PC Performance

Keep Up With The Markets

Maximize your PC's performance by keeping your software updated, optimizing settings, and maintaining a clean system.

These steps can contribute to a more efficient and seamless trading experience.

Workspaces

Close unnecessary programs and Windows user profiles.

Ensure NinjaTrader has only one workspace open.

Ensure your charts have no other tabs "behind" the visible chart unless it is intentionally part of your trading workspace.

Power Settings

Switch the power plan to "Ultimate Performance" or "High Performance" in Windows to allocate more resources to applications, contributing to a smoother operation of NinjaTrader.

In the Windows search bar at the bottom left, type "Power" and select "Edit Power Plan" from the options.

Select "Ultimate Performance" from the preferred plans option.

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Example of Power Settings

WATCH: How to switch your power plan to "Ultimate Performance."

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Microsoft OneDrive

Removing Microsoft OneDrive from your PC can improve NinjaTrader and AlgoBox™ performance by reducing background processes, freeing up system resources.

In the Windows search bar at the bottom left, type "Apps" and select "Settings" from the options.

Click the "Apps" menu on the left side, enter "Installed Apps," type "OneDrive" in the search bar, and click on the three dots to the right. Select "Uninstall" from the options.

Example Of Uninstalling Microsoft OneDrive

WATCH: How to uninstall Microsoft OneDrive.

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Windows Security

Turning off Windows Security can improve NinjaTrader performance by reducing background processes which can lead to smoother trade execution and better responsiveness.

In the Windows search bar at the bottom left, type "Windows Security" and select "Windows Security" from the options.

Click on "Virus & Threat Protection" in the left menu, then select "Manage Settings" under the "Virus & Threat Protection Settings" on the right-hand side.

Toggle "Off" on all options (this action may prompt administrative approval; select "Yes" to proceed).

Disabling Windows Security is at your own risk as these settings are strictly intended for a dedicated trading machines.

Click on "Apps & Browser Control" in the left menu, then choose "Exploit Protection Settings" under the "Exploit Protection" category on the right-hand side.

Change all options to "Off By Default" under the system settings category.

Example Of Disabling Windows Security

WATCH: How to disable all Windows security settings.

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CPU Overclocking? At Your Own Risk!

Overclocking the CPU may boost your PCs processing speed for a smoother trading experience and faster trade execution.

We do not encourage, suggest, recommend nor support CPU overclocking due to its risks, which can potentially damage your workstation and/or shorten hardware lifespan. Overclocking is at your own risk. This is merely an option that reflects Vinny E. Mini's personal preferences for the best trading experience.

In the Windows search bar at the bottom left, type "System Information" and select "System Information" from the options.

Here you can find the processor and motherboard that your system is currently running.

With the processor and motherboard information in the "System Information" tab, you can search for the best methods to overclock your CPU on YouTube or Google.

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Reset Sim Account

WATCH: How to reset your sim/demo account and clear historical trades.

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Enable Hot Keys

WATCH: How to enable the Hotkeys function on NinjaTrader.

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AlgoBox_NEW_Clean_HighPriority_Startup.bat

Our AlgoBox_NEW_Clean_HighPriority_Startup.bat file is a powerful utility designed to optimize your NinjaTrader performance every time you launch the platform. When run, it automatically starts NT in high priority mode, ensuring your computer allocates more system resources for smoother operation. It also clears old database files, cache, and outdated tick data, which can otherwise slow down the software or cause unnecessary lag.

WATCH: How to create a shortcut for the AlgoBox™ High Priority Startup File and place it on the desktop for easy access.

By regularly using this startup file, you'll keep your system clean and responsive — leading to faster load times, better chart performance, and an overall improved trading experience.

The Windows directory to find the startup file may look like this: C:\Users\YourUserName\Documents\NinjaTrader8\AlgoBox_NEW_Clean_HighPriority_Startup.bat

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Reset Database

WATCH: How to clear and reset the database in NinjaTrader.

Using "Reset DB" may take some time, depending on the size of your historical trades data set, so it may be a good idea to do this outside of market hours when possible.

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Video Tutorials: PC Performance

WATCH: Vinny demonstrates how to optimize your PC for peak performance.

WATCH: Another video where Vinny E. Mini demonstrates how to optimize your PC for better performance.

Typing "!performance" in the AlgoBox™ Discord Trade Room will bring up the two videos mentioned above.

WATCH: Vinny E. Mini shows the three software tools he uses to maximize his PC's performance in this short clip.

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