Slippage Reduction

Definition ∞ Slippage reduction refers to strategies and mechanisms designed to minimize the difference between the expected price of a trade and the actual price at which the trade executes. This discrepancy, known as slippage, often occurs in volatile markets or with large orders that significantly affect available liquidity. Effective slippage reduction aims to ensure that users receive a price as close as possible to their quoted rate. Techniques include smart order routing, liquidity aggregation, and setting price tolerance limits.
Context ∞ The current state of slippage reduction in decentralized exchanges is a continuous area of innovation, particularly with the rise of automated market makers (AMMs). A key discussion involves the optimal balance between user-defined slippage tolerance and the protocol’s ability to find the best execution paths. Future developments are expected to focus on more advanced order types, improved liquidity provision models, and sophisticated algorithms that predict and mitigate price impact.