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# Specify Minting

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Minting Types are compatible with Placeholder. For instance, you can use Specify Minting along with Placeholder to temporarily hide and reveal the metadata later.
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Using this minting type, NFTs are minted and chosen by the user. If you don't use a placeholder, it is a way to let your users select the NFTs they like.

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Although possible, it is not recommended for extensive collections, as it may make it difficult for the user to choose the desired NFT.
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