Keyboard Shortcuts are now available on the Binance Desktop App. Keyboard Shortcuts enable you to navigate between components or perform tasks without using a pointing device. They are designed to make your trading experience even more convenient as you can customize the list of key combinations to be used for trade executions.
How to enable Keyboard Shortcuts?
Keyboard Shortcuts is only available on the Binance Desktop App.
Download the latest version of the Binance Desktop App to get started.
1. Log in to your Binance account and go to the Futures trading interface. Click on the
[Settings] icon.
2. Next, click [Shortcut].
3. A Pop-up window will appear. You can customize the key combinations to be used for certain commands, such as “One-click buy input”, “Cancel All”, “Increase order quantity”, etc.
To change a shortcut, click the key combinations and type in the new key. Shortcuts can be assigned to function keys, such as (F1~F12) or (Ctrl, Alt, ‘Shift + letters’ or numbers).
Please note that if the checkbox is grayed out, it indicates that the shortcut keys cannot be changed.
Please note:
- A checkbox is displayed in front of each keyboard shortcut. When the checkbox is checked, the shortcut key is enabled.
- If the shortcut key entered is invalid, no changes will occur. You need to re-enter a valid key.
Detailed description for selected Keyboard Shortcuts (on Default Settings)
1. One-click buy input and One-click sell input
One-click buy/sell input is a hotkey function that helps you enter the parameters of your order with just a click on a button. By default, the one-click buy input shortcut is assigned to [F1] while the one-click sell input is assigned to [F2]. This function will only set the parameters of your order and will not execute them on the market.
For both shortcuts, there are two conditions that users must determine beforehand.
- Price: You can select the desired price levels on which to execute your orders. These are categorized into ‘Sell’ and ‘Buy’ levels. Each Sell/Buy level represents the layers of market depth in the order book. For instance, the ‘Sell 1’ level is the nearest ask price on the order book, while the ‘Sell 10’ is the furthest ask price. Similarly, the ‘Buy 1’ level is the nearest bid price on the order book, while the ‘Buy 10’ level is the furthest. For example, if the nearest ask price is $40,000, by selecting ‘Sell 1’, you are setting your order entry price to $40,000, matching that of the current ask price on ‘Sell 1’. Meanwhile, if the nearest bid price is $39,999, by selecting ‘Buy 1’, the order entry price will be set to $39,999.
- Amount: You can select the desired order quantity of each trade, which is categorized by ‘Fixed amount’ and ‘Percent’. The ‘Percent’ option will be based on the available balance in your Futures Wallet. Suppose you have 10,000 USDT in your Futures Wallet, selecting a 10 percent amount means that 1,000 USDT will be allocated to the trade.
2. Buy/Sell Futures order
Once you’ve set the parameters of your order (i.e price and quantity), you may use the Buy/Sell Futures order command to execute the trade. This function triggers the command for orders to be placed in the market. By default, the buy order function is set to [Command + B] while the sell order function is set to [Command + S]. After triggering the command, a confirmation pop-up will appear as shown below.
Press [Enter] to confirm the order, after which the order will be placed in the order book. To cancel the order, press [Esc].
Trade confirmations: You can set a trade confirmation before orders are sent to the order book. If trade confirmations are not enabled, orders will be directed to the order book immediately after being placed via the [Command + B] and [Command + S] hotkeys.
3. Cancel Last Order and Cancel All
By default, the [Command + Z] key is assigned to the ‘Cancel Last Order’ function. When enabled, the last-placed order will be canceled immediately. For the ‘Cancel All’ function, the shortcut will cancel all open orders. Before canceling all orders, a confirmation message will be displayed.
Press [Enter] to proceed with the cancellation. Otherwise, press [Esc] to cancel.
4. Close All Positions
The Close-All Positions function allows traders to efficiently exit all positions simultaneously in the event of extreme market conditions. By default, the Close All Positions function is assigned to the [Control + ↑ + C] hotkey. Once initiated, a confirmation message will be displayed.
Press [Enter] to proceed with the cancellation. Otherwise, press [Esc] to cancel.
Shortcut Descriptions:
System Shortcuts | Description |
| Command + R | Refresh |
| Command + W | Close Tab |
| Control + Tab | Next Tab |
| Control + ↑ + Tab | Previous Tab |
Candlestick Shortcuts | Description |
| ↑ | Zoom in |
| → | Move right |
| ↓ | Zoom out |
| ← | Move left |
Command | Description | Shortcut |
| One-click buy input | Input buy-order entry parameters (quantity and price) instantly. | F1 |
| One-click sell input | Input sell-order entry parameters (quantity and price) instantly. | F2 |
| Cancel Last Order | Cancel the last-placed order | Command +Z |
| Cancel All | Cancel all open orders | Option + Command + Z |
| Switch Spot buy & sell | Switch between Buy and Sell tab in the spot trading interface | Option+ Command + S |
| Buy Spot/Long Futures order | Execute Buy order | Command +B |
| Sell Spot/Short Futures order | Execute Sell order | Command +S |
| Increase order price | Increase the order price by ‘Fixed amount’ or ‘Percent’ | Command +↑ |
| Reduce order price | Reduce the order price by ‘Fixed amount’ or ‘Percent’ | Command +↓ |
| Increase order quantity | Increase the order quantity by ‘Fixed amount’ or ‘Percent’ | Command + → |
| Reduce order quantity | Reduce the order quantity by ‘Fixed amount’ or ‘Percent’ | Command + ← |
| Coin Info | Cryptocurrency analysis and reports | F10 |
| Search Symbol | Toggles a dropdown menu to search for contracts | F9 |
| Switch k-line period | Adjust price chart | F6 |
| Open Futures hedge mode order | Open tab in the hedge mode futures trading interface | Command + O |
| Close Futures hedge mode order | Close tab in the hedge mode futures trading interface | Command + E |
| Close all positions (Futures only) | Close all open positions via market orders | Control + ↑ + C |
As an enthusiast and expert in trading platforms and user interface optimization, I can confidently discuss the introduction of Keyboard Shortcuts in the Binance Desktop App. This feature is a significant enhancement aimed at improving the efficiency and convenience of users engaged in futures trading. I have a deep understanding of the concepts involved in keyboard shortcuts and their application in the context of financial trading platforms.
Enabling Keyboard Shortcuts: To enable Keyboard Shortcuts on the Binance Desktop App, users need to follow a straightforward process. It's important to note that this feature is exclusive to the desktop version of the Binance App.
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Download Latest Version: Users should start by downloading the latest version of the Binance Desktop App to access the Keyboard Shortcuts feature.
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Accessing Settings: Once logged in to the Binance account, navigate to the Futures trading interface and click on the [Settings] icon.
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Shortcut Configuration: Click on [Shortcut], and a pop-up window will appear, allowing users to customize key combinations for various commands. These commands include "One-click buy input," "Cancel All," "Increase order quantity," and more.
- Shortcuts can be assigned to function keys (F1~F12) or combinations involving Ctrl, Alt, and Shift along with letters or numbers.
- If the checkbox is grayed out, it indicates that certain shortcut keys cannot be changed.
Detailed Descriptions of Selected Keyboard Shortcuts (on Default Settings):
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One-click Buy/Sell Input:
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One-click buy input: Assigned to [F1]
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One-click sell input: Assigned to [F2]
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These shortcuts help users enter order parameters with a single click without executing them immediately.
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Users need to determine the price and amount conditions before using these shortcuts:
- Price: Select desired price levels categorized into 'Sell' and 'Buy' levels.
- Amount: Choose order quantity categorized by 'Fixed amount' or 'Percent.'
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Buy/Sell Futures Order:
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Buy Order: [Command + B]
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Sell Order: [Command + S]
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After setting order parameters, these shortcuts execute the trade. Confirmation pop-ups appear, and orders can be confirmed with [Enter] or canceled with [Esc].
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Trade Confirmations: Users can set trade confirmations before orders are sent to the order book.
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Cancel Last Order and Cancel All:
- Cancel Last Order: [Command + Z]
- Cancel All: [Option + Command + Z]
- Confirmation messages appear before canceling orders.
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Close All Positions:
- Close All Positions: [Control + ↑ + C]
- This function allows traders to exit all positions simultaneously. Confirmation messages appear before execution.
Additional Shortcuts:
- System Shortcuts: [Command + R] to refresh, [Command + W] to close tab, etc.
- Candlestick Shortcuts: Zoom in/out, move left/right.
- Spot Trading Shortcuts: Switch between Buy and Sell tab, execute Spot/Long Futures orders, adjust order prices and quantities.
This comprehensive set of keyboard shortcuts enhances the overall user experience on the Binance Desktop App, providing traders with efficient tools for navigating the platform and executing trades seamlessly.
