option_amend_algo_order

Amend a pending OPTION algo order (modify TP/SL prices or size). Also covers TP/SL orders attached when placing the main order - look up algoId via option_get_algo_orders first.

Server Okx Trade @okx_ai/okx-trade-mcp
Category Write
Risk class Medium
Parameters 72 required

What option_amend_algo_order does on Okx Trade

AI agents use option_amend_algo_order to create or update resources in Okx Trade — usually the action step of a workflow, after the agent has gathered context. Every call changes real data in your Okx Trade environment.

ParameterTypeRequiredDescription
newSz string New contracts count
algoId string Yes Algo order ID
instId string Yes e.g. BTC-USD-241227-50000-C
newSlOrdPx string New SL order price; -1=market
newTpOrdPx string New TP order price; -1=market
newSlTriggerPx string New SL trigger price
newTpTriggerPx string New TP trigger price

Parameters from the server's own tool schema.

Why option_amend_algo_order needs a policy

This tool modifies an existing options algo order by changing take-profit/stop-loss prices or size. It's a reversible modification (the order can be amended again or cancelled), placing it in Write. However, misuse could result in significant financial exposure by altering risk management parameters on live options positions, warranting high severity.

From the tool's definition Amend a pending OPTION algo order (modify TP/SL prices or size)

Questions about option_amend_algo_order

What does the option_amend_algo_order tool do? +

Amend a pending OPTION algo order (modify TP/SL prices or size). Also covers TP/SL orders attached when placing the main order - look up algoId via option_get_algo_orders first. It is categorised as a Write tool in the Okx Trade MCP Server, which means it can create or modify data. Consider rate limits to prevent runaway writes.

What parameters does option_amend_algo_order accept? +

option_amend_algo_order accepts 7 parameters: newSz, algoId, instId, newSlOrdPx, newTpOrdPx, newSlTriggerPx, newTpTriggerPx. Required: algoId, instId. The full parameter table on this page comes from the server's own tool schema.

How do I enforce a policy on option_amend_algo_order? +

Register the Okx Trade MCP server in PolicyLayer and add a rule for option_amend_algo_order: allow, deny, rate-limit, or require approval. Point your MCP client at the PolicyLayer proxy URL and the rule is enforced on every call, before it reaches Okx Trade. Nothing to install.

What risk level is option_amend_algo_order? +

option_amend_algo_order is a Write tool with medium risk. Write tools should be rate-limited to prevent accidental bulk modifications.

Can I rate-limit option_amend_algo_order? +

Yes. Add a rate_limit block to the option_amend_algo_order rule in your PolicyLayer policy. For example, setting max: 10 and window: 60 limits the tool to 10 calls per minute. Rate limits are tracked per agent session and reset automatically.

How do I block option_amend_algo_order completely? +

Set action: deny in the PolicyLayer policy for option_amend_algo_order. The AI agent will receive a policy violation error and cannot call the tool. You can also include a reason field to explain why the tool is blocked.

What MCP server provides option_amend_algo_order? +

option_amend_algo_order is provided by the Okx Trade MCP server (@okx_ai/okx-trade-mcp). PolicyLayer sits as a proxy in front of this server to enforce policies before tool calls reach the server.

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