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Trading FAQ
Common questions about trading on Sparkbot.
Basic Trading
How do I buy a token?
Quickest method:
- Copy token address
- Paste in Sparkbot chat
- Review token information
- Tap "Buy" button or use
/b [address] - Confirm transaction
Typically takes 5-15 seconds total.
How do I sell a token?
From positions:
- Go to Positions
- Select your token
- Choose sell percentage (25%, 50%, 75%, 100%)
- Confirm sale
Using command:
/s [token_address]What's the minimum trade size?
Minimum: 0.00001 BTC
Recommended starting size: 0.001-0.01 BTC for learning
What's the maximum trade size?
Maximum: Your available balance
However, consider:
- Large trades have more price impact
- Pool liquidity limits practical maximum
Prices and Execution
Why is the price different from what I expected?
Several reasons:
- Price Movement: Prices change rapidly
- Slippage: Allowed price variance during execution
- Price Impact: Your trade size affects the price
- Pool Depth: Lower liquidity = more impact
What is price impact?
Price impact is how much your trade moves the token price. Factors:
- Trade size vs pool size
- Pool liquidity depth
- Market volatility
Larger trades in smaller pools = higher impact.
How can I minimize price impact?
- Trade smaller amounts
- Split large trades into multiple smaller ones
- Choose tokens with deeper liquidity (higher TVL)
- Trade during high volume periods
Why did my trade fail with "slippage exceeded"?
Price moved more than your slippage tolerance during execution.
Solutions:
- Increase slippage to 5-10% in Settings
- Try smaller trade amount
- Wait for lower volatility
- Check pool liquidity is sufficient
Limit Orders
When should I use limit orders vs quick buy/sell?
Use Limit Orders when:
- You have specific price targets
- Can wait for better prices
- Want 24/7 automated trading
- Building/exiting positions gradually
Use Quick Buy/Sell when:
- Want immediate execution
- Current price is acceptable
- Trading actively
- Reacting to breaking news
Can I cancel a limit order?
Yes, anytime before it executes:
- Go to My Orders
- Find the order
- Tap Cancel
- Confirm cancellation
Cannot cancel orders that are already executing.
Why didn't my limit order execute?
Common reasons:
For Buy Orders:
- Price didn't drop to target
- Insufficient balance
- Order expired (30 days)
For Sell Orders:
- Price didn't rise to target
- You sold the tokens elsewhere
- Insufficient token balance
Check order status in "My Orders" for specific reason.
How long do limit orders last?
Duration: 30 days from creation
What happens at expiration:
- Order automatically cancelled
- No execution
- Funds remain available
You can recreate the order if still desired.
Fees and Costs
What fees do I pay when trading?
Fee breakdown:
- Sparkbot fee: 1% Integrator Fee
- Pool swap fee: Usually 0.3-1% (varies by pool)
Are there hidden fees?
No hidden fees. Total cost is:
- Integrator fee (Sparkbot)
- Pool swap fee (Pool hosts + LP fee)
That's it. Completely transparent.
Do I pay fees on failed trades?
No! If trade fails before execution:
- No pool fees charged
- No network fees charged
- Balance unchanged
Only successful trades incur fees.
Liquidity and Pools
What is liquidity?
Liquidity is the amount of tokens available for trading in pools. More liquidity means:
- ✅ Easier to buy/sell
- ✅ Less price impact
- ✅ Better prices
- ✅ More reliable execution
How much liquidity is enough?
Guidelines:
- Minimum: $5,000
- Comfortable: $10,000+
- Ideal: $50,000+
What if there's no liquidity pool?
Can't trade that token on Sparkbot. The token needs a BTC liquidity pool to be tradeable.
Risk and Safety
How do I avoid scam tokens?
Before buying, verify:
- ✅ Official project website
- ✅ Social media presence
- ✅ Liquidity > $10,000
- ✅ Holders > 50
- ✅ Active trading volume
Red flags:
- ⚠️ Very low liquidity
- ⚠️ Few holders
- ⚠️ No website/social
- ⚠️ Unrealistic promises
- ⚠️ Pressure to buy quickly
What's a rug pull?
Scam where developers drain liquidity, making tokens worthless. You can buy but can't sell.
Protection:
- Verify team is doxxed
- Start with small amounts
- If too good to be true, it probably is
Should I use high slippage?
When to use high slippage (10-15%):
- Very low liquidity tokens
- Acceptable price range is wide
- Emergency exits
Risks:
- Might pay much worse price
- Potential for sandwich attacks
- Less price protection
Recommendation: Use 2-5% for most trades, only increase if necessary.
Performance and Tracking
How do I calculate my profit/loss?
Formula:
Current Value - Initial Investment = P/LExample:
- Bought: 0.01 BTC
- Current value: 0.015 BTC
- P/L: 0.005 BTC (+50%)
Track entries in a spreadsheet or journal.
Related Topics
- Trading Features - Complete trading guide
- Limit Orders - Automated trading
