Strategy Validation Tips

Before running a backtest, verify that your strategy is properly configured. The Visual Builder includes validation checks, but knowing what to look for helps you catch issues early.

Validation Checklist

• Every entry condition has a corresponding exit condition
• Risk management blocks (stop loss, take profit) are connected to every entry action
• All indicator parameters are set to reasonable values
• Connections between blocks are complete — no disconnected blocks
• Position sizing is configured and appropriate for your account size
• The strategy has at least one complete path from entry to exit

Common Issues

• Missing exit conditions — Your strategy enters trades but never exits them
• Conflicting conditions — Two conditions that can never both be true at the same time
• Missing risk management — No stop loss means unlimited downside risk
• Unrealistic parameters — Indicator periods that are too short produce noise, too long produce lag