Tick volume is one of the volume indicators that provides a deep understanding of market dynamics, giving a competitive advantage in the market.
This article delves into the nuances of using tick volume and tick charts within the ATAS platform.
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This question typically arises among beginner traders who are getting acquainted with the currency markets using the popular MetaTrader 4 terminal.
Below is a screenshot of hourly charts from the MetaTrader 4 terminal (EUR/USD market, data provided by the broker) and the ATAS platform (6E futures market, data from the CME exchange).
Forex brokers provide what are known as tick volumes to the platforms they support, including MT4 (top chart). Put simply, they count the number of price changes within a time unit.
Real volumes (bottom chart), on the other hand, represent the number of traded contracts involving real money.
While tick volumes and real volumes are related, they have only a minor similarity. Upon closer examination, the difference between them becomes apparent (marked with circles on the charts).
Cons of tick volume in the standard forex terminal:
Nevertheless, tick volumes do offer a slight advantage in Forex – they enable traders to make simple judgments about market activity. However, you need actual trading volumes provided by the exchange for more accurate volume analysis.
The volume indicator in the ATAS platform has 4 modes:
The difference between the first two modes is visible in the screenshot below. This is a Euro futures contract and an independent time chart of the Volume (1000) type, where each new candle opens when 1000 contracts are traded in the market.
Two volume indicators in different modes have been added to the indicator section:
Let’s switch the same chart from the Volume (1000) type to the Tick (1000) type.
As you can see, the situation has changed. Now:
The main advantage of time-independent charts (Tick Chart and Volume Chart) is that they enable you to view the chart from a different perspective. You can pay less attention to areas with low volatility (such as the Asian session) and focus more on areas with high volatility (such as the American session). Additionally, a tick chart enhances visualization and simplifies the construction of technical analysis chart patterns.
What are tick volumes in Forex?
Tick volume represents the quantitative price change within a time frame unit. One tick is equal to one price fluctuation. This is how the tick volume indicator operates in MetaTrader 4, a widely used trading terminal for forex trading.
What is a tick in the ATAS platform?
In the ATAS platform, a tick can represent:
How to add the tick volume indicator to the chart?
In the ATAS platform, the indicator will display the number of trades within one candle.
What is the difference between real and tick volumes?
Real volumes represent the actual number of traded exchange assets: futures contracts, stocks, coins in the cryptocurrency market.
Tick volumes, on the other hand, can be defined as:
Can I use tick volumes in forex trading?
Yes, if they help you trade profitably. However, to increase analysis accuracy and trading efficiency, consider incorporating exchange data on real volumes, as well as using professional indicators provided by the ATAS platform and designed to work with them.
You can find more practical information about tick volumes and volume analysis indicators in trading at the following links:
To analyze volumes on the stock exchange, you will need quality software, theoretical knowledge, and practical skills. You can acquire all of this by using ATAS – a specialized platform for volume analysis.
Get acquainted with the theory. In the ATAS blog, the built-in Learn section within the platform, on the YouTube channel, and in the Knowledge Base, you will discover examples of exchange volume analysis, strategy-building insights, indicator applications, and other valuable information. Additionally, platform users can count on responsive support from ATAS.
Develop practical skills with Market Replay – a built-in simulator for traders. Learn to interpret tick volume and other indicators on historical data without risk, as if trading were happening in real time. And all this without risking your real capital.
Use professional tools from ATAS. Try combining vertical volumes (regular Volumes, tick volumes, Bid Ask, Delta) with other indicators to gain a more comprehensive understanding of the market. Experiment with:
Tick volumes are a foundational concept in trading, but misunderstandings and confusion can arise due to the varied meanings of the term ‘tick’ in different contexts. This article aims to prevent such confusion by explaining the nuances of using tick volumes, particularly within the ATAS platform.
Download ATAS, professional software for working with market volumes. It is free. During the trial period, you will get full access to the platform’s tools to experiment with tick and other volumes. Moreover, you can continue using the program for free even after the 14-day trial period is over, whether it is for cryptocurrency trading and/or learning, conducting market analysis.
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Information in this article cannot be perceived as a call for investing or buying/selling of any asset on the exchange. All situations, discussed in the article, are provided with the purpose of getting acquainted with the functionality and advantages of the ATAS platform.
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