> ## Documentation Index
> Fetch the complete documentation index at: https://docs.ultramarkets.xyz/llms.txt
> Use this file to discover all available pages before exploring further.

# Getting Started

> Start trading on Ultramarkets in minutes. Connect, deposit, and open your first position.

## 1. Sign Up

Connect your wallet or create an account.

## 2. Deposit USDC

Deposit USDC to your Ultramarkets account. This becomes your available margin for trading.

## 3. Explore Markets

Browse available markets. Each market shows:

<CardGroup cols={2}>
  <Card title="Current Probability" icon="percent">
    The current market price
  </Card>

  <Card title="Close Date" icon="calendar">
    When positions will auto-close
  </Card>

  <Card title="Max Leverage" icon="arrow-up">
    Maximum leverage available
  </Card>

  <Card title="Volume & Change" icon="chart-bar">
    24h volume and price change
  </Card>
</CardGroup>

## 4. Open Your First Position

<Steps>
  <Step title="Select a Market">
    Choose from available prediction markets
  </Step>

  <Step title="Choose Direction">
    Pick Long or Short
  </Step>

  <Step title="Enter Margin">
    Set your margin amount (min \$10 USDC)
  </Step>

  <Step title="Select Leverage">
    Start low if you're new
  </Step>

  <Step title="Review Preview">
    Check entry price, liquidation price, and fees
  </Step>

  <Step title="Confirm">
    Execute your trade
  </Step>
</Steps>

<Info>
  Start with lower leverage (2x-5x) while you learn the platform. You can always increase later.
</Info>

## 5. Monitor Your Position

Your dashboard shows:

| Metric            | Description                                         |
| :---------------- | :-------------------------------------------------- |
| **Current price** | Where the market is trading now                     |
| **Entry price**   | Where you entered                                   |
| **P\&L**          | Current profit or loss (unrealized until you close) |
| **Health**        | Your buffer before liquidation (watch this)         |
| **Close date**    | When the position will auto-close                   |

## 6. Close When Ready

Hit "Close Position" to exit. You'll see:

* Final P\&L
* Profit share (if profitable)
* Amount returned to your account

<Note>
  There's no penalty for closing early. Exit whenever you're ready to take profits or cut losses.
</Note>