How to get more than 512 bars of history in ProScreener?

FAQs - Category: Screener

By default, ProScreener in ProRealTime limits historical data to 512 bars for performance reasons. If you need more history for scanning or backtesting conditions, the limitation may be due to:

  1. Built-in ProScreener Constraints – The platform enforces a maximum of 512 bars in scans to optimize execution speed.
  2. Timeframe Selection – Lower timeframes (e.g., 1-minute or 5-minute charts) will reach the 512-bar limit quickly, restricting the available historical data.
  3. Platform or Subscription Limitations – Depending on your ProRealTime version (free vs. premium), data history may be restricted.

Solution

While you cannot directly extend the 512-bar limit in ProScreener, you can work around it using the following methods:

  1. Use Higher Timeframes

    • Instead of scanning on a 1-minute or 5-minute chart, try using higher timeframes (e.g., 1-hour, 4-hour, or daily). This allows you to access a longer historical range within the 512-bar limit.
  2. Upgrade to a Premium Data Plan

    • If you’re using a free version of ProRealTime, consider upgrading to ProRealTime Complete or Premium to unlock more data access.

Although ProScreener is limited to 512 bars, these workarounds can help you analyze a longer history or switch to longer ones by switching your plan.

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