> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.polynomial.fi/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.polynomial.fi/readme.md).

# Polynomial

Welcome to Polynomial - the next-generation decentralized trading platform built on Polynomial Chain.

## What is Polynomial?

Polynomial Trade is a gasless, hybrid orderbook exchange for perpetual contracts with native cross-margin capabilities.

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**Key Benefits:**

* **Gasless Trading** - No gas fees on Polynomial Chain
* **Hybrid Orderbook** - Combines CLOB and AMM for optimal execution
* **Cross-Margin** - Use shared collateral across all positions
* **Ultra-Fast** - 200ms latency with Pyth Lazer integration

## Quick Start

### Getting Started

1. [**Wallet Setup Guide**](/how-to-guides/wallet-setup.md) - Connect and configure your wallet
2. [**Complete Trading Guide**](/how-to-guides/trading.md) - Learn to trade step-by-step
3. [**Complete Staking Guide**](/how-to-guides/staking.md) - Learn to stake and earn rewards

## Documentation Structure

Our documentation follows the Diátaxis Framework for optimal user experience:

### 🛠️ [How-to Guides](https://github.com/Polynomial-Protocol/gitbook/blob/master/how-to/README.md) - Solve problems

**Purpose**: Task-oriented guides for specific problems

* [**Wallet Setup Guide**](/how-to-guides/wallet-setup.md) - Connect and configure your wallet
* [**Complete Trading Guide**](/how-to-guides/trading.md) - All trading operations in one place
* [**Complete Staking Guide**](/how-to-guides/staking.md) - All staking operations in one place
* [**Chain Operations Guide**](/how-to-guides/chain.md) - Bridge assets, configure RPC
* [**Advanced Features Guide**](/how-to-guides/advanced.md) - Keepers, arbitrage, API integration

### 📖 [Reference](https://github.com/Polynomial-Protocol/gitbook/blob/master/reference/README.md) - Technical details

**Purpose**: Factual information for quick lookup

* [**Trading API**](/reference/trading-api.md) - API documentation and endpoints
* [**Contract Addresses**](/reference/contract-addresses.md) - Smart contract addresses
* [**Trading Fees**](/reference/trading-fees.md) - Fee structure and calculations
* [**Audit Reports**](/reference/audit-reports.md) - Security audit documentation
* [**Network Configuration**](/reference/network-config.md) - Network settings and RPC

### 💡 [Explanations](https://github.com/Polynomial-Protocol/gitbook/blob/master/explanation/README.md) - Understand concepts

**Purpose**: Deep understanding of how things work

* [**Polynomial Chain**](/explanations/polynomial-chain.md) - Understanding the blockchain
* [**Cross-Margin Trading**](/explanations/cross-margin.md) - Margin management concepts
* [**Liquidity Layer**](/explanations/liquidity-layer.md) - How liquidity works
* [**Hybrid Orderbook**](/explanations/hybrid-orderbook.md) - Trading mechanism explained
* [**Debt Mechanism**](/explanations/debt-mechanism.md) - Risk management system

### 🆘 [Support](https://github.com/Polynomial-Protocol/gitbook/blob/master/support/README.md) - Get help

**Purpose**: Problem-solving and community resources

* [**FAQ**](/support/faq.md) - Common questions and answers
* [**Troubleshooting**](/support/troubleshooting.md) - Fix common issues
* [**Community**](/support/community.md) - Join our community
* [**Contact Support**](/support/contact.md) - Get direct help

## Popular Topics

* [Understanding Cross-Margin](/explanations/cross-margin.md)
* [Staking Points System](/explanations/staking-points.md)
* [Hybrid Orderbook System](/explanations/hybrid-orderbook.md)
* [Missions System](/explanations/missions-system.md)
* [Debt Mechanism](/explanations/debt-mechanism.md)
* [TradingView Webhooks](/explanations/tradingview-webhooks.md)
* [Audit Reports](/reference/audit-reports.md)

## Need Help?

* Check our [FAQ](/support/faq.md) for quick answers
* Join our [Community](/support/community.md) for discussions
* [Contact Support](/support/contact.md) for direct help