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What order types are supported in X-Perps?
Use when: you want automated entries or exits based on specific price levels.What is take-profit / stop-loss (TP/SL) in X-Perps? TP/SL lets you set predefined conditions for closing or reducing a position. Use when: planning exits in advance reducing emotional decision-making during volatility managing risk with tighter exit controlsWhat is a trailing stop in X-Perps? A trailing stop is a dynamic stop mechanism that moves with the market by a defined offset.Published on Apr 9, 2026Updated on Apr 22, 2026How do I use the liquidation price calculator?
Select %Calculator located beneath the Buy (long) [crypto] option Make sure you're in the Exit price section on the pop-up and select Margin Buy or Margin Sell Select the Margin mode Insert your Leverage, Entry Price, and PnL% Fill up the necessary details before proceeding to calculate the exit price Select Calculate for the result Example: Profit and Loss = (face value * number of contracts / open price - face value * number of contracts / close price)How do I calculate the estimated liquidationPublished on Jul 3, 2024Updated on Apr 16, 202639X-Perps fees overview: trading fees, funding, and other costs
Your net PnL is not always equal to the raw market move from entry to exit. In addition to price movement, your net result may be affected by trading fees, funding payments, and execution-related effects.What are the common cost components for X-Perps?Published on Apr 9, 2026Updated on Apr 22, 2026How do I manually set up spot grid trading bots?
Selecting Stop will exit your spot grid positions Check the details of your trade and select Stop to exit itHow many grids are available for me to use? Previously, only up to 300 grids were supported.Published on Jun 6, 2024Updated on Nov 17, 2025207How do I display historic orders on the chart?
This tool is especially helpful for spotting key price levels, refining entry and exit points, and improving decision-making in future trades.Published on Nov 29, 2024Updated on Sep 10, 2025417What's liquidation and how do I reduce the risk?
Common risk-reduction practices include: using smaller position sizes adding margin (where appropriate and supported) using isolated margin for clear position-level risk control setting stop-loss / exit rules in advance avoiding overconcentration in a single trade monitoring funding rate impact on open positions Important reminder: X-Perps can move quickly. A position can become risky faster than expected during high volatility.Published on Apr 15, 2026Updated on Apr 21, 2026How do I use the TWAP trading bot?
A TWAP (short for time-weighted average price) order is similar to an iceberg order in that it attempts to enter or exit a large position without significantly moving the asset’s price. Our TWAP bot is designed to execute a large trade over a specified period. The main difference between the Iceberg bot and the TWAP bot is that the latter will place individual orders periodically over a set period of time, which is intended to minimise the impact on asset prices.Published on Sep 10, 2024Updated on Jan 28, 202614How PnL works in X-Perps?
Your net result can be affected by more than the difference between entry and exit price. It may also include: trading fees funding payments partial closes and execution timingWhat should I check in the app to understand my X-Perps PnL? When reviewing your performance, look at both your position-level PnL and your transaction history and fee details. This helps you understand whether a result came mainly from price movement, fees, or funding effects. To learn more about OKX products, visit here.Published on Apr 9, 2026Updated on Apr 21, 2026How do I manually set up spot grid trading bots?
Selecting Stop in the extended options will stop the bot Select your open positions in the Ongoing tab and select More Once the More menu loads up, select Stop to exit itHow many grids are available for me to use? Previously, only up to 300 grids were supported. Now you can set up to 500 grids.What's the Edit Parameters feature and why should I use it? Edit Parameters feature is designed to give users greater flexibility and control.Published on Sep 4, 2025Updated on Feb 24, 2026How does leverage work in X-Perps trading?
Before using leverage, you should still consider: Position size Margin mode (portfolio margin, selected vs isolated) Stop-loss or exit plan Available margin buffer Volatility conditions Funding rate impacts on the position over time A smaller, more controlled position is often easier to manage than a larger position with aggressive leverage.Practical reminders before using leverage in X-Perps Before placing a leveraged X-Perps order, review the following: Selected leverage level (up to 10x availablePublished on Apr 9, 2026Updated on Apr 22, 2026Trading Signal Bot FAQs
For example, some script providers may have included input functions in their script, allowing you to enter messages based on specific signal categories like Enter Long, Exit Long, Enter Short, or Exit Short. Example of some script providers that include input functions in their script On the other hand, some script providers might automatically generate alert messages for you based on your strategy properties, such as order size.Published on Oct 9, 2023Updated on Apr 18, 2026136How do I place a TP/SL with Limit Order?
Using TP/SL with Limit Orders offers several benefits: Setup your trades for success: you can automate your trading strategy by setting predefined exit points, allowing you to manage trades without constant monitoring. Risk management: TP/SL orders help you manage risk by setting clear profit targets and loss limits. Enhanced Control: setting trigger prices gives you precise control over when your orders are executed, improving your ability to react to market movements.What's a Trigger price?Published on May 31, 2024Updated on Feb 12, 2026281How do I start trading X-Perps on OKX?
Leverage set (up to 10x) Margin mode confirmed (consider portfolio margin) TP/SL set (if using) Liquidation price reviewed Funding rate noted Available margin confirmed You're comfortable with the order sitting unfilled (if using a limit order)Common beginner mistakes for X-Perps Placing a limit order and expecting immediate execution Forgetting to check liquidation price Using leverage without reviewing margin impact Not completing the appropriateness assessment before trying to trade Not setting any exitPublished on Apr 9, 2026Updated on Apr 22, 2026Spot grid bot FAQ
Advanced settings, like Trailing Up/Down or entry/exit conditions, will also be copied over. However, Simple Earn allocation will not be activated on the copied bot, even if it’s enabled on the lead bot. Some core settings might be hidden from view as they were special configurations chosen by the lead trader.Published on Aug 28, 2025Updated on Jan 22, 202619How do I use OKX Wallet Trader Mode for copy trading?
In traditional trading, you must manually monitor the target wallet for opportunities, often missing optimal entry or exit timing due to delays. Copy trading helps you: Automatically replicate the target wallet’s actions Customize token filtering rules Execute trades automatically with fewer manual steps Monitor PnL for copy-traded positions to better evaluate performance2. Who is copy trading suitable for?Published on Dec 10, 2025Updated on Apr 22, 202619