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DrinkMoreWater's avatar

Hey Smash, sorry for all of my questions haha.

I have my MP on tick increment of 4. So on 4 ticks right now the profile is showing poor/weak highs. But if I change to 1, 2, or 3, ticks obviously the details become finer and the poor/weak highs aren't there.

Is it okay to trust the poor highs on 4 ticks? The reason I'm on 4 ticks is because if I'm on 1 tick the letters are way to small and I struggle to fit multiple profiles on the chart while being able to see the letters.

Thanks!

Smashelito's avatar

Hey! That makes sense. The daily plans also use a 4-tick increment for the same reasons—it keeps the profiles readable while still showing the relevant structure.

Honestly, a single data point like that isn’t something I overanalyze. I generally have another TPO chart set to 1-tick increment if I want the finer detail.

Also, the whole concept of how many ticks constitute a poor reference or excess is pretty old—it comes from a time when volatility was much lower than today.

DrinkMoreWater's avatar

So as I've begun front testing and Journaling I've noticed a good amount disrepencies with the book I'm reading. Biggest one I noticed was the description of the IB for each day type. They really hammered narrow IBs in my book, for example with trend days. I ain't seen a narrow IB.. Ever haha. So I appreciate you pointing out that's a bit outdated.

Roh's avatar

Thank you Smash!

Frankytrade's avatar

Great stuff! Thanks.