When it comes to trading for a prop business, time is more important than money.
You don’t have time to sip your coffee, look at charts for fifteen minutes, and then gently click “Buy” or “sell” on the market. Sometimes price movement happens so quickly that your perfect entry turns into a missed opportunity or an unwelcome loss if you pause for even a few seconds to consider it.
One-Click Trading on MT5 becomes your closest buddy in this situation.
Even a few additional clicks may be the difference between a killer deal and a “what just happened?” moment if you’ve ever been in a high-pressure trading situation, such as during a significant news release, abrupt price increase, or important technical breakthrough.
Let’s talk about utilizing MT5’s One-Click Trading function during those exhilarating moments.
What Exactly is One-Click Trading in MT5?
As the name suggests, One-Click Trading allows you to enter a deal instantaneously with a mouse click (or touch on your screen).
One-Click Trading enters the deal immediately at market price as opposed to using the standard MT5 order window, where you choose lot size, types of order in MT5, stop loss, take profit, and confirm your entry.
Think of it as “fast-forward mode” for trading. Not another pop-up. No prompts like “Are you sure?” You’re in the trade after you click.
Such quickness may be a lifeline for prop traders, especially those operating in unpredictable markets.
Why Speed Matters So Much in Prop Firm Trading
It may be annoying if you miss a rapid entry while trading on your own account, but it’s not the end of the world. But things get a little more serious when you’re trading for a prop business.
In the realm of financed traders, speed is especially crucial for the following reasons:
- Strict profit goals: You usually have a deadline to meet in order to get specific returns.
- Drawdown limits: In a volatile market, a poor entrance may quickly eat away at your risk tolerance.
- Competition: Although you are trading “solo,” you are in a setting where other traders are trying to take advantage of the same possibilities.
- News-driven volatility: You’re dealing with extremely short windows of opportunity to enter the market since prop companies frequently promote trading during significant events.
In other words, you cannot tinker with extra menus when a high-probability setup occurs.
How to Enable One-Click Trading in MT5
Before you can utilize One-Click Trading, you must ensure it’s actually enabled. Here’s how to do it:
- Open MT5 and navigate to Tools > Options
- In the main menu, click Tools and then Options.
- Navigate to the Trade tab
- Here, you’ll find a checkbox titled “One-Click Trading”.
- Accept the disclaimer
- MT5 will provide you with a small “Are you sure?” notice informing you that One-Click Trading places orders instantly without confirmation. You’ll have to accept this.
- Activate the feature on your charts
- After enabling, you can enable One-Click Trading for any chart by pressing Alt+T or by clicking on the small triangle in the top-left corner of the chart.
When you do so, a small order panel pops up with Buy and Sell buttons, and the lot size.
How to Actually Place a Trade with One Click
Here’s what happens in action:
- You have your chart open.
- The One-Click panel is set.
- You’ve already set your lot size.
- The market is in motion—quick.
All you have to do is click Buy if you believe the price will increase or Sell if you believe it’ll decrease. You’re in.
The order goes straight to the broker’s server, and you’ll find your trade pop up in the Trade tab of the terminal.
The Good, the Bad, and the Risky
Let’s get real—yes, One-Click Trading might make you feel like a Wall Street hotshot, but it’s not all rainbows and instant gains.
The Good:
- Blazing-fast execution – Ideal for news trading, scalping, or responding to breakouts.
- Less hesitation – Minimizes the likelihood of second-guessing your setup.
- Fewer lost opportunities – You can get in ahead of price before it runs away from you.
The Bad:
- No second chances – You can’t double-check your stop loss or lot size prior to entering.
- Easy to misclick – An incorrect click can result in an unintended entry in the opposite direction.
The Risky:
- Overtrading temptation – Ease of entry can result in knee-jerk trades.
- Bigger emotional swings – Quick entries can also result in quick losses if you’re not in control.
Using One-Click Trading in High-Pressure Situations
Let’s discuss when you really need this feature. These are the times when seconds count:
News Releases
When Non-Farm Payrolls, interest rate announcements, or inflation statistics are released, the market can move 20 pips in the blink of an eye. If you take the time to open up the usual MT5 order window, you’ll likely enter way too late.
With One-Click Trading, you can enter your order as the candle is moving—capturing the early momentum.
Breakouts
You’ve spent the day watching a currency pair trading around a resistance zone. Price suddenly comes through with heavy volume. If you’re slow to react, you’ll miss the nice move and be left in catch-up mode.
One-Click Trading allows you to respond quickly before the candle closes far above your perfect entry.
Scalping Sessions
If you’re scalping—particularly in a funded firm test—time is your life. You’re usually shooting for 3–10 pips, so any slight hesitation can consume half your possible profit.
Unexpected Market Movements
The market sometimes responds to “unforeseen” events—such as surprise remarks from central bankers or geopolitical developments. During such times, you don’t have time to request courteous confirmations. You must be in or out immediately.
