Mode 2: Standard
What It Does
Standard mode is the recommended baseline for most traders. It uses 3 tiers of orders with inventory-skewed spreads. Each tier has its own requote sensitivity, allowing the bot to be responsive near the price while maintaining wider orders further out.
How It Works
- Orders are split into 3 tiers: inner (~33%), middle (~33%), outer (~33%)
- Inner tier requotes on small moves (2+ bps) for tight spread capture
- Middle tier requotes on moderate moves (5+ bps) for depth
- Outer tier requotes on larger moves (10+ bps) for range capture
- Inventory skew pushes prices to reduce directional exposure
When to Use
- General purpose — Works well in most market conditions
- Moderate volatility — Standard crypto market activity
- Multi-market deployment — Reliable across different pairs
Key Settings
| Setting | Description | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Inner spread | Tightest orders near mid | 3-6 bps |
| Level spacing | Gap between each order level | 1-3 bps |
| Order size | USD notional per order | $100-$500 |
| Number of levels | Total orders per side | 4-8 |
Potential Drawbacks
- No directional awareness — still symmetric in trending markets
- May accumulate inventory during strong moves
- Requires good spread calibration per market
Tips
- Start here if you're new to the platform — most forgiving mode
- Monitor inventory levels; if position grows too large, consider switching to Mode 3
- Works well on BTCUSD and ETHUSD where there's consistent two-sided flow