Trading futures on the go has never been more seamless, and with the NinjaTrader mobile app’s chart trading functionality, you can execute trades directly from your chart with just a few taps. Watch our walkthrough video on chart trading and then take your skills a step further by learning best practices, pro tips, and strategies for maximizing efficiency in mobile chart trading.
Why chart trading?
Chart trading provides an intuitive, visual way to interact with the markets. Instead of manually entering orders through a separate panel, you can place, modify, and manage trades directly from your chart. This is especially useful for active traders who need to react quickly to price movements.
Best practices for efficient chart trading
To make the most out of chart trading on the NinjaTrader mobile app, consider the following best practices:
1. Use Quick-Tap Buttons Wisely
The buy (green) and sell (orange) market buttons are designed for fast execution, but you should always double-check your position size before tapping.
If you need to exit quickly, the Close button allows you to flatten your position instantly.
2. Optimize Limit and Stop Orders
Instead of rushing into market orders, consider placing limit orders by tapping and holding at your desired price level.
For risk management, stop orders can help protect against unexpected market movements.
3. Adjust Orders with Precision
After placing an order, you can modify the price by dragging the label on the chart.
Tap the green or red arrow on the label for buy or sell orders respectively for precise order adjustments without dragging.
4. Utilize Bracket and Trailing Stops for Risk Management
Bracket orders automatically set up a profit target and stop-loss, helping you manage trades with less manual input.
Trailing stops adjust dynamically as the market moves in your favor.
Pro tip: enhance your execution speed
For traders who rely on fast execution, it's important to customize the NinjaTrader mobile app experience:
Configure default order size in settings to avoid manual adjustments every time.
Use bracketed exit orders (take profit and stop-loss) to set conditional trade setups.
Practice in a simulated environment before trading live to get comfortable with mobile trade execution.
Key takeaways to streamline your trading experience
Chart trading in the NinjaTrader mobile app offers an efficient, visual way to trade directly from price charts.
Quick-tap buttons allow for fast market orders, while limit/stop orders provide greater precision.
Order modification is simple using drag and drop or the adjustment arrows.
Bracket orders and trailing stops help automate trade management and risk protection.
Whether you’re a day trader needing quick execution or a swing trader looking to manage positions efficiently, the NinjaTrader mobile app’s chart trading tools can help streamline your trading experience. Watch the video walkthrough if you haven’t already and start refining your approach to mobile trading today!
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