Small file storage has always been a pain point in blockchain applications. Previously, developers had to manually package scattered files, which was time-consuming and costly, directly increasing Gas fees. The emergence of Quilt changes this situation—it can use native APIs to bundle up to 660 small files into a single storage unit. How significant is this optimization? The storage cost for a 10KB file is cut by 420 times, a 100KB file’s cost drops by 106 times, and Gas fees on the SUI chain can also be significantly reduced.

Even better, this solution does not sacrifice flexibility. Individual files still maintain independent access permissions, allowing quick queries without unpacking. Coupled with the built-in metadata tagging system, developers can precisely locate target files, greatly improving data management efficiency.

WAL, as the core token of the ecosystem, must be paid when using Quilt’s features. As the demand for small file storage explodes, WAL’s application scenarios continue to expand. Projects like Tusky decentralized storage platform and Gata AI infrastructure have already started to benefit, achieving a win-win situation of performance boosts and cost savings through Quilt. From AI training data to NFT metadata, this solution covers all scenarios, essentially providing a comprehensive small and large file storage solution on the Sui network. For developers looking to optimize costs and investors optimistic about this track, this technological advancement is definitely worth paying attention to.