How to Save Trading History

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Saving your trading history allows you to perform trade reviews, performance analysis, and strategy optimization, making it an essential part of disciplined trading.

Procedure

Step 1: Access the Account History Tab

Open MetaTrader 4 (MT4) or MetaTrader 5 (MT5), and navigate to the “Account History” tab located at the bottom of the platform.
Here, you can view all closed trades and historical account activity.

Step 2: Select Export Option

Within the “Account History” tab:

Right-click on any trade record
Choose one of the following options:
- “Save as Report” (Summary Report), or
- “Save as Detailed Report”

It is recommended to select Detailed Report for more comprehensive data analysis.

Step 3: Save the File

In the save dialog window:

Choose your preferred file location
Enter a file name (if necessary)
Click “Save” to export the report

The report is typically saved in HTML format, which can be opened in any web browser.

Important Notes

Ensure the correct date range is selected (e.g., “All History” or a custom period).
Exported reports contain sensitive account data—please store them securely.
It is recommended to regularly export your trading history for ongoing performance tracking and review.