New Member Quickstart

Welcome to YoForex! Here's how to post your first thread without overthinking it. Follow these steps, and you'll get helpful replies fast.

Quick Wins

Pick the right category – be specific, not general
Write a clear title – include pair and timeframe
State your question – one clear question per thread
Add context – what you tried, what happened
Attach proof – screenshot or chart if relevant

Your First Thread in 5 Minutes

Step 1: Choose the Right Category (1 minute)

Don't post in "General Discussion" unless you're really unsure. Use specific categories:

Common first posts:

EA question → EA Library
Strategy help → Trading Strategies
Broker question → Broker Reviews
Code help → Coding & Development
Learning question → Education & Resources

Pro tip: Subcategories exist. If discussing XAUUSD scalping, go to Trading Strategies → Scalping → XAUUSD for the best audience.

Step 2: Write a Clear Title (1 minute)

Bad first-post titles:

"Help me"
"Question about trading"
"Is this normal?"

Good first-post titles:

"XAUUSD M5 – Grid EA stops opening trades after 5 wins"
"EURUSD H1 – Which broker has lowest spread for swing trading?"
"MT5 – How to install .ex5 EA file correctly?"

Formula: [Pair/Topic] [Timeframe/Platform] – specific question or problem

Step 3: Start with Context (1 minute)

Template to copy:

"I'm [experience level] trader working with [what you're testing].

I'm trying to [what you want to achieve].

I've tried [what you already attempted].

Problem: [what's not working or what you're confused about].

Question: [one clear question]?"

Real example:

"I'm a beginner trader working with a free grid EA on XAUUSD.

I'm trying to backtest it on MT5 before using real money.

I've tried running the strategy tester, but results show 0 trades executed even though the EA is active.

Problem: The EA doesn't open any trades during backtesting, but I don't see any errors.

Question: What strategy tester settings do I need to change to make the EA execute trades?"

Step 4: Add Screenshots or Proof (1 minute)

If you have visuals, add them. Screenshots massively increase reply speed.

What to screenshot:

Chart showing your issue
EA settings panel
Backtest results
Error messages
Broker trading conditions page

How to attach: When creating thread, click "Attach Files" button and upload .jpg or .png files.

No screenshot? No problem. Just describe clearly in text.

Step 5: Fill Out Metadata (Optional, 30 seconds)

When posting, you'll see optional fields:

Instrument/Pair: Select from dropdown (e.g., XAUUSD, EURUSD)
Timeframe: M1, M5, H1, D1, etc.
Broker: Your broker name
Strategy: Grid, Martingale, MA Cross, etc.

Why bother? You earn bonus coins (+10 base + up to +12 bonus). Plus, your thread shows up in filtered searches.

First post and don't know? Skip it. You can still post without metadata.

Step 6: Review and Post (30 seconds)

Before clicking "Post Thread":

Does your title make sense?
Is your question clear?
Did you include what you already tried?

Yes? Hit "Post Thread" and you're done!

After Posting: What to Expect

First replies: Usually within 1-6 hours, depending on time of day.

What to do when someone replies:

Read carefully – they took time to help
Reply with results – "I tried this, it worked!" or "Still stuck, here's what happened..."
Ask follow-up if needed – but one question at a time
Mark accepted answer – when someone solves your problem, mark their reply as "accepted answer" (they get +15 coins!)

If nobody replies in 24 hours:

Add more details (what you tried since posting)
Add screenshots if you didn't before
Check if you posted in the right category

Common First-Post Mistakes (And How to Avoid Them)

Mistake 1: Too vague ❌ "EA not working"
✅ "XAUUSD M5 Grid EA opens only 1 trade then stops – settings look correct"

Mistake 2: Multiple questions in one thread ❌ "How do I install EA, which broker is best, and should I use VPS?"
✅ Pick ONE question. Ask others in separate threads.

Mistake 3: No context ❌ "Why doesn't this work?" (with screenshot)
✅ "I'm testing this MA cross EA on EURUSD H1. It should open trades when fast MA crosses slow MA, but it's not opening anything. Here's my chart:"

Mistake 4: Demanding instant answers ❌ "URGENT! Need answer NOW!"
✅ Just ask politely. People help when they can.

Mistake 5: Not replying to helpers ❌ Post question → get replies → disappear
✅ Post question → get replies → test their suggestions → report back

Quick Etiquette Tips

DO:

Say thanks when someone helps
Reply to follow-up questions
Mark accepted answer when solved
Upvote helpful replies

DON'T:

Spam "anyone?" every hour
Demand free EAs or code
Post same question in multiple categories
Get defensive if someone disagrees

What Happens Next?

After your first successful thread:

You earn coins for posting (+10 base, +12 max with metadata)
Your reputation starts building
You'll get notifications when people reply
You can participate in other threads (earn +2 coins per helpful reply)

Next steps after first thread:

Reply to a few other threads to help others (+2 coins each)
Complete your profile (add bio, trading interests)
Follow active community members
Check out the "Earn Coins" guide to stack rewards

Mini-FAQ

Q: What if my question is stupid?
A: There are no stupid questions. Everyone started somewhere. Just ask clearly.

Q: Should I introduce myself first?
A: Not necessary, but you can add "new to forex" or "beginner trader" in your post for context.

Q: Can I post in multiple categories?
A: No, that's spam. Pick the most relevant one. Moderators can move it if needed.

Q: What if I don't know which category fits?
A: Post in "General Discussion" and ask where to post it. Someone will guide you.

Q: How long before I can post again?
A: No cooldown. Post as many quality threads as you need.

End Note

Still nervous about posting? Just do it. Worst case: someone suggests a better way to phrase your question. Best case: you get your problem solved and earn coins doing it. Everyone here was new once. Welcome to the community!