The Quick Reference Guide identifies the more commonly used tools, features, and icons, and provides helpful tips for getting the most out of StreetSmart Edge®. For more education opportunities outside of the StreetSmart Edge® platform please review everything that the Schwab Learning Center has to offer.
Account Balances and Order Status
Realized Gain/Loss and Transactions
Trade and Probability Calculator
Option Quotes & Trade - All in One
Chart Studies and Drawing Tools
Positions and Orders on Charts
Commissions, taxes, and transaction costs are not included in any of these strategy discussions, but can affect final outcome and should be considered. Please contact a tax advisor to discuss the tax implications of these strategies. Many of the strategies described herein require the use of a margin account. With long options, investors may lose 100% of funds invested. In-the-money long puts need to be closed out prior to expiration, since exercising them could create short stock positions.
Options carry a high level of risk and are not suitable for all investors. Certain requirements must be met to trade options through Schwab. Multiple leg options strategies will involve multiple commissions. Spread trading must be done in a margin account. Please read the options disclosure document titled "Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options." Member SIPC