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Finding a Market and Placing a Trade

Two ways to find markets:
  • From alerts - Click any alert to open that market’s terminal
  • Search - Press SPACE to search by keyword
1

Choose BUY or SELL

BUY to acquire shares, SELL to exit a position.
2

Choose Order Type

TypeHow It Works
MarketExecutes instantly at best available price
LimitYou set the price, waits for a match
3

Enter Amount

Enter in USD or shares - hit settings button in top right to choose preferred. Use quick buttons (25%, 50%, 75%, 100%) to size based on your balance.Minimum: $1 for limit orders, 5 shares minimum.
4

Review and Confirm

Check total cost, shares you’ll receive, and potential profit. Click confirm.

Order Types

Market Orders - Fast, simple, but price can slip on large orders. Best for small trades or when you need to act quickly. Limit Orders - You control the exact price, but may not fill if the market doesn’t reach it. Best for larger trades or specific price targets.

Reading the Order Book

Orderbook
TermMeaning
BidHighest price buyers will pay
AskLowest price sellers accept
SpreadGap between bid and ask

Profit Example

Buy 100 YES shares at $0.40 = $40 spent

If YES wins: 100 × $1.00 = $100 → $60 profit
If NO wins: 100 × $0.00 = $0 → $40 loss

Troubleshooting

Check your balance, verify market is still open, and for limit orders check if your price is reasonable.
Market orders can slip. Use limit orders for exact prices.
Your price may be too far from market. Check the order book and adjust.

Next Steps