Getting your TradingView paper trades into TradVue

TradVue reads trade data from a CSV file — a simple spreadsheet format that both programs understand. To move your paper trades from TradingView to TradVue, you export them from TradingView as CSV, then import that file into TradVue. The process takes about five minutes and requires no special tools beyond what both programs already offer.

The key step most people miss is formatting: TradVue expects your CSV to have specific column headers in a specific order. TradingView's export doesn't match that format by default, so you'll need to rearrange the columns before importing. This guide walks you through the exact steps in the right order.

Key Takeaways

  • Export your closed trades from TradingView's Account Statement page as a CSV file, which downloads to your computer as a spreadsheet.
  • Open the CSV in a spreadsheet program like Excel or Google Sheets and rearrange the columns to match what TradVue expects: Entry Date, Entry Price, Exit Date, Exit Price, Quantity, and Commission.
  • Save the rearranged file and upload it to TradVue using the import tool in your account settings.
  • TradVue will preview the trades before importing, so you can catch any formatting problems before they're added to your account.

Export your trades from TradingView

Log into your TradingView account and go to your Account page. Click on "Account Statement" in the left menu — this shows all your closed trades from your paper trading account. At the top right of the statement, you'll see a download button (usually a down arrow or "Export" link). Click it and select "CSV" as the format.

TradingView will download a file named something like "account_statement.csv" to your computer's Downloads folder. Don't open it yet — you need to rearrange the columns first. If you can't find the download button, look for a three-dot menu icon on the Account Statement page and select export from there.

Open the CSV in a spreadsheet program

Right-click the CSV file you just downloaded and open it with Excel, Google Sheets, or any spreadsheet program. You'll see your trades listed in rows, with columns for things like Entry Date, Entry Price, Exit Date, Exit Price, Quantity, and Commission — but they may not be in the order TradVue expects.

TradVue needs the columns in this exact order: Entry Date, Entry Price, Exit Date, Exit Price, Quantity, Commission. If TradingView's export has them in a different order, you'll need to move the columns around. In Excel or Google Sheets, click and drag the column header to move it to the right position.

Rearrange columns to match TradVue's format

Check your CSV against this list. Your file should have these six columns in this order: Entry Date (the date you opened the trade), Entry Price (what price you bought or sold at), Exit Date (when you closed it), Exit Price (the closing price), Quantity (how many shares or contracts), and Commission (any fees charged). Delete any extra columns that TradingView included but TradVue doesn't need.

If a column is missing — for example, if TradingView didn't export Commission — you can add it manually. Click the cell where Commission should go and type 0 for each trade, or enter the actual commission if you remember it. Save the file when you're done rearranging. Use File > Save or Ctrl+S (Windows) or Command+S (Mac).

Upload the CSV to TradVue

Log into your TradVue account and look for an import or upload option. This is usually in Settings or Account, under a section called "Import Trades" or "Upload CSV". Click that button and select the CSV file you just rearranged from your Downloads folder.

TradVue will show you a preview of the trades it found in your file before it imports them. Check that the dates, prices, and quantities look right. If something is wrong — a column is in the wrong order, or a date is formatted oddly — you can go back to your spreadsheet, fix it, save it again, and upload the corrected version. Once the preview looks correct, click Import or Confirm to add the trades to your account.

Troubleshoot common import problems

If TradVue rejects your file, the most common reason is that a column is missing or in the wrong order. Go back to your spreadsheet and check that you have all six columns (Entry Date, Entry Price, Exit Date, Exit Price, Quantity, Commission) in that exact order. Make sure there are no blank rows at the top of the file — the column headers should be in row 1.

If dates are showing up wrong, check the date format. TradVue usually expects dates as MM/DD/YYYY (like 01/15/2024). If your CSV has them in a different format, select the date column in your spreadsheet, right-click, and choose "Format Cells" or "Format as Date" to change it. Save and try uploading again.

Verify your trades imported correctly

After import, go to your TradVue dashboard or trade list and scroll through a few trades to make sure the data came through right. Check that entry and exit prices match what you remember, and that the profit or loss calculation looks correct. If you spot an error in one trade, you can usually edit it directly in TradVue without re-importing the whole file.

If most trades imported but a few are missing, it's usually because those rows had blank cells or formatting problems. You can add those trades manually in TradVue by clicking "Add Trade" and entering the details by hand. This is faster than re-exporting and re-uploading the whole file.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to delete trades from TradingView after I import them to TradVue?

No. Importing to TradVue doesn't remove them from TradingView — it just copies the data. You can leave them in TradingView or delete them; it won't affect what's in TradVue. Many people keep them in both places for reference.

Can I import trades from a live account, or only paper trading?

You can import from either. The export process is the same — go to Account Statement and download the CSV. TradVue will analyze the trades the same way whether they're from paper trading or a real account.

What if my CSV has extra columns I don't need?

Delete them before uploading. TradVue only needs Entry Date, Entry Price, Exit Date, Exit Price, Quantity, and Commission. Any extra columns can confuse the import. Select the column header, right-click, and choose Delete Column.

Can I import trades multiple times, or will it create duplicates?

TradVue usually detects duplicates and won't add the same trade twice, but it depends on how the trades are formatted. If you're unsure, check your trade list after importing to see if any trades appear twice. If they do, you can delete the duplicate manually.

What if TradingView's export doesn't include commission?

Add a Commission column manually. In your spreadsheet, insert a new column in the sixth position, label it "Commission", and type 0 in each row (or the actual commission amount if you know it). TradVue needs this column even if all values are zero.