> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://copink.gitbook.io/otomate/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://copink.gitbook.io/otomate/how-to-use-otomate.md).

# How to use Otomate?

Otomate is powered by Ink.

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If your funds are not on Ink yet, you need to bridge first.\
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Getting started

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Otomate lets you automate execution on on-chain perpetual markets.

You don’t trade manually — you set once, execution runs in the background.

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#### Step 1 — Connect your wallet

* Connect your wallet to Otomate
* Otomate is non-custodial
* All actions require explicit wallet signatures

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Your funds remain in your Nado sub-account at all times.<br>

#### &#x20; Step 2 — Choose how you want to participate

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Otomate offers multiple automation modes depending on your objective, click on one of the three choice.&#x20;

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**1. Follow traders (Copy Trading)**

* Select a top on-chain trader
* Otomate replicates their exposure automatically
* Execution happens on your own Nado sub-account
* You can past direclty an trader's adresse to follow him

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Best for users seeking directional exposure without trading manually.\ <br>

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**2. Automated activity strategies (Market Making / Volume)**

* Non-directional execution strategies
* Designed to generate sustained on-chain activity
* No market timing required

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These strategies are not designed to maximize PnL,

but to automate activity and optimize participation and volume.

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**3. Delta Neutral strategies (Vaults)**

* Market-neutral positioning
* Funding + activity generation
* Exposure designed to limit directional risk

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Best for users looking for automation + stability + incentives.\ <br>

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#### Step 3 — Allocate capital

* Choose how much capital to allocate
* Capital is deposited into a dedicated Nado sub-account
* You remain in full control

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You can stop or adjust your automation at any time.

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Otomate requires a small number of on-chain signatures to authorize execution.

These signatures do NOT give Otomate custody of your funds.
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They only authorize smart contract interactions on Ink.<br>

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&#x20;A second signature is required to authorize automated execution.

This allows Otomate to execute trades on your behalf
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based on the selected trader exposure.<br>

<p align="center"><img src="/files/p62dYDyLjJx8X4SMCP6w" alt="" data-size="original"><br><br><br>Once both signatures are completed, wait for the authorization process to finish.</p>

Do not close the page during this step.<br>

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When authorization is complete, Otomate is ready to operate.\ <br>

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#### Step 4 — Let automation run

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Once activated:

* Execution runs automatically
* Orders are placed on Nado
* Activity is settled on Ink

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No manual trading required.