Welcome to 3Commas! This guide will help you navigate the Dashboard and key features of the User Interface. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced trader, understanding the Dashboard is crucial to managing your trading activities and linked exchange accounts effectively.
What is the Dashboard?
The Dashboard is your primary interface upon logging in to 3Commas. It offers an overview of your:
Trading activity
Linked exchange accounts
Portfolio statistics
Quick access to other features of the software.
The appearance of the Dashboard changes based on your account setup:
Demo Account Activated:
Simulates trading activity using Binance Spot exchange pricing.
Real Account Activated (No Exchange Connected):
Displays a prompt to connect your exchange.
Real Account Activated (Exchange Connected):
Shows live trading and portfolio data.
Beginner Guide
For new users, the Beginner Guide tab provides:
Educational videos
Links to articles
Tutorials to help you start trading confidently.
User Menu Options
Click the user icon in the top-right corner to access a drop-down menu with the following options:
a*. View trading limits - appears only for screens with a width of less than 1280 pixels.
a. Switch Themes: Toggle between Light and Dark mode.
b. Subscription Page: Manage or upgrade your subscription.
c. Promo Codes: Redeem promotional offers.
d. Invite Friends: Access the referral program.
e. My Portfolios: View and manage your portfolios.
f. Trader’s Diary: Review your trading history.
g. Settings: Customize your account settings.
h. 3Commas API: Developers can manage API integration.
i. Log Out: Safely exit your account.
Side Menu Behavior
The side menu adapts to screen width:
Screens under 1280px wide: The side menu is hidden by default but can be accessed by hovering over the left side or clicking the Hide button.
Screens over 1280px wide: You can manually hide or show the side menu by clicking the Hide button.
Balance and Account Management
Click the balance field at the top of the page to access:
a. BTC/USD and ETH/USD Rates: View real-time updates for BTC and ETH prices.
b. Overall Account Balance: See the combined balance for Real or Demo accounts, including profit/loss percentages.
c. Account Toggle: Switch seamlessly between Real and Demo accounts. The Demo account uses the Binance Spot simulator.
d. Show Equivalent in BTC: Toggle to display the approximate value of your balance in BTC.
e. Hide Balance: Enable this setting to keep your account balance private.
f. Hide BTC & ETH Rates: Choose to hide BTC and ETH rates from the Dashboard.
g. View Analytics: Opens the My Portfolio page with detailed analytics and performance insights for your account.
Connecting an Exchange
From the Dashboard, you can connect an exchange:
A curated list of popular exchanges (based on your location) helps you find your exchange quickly.
Click Show More to view the full list of supported exchanges.
Creating Bots
Easily create trading bots directly from the Dashboard:
DCA Bots: Automate Dollar-Cost Averaging strategies.
Grid Bots: Optimize trading in volatile markets.
Signal Bots: Use marketplace signals for trading.
You can also explore DCA bot presets created by other users to get started quickly.
Statistics and Analytics
The Dashboard provides a comprehensive view of your trading performance:
Overall Balance Changes: Tracks fluctuations in your portfolio.
List of Assets: Displays assets across all connected exchanges.
SmartTrade Creation: Streamline trading strategies.
Futures Contracts
If connected exchanges support Futures trading:
Open positions are displayed in the Futures Contracts section.
Click the Down Arrow to view positions for each exchange.
Important Notes
Demo Accounts: Use Binance Spot pricing to simulate trades with results nearly identical to real accounts.
Excluded Exchanges: Assets from excluded exchanges will not appear in the Dashboard’s balance or token sections.
With this guide, you’re ready to explore and maximize the 3Commas Dashboard for your trading needs. Dive in and enjoy seamless trading! 🎉