Master the Basics of Crypto Order Types Knowing how to buy and sell is just as important as what you trade. Let's break down the 4 essential order types every crypto trader should know: Market Order Instant buy/sell at the current market price Fast execution Can suffer from slippage in volatile markets Limit Order Set your desired price - the trade executes only when the market reaches it More control over entry/exit May not fill if the price never hits your target Stop-Loss Order Automatically sell if the price drops to your set level Protects from his losses.