Starting to Trade

First trading steps, simulated trading, instruments, trading hours, slippage, spreads, commissions, and platform conditions.

When can I start trading?

What should I check before placing my first trade?

What instruments can I trade?

What are the trading hours?

Why did I experience slippage, spreads, gaps, or delay?

What is the difference between leverage, margin, buying power, and Notional Volume?

Can I trade news?

Can I hold trades over the weekend?

Can I trade crypto over the weekend?

Can I use an EA or trade copier?

Can I open trades during a manual review?

What happens if I break a rule while trading?