Documentation & Guides
Getting Started
Welcome to Anchor! This section helps you set up Anchor for the first time, configure your environment, and understand the basic UI elements.
Before you begin, ensure you have a secure backup strategy for your seed phrase. Installation is straightforward, but testing on a testnet first is recommended.
Installation
Download the binary for your OS from the official site.
Verify checksums and signatures to ensure authenticity.
Run `anchor-cli setup` to initialize default configs.
Basic UI Overview
The dashboard displays your portfolio, recent transactions, and staking rewards.
The settings panel allows node configuration, selecting networks, and enabling hardware wallet support.
Key Tips
- Always store seed phrases offline.
- Keep software updated for security patches.
- Use testnets to practice advanced operations.
Initial Steps
- Install and run `anchor-cli info` to check version.
- Connect to a preferred network using `anchor-cli node select`.
- Perform a small test transaction before committing large funds.
# Check installed version anchor-cli version # Set up environment anchor-cli setup --default-config
# Example of viewing balances anchor-cli portfolio --network=cardano
Basic Commands Reference
| Command | Description |
|---|---|
| anchor-cli setup | Initialize default configurations |
| anchor-cli portfolio | View portfolio balances and allocations |
| anchor-cli stake | Manage staking positions and rewards |