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Forex Trading Strategy Template
A clear forex strategy describes the pairs, the session, the setup and the way you control risk. Use this template to put those pieces in writing.
Why forex traders need written rules
Forex moves on macro flows, sessions and news. Written rules help you stay consistent across very different market conditions.
Currency pairs
State the pairs you trade. Majors, crosses and exotics behave differently in spread and volatility.
Trading session
London, New York, Tokyo or the overlap. The session you choose should match your setup.
Timeframe
Pick the timeframe where your setup is most clear, and a higher timeframe for context.
Market condition
Trend, range or breakout. A setup that works in a trend may fail in a range.
Setup conditions
Describe the structure, indicators or patterns required before you consider an entry.
Entry confirmation
What exactly triggers the trade. A candle close, a level retest, an indicator cross.
Stop loss placement
Beyond structure, beyond a recent swing or based on volatility. Make the rule explicit.
Take profit logic
Fixed R multiple, key level, or trailing. Match it to how your strategy is supposed to play out.
Risk per trade
Most traders express this as a percentage of account. Define the number and stick to it.
News filter
State which news events you avoid and how long before and after the release you stop trading.
Review notes
After each trade, note whether you followed the rules and what you can improve.
Copyable forex strategy template
Currency Pairs: Session: Timeframe: Setup: Entry Confirmation: Stop Loss: Take Profit: Risk Per Trade: News Filter: Invalid Setup: Review Notes:
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