funds. For that step, use syncswap, a decentralized exchange native to zkSync Era and other Ethereum layer 2 networks where users can swap tokens or provide liquidity in classic and stable pools.

• Action: swap tokens or add liquidity.
• Pool: classic or stable, depending on the assets.
• Amounts: decide what you intend to exchange or deposit.
• Price exposure: consider how the assets may move relative to each other.

How do you plan a syncswap trade?

Start with the token you want to receive and the amount you are willing to spend. An automated market maker uses a pool of tokens to set the exchange rate, so a trade changes the pool’s balance and can move the price.

Compare the expected output with the amount you would accept if the price shifts before execution. A larger trade relative to the pool can have more price impact. The exact quote and transaction details remain specific to the pool and the moment you trade, so review them before confirming.

How do classic and stable pools differ?

A classic pool suits assets whose prices can move independently; a stable pool is designed for assets expected to stay near the same value. The choice affects the kind of liquidity exposure you take on.

When adding liquidity, decide how much of each asset you are prepared to commit and consider what happens if their relative prices change. Pool liquidity can earn a share of trading activity, but returns are not guaranteed, and price divergence can leave a provider with a different asset mix than if they had simply held the tokens.

What should you confirm before depositing?

The confirmed service description is that syncswap supports token swaps and liquidity provision in classic and stable pools. It does not establish the terms of a particular transaction; those depend on the selected pool and the transaction details shown at the time.

Check that the pool matches your intended assets, the amounts are correct, and the resulting exposure fits your plan. The open question is whether the trade or deposit still makes sense at execution: token prices and pool balances can change, so reassess the displayed details before you approve it.