Stop Loss & Take Profit Calculator: Plan Your Trade Exits & Risk
Properly planning trade exits is essential for protecting capital and maximizing profits. Our Stop Loss / Take Profit Calculator helps traders quickly determine stop loss and take profit levels, reward/risk ratio, potential gain and loss, net gain/loss after fees, required win rate, and the percentage of account risked — making it easier to manage trades, control risk, and make informed trading decisions.
🛠️ How to Use the Calculator
Enter Trade Details:
Input Entry Price, Stop Loss, and Take Profit levels.
Optional Inputs:
Add Position Size, Account Size, and Commission / Fee (flat or percentage).
Select Fee Type
Check “Flat Fee” if your commission is fixed; leave unchecked for % fee.
Click Calculate
Get a detailed breakdown:
reward/risk ratio, potential gain/loss, net gain/loss after fees, required win rate, and % of account risked.
📊 Example Scenarios
Scenario 1: Long Trade
- Entry Price: $100
- Stop Loss: $95
- Take Profit: $120
- Position Size: 10 units
- Commission: $5 (flat)
- Reward/Risk Ratio: 4:1
- Potential Gain: $200
- Potential Loss: $50
- Net Gain / Loss: $190 / $60
- Required Win Rate: 20%
- % of Account Risked: 1%
Scenario 2: Short Trade
- Entry Price: $20
- Stop Loss: $18
- Take Profit: $28
- Position Size: 50 units
- Commission: 0.5%
- Reward/Risk Ratio: 3:1
- Potential Gain: $300
- Potential Loss: $100
- Net Gain / Loss: $290 / $110
- Required Win Rate: 25%
- % of Account Risked: 2.0%
❓ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
What is a stop loss and take profit calculator?
A stop loss and take profit calculator instantly shows optimal exit levels for a trade based on your entry price, risk tolerance, and desired reward. It tells you where to place stop loss and take profit orders to manage risk and secure gains.
Why is calculating stop loss and take profit important?
It prevents emotional trading and ensures consistent risk management. By defining exit points in advance, you protect your capital from large losses and lock in profits when the market moves in your favor.
How do you calculate stop loss?
Stop Loss Price = Entry Price – (Risk Amount ÷ Position Size) for long trades
Example: Buy 100 shares at $50, risk $200 → Stop Loss = 50 – (200 ÷ 100) = $48.
How do you calculate take profit?
Take Profit Price = Entry Price + (Reward Ratio × Risk per Trade ÷ Position Size) for long trades
Example: Entry $50, risk $2 per share, reward ratio 2:1 → Take Profit = 50 + (2×2) = $54.
Can this calculator work for short trades?
Yes. For short trades:
Stop Loss = Entry Price + (Risk Amount ÷ Position Size)
Take Profit = Entry Price – (Reward Ratio × Risk per Trade ÷ Position Size)
How does risk/reward ratio affect stop loss and take profit?
Higher reward ratios move take profit further from entry while keeping stop loss fixed. This allows traders to target bigger gains while limiting losses according to risk rules.
Is the stop loss / take profit calculator accurate?
Yes, mathematically it’s precise based on your inputs. Accuracy depends on correct entry price, position size, and chosen risk/reward ratio. Market slippage or sudden volatility can affect actual execution.
How does this calculator help traders?
It helps traders define clear exit points, enforce risk management, and plan trades ahead of time. This prevents emotional decisions and supports consistent profitability.
Can it integrate with other calculators?
Yes. It works well with position size and profit/loss calculators. Together, they allow full trade planning: size the position, set stop loss/take profit, and see potential net profit or loss.
Why should traders use this calculator before placing trades?
To protect capital, maximize gains, and trade with discipline. Predefined exits reduce emotional mistakes, enforce strategy rules, and improve long-term trading performance.
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