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Why live and demo forex trading show differences

In practice – often because of the lack of a real money commitment – results achieved from trading in a demo account can differ considerably from actual live trading results. Even if a person performs extremely well trading a demo account, their results in a live account often differ considerably. In general, this phenomenon tends to arise because when your own funds are at risk, a different trading mindset often ensues than when trading with virtual money.

This potentially significant difference factor needs to be taken into account by a trader when assessing the value of a particular trading strategy or the services of a forex broker they are testing.

The primary reasons that such differences can be observed between live and demo account trading tend to fall into two main categories: execution related and trader related. Each of these categories will be discussed in greater detail in the sections below.

The following potential causes for performance differences observed between live and demo account trading can be attributed to execution issues:

A forex broker may never requote a price to a demo account trader, but they might often requote live prices in actual practice.

The broker’s price feed and dealing spreads for demo trading may well differ from the pricing that is provided for live trading accounts.

The broker may execute demo stop loss orders accurately, but considerable slippage may occur in a live trading environment.

Broker errors that sometimes arise when trading can cost a trader considerable time, effort and even money when attempting to resolve them via the broker’s customer service department. Most traders would not observe or would ignore this phenomenon when demo trading.

Sometimes a broker will not offer their real trading platform for demonstration purposes. This can mean that the trader needs to learn and acclimate to a new platform when switching to live trading

The following potential causes for performance differences observed between live and demo account trading can be attributed to trader issues:

A possible lack of emotional commitment when no real money is at stake may create an unrealistically positive trading environment in demo trading that is not found in live trading when the trader’s account funds are actually on the line.

A trader’s failure to following their trading plan has no real consequences. As a result, a trader may develop bad discipline-related habits that can cost them money when trading live.

Traders might be tempted to overtrade or insufficiently evaluate risk when trading in a demo account. This behavior can then have serious negative consequences when they switch to engaging in live trading.

Demo trading benefits

Trading virtual money removes the psychological element from trading, so for this reason, it cannot accurately assess a person’s trading abilities. Nevertheless, virtual trading can have great benefits when testing the performance of a trade plan and also for trader education purposes.

When used as an educational tool, a forex demo account gives novices a risk-free start to trading in the forex market. In addition, strategies can be put to the test without assuming any risk, all in real time trading situations.

Overall, trading in a demo account offers a great service to novices that would otherwise have to learn using, and probably losing, real money. While the emotional rush of risking real money while trading may be lacking in demo trading, trading a demo account allows you to learn to watch the market closely and can help you get a better feel for how the forex market operates without putting any real cash on the line.

Consider using a micro account instead of demo account

To get around some of the aforementioned causes of performance differences between live and demo account, some traders have chosen to open micro or mini accounts with a forex broker, using a small amount of funds rather than funding their entire trading account right away.

This strategy allows them to test out the forex broker or trading strategies in a live trading environment, while not putting their primary account funds at risk of loss.

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How to open a metatrader 4 account

This article will explain how to open a trading account on metatrader 4 (MT4) trading platform, and how to create a live trading account, and a demo trading account.

We'll also take a look at other options available to you, such as how to create a MT4 test account, and how to install the software on different devices. Creating an account in metatrader 4, whether you want to create a live account or a demo account, involves two key elements. The first element is installing the actual MT4 terminal (that is, the platform). The second element is all about how to set up a trading account — with which you log in to metatrader.

How to get started with a metatrader 4 live account

To get started trading with MT4, you need to follow four simple steps:

Download and install metatrader 4

Open a metatrader 4 trading account

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How to fund an MT4 account

Now let's explore these steps in more detail:

1. Download and install metatrader 4

Downloading metatrader 4

Go to the metatrader 4 download page and click the relevant link for your preferred operating system or device.

If you are using a PC or mac, download the relevant software to your computer, and then run the file to complete the installation. If you are using a mobile device, simply download and run the relevant app. For apple devices, get the ios metatrader app from the apple app store. For android devices, get the android metatrader app from the google play store.

Installing metatrader 4

Once you have downloaded metatrader 4 to your computer, run the file and follow the instructions in the installation wizard. By default, the installation process will create a shortcut for metatrader on your computer and decide the location of the program files. You can easily specify a different location of your choice though. Once you have finished the installation, you can run MT4 by double-clicking on the shortcut.

You can see the full download and installation process in the video below.

2. Create a metatrader 4 trading account

How to open a trading account on metatrader 4

Next, we need to look at how to create an account in metatrader. You now have the MT4 platform on your device, but to actually trade you need to connect to a broker's server. Please note, you cannot instantly open a live account with the metatrader 4 terminal itself. Instead, you need to open an account through a broker first.

If you're wondering how to make a metatrader broker account, the easiest way is to visit the ' sign up' page of your chosen broker. Once you have signed up for an account with admiral markets, then you can follow these steps to apply for a live trading account:

Click the 'open live account' button.

Add and verify your phone number.

Add your details over the following pages. These details will include contact information, tax identification details and your passport number.

Read and accept the confirmation notice.

Verify your identity by uploading the requested documents.

From here, admiral markets will review your application, after which we will contact you by email with the results of your application.

You can see the full process for opening a live account in the video below.

How to open a demo account for metatrader 4

The best way to learn how to trade with metatrader 4 is with a demo account – because it allows you to see what works through trial and error, using virtual funds and by trading in risk-free trading environment, without incurring losses with real money. If you're just a beginner, this is a great way to start off, until you are ready to transition your metatrader account to a live one.

Let's suppose that you are ultimately interested in trading with a metatrader 4 supported forex account. You can first start using a forex metatrader 4 demo account as way of training for the real thing. A demo account can still be useful however, even if you are an experienced trader. You might, for example, be well-versed in trading forex, but you might also want to branch out into european shares. You could first practise with european share cfds in metatrader with a demo account, before moving on to making live trades.

To create a new demo account for metatrader 4, simply visit the demo account page on our website and complete the form. Once you have done this, you will receive an email with your trading account details, which you can then use to log in to MT4.

3. Log in to metatrader4

Once you have opened your account, you will receive your account details by email, including your account ID, password and account server. You will need these details to log into the metatrader terminal. By logging in to MT4, you can connect the terminal with a broker server and gain control of your trading account with the broker. When you run the installed metatrader 4 application for the first time, it should prompt you to enter your account details.

To log in, click on the 'file' tab at the top of the terminal and select 'log in to trade account'. This will open the following window:

Source: metatrader 4 platform - opening an account

If you are wondering what the investor password is for, it allows access to view the account, but not trade. So you can see open positions, balances, live prices, and even use expert advisors, but not trade. The investor password grants a broker or trader the ability to let another person see how trading on metatrader 4 works.

4. How to install metatrader supreme edition

Whether you are considering to trade forex in metatrader with a demo account, or a live account, you should consider taking a look at the metatrader supreme edition (MT4SE) plugin. This is because MT4SE greatly increases the scope of the platform. MT4SE is a custom plug-in that expands the number of indicators available, as well as offering a wide array of cutting edge trading tools.

5. How to fund a metatrader 4 account

If you opt to trade with admiral markets, the best way to fund your MT4 account is via the bespoke trader's room dashboard. This offers a convenient way of managing your account and conducting money operations, such as withdrawing or depositing funds. To deposit or withdraw funds, scroll down to the account you would like to add funds to and click 'deposit. Choose your preferred payment method and follow the prompts to make your deposit.

Depending on your payment method, funds may take up to three business days to clear. Once they have cleared, your account balance will appear in your trader's room dashboard next to your live account details.

Note that you can also withdraw funds from trader's room. Both the deposits and withdrawals processes are outlined in the video below.

Metatrader 4 trading accounts – conclusion

Hopefully now you know how to open an account for metatrader, how to open a demo account, and how to authorise your terminal to trade either type. We hope that you have found this discussion of how to create new accounts on metatrader to be interesting, informative, and useful.

If so, you might also like to read our guide to MT4 & MT5 shortcuts, which teaches traders various shortcuts that they can use to speed up the process of trading, and make it much more user-friendly, and most importantly, a more enjoyable trading experience!

If you would like to learn more about account creation, and would prefer a more visual guide, we recommend that you watch the videos available via the forex 101 online course, which covers this topic, and other important topics for beginners in forex trading.

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This material does not contain and should not be construed as containing investment advice, investment recommendations, an offer of or solicitation for any transactions in financial instruments. Please note that such trading analysis is not a reliable indicator for any current or future performance, as circumstances may change over time. Before making any investment decisions, you should seek advice from independent financial advisors to ensure you understand the risks.

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Whether youвђ™re looking to practise trading risk-free, or to open a live trading account to start earning, we offer free demo and live accounts on the renowned metatrader 4 platform. You can even perfect your strategy and acquaint yourself with the platform through a demo account before depositing any funds. Both account types present identical market conditions, helping you get ready to go live!

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Why live and demo forex trading show differences

This potentially significant difference factor needs to be taken into account by a trader when assessing the value of a particular trading strategy or the services of a forex broker they are testing.

The following potential causes for performance differences observed between live and demo account trading can be attributed to execution issues:

A forex broker may never requote a price to a demo account trader, but they might often requote live prices in actual practice.

The broker’s price feed and dealing spreads for demo trading may well differ from the pricing that is provided for live trading accounts.

The broker may execute demo stop loss orders accurately, but considerable slippage may occur in a live trading environment.

Broker errors that sometimes arise when trading can cost a trader considerable time, effort and even money when attempting to resolve them via the broker’s customer service department. Most traders would not observe or would ignore this phenomenon when demo trading.

Sometimes a broker will not offer their real trading platform for demonstration purposes. This can mean that the trader needs to learn and acclimate to a new platform when switching to live trading

The following potential causes for performance differences observed between live and demo account trading can be attributed to trader issues:

A possible lack of emotional commitment when no real money is at stake may create an unrealistically positive trading environment in demo trading that is not found in live trading when the trader’s account funds are actually on the line.

A trader’s failure to following their trading plan has no real consequences. As a result, a trader may develop bad discipline-related habits that can cost them money when trading live.

Traders might be tempted to overtrade or insufficiently evaluate risk when trading in a demo account. This behavior can then have serious negative consequences when they switch to engaging in live trading.

Demo trading benefits

Consider using a micro account instead of demo account

This strategy allows them to test out the forex broker or trading strategies in a live trading environment, while not putting their primary account funds at risk of loss.

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Forex trading is probably the only market where prospective traders can test strategies and systems without risking their money. In other markets like the stock market, investors have no room for error.

So, they must learn everything before getting started. With forex, you can learn on the job, but with fake money. This is done using a practice account, popularly known as a forex demo account.

So, what exactly is a forex demo account?

Generally, a forex demo account is a trial account funded with a specific amount of virtual currency. Some best forex brokers offer a specified amount, mostly $50,000 while others have a list of options, which range from as low as $1,000 to as high as $100,000. This means that traders can choose the level of account to use for practice depending on the amount they plan to invest in a real forex account.

On the other hand, a real account is not pre-funded by the broker. It comes with a zero balance, which means that the trader must make a deposit in order to start trading. But that is not the only difference.

The differences between a real account and a demo forex account

There are several reasons why differences occur between a real account and a forex demo account. One of the key factors contributing to this is that brokers are required to pay a certain fee to access data feed from the live market, which they can then provide to traders trading on a real forex account. As such, this can cause the differences below to occur.

Delay in order filling

When you are trading via a forex demo account, orders are filled automatically. There are no delays or no-fills. Every order placed is executed immediately because it does not matter whether there is another person on the other end of your request to fill it.

On the other hand, the situation is quite different when it comes to a real forex account. Here, brokers fill trader requests by submitting them to their liquidity providers, which include banks and large institutional investors. If there is no one at the end of your order ready to fill it at your requested rate (especially non-market orders), then the chances are that you will experience a delay before your order is taken.

Slippage in price

Because orders are filled depending on the prevailing prices in the live market, sometimes slippage will occur. Market slippage is a situation where the price of the asset jumps the preset trading conditions like stop-loss after a price gap or a massive instant change in the price of the asset.

Since the data feed for a forex demo account is simulated, traders do not experience slippage in their open positions, which makes it easier to execute certain trading strategies as compared to when trading via a real forex account.

Wider spreads

Most brokers that provide their services as market makers do not charge a described commission on trades. Instead, they take a percentage of the spread on every trade completed. This bumps up the spread offered on currency pairs like the EUR/USD, and USD/JPY by a few pips, which are then used to cover service costs.

And in the case of true ECN brokers or STP forex brokers where liquidity is sourced directly from a pool of big banks and institutional investors, they offer floating spreads, which means that they can change at any time. This is different when trading on a demo forex account because spreads don’t change, which makes it easier to execute various trading strategies with a higher degree of success.

Proof of identity and address

Trading via a practice demo account is simple, has no strict requirements, and is designed to get traders excited about opening a real account. However, the moment you start preparing to fund your account, you realize that there are a few more steps to cover.

Several brokers are very strict when it comes to funding your account. All brokers are strict when it comes to making withdrawals. As such, before you start using a real forex account, brokers will ask you to add and verify your identity and physical address.

This is mainly done for the security of your funds to ensure that when the time comes for the broker to process your withdrawals, they are sent to the actual account holder and not some masquerading to be you.

Emotional pressure

This is one of the most perspective-changing factors that traders experience after transitioning from a forex demo account to a real account. Psychologically, there is no pressure when trading using a demo account. This changes once you begin using a real account.

The main reason behind this paradigm shift in emotions is that with a real account, there is the risk of losing everything. So, it is easy to get scared and close positions early when the market is going against you. There is a flip side to this too. If the market is going your way, there is the risk of getting greedy and waiting before you close your open positions until things begin to go against you.

Then what follows shortly is panic, and before you know it, you have ditched the strategies that you practiced for weeks or months in a demo account. This is usually the beginning of the end, but it can also be turned around by taking a short break to calm down and refocus.

Final thoughts

In summary, a practice account can be an important starting point for a new trader. It is a risk-free account, which means that traders can practice different strategies without worrying about how much they could lose. This is where expert traders recommend that you make all the mistakes you can so that when you transition to a real account, there is barely any to make.

However, as we have discussed, there are some key differences between a real account and a forex demo account that could hamper your successful transition to real money trading. It is good to take note of them so that your are not surprised when slippage occurs or when your order is not filled in time.

How to open a metatrader 4 account

This article will explain how to open a trading account on metatrader 4 (MT4) trading platform, and how to create a live trading account, and a demo trading account.