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Getting Started with Coinmetro's Exchange Platform

Everything you need to know to start using Coinmetro's Exchange platform

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Written by Sophie
Updated over 2 weeks ago

Looking to trade with more precision than a simple buy or sell? The Coinmetro Exchange Platform gives you full control over your trading strategy, with advanced tools, charts, and order types — all designed to help you trade smarter and stay informed.

📊 How to Access the Exchange Platform

You can access the Exchange Platform directly from your Dashboard — it’s available on both desktop and the mobile app.

📱 On the Mobile App

  1. From the home screen, tap on the Menu icon (☰) in the top-left corner of the screen.

  2. Tap on Exchange.

Once you're on the exchange, you’ll see live market charts, order forms, and order books — everything you need to make informed trading decisions.

💻 On a Web Browser

  1. From your dashboard, go to the Menu on the left of the screen.

  2. Click on Exchange.

Once you're on the exchange, you’ll see live market charts, order forms, and order books — everything you need to make informed trading decisions.

⚙️ Why Use the Exchange Platform?

While the Swap Widget is ideal for quick, one-click trades at a fixed rate, the Exchange Platform gives you advanced trading flexibility. You can:

  • 📊 Buy or sell at market price (Market Order)

  • 📈 Set Limit Orders to buy or sell at a specific price

  • 🛑 Use Stop Orders to limit potential losses

  • 🔍 View price charts with built-in technical indicators

  • 📚 Check live order books to see current buy/sell activity

  • 🧾 Track open and past orders with an easy overview

👉 To enable advanced order options like Stop Orders:

  • On a Web Browser: Click the Settings (⚙️) icon on the Exchange Platform and click to check the box next to Advanced Features.

  • On the Mobile App: Tap the 3 dots next to the Buy button > Settings > Tap to check the box next to Advanced Features.

⚠️ Price Warnings (Slippage Alerts)

Coinmetro’s new Price Warning feature helps you make smarter trading decisions by alerting you if your order could be affected by slippage (a difference between the expected and executed price).

Here’s how it works:

  • No warning if slippage is below 3%

  • 🟢 Green warning: 3.00% – 4.99%

  • 🟠 Orange warning: 5.00% – 9.99%

  • 🔴 Red warning: 10% or more

These alerts appear when you:

  • Place a new market or limit order

  • Edit an existing order

They’re available on both the Exchange and Margin platforms.

Important Note: Spread is not currently included in this calculation, and warnings won’t appear when doubling or closing a percentage of active Margin positions.

🧠 Practice Safely with the Demo Platform

Not quite ready to dive in? Try the Coinmetro Demo Platform, where you can practice trading with virtual funds — no risk, just learning!


FAQs

📱 Can I access the Exchange Platform on mobile?

Yes! You can trade directly from the Coinmetro app by opening the menu (☰) and selecting Exchange.

🧩 What’s the difference between the Swap Widget and the Exchange Platform

The Swap Widget is perfect for quick, one-click conversions at a fixed rate. The Exchange Platform, on the other hand, offers advanced features like limit and stop orders, live charts, and order books.

⚙️ How do I enable Stop Orders or Partial Fills?

Click the Settings (⚙️) icon on the Exchange screen and toggle on Advanced Features.

⚠️ What does slippage mean?

Slippage occurs when your order executes at a slightly different price than expected due to rapid market movement or low liquidity. Coinmetro’s Price Warning helps you spot potential slippage before confirming your trade.

🧾 Where can I see my open orders?

Scroll down on the Exchange screen to Active Orders. From there, you can view, edit, or cancel any open orders.

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