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# How do I make a profitable trade in Perps?

To make a profitable trade with perpetuals in crypto, follow these steps:

1. **Research:** Analyze market trends and price charts for potential movements.<br>
2. **Use Leverage Cautiously:** Start with low [leverage](/tradoor-user-guide-v2/how-to-trade-on-tradoor/trading-perps-101/how-do-i-make-my-first-trade-in-perps/3-select-the-leverage-you-would-like-to-trade-with.md) to minimize risk.<br>
3. **Set Entry and Exit Points:** Decide when to buy and sell based on your analysis.<br>
4. **Manage Risk:** Use [stop-loss orders](/tradoor-user-guide-v2/how-to-trade-on-tradoor/trading-perps-101/how-do-i-make-my-first-trade-in-perps/5-select-your-tp-sl.md) to limit losses and only risk a small portion of your capital.<br>
5. **Stay Informed:** Monitor news and events that could affect prices.<br>
6. **Be Flexible:** Adjust your strategy as market conditions change.