If you’re new to copyright, the sheer number of tokens and technical jargon can be overwhelming. Everyone has an opinion. Influencers, YouTubers, Twitter threads—all shouting different projects you “must buy now.” But how do you actually know what’s worth your time?

The answer is simple: start with data, not hype.

At Token Metrics, two powerful tools—Trader Grade and Investor Grade—help you cut through the chaos and build a smart, focused watchlist. In this blog, we’ll walk new users step-by-step on how to use these grades to pick promising tokens, time entries better, and grow confidence in your copyright journey.

Why You Need a Watchlist

A watchlist is your personal shortlist of tokens you’re considering. It keeps you focused and strategic—not reactive. Instead of chasing random coins, you study and prepare to invest in tokens that actually deserve your attention.

A good watchlist:

• Helps you avoid impulsive buys
   

• Lets you track performance over time
   

• Makes it easier to spot patterns in strong projects
   

Step 1: Use Investor Grade to Filter the Noise

Investor Grade tells you how fundamentally strong a token is. It considers:

• Project team
   

• Utility and real-world use cases
   

• Tokenomics (how supply and demand work)
   

• Partnerships and traction
   

• Development activity
   

As a beginner, start by adding only tokens with an Investor Grade of 75% or higher to your watchlist. This ensures you’re looking at credible, long-term projects, not flash-in-the-pan scams.

Example Tokens with High Investor Grades:

• Ethereum (ETH)
   

• Chainlink (LINK)
   

• Render (RNDR)
   

• Injective (INJ)
   

These tokens have solid foundations and tend to survive downturns better than low-grade tokens.

Step 2: Use Trader Grade to Spot Actionable Setups

Once you’ve got a shortlist of strong tokens, check the Trader Grade to see which ones have momentum right now.

Trader Grade > 80% means the token is likely trending up in the short term.

Use this grade to:

• Time your entry
   

• Prioritize which token to act on today
   

• Know when to wait if momentum hasn’t built yet
   

Example:
You’re watching RNDR and INJ. RNDR has a Trader Grade of 82%, while INJ is at 61%. That means RNDR is heating up—so you may want to act on it first.

Step 3: Organize Your Watchlist Like a Pro

Here’s a simple framework you can use:

Category	Criteria	Action
High-Grade Longs	Investor Grade > 75%	Hold or accumulate
Active Trades	Trader Grade > 80%	Consider buying short-term
Watch-and-Wait	Both grades 60–75%	Monitor for changes
Avoid List	Both grades < 50%	Steer clear

This structure keeps your focus clean and your decision-making efficient.

Step 4: Set Alerts for Grade Changes

Token Metrics allows you to set alerts when grades cross certain thresholds. This way, even if you’re not watching every token every day, you’ll be notified when:

• A strong token starts gaining momentum (Trader Grade spike)
   

• A low-grade token improves its fundamentals (Investor Grade boost)
   

Now you’re investing with discipline—not emotion.

Final Thoughts

Starting out in copyright doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With Trader and Investor Grades, you’re not guessing—you’re guided by clear, structured data.

Build your watchlist. Track the grades. Act when the signals align. That’s how beginners become confident investors.