Track your trades from anywhere with our free Google Sheets trading journal. Cloud-based, mobile-ready, and always accessible—perfect for traders who want flexibility.
Why Google Sheets?
Access Anywhere
- No software to install
- Works on any browser
- Native mobile apps (iOS & Android)
- Automatic cloud backup
Collaborate Easily
- Share with trading partners or mentors
- Real-time editing and comments
- Version history to track changes
- Permission controls for privacy
Always Free
- No subscription fees
- Free with any Google account
- Unlimited storage for your journal
- All features included
What’s Included
Trade Log Sheet
- Date/time entry fields
- Symbol and instrument columns
- Entry and exit price tracking
- Position size calculator
- Stop loss and target levels
- Automatic P&L calculation
- Setup type dropdown
- Trade notes section
Performance Dashboard
- Total profit/loss summary
- Win rate percentage
- Average win vs average loss
- Profit factor calculation
- Best and worst trades
- Monthly breakdown chart
Charts & Visualizations
- Equity curve chart
- Win rate trend line
- P&L by setup type
- Time-based performance analysis
How to Import This Template
Download the Excel file and import it into Google Sheets following these steps:
Step 1: Download the Template
Click the download button above to get the Excel file (.xlsx).
Step 2: Open Google Sheets
Go to sheets.google.com and sign in with your Google account.
Step 3: Import the File
- Click File → Import
- Select the Upload tab
- Drag and drop the downloaded .xlsx file, or click “Select a file from your device”
- Choose Replace spreadsheet or Create new spreadsheet
- Click Import data
Step 4: Make It Yours
Once imported, the spreadsheet is saved to your Google Drive. All formulas and formatting transfer automatically.
Tip: Some advanced Excel features may display slightly differently in Google Sheets. The core functionality—trade logging, P&L calculation, and dashboard metrics—works perfectly.
How to Use This Template
Step 1: Customize Settings
Adjust the dropdown options in the Settings sheet to match your trading style.
Step 2: Log Your Trades
Enter each trade in the Trade Log. Formulas update the dashboard automatically.
Step 3: Review on Any Device
Check your performance from your phone, tablet, or any computer with internet.
Step 4: Weekly Reviews
Check your dashboard every week to identify patterns and areas for improvement.
Google Sheets vs Excel
| Feature | Google Sheets | Excel |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud Access | ✅ Built-in | ❌ Requires OneDrive |
| Mobile App | ✅ Free | ⚠️ Limited free version |
| Collaboration | ✅ Real-time | ⚠️ Basic |
| Offline Mode | ✅ Available | ✅ Native |
| Cost | Free | Paid (Microsoft 365) |
Limitations of Spreadsheet Journaling
While this template is excellent for getting started:
- Manual data entry - Every trade must be typed in manually
- No broker sync - Can’t automatically import trades
- Basic analysis - Limited compared to dedicated software
- No AI insights - Spreadsheets can’t identify patterns for you
- No screenshot storage - Charts must be stored elsewhere
When to Consider JournalPlus
This template is great for beginners, but consider JournalPlus when you:
- Want automatic trade imports from your broker
- Need AI-powered pattern recognition
- Desire advanced analytics and insights
- Want built-in screenshot organization
- Are ready for professional-grade journaling
JournalPlus connects to Zerodha, Upstox, and more Indian brokers. One-time payment, lifetime access.
Download and Start Today
Get organized with cloud-based trade tracking. When you outgrow spreadsheets, JournalPlus is here to help you level up.
