> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.contango.xyz/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.contango.xyz/basics/key-features/multiple-positions-on-the-same-pair-and-direction.md).

# Multiple positions on the same pair and direction

By default, if you open a new position on the same instrument of an existing position, Contango will add it to your existing position. 

However, if you check the *force open* option at the bottom of the 'review ticket', you can open a new separate position on the same pair and direction as the existing one. For instance, you can have two ETH/DAI longs opened at the same time. Each position is independent from the other. Also, opening a short on ETH/DAI with this option enabled won't offset existing long positions.

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