#OrderTypes101 is your beginner-friendly guide to understanding how trades actually happen in the market. It’s not just about buying or selling—it’s *how* you do it that counts. Market orders get you in fast, at the best available price. Limit orders let you set your price and wait for the market to meet you. Stop-loss orders help protect your downside when things get rough. Then there are stop-limit orders—like a combo meal, offering control with conditions. Each order type is a tool, and knowing when to use which can be the difference between a smart trade and a costly mistake. Once you get comfortable with these basics, you stop reacting emotionally and start making calculated moves. Whether you're just dipping your toes in or planning your next big play, understanding order types builds the confidence every trader needs. Trade with intention, not just impulse.