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How to Export ThinkOrSwim Chart Data to a CSV File
Learn how to export the large amount of data available inside of TOS. You’ll learn how to run your own queries, and export the results to a CSV.
July’s Seasonal Analysis in the S&P 500
We’ll explore the unique July seasonal patterns in the S&P 500, going back more than 20 years.
The Secret to Confirming V-Shaped Reversals
V-shaped reversals in the S&P 500 show a 78.6% win rate on same-day entries confirmed by volume spikes and VWAP reclaim. Historical data table, volume profile analysis, ThinkScript detection code, and step-by-step trading framework for intraday and daily timeframes.
Is It Worth Buying 0 DTE Options?
We’ll dive deeper into the world of SPY options, measuring the 0 DTE option contracts with the 2 DTE and 5 DTE contracts.
The Predictive Powers of Morning Volatility
A step-by-step guide on how to leverage morning volatility in the index markets to predict the trading day.
How to Find Hidden Volatility When Markets Are Quiet
I’ll show you a simple way to find hidden volatility trade setups, especially when the S&P 500, DOW and Nasdaq are not moving much.
An Easy Way to Recognize Trend Days
A simple 3-step process to recognize trend days, using the morning’s opening range volatility.
The Sneaky Double Top
A step-by-step guide to recognize the sneaky double-top chart pattern, designed to stop out most traders.
AAPL Opening Range Breakout Test
Leverage the ORB Backtester to find a specific ORB Strategy in AAPL that allows you to skew the risk/reward ratio in your favor (risk 1: reward 2), while maintaining a 70%+ win rate over the past 30 days.
How to Identify and Trade False Breakouts
I’ll share an easy way that you can confirm false breakouts, by using a simple (and free!) momentum indicator.
4 High-Probability Day Trading Setups Every Trader Should Know
4 high-probability, trade setups, with detailed rules for you to pick and choose from, based on your trading style.
TTM Squeeze Setup in SPY on 3 Different Time Frames
Let’s break down a squeeze setup inside of the S&P 500 across 3 different intraday timeframes. We’ll look at the 5-minute, 3-minute, and 1-minute time frames, studying the same setup.
Opening Range Breakout (ORB) Strategy Backtest: SPY vs AAPL Results
Is the ORB strategy working in any market consistently, during this volatility? Let’s put it to the test with our ORB backtester, comparing SPY vs. QQQ vs. AAPL.
First VIX Warning Signal of 2023
The VIX printed its first Bollinger Bands Reversal signal recently, while staying below 20. In 2022, this was a solid indicator on the broader sentiments behind the market. Will it continue in 2023?
How to Use ChatGPT To Analyze Economic Reports
Can ChatGPT analyze key economic reports and releases, and give us the key takeaways?














