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Date/Time: Sun, 24 Nov 2024 18:25:28 +0000
Post From: Performing Backtest for my automated trading system
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I want to perform a backtest for 2 years back
You will need to make sure the chart has all the dates you want. The most accurate form of backtest is to use the Chart>>Replay Chart>>Replay Chart (Control Panel) Ctrl-R. (Tip: Use Ctrl-R). If the system relies on data from other charts, then set Charts to Replay = All Charts in Chartbook, otherwise single chart is fine. Set Replay Mode to Accurate Trading System Back Test Mode. Check Use Start Date-Time Set Date and Time to 2 years back. Set Speed to 1 at first, and then set to a faster speed. Check Skip Empty Periods. When you click Play, Clear All Data for Symbol and Account and set the Processing Step to 60 seconds, if you don't need to watch in slow motion. Results my vary if you change the speed too much, depending on your charts and trading Bot. I recommend doing tests at different speeds to see where they match Speed = 1. is there a way I can perform a backtest like in MT4 ?
If you are looking to optimize parameters, there is no automated way to do that.
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