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Date/Time: Sun, 07 Sep 2025 19:32:00 +0000



How to know SCT_ORDERTYPE_LIMIT_CHASE; is actually chasing?

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[2025-08-20 00:39:55]
User944318 - Posts: 22
I am backtesting an acsil study where my entry has an attached child target which is set to chase. When I backtest this study, it doesn't appear to chase. How can I fix this?
[2025-08-20 13:55:51]
John - SC Support - Posts: 41652
Which back testing option are you using?
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[2025-08-20 15:24:15]
User944318 - Posts: 22
Replay back test
[2025-08-20 18:50:06]
John - SC Support - Posts: 41652
Check the "Trade >> Trade Orders Window" and make sure the order type is correct:
Trading Information Windows: Trade Orders Window

What did you set the Maximum Chase amount to?
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[2025-08-20 20:07:07]
User944318 - Posts: 22
The order type is correct. How do I set the maximum chase amount?
[2025-08-20 20:43:10]
John - SC Support - Posts: 41652
Refer to the following:
Basic Trading and the Trade Window: Set >> Maximum Chase for Chase Limit Orders
For the most reliable, advanced, and zero cost futures order routing, use the Teton service:
Sierra Chart Teton Futures Order Routing

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