Live Backtest Results
The BTC Short Red Candle backtest applies the same rule throughout this page: Enter long when a Short Red Candle pattern is detected. Exit long when a Bearish Engulfing pattern is detected.
ROI
-46.9%
Win Rate
50.7%
Max DD
60.71%
Sharpe
N/A
Profit Factor
0.81
Total Trades
888
Backtest insights
The Short Red Candle strategy generated a total return of -46.9% over the 10 minute timeframe. Maximum drawdown was 60.71%, win rate was 50.7%, and the test recorded 888 trades. Every metric on this page uses this same saved backtest result.
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 Short Red Candle Strategy Works
What It Is
A Short Red Candle closes modestly below its open, showing a negative close with limited range and limited seller control. This long-only test uses it as a contrarian or conditional setup, not bullish confirmation.
How Signals Are Generated
A long entry triggers when a Short Red Candle pattern is detected on the selected timeframe. Enter long when a Short Red Candle pattern is detected. The position exits when a Bearish Engulfing pattern is detected.
When It Works Best
It can work when BTC/USDT stabilizes after the modest decline and subsequent price action confirms a rebound.
When It Performs Poorly
It can perform poorly when the negative close develops into a broader decline or the market remains directionless.
Strengths
Tests a named small-range negative candle without treating it as bullish
Uses repeatable candle-pattern entry and exit conditions
Measures a conditional rebound hypothesis across timeframes
Limitations
A short red candle does not confirm an upside move
Signals can be noisy when BTC/USDT is range-bound
Trend context and follow-through are essential to interpretation
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Frequently asked questions
How did the BTC Short Red Candle strategy perform on the 10 minute timeframe?
This backtest returned -46.9%, with maximum drawdown of 60.71%, a win rate of 50.7%, and 888 trades. Historical results do not guarantee future results.
What does a Short Red Candle candle represent?
A Short Red Candle closes modestly below its open, showing a negative close with limited range and limited seller control. This long-only test uses it as a contrarian or conditional setup, not bullish confirmation.
Is a Short Red Candle entry always bullish?
No. A short red candle does not confirm an upside move The backtest tests one explicit long-only rule rather than making a prediction.
Why does timeframe matter for this Short Red Candle test?
The 10 minute timeframe changes signal frequency and the surrounding market context, so results can differ across horizons.
How can I reproduce this Short Red Candle backtest?
Paste the exact prompt below into CoinQuant and use BTC/USDT on the stated timeframe.
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