Paper trading is the bridge between learning a strategy and risking your hard-earned money. TradingView provides a high-fidelity simulator that mimics real market conditions perfectly.
011. Setting Up Your Paper Account
Open the "Trading Panel" at the bottom and select "Paper Trading by TradingView." You can reset your balance to any amount to match your real-world starting capital.
022. Realistic Execution
The simulator includes spreads and commissions, allowing you to see if your strategy is actually profitable after costs. This is the only way to build true confidence.
Pro Tips for Success.
- »Treat the fake money as if it were real to build psychological discipline.
- »Journal your paper trades exactly like real ones.