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# Order Types

#### Market Order

A **Market Order** is the simplest and most straightforward order type. When you place a market order, your trade is executed immediately at the best available price in the market.

**When to use it:** When you want to enter or exit a position quickly and you're not concerned about getting a specific price. This is perfect for beginners.

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**Example:** You see Bitcoin starting to surge and you want to open a long position right away. You place a market order to buy immediately.
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#### Limit Order

A **Limit Order** allows you to set a specific price at which you want your order to be filled. Your order will only execute if the market reaches your specified price (or better).

**When to use it:** When you have a target entry or exit price in mind and you're willing to wait for the market to reach that level.

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**Example:** Bitcoin is currently trading at $45,000, but you believe it will dip to $44,000 before going higher. You place a limit order to buy at $44,000. Your order will only execute if the price drops to that level.
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