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----- Original Message ----- 
From: "brian.z123" <brian.z123@xxxxxxxxxxxx>
To: <amibroker@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Sunday, February 18, 2007 5:33 PM
Subject: [amibroker] Re: I think the real defect of Amibroker is charting


> 
> Fair enough.
> 
> A few minutes at the website doesn't equal a trial.
> 
> I will take the Ensign trial when I get a chance and have a look at 
> the additional studies.

As well as the other characteristics mentioned, including chart quality/clarity/crispness, ease of use, depth of studies, etc.  Have fun.

> 
> BrianB2.
> 
> --- In amibroker@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "wavemechanic" <fimdot@xxx> wrote:
>>
>> Brian:
>> 
>> If you are really interested in using charting techniques, have you 
> considered looking at some of the programs, including those mentioned 
> in previous messages, on a trial basis?
>> 
>> Bill
>> 
>> 
>> ----- Original Message ----- 
>> From: "brian.z123" <brian.z123@xxx>
>> To: <amibroker@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx>
>> Sent: Sunday, February 18, 2007 8:31 AM
>> Subject: [amibroker] Re: I think the real defect of Amibroker is 
> charting
>> 
>> 
>> > Hello Trading Humble,
>> > 
>> > I am not having a go at you or pushing any agenda; I am trying to 
>> > understand what the chartists want for my own reasons
>> > (if they are using charts in a way that I am not and it is 
>> > contributing to their trading success I want to know about it).
>> > 
>> > The problem is no-one can specify what it is they are after 
>> > (including screenshots).
>> > 
>> > Rakesh lists some studies; fair enough, you've definitely drawn 
> some 
>> > empathy from me.
>> > Without the facts, however, I can't decide either way, but I 
> assume 
>> > Tomasz must have his reasons why he didn't implement the 
> suggestions.
>> > 
>> > I read Joe's post of 03 #49871 but without a screenshot I can't 
>> > readily understand what he wants.
>> > 
>> > 
> ********************************************************************
>> > 
>> > Re your points.
>> > 
>> > I am an art lover.
>> > I particularly like visionary art.
>> > If you want graphics have a look at 
>> > 
>> > http://iasos.com/artists/
>> > 
>> > but I am not looking for an art experience when I open AB.
>> > 
>> > I think it looks quite nice and it is visually pleasant while 
> working 
>> > in it.
>> > We have a choice of skins.
>> > 
>> > 
>> > I have had a quick look at the Ensign site and I don't agree that 
> the 
>> > chart quality is superior although the web page is more artistic.
>> > 
>> > Crispy can only be an issue of resolution or contrast.
>> > Isn't the resolution the same for most of us (depending on 
> computer 
>> > graphics card)?
>> > How can another software package have superior resolution to Ami?
>> > Would it show on my computer if it did?
>> > 
>> > Contrast comes down to the colours used; two adjacent lines look 
>> > different depending on the colours used or perspective.
>> > 
>> > How do we add perspective to 2D charts.
>> > Anyway, once again 3D is arty but seldom functional in software.
>> > Of course Ami does have 3D where it counts; in the optimised 
> output.
>> > 
>> > Doesn't Ami have a full colour palette the equal of other 
> software 
>> > and don't we have the option to change colour settings?
>> > 
>> > Ensign uses a lot of colour which looks *arty*, but does it have 
> a 
>> > function other than entertainment?
>> > 
>> > I love pink, but I am not sure about it in my candlesticks.
>> > 
>> > I don't agree that the Ensign charts look any better than Ami's.
>> > 
>> > It can't be in the fonts, as they are standard.
>> > Where is the difference?
>> > 
>> > Ensign appears to have some extra studies and drawing tools; are 
> they 
>> > what people want?
>> > 
>> > If so why not put forward a well researched and referenced 
> request 
>> > with screenshots.
>> > Advertise it here and submit it to suggestions and I am sure you 
> will 
>> > get a hearing.
>> > Some of the fence sitters, like me, may even join in the chorus 
>> > asking Tomasz to implement them.
>> > 
>> > As for ease of use; how exactly is the way we use Ami's drawing 
> tools 
>> > any different from other programs (point & click)?
>> > 
>> > As I said, I am looking to buy your arguments but no one has made 
> a 
>> > tempting offer so far.
>> > 
>> > Regards,
>> > 
>> > BrianB2.
>> > 
>> > --- In amibroker@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "tradinghumble" <sharp2be@> 
>> > wrote:
>> >>
>> >> Just adding to the opinions here, I think AB is the king of 
>> >> backtesting and programming but I have to agree that it lacks 
> when 
>> >> comes to charting... and I'm not talking about indicators, I'm 
>> >> talking about "charting, quality, graphics, etc" ... I've 
> brought 
>> >> this issue up many times but noone seems to understand it... I 
>> > guess 
>> >> you have to use TradesStation or even Ensign and QT to 
> understand 
>> >> what I mean by crispy ... on the other hand, I've hard people 
>> >> comparing AB to Metastock.. now, that's silly, AB is miles away 
>> > from 
>> >> Metastock , 15 times better... so, in summary, if your think is 
> EOD 
>> >> charts and your main focus is automation, there's no better 
> place 
>> >> than AB...
>> >> 
>> >> 
>> >> --- In amibroker@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx, "Rik Rasmussen" <hrasmussen@> 
>> >> wrote:
>> >> >
>> >> > You do not mention any way you find it to be inferior.
>> >> > 
>> >> > What is it about the charts that you find lacking?
>> >> > 
>> >> > Rik Rasmussen
>> >> > 
>> >> > > -----Original Message-----
>> >> > > From: amibroker@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx 
>> >> > > [mailto:amibroker@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx] On Behalf Of itmwh
>> >> > > Sent: Thursday, February 15, 2007 9:50 AM
>> >> > > To: amibroker@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
>> >> > > Subject: [amibroker] I think the real defect of Amibroker is 
>> >> charting
>> >> > > 
>> >> > > 
>> >> > > I think amibroker as a system 
> developing/backtesting/automatic 
>> >> > > excecution software is superb, actually, in my opinion, best 
> in 
>> >> the 
>> >> > > market, especially considering the price. But as a new user 
> of 
>> >> > > Amibroker, I also found the charting proportion of Amibroker 
>> >> > > is not as 
>> >> > > competive as other functions.  I have some experience with 
>> >> > > ensign, and 
>> >> > > feel that is the best charting software. I am not a 
>> > discretionary 
>> >> > > trader, and I do not think ensign is worthy of the monthly 
>> >> > > subscription 
>> >> > > price, so I will stay with Amibroker , but I hope amibroker 
>> >> > > can improve 
>> >> > > its charting function. A improved charting capability ,will 
>> >> appeal to 
>> >> > > the vast majority of the retail traders and also greatly 
>> > improve 
>> >> the 
>> >> > > sales of this software, even at a higher price. Just my 
>> > personal 
>> >> > > thoughts, sorry if not correct.
>> >> >
>> >>
>> > 
>> > 
>> > 
>> > 
>> > Please note that this group is for discussion between users only.
>> > 
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>> > 
>> > 
>> > 
>> > 
>> > 
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