So, you've decided you want to trade currencies on the Forex market. You've decided that you need a system to help you get through things and make money. But how do you know which Forex currency trading system will work best for you?
You could trust the sales pitches on the websites of the different software companies. But you should really do more research. This is a big choice, and if you pick the wrong system, it could affect how much money you make trading currencies.
On the sales site, there will be a list of all the features. So far, so good. Check all of the features to see if anything is missing. Compare them to the features shown on other sites. That's when you'll start to see small differences between the different systems.
Next, see if you can get a demo version of the systems you're interested in. Before letting you see a demo, some sites will ask for your email address and other information. That's okay, because there are laws that keep you from getting emails forever.
When you get a demo or tour of the system, make sure you won't be interrupted. This needs all of your attention!
Check out everything that's available. Decide if you like the way the screen looks and how much information it gives you. Maybe the system has different modes so that as you get better, you can turn on more details and features that would only confuse you when you're just starting out.
Do this for each of the systems you want to learn about.
Most likely, one system will stand out as the one you should use.
But don't pull out your money just yet!
Go back to your favourite search engine and see what other people have said about the system. You are looking for both bad and good things. You should be able to find reviews on some forum sites where you can go back in time. You might find out how well the system is supported and how often it gets updated. How quickly are bugs fixed when they are found?
Now that you know all of this, you should be ready to jump in and start making money on the Forex markets.