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# Contract Mode Trade

## **Open Position：**

1. Go to the trading page and select either **USDT Trading** or **Points Trading** to begin.

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2. Click the **left button** at the bottom to select the **position direction** (long or short).
3. Use the **right button** to choose the **position value**.
4. Click **Place Order** to open a position.
5. View your **position details** to monitor your trade status.

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## **Close Position**

Method 1: Users can manually close a position by clicking the **Close** button before the countdown ends.&#x20;

Method 2: Once the countdown reaches zero, all positions will be automatically closed.