#TradingPairs101

A crypto trading pair lets you trade one cryptocurrency for another. It’s written like this: BTC/USD5 — meaning you’re buying Bitcoin using Tether (USDT) or selling BTC for USDT.

So how do I choose the right pair?

👉 1. Liquidity is key

The higher the liquidity, the smoother and faster the trade. I stick with pairs that have a large trading volume. For example, ETH/USDT or BNB/BTC.

👉 2. Strategy alignment

If I’m looking to accumulate a coin long-term, I’ll trade in stable pairs like SOL/USDT. If I’m flipping for quick profits, I might use more volatile pairs like DOGE/BTC.

👉 3. Market trends

When a specific ecosystem is trending (e.g. AI tokens or L2s), I look for pairs like FET/USDT or ARB/ETH, depending on the hype and chart setup.

👉 4. Fees and spread

Some low-volume pairs have higher spreads. I avoid these unless I see a very strong reason to enter. Precision matters in scalping or day trading.