Open a Robinhood account and complete identity verification
Enable margin if you want to day trade with a margin account
Deposit enough funds to meet the Pattern Day Trader minimum of $25,000 if applicable
Learn the Pattern Day Trader rule before placing frequent round-trip trades
Choose a liquid stock, ETF, or option with tight spreads and high volume
Use the Robinhood app or website to search the ticker
Review the chart, bid-ask spread, and recent price movement
Decide your entry price, stop-loss level, and profit target before buying
Place a buy order using market or limit order
Monitor the position during market hours
Sell the position the same day if executing a day trade
Track your buying power and unsettled funds
Avoid exceeding your day trade limits if your account is under $25,000
Use limit orders to control execution price
Review your trades and results after the market closes
Keep records for taxes and performance tracking
Be aware of fees, spreads, and tax implications
Use risk management and trade only money you can afford to lose