# What are Nodes?

The fund flow in MetaSleuth consists of nodes and edges, where the "nodes" represent addresses on the blockchain, also referred to as wallets or accounts.

There are two types of nodes on the MetaSleuth canvas:

1. **Standard Address Nodes:** These are displayed as rounded rectangles.
2. **Resolvable Bridge Nodes:** These are represented as octagons.

## Address Nodes

Address nodes on the canvas typically have two states.

* **Reading State:** The default state of the node, shown on the left, which provides only readable information.
* **Analyzing State:** The state that appears on the right when you hover your mouse over the node, offering various analysis functions.

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In addition to the two basic states mentioned above, you may also see various useful icons on the nodes (as shown in the image below). We will introduce these icons one by one.

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<table data-full-width="true"><thead><tr><th>Icons and Labels</th><th>Meaning</th><th>Actionable</th></tr></thead><tbody><tr><td><img src="/files/QrnVBEDTsbXx7mHaoVIc" alt="" data-size="original"></td><td>Blockchain</td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td><img src="/files/HRCaLLc5nUL5DrNZ8zCU" alt="" data-size="original"></td><td><p>Entity logo</p><p>When an address is associated with an entity that has a logo, the entity's logo will be displayed on the node. This helps to visually identify the organization or project linked to that address.</p></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td><img src="/files/0x1wmCdX1x7HPGGOiv1r" alt="" data-size="original"></td><td>Address Info</td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td><img src="/files/HPJsoq3SQTNMji3cX3uP" alt="" data-size="original"></td><td><p>Address label</p><p>Address labels are displayed in the following order: user private labels > BlockSec labels. If neither is available, no label will be shown.</p></td><td>No but user can use <img src="/files/wFMPpW9xwA770dFHtuLe" alt=""> to edit</td></tr><tr><td><img src="/files/2cNwTlcoYnlHER4zoQ0D" alt="" data-size="original"></td><td><p>Common tool links</p><p>These links allow you to quickly jump to the details page for the current address on the respective platform. Clicking on them will provide you with more information about the address's activities and status.</p></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td><img src="/files/ox3s8yHUnWjHAXSHhNdZ" alt="" data-size="original"></td><td><p>Incomplete Data Indicator</p><p>This indicates that the data for the current address is incomplete. Analysts requiring full data integrity should take note and may need to use additional methods to obtain complete information.</p></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td><img src="/files/x69TXWVp6rDaUmt19fGb" alt="" data-size="original"></td><td><p>Risk Indicator</p><p>This indicates that the address is associated with risky behavior, and users should be cautious when interacting with it. Specific risk details can be found in the address panel.</p></td><td>No</td></tr><tr><td><img src="/files/EJX0sduEqEdbD0nnjxXT" alt="" data-size="original"></td><td>Analyze Button</td><td>Yes. Clicking the Analyze button initiates a detailed analysis of the current address.</td></tr><tr><td><img src="/files/4koJpipFfeRuKjY0NwAq" alt="" data-size="original"></td><td>Analysis Completed</td><td>No. Completion of the analysis indicates that the basic analysis is finished. Users can still perform additional analyses, such as Advanced Analyze or Load More to access further data.</td></tr><tr><td><img src="/files/fu1nMV3MCrwTL38OPtdx" alt="" data-size="original"></td><td>Advanced Analyze Button</td><td>Yes. Clicking the Advanced Analyze button enables you to perform a detailed analysis of the current address, allowing you to specify parameters such as token type, time frame, and amount.</td></tr><tr><td><img src="/files/wFMPpW9xwA770dFHtuLe" alt="" data-size="original"></td><td>Private Label (Edit Address Label)</td><td>Yes. Users can add or modify a label for an address, which will be stored as a private label in their user data.</td></tr><tr><td><img src="/files/DC6bdXlAM5VQsdncDCxs" alt="" data-size="original"></td><td>Delete Address Node</td><td>Yes</td></tr><tr><td><img src="/files/kd0qciJjufPdgMvkAjes" alt="" data-size="original"></td><td>Unidirectional Analysis</td><td>Yes. Click the button on the left side of the node to analyze the source of funds, and click the button on the right side to analyze the destination of funds.</td></tr></tbody></table>

## Bridge Node

When MetaSleuth identifies that an asset transfer likely involves cross-chain activity, it links that transfer to a bridge node. The specifics of the interaction address, including the chain, address, and label, are omitted, and instead, a bridge logo and name are used to represent it.

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Clicking on a bridge node allows you to view the specific interactions, including detailed asset transfers, transactions, and the bridge address involved. You'll also see a **Track** button; clicking this will enable MetaSleuth to automatically analyze the cross-chain destination of the funds.

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