How to Compare FOREX Trading Software
As new traders enter the FOREX markets every year, their first critical decision is choosing which trading software to use. Each FOREX broker has their own unique trading platform and finding the one that is most suitable can make a big difference in the bottom line.
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Market Analysis Options
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One of the most important factors to consider about a trading platform is how well they allow traders to analyze the currency markets. Technical traders would be most interested in how well their charting system performs and what kinds of chart metrics are provided. On the other hand, fundamental traders would be more interested in how quickly market news and other fundamental data is provided to platform users.
Order Placing Functions
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Perhaps the most overlooked part of FOREX trading platforms is their ability to take and execute orders. Can the platform accept complex and sophisticated orders? For instance, can the platform receive an order that instructs them to buy a currency pair at a certain price and subsequently places a stop order at a specific price when the purchase is made? There are many platforms available that can easily handle this kind of order and traders should not settle for less (see Resources).
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Viewing Options
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Does the FOREX trading platform offer numerous viewing options? This is important because it allows traders to set up the screen that makes them most effective. Being able to only put the currency pairs that the trader is following on the screen will make her a more productive trader.
The broker should allow traders to download a demo of the platform for a trial run. If they don't, then move on to the next broker.
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