A Simple Guide to Participating in Governance
What is Governance Voting?
Think of governance voting like being part of a big community club where everyone gets to help make decisions. Instead of just one person making all the choices, everyone who holds tokens can have a say in what happens next.
Getting Started with Voting
Connecting Your Wallet
To participate, you must first connect your wallet.
- Open vGovern and find the "Democracy" tab.
- Look for the QR code scanner in your vApp wallet.
- Scan the code shown on vGovern.
- Click "Connect" to link everything up.
Two Main Ways to Vote
Direct Voting:
- You vote directly on proposals you care about.
- The number of tokens you possess determines your voting power.
- You can vote "Yes" or "No" on each proposal.
Delegated Voting:
- You can let someone else vote for you if you trust their judgment.
- It's okay if you can't consistently keep up with every proposal.
- You can take back this power anytime.
Understanding Proposals
What is a Pre-image?
A pre-image is like a detailed blueprint of what someone wants to change. Before anyone can vote on an idea, they need to share:
- Exactly what they want to change.
- How it will work.
- When it should happen.
- Any other important details.
Making a Proposal
If you have an idea for improving Vitreus, here's how to propose it:
Create the pre-image:
- Think through your idea carefully.
- Write out all the details.
- Use the specific functions (extrinsics) needed to make it work.
Submit Your Proposal:
- Go to the "Pre-Image" tab.
- Fill in the details of what you want to change.
- Make sure you have enough tokens for the deposit.
- Submit it for everyone to see.
Popular Voting Actions
Basic Voting Functions
To vote on a Proposal.
Copy the following:
democracy.vote(referendumIndex, {
Standard: {
vote: "Aye", // or "Nay"
balance: 1000 // how many tokens to vote with
}
})
Standard: {
vote: "Aye", // or "Nay"
balance: 1000 // how many tokens to vote with
}
})
Advanced Actions
Second a Proposal:
- This is like saying, "I also think this is worth voting on."
- Helps proposals get more attention.
- This doesn't imply a yes vote, but rather a need for discussion.
Cancel a Vote:
- You can remove your vote if you change your mind.
- However, you must complete this before the voting period ends.
- Your tokens will be unlocked after.
Important Tips
Before You Vote
Read the Proposal Carefully:
- Check exactly what will change.
- Think about how it affects everyone.
- Look at discussions in the community.
Check Your Token Lock:
- Voting results in a temporary lock on your tokens.
- The longer you lock them, the stronger your vote.
- Make sure you won't need those tokens during the lock period.
After You Vote
- Keep an eye on the results.
- Your tokens will unlock after the voting period.
- Watch for the changes if the proposal passes.
Need Help?
- Ask questions in the community channels.
- Look for guides and discussions about proposals.
- Don't be afraid to ask for explanations if something isn't clear.
Remember
- Your vote matters for the future of Vitreus.
- Take time to understand what you're voting on.
- You can always ask for help from the community.
- It's okay to start small and learn as you go.
Common Questions
"How can I verify the count of my vote?"
Your voting history and Democracy section will show your vote.
"What if I make a mistake?"
You can correct most actions before the voting period ends. Just make sure to double-check everything before confirming.
"How many tokens should I vote with?"
Start with what you're comfortable with. Keep in mind, you cannot use locked tokens for any other purpose until the vote concludes.
Remember: Good governance comes from everyone participating thoughtfully. Take your time to learn and don't be afraid to start small!
