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Introduction to the Newly Added Neutral Direction for Futures Grid

Last updated: 03/11/2026

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1. What Is Neutral Direction?

Neutral direction is a strategy option within futures grid trading.Unlike long or short strategies that rely on a clear upward or downward trend, neutral direction is designed for markets where prices fluctuate within a range. Users can configure parameters such as price range, number of grids, and leverage, allowing the bot to automatically execute the grid strategy within the selected range.

2. What Market Conditions Is Neutral Direction Suitable For?

Neutral direction is generally suitable for the following market situations:

  • The market is moving within a sideways range.
  • Price fluctuations are relatively frequent.
  • The short-term trend is unclear.
  • Users prefer to capture opportunities from price swings rather than taking a one-sided view on an uptrend or downtrend.

If the market enters a strong unilateral trend (continuous upward or downward movement), the performance of the neutral direction strategy may be affected.

3. How to Use Neutral Direction?

You can create a neutral direction futures grid by following these steps:

1. Select neutral direction in futures grid

Go to the futures grid trading page, choose your preferred trading pair, and select neutral direction as the strategy direction.

2.Set strategy parameters

Based on your market analysis, configure the following parameters. After confirming the settings, submit to create the strategy. The system will automatically run the neutral direction futures grid based on the configured price range and grid parameters.

3.Monitor and manage your strategy

After the strategy is created, you can monitor its performance in current orders or the bot list.

Depending on market conditions, you may choose to:Continue running the strategy, Stop the strategy, Adjust parameters and create a new strategy.

4. What Should You Pay Attention to When Using Neutral Direction?

Before using neutral direction, users should consider the following factors:

  • Unilateral market risk: If the price continues to move strongly in one direction, floating losses may increase.
  • Leverage risk: Higher leverage amplifies both potential profits and risks.
  • Price range risk:
    A range that is too narrow may cause the strategy to fail quickly.
    A range that is too wide may reduce capital efficiency.
  • Impact on actual returns: Final returns depend not only on grid price differences but also on trading fees, funding rates, and position PnL.

5. Risk Warning

Futures grid is an automated trading tool. The neutral direction strategy is designed for range-bound market conditions but does not guarantee profits.
During extreme volatility, strong unilateral breakouts, or high-leverage scenarios, users may still face the risk of losses. Please ensure that you fully understand the product rules and risks before using the strategy.

During extreme volatility, strong unilateral breakouts, or high-leverage scenarios, users may still face the risk of losses. Please ensure that you fully understand the product rules and risks before using the strategy.


Create a Neutral Futures Grid Bot!