Contract size
The unit represented by one lot varies by market and symbol.
Plan position mechanics
Trading calculators
Estimate indicative margin and pip value before placing an order, then verify the result against the live MT5 specification.
Margin estimate Pip-value estimate Educational tools
Trading leveraged products involves significant risk.
Margin calculator
Estimate collateral for a leveraged position
The result uses a simplified notional-value formula and can differ from DOYOS tiered or symbol-specific margin.
Indicative margin$1,085.00
Formula: price × lots × contract size ÷ leverage. Conversion and product rules are not included.
Pip-value calculator
Estimate the value of one pip
For many USD-quoted Forex pairs, one standard lot has an indicative pip value near USD 10, but conversion and symbol rules can change the result.
Indicative pip value$10.00
Formula: lots × contract size × pip size ÷ conversion rate. Check the live symbol and account currency.
Use estimates responsibly
A calculator cannot decide an appropriate trade size
Combine mechanical values with a defined loss limit and realistic gap scenario.
Account currency
Conversion affects margin, profit, loss and pip value.
Dynamic margin
Volume tiers or market events can increase the required collateral.
Gap risk
A stop can execute beyond its planned price, increasing loss.
These tools are educational estimates. The MT5 order ticket and live symbol specification are the final reference for account calculations.
Questions answered
Calculator questions
Know the inputs before relying on the output.
Why does MT5 show a different margin?
The platform can apply account currency conversion, instrument margin rates, volume tiers, hedge rules and current prices.
What is contract size?
It is the quantity represented by one lot. Forex is often 100,000 base-currency units per standard lot, while other CFDs differ.
What is a pip?
A pip is a standard price increment, commonly 0.0001 for many currency pairs and 0.01 for JPY-quoted pairs.
Does pip value equal maximum loss?
No. Loss depends on the distance moved, volume, slippage, costs and whether the position can be closed at the intended level.
Estimate first. Verify in MT5.
Use the calculator for planning, then confirm contract size, margin and live price in the DOYOS terminal.