$BTC What Are BTC Pairs in Crypto Trading?

In crypto, a BTC pair means you're trading another coin against Bitcoin.

Simple Example:

ETH/BTC → You’re buying or selling Ethereum using Bitcoin.

ADA/BTC → You’re trading Cardano with Bitcoin.

Why BTC Pairs Are Important:

1. Bitcoin is the main base currency on most exchanges.

2. Lets you trade altcoins without converting to USDT or cash.

3. Helps you measure the real strength of altcoins compared to Bitcoin.

Who Uses BTC Pairs?

Advanced traders who focus on BTC price movement.

Long-term holders who prefer Bitcoin over fiat or stablecoins.

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Quick Tip:

If an altcoin is rising in its BTC pair, it means it's getting stronger compared to Bitcoin – not just in dollars!