Who this is for — Traders who lose quality under pressure, speed or fatigue. Checklist is the last filter before the click.
The checklist turns trading plan and playbook into closed questions (yes/no) to complete before the order. Makes process adherence measurable in the journal.
In plain terms — Traffic light: one critical no → do not go, however good the chart looks.
Typical blocks
| Block | Examples |
|---|---|
| Context | Trend/regime aligned with playbook? |
| Trigger | Signal present and defined? |
| Risk | Size, stop, R:R within limits? |
| No-trade | Macro news imminent? Max loss hit? |
| Execution | Orders and exits preset? |
Short (≤10 critical items), non-negotiable, printable or on second monitor.
Improvement cycle
- Use on every trade
- Log violations in journal
- Analyze in weekly review
- Change items only with statistical evidence
Typical mistake — Filling it **after** entry to justify emotional choice — useless.
Example — «Relevant news within 15 min?» = yes → skip, even with A+ setup.
Summary sheet
- When: pre-market + pre-click instant.
- Format: yes/no, zero ambiguity.
- Rule: one critical no = no trade.
Silver path — Review module. Index: Silver path.