Executing custom Atm Strategy

[martyn73]

I'm attempting to execute a custom created Atm Strategy created using the Chart Trader Atm Strategy selector. Method AtmStrategy.StartAtmStrategy() does not work because it requires that an Atm Strategy file to exist. Is there a way to execute a custom Atm Strategy in NinjaScript? Or do I have to create the strategy file, execute the atm strategy, then delete the file again?

[NinjaTrader_ChelseaB]

Hello martyn73,

Are you referring to the Atm Strategy Template as the file?

If you are planning to custom code the logic, I would not recommend using AtmStrategy methods.

Below is a link to an example of custom trailing logic.

https://ninjatrader.com/support/forum/forum/ninjatrader-8/platform-technical-support-aa/97419-priceos-cs-expecting?p=802269#post802269

If you are using Atm Strategy methods, the Atm Strategy Template should be made manually in the Chart Trader Atm Strategy window, or SuperDOM window.

[martyn73]

Hi Chelsea, I'm referring to when you select "Custom" from the Chart Trader strategy selector. And create an Atm Strategy on the fly. It appears that this method does not create a strategy file. So when I execute StartAtmStrategy() when "Custom" has been selected it fails because it's trying to find that Atm Strategy file. So am wondering if there is a different way of executing the Atm Strategy when "Custom" is selected. Thanks.

[NinjaTrader_ChelseaB]

Hello martyn73,

If the Atm Strategy window is open, click Save as Template to save a template file.

Below is a link to an example that uses the addon approach to submitting orders with an Atm (including a custom Atm).

http://ninjatrader.com/support/forum/showthread.php?p=515555#post515555