Easy Tech TutsHow To Take Partial Profit in TradingView, Close Part Position Only 2026
By Impran M N
Locking in some gains while letting the rest of a trade run is a core risk management move, and TradingView makes it possible directly from an open position. This guide shows how to use TradingView's paper trading feature to practice closing part of a position without touching the whole trade. It's aimed at traders who want to secure profit on a winner while still capturing further upside.
01Open your chart and positions panel
Log in to TradingView, load your chart, and click Paper Trading to practice trades without financial risk.
02Select the position you want to partially close
Click Positions to view your active trades, then choose the specific position you want to lock in profit on.
03Find the partial close option
Click on the position to bring up its menu, then look for the partial close option under the order actions.
04Set how much of the position to close
Toggle partial close and enter the portion of the trade you want to exit, keeping the rest open based on your risk management plan.
05Confirm the partial close
Click Partially Close to secure that portion of your profit while the remaining position stays open to capture further movement.
Frequently asked questions
Can I take partial profit on a live TradingView trade, not just paper trading?
The same partial close option is available on connected live broker accounts, though the paper trading feature is the safest way to practice the steps first.
How do I decide how much of my position to close?
That comes down to your own risk management and profit targets; some traders close half, others close a smaller portion to keep more upside exposure.
Does partially closing a position cost extra fees?
Any fees depend on your connected broker's commission structure, since TradingView itself doesn't charge separately for the partial close action.
What happens to my stop loss after I partially close a position?
Your existing stop loss typically still applies to the remaining open portion, though you may want to adjust it manually to match your new position size.
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