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What's mark price vs last price vs index price?
The default price chart is drawn on the last price, while the unrealised PnL on an open position is calculated on the mark price. When those two prices differ, the PnL shown on the position and the figure you'd work out from the chart differ with them. Neither number is wrong: they answer different questions. If you want the two to line up, calculate from the mark price rather than from the last price on the chart. Which price triggers a take-profit or stop-loss order?Published on Apr 15, 2026Updated on Sep 4, 20261How do I change the chart type?
Three chart types available; Original, TradingView and Depth and once selected, you're set to use the features While charting in the TradingView view, you can to use the features that are on original chart experience. On top of the more chart types and charting options, you can set up multi-screen displays and personalized alerts, so you never miss a critical market move. If you want to find out how you can enable multiple charts on screen, visit here.Published on Nov 5, 2024Updated on Aug 5, 202614How do I set up indicators on the chart?
Status line — controls what shows in the chart's top bar. Toggle the symbol logo, title, OHLC chart values, and bar change values. For indicators, you can show or hide names, input parameters, values, and background highlights on hover. Scales and lines — controls the price scale, labels, and time axis. Use Scale modes to set when the price cursor tag is visible: Visible on mouse over, Display always, or Never display.Published on Nov 30, 2024Updated on Aug 5, 202616How 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 Aug 5, 2026417How do I reset my chart layout?
If you need to reset your trading interface, whether to troubleshoot an issue, clear customizations, or simply start fresh, you can quickly restore it to default settings without any hassle. Resetting your interface can be helpful for restoring default settings or ensuring your trading layout is optimized for your needs. Follow these simple steps below to restore your interface on the web and get...Published on Nov 27, 2024Updated on Aug 5, 202620How do I use the chart trading layout?
You can choose different styles for displaying chart positions (Top, Bottom or None)How do I unhide the candles chart? 1. Open OKX App, go to the trading page and select the trading style 2. Tap More > Settings > Interface 3. On Chart position, select Top 4. Go back to the trading page, pull down the page with a larger swipe, then the candles chart will reappearPublished on Jan 29, 2024Updated on Aug 5, 2026128How do I turn on and sync multiple charts on a screen?
Select from any of the available trading modes off the main page menu to load the trading chart Select the multiple chart option from the main menu of the chart Select the chart layout, select up to 8 charts Load the chart layout option and select the 8-chart option Sync the interval, crosshair, and date range under Sync chart settings Head back to the chart layout and load all the synchronization of the options available For more info on how to navigate better in the trading world, visit here.FAQCanPublished on Aug 9, 2024Updated on Aug 5, 202634Why did I pay more than the market price? Spread, price protection and quotes that won't load
Why did I pay more than the chart price when I used Buy/Sell or Convert? Applies to: Buy/Sell and Convert, at the moment you're shown a quote. Buy/Sell and Convert quote you a single all-in price. That price isn't the mid-market price you see on the chart — it includes a spread, which is how the quote is priced. OKX publishes the maximum spread it may apply.Published on Sep 4, 2026Updated on Sep 4, 2026How do I set a price alert?
By setting up alerts, you establish a proactive defense mechanism, ensuring you're promptly notified whenever price action aligns with your price levels of interest. How can I set a price alert? You can set a price alert and be informed when the price reaches the key price points. Navigate through the process by following these steps: On the App: 1. Tap Trade > Select the trading type at the top 2. Tap the three dots in the upper right corner > Alerts > Add alert 3.Published on Apr 30, 2024Updated on Aug 5, 2026265How to add personalized messages for custom price alerts?
Below is how you can add personalized messages to your custom price alerts on our platform: Navigate to the chart of the specific asset and select the Alerts option by selecting the bell icon above the trading chart to access the price alerts feature Start by selecting the Alerts option Select Create alerts or select an existing alert you want to edit Proceed to select the alert of your preference or the Create alerts option Set the Price and enter the price point that will trigger the alert ProceedPublished on Feb 6, 2025Updated on Aug 5, 20265How do I use the liquidation price calculator?
price?Published on Jul 3, 2024Updated on Aug 5, 202641How do I find the Marketcap feature?
On the app Head over to the trading chart on the trading page Select Mcap from the chart type option Select Mcap from the list of chart typesOn the web Navigate to the trading chart on the Trading page Select Market cap to view the trends Select Market cap from the list of trading chart types If you want learn more on how you can change the chart trading layout, visit here.Published on Feb 27, 2025Updated on Aug 5, 20267How do I track the cost price of my spot trades?
On the trading screen, select Settings from the top menu Proceed with the selection of Settings from the pop-up menu On the Trading mode screen, select Spot cost price type Select between Average cost price or Cumulative cost price Select from the available options under the Spot cost price type options The cost price will also be reflected on your K-line Chart and the positions menu. Cost price on the K-line chart Cost price on the positions menuPublished on Sep 5, 2024Updated on Aug 5, 202631How do I use the custom interval feature?
With custom interval, users can: Set personalized time intervals: customize chart intervals beyond predefined options (for example, 2-minute, 7-minute, 45-minute). Improve technical analysis: analyze price movements with more precision by using time intervals that match specific trading strategies. Enhance decision-making: gain better insights into short-term or long-term market trends that might not be visible in standard intervals.Published on Mar 5, 2025Updated on Aug 5, 20267How do I modify TP/SL?
Index price — a price derived from external spot markets, used as the reference for expiry settlement. Your order is only triggered when the price type you selected reaches your trigger price. If you set your trigger on the mark price and then watch the last price on the chart, the two can differ, and your order can trigger at a moment that looks early or late on the chart.Published on Jun 13, 2024Updated on Sep 9, 202636