Open a brokerage account with a licensed stockbroker or online investing platform
Complete identity verification and fund the account
Search for Apple Inc. using the ticker symbol AAPL
Choose the order type you want to place
Enter the number of shares or dollar amount you want to buy
Review the order details
Submit the buy order
Monitor your position after the trade is executed
Consider setting up dividend reinvestment if available
Keep track of fees, taxes, and your investment goals