In traditional transactions, we will pay the money on the one hand and deliver the goods on the other. This is the so-called spot transaction. Futures is a trading contract signed now, but it deals with the future. In traditional transactions, we will pay the money on the one hand and deliver the goods on the other. This is the so-called spot transaction. Futures is a trading contract signed now, but it deals with the future. If you want to participate in the futures market, you must open a futures account first. Futures account is simple and not demanding. Basically, as long as you are 18 years old and have a valid ID card and bank card, you can proceed to the next step. Choose a regular futures company and open an account through the sales department. Investors can also choose a futures company and open an account directly on their mobile phones. Opening a futures account is as simple as opening a stock account. Remember, ordinary people must open accounts in person, not on their behalf. Futures trading has some very distinctive features. Futures is a margin system, usually the contract value (5%- 15%), that is to say, a small amount of money can be invested to buy a primary futures contract. Futures can be traded in both directions. You can buy more when the price goes up or sell short when the price goes down. Provide more trading opportunities for investors. Futures trading is more flexible, T+0 trading can be bought and sold at any time. Both intraday operation and medium-long line operation are acceptable.