#TradingPairs101 Trading pairs represent the two assets being exchanged in a trade, commonly seen in crypto and forex markets. In a pair like BTC/USD, Bitcoin (BTC) is the base currency, and U.S. dollars (USD) is the quote currency. The pair shows how much of the quote currency is needed to buy one unit of the base currency. Trading pairs allow users to swap one asset for another directly. Some pairs involve stablecoins (e.g., USDT/ETH), while others are crypto-to-crypto (e.g., ETH/BTC). Understanding pairs is key for navigating exchanges, analyzing price movements, and making informed decisions in both spot and margin trading.