OKX, a globally renowned cryptocurrency exchange, continues to enhance its security in 2025, providing users with an efficient and secure trading environment. Many new investors using the OKX app may wonder how to add widgets for real-time market monitoring. This guide details the step-by-step process for adding OKX widgets on mobile devices.
Android Devices
OKX offers versatile market-monitoring widgets for Android users, including:
- Home Screen Widgets: Track price movements of selected trading pairs directly on your home screen.
- Floating Widgets: Monitor prices or floating position P&L even while using other apps.
Note: Settings and features vary by device brand and Android version. The following demo outlines general steps—adjust based on your device.
Adding Home Screen Widgets
- Long-press the home screen and select "Widgets" at the bottom.
- Scroll to find OKX, then choose your preferred widget type.
- Tap the settings icon to edit watchlists and add preferred coins.
Adding Floating Widgets
Position Floating Window
- Open the OKX App 👉 Download OKX App, navigate to any trading pair’s chart, select Preferences under Trade Settings, then enable Position Floating Window.
- Authorize display-over-apps permissions (e.g., "Display over other apps" on Huawei devices).
If skipped, enable via: Settings > Apps > Special Access > Display over apps > Ensure OKX is allowed. - Adjust display settings and drag the widget to your desired screen area.
Real-Time Monitoring
- From a trading pair’s chart, tap the Settings icon > More > Real-Time Monitoring.
- Toggle Floating Window and authorize permissions (as above).
- Customize the widget’s position and transparency.
Recommended Device Settings
For optimal performance:
- Disable battery saver: Settings > Battery
- Enable background activity: Settings > App Auto-Start
- Lock the OKX App: Swipe to Recent Apps > Pin OKX.
iOS Devices
OKX provides iOS widgets for:
- Home Screen: Track top coins (BTC/ETH), watchlists, positions, or custom pairs.
- Lock Screen: Monitor spot/contract pairs (iOS 16+ required).
Note:
- Widgets may update with delays due to iOS restrictions.
- Real-Time Monitoring widgets will be removed in v6.39.0 per Apple’s policy.
Adding Home Screen Widgets
- Long-press the home screen, tap + > Search OKX > Select a widget (e.g., Top Coins).
- Tap Add Widget > Done.
Customize coins: Long-press the widget > Edit Widget > Select Coins.
Adding Lock Screen Widgets
- Long-press the lock screen > Customize > Lock Screen.
- Tap widget slots > Choose OKX > Select Spot Watchlist or similar.
- Tap the widget > Select Coins to customize.
FAQs
Q1: Why can’t I see real-time data on iOS widgets?
A: iOS widgets refresh intermittently; reopen the app for live updates.
Q2: How to fix delayed Android widget updates?
A: Disable battery optimization for OKX in Settings > Apps > Battery.
Q3: Can I customize widget sizes?
A: Yes! Android supports resizing; iOS widgets have fixed dimensions.
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Disclaimer: This content is for educational purposes only. Cryptocurrency trading involves risks.