A Detailed Explanation of How to Create TRC20 Token

Vanessajane
Security Token Offering
4 min readNov 7, 2020

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How to Create TRC20 Token

TRC20 token is a technical standard based on the implementation of the smart contracts when using the TRON network to issue a token. It is fully compatible with Ethereum’s ERC20. A TRON address with a smart contract will be required for creating a TRC20 token. A TRC20 token can be traded on the leading exchanges in the market, can be offered in a firm’s ICO crowdsale, in DApps as a payment method, and for developing your own projects. TRC20 tokens cannot be accessed via API and have bandwidth costs for API transfers and deposits made by users. TRC20 tokens can be used for facilitating conditional and instant transactions. The bonus distribution system works on a first-come-first-serve basis. It has a higher energy level and bandwidth capacity than the TRC10 token.

The Common Features of TRC20 Tokens Are

  • Payments are processed securely via a peer to peer decentralized network.
  • It also allows for token swaps and using the services of DApps.
  • The holders of the token can make use of data without any limitations.
  • All the transactions executed on the platform can be tracked easily via the public ledger.
  • The TRC20 tokens can be used on TRON wallets on Windows, Android, iOS, and Mac platforms.
  • Higher throughput is achieved through the speedy execution of transactions per second.
  • It is highly scalable and can support a large number of users as the business expands.
  • The reward distribution mechanism is more reasonable due to a high degree of decentralization ensuring a reliable intrinsic value.
  • It has a customizable interface with smart contract accessibility.
  • Investors can easily learn the intricacies of the token structure.
  • However, there is no protection provided in case the investors lose their tokens.
  • It uses popular storage systems like levelD and KhaosDB.
  • The issue of counterfeit chains can be avoided by using TRON’s in-built proof of stake consensus mechanism.

The Steps to Follow for Creating a TRC20 Token

  • Install the TRONLink wallet’s Chrome plugin either on browsers like Google Chrome or Brave by clicking on the Add to Chrome button.
  • Update the environment to the Shasta testnet.
  • Create an account for issuing the tokens.
  • Determine the token name, the symbol, and the total supply.
  • Press the create wallet option.
  • A minimum of 10 TRX needs to be present in your account.
  • Make sure you enter details such as the token name, token symbol, and the total supply in the contract code.
  • Deploy the TRONScan tool for installing the TRC20 contract.
  • Upload the contract code and compile the contract.
  • Click the confirm button to deploy the contract using TRONBox.
  • The TRONLink signature dialog box will appear on the screen and record the contract address as mentioned.
  • Add the tokens to the TRONLink.
  • The homepage of the contract can also be accessed via TRONScan.
  • The contract will be successfully validated after submitting details like the contract address, contract name, compiler version and License.
  • The information you enter must match with that of the TRC20 contract.
  • A popup dialog box will be displayed asking for the confirmation of token issuance.
  • Click the confirm button and enter signature via the TRONLink popup.
  • The token will be successfully recorded.
  • Register the token to TRONScan.
  • Install the TRONWeb tool for integrating the token contract and for initiating the transfer of tokens.

The Process to Implement for Transferring Your TRC20 Token

  • Utilize TrustNote which is a popular distributed ledger in the market.
  • Once it has been installed, change the address of the genesis unit from mainnet to testnet.
  • Find constant.js from the TrustNote token directory.
  • Wait for data synchronization to begin.
  • It will take 15 minutes depending on the speed of your network.
  • A matching wallet will be generated and saved in a file called address.json in your TrustNote token directory.
  • Copy the address.
  • Paste it in the Send to address input form.
  • You can check your account balance by opening the testnet explorer.
  • Create _asset.js from the TrustNote token directory.
  • Press the enter button when you are prompted for input.
  • Open the testnet explorer and press the search button for entering your Token ID.
  • Enter the number of units to be transferred to the destination address.
  • You can check the results of the token transfer by opening the testnet explorer and entering the destination address by pressing the search button.
  • The tokens will be transferred soon from your wallet.

Choose Blockchain App Factory for TRC20 token development services. This will ensure advanced functionalities in the smart contract and provide high-level security and reliability for suiting your business requirements. Different tools like TRONStudio, TRONStation, TRONGrid, and TRONWeb for TRC20 token development.

TRC20 tokens are used in different industries like supply chain management, financial services, retail, gaming, real estate, education, healthcare, and insurance. Hire an astute developer team for getting in-depth domain knowledge, on-time delivery, uninterrupted 24x7 technical support, and complete transparency.

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Vanessajane
Security Token Offering

VanessaJane is a Blockchain Consultant, been in the Software Development Industry for the last 4+ years.