An Inclusive Edition is a type of NFT drop that allows the minting process to remain open indefinitely rather than being constrained by a set supply or time limit. This means the mint is ongoing until the creator closes it. Inclusive Editions are handy for creators who want to make their work more accessible and prefer a flexible, ongoing approach to NFT releases.
Key Features of an Inclusive Edition:
No Fixed Supply Cap: There’s no maximum number of editions that can be minted. The minting continues as long as the creator keeps the edition open.
No Time Limit: Unlike timed editions, there’s no set duration for how long the mint is available. The creator has full control over when to end the mint.
Flexibility for Creators: Creators can keep their artwork accessible to collectors for as long as they want, making it ideal for projects where continuous engagement is desired.
Accessibility for Collectors: Collectors have more time and opportunities to mint the artwork, which can help build a broader and more engaged community over time.
Here’s a step-by-step guide to help you get started:
Before deploying your contract make sure to bridge some ETH to Shape.
Use an official Shape bridge.
Connect your wallet and ensure you're on the Ethereum network.
Specify the amount of ETH you want to bridge.
Confirm the transaction and wait for it to be processed.
Deploy Your 1155 Contract
You can start by deploying an ERC-1155 contract on Shape. This contract will serve as the foundation for your edition.
Mint Your Token
Mint the token for the pieces you want to create an open edition of. If no editions are reserved, mint a token quantity of 0. If you want to reserve a specific number of editions for yourself, you can do so by specifying the quantity and minting to your wallet address.
Create Your Stack
Go to the contract dashboard and select "Create Stack" to set up your mint page.
Choose the 1155 token that you want to use for your open edition. Currently, you can only create one artwork edition per mint page.
Name Your Stack and Set URL
Name your Stack and customize the URL slug if needed. This is the web address where collectors can find your mint page.
Add Your Payout Address
Enter the wallet address where you’d like the primary sales revenue to be sent. This ensures you receive payment directly from the mint.
Set Your Mint Start Date and Time
Choose the date and time when your mint will go live. If you’re planning a pre-sale, this will be the start time for the pre-sale mint.
Select "Inclusive Edition" for the. mint mechanic
Inclusive Edition: Unlimited Mints, Unlimited Time Frame. The creator can close the mint at any point.
Finalize Your Price & Configure your Stacks Mint Page
Launch Your Open Edition: Once everything is set, you can review your settings and launch your Inclusive Edition on Shape.