Generating Reports
Create detailed performance reports for review, analysis, and sharing
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Generating Reports
TradeLogist can generate comprehensive reports to help you review your performance, share with mentors, or keep for your records.
Types of Reports
Performance Summary
A quick overview including:
- Key metrics (P/L, Win Rate, Profit Factor)
- Period comparison
- Best/worst trades
- Strategy summary
Detailed Trade Report
Complete trade-by-trade breakdown:
- Every trade with full details
- Notes and tags
- Entry/exit analysis
- Running P/L
Strategy Report
Per-strategy deep dive:
- Individual strategy metrics
- Strategy equity curve
- Trade distribution
- Improvement suggestions
Daily/Weekly/Monthly Reports
Time-based summaries:
- Period performance
- Goals progress
- Notable trades
- Lessons learned
Creating a Report
Quick Report
- Go to Dashboard > Analytics
- Click Generate Report
- Select report type
- Click Download
Custom Report
- Go to Analytics > Reports
- Click New Custom Report
- Select metrics to include
- Choose time period
- Add filters if needed
- Generate and download
Report Formats
PDF Report
Best for:
- Printing
- Sharing via email
- Professional presentation
- Archiving
Excel/CSV Export
Best for:
- Further analysis
- Custom calculations
- Data manipulation
- External tools
Web View
Best for:
- Quick review
- Interactive exploration
- No download needed
Report Contents
Summary Section
Key metrics at a glance:
| Metric | Description |
|---|---|
| Net P/L | Total profit/loss |
| Win Rate | Winning trade percentage |
| Profit Factor | Gross profit / Gross loss |
| Trade Count | Total trades |
| Average Trade | Mean P/L per trade |
Performance Charts
Visual representations:
- Equity curve
- P/L distribution
- Win/loss ratio
- Time-based performance
Trade Details
If included:
- Complete trade list
- Entry/exit details
- Notes and screenshots
- Strategy assignments
Analysis Section
Insights and patterns:
- Best performing days
- Strongest symbols
- Strategy comparison
- Improvement areas
Scheduling Reports
Automatic Reports
Set up recurring reports:
- Go to Settings > Reports
- Click Schedule Report
- Choose:
- Report type
- Frequency (daily/weekly/monthly)
- Delivery method (email/download)
- Save schedule
Report Schedule Options
| Frequency | Best For |
|---|---|
| Daily | Active day traders |
| Weekly | Most traders |
| Monthly | Swing traders |
| Quarterly | Position traders |
Sharing Reports
Email Reports
Send reports via email:
- Generate report
- Click Share
- Enter recipient email
- Add message (optional)
- Send
Coach/Mentor Sharing
For accountability:
- Schedule regular reports
- Include specific metrics
- Add notes for discussion
- Track progress together
Custom Metrics
Adding Custom Fields
Include what matters to you:
- Psychology scores
- Rule adherence
- Custom tags
- Notes and lessons
Removing Fields
Exclude sensitive data:
- Specific P/L amounts
- Account size
- Personal notes
Report Templates
Using Templates
Save time with templates:
- Create a custom report
- Click Save as Template
- Name your template
- Reuse anytime
Built-in Templates
Pre-made templates:
- Performance Review: Full monthly review
- Quick Summary: One-page overview
- Trade Log: Complete trade list
- Strategy Comparison: Side-by-side analysis
Report Best Practices
Weekly Review Report
Include:
- Week's trades with notes
- P/L summary
- Win rate by day
- Key lessons
- Goals for next week
Monthly Performance Report
Include:
- Complete metrics
- Equity curve
- Strategy breakdown
- Best/worst trades
- Monthly reflection
- Next month goals
Year-End Report
Include:
- Annual performance
- Month-by-month breakdown
- Strategy evolution
- Major lessons
- Next year plan
Using Reports for Improvement
Pattern Recognition
Reports help identify:
- Recurring mistakes
- Consistent strengths
- Timing patterns
- Strategy effectiveness
Goal Tracking
Use reports to track:
- Monthly P/L goals
- Trade count targets
- Win rate objectives
- Consistency metrics
Trend Analysis
Compare reports over time:
- Is performance improving?
- Are mistakes reducing?
- Is consistency increasing?
Privacy and Security
Report Privacy
Your reports are:
- Private by default
- Only shared when you choose
- Encrypted during transfer
- Not stored when emailed
Sensitive Data
Consider before sharing:
- Account size information
- Specific P/L amounts
- Personal notes
- Strategy details
Troubleshooting
Report Not Generating
- Check date range has trades
- Verify filters aren't too restrictive
- Try a smaller date range
- Contact support if persistent
Missing Data
- Check trades are logged
- Verify correct date range
- Check filter settings
- Refresh and retry
Next Steps
- Dashboard Overview - Analytics overview
- Data Export - Export raw data
- Strategy Analysis - Compare strategies