Essential Chart Trader Tools
Upgrades the NinjaTrader Chart Trader with smarter order entry, ATM strategy planning, and position sizing.
Overview
The Essential Chart Trader Tools enhance the built-in NinjaTrader Chart Trader with faster execution, better risk control, and features that help eliminate common trading mistakes, all managed directly from your chart.
Essential includes everything in the Basic Chart Trader Tools, plus advanced upgrades such as one-click entry, ATM strategy planning and quick-select buttons, automatic position sizing, and a live risk/reward display that save time and improve precision.
Built specifically for NinjaTrader 8, it can be added to any Chart Trader window for smoother order management.
📦 What's Included
What Customers Are Saying
“Best Chart Trader! I've never seen anything like that. The risk management possibilities for traders with varying stops are priceless. The position size adjusts automatically. The trade copier works flawless and is easy to configure. The support is great! Thank you Joel, David and the rest of the team! Keep going!”
“I purchased the Essential Chart Trader Tool last weekend and I can honestly say it is by far the BEST investment on a trading software I have ever made. I personally use the tool to predetermine my R:R, set profit targets and a fixed $ risk.”
“I bought in november'24 the Essential Chart Trader Tools. I am very happy and satisfied with this product, its a big step forward in comparsion with the standaard Ninjacharttrader. Installation is easy and the settings / setup are easy to understand too.”
Refund and Sales Policy
30-day money-back guarantee. If this product does not work as advertised, report it within 30 days of your purchase and give us 14 days to resolve the issue. If we cannot, you get a full refund. The guarantee covers the purchase price only, never trading results or losses on any account. Read the full terms.
Product licenses can only be used on the purchaser's computer(s). All purchases include a lifetime license with free future updates.
Essential Chart Trader Tools Features & Benefits
One Click Entry
Place orders with a single click for faster execution than basic click entry.
Link Orders
Link live pending orders to changes in quantity or ATM strategy to keep them synchronized.
ATM Quick Select
Up to 12 customizable buttons to instantly switch ATM strategies or set a break-even target.
ATM Strategy Planning
Plan and move entry, profit, and stop loss levels before placing an order, linked to preset strategies.
ATM Requirement
Optionally block order entry when no ATM strategy is set, preventing trades without stops or targets.
Position Sizing
Auto-size positions from ATM strategy risk while a max contracts limit protects your account.
Risk/Reward Display
Keep live target orders aligned to a set R:R ratio as you adjust the stop loss.
Close Partial Button
Scale out one target at a time or by a percentage of the total trade with a single click.
Market Depth Display
Toggle market depth in the chart window, replacing the need for a separate SuperDOM.
Hide Account Info
Hide your account number and details from the chart for privacy and a cleaner interface.
Also Included: Basic Chart Trader ToolsView Product →
Your Essential Chart Trader Tools license also includes the complete Basic Chart Trader Tools:
Click Entry Buttons
Click and drag orders onto your chart and switch between LMT, MIT, STP, and SLM orders with a customizable tick offset.
Limit Order Buttons
Create customizable limit or MIT entry buttons with adjustable tick offsets and a choice of Ask, Bid, Offer, or Spread.
Attach to Indicator
Attach a stop or target order to any NinjaTrader indicator in one click, with tick offsets and track or trail mode.
Micro/Mini Crossover
Keep your chart on the mini (like ES) and trade the micro (MES) instead — or the reverse — without switching charts or reloading the instrument.
Breakeven Button
Optionally add a breakeven button in the chart window with the entry line display or in the control panel area.
Profit & Loss Display
Show or hide P/L in ticks, points, or dollars, view daily P/L with or without commissions, and break it out per instrument.
Executions Display
Improves on the standard NinjaTrader display, showing details such as time in the trade and total profit in your chart window.
Trade Management
View contract size and distance to target/stop, track P/L, and drag, combine, or split stop and target orders with ease.
Additional Tools
Includes a universal bar counter, last price display, a reverse button, customizable panel colors, and bid/ask spread display.
Included with your purchase
Lifetime Purchase
A one-time purchase with a lifetime license — no monthly or yearly fees. Buy once and it stays yours across every future version.
Free Updates
Free lifetime upgrades — every new feature and improvement is included at no extra cost, updated regularly from trader feedback.
Customer Support
Human live-chat support included with every license — real people who usually reply within minutes, before and after you buy.
Video Overview
Watch this overview, or browse more on our YouTube channel.

Reviews
Every review here is a genuine customer review from Trustpilot, Google and our YouTube community — never fabricated. YouTube comments have no star rating, so each of the 17 here counts as 5 stars.
Leave a review →Joel provides functionality for NinjaTrader which really should have been part of the base product from NinjaTrader themselves. Since they did not, kudos to Joel for providing what I consider required capabilities for my style of trading. Support from Joel and team, and explainer videos on their YT channel are also very helpful.
The Chart Trader is great! I purchased the Trade copier and had a minor issue with the install (May have been user error). Emailed the team and got a quick response with an immediate phone call that fixed the installation. (Did I say in a matter of hours??) The customer service and products are second to none!!
I purchased the Essential Chart Trader Tool last weekend and I can honestly say it is by far the BEST investment on a trading software I have ever made. I personally use the tool to predetermine my R:R, set profit targets and a fixed $ risk. All of these have made an enourmous impact on my trading already, by cleanly managing my trade and risk with very little effort, thanks to these tools.
When I look for reliable trading software, I grade it on 3 things:
1. Great functionality
2. Easy Navigation (i.e. user friendly)
3. Excellent Customer Support
Affordable Indicators checks ALL of the above boxes. When I first went to install it, I encountered a minor issue, and Joel was right there to support me all the way (which is rare - most companies after selling you the product, put you in a long 'queue' for any support).
It's very obvious that Joel has put a lot of thought and effort into these unbelievably amazing products and he has a true passion for his craft. You now have a lifelong customer and I am truly grateful to have found your products and take my trading to the next level! A BIG THANK YOU!!
Best Chart Trader! I've never seen anything like that. The risk management possibilities for traders with varying stops are priceless. The position size adjusts automatically. The trade copier works flawless and is easy to configure. The support is great! Thank you Joel, David and the rest of the team! Keep going!
Simply elegant Suite. Not a bunch of random products. The anccount duplicator and risk management features appear in the basic and essential chart trader so the UI across products is uniform passively contributing to execution accuracy beyond the features themselves. Big fan.
Affordable Indicators was the company I was pointed out when searching for a trustable trade copier. Well, what I found was something FAR beyond my expectations! Not only the copier is a top-notch product, but ALL these guys have built.
I bought two lincenses for the copier and the Enhanced Chart Trader - for my PC my laptop - something that made possible an effective trading activity using NT.
If you have any doubt about the quality of these excellent add-ons for NT, doubt no more. Just get it, NOW!
As for one last word, I'd like to thank all the AI crew, specially mr. Joel Wise for all the support, kind words and the great empathy he showed to me when I was in dire need.
May Life give him multiple times what he has given to me!
Great products and great customer service. Never an issue.
your chart trader is the BEST! Thank you Joel!
The risk reward position size saves a ton of time for me as I mostly scalp. Excellent stuff.
The Enhanced Chart Trader is an outstanding tool. The indicator attachment feature for setting breakout entries and trailing stops is genius.
Wow, the enhanced chart trader is amazing. Much better than other solutions I tried. I think its the best way to manage risk in nt8.
I bought in november'24 the Essential Chart Trader Tools. I am very happy and satisfied with this product, its a big step forward in comparsion with the standaard Ninjacharttrader. Installation is easy and the settings / setup are easy to understand too. The benefit for me are the possiblity's from the Essential Chart trader, like the easy and fast access to the buttons of position sizing and atm strategy's, so you can change very fast.
I like to the product the most, because of the option 'size off / size on $). Your order size is automatically calculated depening on the price and the risk, so you dont need to count yourself and have the right order size for your risk you want to take.
I have a very great experience with the customer service, its excellent. Personal, one to one, focused on helping and solutions. They really want the best for their customers, for me its a great product and a great company. Thanks Joel, keep on going!
This tool is amazing. Sizing is very hard for me to assess, specially on the fly. The moment I have an idea on which size is appropriate for a give opportunity, the opportunity is already gone! Love it
I've been using the Enhanced Chart Trader, Trade Copier, and Account Manager products, and I must say, they're absolutely fantastic—second to none! My favourite features are the ATM Protection and the position sizing calculator, which take the guesswork out of scalping. I also love the ATM Copy feature, which allows each prop account to have its own unique ATM.
Since I started trading 1.5 years ago, these products have leveled up my trading and helped me manage my downside effectively. And a special shoutout to Joel—he's fantastic at responding and making changes on request. He's really engaged with the community, making the whole experience even better.
Greatest update ever. I love how we can now plan even with risk management before executing the trade. I will love if we could add on that plan atm the option to attach the STOPS to an indicator that way I don’t have to go and adjust the trade later
Trade copier , slick Very Clean east to understand dash board works seamlessly .Essential Chart Tools and Limit if touch are epic, Nq has a lot of HFT Stop hunter algos, Limit if Touched keeps it on your End so you only get hit if your actually wrong . The Chart tools are 100x faster and superior with instant order placement and Break even plus, There's a Bid and ask Depth Histogram and loads of options for trailing stops on indicators, candlesticks ect. Really great for fast chart trading Nq . Game changer for Ninja Chart Trading .
I’ve been using Accounts Dashboard Suite and Essential Chart Trader Tools since November 2024, and they have significantly improved my trading experience. One of the biggest advantages is how comfortable and efficient trading becomes. I can fully concentrate on one account, while the results are automatically reflected across all my other accounts. The trade copying is flawless, ensuring precise execution without extra effort.
The Accounts Dashboard Suite makes managing multiple accounts effortless, giving me a clear real-time overview of performance and risk. Meanwhile, Essential Chart Trader Tools provides fast and accurate order execution, ensuring I never miss an opportunity.
I’ve mainly communicated with Joel and David, and I can say their support has been outstanding. What truly sets this team apart is how they listen to traders and act fast. If users report issues or suggest improvements, they quickly release updates with fixes and new features. It’s great to see a development team that actually cares about its traders!
If you’re managing multiple accounts, I highly recommend these tools. They make trading more comfortable and efficient, allowing you to focus on one account while achieving synchronized results across all others. The software is reliable, constantly evolving, and has made my trading far more efficient and profitable.
Wow, I was feeling very overwhelmed trying to find the right platform and just begin being more consistent with one platform, one software, one plan. Your tools make Ninja so much more friendly and from what I see it offers the trader so much more control and confidence throughout. I LOVE the Position sizing feature, as a new trader this is what I was looking for, a way to risk a static amount and not blow to much on any trade. The position sizing for me makes this whole bundle worth every penny.
Ok step 1, make money trading with the default tools, step 2, upgrade to these features and start a more confident trading career. Thanks for developing all this, hoping to be a future customer.
Enhanced chart trader is a most needed tool. A lot of functionalities should be built-in on ninjatrader already, but unfortunatelly its not. The "greatest" platform and broker of futures markets is still in the dark ages and refuses to evolve. Well, thankfully we can have our problems solved by third party and good developers, like Joel. Yes, its a little expensive but thats because its an excellent and refined product. Furthermore, one can reach out to Joel, who is a super nice guy, to negotiate and see if there is any discounts available, etc. Its an investment after all, and a necessary one for those who pretend to use Ninjatrader as a pro.
I've tested multiple indicators from various companies, and while many of them were quite good, I can confidently say that the Essential Chart Trader, Accounts Dashboard, RSI and MA Trend indicators are truly the best I’ve used.
Each product is not only intuitive and easy to use, but also incredibly powerful. The Essential Chart Trader, in particular, has innovative features that I haven’t encountered anywhere else. It has greatly simplified my trading, making it much more efficient.
Also, their customer support is outstanding. Every time I’ve had a question or needed clarification, their team has been quick and eager to help. Highly recommend!
I bought the enhanced chart trader from Joel watched his videos on it and was impressed about how slick he had it set up after getting it and his last update on it to make it better i was blown away If you are a scalper and you want something that is fast and precise get the enhanced chart trader you will not be disappointed
I purchased enhanced chart trader a couple of weeks ago. The main reason for purchasing was that it had a position sizing tool built into the program. Position sizing with proper money management improves R multiples and expectancy exponentially.
This indicator works as advertised and I'm extremely happy with it. Also unlike most other 3rd party indicators, if your machine ID changes you only have to go to your dashboard on affordable indicators to change it instantly. Support has been great, I have already used the AI self help and that works well too. There is so much more you can do with this tool I haven't scratched the surface yet. Their YouTube videos go into more detail.
I started trading futures a year and a half ago through prop firms on NQ, ES, GC and CL. I started with a competitors trade copy software and it was a nightmare. There weren't many advanced features, and it wasn't very reliable at all.
I stumbled upon Joel's website and decided to start with the enhanced chart trader. I absolutely love the features on this. Besides having a feature that auto adjusts the number of contracts to your risk size, and also being able to place the trade on the chart and adjust it before actually executing it, it is extremely feature rich and extremely helpful with risk management.
Eventually, I decided to bite the bullet and try the Enhanced Chart Trader. All I can say is wow! The accounts dashboard makes everything clear in terms of your accounts, balances, ability to hide your account numbers, ratios, crossover from mini to micro, etc. One feature I particularly love is being able to lead with SIM. This enables me to place a trade with minis on a SIM account, and then copy all the follower accounts as a micro crossover. I like this better than switching between micro and mini charts - it's much easier this way. Also, the copy trading is way more reliable than the competitor I was working with.
As for customer service, I have spoken with Joel many times, and he is always responsive. Today, I contacted him about a suggestion. 20 minutes later, I received a message that there was an updated version of the Duplicate account Actions on his website. While that isn't the norm, it was certainly appreciated! He is always open to feedback. He makes you fee like a partner. When you make a suggestion or request a new feature, you can bet that it won't fall on deaf ears, but into the ears of a dedicated businessman who really takes pride in his work.
Overall, I highly recommend working with Joel.
Thanks Joel for the constant updates to an already awesome piece of software ❤❤❤
Excellent product I use it every day
Affordable Indicators creates the best indicators. Joel is consistently listening to his clients when updating and creating new features. I love the Enhanced Chart Trader and I highly recommend the copier as well. JOB WELL DONE!!
Great revision and Game changer from the original platform Order panel. Now you can manage orders & risk 'on the fly' especially for traders like me that adjust Risk and Position sizing according to each trade setup's ranking.👏 Thank You Joel, great job can't wait to use it Live.
I purchased the duplicate accounts and chart trader tools.
The duplicate accounts works great with multiple prop accounts. It has several custom settings like hiding accounts or trading mini's to micro's. I was having an issue with other trade copiers when accounts were not closing or when closing would reopen an order in the opposite direction. Now if that happens I can monitor it easily on the display and immediately close it.
The chart trader has several nice custom functions. I like the click to order and the order on close of bar features. These features have improved my entries so I get better order fills than just entering on a market order. Its also so easy to use, no right clicking on the screen to place a stop order. Just click the button on the chart trader then place the cursor on the chart where you want to enter.
I have got five funded accounts in one day as soon as I started using these tools. It has improved my edge in trading by 100%. I recommend these tools from Affordable indicators inc.
Great customer service.
I purchased the enhanced chart trader , it's a beast, I'm still learning all the of the functions but it's an amazing product and Joel is constantly making updates.
I have been using Joel’s ‘enhanced chart trader’ indicator for a couple of years now. I bought the indicator primarily because I wanted to automatically change my contract numbers based on my stop size - this is critical for risk management and also to get the most from my system. My execution is now flawless.
Joel is always adding features to the indicator too - the recently added visual tool that shows my risk/reward on the chart allows me to automatically see the trade profitability as I change my stop or target levels - this saves me time and it helps me sqeeze out that little bit extra.
Prior to finding ‘enhanced chart trader’ I tried a bunch of other options - they were either too cumbersome and complicated or they didn’t feel like they integrated with Ninjatrader very well.
I would highly recommend giving Joel a shout if you are looking for an indicator on Ninjatrader. He is always super responsive and is willing to listen when I have asked him for feature additions.
Awesome Joel!..
I really like the ATM strat plan with 4 targets, The position sizong and being able to close T1,T2,T3 and T4..Job well done!
As a NQ scalper, these chart trading tools have become invaluable to my trading business. Quick selection of ATM orders, clearly seeing the brackets on chart while I plan my trade, and assorted other options make this one of the best products I've purchase for Ninjatrader to date. Customer service is fast and effective. Thank you for the continued updates!
I puchased Basic Chart Trader Tools because I wanted to be able to place a trade anywhere on the chart quick and fast. My favorite is the buy or sell click trade on the chart buttons. BE break even button is a must have. I also use all the time is the Buy Ask -1 and the sell Bid +1. Im a firm believer of you get what you pay for and any tool made by Affordable Indicators is the best in professional Quality. I look foward to one day getting the Essential Chart Trader Tools. The Contact and support is first class. 5 stars for sure in my book.
Absolutely a game gamer in the industry, Great video Joel. Keep up the good work!
Thanks Joel. I love the Breakeven button with the scroll for offset. I’ll be digging into the ATM work tonight.
These sizing features are super helpful for my trading strategy. Thanks Joel!
Absolutely a game changer! Been using this chart trader for a while and could never go back to the Ninja chart trader! These new features are amazing- as always thanks Joel for listening to us customers and continually improving your already amazing products!
Great job, Joel. I am constantly learning new things. I can't tell you how much money you have saved me with the ease of your risk management tools alone.
Love the upgrades to the ATM Management.
awesome features !! easy to stay profitable and control our trades way better!!!
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Setup
System Requirements
| Platform | NinjaTrader Desktop (NinjaTrader 8) |
| NinjaTrader versions | NinjaTrader 8.1.x.x (every 8.1 release, including the latest, 8.1.8.4) and NinjaTrader 8.0.28.0. On 8.0.28.0? After you buy, request the 8.0.28.0 build in your Members Area or ask us on live chat. |
| License | Lifetime — 1 PC or 2 PC options available |
| Support | Human chat support included with every license |
| Updates | Free lifetime upgrades — updated regularly based on trader feedback |
Installation
After purchase, your download is available instantly in your Members Area. Import the file into NinjaTrader Desktop, then follow the included step-by-step user manual and video guide. Need help? Use our human chat support or join the Discord community.
Good to Know
Which NinjaTrader version does this work with?
It is built for NinjaTrader Desktop (NinjaTrader 8) on Windows: every 8.1.x.x release, including the latest, 8.1.8.4, and NinjaTrader 8.0.28.0. On 8.0.28.0, request the 8.0.28.0 build in your Members Area or ask us on live chat after you buy. Like every NinjaTrader add-on, it does not run on NinjaTrader Web or the NinjaTrader mobile app.
Is this a one-time purchase or a subscription?
A one-time purchase. Every license includes a lifetime license with free future updates — no recurring fees.
Can I use it on more than one computer?
Yes — choose the 2 PC license option at checkout to run it on a second computer.
Do I get free updates?
Yes — free lifetime updates. New versions appear automatically in your Members Area.
What support is included?
Human chat support plus our active Discord community, backed by 18 years of NinjaTrader programming experience.
What is your refund policy?
This product is covered by our 30-day money-back guarantee. If it does not work as advertised, report it within 30 days of your purchase and give us 14 days to resolve the issue. If we cannot, you get a full refund. It covers the purchase price only, never trading results or losses on any account. See the full terms.
Release Notes
Enhanced Chart Trader is updated often. Brokers, prop firms and NinjaTrader versions keep changing how orders behave, and a chart trader has to stay safe through all of it.
Every fix reaches you as a free update. Here is what we have shipped recently.
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October 28, 2026 Version 26.10.28.1 Latest
- NewSee more of your ATM buttons
- NewCheck for updates any time
- ImprovedA clearer panel on every skin
- FixedYour stops stay protected
+ 4 more changes in the full release notes -
October 18, 2026 Version 26.10.18.1
- NewSend diagnostics from the chat
- ImprovedMeet Ezra in Ask Joel
- ImprovedClearer license messages
- FixedSafer closing and adding
+ 2 more changes in the full release notes -
October 10, 2026 Version 26.10.10.1
- NewAsk Joel has its own window
- NewOne-click updates, start to finish
- NewSee which exits belong to which entry
- ImprovedBlock Opposite Direction Entries covers more
- FixedClose All catches partly filled orders
+ 6 more changes in the full release notes -
October 4, 2026 Version 26.10.4.1
- NewChoose which target closes first
- NewBlock accidental hedges
- NewBreakeven can put a target back
- ImprovedClose All works like NinjaTrader’s Close
- ImprovedClose T1 that does what it says
+ 3 more changes in the full release notes -
September 25, 2026 Version 26.9.25.1
- NewSee which stop belongs to which target
- NewA one-click fix for delayed prices
- ImprovedSafer ATM templates
- ImprovedRisk / Reward keeps your target where it belongs
+ 2 more changes in the full release notes -
September 22, 2026 Version 26.9.22.1
- NewArrange the order panel your way
- NewA compact view for more buttons
- NewTold when your broker stops responding
- ImprovedThe BE scroll wheel works the way it used to
- FixedClose All you can count on
+ 11 more changes in the full release notes
Show 19 earlier updates, back to July 16, 2021
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September 15, 2026 Version 26.9.15.1
- NewSettings one click away
- NewFine-tune your breakeven distance
- ImprovedSafer entries
- FixedLinked and OCO orders behave
+ 9 more changes in the full release notes -
August 19, 2026 Version 26.8.19.1
- FixedMinor fix related to ATM strategy
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August 18, 2026 Version 26.8.18.1
- NewPrice flags on the price scale
- NewKnow when your broker is refusing orders
- FixedA smoother, more stable platform
- FixedBetter ATM strategy handling
+ 2 more changes in the full release notes -
August 9, 2026 Version 26.8.9.1
- NewAsk AI can now change your settings for you
- NewAsk AI changes colors by showing you colors
- NewYour color settings have names again
- FixedAsk AI fixes
- FixedDisplay and stability
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August 6, 2026 Version 26.8.6.1
- NewDelayed and stale market data is now caught
- NewClosing from the chart is as fast as closing from the dashboard
- NewMore control over your executions display
- FixedThe panel could vanish, or fail to come back
- FixedOrders you drag, reset or close now behave
+ 3 more changes in the full release notes -
August 2, 2026 Version 26.8.2.1
- NewBreakeven moves any stop, and places one when you have none
- NewYour whole trading history, and one marker per trade
- NewHover a trade to see the fills behind it
- FixedFixes across the board
- FixedPerformance and display
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July 30, 2026 Version 26.7.30.1
- NewMax Contracts
- NewEntries now join your running ATM
- NewSnap Distance is a real setting
- FixedOrder handling
- FixedStability
+ 3 more changes in the full release notes -
July 19, 2026 Version 26.7.19.1
- NewHot Keys, Rebuilt
- NewConflict & Collision Handling
- NewFour New Actions to Bind
- FixedHeld Hot Keys No Longer Repeat
- FixedPosition Sizing & Target Quantities
+ 5 more changes in the full release notes -
June 29, 2026 Version 26.6.29.1
- FixedBug Fixes & Stability
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June 23, 2026 Version 26.6.23.1
- NewWhat’s New
- FixedPerformance & Stability
- FixedOther Fixes
- FixedRisk / Reward Holds Through the Entry Fill
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June 16, 2026 Version 26.6.16.1
- NewMenu Position: Top / Bottom
- FixedOrder Execution & Sizing
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June 10, 2026 Version 26.6.10.1
- NewAsk AI, Right on Your Chart
- NewCustom Line Colors
- NewDisplay & Text Customization
- FixedDrag & Move Reliability
- FixedATM Plan Reliability
+ 1 more change in the full release notes -
June 2, 2026 Version 26.6.2.1
- NewDedicated Properties Window
- NewATM Override Notice
- FixedSmoother Line Dragging
- FixedOrder Movement and Click Reliability
+ 1 more change in the full release notes -
May 29, 2026 Version 26.5.29.1
- NewGeneral Notes
- FixedStability & Polish
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May 4, 2026 Version 26.5.4.1
- NewPanel You Can Actually Customize
- NewRight-Click to Trade
- NewATM Planning Markers
- FixedRendering & Performance Overhaul
- FixedAdditional Fixes
+ 5 more changes in the full release notes -
December 16, 2025 Version 25.12.16.1
- NewCustomer Focused Improvements
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January 31, 2025 Version 25.1.31.1
- FixedOnRender & OrderUpdates Improvements
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January 20, 2025 Version 25.1.20.1
- NewComing Soon
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July 16, 2021 Version 21.7.16.1
- NewInitial Release
Frequently Asked Questions
What do the Essential Chart Trader Tools add to the NinjaTrader Chart Trader?
Essential Chart Trader Tools upgrade the built-in NinjaTrader 8 Chart Trader with faster order entry and stronger risk control, all from the chart. You get everything in Basic Chart Trader Tools plus one-click entry, ATM strategy planning, up to 12 ATM quick select buttons, automatic position sizing, a live risk/reward display, a Close Partial button and market depth on the chart.
Can I place one-click orders from a NinjaTrader chart?
Yes. With One Click Entry you arm a buy or a sell, then a single left-click on the chart places the order at that price. It is faster than basic click entry, which uses click and drag. If you select an ATM strategy first, NinjaTrader's ATM engine attaches the stop and target from that template, so the trade is protected the way you planned.
How do I size positions by dollar risk or account percentage in NinjaTrader?
Turn on Position Sizing and choose a fixed dollar risk or a percent of the account. The tool divides that risk by the stop distance in your ATM strategy to set the quantity, and keeps it between a minimum and maximum you choose. The ATM buttons relabel with the size that will be sent, and a dragged stop can be kept from going past your maximum risk.
Can I block NinjaTrader orders that have no stop loss?
Yes. The ATM Strategy Required setting refuses any new order placed from the Enhanced Chart Trader when no ATM strategy is selected, so nothing goes out without the stop and target your strategy defines. Make sure the template you pick includes a stop. It is off until you turn it on, and Enforce Max Contracts can also cap your position size. These Risk Management settings come with Essential, not Basic.
How do I switch ATM strategies quickly in NinjaTrader?
ATM Quick Select gives you up to 12 labeled buttons on the Chart Trader panel, and each one loads a saved ATM strategy with one click. A button can also set a break-even target. With ATM Strategy Planning on, hovering an entry button draws the entry, stop and targets on the chart, so you can drag them into place before you place the order.
Can I see market depth on a NinjaTrader chart without the SuperDOM?
Yes. The Market Depth Display in Essential Chart Trader Tools shows market depth inside the chart window, replacing the need for a separate SuperDOM. You toggle it on and off from the chart. Because it sits next to your other Chart Trader tools, you can read the depth and place or manage your order from the same window instead of switching between two.
Can I use hot keys with the NinjaTrader Chart Trader?
Yes. The Enhanced Chart Trader has its own Hot Keys window where you click an action and press a key combination to record it, the same way NinjaTrader records its own hot keys. Actions include market buy and sell, Close All, breakeven and position sizing changes. Hot keys stay off until you enable them, and the window warns you when a combination is already in use.
What is the difference between Basic and Essential Chart Trader Tools?
Basic Chart Trader Tools cover click and drag entries, trade management, a breakeven button, the P/L and executions displays, and trading from a chart on the free edition of NinjaTrader. Essential includes all of that and adds one-click entry, ATM quick select and planning, automatic position sizing, the risk/reward display, Close Partial, market depth on the chart and the Risk Management settings.
Does it work with NinjaTrader 8.0.28.0?
Yes. It runs on every NinjaTrader 8.1.x.x release, including the latest, 8.1.8.4, and on NinjaTrader 8.0.28.0, the last 8.0 release. 8.0.28.0 takes its own build: after you buy, request it in your Members Area (NinjaScript Downloads, then NinjaTrader 8.0.28.0) or ask us on live chat and we will set you up.
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