How do I Trade Options?

...Follow the Two Steps below

1.

Just right click on the instrument rate (in either the SELL or BUY column), and select "Buy Option":

2.

You will then be prompted for the option details as shown below.  Expiration date, Lot size, Strike Price, and Call or Put  can all be specified.  A live option price is displayed immediately:

Click "OK" to buy the option.

Any open or closed option positions will appear on your account statement.  Open positions can also be viewed in real-time by showing the "Options" window from the "Window" menu:

Visit GCI's Training area to learn more about options and how they can be used