fix: update add a network, join by invitation code docs

docs/using-platform/1_add-a-network-to-an-application.md

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 # Add a network to an application
 
-Before setting up a blockchain network, make sure you have an application in place. You will always need to [create an application](0_create-an-application.md) first, as this is the context in which you organize networks, nodes, smart contract sets, etc.
+Before setting up a blockchain network, ensure you have an application in place. You must always [create an application](0_create-an-application.md) first, as this provides the context for organizing networks, nodes, smart contract sets, etc.
 
 ## Permissioned and public blockchain networks
 
 ![Add A Blockchain Network](../../static/img/about-settlemint/add-network.png)
 
-You can choose to set up a **permissioned blockchain network** or to **join a public blockchain network**.
+You can choose to **create a permissioned blockchain network**, **join a public blockchain network**, **join a permissioned blockchain network**, or join an existing network in SettleMint **with an invitation code**.
 
-In a public blockchain network, anyone is free to join and participate in the activities of the network. In a permissioned blockchain network (often called a consortium network), participants need to obtain permission to become part of the network. The owner of the network dictates who can or cannot join, and allocates a set of permissions to participants.
+In a public blockchain network, anyone can freely join and participate in the network's activities. In a permissioned blockchain network (often called a consortium network), participants need permission to join. The network owner dictates who can join and allocates a set of permissions to participants.
 
 SettleMint supports **multiple protocols** for both types of networks. You can learn more about these protocols in the blockchain guides included in this documentation.
 
+Permissioned networks:
+
+- [Hyperledger Besu](../blockchain-guides/1_Hyperledger-Besu/1_enterprise-ethereum-the-basics.md)
+- [Hyperledger Fabric](../blockchain-guides/5_Hyperledger-Fabric/1_hyperledger-fabric-the-basics.md)
+- [Polygon Edge](../blockchain-guides/6_Polygon-Edge/1_polygon-edge-the-basics.md)
+
 Public networks (Mainnets & Testnets):
 
 - [Ethereum](../blockchain-guides/0_Ethereum/1_ethereum-the-basics.md)
 - [Avalanche](../blockchain-guides/2_Avalanche/1_avalanche-the-basics.md)
 - [Binance Smart Chain](../blockchain-guides/3_Binance-Smart-Chain/1_binance-smart-chain-the-basics.md)
 - [Polygon](../blockchain-guides/4_Polygon/1_polygon-the-basics.md)
 
-Permissioned networks:
+Joining a permissioned network:
 
-- [Hyperledger Besu](../blockchain-guides/1_Hyperledger-Besu/1_enterprise-ethereum-the-basics.md)
-- [Hyperledger Fabric](../blockchain-guides/5_Hyperledger-Fabric/1_hyperledger-fabric-the-basics.md)
-- [Polygon Edge](../blockchain-guides/6_Polygon-Edge/1_polygon-edge-the-basics.md)
+- [How to join an external permissioned network](../blockchain-guides/1_Hyperledger-Besu/9_enterprise-ethereum-connect-external-network.md)
+
+Joining a network with an invitation code:
+
+- [How to join an existing network in SettleMint with an invitation code](./4_join-a-network-by-invitation.md). For more information on inviting network participants, see [how to invite network participants](./3_invite-network-participants.md).
 
 ## How to add a blockchain network
 
-This section describes the general flow for setting up a blockchain network. For protocol-specific information, we refer to the relevant sections in the blockchain guides.
+This section describes the general process for setting up a blockchain network. For protocol-specific information, please refer to the relevant sections in the blockchain guides.
 
-Navigate to the **application** in which you will create the network. You can get there by clicking the **grid icon** in the upper right corner, and then clicking the **application name** to go to the application dashboard.
+Navigate to the **application** where you will create the network. Click the **grid icon** in the upper right corner, then click the **application name** to go to the application dashboard.
 
-The application dashboard is still empty. This will change once you added your first blockchain network and node. Click **Start here**, or click **Blockchain networks** in the left navigation.
+The application dashboard is initially empty. This will change once you add your first blockchain network and node. Click **Start here**, or click **Blockchain networks** in the left navigation.
 
-Click **Add blockchain network**. This opens a form.
+Click **Add blockchain network** to open a form.
 
 Follow these steps to set up the blockchain network:
 
-1. First **select the protocol** of your choice and click **Continue**.
-2. Choose a **network name** and a **node name**. Choose names that are easily recognizable in your dashboards. If you are joining a public network, you do not need to provide a network name.
+1. **Select the protocol** of your choice and click **Continue**.
+2. Choose a **network name** and a **node name**. Use names that are easily recognizable in your dashboards. If you are joining a public network, you do not need to provide a network name.
 
-:::info Note
+:::info
 
-Your network needs minimum 1 validating node to be operational. Therefore, we will already deploy 1 validating node to your network. You can [add more nodes](2_add-a-node-to-a-network.md) later.
+Note that your network requires at least 1 validating node to be operational. We will deploy 1 validating node to your network initially. You can [add more nodes](2_add-a-node-to-a-network.md) later.
 
 :::
 
-1. Choose a **deployment plan**. Select the type, cloud provider, region and resource pack. [More about deployment plans](../launch-platform/managed-cloud-deployment/13_deployment-plans.md)
-2. Only for [Hyperledger Besu](../blockchain-guides/1_Hyperledger-Besu/2_enterprise-ethereum-network-settings.md) and [Hyperledger Fabric](../blockchain-guides/5_Hyperledger-Fabric/2_hyperledger-fabric-network-settings.md), and optional: **Configure the network settings.** You can choose to keep the default settings, or configure them according to your own preferences. Be aware that these settings cannot be changed once your network is deployed.
-3. You can see the **resource costs** associated with this network displayed at the bottom of the form. Click **Confirm** to add the network to your application.
-
-The network is now added to the **blockchain network overview** with the status "deploying". When your network is fully deployed, the status will change to "running". This will only take a few minutes. You can click the network in the overview list to see detailed information, e.g. stats, usage metrics, logs, network participants, etc. Depending on the protocol, different network information will be available.
+3. Choose a **deployment plan**. Select the type, cloud provider, region, and resource pack. [Learn more about deployment plans](../launch-platform/managed-cloud-deployment/13_deployment-plans.md)
+4. For [Hyperledger Besu](../blockchain-guides/1_Hyperledger-Besu/2_enterprise-ethereum-network-settings.md) and [Hyperledger Fabric](../blockchain-guides/5_Hyperledger-Fabric/2_hyperledger-fabric-network-settings.md) only (optional): **Configure the network settings**. You can keep the default settings or configure them according to your preferences. Note that these settings cannot be changed once your network is deployed.
+5. Review the **resource costs** associated with this network displayed at the bottom of the form. Click **Confirm** to add the network to your application.
 
-Navigate to the **Blockchain nodes** section of the application to see the **first node** that was deployed together with the network. You can click this node in the overview list to see detailed information, e.g. stats, usage metrics, connection info, logs, etc.
+The network is now added to the **blockchain network overview** with the status "deploying". When your network is fully deployed, the status will change to "running". This typically takes a few minutes. Click the network in the overview list to see detailed information, such as stats, usage metrics, logs, network participants, etc. Available network information varies depending on the protocol.
 
-Depending on the protocol, different node information will be available.
+Navigate to the **Blockchain nodes** section of the application to see the **first node** that was deployed with the network. Click this node in the overview list to see detailed information, such as stats, usage metrics, connection info, logs, etc. Available node information varies depending on the protocol.
 
-Now you can start [adding more nodes](2_add-a-node-to-a-network.md).
+You can now start [adding more nodes](2_add-a-node-to-a-network.md).
 
 ## Manage a network
 
 ![Manage Network](../../static/img/about-settlemint/manage-network.png)
 
-Navigate to the **application** in which the blockchain network is created. Click **Blockchain networks** in the left navigation, and then choose the network from the overview list.
+Navigate to the **application** containing the blockchain network. Click **Blockchain networks** in the left navigation, then choose the network from the overview list.
 
 Click **Manage network** to see the available actions. You can only perform these actions if you have administrator rights.
 
 - **Leave Network** - Removes the network from the application
-- **Pause Network** - Pauses the network from operation.
-- **Upgrade or re-apply config** -Retry deploying the network or adds more resources.
+- **Pause Network** - Pauses the network's operation
+- **Upgrade or re-apply config** - Retries deploying the network or adds more resources
 
 :::warning Warning
 
-You can only delete a blockchain network when it has no more resources (e.g. nodes, smart contract sets, etc.) related to it. Resources first have to be deleted one by one.
+You can only delete a blockchain network when it has no more associated resources (e.g., nodes, smart contract sets, etc.). Resources must be deleted one by one first.
 
 :::

docs/using-platform/4_join-a-network-by-invitation.md

@@ -8,7 +8,7 @@ Follow these steps if you received an invitation to join a blockchain network:
 2. Navigate to an existing blockchain application, or create a new one.
 3. Click **Blockchain network** in the left navigation.
 4. Click **Add a blockchain network**. This will open a form.
-5. In the section "Permissioned network", click **Join by invitation code**, and then click **Continue**.
+5. Choose **Join by invitation code**, and then click **Continue**.
 6. Enter the **invitation code** included in the email you received, and click **Confirm**. The network now appears in the overview. Click to see more details of the network.
 
 You can now start [adding nodes to the network](2_add-a-node-to-a-network.md).