Glossary
Crypto trading terms, clearly explained.
Start with the core concepts, then move through orders, exits, risk, and position tracking.
Updated Mar 2026
Open SimulatorCore
Paper Trading
Paper trading uses virtual capital to rehearse trades under live market conditions.
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Tool
Crypto Trading Simulator
A simulator is the software that makes paper trading possible. The good ones keep prices, orders, and history believable.
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Order
Market Order
A market order trades price control for immediate execution.
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Order
Limit Order
A limit order trades immediate execution for price control.
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Exit
Stop Loss
A stop-loss marks where the trade idea is no longer worth defending.
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Exit
Take Profit
A take-profit level marks where gains should be realized.
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Risk
Risk-Reward Ratio
Risk-reward compares planned downside with planned upside before entry.
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Accounting
FIFO
FIFO closes the oldest open lot first.
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