When trading perpetual futures, some users may prefer not to place their entire order at a single price. Instead, they may want to spread entries or exits across a price range to manage execution more flexibly.
Scale orders are designed for this kind of trading approach.
What is a Scale order?
A Scale order is an order strategy that allows you to split a larger order into multiple smaller limit orders across a defined price range.
Instead of placing one single order at one price, a Scale order distributes the total order size over several price levels. This can help users enter or exit positions gradually as the market moves through the selected range.
You can think of it as a way to "ladder" an order across multiple prices, rather than relying on just one entry or exit point.
When is a Scale order useful?
A Scale order is generally more suitable in the following situations:
You want to enter a position gradually across different price levels
You want to reduce the risk of relying on a single execution price
You want to place staggered buy or sell orders within a defined range
You prefer a more structured approach to scaling into or out of a position
If your priority is immediate execution at the current market price, a regular market order or limit order may be more straightforward.
How does a Scale order work?
After a Scale order is created, the system divides the total order amount into multiple smaller orders and places them across the selected price range.
As the market moves through those price levels, the individual orders may be filled one by one depending on price movement and market conditions.
Actual execution still depends on factors such as market price, liquidity, and order book depth. This means that some orders may be filled while others remain unfilled if the market does not reach the full selected range.
What are the benefits of using a Scale order?
For users who want more flexibility in how they enter or exit a position, a Scale order can provide a more structured execution method.
Compared with placing one single order, a Scale order may help:
Spread execution across multiple price levels
Reduce dependence on one specific entry or exit price
Support a more disciplined approach to position building or reduction
Better match strategies that rely on gradual scaling
It is important to note that Scale orders are designed to improve order placement flexibility, not to guarantee better prices or improved performance.
Does a Scale order have extra fees?
A Scale order is an order strategy, and there is no separate indication that it carries an additional fee by itself. During execution, filled orders are generally charged according to the normal trading fee rules.
For details on fee tiers, discount rules, Builder Fees, and other related charges, please refer to OneKey App Wallet Service Fee Explanation.
Before using a Scale order
A Scale order can help users manage entries and exits more flexibly, but it does not eliminate market risk.
Depending on market conditions, some orders within the selected range may be filled while others may not. Final execution results will depend on actual price movement, liquidity, and market depth.
Before using a Scale order, we recommend evaluating it based on your trading goals, position size, and risk tolerance.