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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?May 16, 2024Published on May 16, 2024Aug 5, 2026Updated on Aug 5, 202622How 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?May 16, 2024Published on May 16, 2024Aug 5, 2026Updated on Aug 5, 202622How 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?May 16, 2024Published on May 16, 2024Aug 5, 2026Updated on Aug 5, 202616Address 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.Aug 26, 2025Published on Aug 26, 2025Aug 5, 2026Updated on Aug 5, 2026870Does OKX Marketplace charge fees?
Join us today and be part of a revolution that values your art, your collections, and your journey in the NFT universe. Your digital treasures deserve a home at OKX Marketplace – where freedom, affordability, and creativity unite.Oct 14, 2023Published on Oct 14, 2023Aug 5, 2026Updated on Aug 5, 202622How do I turn on Hedge mode?
For example, if a trader holds a long-term long position but expects short-term price drops, they can open a short position to cover potential losses. This ensures they remain profitable or minimize downside risks while keeping their long-term investment intact.How do I enable or disable hedge mode?May 7, 2025Published on May 7, 2025Aug 26, 2026Updated on Aug 26, 202616How 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.Sep 28, 2023Published on Sep 28, 2023Aug 27, 2026Updated on Aug 27, 2026217Simple X-Perps FAQ
A short position is the mirror image.You can choose a direction by selecting Open Long or Open Short, and you hold either a long or a short on a given pair at one time (one-way mode).What is the funding rate for X-Perps? The funding rate is a periodic payment exchanged between traders holding long and short positions. It's not a fee charged by us, it's a transfer between traders. On X-Perps, the funding rate is settled every 8 hours.Jun 25, 2026Published on Jun 25, 2026Oct 12, 2026Updated on Oct 12, 2026How 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.Sep 4, 2026Published on Sep 4, 2026Sep 4, 2026Updated on Sep 4, 2026What'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.Apr 15, 2026Published on Apr 15, 2026Aug 14, 2026Updated on Aug 14, 2026How 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. 6. 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. 7. Tap Add recipient > Select the recipient type > Choose the network > Paste the address > Next 8.Jul 31, 2026Published on Jul 31, 2026Sep 30, 2026Updated on Sep 30, 20269What 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.Jan 21, 2025Published on Jan 21, 2025Aug 5, 2026Updated on Aug 5, 20269What'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.Sep 4, 2026Published on Sep 4, 2026Sep 4, 2026Updated on Sep 4, 2026EEA Spot Margin FAQ
If BTC falls, it can also increase your losses.The amount borrowed and applicable borrowing costs still need to be repaid.Going short To take a short position, you can borrow the base asset and sell it.For example: Borrow BTC. Sell the BTC. Buy BTC back later. Repay the BTC you borrowed. If BTC falls, you may be able to buy it back for less.Dec 12, 2025Published on Dec 12, 2025Sep 10, 2026Updated on Sep 10, 20262A 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 universitySep 25, 2023Published on Sep 25, 2023Aug 25, 2026Updated on Aug 25, 20266,535