Properties of the Orders Module

Overview

The Properties section of the Orders Module is designed to optimize the user interface and functionality according to individual preferences and system capabilities. It consists of five key areas: Data, Appearance, Buttons, Table, and Theme, each offering specific settings that enhance the module’s usability and performance.

Sections Explained

• Data

  • Update Interval: This setting controls the frequency of updates for the orders grid, affecting the performance of the application. While the actual monitoring of orders occurs continuously in the background, visual updates can be adjusted to match hardware capabilities without impacting the speed of order execution. Users can set the update interval in milliseconds to manage the balance between real-time feedback and system performance.

• Appearance

  • Take Profit and Stop Loss Levels: This section allows users to customize the default levels for Take Profit and Stop Loss options. While the default values are set at intervals of 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100, traders can add any numerical sequence to this list, providing flexibility in setting these crucial trading parameters.

• Buttons

  • Toolbar Customization: Traders can adjust the appearance of toolbar buttons including Cancel, Reverse, Take Profit, Stop Loss, and more. This customization extends to the button fonts and styles, enabling users to create a toolbar that aligns with their visual preferences and accessibility needs.

• Table

  • Orders Grid Aesthetics: The Table settings focus on the visual aspects of the orders grid.
    • Level 1 / Level 2 Rows Painting: This feature acts as a visual notification system indicating how close orders are to being executed, based on predefined point distances. For example, setting Level 1 to 100 points and Level 2 to 200 points allows the grid rows to change color as orders approach these thresholds, providing a clear visual cue to traders about impending executions.
    • Columns Customization: Users can modify the text and color of each column and decide whether to display Level 1 and Level 2 color codings within specific columns, enhancing the readability and functionality of the grid.

• Theme

  • Local Theme Customization: This setting allows for the customization of the module’s theme, enabling it to override the general application theme settings. This is particularly useful for users who wish to maintain a consistent visual style across different modules or need specific visual setups for easier data recognition.

Conclusion

The Properties section in the Orders Module is essential for tailoring the trading interface to meet specific operational needs and personal preferences. By providing extensive customization options for data handling, visual appearance, and interactive elements, the module not only enhances user experience but also improves the efficiency and effectiveness of order management. These settings empower traders to configure their trading environment optimally, leading to better management of their trades and potentially higher performance outcomes.