New Delhi, Oct. 23 -- Trading options can seem complex, especially if you're not familiar with the tools traders rely on.

One of the most important tools in options trading is the option chain. It gives you a detailed view of all available strike prices, premiums, open interest, and other data that can help you make smarter trading decisions.

Understanding how to read and use an option chain is a key skill if you want to trade with confidence and reduce unnecessary risk.

In this article, we will break down everything you need to know before trading on the option chain.

An option chain is like a listing of all available option contracts for a particular stock or asset. It shows both call options (rights to buy) and put options (rights ...