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Trading Mechanics

Everything you need to know about placing, managing, and modifying trades in Levels.

Updated over 2 weeks ago

⚙️ How Do I Open a Trade?

  1. Select a Symbol: Choose from major/minor FX pairs or metals (gold/silver).

  2. Open the Execution Panel: Click BUY or SELL to begin setting up your trade.

  3. Set TP & SL: Your Take Profit (TP) and Stop Loss (SL) must be at least 5 pips away. Your SL defines how many pips you're risking.

  4. Submit Trade: Once you’re satisfied with your settings, click Submit.


❌ How Do I Close a Trade?

Click the CLOSE button next to your trade. Any pips earned will be added to your progress.

Tip: You can move your Stop Loss closer to lock in gains without fully closing the trade.


🔁 How Do I Modify a Trade?

  • Click the MODIFY button next to your trade.

  • You can drag your TP/SL on the chart or enter values manually.

  • SL/TP must be adjusted in increments of 5 pips minimum.

Auto-Level Up: If your TP hits the Level goal, your trade will close automatically and you’ll Level up.


🧭 What Type of Orders Can I Place?

  • Market Orders: Execute instantly at current price.

  • Stop Orders: Trigger once price reaches a set level.

  • Limit Orders: Execute at a better or equal price.


📏 What's the Minimum SL/TP I Can Use?

5 pips. You cannot set a SL/TP smaller than this.


📏 What's the Maximum SL/TP I Can Use?

There is no maximum. Set your TP/SL as far as you'd like, depending on your strategy.


⚠️ Do I Need a Stop Loss?

Yes. Every trade must have a SL. The platform requires at least a 5-pip stop loss.


⚠️ Do I Need a Take Profit?

Yes. A TP is also required to open a trade and must be set at least 5 pips away.


🔁 Can I Move My SL to Break Even?

Yes, as long as the SL is still at least 5 pips away from the current price.

Example: If price is 1.2050, you can move your SL to 1.2045 or further.


🔓 Can I Close a Trade Early?

Yes. Use the Close button. It will close your trade instantly regardless of TP/SL.

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