What is cryptocurrency pairs?

Crypto currency pairs are pairs of cryptocurrencies that can be traded against each other on a cryptocurrency exchange. For example, Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) is a common cryptocurrency pair. When a trader buys BTC/ETH, they are essentially exchanging Bitcoin for Ethereum or vice versa.

Cryptocurrency pairs work similar to traditional currency pairs in foreign exchange (forex) markets. Traders can speculate on the relative values of different cryptocurrencies and profit from the price movements between them. The price of a cryptocurrency pair is determined by the supply and demand for each cryptocurrency in the pair, and can be affected by various factors such as market news, adoption rates, and regulatory changes.

Cryptocurrency pairs can be traded on cryptocurrency exchanges that support trading pairs, and traders can buy and sell them using either market orders or limit orders. Market orders are executed at the current market price, while limit orders allow traders to set a specific price at which they want to buy or sell the cryptocurrency pair.

Common cryptocurrency pairs include BTC/ETH, BTC/LTC, ETH/LTC, and BTC/XRP, although the specific pairs available may vary depending on the exchange. Traders should always do their own research and analysis before trading cryptocurrency pairs, and should understand the risks and potential rewards of trading cryptocurrencies.