01 / What you'll learnMargin is the amount set aside to open and maintain a leveraged position.
Wallet · $1,000Used margin
Free margin
Margin is reserved. Free margin is still available. 05 / WHY IT MATTERSMargin and free margin help you read how much room an account has.
06 / Explain it simplyWhat is Margin?
Margin is the amount set aside to open and maintain a leveraged position.
07 / Everyday exampleIt is like a security deposit for using a larger reservation. It does not equal the maximum amount you can lose.
08 / MT5 exampleMT5 shows balance, equity, margin, free margin, and margin level in the Toolbox area.
DEMO ACCOUNTWhat is Margin?
Practice with Virtual money. No live order is required.
- 1Open your demo account
- 2Choose a symbol
- 3Open the order window
- 4Find the relevant field
- 5Enter a practice value
- 6Review before submitting
09 / Key takeaways- Margin supports an open position.
- Required margin varies by product and account.
- Margin is not a risk limit by itself.
10 / Common mistakeThinking margin is the same as the maximum possible loss.
Mini quizWhat does margin help support?
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