How to Place Market and Pending Orders on TradeLocker

TradeLocker gives traders full flexibility to open Market Orders (executed instantly at current price) and Pending Orders (executed when the price reaches a specific level). Here’s how to do it on desktop and mobile apps.

Step 1: Open the TradeLocker App

Download and install the TradeLocker desktop or mobile app directly from your GatesFX Client Portal at
https://secure.gatesfx.com/login. After installation, open the app and log in with your GatesFX trading account credentials.

Step 2: Choose Your Trading Instrument

• Navigate to your Watchlist and select the instrument you want to trade.

• Tap or click it to open the Order Panel and chart.

Step 3: Place a Market Order

• In the Order Panel, select Market as your order type.

• Enter the following details:

  • Lot Size (default can be adjusted in settings)

  • Stop Loss and Take Profit (optional but recommended)

• Tap Buy or Sell to execute the order instantly.

Step 4: Place a Pending Order

• In the Order Panel, change the order type from Market to Limit or Stop:

  • Buy Limit: Buy below the current price.

  • Sell Limit: Sell above the current price.

  • Buy Stop: Buy above the current price.

  • Sell Stop: Sell below the current price.

• Enter your desired entry price, lot size, and optional Stop Loss/Take Profit.

• Tap Place Order to confirm.

Step 5: Monitor Your Orders

• Open the Positions tab to view your active and pending orders.

• Modify or close trades anytime by tapping the order and selecting Edit or Close.

Why Use Pending Orders?

• Plan Ahead: Enter the market at precise price levels.

• Reduce Screen Time: No need to wait for price to reach your desired entry.

• Risk Management: Pre-set SL and TP for better control.

TradeLocker is the future of trading platforms, combining simplicity with advanced technology for an unbeatable trading experience. Want to learn more about the TradeLocker Platform? Visit the TradeLocker Platform Page on our website.