Question 1

Exit Methods

Accepted Answer

StratBase.ai supports multiple exit methods that can be used independently or combined: | Method | Description | Configuration | |--------|-------------|---------------| | **Stop-Loss** | Close at a loss threshold | Fixed %, ATR-based, indicator, price level | | **Take-Profit** | Close at a profit target | Simple %, multi-level, signal-based | | **Trailing Stop** | Dynamic stop that follows price | Activation %, trail distance % | | **Breakeven** | Move stop to entry price after reaching profit

Question 2

Stop-Loss

Accepted Answer

Protects against large losses by closing the position when price moves against you. **Types:** - **Fixed %** — close at a set percentage from entry (e.g., -2%) - **ATR-based** — dynamic SL based on market volatility (e.g., 2× ATR) - **Indicator-based** — SL at an indicator level (e.g., below Parabolic SAR) - **Price level** — SL at a specific price See [Stop Loss Configuration](/help/stop-loss) for full details.

Question 3

Take-Profit

Accepted Answer

Locks in gains by closing the position at a profit target. **Types:** - **Simple %** — close at a set percentage profit (e.g., +5%) - **Custom multi-level** — partial closes at multiple levels (e.g., 50% at +3%, 50% at +6%) - **Signal-based** — close when an indicator condition is met See [Take Profit Configuration](/help/take-profit) for full details.

Question 4

Trailing Stop

Accepted Answer

A dynamic stop-loss that follows the price as it moves in your favor: 1. Activates after price reaches a minimum profit (activation %) 2. Trails behind the price at a set distance (trail %) 3. Closes the position if price reverses by the trail distance See [Trailing Stop & Breakeven](/help/trailing-breakeven) for full details.

Question 5

Breakeven

Accepted Answer

Moves the stop-loss to the entry price after reaching a minimum profit: 1. Position opens at entry price 2. Price moves in your favor by the activation % 3. Stop-loss is moved to entry price (break-even point) 4. You can no longer lose on this trade (excluding slippage/commission) > **Important:** Trailing Stop and Breakeven are **mutually exclusive** — you cannot use both on the same strategy. Enable one, and the other is automatically disabled.

Question 6

Signal-Based Exit

Accepted Answer

Close positions based on indicator conditions, using the same Logic Builder as entry: - Close long when RSI > 70 (overbought) - Close short when MACD cross_over Signal (bullish reversal) - Close when price crosses below a moving average Signal-based exits are configured in the **Exit Conditions** section of the configurator.

Question 7

Combining Exit Methods

Accepted Answer

Best practice is to combine multiple exit methods:

Question 8

Conservative Example

Accepted Answer

- **SL:** 2% fixed - **TP:** 4% simple (2:1 reward/risk ratio)

Question 9

Advanced Example

Accepted Answer

- **SL:** 1.5× ATR - **TP:** Level 1 at +3% (50% position), Level 2 at +6% (50% position) - **Trailing:** Activates at +2%, trails at 1%

Question 10

Signal + Safety Net

Accepted Answer

- **Primary exit:** RSI > 70 (signal-based) - **Safety SL:** 5% fixed (protects if signal never triggers) > **Tip:** Always set a stop-loss, even when using signal-based exits. A safety stop protects against unexpected market moves when your signal conditions may not trigger.

Question 11

FAQ

Accepted Answer

**Q: What happens if multiple exit conditions trigger on the same candle?** A: The first condition that triggers is executed. Priority order: SL → TP → Trailing → Signal. **Q: Can I exit without any conditions?** A: Yes, but not recommended. Without exit conditions, the position stays open until the end of the test period. **Q: Should I use fixed % or ATR-based stops?** A: ATR-based stops adapt to market volatility — wider in volatile markets, tighter in calm markets. Fixed % is simpler but less

Question 12