> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://copier-docs.redfox-capital.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://copier-docs.redfox-capital.com/config/lot-size-and-risk-management-guide.md). # Lot Size & Risk Management Guide ### 📋 Overview This section controls how the EA calculates lot sizes for each trade. You can choose between automatic lot sizing based on risk percentage, or fixed lot sizes. *** ### ⚙️ Settings Explained #### **1. Lot Size Calculation Mode** ``` LotMode = AUTO_LOT | FIXED_LOTSIZE | LOT_BY_BALANCE ``` **AUTO\_LOT**: EA automatically calculates lot size based on your risk percentage and Stop Loss distance. * ✅ Best for consistent risk management * ✅ Adapts to different Stop Loss sizes * ⚠️ Requires proper SL in signals **FIXED\_LOTSIZE**: Uses predetermined lot sizes regardless of risk. * ✅ Simple and predictable * ✅ Good for testing strategies * ⚠️ Risk varies with SL distance **LOT\_BY\_BALANCE**: Scales lot size with account balance. *** #### **2. Basic Risk Settings** **Balance** ``` Balance = 1000 // Account balance for calculations ``` * Set to `0` → EA uses your current MT4 account balance * Set to specific value → EA uses this for risk calculations * Useful for testing with virtual balance **MaxRiskPerTrade** ``` MaxRiskPerTrade = 1 // Risk 1% per trade ``` * Percentage of balance you're willing to risk per trade * Example: $10,000 balance × 1% = $100 risk per trade * **Conservative**: 0.5-1% * **Moderate**: 1-2% * **Aggressive**: 2-5% **LotDefault** ``` LotDefault = 0.01 // Fixed lot size ``` * Used when `LotMode = FIXED_LOTSIZE` * This is your default lot for all trades *** #### **3. TP Level Configuration** **MaxTPLevel** ``` MaxTPLevel = TP5 // Can be TP1, TP2, TP3, TP4, TP5 ``` Sets the highest Take Profit level EA will use from signals. **Example:** * Signal has: TP1, TP2, TP3, TP4, TP5 * You set: `MaxTPLevel = TP3` * EA will only open orders for TP1, TP2, TP3 * TP4 and TP5 are ignored **MaxOrdersPerSignal** ``` MaxOrdersPerSignal = 1 // Max orders per signal ``` * `1` = Open only 1 order per signal * `3` = Open up to 3 orders (for TP1, TP2, TP3) * `5` = Open 5 orders (one for each TP level) **numberOpenOrderConfig** ``` numberOpenOrderConfig = NUMBER_BY_TP_SIGNAL | NUMBER_BY_CONFIG ``` **NUMBER\_BY\_TP\_SIGNAL**: Opens orders based on TP levels in signal * Signal has TP1, TP2, TP3 → Opens 3 orders **NUMBER\_BY\_CONFIG**: Opens orders based on `MaxOrdersPerSignal` * Even if signal has 5 TPs, opens only `MaxOrdersPerSignal` orders *** #### **4. Fixed Lot Per TP Level** Used when `LotMode = FIXED_LOTSIZE` ``` LotTP1 = 0.03 // 0.03 lot for TP1 order LotTP2 = 0.02 // 0.02 lot for TP2 order LotTP3 = 0.01 // 0.01 lot for TP3 order LotTP4 = 0.01 LotTP5 = 0.01 ``` **Example Scenario:** * Signal: EURUSD BUY with TP1, TP2, TP3 * EA opens: * Order 1: 0.03 lot → TP1 * Order 2: 0.02 lot → TP2 * Order 3: 0.01 lot → TP3 * Total exposure: 0.06 lot *** #### **5. Auto Lot Risk Per TP Level** Used when `LotMode = AUTO_LOT` ``` RiskPerTradeTP1 = 1 // Risk 1% for TP1 RiskPerTradeTP2 = 1 // Risk 1% for TP2 RiskPerTradeTP3 = 1 // Risk 1% for TP3 RiskPerTradeTP4 = 1 RiskPerTradeTP5 = 1 ``` **How it works:** For each TP level, EA calculates: ``` Lot Size = (Balance × Risk%) / (SL Distance in $ per lot) ``` **Example:** * Balance: $10,000 * Risk per TP: 1% * SL Distance: 50 pips * Pip Value: $10/lot for EURUSD Calculation for TP1: ``` Risk Amount = $10,000 × 1% = $100 SL Value = 50 pips × $10 = $500 per lot Lot Size = $100 / $500 = 0.20 lot ``` *** #### **6. AllowPendingForDualEntry** ``` AllowPendingForDualEntry = true ``` When signal has 2 entry prices: * `true`: Opens 1 market order at current price + 1 pending order at 2nd entry * `false`: Opens only 1 market order, ignores 2nd entry *** ### 📊 Configuration Examples #### **Example 1: Conservative Trader** ``` LotMode = AUTO_LOT Balance = 0 // Use current balance MaxRiskPerTrade = 0.5 // Risk only 0.5% MaxTPLevel = TP3 MaxOrdersPerSignal = 3 RiskPerTradeTP1 = 0.5 RiskPerTradeTP2 = 0.3 RiskPerTradeTP3 = 0.2 ``` **Result:** Very low risk, takes profit at 3 levels with decreasing risk allocation. *** #### **Example 2: Aggressive Trader** ``` LotMode = AUTO_LOT Balance = 0 MaxRiskPerTrade = 2 // Risk 2% per trade MaxTPLevel = TP5 MaxOrdersPerSignal = 5 RiskPerTradeTP1 = 2 RiskPerTradeTP2 = 1.5 RiskPerTradeTP3 = 1 RiskPerTradeTP4 = 0.5 RiskPerTradeTP5 = 0.5 ``` **Result:** Higher risk, takes all 5 TP levels with front-loaded risk. *** #### **Example 3: Fixed Lot Scalper** ``` LotMode = FIXED_LOTSIZE LotDefault = 0.10 MaxTPLevel = TP1 MaxOrdersPerSignal = 1 LotTP1 = 0.10 ``` **Result:** Simple setup, 0.10 lot per trade, only TP1. *** #### **Example 4: Balanced Pyramiding** ``` LotMode = FIXED_LOTSIZE MaxTPLevel = TP3 MaxOrdersPerSignal = 3 LotTP1 = 0.05 // Largest position LotTP2 = 0.03 // Medium LotTP3 = 0.02 // Smallest ``` **Result:** Classic pyramiding - larger position at closer TP, smaller at distant TP. *** #### **Example 5: Equal Risk Distribution** ``` LotMode = AUTO_LOT Balance = 0 MaxRiskPerTrade = 1.5 MaxTPLevel = TP4 MaxOrdersPerSignal = 4 RiskPerTradeTP1 = 1.5 RiskPerTradeTP2 = 1.5 RiskPerTradeTP3 = 1.5 RiskPerTradeTP4 = 1.5 ``` **Result:** Each TP level has equal 1.5% risk. *** ### ⚠️ Important Notes #### **Risk Calculation Formula** When using AUTO\_LOT: ``` Lot = (Balance × Risk%) / (SL in pips × Pip Value) ``` **Key factors:** 1. **Balance**: Higher balance → larger lots 2. **Risk%**: Higher % → larger lots 3. **SL Distance**: Larger SL → smaller lots (to maintain risk) 4. **Pip Value**: Varies by instrument (EURUSD ≠ XAUUSD) *** #### **Common Mistakes to Avoid** ❌ **Setting MaxRiskPerTrade = 0 with AUTO\_LOT** * EA will fail to initialize * Must be > 0 ❌ **Total risk > account balance** * Example: 5 orders × 2% each = 10% total risk * With losing streak, can blow account quickly ❌ **Not considering correlation** * Opening EURUSD, GBPUSD, AUDUSD at once * All may move together = multiplied risk ❌ **Using AUTO\_LOT without SL** * EA cannot calculate lot size * Will skip order or use default *** ### 💡 Best Practices #### ✅ **1. Start Conservative** ``` MaxRiskPerTrade = 0.5-1% Total risk per signal (all TPs) < 3% ``` #### ✅ **2. Decrease Risk for Higher TPs** ``` RiskPerTradeTP1 = 1.0 // Close TP = higher confidence RiskPerTradeTP2 = 0.7 // Medium TP RiskPerTradeTP3 = 0.5 // Distant TP = lower confidence ``` #### ✅ **3. Test on Demo First** * Run for 1-2 weeks * Verify lot sizes are reasonable * Check total exposure #### ✅ **4. Monitor Drawdown** * Max drawdown should be < 20% * If exceeds, reduce risk% #### ✅ **5. Account for Leverage** * Higher leverage ≠ higher profit * Use proper risk% regardless of leverage *** ### 🎯 Quick Start Recommendations #### **Small Account ($500-$2000)** ``` LotMode = AUTO_LOT Balance = 0 MaxRiskPerTrade = 1 MaxTPLevel = TP2 MaxOrdersPerSignal = 2 RiskPerTradeTP1 = 1 RiskPerTradeTP2 = 0.5 ``` #### **Medium Account ($2000-$10000)** ``` LotMode = AUTO_LOT Balance = 0 MaxRiskPerTrade = 1 MaxTPLevel = TP3 MaxOrdersPerSignal = 3 RiskPerTradeTP1 = 1 RiskPerTradeTP2 = 0.8 RiskPerTradeTP3 = 0.5 ``` #### **Large Account ($10000+)** ``` LotMode = AUTO_LOT Balance = 0 MaxRiskPerTrade = 0.5-1 MaxTPLevel = TP4 MaxOrdersPerSignal = 4 RiskPerTradeTP1 = 1 RiskPerTradeTP2 = 0.8 RiskPerTradeTP3 = 0.6 RiskPerTradeTP4 = 0.4 ``` *** ### 📞 Support If you have questions about lot sizing: 1. Check your EA logs for lot calculation details 2. Test on demo account first 3. Contact support with specific scenarios **Remember:** Good risk management = Long-term success! 🚀