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How do I use the Account long/short ratio indicator?
What's the Account long/short ratio indicator? The Account long/short ratio indicator visualises the ratio of accounts with net long positions to those with net short positions. This is a sentiment analysis indicator. An indicator featuring a high long-short ratio signifies positive expectations among investors. The display of Account long/short ratio indicatorHow do I turn on the Account long/short ratio indicator?Published on May 16, 2024Updated on May 29, 202620How do I use the Top position long/short ratio indicator?
Conversely, a dominance of short positions reflects a bearish sentiment, with traders expecting market declines due to concerns about economic or market stability. The display of Top position long/short ratio indicatorHow do I turn on the Top position long/short ratio indicator?Published on May 16, 2024Updated on May 29, 202616How do I use the Top account long/short ratio indicator?
Long/short ratio (Accounts) ratio is calculated as accounts with net long positions/ accounts with net short positions. The display of Top account long/short ratio indicatorHow do I turn on the Top account long/short ratio indicator?Published on May 16, 2024Updated on May 29, 202621Address type upgrade FAQ
If you have saved the same address under different address types (Standard/Universal/EVM): All records will be merged into one entry. Example 1: Entry 1: (Standard) Address A Entry 2: (Universal) Address A These addresses will be merged to Entry 2, which allows withdrawals of any crypto selected for a specific network, based on compatibility.Published on Aug 26, 2025Updated on Jun 5, 2026859How can I do derivatives trading with the Jupyter Notebook?
In long/short mode, Long and short positions of a certain contract will be independent from each other and need to be closed separately. When you place orders via Place order, the request parameter posSide is mandatory. Valid values are long or short.Published on Sep 28, 2023Updated on May 29, 2026203How do I automate grid trading strategies on futures grid trading bot?
The futures grid trading bot has three modes: long, short and neutral. With long selected, the bot will only open and close long positions. With short selected, it only opens and closes short positions. With neutral selected, the bot will open or close shorts above the market price and open or close longs below the market price. A critical difference between the spot grid automated strategy and the futures trading bot is the ability to trade with leverage.Published on Jun 13, 2024Updated on May 29, 202637What's funding rate and how do I use it?
It is a periodic payment mechanism between long and short position holders. Depending on the funding rate and your position: when the funding rate is positive, long positions typically pay short positions when the funding rate is negative, short positions typically pay long positions This mechanism helps keep the X-Perps price anchored to the underlying spot market over time.When will the funding be paid on OKX, and how do I view it? On our platform, X-Perps funding is settled every 8 hours.Published on Apr 15, 2026Updated on Jun 2, 2026What should I do if I mistakenly withdraw crypto via the wrong network?
OKX Web3 wallet supports EVM and follows the same generation rules of public key and private key, so the address, private key, and seed phrase are universal in OKX Web3 wallet and ETH wallet. After you complete the above steps, you can continue withdrawing assets via the correct network on our platform. If you've selected the wrong network during the withdrawal process, your assets may not be visible. To avoid this, we suggest double-checking the crypto network before taking any action.Published on Jan 21, 2025Updated on May 29, 20262How do I enable allowlist? (app)
You can either enable the Allowlist only or enable the New address withdrawal lock at the same time Note: when adding address, you can save the network selected as a universal address to withdraw other crypto from this network. 4. You can either enter the address or select the address in your address book. If there's no address available, you can select Add recipient on the Address book page. 5. Tap Add recipient > Select the recipient type > Choose the network > Paste the address > Next 6.Published on Aug 14, 2023Updated on May 29, 20261,944How do I start trading X-Perps on OKX?
Choose your direction: Long or Short If you expect the price to rise, choose Buy (Long) If you expect the price to fall, choose Sell (Short)Set TP/SL before placing the order You can set TP/SL directly in the order flow using percentage-based inputs.Example: Take-profit: 10% Stop-loss: 5% Setting TP/SL before entry helps you structure risk upfront, reduce emotional decision-making during volatility, and avoid having to react manually to every price move.Review liquidation price before submittingPublished on Apr 9, 2026Updated on May 29, 2026What's a futures trading bot and how do you automate trades with it?
The futures grid trading bot has three modes: long, short and neutral. With long direction, the bot will only open and close long positions. With short being selected, it only opens and closes short positions. With neutral selection, the bot will open or close shorts above the market price and open or close longs below the market price. A critical difference between the spot grid automated strategy and the futures trading bot is the ability to trade with leverage.Published on Dec 26, 2023Updated on May 29, 202636How do I manually set up futures grid trading bot?
To enter your own futures grid parameters, simply select Long, Short or Neutral. The description of the parameters are as below: Long: this strategy involves buying futures contracts with the expectation that the price of the underlying asset will increase. Traders using a long grid strategy profit from rising prices. Short: this strategy involves selling futures contracts with the expectation that the price of the underlying asset will decrease.Published on Jun 6, 2024Updated on Jun 2, 2026103A beginner's guide to identity verification
the address is visible and matches the address provided) Government-issued IDs with your current address Utility bills (water, electricity, and gas), bank statements, and property management invoices that were issued within the last 3 months and clearly show your current address and legal name Documentation or voter identification listing your full address and legal name issued within the last 3 months by your state or local government, your employer's Human Resources or finance department, and universityPublished on Sep 25, 2023Updated on May 29, 20266,481X-Perps fees overview: trading fees, funding, and other costs
Funding is a periodic payment mechanism between long and short position holders — it is not the same as a trading fee.Published on Apr 9, 2026Updated on May 29, 20261What are X-Perps (Expiry Perps)?
With X-Perps, you trade a contract linked to the asset's price.X-Perps are commonly used for: directional exposure (long or short). increased exposure with up to 10x leverage. hedging an existing position. short-term trading strategies.What are the key things to understand before trading X-Perps? X-Perps are complex products and involve additional mechanics, including: margin requirements. funding rates. liquidation risk. mark price and risk controls. contract settlement at 60-month expiry.Published on Apr 15, 2026Updated on May 29, 20262