TradeStation Web Trading

Order Info Fields

The Order Info fields are part of the Order Bar and are used to enter specific information as part of placing an order.

Overview

The following outlines the general steps you will follow when entering data in the Order Info fields. It is important to have the asset type selected before entering information in the Order Info fields.

• Enter the symbol you wish to trade.
• Enter the quantity.
• Enter the Type of Order (Limit, Market, Stop Limit, Stop Market).
• Enter Limit Price and/or Stop Price as applicable.
• Enter Order Routing if a specific routing is desired.
• Enter Order Duration and Expiration Date (if either or both is applicable).
• Select the TradeStation account you wish to use. Be aware that TradeStation uses different accounts for equities, options, futures, and forex.

Layout

The Order Info Panel is located in the Order Bar and is used to enter information specific to an order you are preparing.

Symbol

The symbol for trade you wish to make. You may also start typing the symbol or the name of the organization; a list of possible choices will appear below the entry field. This is described in more detail in the Symbol Lookup.

Quantity

The number of units (shares, contracts, lots) you wish to purchase or sell. Where a minimum quantity applies, it will be automatically inserted.

Limit Price

The price for a limit order. A limit order is a buy or sell order that is only executed at a specified price (the Limit Price) or better.

Stop Price

The price for a stop order. A stop order is placed when a specified price is reached or passed.

Order Type Pull-Down

The type of order (market, limit, stop, stop limit). Depending on the asset class, not all order types are available.

Routing

The order route specifies how your order will be routed to a market participant.

Order Duration

The period of time during which the order remains open.

End Date

The end date for order durations, where appropriate.

TradeStation Account

The TradeStation account to be used for the order.