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[Platforms] How can I make my first trade in MT4/MT5?

maxim-hopman-fiXLQXAhCfk-unsplash.jpg There are a few different ways to create a new order in MT4 and MT5. But before you open a position for the first time, ensure that you understand the difference between a Market Order and a Pending Order, as you will have to specify which of the two types of orders you are attempting to place. A Market Order is an instruction to make a trade right now at the current market price. A Pending Order is an instruction to make a trade when the price reaches a certain level predefined by you. In this way, a Pending Order to buy an asset (or go long) allows you to buy it lower than the current market price by instructing the platform to open a position if the price should drop to the level of your choosing. A Pending Order to sell (or go short) allows you to do the opposite, selling at a higher level than the current market price by instructing the platform to sell only when the price rises to a level of your choosing. In order to place a trade in MT4/MT5, you have to bring up the “Order” window, which can be done in all of the following ways: 1. Press the ‘New Order’ button on the “Standard” toolbar 2. Select “New Order” from the “Tools” dropdown menu 3. Press F9 4. Right-click an instrument in the “Market Watch” window and select “New Order” 5. Double-click an instrument in the “Market Watch” window All of the above actions will bring up the MT4/MT5 ‘Order’ window in which you can finalise the trade you're trying to place. Now, let’s take a closer look at all of the available options: Order_Window.png - At the top of this window you will see a dropdown menu titled “Symbol,” this tells you the individual symbol you are about to place a trade on and allows you to change it if need be. - Below this you can see the “Type” drop-down box. If left set to “Instant Execution,” you are set to place a Market Order (an order to buy right now at the current price). You can change this to “Pending Order” if you would like to specify a price at which to buy or sell at other than the current market price. - Your third option in the Order window, is the “Volume” tab, which indicates the size of the trade you are about to place in lots, and can be edited before finalising the order. - Below you will find the Stop Loss and Take Profit boxes. You do not have to set Stop Loss/Take Profit levels in order to place a trade. Ensure you understand what they are and what they do before entering any values into these boxes. - If in Instant Execution mode, you can use the “Deviation” box at the bottom of the order window to set a pip-range that is acceptable to you if the market price deviates from the price at which you clicked buy or sell. This can be used at times of high volatility to increase the possibility that your order gets executed with no re-quotes. - Finally, you have the “Buy” and “Sell” buttons that enable you to execute your trade in the direction of your choosing. Related Articles Please help me understand the different Pending Orders How can I see my trade history in MT4/MT5? How do I modify/delete a pending order in MT4/MT5? How do I remove an EA that I have loaded to MT4/MT5? Order Types

Last updated on Oct 15, 2025

[Platforms] Please help me understand the different Pending Orders

pexels-burak-the-weekender-186464.jpg There are six different types of pending order available in MT4/MT5, it's a good idea to familiarise yourself with them as each one can be thought of as a different tool for a different job. We have broken the six available pending orders into "Beginner," "Intermediate," and "Advanced." Let's begin with "Buy Limit" and "Sell Limit" orders, as these are the most basic and can be understood the most intuitively by most beginners. Beginner Buy Limit. A buy limit is simply a pending order to open a long, or buy position at a lower price than the current market price. The logic behind this type of order is simple. You're trying to buy the underlying market, but you wish to do so at a lower price. So, rather than waiting around with your finger on the trigger for this to take place, you can instruct the platform to do it for you should the market reach a specific price while you're away.. Sell Limit. Sell limit orders work in the same way as buy limit orders, only the opposite way. You place one when you want to sell, or short, a market, but at a higher price. You may believe the market in question is becoming overbought, but want to wait to sell it closer to what you believe will be the top. PendingOrders.png Intermediate Buy Stop. A buy stop order is similar to a buy limit, in that you place it when you're attempting to buy the underlying market, or go long. However, you're not waiting to get in at a cheaper price. Instead, you're instructing the platform to open a position when the price reaches a level predefined by you that is higher than the current market price. Why would you want to do this? Perhaps as an insurance that the market doesn't climb out of your reach while you're away from the platform, or maybe you're waiting for the price to break through a critical resistance level. Sell Stop. Sell Stop orders work like Sell Limit orders, only instead of wanting to sell, or short, the market when the price goes higher than the current market price, this type of order allows you to sell the market when it goes lower. Why? Similar to what we saw above in the case of Buy Stop orders, you may not be ready to enter your position at the present moment, but you would like to ensure that the market doesn't move in the direction you are expecting and get away from you while you are away from your screen. You may also be monitoring an important support level that you believe is about to be broken. So, you can set your sell stop order at that level in order to make sure that you catch the moment that it does break below it, even while you're away from the platform. Advanced Buy Stop Limit The easiest way to understand a Buy Stop Limit order, is that it's a sort of combination of both a Buy Limit order and a Buy Stop order. It's more advanced than the pending orders we've explored up until now, but nevertheless quite useful when you get the hang of it. Buy Stop Limit orders allow you to do some pretty interesting things while you're away from your trading terminal. Simply put, a Buy Stop Limit order allows you to set a price above the current market price at which a Buy Limit order is automatically created. As we saw earlier, Buy Limit orders instruct the platform to open a trade at a lower price than the current one. So, what these orders essentially do is take advantage of the way that markets tend to zig-zag, without you having to be at your screen. Rather than just buying the asset at the higher price the way a Buy Stop does, this order assumes that once the price rises it will also come back down, so you set your "Stop Limit" price above the current market price, if the market gets to that price a Buy Limit order will automatically be created for you at the level you've specified in the "Price" tab of the order terminal (which, again should be lower than your Stop Limit level). In this way, you can set your Stop Limit price at a strong resistance level, knowing that if the price gets there it will probably be rejected at least once, and then you can have your order triggered at a lower price of your choosing once the price retraces back. Sell Stop Limit Like all the pending sell orders above, a Sell Stop Limit order works in the opposite way. It allows you to set a trigger (Stop Limit), lower than the current market price. Once triggered, this will automatically create a Sell Limit order at a level that's higher. So, for example, you're expecting EURUSD to fall below 1.00, but know that this is a significant level of support that will probably cause the price to bounce higher temporarily. You set your Stop Limit at 1.00 and your Buy Limit at 1.02. The price drops to 1.00, triggers the creation of a Sell Limit order at 1.02, and when the price bounces back up to this level, as you have predicted, your trade is executed. Related Articles How can I make my first trade in MT4/MT5? I want to modify an existing order to add stop-loss/take-profit price levels. Why is the “Modify” button greyed-out How do I modify/delete a pending order in MT4/MT5? Order Types My pending order was never executed. Why?

Last updated on Oct 15, 2025

[Platforms] How Can I Start Using ActivTrader?

ActivTrader is our proprietary web-based trading platform. Designed as an evolution of the platforms you know and love, it allows you to trade all available ActivTrades instruments, from any device, on your browser. To access ActivTrader, simply login to your account by pressing the “Login” link at the top right-hand side of the ActivTrades homepage. Once you have logged in, you can select “ActivTrader” from the “Platforms” Section. This will open the ActivTrader platform on your browser. The first thing you will be greeted with is the layout below. ActivTrader has been optimised to be easy and intuitive to use, regardless of the device you are using to access it. So, whether you’re trading on desktop, mobile, or tablet, you will enjoy the same great trading experience. ActivTrader.pngThe charting window itself is powered by TradingView, which is currently one of the best and most popular trading interfaces in the world. This means that if you have ever used TradingView in the past, you should already be familiar with the many features available on ActivTrader. If not, you will quickly be able to get to grips with it, as well as finding a way to personalise it to your needs. Below you will find an annotated breakdown of all the various settings, features, and customisations that you can use to set your ActivTrader platform up in a manner that best suits your trading style. ActivTrader_Platform_Features.png1. Main Menu. By pressing the main menu icon you can gain access to all main options relating to your ActivTrades account. This includes your account information, the ability to both deposit and withdraw funds, access to your personal area, account settings, as well as the ability to leave feedback, or even to contact customer support directly. 2. Advanced Mode. This button expands the Watchlist in order to provide you with more information about your favourite symbols. This includes the lowest and highest prices of the trading session on that particular asset, as well as a heat-map, showing how other ActivTrades traders are positioned on the symbol in question. 3. Symbol List. From here you can search the entire ActivTrades asset class and symbol list, and add any asset of your choice to your personal Watchlist. 4. Edit Watchlist. The Edit Watchlist button allows you to arrange the order in which your favourite assets appear on the Watchlist. 5. Charting Tools. This bar features available TradingView Charting Tools, allowing you to draw trendlines, studies, measure values, add text, and generally markup the chart in a manner that fits your personal charting style. 6. New Order. The New Order Button allows you to create a new position on your asset of choice. 7. Charting Features. TradingView charts come with a variety of advanced charting features, including the ability to compare the performance of multiple symbols on the same chart as an overlay, the ability to monitor multiple charts in split screen mode, the ability to add multiple indicators on an individual chart, as well as being able to save these preferred features so that they're always on your screen when you load the platform. 8. Account Details. From this tab, you can view live statistics pertaining to the trading account you are currently signed into, including balance, equity, and profit statistics. 9. Messages. From here you have access to all messages related to your ActivTrades account in one place, without having to navigate away from the platform. 10. Profile. The profile tab allows you to view information relating to your ActivTrades account, including the details of the individual trading account you are currently signed into (demo or real, leverage, currency), as well as the ability to switch between your other available accounts, contact support, or sign out entirely. 11. Watchlist Menu. The Watchlist Menu allows you to create dedicated watchlists for each individual instrument we offer including Forex, Shares, Indices, Commodities, and Futures. 12. Watchlist. From here you can monitor the performance of your preferred symbols at a glance, as well as pressing on them in order to view them on a full chart. 13. Positions. The positions window at the bottom of the chart gives you all the information you require about your trading activity. This includes orders, open positions, trading history, as well as the ability to manage existing trades. Related Articles Can I withdraw if I still have open positions? Do you offer a free demo account? How can I sign up for an account with ActivTrades? Can I trade micro-lots? How to connect to TradingView

Last updated on Oct 15, 2025

[Platforms] How to connect to TradingView

TradingView is a comprehensive and powerful platform for market analysis and trading financial assets. With its intuitive interface, collaboration features, active user community, and educational resources, it has become an invaluable tool for investors and traders of all experience levels. Now, you can use TradingView to trade directly with your ActivTrader account. Available Assets on TradingView Currently, the assets available on TradingView include: - Spot Exchange - Metals - Indices (FTSE100, Dollar Index) from ICE (Intercontinental Exchange) - Commodities (Brent, Cocoa, Coffee, Cotton, Diesel, Orange Juice, Sugar) from ICE Click the link below to access the platform: TradingView Currently, the assets available on TradingView are: Spot Exchange, Metals, Indices (FTSE100, Dollar Index) from ICE (Intercontinental Exchange), and Commodities (Brent, Cocoa, Coffee, Cotton, Diesel, Orange Juice, Sugar) from ICE. How to Create a TradingView Account 1. Click Get Started on the TradingView homepage. 2. Choose the plan that best suits your needs and click Start Now. 3. Select how you’d like to sign up — using email, Google, or another option. 4. Enter your details and click Create Account. 5. You’ll receive a confirmation email from TradingView. Simply click the verification link to activate your account. How to Log In to an Existing TradingView Account 1. Click Log In on the TradingView homepage. 2. Choose your preferred login method. 3. Enter your credentials and click Sign In. Connecting ActivTrader to TradingView 1. Once inside TradingView, click on Products (the three arrows icon). 2. Select + Chart. 3. Click the Trading Panel button at the bottom of the chart and choose ActivTrades. 4. Click Continue. 5. Enter your ActivTrader Client Area credentials and click Sign In. Your ActivTrader account is now successfully connected to TradingView! Important Note: Beta Testing Phase We are currently in the Beta testing phase of our integration with TradingView. This stage is an essential part of our partnership and aims to ensure the highest quality of service. Your participation is extremely valuable — the more users access the platform during this period, the faster we can complete the evaluation process and move to the next stage. If you’d like to support us further, please leave a review about your experience as an ActivTrades client on our TradingView profile. ⭐ Note: At this time, demo accounts on ActivTrader can test the platform but cannot leave reviews on TradingView. Step 1 Sign up for an ActivTrader account. To start trading via TradingView, you must first have an ActivTrader account. 👉 Sign up here ​Step 2 Login to TradingView. 1. Go to the TradingView platform. 2. On the “Full Chart View,” click on the Trading Panel tab at the bottom of the page. 3. From the list of brokers, select ActivTrades. 4. Click Connect. If you are already logged in to your ActivTrader account, you will be prompted to authorize the connection. Once authorized, your accounts will be linked — and you’re ready to trade! Select “ActivTrades” from the list ​Connect TradingView ​Step 3 Connect your accounts. If you’re logged into your ActivTrades account you will be prompted to authorise the connection. You have now connected ActivTrades with TradingView! ​Connect TradingView. Related Articles How long will it take for funds to be credited to my trading account? How can I make a deposit? How Can I Start Using ActivTrader? How can I sign up for an account with ActivTrades? How to make deposits and withdrawals with TradingView?

Last updated on Oct 24, 2025