How do I trade during extended hours?

How can I activate extended hours trading for my order?

App & Web:

1. Select the symbol you wish to trade.
2. Trade ➝ Trading Hours: Include Ext. ➝ Buy
3. Confirm

What are the limitations of extended hours trading?

• Order protection rule not applied: During extended hours, there is no requirement for trades to be executed at the best available price across all exchanges. This lack of protection can lead to wider bid-ask spreads and potentially worse execution prices due to reduced liquidity.
• Increased volatility and lower liquidity: Trading volumes and liquidity are typically lower during extended hours compared to regular market sessions. Without the protections of Regulation NMS, this can lead to higher price volatility and challenges in executing large orders without significantly affecting the stock price.
• Limited market participation: Some securities, including options (with certain index and equity exceptions), warrants, rights, OTC stocks, and fractional shares, are not available for trading during extended hours. Additionally, fewer market participants during these hours can result in reduced liquidity and lower execution quality.
• Limit orders only: Only limit orders are accepted during extended hours, and you must select the Extended Hours when placing your order.

How can I enable or disable extended hours quotes on the chart?

App:

1. Choose your desired symbol to trade.
2. Select the Chart Toolbox (clover icon in the bottom right of the chart).
3. Settings ➝ Including Extended Hours

Web:

1. Choose your desired symbol to trade.
2. Click the Ext. button located in the bottom right of the chart.