reqHistParam IBridgePy Function for Historical Data
The reqHistParam documentation provides precise control over historical data requests from Interactive Brokers. This essential function for algorithmic trading allows custom bar sizes, timeframes, and data ranges.
reqHistParam Documentation: Parameters and Examples
Use reqHistParam to clearly define the parameters when you request historical data from IB.
security: use symbol( ) or symbols( ) or superSymbol( ) to define security
barSize: 1 sec, 5 secs, 15 secs, 30 secs, 1 min, 2 mins, 3 mins, 5 mins, 15 mins, 30 mins, 1 hour, 1 day
goBack: Valid values include any integer followed by a space and then S (seconds), D (days) or W (week), for example, ’10 D’ stands for 10 days
endTime: Defines a query end date and time at any point. Use python datetime object.
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