Step-by-step guide
How to Keep a Trading Journal
Build a useful habit: write down the plan, capture execution, and review decisions without judging each trade only by profit or loss.
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Guides for Better Trading Reviews
A journal becomes useful when you can compare your plan with your actions and spot patterns across many trades. Start with the process guide, use the template, and bring your notes into a regular review.
Practical template
Trading Journal Template
Copy spreadsheet column headings, see a sample review, and use a weekly checklist to find repeatable lessons.
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Trading Analytics Software
See how your own trade records can be grouped by strategy, session, instrument, and mistakes.
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Explore the day trading journal, stock trading journal, or futures trading journal to see how TradeOS AI supports the review process.