Stop the Panic: How to Set a Stop-Loss Like a Pro
We’ve been talking lately about Stop Loss at length and how crucial it is, because we’ve all been there: the market moves against you, your heart races, and you think, “Why didn’t I set a stop-loss?!” Don’t make that mistake again.. Here’s your step-by-step guide to setting a stop-loss that protects your profits and minimizes your losses.
1. Know Your Risk Tolerance
Before entering, decide how much you’re willing to lose—1-2% of your capital per trade is a solid rule.
2. Use a Crypto Position Size Calculator
Before opening any leveraged trade, always use a position size calculator to assess your risk properly.
3. Set Take Profit Targets First
Before setting your stop-loss, set clear take profit targets. Once your first take profit hits, move your stop-loss to break-even to protect yourself.
4. Place Stop-Loss Based on Technicals
Use support and resistance:
• Buy: Stop-loss below support.
• Sell: Stop-loss above resistance.
5. Use a Fixed Dollar or Percentage Amount
For precision, set your stop-loss based on a fixed amount or percentage, like 2% of your trade.
6. Trail Your Stop-Loss for Protection
Once the market moves in your favor, trail your stop-loss to lock in profits as the price rises.
Final Tip: The stop-loss is your safety net, not a crutch. It’s there to give you the confidence to trade with discipline. Want to trade smarter with proven strategies? Click here to copy my trades and 🚀💰.