Why it matters
It helps limit downside, though fast markets, gaps, or liquidity conditions can still cause worse outcomes.
What is a stop loss?
A stop loss is a risk control intended to close or reduce a position when price moves against the trade beyond a configured threshold.
How to check it
Review stop distance, trade size, volatility, fees, and whether the strategy is frequently stopped out.
How Quantova helps
Quantova includes configurable stop loss settings and bot logs so users can review how risk limits behave.
Risk note
Trading concepts and platform signals are educational. Crypto trading involves risk, including loss of capital.
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