Do you use SL?

[Claude]

Setting a stop loss is an integral part of successful trading. However I think it is ridiculous to set a stop loss of 10 pips because minor fluctuations can close our order. if we place a stop loss very near like 10 pips or 15 then a good order can be closed with a loss. I prefer to place a stop loss at least 30 pips away and usually place it from 30 to 80 pips depending upon the trading strategy.

 

[Aaron_0]

Setting a stop loss too close, like 10 or 15 pips, often triggers premature exits due to minor market fluctuations. I prefer placing stop losses at least 30 pips away, sometimes up to 80, depending on the strategy. This approach helps avoid unnecessary losses and allows trades room to breathe.

 

[sunar14]

SL placement should reflect pair volatility and spread, not just fixed values. As someone who’s been trading EUR/USD for 3 years with HFM, I’ve found 25–50 pips adapts well to its behavior

 

[Elijah_0]

Setting a very tight stop loss like 10 or 15 pips can often trigger premature exits due to normal market fluctuations. Placing stop losses between 30 to 80 pips, adjusted to your strategy, helps protect trades while giving enough room for the market to move naturally.

 

[Ricky Rk]

Setting a stop loss is an integral part of successful trading. However I think it is ridiculous to set a stop loss of 10 pips because minor fluctuations can close our order. if we place a stop loss very near like 10 pips or 15 then a good order can be closed with a loss. I prefer to place a stop loss at least 30 pips away and usually place it from 30 to 80 pips depending upon the trading strategy.

You're right—setting a stop loss too close, like 10–15 pips, often leads to premature exits from good trades due to normal market noise. A 30–80 pip stop loss, based on strategy and volatility, offers better protection and trade flexibility.

 

[RainbowRain]

It is also important to correctly calculate the size of your positions according to risk management rules. Never risk more than 1-2% of your deposit in one transaction. Stop loss should be set at such a distance that if it is triggered, you will lose no more than this percentage.