Spot Trade

Learn how to execute spot trades on Yamata's testnet. This guide covers market orders, limit orders, and advanced features to help you trade effectively.

Overview

Spot trading on Yamata lets you buy and sell crypto assets at current market prices or set specific price targets. The interface provides professional-grade tools with an intuitive design that works for both beginners and experienced traders.

Understanding the Interface

Price Chart & Market Data

  • Price Chart: Real-time candlestick chart with technical indicators

  • Current Price: Live market price displayed prominently

  • 24h Stats: Daily change, high, low, and volume metrics

  • Order Book: Live buy/sell orders showing market depth

Trading Panel

Located on the right side, this is where you'll place your trades:

  • Market/Limit Toggle: Choose between instant execution or price targeting

  • Buy/Sell Buttons: Select your trade direction

  • Amount Input: Specify how much you want to trade

  • Balance Display: Shows your available funds

  • Order Value: Calculates total trade value

  • Percentage Buttons: Quick selection for 25%, 50%, 75%, 100% of balance

Order Types

Market Orders

Execute immediately at the current market price.

When to use: When you want instant execution and current price is acceptable.

Steps:

  1. Click "MARKET" tab in the trading panel

  2. Select "BUY" or "SELL"

  3. Enter the amount you want to trade

  4. Review the estimated order value

  5. Click "Place Order"

Note: Market orders execute instantly but may have slight price variation during high volatility.

Limit Orders

Set a specific price at which you want to buy or sell.

When to use: When you have a target price and can wait for the market to reach it.

Steps:

  1. Click "LIMIT" tab in the trading panel

  2. Select "BUY" or "SELL"

  3. Enter your desired price in the price field

  4. Enter the amount you want to trade

  5. Review the total order value

  6. Click "Place Order"

Note: Limit orders only execute when the market reaches your specified price.

Reading the Order Book

The order book on the right shows:

  • Red Orders: Sell orders (asks) - prices sellers want

  • Green Orders: Buy orders (bids) - prices buyers offer

  • Price: The price level for each order

  • Size: Amount available at that price

  • Total: Cumulative volume

Tip: The spread between the highest bid and lowest ask indicates market liquidity.

Managing Your Orders

Open Orders

View and manage your active orders in the "OPEN ORDERS" tab at the bottom:

  • See all pending limit orders

  • Cancel orders that haven't executed

  • Monitor order status

Trade History

Review completed trades in the "TRADE HISTORY" tab:

  • Track your trading performance

  • View execution prices and fees

  • Export data for record keeping

Professional Features

Chart Analysis

  • Timeframes: Switch between 1m, 5m, 1h, 1d, and more

  • Indicators: Access RSI, MACD, and other technical indicators

  • Drawing Tools: Add trend lines and support/resistance levels

  • Chart Types: Candlestick, line, and area charts

Quick Amount Selection

Use percentage buttons for fast position sizing:

  • 25%: Quarter of your balance

  • 50%: Half of your balance

  • 75%: Three-quarters of your balance

  • 100%: All available balance

Fees & Execution

  • Trading Fees: Competitive maker/taker fee structure

  • Execution: Instant settlement thanks to OHX technology

  • Slippage: Minimal due to efficient order matching

  • No Gas Fees: Account abstraction covers transaction costs

Troubleshooting

Order Not Executing:

  • Check if you have sufficient balance

  • Verify the price is within market range

  • Ensure the trading pair is active

Balance Not Updating:

  • Refresh the page

  • Check if the transaction completed

  • Contact support if issues persist

Need Help?

  • Join our Discord for real-time support

  • Check the FAQ for common questions

  • Reach out on Telegram for updates


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