In the fast-paced world of meme tokens on Solana, sometimes the best opportunities hide in plain sight—or rather, just out of search results. If you've ever tried to find a liquidity pool for a hot meme like $MDUDAS on HawkFi and come up empty, you're not alone. But as shared in a recent thread by crypto degen @Player1Taco, there's a clever workaround using MeteoraAG to uncover these "secret" pools. Let's break it down simply, so you can get back to trading without the frustration.
HawkFi is a user-friendly DeFi platform on Solana that lets you manage liquidity positions, while MeteoraAG specializes in Dynamic Liquidity Market Makers (DLMM), which are advanced pools that adjust dynamically for better efficiency. Meme tokens, those viral, community-driven cryptos often inspired by internet culture, thrive in these environments but can sometimes slip through search cracks.
The Problem: Missing Pools on HawkFi
Imagine this: You've got the token contract address for $MDUDAS (or any meme token you're eyeing), you punch it into HawkFi's search, and... nothing. No pools found. But you know there's liquidity out there because you just interacted with it elsewhere. Sound familiar?
Step 1: Head to MeteoraAG
The trick starts on the MeteoraAG homepage. Paste that same token contract into their search bar. MeteoraAG is great at surfacing DLMM pools that might not appear elsewhere.
Step 2: Evaluate and Select the Pool
Once the results pop up, scan the available pools. Key things to check:
- TVL (Total Value Locked): Higher TVL means more liquidity and stability.
- Volume: Indicates activity—busier pools often mean better trading opportunities.
- Price Range: Ensure it fits your strategy, especially for volatile memes.
Click on the pool that looks promising for your $MDUDAS trade.
Step 3: Grab the Pool Address
This will land you on the pool's detail page on Meteora. Copy the pool address from the URL—it's the unique identifier you'll need next.
Step 4: Manually Add to HawkFi
Back on HawkFi, navigate to any Meteora position option (under pools). In the URL bar, replace the existing pool address with the one you just copied from Meteora, then hit enter.
Voila! Your secret pool loads up, ready for action. No more missing out on that meme token liquidity.
This hack from @Player1Taco is a game-changer for Solana degens chasing meme token plays. It highlights how interconnected DeFi tools like HawkFi and MeteoraAG can be, making your workflow smoother. Next time a pool plays hide-and-seek, you'll know exactly where to look. Stay ahead in the meme game—happy trading!