Essential Chart Trader Tools

Essential Chart Trader Tools Features and Benefits

The Essential Chart Trader Tools include all the functionality of the Basic Chart Trader Tools (get started for only $195!), plus advanced upgrades that save time and improve precision:

• One Click Entry Orders – Improves on the basic click entry function by allowing order placement with a single click for faster execution.
• Link Orders – Link live pending orders to changes in quantity or ATM strategy, keeping all orders synchronized.
• ATM Strategy Quick Select Buttons – Up to 12 customizable buttons to instantly switch ATM strategies or set a break-even target, eliminating time wasted scrolling through menus.
• ATM Strategy Planning – Plan entry, profit, and stop loss levels before placing an order. View and move orders in advance, adjust them dynamically, and link settings to preset ATM strategies.
• ATM Strategy Requirement – Optionally block order entry if no ATM strategy is set, preventing trades without stops or targets attached.
• Position Sizing & Max Contracts – Automatically size positions based on the risk defined in your ATM strategy, while protecting your account with maximum contract limits.
• Risk/Reward Ratio Display – Keep live target orders aligned to a set R:R ratio as you adjust your stop loss, ensuring consistent trade planning.
• Close Partial Button – Scale out of positions one target at a time or by percentage of your total trade with a single click.
• Hide Account Info – Hide your account number and details from the chart window for privacy and a cleaner interface.
• Market Depth Display – Toggle to view market depth directly in the chart window, replacing the need for a separate SuperDOM.

Please watch the video below for the most complete overview of features in the Essential Chart Trader Tools.

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How to Use the Essential Chart Trader Tools

The Essential Chart Trader Tools can be added to any Chart Trader Ninjatrader window for smoother order management:

1. Install & Enable – Import the add-on into NinjaTrader Desktop, open a chart, and activate the Essential Chart Trader panel.
2. Set Up ATM Strategies – Configure your strategies with stops, profit targets, and risk controls.
3. Use Quick Select Buttons – Switch strategies or enable break-even with a single click.
4. Plan Trades Ahead – Set entries, stops, and targets before execution for more controlled trading.
5. Manage Risk Automatically – Built-in contract sizing, R:R synchronization, and max contract limits protect your account.

Pro Tip: Many traders start with Basic Chart Trader Tools or Essential Chart Trader Tools and later expand to the Professional Chart Trader Tools bundle for even more order-entry flexibility.

Related NinjaTrader Indicators and Bundles

Professional Chart Trader Tools

The Professional Chart Trader Tools bundle includes every module in the Enhanced Chart Trader suite. It expands on the Essential Tools with advanced entry and exit order types such as trailing stops, limit-if-touched orders, bracket entries, iceberg orders, and more.

This bundle gives you:

• All Enhanced Chart Trader modules, including Essential Chart Trader Tools.
• Advanced features like signal entry orders, order flow-based entries, and automated exit management.
• The ability to add or remove modules to customize your setup.
• Continuous updates with new modules based on trader feedback.
• Discounted pricing compared to buying modules individually.

It’s the complete Enhanced Chart Trader package for NinjaTrader users who want maximum flexibility and execution power.

NinjaTrader Trade Copier – Duplicate Account Actions

The Duplicate Account Actions add-on is the premier NinjaTrader trade copier, designed to keep all your accounts in sync at all times. Unlike other copy solutions, it eliminates rejected order headaches, ensures flexible risk management, and supports multiple platforms connected to NinjaTrader Desktop.

This trade copier gives you:

• Executions or Orders Mode for flexible trade copying.
• ATM Strategy assignment per follower account for tailored risk/reward.
• Fade functionality to hedge by taking opposite trades on selected accounts.
• Seamless integration with the Accounts Dashboard Suite for advanced risk controls.
• Lifetime upgrades and live chat support for ongoing reliability.

It’s the most reliable NinjaTrader trade copier available, perfect for traders managing multiple accounts or trading across brokerages and platforms.

Download the NinjaTrader Essential Chart Trader Tools

The NinjaTrader Essential Chart Trader Tools give you everything you need for faster order entry, smarter risk management, and cleaner execution inside the NinjaTrader window.

Download now to supercharge your NinjaTrader trading with Essential Chart Trader Tools.

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Essential Chart Trader Tools FAQ

Does Essential include the Basic Chart Trader Tools?

Yes. Essential includes all features of Basic and expands on them with additional tools for order entry, position sizing, and risk/reward tracking.

How does Essential improve risk management?

Essential lets you pre-plan stop loss and profit targets, automatically adjust position size based on strategy risk, and set maximum contract limits to prevent oversized trades.

Can I customize the ATM strategy buttons?

Yes. You can configure up to 12 quick-select buttons to instantly change ATM strategies, place break-even orders, or trigger other predefined actions.

Will this replace the need for a SuperDOM?

In many cases, yes. Essential includes a built-in market depth display inside the chart, so you can see order book information without opening a separate SuperDOM window.

What kind of support is provided after purchase?

You receive lifetime updates and live chat support. As new features are developed, they’re automatically added to your license at no additional cost.