Can I add trading permissions from within the platform?

Instructions

Yes, if you're logged into your production account you can access the Portal Trading Permissions from the Account avatar The account avatar icon drop-down.

You CANNOT access the Portal features if you're logged into the Paper Trading version of IBKR Desktop.

The trading permissions menu on IBKR Desktop.

 

Additional Resources

Learn About the IBKR Desktop Interface at IBKR Campus

Visit the IBKR Desktop Website