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Position Size Calculator 2026

Free position size calculator — instant results for all lot sizes, pairs, and account currencies. Updated July 2026.

Position Size Calculator
⚡ Real-time calculation
↑ Fill in your values and click Calculate
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What is Position Size Calculator? — Complete Guide

A pip (Percentage in Point) is the smallest standardized price movement in forex. For EUR/USD, 1 pip = 0.0001. Pip value determines how much money you make or lose per pip of price movement.

Formula
Pip Value = Pip Size × Lot Size × Contract Size
= 0.0001 × 1 lot × 100,000 = $10.00 per pip
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How to Use the Position Size Calculator — Step by Step

Use the Position Size Calculator when planning trades to know exactly how much each pip is worth in your account. Always calculate before entering any position.

✓ Pro Tip
For EUR/USD: 1 standard lot = $10/pip. 0.10 lot = $1/pip. 0.01 lot = $0.10/pip. Set your lot size so that your stop loss in pips × pip value ≤ 2% of your account balance.
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FAQ — Position Size Calculator

How do I use the Position Size Calculator?
Enter your values in the fields above and click "Calculate Now". Results appear instantly. Use the Position Size Calculator when planning trades to know exactly how much each pip is worth in your account. Always calculate before entering any position.
Is this Position Size Calculator accurate?
Yes — we use the same formula as MT4, MT5, and cTrader platforms. Results are accurate to 4-5 decimal places.
Can I use this for all forex pairs?
Yes. This calculator works for all major and minor forex pairs, gold (XAU/USD), silver, oil, indices, and crypto pairs.
What lot size should I use as a beginner?
Start with 0.01 lots (micro lot) to minimize risk while learning. At 0.01 lots, each pip is worth $0.10 — a 50 pip stop loss = $5 maximum risk.
⚡ Quick Reference
1 Standard Lot
EUR/USD pip$10.00
Gold pip$1.00
USD/JPY pip~$6.49
BTC pip$0.10
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