# Runes Bridge (Testnet)

Prerequisites

Before starting the bridging process between Bitcoin and SatoshiVM, ensure the following:

1. [**MetaMask Wallet**](https://docs.satoshivm.io/user-guide/testnet/wallet-setup)**:** Have MetaMask installed and configured to interact with the SatoshiVM Testnet.
2. [**UniSat Wallet**](https://docs.satoshivm.io/user-guide/faucet/bridge-from-bitcoin#wallet-setup-via-unisat)**:** Ensure your UniSat wallet is ready for the transaction process.
3. Understand [**Runes protocol**](https://docs.ordinals.com/runes.html).

## Mint SATOSHIVM•RUNES for testing

### 1. Navigate to UniSat Testnet

Access [UniSat Testnet](https://testnet.unisat.io/runes/inscribe) to mint SATOSHIVM•RUNES, a Runes token deployed on Bitcoin Testnet.

### 2. Mint SATOSHIVM•RUNES directly

Connect your Bitcoin wallet and mint SATOSHIVM•RUNES directly:

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#### 2.1 Generate the transaction for minting

Click "Next" and follow the prompt to generate the transaction for minting.

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#### 2.2 Fill in the recipient's address

Fill in your Bitcoin Testnet address to receive SATOSHIVM•RUNES.

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#### 2.3 Submit and pay the minting invoice

Submit and pay the prompted invoice to process the minting transaction.

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### 3. Check your SATOSHIVM•RUNES balance in UniSat

{% hint style="warning" %}
Note that it generally takes a few minutes to get your Runes balances updated in UniSat.
{% endhint %}

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## Deposit: Bridge SATOSHIVM•RUNES to SatoshiVM

### 1. Navigate to the official BTC bridge

Access the official [BTC Bridge page (Testnet)](https://testnet-bridge.satoshivm.io/) and select SATOSHIVM•RUNES for depositing.

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### 2. Deposit RUNES on Bitcoin Testnet

#### 2.1 Choose the amount of SATOSHIVM•RUNES for depositing

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#### 2.2 Confirm the deposit transaction in UniSat

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### 3. Monitor progress on the History page

Once the deposit is initiated, monitor your transaction's progress on the SatoshiVM Bridge History page. This section provides real-time updates on the status of your deposit.

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### 4. Check destination address balance via SatoshiVM Explorer

After completing the deposit, check the destination address balance using the [SatoshiVM Explorer](https://testnet.svmscan.io/). Confirm that the equivalent amount of SATOSHIVM•RUNES has been transferred to your SatoshiVM address.