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How can I place a pending order on MT5?

Set a pending order in MetaTrader by choosing entry price, order type, and lot size.

Updated over a month ago

Setting up a pending order in MetaTrader

To place a pending order:

  1. Open the New Order window (from the Tools menu or right-clicking the chart)

  2. Change the order type to Pending Order

  3. Choose the pending order type (e.g., Buy Limit, Sell Stop)

  4. Set your entry price, lot size, and (optionally) Stop Loss and Take Profit

  5. Click Place to submit the order

Tip: Always double-check the price level, order type, and lot size before confirming.

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