Grid Step Calculator
Enter lower, upper, and interval count to compare arithmetic and geometric spacing metrics.
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From estimate to a live bot scenario
Carry the same logic into Veles: set comparable parameters, preview the order grid, then backtest before you launch.
- Match direction, leverage, grid, Martingale, and TP/SL
- Inspect orders, capital allocation, and average entry
- Stress-test fees, drawdown, and MAE in a backtest
Assumptions & conventions
- Both arithmetic step and geometric ratio shown for comparison.
- No investment sizing — use grid-orders for capital split.
- Educational estimate only — not financial advice or live exchange data.
Frequently asked questions
What is grid step vs grid count?
gridCount is intervals between lower and upper bound. Level count = gridCount + 1. Arithmetic step = (upper − lower) / gridCount; geometric ratio = (upper / lower)^(1/gridCount).
Mid price and range percent summarize the band without investment sizing.
When should I use grid-step vs grid-orders?
Use grid-step to compare spacing metrics and range width before committing capital. Use grid-orders when you also need capital per interval and the full level list.
Grid return calculator adds fee-aware per-interval return estimates.
Does geometric ratio mean percent per level?
Geometric ratio is a multiplicative factor per interval, not a human percent. A ratio of 1.01 ≈ +1% per step compounded across intervals.
Arithmetic step is absolute price change per interval in quote currency.
Can grid count be zero?
No. gridCount must be at least 1 (one interval, two levels). Upper must exceed lower.
Very large grid counts are capped at 500 for performance.
Are levels listed in this calculator?
No — only step, ratio, mid, range%, and level count. Open grid-orders for the full level string.
Tick rounding for live bots remains manual.
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