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Did you know that you can create solana address with custom prefix

For example: MUNAZsDSWc15SSkfA8ZvizUZxhJfyf4CUDmjPg7Yf7B

This address uses the prefix MUNA

Let's break it down 

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Ok get on with it 
I suggest you use Linux for example I use Ubuntu Linux for work. 

First install solana on your machine with the command 
sh -c "$(curl -sSfL https://release.solana.com/stable/install)"

Then type the command "solana --version"
If you get sample output 
solana-cli 1.17.21 (src:5bf32b4d; feat:3580551090, client:SolanaLabs)

This means you have successfully installed solana-cli on your machine.

Next there is a typed command 

"solana-keygen grind --num-threads 8 --starts-with pow:100"

Explanation
Solana-keygen: cli command
grind : perform a search 
--num-threads : number of threads (default 8) 
--starts-with: pow:100 (prefix: search total)

Now run the command and if you get the output 
Worth of keypair and save to xxx.json means you have got the solana address with the prefix you entered earlier

Creating a Solana address with a custom prefix (for example, adding a word or special character to the front of the address) may provide some advantages depending on specific needs and use cases.

1. Branding and Identification:

Unique Branding: Adding a custom prefix can help in creating a unique identity or branding for your Solana address. This can be useful in the context of a specific business or project.

2. Differentiation in a Business Environment:

Eases Business Identification: If a Solana address is used for a specific business or project purpose, a custom prefix can help distinguish it more easily in a blockchain environment.
Asset or Project Management:

Asset Organization: Using custom prefixes can help with asset organization and management if you have multiple Solana addresses for different purposes or projects.

4. Transaction Acceleration:
 Fast Identification: In certain contexts, users can more quickly identify the destination or source of a transaction by looking at the custom prefix on the address.

Keep in mind that searching for the prefix you want can sometimes take a lot of resources for example with a 3-digit prefix it may take 5-20 minutes depending on your resources and if it is more 4-6 digits it may take a few hours or a few days or even a few weeks.

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