A token swap exchanges one asset for another through an on-chain trading route. In Nova, choose the wallet and tokens, enter an amount, review the quote, and approve only when the transaction details match your intent.

What should you check in a swap quote?

Verify the token addresses, not only their names and icons: unrelated tokens can share a ticker. Check the amount you will spend, estimated output, minimum received where shown, and any service or network fees. A quote is an estimate for current market conditions; the final result depends on execution.

Slippage is the difference between an expected price and the execution price. A slippage limit can constrain how far execution may move. Raising it is not a fix for every failure and can expose you to a worse result. Price impact is different: your own trade can move the price, particularly in a pool with limited liquidity.

Why might a swap need SOL?

Solana transactions have network fees paid in SOL, including a base fee and sometimes a priority fee. App or protocol charges may be separate. Check the final confirmation rather than assuming a token-to-token swap has no cost. Where sponsored fees are available, eligibility and limits still apply.

What if a swap looks stuck?

First determine whether a transaction was submitted and whether it has a signature. An expired quote, failed simulation, submitted transaction, and finalized swap are different stages. Check the signature and your wallet activity before retrying so you do not unintentionally submit another trade.

Never sign a request you do not understand just to unlock a reward. Token prices can fall, and reward value does not remove swap costs or market risk.

Next: fund your Solana wallet or learn how Nova Rewards work.

Technical references: Solana fees and Solana transactions.

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