Forex on Pocket Option doesn’t have to be complicated. In this no-fluff tutorial, you’ll go from logging in to placing and managing real trades—step by step—using MT4/MT5 inside Pocket Option’s Forex interface.
If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by platforms, buttons, and settings, this guide will keep you laser-focused on what actually moves the needle: selecting the right account, setting your lot size, adding TP/SL, choosing a pair, and executing the trade.
Read it once, then keep it open the first time you trade. By the end, you’ll know exactly where everything lives and how to avoid costly beginner mistakes.
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What You'll Learn: How to switch from options to Forex inside Pocket Option, choose MT4/MT5 (demo or live), set lot size and risk using Take Profit/Stop Loss, select pairs from the watchlist, place buy/sell orders, and manage or close positions cleanly.
Switch to the Forex section via the top-right account arrow, then pick MT4 or MT5 (demo or live).
Set your lot size under “Volume” and configure Take Profit/Stop Loss under “Conditions for closing a deal.”
Select pairs from the top-left watchlist (the “Z” menu), then execute Buy/Sell from the right panel.
Track open trades in “Positions” (bottom-left) and close them with one click.
Start on demo, use fixed risk per trade, and avoid oversized lot sizes.
A Pocket Option account (with access to Forex accounts: MT4/MT5)
Login credentials for MT4/MT5 (demo or live)
Stable internet and a desktop browser (recommended)
Risk plan (fixed % risk per trade) and basic understanding of lot size
Optional: a tested Pocket Option strategy like this Pocket Option strategy BPro
Time Required: 20–30 minutes for your first setup and trade
Difficulty Level: Beginner to Intermediate
“Click the top-right account arrow, choose ‘Forex,’ then select MT4 or MT5 (demo or live) to access the Forex interface.”
You’ll start by moving from the options interface (QT R) to the Forex-specific workspace. Everything else flows from this switch.
Log in to your Pocket Option account.
Click the account arrow at the top-right.
Select “Forex,” then expand the arrow to view available accounts.
Choose your platform: MT4 or MT5 (start with a demo account if you’re new).
Pocket Option provides both MT4 and MT5 accounts. MT5 is often preferred for newer tools and improved performance, but both work. Demo first—always.
Select MT5 or MT4 under the Forex section.
Pick Demo to practice or Live to trade real funds.
Deposit or fund the account if you’re using live (follow the platform prompts).
Your core controls live on the right panel. “Buy” and “Sell” buttons are here, along with “Volume” (your lot size). TP/SL live under “Conditions for closing a deal.”
Locate the right-side panel with Buy and Sell buttons.
Click the Volume field to set your lot size (e.g., 0.50).
Open Conditions for closing a deal to add Take Profit and Stop Loss.
Double-check the values before placing the order.
“Set your lot size under ‘Volume’ and configure Take Profit/Stop Loss in ‘Conditions for closing a deal’ before you execute.”
You’ll pick the asset you want to trade from the top-left watchlist (the “Z” tab). Add and switch pairs in seconds.
Go to the top-left and click the Z watchlist tab (then the arrow).
Scroll or search for your pair (e.g., GBPJPY).
Select it to add to your list and switch the chart to that market.
Once your pair, lot size, TP, and SL are ready, it’s time to execute. Your bias (Buy or Sell) should come from your analysis or playbook.
Confirm the pair and timeframe on your chart.
Recheck Volume (lot size) and TP/SL values.
Click Buy if you expect price to rise, or Sell if you expect it to fall.
All running orders live in “Positions.” Manage risk, trail stops, or close out here as market conditions change.
Open Positions at the bottom-left to see running trades.
Watch live P/L and adjust stops or targets if your plan allows.
Click Close to exit the position when needed.
“Track your running trades in ‘Positions’ (bottom-left) and close with one click when your plan tells you to.”
Staying in the options (QT R) account: Always switch to Forex via the top-right account arrow.
Forgetting TP/SL: Add Take Profit and Stop Loss under “Conditions for closing a deal” before entry.
Oversized lot sizes: Keep risk fixed (e.g., 1% per trade). Start smaller than you think.
Trading the wrong pair/timeframe: Confirm the pair at the top of the chart before executing.
Skipping demo: Validate your process on demo before going live.
Use a structured playbook: entry trigger, invalidation level, TP levels, and trade management rules.
Trade during active sessions (London/NY) for better liquidity and cleaner moves.
Keep a journal: record pair, lot size, reasoning, TP/SL, and outcome.
Backtest or demo test a Pocket Option strategy to build confidence in your rules.
Practice discipline: If your SL hits, accept it and move on—don’t widen stops.
Log in to Pocket Option.
Top-right arrow → select Forex → choose MT4 or MT5 (Demo first).
Open the Z watchlist (top-left) → add your pair (e.g., GBPJPY).
Set Volume (lot size) based on your risk plan.
Open Conditions for closing a deal → add TP and SL.
Confirm pair/timeframe → click Buy or Sell.
Monitor under Positions (bottom-left) → manage or Close per plan.
Log the trade in your journal and review results.
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Click the top-right account arrow → select Forex → expand to view MT4/MT5 accounts. Choose Demo or Live to load the Forex interface.
Check minimum lot size for the pair, ensure sufficient margin/funds (especially on live), and confirm market is open. Reduce lot size and retry.
Open “Conditions for closing a deal” and confirm numeric values before clicking Buy/Sell. If already in a trade, modify the order from the Positions panel.
Use the top-left Z watchlist → search field. If still missing, try a major pair first (EURUSD, GBPUSD) and verify your account type supports the symbol.
Re-check lot size, pair’s pip value, and whether you used the correct number of decimals for TP/SL. Consider spreads and commissions where applicable.
Keep this workflow tight: demo test, journal, refine, then go live with small size. Focus on consistent execution over perfect entries.
Backtest your favorite setup and define TP/SL rules.
Run 20–30 demo trades with fixed risk, then review stats.
Go live with small size and scale gradually as your edge proves out.
Yes. The Forex interface uses MT4/MT5-style execution with lot sizes, floating P/L, and TP/SL. Options trading (QT R) is separate with fixed outcomes and expiries.
Both work. MT5 offers newer features and better performance for many users. Pick either, but stay consistent during your testing phase.
Absolutely—recommended. Demo lets you practice the workflow (lot size, TP/SL, execution) without risking capital.
On the right panel under Volume. Click it and enter your desired size (e.g., 0.50).
Open Conditions for closing a deal and input your TP/SL values before placing the order. You can also modify after entry from Positions.
Click Positions at the bottom-left. You’ll see running trades, P/L, and a Close button to exit.
Start with majors like EURUSD or GBPUSD for tighter spreads and more predictable behavior. Add cross pairs later.
Risk a fixed percentage per trade (e.g., 1%), always place a stop loss, and avoid high-impact news until you have a tested plan.