# Risk Level

The lot size for each trade is dynamically calculated based on several factors, including your **account balance**, **available equity**, **market conditions**, and **trend strength**.

* **Low: S**mall lot sizes; Ideal for conservative trading or small accounts.
* **Medium:** Balanced risk and trade size; suitable for steady growth
* **High:** Larger trades; for experienced users comfortable with higher volatility
* **Extreme:** Very high risk and trade size; only recommended for aggressive strategies and large accounts

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**Tip:** Start with **Low or Medium** risk to get familiar with the EA. Adjust gradually based on performance, account size, and your comfort with risk.

Choosing the right level helps balance **growth potential** with **account protection**, especially in volatile markets like gold.
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#### **Risk Level Settings & Lot Size Behavior**

The lot size for each trade is **dynamically calculated** based on multiple factors:

* Account balance
* Available equity
* Market conditions
* Trend strength

**🔹 Risk Level Options:**

* **Low**:\
  Small lot sizes. Ideal for conservative trading or small accounts.
* **Medium**:\
  Balanced risk and trade size. Suitable for steady, long-term growth.
* **High**:\
  Larger trades. For experienced users who are comfortable with more volatility.
* **Extreme**:\
  Very high risk and trade size. Only recommended for aggressive strategies and large accounts.

> ✅ **Tip**: Start with **Low** or **Medium** risk to get familiar with the EA’s behavior. Adjust gradually based on performance, account size, and your comfort with risk.

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#### **Important Warning:**

Using **High or Extreme risk on a small account** (e.g., under $2,000) can cause:

* High drawdowns
* Faster account depletion in volatile conditions
* Increased emotional pressure and risk of panic decisions

**Gold is a volatile asset.** To protect your capital:

* Match the risk level to your account size and comfort
* Always enable a **Hard Stop** or **Stop Loss**
* Monitor regularly, especially in fast-moving markets
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