Swapping on Exchanges

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A swap/trade exchanges one asset for another (e.g., USD ↔ BTC). Understand market orders vs limit orders, fees, and slippage.

Basics:

  • Market order: Fills now at best available price (may slip).
  • Limit order: Sets a price; fills if market reaches it.
  • Maker vs taker fees: Posting vs taking liquidity.
  • Slippage: Price moves while filling your order.

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