Trading Perps on Nexa
Learn how to trade perps on Nexa
On Nexa, you can trade perpetual contracts (perps) with leverage, advanced order types, and real-time analytics. This guide walks you through every step: connecting your wallet, opening positions, managing trades, and more.
Getting Started with Perps
Connect Your Wallet
Click Connect Wallet in the header and approve the prompt.
Access the Perps Trading Page
Navigate to the Perps section from the sidebar or homepage.
Deposit Collateral
Deposit $USDC or supported assets as collateral to your perps account.
Select a Market
Choose the perpetual market you want to trade (e.g., SUI-PERP, BTC-PERP).
Place a Trade
In the trade panel, select Market or Limit order, set your leverage, and enter your position size. Click Buy/Long or Sell/Short to open a position.
Confirm Execution
Once your order is filled, you'll see a confirmation and your position will appear in the positions panel.
Monitor & Manage Positions
Track your open positions, PnL, and margin. You can add margin, close, or partially close positions at any time.
Withdraw Profits or Collateral
After closing positions, withdraw your available balance back to your wallet.
Perps Trading Best Practices
- Understand leverage and liquidation risks before trading
- Start with lower leverage to manage risk
- Monitor your margin ratio and PnL regularly
- Use stop-loss and take-profit orders for risk management
- Ensure sufficient collateral for open positions
You're now ready to trade perps on Nexa. Stay informed, manage your risk, and make winning trades confidently.