Ethan Jiang

Complete guide to 0DTE options trading from TradingView charts — strategy types, risk management, IV behavior, and how to execute 0DTE single-leg orders with auto exits through IBKR.

Ethan JiangJune 27 min read

Compare the top options trading automation tools for TradingView: webhook relays vs chart-native execution. PickMyTrade, TradersPost, OptionTrigger — features, pricing, and which fits your workflow.

Ethan JiangJune 26 min read

Learn the covered call options strategy on TradingView charts — stock selection, strike price analysis, IV context, and how to execute covered calls through IBKR with visual trade management.

Ethan JiangJune 27 min read

Learn how to trade options from TradingView charts — from setting up your broker connection to placing your first single-leg order with auto TP/SL. Complete beginner workflow with IBKR TWS.

Ethan JiangJune 27 min read

Master IBKR TWS for options trading — platform setup, options permissions, market data subscriptions, order types, and how to combine TWS with TradingView for a complete workflow.

Ethan JiangJune 28 min read

Complete risk management framework for options traders — position sizing, stop-loss strategies, Greeks-based risk controls, and how to implement automated risk rules with IBKR execution.

Ethan JiangJune 27 min read

How to use Pine Script for options trading strategies on TradingView — write custom option signal scripts, create strategy alerts, and send option orders to IBKR through webhooks or chart-native execution.

Ethan JiangJune 25 min read

Fix common IBKR API connection problems — port conflicts, SSL errors, connection refused, authentication failures. Complete troubleshooting guide for OptionTrigger and other IBKR-connected tools.

Ethan JiangJune 25 min read

Track the Moomoo OpenD integration status for OptionTrigger. Currently in development — this page is the canonical source for timeline, technical requirements, and beta access information.

Ethan JiangJune 24 min read

Master the TradingView options chain — setup guide, real-time data requirements, strike visualization, and how to overcome the platform's native limitations for IBKR options trading.

Ethan JiangJune 26 min read

Use TradingView for options analysis and route IBKR option orders through TWS or IB Gateway — permissions, market data, port setup, OptionTrigger workflow, and common errors fixed.

Ethan JiangMay 2214 min read

Step-by-step iron condor workflow for TradingView traders — chart planning, strike selection, IV context, and why multi-leg fills belong in IBKR TWS (not chart extensions).

Ethan JiangMay 226 min read

How to automate options trading from TradingView — webhook relays vs chart-native execution, IBKR setup, single-leg limits, risk controls, paper trading, and compliance basics.

Ethan JiangMay 2214 min read

Learn how to trade options from a TradingView workflow — what TradingView supports, where IBKR execution happens, one-click single-leg orders, auto TP/SL, and risk controls.

Ethan JiangMay 2217 min read

Plan a two-leg vertical spread on TradingView charts, then execute bull put or bear call spreads as IBKR combo orders — with single-leg OptionTrigger for hedges only.

Ethan JiangMay 224 min read

Why stock stop-losses fail for options, how OptionTrigger automates take-profit and stop-loss on option premium from TradingView Desktop, and which SL modes to use.

Ethan JiangMay 225 min read

End-to-end setup: IBKR options permissions, TWS or IB Gateway API, OptionTrigger Desktop, and TradingView Desktop injection for single-leg options workflows.

Ethan JiangMay 226 min read

Configure market or limit orders separately for Entry Buy/Sell, Take Profit, Stop Loss, and Close — with Mid, Aggressive, and Passive limit pricing and quote fallback rules.

Ethan JiangMay 225 min read

Field-by-field checklist for sending TradingView Pine alerts to IBKR via webhook relays — symbology, paper testing, duplicates, and when to use chart-native tools instead.

Ethan JiangMay 224 min read

How to plan spreads on TradingView charts and execute verticals, iron condors, and calendars as bundled orders in IBKR TWS — and where OptionTrigger fits for single-leg.

Ethan JiangMay 224 min read

Practice US equity options on TradingView charts with IBKR paper TWS/Gateway and OptionTrigger — setup, market data, validation checklist, and when to go live.

Ethan JiangMay 225 min read

Understand TradingView alert webhooks for options trading — architecture, relay platforms, IBKR path, failure modes, and how chart-native tools differ from cloud relays.

Ethan JiangMay 224 min read

OptionTrigger v1.2.1 brings preferred expiration dates, position modes, multiple purchase support, and many stability improvements.

Ethan JiangFebruary 243 min read

Learn how AutoSize automatically selects the optimal option contract based on your risk parameters

Ethan JiangJanuary 302 min read

Step-by-step guide to install and configure the OptionTrigger Chrome Extension for browser-based TradingView

Ethan JiangJanuary 303 min read

Detailed guide to configure Interactive Brokers TWS for use with OptionTrigger

Ethan JiangJanuary 302 min read

Master OptionTrigger's enhanced Long and Short position tools for visual trade planning with entry circles, TP/SL lines, and option prices

Ethan JiangJanuary 304 min read

Learn how to set up multiple take profit targets with custom close percentages for better profit management

Ethan JiangJanuary 304 min read

Step-by-step guide to execute your first options trade using OptionTrigger - from trade plan to order confirmation

Ethan JiangJanuary 305 min read

Learn how to use the Portfolio Panel to view and manage your positions, orders, and account information

Ethan JiangJanuary 302 min read

Get up and running with OptionTrigger in 5 minutes - from registration to your first trade plan

Ethan JiangJanuary 304 min read

Troubleshoot SSL certificate issues for secure communication between the extension and backend

Ethan JiangJanuary 302 min read

Understand the three stop-loss modes in OptionTrigger: Wick SL, Body SL, and Hybrid SL for different trading styles

Ethan JiangJanuary 304 min read

Learn what OptionTrigger is, its core features, and how it helps options traders visualize, plan, and execute trades directly from TradingView charts

Ethan JiangJanuary 304 min read

Step-by-step guide to install and configure OptionTrigger Desktop, connect to Interactive Brokers for options trading

Ethan JiangJanuary 227 min read