How do bracket orders protect my trade?

By PriyaSahu

Bracket orders protect your trade by letting you set a target price and a stop loss at the same time when you enter a trade. This means your profits are booked automatically when the price hits your target, and your losses are limited if the price falls to your stop loss level. It helps you trade safely without watching the market all the time.



What Is a Bracket Order?

A bracket order is a type of order where you place three orders together: a buy or sell order, a target price order, and a stop loss order. This setup helps you manage risk and rewards in one go. When you enter a trade, the system automatically places the exit orders for profit booking and loss cutting.



How Do Bracket Orders Protect Your Trade?

Bracket orders protect your trade by automatically booking profits when the price reaches your target and by limiting losses when the price hits the stop loss. This means you don’t need to keep watching the market. The system exits your trade at the right time, keeping your risk under control and securing gains.



Why Should You Use Bracket Orders?

Using bracket orders helps you trade without stress because your exit points are set in advance. It stops big losses and locks in profits automatically. This makes trading safer, especially in volatile markets. It is useful for beginners and experts alike for better risk management.



Can Bracket Orders Reduce Emotional Trading?

Yes, bracket orders help reduce emotional decisions. When your stop loss and target are set, you don’t need to panic if the market moves fast. The system follows your set rules and executes orders, so you avoid making impulsive mistakes like holding losing trades for too long or selling too early.



How to Place Bracket Orders on Angel One?

To place a bracket order on Angel One, open your trading app or website, select the stock, and choose the 'Bracket Order' option. Enter your buy or sell price, set the target price where you want to book profits, and set the stop loss price to limit losses. Confirm your order, and Angel One will handle the rest automatically.



Contact Angel One Support at 7748000080 or 7771000860 for any questions about bracket orders or trading.

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