OPEN-SOURCE SCRIPT
How To Count Decimals
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Custom f_nDecimals() function returns precision of decimal numbers of the following forms:
const, input, simple, and series of the following types: float, integer, and string.
Error checking is performed for valid numbers and invalid values return NaN.
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const, input, simple, and series of the following types: float, integer, and string.
Error checking is performed for valid numbers and invalid values return NaN.
NOTICE: This is an example script and not meant to be used as an actual strategy. By using this script or any portion thereof, you acknowledge that you have read and understood that this is for research purposes only and I am not responsible for any financial losses you may incur by using this script!
Release Notes
Revision 1Added a compact refactored equivalent version of function: f_nDecimals().
Renamed original annotated version of function to: f_nDecimal5().
Added column to matrix table to compare equivalency.
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Revision 2Implemented a more detailed grid for testing higher precision values. Increased precision of example output values.
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