Using Rootstock with a Browser Extension
As Rootstock is a blockchain with smart contract capabilities, it is possible to build decentralised applications (dApps) with it. Most dApps are web applications that you access with a regular Internet browser, such as Chrome. However, the blockchain interactions require some additional software, which comes in the form of browser extensions. These browser extensions insert a web3 provider object, with the Javascript parts of the web application used to interact with the blockchain, forming an integral part of dApp architecture.
Note that these browser extensions store your private keys, and use them to sign transactions. So keep them secure.
Since this is a quick start, we will not go through all of them - just MetaMask.
There are some hidden complexity that we've glossed over in the content above so you can set up and get running as quickly as possible. If you would like to delve deeper, here are some resources that we recommend.
Install Metamask
MetaMask is the most popular browser extension with web3 provider capabilities. It enables users to buy, store, send and swap tokens.
Metamask also equips you with a key vault, secure login, token wallet, and token exchange—everything you need to manage your digital assets.
Open up Chrome browser, and install the extension from the Chrome store.
This short video demonstrates how to download and install MetaMask on your browser, and also how to create a wallet to store your crypto assets.