How do I view Profit and Loss (PnL) and switch PnL display?

Published on Jul 7, 2024Updated on Apr 28, 20263 min read47

What's the Profit and Loss (PnL) display?

The Profit and Loss (PnL) shows your trading performance, either as a value or a percentage. It helps you track the profitability of your trades and overall portfolio.

How do I view PnL?

Open the OKX App and tap Assets to view the Value/Spot PnL for each crypto you hold.

You can also view the spot trading candlestick chart by following the steps below.

  1. Tap Trade > Spot > Select the trading pair

  2. Tap the candlestick chart icon

  3. On the chart, you can view the crypto's PnL and volume

How do I view total account PnL?

1. Open the OKX App, tap Assets

2. Tap the PnL line chart on the right to expand it. Once expanded, you can view total PnL across different time periods — 1 day, 1 week, 1 month, 6 months, and 1 year. Up to 1 year of cumulative PnLs are available.

Tap the > icon next to PnL to view Spot PnL and Futures PnL separately.

Why would I want to switch between PnL value and percentage display?

Switching between PnL value and percentage allows you to view your performance in different ways:

  • Value: Shows the actual profit or loss in the currency you are trading.

  • Percentage: Shows the profit or loss as a percentage of your investment, providing a clearer picture of your return on investment (ROI).

How do I switch the PnL display from value to percentage or vice versa on the web?

To seamlessly switch the PnL display between value and percentage, follow these steps:

  1. Navigate to the trading chart and select Display from the trading menu

    Proceed to select Display on the trading page

  2. Select the Orders and positions

    Select Orders and positions under the Display section

  3. Locate the TP/SL display and switch between value and percentage

    Switch between value and percentage effortlessly

Note: this feature is only available on the Web.

Will switching the PnL display affect my trading or account data?

Switching the PnL display will not affect your trading or account data. It only changes how the information is presented to you, allowing for easier analysis of your performance.

For more help with PnL settings on our platform, visit here.