Is it possible to enter or track "short positions" in Quotestream or the Web Portfolio?
The addition of "short positions" (negative shares) is currently available on our system. In the Quotestream Desktop application, you will note that the "# Shares" column will reflect a red down-arrow in this column when the shares are entered as a negative amount. In the Web Portfolio, the "# ...
- Can I create different layouts in Quotestream?
Yes. Under the Layout Menu, select the 'Create New Layout' link. This will open the following Layout Builder:OrientationSelect the Orientation you would like to start with, Horizontal, Vertical or Single:Left/Right or Top/Bottom ModulesYou can then split your Template into smaller sections wher ...
- Can I enter cash holdings in my portfolios?
Unfortunately, there is no option to enter in cash holdings in our Quotestream application at this time. You can enter any dummy name like MYCASH in the symbol box, no. of share 1 and cash amount in the purchase price but the Profit/Loss $/% will not be reflected correctly so this may not be the ...
- Current known issues with Quotestream Desktop (new Level 2 service)
We believe our new Level 2 terminal, "Quotestream", surpasses our previous Level 2 service and were aware of a growing number of complaints regarding data falling behind the market.For that reason we have released the new service; but are addressing the following missing features which we believ ...
- Does Quotestream run on a Mac computer?
Yes, the Quotestream application does run on the Mac operating system. The only issues that we are aware of some Mac users encountering include: allowing cookies for app.quotemedia.com ensuring that the appropriate Java for Mac software is installed Safari Browser users - Why does the webpag ...
- For Canadian stocks, what do the letters mean on the left hand side of the "Time & Sales" column?
The "Time & Sales" column displays the "Trade Indicator" code on the left side of the column. A normal trade will have no Trade Indicators. Here are the original code descriptions: Code Code Description b Delayed Delivery c Contingent Trade d Cash e Non Boardlot f Mandatory Cash g VW ...
- For LSE (London Stock Exchange) stocks, what do the letters mean on the left hand side of the "Time & Sales" column?
The "Time & Sales" column displays the "Trade Indicator" code on the left side of the column. A normal trade will have no Trade Indicators. Here are the original code descriptions: Code Code Description @ Uncrossing Trade, Contra Trade, or Automatic trade u All other LSE Trade Type Indic ...
- For US stocks, what do the letters mean on the left hand side of the "Time & Sales" column?
The "Time & Sales" column displays the "Trade Indicator" code on the left side of the column. A normal trade will have no Trade Indicators. Here are the original code descriptions: Code Code Description a acquisition b bunched trade - average price c cash trade d distribution e automa ...
- How can I change the font size within Quotestream?
Under the View Menu you have the ability to change the font size that Quotestream II displays. You can select Small, Medium or Large fonts:
- How can I expand the windows within Quotestream?
If at any time you want to expand a certain Module, simply click and hold the edge of the Module and drag the Module dividers as far as you want.
- How can I move or change the order of my entries in my Quotestream portfolio?
You can easily move an entry to a different row by clicking on the symbol, holding your mouse button down, and dragging the symbol to a different row:
- How do I access 'Advanced Charting' in Quotestream?
You can access Advanced Charting from two different locations. From the Tools Menu, simply select Advanced Charting, or at the top of any Chart Module, click on the chart icon labeled as 'Advanced':The following is a sample of the Advanced Charting screen:
- How do I change my preferances within Quotestream?
Under the File Menu is a link to modify some of your general Preferences: Default Symbol: the primary symbol that Quotestream II will use whenever a symbol is not set.Market Depth View: your preferred default view when Market Depth information is loaded.Charting Options: your preferred default c ...
- How do I change the colour theme of Quotestream?
By choosing a different color theme, you will load Quotestream II with a different color set. If you choose the light color theme, it will have the following display:If you prefer a dark color theme, Quotestream II will appear as follows:
- How do I choose what is displayed in the Quotestream scrolling ticker?
There are two places you can access your Ticker editor. One is located under the File Menu:Or to the far right of the Ticker, there is a pencil icon which will also open the Ticker editor:
- How do I create or edit my Quotestream portfolio?
There are two places to access the Portfolio editor. You can use the File Menu at the top of Quotestream II, and select 'Edit Portfolios', or you can click the 'Edit' icon in the Portfolio module:This will give you the portfolio editor screen where you can create, edit, rename, and delete portfo ...
- How do I switch between portfolios in Quotestream?
By using the upper left dropdown box, you can quickly switch between any portfolios that you have created:
- How do I turn on or off the scrolling Ticker or Snap Quotes?
The Snap Quote bar and the Ticker bar at the bottom of the application can be toggled on or off. For example, if you prefer not to have the ticker displaying, simply uncheck the Ticker checkbox under the View Menu:Below is Quotestream II with both the Snap Quote bar and the Ticker bar turned on: ...
- How many portfolios can I manage? How many symbols can I enter in each portfolio?
Quotestream users are permitted to enter up to a maximum of 10 portfolios. Each portfolio may enter up to a maximum of 52 symbols.
- I was previously subscribed to Desktop Trader what has changed?
The email below, sent to all subscribers, outlines the changes for those who previously subscribed to our DeskTop Trader (streaming Level1) service.<email begins> Dear Subscriber, We are delighted to announce the launch of our new real-time pricing service, one that consolidates our previ ...
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