Introduction to Crypto Order Types on OKX
Spot trading on OKX offers multiple order types to execute trades with precision. This guide explains each order type with practical examples while maintaining compliance with platform policies.
1. Limit Orders
Definition
Limit orders allow traders to specify exact buy/sell prices rather than accepting current market prices.
Example Scenario:
BTC market price: $13,000 USDT
- Buy limit order at $12,900 executes only if price drops ≤$12,900
- Sell limit order at $13,100 executes only if price rises ≥$13,100
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2. Advanced Limit Orders
Enhanced Execution Controls
Three specialized mechanisms:
| Mechanism | Description | Use Case |
|---|---|---|
| Post Only | Ensures maker status | Lower trading fees |
| Fill or Kill | Complete execution or cancel | Large orders requiring full fill |
| Immediate or Cancel | Partial fills allowed | Time-sensitive trades |
Example: Buying 300 BTC at $18,745.75
- FOK cancels if only 266 available
- IOC fills 266, cancels remaining 34
3. Market Orders
Instant Execution
- Matches best available prices
- Max single order: $100,000 USDT
- Rapid execution during volatility
Risk Note: Slippage may occur during fast markets.
4. Take Profit/Stop Loss Orders
Automated Trade Triggers
Uni-directional Example:
- Current BTC: $9,700
- Buy trigger: $10,000 (resistance breakout)
Bi-directional Example:
- Take profit at $10,000
- Stop loss at $9,000
- One side cancels after trigger
5. Plan Orders
Scheduled Trade Execution
Limit Plan Order:
- Trigger: $6,500 BTC
- Limit price: $6,450
- Quantity: 10 BTC
Market Plan Order:
- Trigger: $7,000 BTC
- Market buy for $14,000 USDT
6. Trailing Orders
Dynamic Price Adjustment
- Tracks peak prices
- Triggers at user-set pullback % (0.1%-5%)
- Example: Buy BTC after 1% rebound from $17,800 low
7. Iceberg Orders
Large Order Discretion
- Splits big orders into smaller chunks
- Example: 1,000 BTC bought via randomized 0.8-1x batches
- Price range: ±1% of best bid/ask
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8. TWAP Orders
Time-Weighted Execution
- Gradual order splitting
Parameters:
- Price range: ±1%
- Order interval: 5-120 seconds
- Matches 5% of opposing order book liquidity
FAQ Section
Q: What's the main advantage of Post Only orders?
A: Guarantees maker status for reduced trading fees.
Q: How does a trailing stop order work?
A: It dynamically adjusts triggers based on price peaks and user-set pullback percentages.
Q: Can I place unlimited market orders?
A: No, OKX imposes a $100,000 USDT cap per market order.
Q: What happens if my iceberg order isn't fully filled?
A: Unfilled portions automatically cancel when price moves beyond specified depth.
Q: Is there a minimum duration for TWAP orders?
A: Yes, minimum 5-second intervals between partial orders.
Key Takeaways
- Limit orders provide price control
- Advanced options offer execution flexibility
- Automated strategies save monitoring time
- Large orders benefit from iceberg/TWAP approaches
- Always verify available balance before ordering
All examples assume proper account funding and comply with OKX trading rules.
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