Open an order ticket
Select the intended symbol and open a new order ticket. Confirm you are connected to a demo account while learning.
Choose volume and order type
Check the volume, execution type and trade direction. A market order seeks execution at available prices; a pending order depends on its specified trigger and execution rules.
Review protective instructions
If supported, enter stop-loss and take-profit levels. Minimum distances and valid levels depend on the symbol and order type. A stop instruction does not guarantee a specific exit price.
Check the result
After submission, inspect the platform’s response, positions and order history. Confirm whether the instruction was filled, rejected or remains pending. Do not repeatedly click because a response seems delayed.
Frequently asked
Does clicking submit guarantee a fill?
No. Review the platform response and the applicable execution rules.
Further reading
MetaTrader 5: Executing trades ↗External educational references do not imply endorsement, affiliation or regulation of QB Capitals.
Leveraged forex and CFDs involve significant risk of loss. Demo results do not predict live performance. Understand the risks ↗