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Maker Bot Settings: Fixed vs Range Amounts Explained

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Introduction

You're setting up your maker bot and hit the configuration screen:

Trade Amount: Fixed ○ or Range ○

Which do you choose? Does it actually matter?

Yes—this single setting affects how natural your trading activity looks on charts, your cost per maker, and potentially your DexScreener ranking.

In this guide, I'll explain the difference between fixed and range modes, when to use each, and the optimal settings for different strategies.

What is Fixed Amount Mode?

Fixed mode uses the exact same SOL amount for every maker transaction.

How It Works 

Setting: Fixed 0.005 SOL

Maker 1: Buys 0.005 SOL → Sells 0.005 SOL worth
Maker 2: Buys 0.005 SOL → Sells 0.005 SOL worth
Maker 3: Buys 0.005 SOL → Sells 0.005 SOL worth
...
Maker 500: Buys 0.005 SOL → Sells 0.005 SOL worth
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Every transaction is identical in size.

Pros of Fixed Mode

  • Predictable costs - Know exactly how much each maker costs
  • Simpler budgeting - Total spend = makers × fixed amount + fees
  • Consistent chart impact - Each trade has same visual weight

Cons of Fixed Mode

  • Looks artificial - Real traders don't all trade identical amounts
  • Pattern detection - Repeated same-size trades are easy to spot
  • Less natural charts - Creates uniform candle patterns

What is Range Amount Mode?

Range mode randomizes trade amounts within your specified minimum and maximum.

How It Works 

Setting: Range 0.001 - 0.01 SOL

Maker 1: Buys 0.0034 SOL → Sells
Maker 2: Buys 0.0078 SOL → Sells
Maker 3: Buys 0.0012 SOL → Sells
Maker 4: Buys 0.0091 SOL → Sells
...
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Every transaction has a different, randomized size within your bounds.

Pros of Range Mode

  • Natural appearance - Mimics real trading behavior
  • Varied chart patterns - Different candle sizes look organic
  • Harder to detect - No repeating patterns to flag
  • Better for long campaigns - Sustainable without looking automated

Cons of Range Mode

  • Variable costs - Harder to predict exact spend
  • Wider range = more variance - Costs can skew high or low
  • Requires more initial funding - Need buffer for max amounts

Side-by-Side Comparison

Aspect Fixed Mode Range Mode
Trade sizes All identical Randomized
Chart appearance Uniform, artificial Varied, natural
Cost predictability Exact Approximate
Detection risk Higher Lower
Setup complexity Simple Slightly more
Best for Short bursts, testing Long campaigns, organic look

When to Use Fixed Mode

Scenario 1: Quick Test Run

Running 50-100 makers to test your setup? Fixed mode is fine—not enough volume for patterns to matter.

Scenario 2: Exact Budget Control

Have exactly 5 SOL and need to know exactly how many makers you'll get? Fixed mode gives precision.

Budget: 5 SOL
Fixed amount: 0.005 SOL
Platform fee: 0.0005 SOL
PDA cost: ~0.01 SOL

Per maker: ~0.0155 SOL
Total makers: ~322
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Scenario 3: High-Speed Short Burst

Running 500 makers in 1 minute? The burst is so fast that pattern detection is less relevant.

When to Use Range Mode

Scenario 1: Extended Campaigns (Recommended)

Running makers over 30+ minutes? Range mode prevents detectable patterns from forming.

Scenario 2: Organic Appearance Priority

Want charts that look natural to traders reviewing your token? Range creates varied candle sizes.

Scenario 3: DexScreener Credibility

Platforms may develop detection for uniform trading. Range mode future-proofs your activity.

Scenario 4: Combining with Organic Activity

If real traders are also buying, range-mode bot activity blends in better.

Optimal Range Settings

Conservative Range (Safest) 

Min: 0.001 SOL
Max: 0.003 SOL
Variance: 3x (low)
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Small trades, minimal chart impact, very budget-friendly.
Best for: High-volume maker campaigns, budget-conscious runs.

Moderate Range (Recommended) 

Min: 0.001 SOL
Max: 0.01 SOL
Variance: 10x (moderate)
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Good variety, visible on charts, balanced cost.
Best for: Most campaigns, balanced organic appearance.

Aggressive Range (High Visibility) 

Min: 0.005 SOL
Max: 0.05 SOL
Variance: 10x (moderate)
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Larger trades, noticeable chart activity, higher cost.
Best for: Creating visible volume alongside makers, premium campaigns.

How Range Affects Your Budget

Expected Value Calculation

With a range, your average cost is approximately the midpoint:

Range: 0.001 - 0.01 SOL
Average trade: (0.001 + 0.01) / 2 = 0.0055 SOL

500 makers:
- Trade value: 500 × 0.0055 = 2.75 SOL (average)
- Platform fee: 500 × 0.0005 = 0.25 SOL
- PDA costs: 500 × 0.01 = 5 SOL
- Total: ~8 SOL (approximate)
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Buffer Recommendation

Always fund 10-20% more than calculated average to handle variance:

Calculated need: 8 SOL
Recommended funding: 9-10 SOL
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Chart Impact: Fixed vs Range

Fixed Mode Charts 

│    ║    ║    ║    ║    ║
│    ║    ║    ║    ║    ║
│    ║    ║    ║    ║    ║
└────────────────────────────
     Identical candles = Obvious bot
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Range Mode Charts 

│    ║         ║
│    ║    ║    ║    ║
│    ║    ║    ║    ║    ║
│         ║         ║    ║
└────────────────────────────
     Varied candles = Natural appearance
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Experienced traders scan charts for repeating patterns. Range mode avoids this red flag.

Combining with Timing Randomization

Jumpbit's maker bot also randomizes timing between transactions (jitter). Combined with range amounts:

Double Randomization 

Transaction 1: 0.0034 SOL at T+0.0s
Transaction 2: 0.0078 SOL at T+0.3s
Transaction 3: 0.0012 SOL at T+0.7s
Transaction 4: 0.0091 SOL at T+0.9s
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Both AMOUNT and TIMING vary = maximum organic appearance.

Why This Matters

Bots with fixed amounts AND fixed intervals create obvious patterns:

  • Same trade size
  • Exact same gap between trades
  • Repeats hundreds of times

Randomizing both breaks any detectable pattern.

Settings Cheat Sheet

Goal Mode Range Rate
Quick test Fixed 0.005 SOL Any
Budget run Fixed 0.001 SOL 100/min
Standard campaign Range 0.001-0.01 200/min
Organic appearance Range 0.002-0.02 100/min
High visibility Range 0.01-0.05 200/min
Blending with organic Range 0.001-0.005 50/min

Common Mistakes

Mistake 1: Using Fixed for Long Campaigns

Running 2000 makers over an hour with fixed amounts creates obvious patterns.

Fix: Use range mode for any campaign over 10-15 minutes.

Mistake 2: Range Too Narrow

Setting 0.001-0.002 SOL doesn't create meaningful variety.

Fix: Use at least 5-10x variance (e.g., 0.001-0.01).

Mistake 3: Range Too Wide

Setting 0.001-1 SOL creates unpredictable costs and wild chart swings.

Fix: Keep max at 10-20x minimum, not 100x+.

Mistake 4: Not Accounting for Range in Budget

Calculating budget on minimum amount, then running out of SOL.

Fix: Calculate on midpoint + 20% buffer.

Key Takeaways

  1. Fixed mode = Same amount every trade, predictable but artificial-looking
  2. Range mode = Randomized amounts, natural appearance, slightly variable cost
  3. Use range for most campaigns - Organic appearance is worth the slight complexity
  4. Moderate range (0.001-0.01 SOL) is optimal for most use cases
  5. Combined with timing jitter - Double randomization = undetectable patterns
  6. Budget for midpoint + 20% when using range mode

Next Steps

Ready to configure your maker bot?

Jumpbit Maker Bot - Supports both fixed and range modes with timing randomization

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