#TradingPairs101

What is a Trading Pair in Crypto?

A trading pair in crypto refers to two currencies you can trade directly against each other on an exchange. For example, BTC/USDT means you can trade Bitcoin for Tether, or vice versa. The first currency is the base (BTC), and the second is the quote (USDT), which shows the price.

Common types of pairs:

Crypto-to-Fiat: e.g., BTC/USD

Crypto-to-Stablecoin: e.g., ETH/USDC

Crypto-to-Crypto: e.g., SOL/ETH

Choosing the right pair helps you trade efficiently and avoid unnecessary conversion fees.