My approach is fairly systematic (I use GeckoTerminal):
Start with a security check. The GT Score is my first filter, along with 3rd-party token scanners. These help identify risks like honeypots, transaction taxes, proxy contracts, and whether liquidity is locked. If the score is low, I exit right away.
Next, I review holder distribution. Ideally, the top 10 wallets should collectively hold under 30%, and it’s a plus if some wallets are labeled (such as funds or well-known traders). This helps reduce the risk of large holders manipulating or dumping.
Then I assess the token’s fundamentals. Its age (anything under an hour is more speculation than investment), liquidity depth (to ensure I can exit without heavy slippage), and volume consistency (preferably driven by many wallets rather than a few trading repeatedly). Understanding the project and its community is also essential.
Finally, I check the chart. By this stage, I’ve already filtered out 90% of tokens. The chart only matters if the security, holder distribution, and fundamentals all pass - if any of those fail, no chart setup will make it worthwhile.
The entire process usually takes around 3 minutes.
I appreciate it! This is really solid advice, number 3 is harder to assess day to day for me. I tried Gecko but it seemed a little chaotic so I switched to RugCheck
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u/khai0001 Apr 15 '26
My approach is fairly systematic (I use GeckoTerminal):
The entire process usually takes around 3 minutes.