# Scaled Order

A Scaled Order is a trading strategy that places multiple buy or sell orders at predefined price intervals, either above or below the current market price. This creates a series of smaller orders that scale into or out of a position gradually, rather than executing a single large order.

### **When to Use?**

* When you want to **average your entry or exit price** over a range instead of committing at one price point.
* Suitable for traders who expect **gradual market movements** or who want to reduce the impact of volatility and slippage.
* Often used to **ladder into positions** during uncertain market conditions or to **ladder out** when taking profits.

***

### **Key Points**

* Helps reduce the risk of poor timing by spreading orders across different price levels.
* Can be configured with the number of orders, price range, and distribution (equal or weighted).
* Execution depends on market movements — some or all orders may remain unfilled if the price does not reach those levels.
* Useful for both **long-term accumulation strategies** and **short-term trading in volatile markets**.