How Do I Know What Tick Speed to Set My Tick Charts To – Do I Guess?
Tick charts are a scalper’s favorite. They form bars based on a fixed number of trades (ticks), not time. This reveals pure momentum. But choosing the right tick size feels tricky for beginners. Do you guess? No—the Quantum TickSpeedometer solves this. It measures tick velocity in real time. This guides optimal settings and trading decisions.
No Guessing Needed: The TickSpeedometer Leads the Way
The TickSpeedometer on NinjaTrader tracks ticks per period. High speed shows strong participation—buyers or sellers dominating. Low speed signals fading interest.
To set tick charts:
- Start with a default (e.g., 233 or 500 ticks for emini futures).
- Watch TickSpeedometer. Ideal setting: Bars form at a pace showing clear surges (high speed) without excessive noise (too many bars) or lag (too few).
- Adjust until momentum appears cleanly—surges on high speed, pauses on low.
This adapts to volatility. No trial-and-error guessing.
Trading with TickSpeedometer Confirmation
The indicator does more than setup:
- High speed + high volume candle = conviction entry.
- Low speed on spike = potential trap—fade or avoid.
- Divergence: Price surge on low speed = weakening momentum.
Volume price analysis (VPA) pairs perfectly—high volume with tick speed confirms real moves.
Practical Tips for Tick Chart Traders
Use on liquid assets (emini indices, majors). Quantum TickSpeedometer alerts surges instantly. Combine with Trend Monitor for direction. This turns tick charts into disciplined scalping.
Anna Coulling’s VPA approach with Quantum tools makes tick trading reliable. No guessing—let speed guide you.
You don’t guess tick speed. The TickSpeedometer reveals it live. Quantum on NinjaTrader delivers the edge. Set and trade tick charts with confidence.
The TickSpeedometer Algorithm Explained
The Quantum TickSpeedometer is a unique indicator for scalpers and day traders. It measures tick velocity—the speed of trades per unit of time. This reveals surges in market participation. High speed signals strong momentum. Low speed warns of fading interest. It’s especially powerful on NinjaTrader for futures or forex.
How the TickSpeedometer Algorithm Works
The algorithm is straightforward yet insightful:
- Tick Counting: It tracks every price change (tick) in real time.
- Velocity Calculation: Measures ticks per second or period (customizable).
- Smoothing for Clarity: Applies a moving average to velocity data. This filters minor noise while highlighting true surges.
- Thresholds and Alerts: High velocity = strong buying/selling pressure. Low = indecision. Alerts trigger on extremes.
The result: A line or histogram showing participation speed. Surges appear as peaks. This adapts to market conditions—no fixed thresholds needed.
Why Tick Speed Reveals Momentum
Markets move on activity. High tick speed = institutions or crowds driving price. This creates conviction moves. Low speed on spikes = trap—no real support. Volume price analysis (VPA) confirms—high volume with tick speed surge validates entries.
Practical Application
On emini futures (/ES or /NQ):
- Rally with rising tick speed = momentum long.
- Spike higher on falling speed = divergence—potential short.
Quantum tools integrate seamlessly. Combine with Trend Monitor for direction.
Benefits for Traders
The TickSpeedometer turns raw activity into actionable signals. No lag like volume averages. Scalpers spot entries early. VPA traders confirm conviction. Anna Coulling’s VPA approach with Quantum tools makes tick speed a precision instrument.
The TickSpeedometer algorithm measures participation velocity simply and effectively. Quantum on NinjaTrader delivers real-time momentum insight. Trade surges with confidence.
Why the TickSpeedometer Is Important for Traders
The Quantum TickSpeedometer is a game-changing indicator for scalpers and day traders. It measures tick velocity—the speed of trades per period. This reveals surges in market participation. But its true power is adaptability. Every instrument and market has a different optimal setting. The TickSpeedometer ensures you trade in harmony with the instrument’s momentum. This changes throughout the trading day.
Different Instruments Require Different Settings
No one tick chart size fits all. Emini futures like /ES need 233-500 ticks for clarity. Forex majors (EUR/USD) often 1000-2000. Crypto (BTC/USDT) higher due to volume. Fixed settings lag or noise up. The TickSpeedometer tracks real-time speed. Adjust dynamically—bars form at the market’s pace.
High speed = strong momentum. Low speed = fading interest. This harmony avoids false signals.
Momentum Changes Throughout the Day
Markets breathe. London open surges. US overlap peaks. Quiet periods lull. Fixed charts distort this. TickSpeedometer adapts. Velocity spikes on news—high speed signals conviction. Fades on low activity—warns of traps.
Volume price analysis (VPA) confirms—high speed with high volume = real move. Low speed on spike = potential reversal.
Trading in Harmony with the Instrument
The TickSpeedometer puts you in sync. Optimal speed reveals professional intent. Enter on surges with volume support. Avoid chasing low-speed spikes. Quantum on NinjaTrader alerts velocity changes instantly.
Anna Coulling’s VPA approach with Quantum tools turns dynamic momentum into disciplined trades.
The TickSpeedometer is important because it adapts to each instrument’s unique rhythm. Trade at optimal speed—in harmony—with changing momentum. Quantum delivers the edge.
By Anna Coulling