OPEN-SOURCE SCRIPT
BB Position Calculator
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Position Size Calculator Instructions
Overview
The Position Size Calculator is designed to help traders automatically determine the appropriate lot size based on the dollar amount they are willing to risk. It includes features for automatic lot sizing, fixed lot risk calculations, take profit calculations (both automatic and fixed), max run-up, and max drawdown. Calculated values are displayed in ticks, points, and USD.
Key Features
• Automatic Lot Sizing: Automatically calculates lot size based on the amount of money you are willing to risk.
• Fixed Lot Risk Calculations: Provides risk calculations for fixed lot sizes.
• Take Profit Calculations: Offers both automatic and fixed take profit calculations.
• Max Run-Up and Max Drawdown: Monitors and displays the maximum run-up and drawdown of your trade.
• Detailed Metrics: Displays all calculated values in ticks, points, and USD.
Setup Instructions
1. Add and Remove for Each Position: The calculator is designed to be added to your chart for each new position. Once your preferences are set the first time, save them as your default to retain your settings for future use.
2. Adding the Indicator to Favorites:
• Use the TradingView keyboard shortcut “/” then type “pos.”
• Use the arrow key to select the Position Size Calculator and press enter.
• Close the indicator selection pop-up.
3. Setting the Trigger Price:
• A blue pop-up labeled “SET TRIGGER PRICE” will appear at the bottom of the chart.
• Click on the chart at the price level where you want to enter the trade.
4. Setting the Stop Loss:
• The pop-up will change to “SET STOP LOSS.”
• Click on the chart at the price level where your stop loss will be set.
5. Setting the Take Profit:
• The pop-up will change to “SET TAKE PROFIT.”
• Click on the chart at the price level where you want to take profit. If you have selected the option to overwrite with a set risk/reward ratio (R:R), the calculation will use this price level.
6. Setting the Trade Window Start:
• The pop-up will change to “SET TRADE WINDOW START.”
• Click on the bar in time where you want the indicator to start monitoring for price to trigger the position.
7. Adjusting the Position:
• Clicking on any part of the indicator will display draggable lines, allowing you to fine-tune the position that was previously plotted by the first four chart clicks.
Additional Notes
• Compatibility: This calculator has only been tested with futures trading.
• Customization: Once your preferences are set, save them as your default to make setup quicker for future trades.
• Support: If you have any questions or feature requests, please feel free to reach out.
Overview
The Position Size Calculator is designed to help traders automatically determine the appropriate lot size based on the dollar amount they are willing to risk. It includes features for automatic lot sizing, fixed lot risk calculations, take profit calculations (both automatic and fixed), max run-up, and max drawdown. Calculated values are displayed in ticks, points, and USD.
Key Features
• Automatic Lot Sizing: Automatically calculates lot size based on the amount of money you are willing to risk.
• Fixed Lot Risk Calculations: Provides risk calculations for fixed lot sizes.
• Take Profit Calculations: Offers both automatic and fixed take profit calculations.
• Max Run-Up and Max Drawdown: Monitors and displays the maximum run-up and drawdown of your trade.
• Detailed Metrics: Displays all calculated values in ticks, points, and USD.
Setup Instructions
1. Add and Remove for Each Position: The calculator is designed to be added to your chart for each new position. Once your preferences are set the first time, save them as your default to retain your settings for future use.
2. Adding the Indicator to Favorites:
• Use the TradingView keyboard shortcut “/” then type “pos.”
• Use the arrow key to select the Position Size Calculator and press enter.
• Close the indicator selection pop-up.
3. Setting the Trigger Price:
• A blue pop-up labeled “SET TRIGGER PRICE” will appear at the bottom of the chart.
• Click on the chart at the price level where you want to enter the trade.
4. Setting the Stop Loss:
• The pop-up will change to “SET STOP LOSS.”
• Click on the chart at the price level where your stop loss will be set.
5. Setting the Take Profit:
• The pop-up will change to “SET TAKE PROFIT.”
• Click on the chart at the price level where you want to take profit. If you have selected the option to overwrite with a set risk/reward ratio (R:R), the calculation will use this price level.
6. Setting the Trade Window Start:
• The pop-up will change to “SET TRADE WINDOW START.”
• Click on the bar in time where you want the indicator to start monitoring for price to trigger the position.
7. Adjusting the Position:
• Clicking on any part of the indicator will display draggable lines, allowing you to fine-tune the position that was previously plotted by the first four chart clicks.
Additional Notes
• Compatibility: This calculator has only been tested with futures trading.
• Customization: Once your preferences are set, save them as your default to make setup quicker for future trades.
• Support: If you have any questions or feature requests, please feel free to reach out.
Release Notes
Position Size Calculator InstructionsOverview
The Position Size Calculator is designed to help traders automatically determine the appropriate lot size based on the dollar amount they are willing to risk. It includes features for automatic lot sizing, fixed lot risk calculations, take profit calculations (both automatic and fixed), max run-up, and max drawdown. Calculated values are displayed in ticks, points, and USD.
Key Features
• Automatic Lot Sizing: Automatically calculates lot size based on the amount of money you are willing to risk.
• Fixed Lot Risk Calculations: Provides risk calculations for fixed lot sizes.
• Take Profit Calculations: Offers both automatic and fixed take profit calculations.
• Max Run-Up and Max Drawdown: Monitors and displays the maximum run-up and drawdown of your trade.
• Detailed Metrics: Displays all calculated values in ticks, points, and USD.
Setup Instructions
1. Add and Remove for Each Position: The calculator is designed to be added to your chart for each new position. Once your preferences are set the first time, save them as your default to retain your settings for future use.
2. Adding the Indicator to your chart:
• Use the TradingView keyboard shortcut “/” then type “pos.”
• Use the arrow key to select the Position Size Calculator and press enter.
• Close the indicator selection pop-up.
3. Setting the Trigger Price:
• A blue pop-up labeled “SET TRIGGER PRICE” will appear at the bottom of the chart.
• Click on the chart at the price level where you want to enter the trade.
4. Setting the Stop Loss:
• The pop-up will change to “SET STOP LOSS.”
• Click on the chart at the price level where your stop loss will be set.
5. Setting the Take Profit:
• The pop-up will change to “SET TAKE PROFIT.”
• Click on the chart at the price level where you want to take profit. If you have selected the option to overwrite with a set risk/reward ratio (R:R), the calculation will use this price level.
6. Setting the Trade Window Start:
• The pop-up will change to “SET TRADE WINDOW START.”
• Click on the bar in time where you want the indicator to start monitoring for price to trigger the position.
7. Adjusting the Position:
• Clicking on any part of the indicator will display draggable lines, allowing you to fine-tune the position that was previously plotted by the first four chart clicks.
Additional Notes
• Compatibility: This calculator has only been tested with futures trading.
• Customization: Once your preferences are set, save them as your default to make setup quicker for future trades.
• Support: If you have any questions or feature requests, please feel free to reach out.
v6 updated style definitions and cleaned up code
Open-source script
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