How do I modify TP/SL?

Published on 13 Jun 2024Updated on 9 Oct 20243 min read10

Take Profit (TP) and Stop Loss (SL) are essential tools for traders looking to manage risk and secure profits in the volatile world of cryptocurrency trading. TP allows you to automatically close a trade when the price reaches a certain level of profit, while SL helps minimize losses by closing a trade when the price hits a predetermined level of loss. We provide robust features to set and modify these parameters easily on both our web platform and mobile app. Learn more on our TP/SL here.

Here's a detailed guide on how to modify TP/SL orders on our platform.

How do I modify TP/SL?

On the app

  1. Access the trading section:

    • Select Trade from the main menu

    • Select the trading pair you want to modify

  2. View your positions: select the Positions option to see all your open positions

  3. Select the position to modify:

    • Find the specific position you wish to modify

    • Tap on the position to open the details

  4. Adjust TP/SL levels:

    • In the position details, look for the option to modify TP/SL

    • Select Modify or the TP/SL icons

    • Enter your new TP/SL prices

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      Insert your trigger prices for TP trigger and Stop loss fields

    • Select Confirm to save the changes

  5. Verify and confirm:

    • Ensure that the new TP/SL levels are correct

    • Confirm the changes by selecting Confirm

On the web

  1. Navigate to the trading interface:

    • Once logged in, select Trade from the main menu

    • Select the trading pair you are interested in from the list

  2. Open your positions: in the trading interface, locate the Positions option. It displays all your current open positions

  3. Select the position to modify: find the position you want to modify. Select Add under the TP/SL column

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    Select the Add option under TP/SL to modify the position

  4. Modify TP/SL levels:

    • A window will pop up, allowing you to set new TP/SL levels

    • Enter your desired TP/SL price

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      Fill in the TP/SL trigger price before confirming

    • Select Confirm to save the changes

  5. Review and confirm:

    • Double-check the modified levels to ensure they're set correctly

    • Confirm your changes by selecting Confirm

What are the tips for setting TP/SL?

  • Assess market conditions: before setting TP/SL levels, evaluate the current market conditions, including volatility and trend direction.

  • Use technical analysis: employ technical indicators and chart patterns to determine optimal TP/SL levels.

  • Risk management: ensure your SL is set at a level that limits potential losses to an acceptable amount while placing TP at realistic profit levels.

  • Regular monitoring: Regularly review and adjust your TP/SL levels based on market changes and new information.

By following these steps, you can efficiently manage your trades and mitigate risk on the OKX platform, ensuring a more disciplined and strategic approach to crypto trading.