Live Backtest Results
The BTC Long Lower Shadow backtest applies the same rule throughout this page: Enter long when a Long Lower Shadow pattern is detected. Exit long when a Bearish Engulfing pattern is detected.
ROI
146.7%
Win Rate
55.1%
Max DD
79.05%
Sharpe
0.47
Profit Factor
1.12
Total Trades
187
Backtest insights
The Long Lower Shadow strategy generated reported ROI of 146.7% from exact raw Total Return 1.4666368731800001 over the 4 hour timeframe. Maximum drawdown was 79.05%, win rate was 55.1%, and the test recorded 187 trades.
Performance may vary depending on market conditions. During trending periods, the strategy may behave differently compared to ranging markets, impacting both returns and drawdowns.
How the BTC Long Lower Shadow Strategy Works
What It Is
A Long Lower Shadow candle has a lower wick that extends well below its real body, indicating that price traded lower before recovering into the close. This long-only rule measures the recovery setup rather than assuming a forecast.
How Signals Are Generated
A long entry triggers when a Long Lower Shadow pattern is detected on the selected timeframe. The position exits when a Bearish Engulfing pattern is detected.
When It Works Best
It can work when BTC/USDT rejects lower prices within a constructive trend and follow-through confirms the recovery.
When It Performs Poorly
It can perform poorly when the lower wick appears during persistent selling or when recovery fails after the candle closes.
Strengths
Tests a defined lower-price rejection pattern
Uses explicit entry and exit conditions
Keeps BTC/USDT evaluation consistent across timeframes
Limitations
A lower shadow does not guarantee continuation
Sellers can remain active after a recovery candle
Trend and follow-through still affect results
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Frequently asked questions
How did the BTC Long Lower Shadow strategy perform on the 4 hour timeframe?
This backtest reported ROI of 146.7% from exact raw Total Return 1.4666368731800001, with maximum drawdown of 79.05%, a win rate of 55.1%, and 187 trades. Historical results do not guarantee future results.
What does a Long Lower Shadow candle represent?
A Long Lower Shadow candle has a lower wick that extends well below its real body, indicating that price traded lower before recovering into the close. This long-only rule measures the recovery setup rather than assuming a forecast.
Is a Long Lower Shadow entry always bullish?
No. A lower shadow does not guarantee continuation The backtest tests one explicit long-only rule rather than making a prediction.
Why does timeframe matter for this Long Lower Shadow test?
The 4 hour timeframe changes signal frequency and surrounding market context, so results can differ across horizons.
How can I reproduce this Long Lower Shadow backtest?
Paste the exact prompt below into CoinQuant and use BTC/USDT on the stated timeframe.
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