In this video I’m breaking down stop orders—what they are, how they work, and why most newer traders get tripped up by them. A stop order isn’t “magic risk control” by itself; it’s just an instruction that triggers when price hits a level. The big thing to understand is what happens after it triggers, because that’s where people get surprised with fills, slippage, and getting taken out when the tape gets fast. I walk through the practical difference between using a stop market versus a stop limit, and when each one actually makes sense for day trading. If I’m in something that can move quick, I care way more about getting out than getting a perfect price—because a “perfect” stop that doesn’t fill is useless. The takeaway is simple: stops are part of execution, not just “strategy.” You need to place them where your idea is invalidated, understand how your broker routes them, and respect that volatility and liquidity decide your fill—not your feelings.