Cryptocurrency trading involves a significant amount of risk, given the market’s high volatility. To manage these risks effectively and secure profits, traders use tools like take profit and stop loss orders.
This guide will walk you through the process of setting up and adjusting these orders on Bitunix both web and app version, helping you to optimize your trading strategy and manage your risk more efficiently.
What is a Take Profit Order?
A take profit (TP) order is an automated instruction to sell an asset when it reaches a specific price level, securing your profit at that point. For instance, if you buy Bitcoin at $60,000 and set a take profit order at $65,000, the system will automatically sell your Bitcoin when its price hits $35,000, thus locking in your profit. This process once set in place is executed without the traders consent.
Take note there are two types of Take profit orders which is the market take profit order and the limit take profit order. Both achieve the same goal but in a different time interval.
What is a Limit Take Profit Order?
A limit Take profit order consists of Take profit mechanism with a limit order. You can set the minimum profit you expect. Once the Take profit order is set and the trigger price is reached, the limit order will be automatically placed even after logging out or going offline.
In a limit Take profit order, the Take profit price is the trigger price of the limit order, and the limit price is the price point at which the order is placed. Limit price can be customizable, buy orders (long) are usually set above the TP/SL price and sell orders (short) are set below the TP/SL price. This difference takes into account the fact that the market price may change within the time difference between triggering TP/SL price and placing the limit order.
What is a Market Take profit Order?
Market Take profit order and limit Take profit order operate the same way, when the market Take profit order is triggered, it will take effect as a market order to be filled immediately.
Be cautious because when the market is volatile and the price rises or falls sharply, the fill price of the market order may be lower/higher than the fill price that you see on the page when placing the order. Therefore, you’d better pay close attention to the market depth and price fluctuations.
What is a Stop Loss Order?
A stop loss (SL) order, on the other hand, is designed to limit your losses. It automatically sells an asset when its price falls to a predetermined level. For example, if you purchase Ethereum at $2,500 and set a stop loss order at $2,300, the system will sell your Ethereum when its price drops to $2,300, thereby capping your loss at $200 per Ethereum. Stop loss orders are of two types which is the limit stop loss order and the market stop loss order.
What is a Limit Stop Loss Order?
A limit stop loss order consists of Take stop loss command with a limit order. Once the stop loss order is set and the trigger price is reached, the limit order will be automatically placed even after logging out or going offline.
In a limit stop loss order, the stop loss price is the trigger price of the limit order, and the limit price is the price point at which the order is placed. Limit price can be change, buy orders (long) are usually set above the TP/SL price and sell orders (short) are set below the TP/SL price. This difference takes into account the fact that the market price may change within the time difference between triggering TP/SL price and placing the limit order.
What is a Market Take Profit Order?
Market stop loss order and limit stop loss order operate the same way, when the market stop loss order is triggered, it will take effect as a market order to be filled immediately.
As we said above be careful when the market is volatile and the price rises or falls sharply, the fill price of the market order may be lower/higher than the fill price that you see on the page when placing the order. Therefore, you’d better pay close attention to the market depth and price fluctuations.
Why Use Take Profit and Stop Loss Orders?
Risk Management
These orders are essential tools for managing risk. In the volatile cryptocurrency market, prices can swing drastically in a short period. By setting up take profit and stop loss orders, you can predetermine your acceptable loss levels and desired profit targets, thus protecting your investments and profits.
Emotional Control
Trading can be emotional, especially in a highly volatile market like crypto. Fear and greed can drive impulsive decisions that might not be in your best interest. take profit and stop loss orders help eliminate the emotional component by automating trade exits, allowing for more disciplined trading.
Consistency
Using take profit and stop loss orders helps ensure that your trading strategy is applied consistently. These orders operate based on predefined criteria, ensuring that your trades follow your planned strategy even when you are not actively monitoring the market.
How to Set Up Take Profit and Stop Loss on Bitunix on the WEB Version
We will look into Setting up TP and SL orders on Bitunix in web version which is a straightforward process. Follow these steps to ensure that your trades are protected and your profits are secured.
Step 1: To begin log into your Bitunix account using your username and password. If you don’t have an account, you will need to create one and complete the necessary verification processes then click “Futures” on the top of the page.
Step 2: Once logged in, navigate to the trading interface. This can typically be found under the “Trade” or “Markets” section on the platform’s main menu. Here, you will see the trading pairs available and the interface for placing orders then click on BTCUSDT on the left to open the list and select the futures.
Step 3: Transfer Funds
You need to have funds in your derivatives account to initiate a trade to do this you will have to deposit onchain to your wallet or buy directly using your credit card or any other means but if you have funds in your spot wallet then click the small arrow button on the right to open the transfer menu and enter the amount to transfer funds from the spot account to the futures account, click confirm.
Step 4: Enter Your Trade Details
In the trading interface, you will need to enter the details of your trade: Click Isolated on the right to switch position modes. Click on the number to switch the leverage multiplier. Different varieties support different leverage multiples.
Next choose the type of order you wish to place. For setting take profit and stop loss orders, you will typically use the “Limit” or “Market” order types. Next enter the price at which you wish to buy or sell the asset, specify the amount of the cryptocurrency you wish to buy or sell.
Step 6: Confirm and Place Your Order
Review your trade details, including the take profit and stop loss levels. Once you are satisfied, confirm and place your order. The system will now automatically execute the orders based on the specified criteria.
After successfully placing the order, you can view your orders under Open Orders at the bottom of the page. You can also cancel your order before they are filled. If the order is filled, you can find it under Position. Click take profit and stop loss to view current take profit/stop loss orders.
How to Modify Take Profit and Stop Loss on Bitunix
Markets are dynamic, and conditions can change rapidly. You might need to adjust your take profit and stop loss orders as the market evolves. Here’s how you can modify these orders on Bitunix.
Navigate to the “Open Orders” section in your Bitunix account. This section lists all your active orders, including those with TP and SL instructions. Identify the order you wish to modify and select it. There should be an option to “Modify” or “Edit” the order details. Next change the take profit and stop loss levels according to the new market conditions or your updated trading strategy.
For example, if the market is more bullish than expected, you might raise your take profit level. Conversely, if volatility has increased, you might tighten your stop loss level to reduce potential losses. Next you should review the changes you have made to ensure they align with your revised trading strategy. Confirm and save the modifications. Your order will now execute based on the updated take profit and stop loss levels.
Practical Examples of Setting Take Profit and Stop Loss Order on Bitunix
Let’s assume you want to trade the BTC/USDT pair. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to set up and modify TP and SL orders.
Initial Trade Setup:
-Buy Bitcoin: $70,000
– Take Profit: $75,000 (targeting a $5,000 profit per BTC)
– Stop Loss: $68,000 (risking a $2,000 loss per BTC)
Steps:
- Log into Bitunix and navigate to the BTC/USDT trading pair.
- Enter a buy order for Bitcoin at $70,000.
- Set the take profit order at $35,000 and the stop loss order at $28,000.
- Confirm and place the order.
Modifying the Order:
After some time, Bitcoin’s price starts trending upwards, and you decide to adjust your take pofit and stop loss levels to lock in more profit and reduce risk. Go to the “Open Orders” section and select the BTC/USDT order, modify the take profit level to $77,000 and the stop loss level to $70,500 then confirm the changes made.
How to Set Up Take Profit and Stop Loss on Bitunix on the Mobile APP
Login to your Bitunix account on the mobile application, select “Futures” at the bottom. If you don’t have an account, you will need to create one and complete the necessary verification processes then click “Futures” at the bottom.
Click BTC/USDT on the top left to change trading pairs. You can use the search bar or directly click the list below to find the futures you want to trade.
Next select margin mode and leverage. By default, Bitunix offers the cross leverage so you will have to change it to your preferred choice.
Click the arrow icon to the right of the available balance to transfer funds from the spot account to the futures account.
Place your order on the right side of the screen. If you choose limit order, you need to enter the price and amount. If you choose market order, you only need to enter the amount.
Check the TP/SL box and enter price for take profit and stop loss. Then, click Buy if you want to open a long position, or click Sell if you want to open a short position.
After placing the order, it will appear in Open Orders if it’s not filled right away. Users can click [Cancel] to cancel the pending order. If the order is filled, it will be found under Positions. The placed take profit and stop loss order can also be found under Open Order.
Tips for Effective Use of Take Profit and Stop Loss on Bitunix
The cryptocurrency market is highly dynamic. Regularly review and adjust your take profit and stop loss levels based on the latest market conditions and your evolving trading strategy. You should also leverage technical analysis to set more accurate take profit and stop loss levels. Indicators such as moving averages, Bollinger Bands, and Relative Strength Index (RSI) can provide valuable insights into market trends and potential reversal points.
In addition to that, avoid putting all your capital into a single trade. Diversifying your trades across different cryptocurrencies can help spread risk and reduce the impact of a single market movement.
Letting emotions drive your trading decisions can lead to significant losses. Stick to your predefined take profit and stop loss levels to maintain discipline and avoid impulsive decisions. If you are new to using take profit and stop loss orders, start with smaller trades. This approach allows you to learn and refine your strategy without risking significant capital.
