#TradingPairs101 The Chess of Pairs: Every Move Defines Your Crypto-Destination ♟️ #TradingPairs101

In the chess of crypto trading, every move, every choice of pair, defines your destiny. Do you know that the right combination of **base** and **quote** is as vital as the cryptocurrency you are trading? Decode this enigma and elevate your strategy.

### 🔄 The Pairs Uncovered: Base vs. Quote

A pair like **$BTC / $USDC means: **$BTC** is the **base** currency (what you buy/sell), and **$USDc** is the **quote** currency (what you pay/receive). Simple, but powerful!

### 🎯 Which Pair Does the Expert Trade?

I prefer to trade in pairs denominated in stablecoins like **$USDT** (e.g. $ETH /$USDT). Why? Volatility is directly measured in a stable currency, making it easier to track gains and risks. I use crypto-crypto pairs (e.g. $SOL/BTC) to speculate on the relative performance between two assets.

To choose, I look at my end goal and liquidity (pair volume). Always seek high activity.

### 💡 The Impact of the Pair: A Real Example

Once, a friend was trading **$SOL / $ETH**. When the price of **$ETH** unexpectedly dropped, his gains in **$SOL** were negatively amplified in terms of fiat value. I, trading **$SOL / $USDT**, had a clear reading of my gain/loss, without the extra volatility of the quote currency. The choice of pair was decisive!

Mastering your pairs is your map to success.