To try and increase the number of /vip/ posters who use tripcodes to post on 4chan, here is the guide straight from 4chan's FAQ.

The FAQ explains everything from tripcodes to sage and even how to hide text as spoiler information and much more. As a /vip/ contributor, it is your duty to familiarise yourself with 4chan's inner workings and make use of all the cool features Moot implemented on the website.

Stop being a confused newbie and use 4chan like a pro.

https://www.4channel.org/faq
https://www.4chan.org/faq