# Deploy with Remix IDE

[Remix IDE](https://remix-project.org/) is a no-setup tool with a GUI for developing smart contracts. Used by experts and beginners alike, Remix will get you going in no time.

Remix is available as web-based environment, a desktop program, a VS Code extension and even a CLI tool. Here, we will use the web-based version

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You can also use the [official Remix IDE documentation for creating and deploying a contract](https://remix-ide.readthedocs.io/en/latest/create_deploy.html).
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### Deploy a smart contract using Remix IDE <a href="#deploy-a-smart-contract-using-remix-ide" id="deploy-a-smart-contract-using-remix-ide"></a>

1. Go to [https://remix.ethereum.org](https://remix.ethereum.org/).

The Remix IDE opens in your browser.

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2. Click **Start Coding**.

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The editor opens with a simple template.

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3. Open the [ERC-20 Smart Contract](https://docs.parex.network/welcome/quick-start/deploy-and-verify-a-contract/deploy-with-remix-ide/erc-20-smart-contract) page and copy the sample contract to your clipboard.
4. Paste the copied smart contract into the Remix editor. You can rename the file from the left sidebar, for instance `token.sol` :

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You can also customise values for `symbol`, `name`, `decimals`, and `_totalSupply`

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5\. Click **Compile**

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6. Open the **Deploy & run transactions** section.

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* Make sure that your contract is selected
* Click **Deploy**.

7. Select "Injected Provider - MetaMask" in the environment in order to link your MetaMask account. Your MetaMask wallet should open automatically. Select the checkbox to connect the deployed contract with MetaMask. Click **Next**.

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8\. Select **Connect** to link your MetaMask Wallet with your smart contract.

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9\. Return to Remix IDE and select **Send Transaction** when the following pop-up window appears.

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10\. On your MetaMask Wallet, under the *DETAILS* tab, you will see Contract Deployment information. Select **Confirm** if you approve the transaction fees.

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Your contract is deployed on the Parex Blockchain.

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Optionally, you can view the deployed contract on the Block Explorer.

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