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How to Switch Margin Modes

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Flipster allows users to choose between Cross Margin and Isolated Margin before placing a trade.


How to Change Margin Modes

1. On Web version:

You can select the margin mode directly from the trading page:

  1. Go to the Trading Page.
  2. In the Order Zone (before placing your order), locate the Margin Mode selector.
  3. Choose either Cross Margin or Isolated Margin.
  4. Place your order as usual.




2. On Mobile App version:

You can select the margin mode directly from the trading tab:

  1. Go to the Trading Tab.
  2. In the Order tab (before placing your order), locate the Margin Mode selector.
  3. Choose either Cross Margin or Isolated Margin.
  4. Place your order as usual.

Important: Margin mode cannot be changed after opening a position. To switch modes, you must close all your existing position(s) and open order(s) before opening a new one with the desired margin type.
 

Important Notes

  • Cross Margin positions share the same margin pool from supported assets across all trades. Profits from one trade can offset losses from another.
  • Isolated Margin positions are independent. Each position has its own margin, allowing you to manage risk for individual trades. You can also add or remove margin for each position.
  • Liquidation differences:
    • Cross Margin: Liquidation is triggered when the account margin ratio reaches 100%.
    • Isolated Margin: Liquidation occurs when a specific position reaches its maintenance margin threshold.
  • Collateral flexibility: Cross Margin supports multiple assets for collateral, whereas Isolated Margin is limited to a single asset per trade.
  • Adjusting margin: On Cross Margin positions, you cannot add or remove margin once the position is opened. On Isolated Margin, margin adjustments are possible.

     

Summary

Choosing the right margin mode depends on your trading strategy:

  • Cross Margin: Best for advanced users who want account-level risk management and the flexibility to use multiple assets as collateral.
  • Isolated Margin: Best for traders who want to manage risk per position and retain the ability to add or remove margin for individual trades.

Always review the margin mode before placing your order to ensure your risk exposure aligns with your trading strategy.

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