Option Chain OI Tricks — 7 Intraday Hacks
Practical OI tricks — ATM focus, max pain drift, PCR divergence.
7 Tricks
- ATM first
- Chg OI % vs total OI
- Track max pain moves
- PCR vs price divergence
- OI spurts scan
- Pick 2 strikes only
- Journal what works
Guide
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is this guide for?
- Nifty and Bank Nifty option traders who want structured education around chain reading, OI, and risk — not signal tips.
- Can I trade from this article alone?
- Use it as education paired with live analysis on OptionTools. Paper trade or size down while validating ideas.
Key Takeaways
- ATM beats 50-strike scan.
- Fewer levels, clearer trades.
- Journal validates tricks.
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