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Full View Stop Loss (SL) Take Profit (TP)

Fixed Stop Loss

Explanation

A Fixed SL is placed at a specific percentage or amount below your entry price. Simple and effective for beginners.

Ideal for beginners and low volatility markets. Easy to calculate and place.

Parameters

Type Fixed percentage
Distance 2% below entry price
Adjustment None

Advantages

✅ Simple to understand and apply
✅ Risk known in advance
✅ Perfect for position sizing

Disadvantages

❌ Doesn't adapt to market
❌ Can be hit by noise
❌ Doesn't protect profits
💡 Usage Tips

Place your SL below a key support (psychological level, moving average, resistance zone turned support). Respect a minimum risk/reward ratio of 1:2. NEVER move your SL in the direction of loss. For scalping: tight SL (0.5-1%). For swing: wide SL (3-5%).

🔗 Associated Indicators

Support/Resistance: Place SL just below major support • Moving Averages: SL below MA200 for long-term positions • Fibonacci: SL below 61.8% or 78.6% retracement level • Bollinger Bands: SL below lower band for long positions

Fixed Stop Loss Illustration

Trailing Stop Loss

Explanation

Trailing SL automatically moves up when price rises, progressively securing your profits.

Perfect for maximizing profits in strong trends. Let winners run.

Parameters

Type Dynamic follower
Activation After +3% profit
Distance 1.5% below the high

Advantages

✅ Automatically protects profits
✅ Lets trends run
✅ No constant monitoring needed

Disadvantages

❌ Can exit too early in volatility
❌ Complex for beginners
❌ Requires clear trend
💡 Usage Tips

Activate trailing only after reaching at least +2% profit - protect your gains first. Recommended trailing distance: 50% of average ATR to avoid premature exits. In strong uptrend, reduce trailing distance to capture more profit. NEVER let trailing drop below your entry point - secure at least breakeven.

🔗 Associated Indicators

ATR (Average True Range): Use 1.5× ATR as trailing distance for volatility adaptation • Parabolic SAR: Follow SAR to automatically adjust trailing stop • Supertrend: Excellent for defining trailing stop distance • RSI: Tighten trailing when RSI > 70 (overbought, reversal risk)

Trailing Stop Loss Illustration

Dynamic ATR Stop Loss

Explanation

ATR SL uses Average True Range to automatically adapt to market volatility.

Ideal for all market types. Automatically adapts to conditions.

Parameters

Type Based on volatility
Multiplier 1.5× ATR(14)
Adjustment Automatic by volatility

Advantages

✅ Adapts to real volatility
✅ Fewer false stops
✅ Used by professionals

Disadvantages

❌ Variable risk
❌ More complex calculation
❌ Can be wide in high volatility
💡 Usage Tips

Recommended ATR multiplier: ×2 for day trading, ×3-4 for swing trading. ATR automatically adapts to volatility - perfect for highly volatile assets like crypto. Recalculate ATR every 24 hours to stay aligned with market conditions. Formula: SL = Entry_Price - (ATR × Multiplier).

🔗 Associated Indicators

Bollinger Bands: High ATR = Wide Bollinger → Volatile market, increase multiplier • ADX (Average Directional Index): ADX > 25 + High ATR = Strong volatile trend, keep wide SL • Volume: Low volume + Low ATR = Consolidation, tighten SL • Keltner Channels: Already use ATR, perfect for confirming SL zones

ATR Stop Loss Illustration

Comparison of 3 Stop Loss Types

Explanation

Visualize how each SL type behaves in the same market situation.

Understand which SL to use based on market context and your trading style.

Maximum Portfolio Protection

Global Stop Loss

Explanation

The Global Stop Loss is a safety circuit breaker that automatically stops ALL your active trades if your cumulative losses reach a critical threshold. It's your protection against market shocks (flash crash, unexpected events, black swan).

Portfolio Safety Circuit Breaker

Parameters

Type Percentage of total capital
Activation threshold 5-10% total loss
Triggered action Close ALL trades

Advantages

✅ Protection against extreme events (flash crash, war, crisis)
✅ Capital preservation: stops losses before catastrophe
✅ Automatic circuit breaker: no emotional decisions

Disadvantages

❌ May close trades that would have bounced back
❌ Too tight threshold may stop too early
❌ Requires good calibration based on your capital
💡 Usage Tips

Configure SL Global between 5% (conservative) and 10% (aggressive) of your total capital. It's your last line of defense. NEVER disable it, even during high volatility periods. Example: with 1000 USDT and SL Global at 7%, all your trades automatically close if your losses reach 70 USDT cumulative.

🔗 Associated Indicators

Use SL Global in combination with: Position Management (limit number of simultaneous trades), Risk/Reward (favorable ratio), Diversification (don't bet everything on one pair). SL Global monitors your total DrawDown in real-time.

Fixed Take Profit

Explanation

Fixed TP is placed at a specific percentage or amount above your entry price.

Simple and effective. Ideal for setting a clear profit target.

Parameters

Type Fixed percentage
Target +5% above entry price
R/R Ratio 2.5:1 (SL 2%)

Advantages

✅ Simple and clear for beginners
✅ Easy to calculate and place
✅ Clear and precise target

Disadvantages

❌ Doesn't adapt to market
❌ Can miss big moves
❌ Ignores volatility
💡 Usage Tips

Use a minimum R/R ratio of 1:2. If your SL is at -2%, place your TP at minimum +4%. Ideal for scalping and quick small movements.

🔗 Associated Indicators

Key Support/Resistance, Fibonacci (38.2%, 50%, 61.8%), Psychological levels (round numbers)

Fixed Take Profit Illustration

Scaled Take Profit

Explanation

Divide your position into multiple TPs to progressively secure your profits.

Maximizes profits while securing a portion. Recommended balanced approach.

Parameters

Type Multi-level
TP1 (50%) +3% - Secures 50% position
TP2 (30%) +6% - Secures 30% position
TP3 (20%) +10% - Lets 20% run

Advantages

✅ Optimizes profit AND security
✅ Reduces psychological stress
✅ Captures large trends

Disadvantages

❌ More complex to manage
❌ Multiplied trading fees
❌ Requires minimum capital
💡 Usage Tips

Recommended strategy: 50% at TP1 (+2-3%), 30% at TP2 (+5-6%), 20% at TP3 (+8-10%). Ideal for swing trading and medium/long positions.

🔗 Associated Indicators

Multi-level Fibonacci, Pivot Points, Volume Profile, Extensions (127%, 161.8%)

Scaled Take Profit Illustration

Breakeven Take Profit

Explanation

Move your SL to entry point (0%) after reaching minimum profit for risk-free trading.

Eliminates risk as soon as possible. Perfect for cautious traders.

Parameters

Type Zero risk protection
Activation After +2% profit
SL Movement To entry price + spread

Advantages

✅ Completely eliminates risk
✅ Reduces emotional stress
✅ Perfect for beginners

Disadvantages

❌ Possible premature exit
❌ Too conservative sometimes
❌ Doesn't capture all profit
💡 Usage Tips

Activate breakeven after +1.5× your SL. If SL = -2%, move to entry point when +3% is reached. Then let it run with trailing.

🔗 Associated Indicators

EMA 20/50 (trend confirmation), Increasing volume, RSI > 50 (positive momentum)

Breakeven Take Profit Illustration

Trailing Take Profit

Explanation

Like trailing SL, TP automatically moves up to capture maximum profit.

Maximizes profits in strong trends. Lets winners run without limit.

Parameters

Type Dynamic follower
Activation Immediate
Distance 2% below reached high

Advantages

✅ Captures large trends
✅ No profit limit
✅ Automatic profit protection

Disadvantages

❌ Complex for beginners
❌ Requires strong trend
❌ Exits too early in volatility
💡 Usage Tips

Activate after minimum +3% profit. Recommended distance: 1.5-2% below the high. Perfect for cryptos in strong uptrend.

🔗 Associated Indicators

Moving Averages (EMA 9/21), ADX > 25 (strong trend), Bollinger Bands (volatility)

Trailing Take Profit Illustration

Dynamic Take Profit

Explanation

Automatically adjusts TP according to support/resistance, Fibonacci or technical indicators.

Adapts to real market conditions. Professional approach.

Parameters

Type Technical adaptive
Base Resistances + Fibonacci
Adjustment By indicators (RSI, MACD)

Advantages

✅ Adapts to real volatility
✅ Professional approach
✅ Optimized for each market

Disadvantages

❌ More complex calculation
❌ Requires advanced indicators
❌ Variable target
💡 Usage Tips

Use ATR(14) × 2.5 for TP. In high volatility, target automatically wider. Combines very well with SL ATR for consistency.

🔗 Associated Indicators

ATR (14 periods), Keltner Channels, Historical Volatility, Bollinger Bandwidth

Dynamic Take Profit Illustration

Intelligent Take Profit

Explanation

Combines multiple strategies: scaled + trailing + breakeven to optimize each trade.

Complete professional traders strategy. Maximum flexibility.

Parameters

Type Hybrid multi-strategy
Phase 1 TP1 at +3% (50% position)
Phase 2 SL → Breakeven after TP1
Phase 3 Trailing on remainder (50%)

Advantages

✅ Multi-criteria optimization
✅ Maximizes profit expectancy
✅ Adapts to full context

Disadvantages

❌ Very complex to configure
❌ Reserved for advanced traders
❌ Requires rigorous backtesting
💡 Usage Tips

Combine 3 conditions: Minimum profit (+2%), Technical signal (RSI < 35 or divergence), Negative momentum (MACD < 0). Exit only when all 3 are validated.

🔗 Associated Indicators

RSI + MACD + Stochastic, Divergences, Volume Profile, Order Flow

Intelligent Take Profit Illustration

R/R Based Take Profit

Explanation

Calculate your TP based on a predefined Risk/Reward ratio (e.g., 1:3 = 3× risk).

Rigorous mathematical approach. Guarantees long-term profitability.

Parameters

Type Based on mathematical ratio
Stop Loss -2% (risk)
Target ratio 1:3 (recommended)
Take Profit +6% (3× risk)

Advantages

✅ Mathematically consistent
✅ Automatic discipline
✅ Profitable long-term

Disadvantages

❌ Ignores market context
❌ Rigid in execution
❌ TP sometimes unrealistic
💡 Usage Tips

Minimum ratio 1:2, ideal 1:3. With 40% winrate and R/R 1:3, you're profitable! Formula: TP = Entry Price + (SL Distance × Ratio).

🔗 Associated Indicators

No indicators needed (pure calculation), Support/Resistance for validation, Price structure

R/R Take Profit Illustration

Take Profit Types Comparison

Explanation

Compare different TP strategies on the same price movement. Observe how each approach optimizes profit differently: Fixed TP exits early but secures, Scaled TP balances security and profit, Trailing TP captures maximum.

Use this comparison to choose the TP strategy adapted to your risk profile, capital and market conditions.

Take Profit Strategies Comparison
Type Complexity Security Max Profit Ideal for
Fixed TP ⭐ Easy 🟢 High 🟡 Medium Beginners, Scalping
Scaled TP ⭐⭐ Medium 🟢 High 🟢 High Swing, Medium positions
Breakeven TP ⭐ Easy 🟢🟢 Maximum 🟡 Medium Cautious traders
Trailing TP ⭐⭐⭐ Complex 🟡 Medium 🟢🟢 Maximum Strong trends
Dynamic TP ⭐⭐⭐ Complex 🟢 High 🟢 High Volatile markets
Smart TP ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Very Complex 🟢 High 🟢🟢 Maximum Advanced traders
R/R TP ⭐⭐ Medium 🟢 High 🟡 Medium-High Disciplined trading

💡 Risk Management Tips

✅ The 2% Rule

Never risk more than 2% of your total capital on a single trade. This golden rule protects your account from catastrophic losses and allows you to survive a series of losing trades.

🛡️ SL is Mandatory

ALWAYS place a stop loss before entering a position. An SL is your seat belt: you don't get in a car without it, never trade without an SL!

📊 Minimum R/R Ratio

Always aim for a risk/reward ratio of at least 1:2. If you risk €100, aim for minimum €200 profit. With a 1:3 ratio and 40% winrate, you're profitable!

💪 Emotional Discipline

Emotions are the trader's #1 enemy. Respect your plan: if your strategy says "sell", sell. No "5 more minutes", no "it will bounce back". Plan → Execute → Analyze.