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# Place a limit order

### Step 1: Enter collateral amount

Type in how much collateral you'd like to use for the trade.

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### Step 2: Enter Limit Price

Enter the price you'd like the order to execute at.

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### Step 3: Select Leverage

Use the slider to enter the leverage for the position. You can see this change the amout of exposure you'll have in the above input.

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### Step 4: Place Order

Once ready, select "Place Trade" and follow the prompts to place your limit order.

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### Step 5: Check you open orders

Use the "Orders" tab to check the open orders you have. You can click the X button to cancel them!

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