FastK (Function)

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The FastK series function returns the Fast K value for the Stochastic oscillator.

Syntax

FastK(StochLength)

Returns (Double)

A numeric value containing FastK for the current bar.

Parameters

Name

Type

Description

StochLength

Numeric

Sets the number of bars to consider.

Remarks

Please refer to the discussion under the Stochastic function.

Example

Assigns to Value1 the Stochastic FastK over 14 bars.

Value1 = FastK(14);

Reference

Takano, Mike. Stochastic Oscillator, Technical Analysis of Stocks and Commodities. April 1991.

Stein, John. The Traders’ Guide to Technical Indicators, Futures Magazine. August 1990.