Before you begin

Have the intended network, destination or interaction target and any public identifiers ready. Never enter or send a seed phrase, private key, recovery phrase or verification code on a website.

01

Understand the role of network identification

Within imtoken guidance on Network Guides, network identification should not be treated as an isolated term. Its practical meaning depends on the selected network, the account address, the origin of the request and the final on-chain record. Place the concept in a real wallet workflow rather than memorising a definition. Its meaning becomes clearer when you relate it to the network, address, request details and the final on-chain result. For everyday use, the important skill is knowing when the information is complete enough to proceed, when a mismatch should stop the action, and which data can be checked publicly without exposing recovery secrets. Using that framework for network identification helps distinguish a temporary interface status from a confirmed blockchain result and reduces mistakes caused by choosing the wrong network or trusting an unexpected request.

Work backward from the expected result

Network Guides often combines several conditions at once. With network identification, start by confirming the active account and intended network, then review the displayed counterparty, amount, fee, data or permission scope as relevant. If the request differs from what you intended, do not confirm it simply because the site looks familiar. If a transaction has already been broadcast, use its transaction hash and explorer data to understand progress instead of guessing from a loading screen. The same reasoning applies to EVM and Layer 2: every step should be explainable, independently reviewable and free from promises that cannot be verified on-chain.

  • Confirm that network identification matches the intended network context
  • Review the account, contract or state related to EVM
  • Keep public identifiers such as transaction hashes for troubleshooting

02

How EVM affects real actions

Within imtoken guidance on Network Guides, EVM should not be treated as an isolated term. Its practical meaning depends on the selected network, the account address, the origin of the request and the final on-chain record. During an actual action, compare the interface with on-chain context. Pay particular attention to the selected network, address format, transaction state and the contract or account requesting permission. For everyday use, the important skill is knowing when the information is complete enough to proceed, when a mismatch should stop the action, and which data can be checked publicly without exposing recovery secrets. Using that framework for EVM helps distinguish a temporary interface status from a confirmed blockchain result and reduces mistakes caused by choosing the wrong network or trusting an unexpected request.

Work backward from the expected result

Network Guides often combines several conditions at once. With EVM, start by confirming the active account and intended network, then review the displayed counterparty, amount, fee, data or permission scope as relevant. If the request differs from what you intended, do not confirm it simply because the site looks familiar. If a transaction has already been broadcast, use its transaction hash and explorer data to understand progress instead of guessing from a loading screen. The same reasoning applies to Layer 2 and gas: every step should be explainable, independently reviewable and free from promises that cannot be verified on-chain.

  • Confirm that EVM matches the intended network context
  • Review the account, contract or state related to Layer 2
  • Keep public identifiers such as transaction hashes for troubleshooting

03

What to review around Layer 2

Within imtoken guidance on Network Guides, Layer 2 should not be treated as an isolated term. Its practical meaning depends on the selected network, the account address, the origin of the request and the final on-chain record. When a status is unclear, avoid repeatedly submitting the same action. Check the transaction hash, block explorer data and the confirmation state on the intended network before deciding what to do next. For everyday use, the important skill is knowing when the information is complete enough to proceed, when a mismatch should stop the action, and which data can be checked publicly without exposing recovery secrets. Using that framework for Layer 2 helps distinguish a temporary interface status from a confirmed blockchain result and reduces mistakes caused by choosing the wrong network or trusting an unexpected request.

Work backward from the expected result

Network Guides often combines several conditions at once. With Layer 2, start by confirming the active account and intended network, then review the displayed counterparty, amount, fee, data or permission scope as relevant. If the request differs from what you intended, do not confirm it simply because the site looks familiar. If a transaction has already been broadcast, use its transaction hash and explorer data to understand progress instead of guessing from a loading screen. The same reasoning applies to gas and confirmations: every step should be explainable, independently reviewable and free from promises that cannot be verified on-chain.

  • Confirm that Layer 2 matches the intended network context
  • Review the account, contract or state related to gas
  • Keep public identifiers such as transaction hashes for troubleshooting

04

Common mistakes involving gas

Within imtoken guidance on Network Guides, gas should not be treated as an isolated term. Its practical meaning depends on the selected network, the account address, the origin of the request and the final on-chain record. Treat every signature, approval and transfer as a separate decision. A service that was previously connected should not automatically be trusted for a new request with different permissions or transaction data. For everyday use, the important skill is knowing when the information is complete enough to proceed, when a mismatch should stop the action, and which data can be checked publicly without exposing recovery secrets. Using that framework for gas helps distinguish a temporary interface status from a confirmed blockchain result and reduces mistakes caused by choosing the wrong network or trusting an unexpected request.

Work backward from the expected result

Network Guides often combines several conditions at once. With gas, start by confirming the active account and intended network, then review the displayed counterparty, amount, fee, data or permission scope as relevant. If the request differs from what you intended, do not confirm it simply because the site looks familiar. If a transaction has already been broadcast, use its transaction hash and explorer data to understand progress instead of guessing from a loading screen. The same reasoning applies to confirmations and block explorers: every step should be explainable, independently reviewable and free from promises that cannot be verified on-chain.

  • Confirm that gas matches the intended network context
  • Review the account, contract or state related to confirmations
  • Keep public identifiers such as transaction hashes for troubleshooting

05

How to interpret confirmations states

Within imtoken guidance on Network Guides, confirmations should not be treated as an isolated term. Its practical meaning depends on the selected network, the account address, the origin of the request and the final on-chain record. For troubleshooting, retain information that can be shared safely, such as a transaction hash, network name and approximate time. Never provide a seed phrase, private key or verification code as diagnostic information. For everyday use, the important skill is knowing when the information is complete enough to proceed, when a mismatch should stop the action, and which data can be checked publicly without exposing recovery secrets. Using that framework for confirmations helps distinguish a temporary interface status from a confirmed blockchain result and reduces mistakes caused by choosing the wrong network or trusting an unexpected request.

Work backward from the expected result

Network Guides often combines several conditions at once. With confirmations, start by confirming the active account and intended network, then review the displayed counterparty, amount, fee, data or permission scope as relevant. If the request differs from what you intended, do not confirm it simply because the site looks familiar. If a transaction has already been broadcast, use its transaction hash and explorer data to understand progress instead of guessing from a loading screen. The same reasoning applies to block explorers and network identification: every step should be explainable, independently reviewable and free from promises that cannot be verified on-chain.

  • Confirm that confirmations matches the intended network context
  • Review the account, contract or state related to block explorers
  • Keep public identifiers such as transaction hashes for troubleshooting

06

Make block explorers part of a routine

Within imtoken guidance on Network Guides, block explorers should not be treated as an isolated term. Its practical meaning depends on the selected network, the account address, the origin of the request and the final on-chain record. A consistent review order reduces mistakes: identify the counterparty or request first, confirm the network next, check the amount or permission scope, and only then sign or send. For everyday use, the important skill is knowing when the information is complete enough to proceed, when a mismatch should stop the action, and which data can be checked publicly without exposing recovery secrets. Using that framework for block explorers helps distinguish a temporary interface status from a confirmed blockchain result and reduces mistakes caused by choosing the wrong network or trusting an unexpected request.

Work backward from the expected result

Network Guides often combines several conditions at once. With block explorers, start by confirming the active account and intended network, then review the displayed counterparty, amount, fee, data or permission scope as relevant. If the request differs from what you intended, do not confirm it simply because the site looks familiar. If a transaction has already been broadcast, use its transaction hash and explorer data to understand progress instead of guessing from a loading screen. The same reasoning applies to network identification and EVM: every step should be explainable, independently reviewable and free from promises that cannot be verified on-chain.

  • Confirm that block explorers matches the intended network context
  • Review the account, contract or state related to network identification
  • Keep public identifiers such as transaction hashes for troubleshooting

A practical safety reminder

Keep seed phrases and private keys under your own control; legitimate support should not ask for them. Before a transfer, verify the address, network and amount. Before signing or approving, review the origin, contract and permission scope. On-chain transactions usually cannot be reversed by a wallet alone, and third-party DApps and smart contracts can carry risk.