Day Trading from Chat (Execute Trades Instantly)
Use AI to find intraday setups and execute trades in seconds. Perfect for Blitz traders who need speed.
Note: Day trading is an advanced, high‑volatility workflow. Most traders should start with Money Monty (generalist) or Maverick (swing) and practice in paper first.
⏱️ Time: 15-30 minutes per trade 💰 Capital needed: $500+ (for options), $2,000+ (for shares) 📱🌐 Platform: Both iOS & Web 👤 Best for: Blitz companion (experienced day traders) 🎯 Skill level: Advanced
🎯 What You'll Learn
By the end of this workflow, you'll know how to:
Use AI Quick Prompts to find day trade setups
Execute trades directly from chat in 3 clicks
Set proper stop losses and targets
Monitor and exit positions intraday
Complete full day trade cycle in under 30 minutes
This workflow demonstrates: The power of executing trades from chat - from AI recommendation to order placed in seconds.
📋 Prerequisites
Before Starting:
1. Connected Brokerage
Connected brokerage account (or Ape Paper Trading)
Sufficient buying power for day trading
2. Trading Permissions Enabled
Enable "Execute from Chat" in Settings
3. Day Trading Requirements
If using real money: Pattern Day Trader rule ($25k minimum)
Or: Use Ape Paper Trading Account (no minimums)
4. Companion Setup
Set companion to Blitz (day trader focused; advanced)
🚀 The Complete Day Trading Workflow
Step 1: Pre-Market Prep (9:00 AM - 9:25 AM)
Open Ape AI and navigate to Chat.
Ask AI for pre-market movers:
"What stocks are gapping up pre-market with volume?"
AI Response Example:
"Pre-market movers with volume:
TSLA +3.2% on delivery numbers (volume: 5.2M)
NVDA -2.1% on profit-taking (volume: 3.8M)
AMD +4.8% on analyst upgrade (volume: 6.1M)
AMD has the cleanest setup - breaking above $175 resistance with strong volume."
Pro tip: Screenshot or note the tickers AI recommends for later.
Step 2: Find Specific Trade Setup (9:25 AM - 9:30 AM)
Use Quick Prompt: "Major Support and Resistance" or "Pre‑Market Movers"
📱 iOS:
Tap Prompts button (bottom toolbar)
Select "Major Support and Resistance" (or "Pre‑Market Movers")
When asked, type: AMD
🌐 Web:
Press Ctrl+P (or click Prompts icon)
Select "Major Support and Resistance" (or "Pre‑Market Movers")
Type: AMD
AI Response Example:
Day Trade Setup: AMD Momentum Play
Stock: AMD Current Price: $178.50 Setup Type: Breakout continuation
Options Trade:
Buy: AMD $180 calls
Expiration: Today (0DTE) or Tomorrow
Entry: $3.50 - $3.70
Target: $5.00 - $5.50 (43% gain)
Stop: $2.80 (20% loss)
Risk/Reward: 2.1:1
Reasoning:
AMD broke $175 resistance with volume
RSI showing strong momentum (RSI 68)
Intraday target: $182-185
Volume profile supporting move
Key Level: Hold above $177.50 or bail
Execute Trade button appears below
Step 3: Execute the Trade (9:30 AM - Market Open)
You'll see an "Execute Trade" button below AI's recommendation.
📱 iOS - Execute:
Tap "Execute Trade" button
Review pre-filled order:
Ticker: AMD
Action: Buy to Open
Type: Call
Strike: $180
Expiration: 11/8
Quantity: 1 contract
Price: $3.60 (limit)
Est. Cost: $360
Adjust if needed:
Keep quantity at 1 for first trade
Confirm limit price is fair ($3.50-$3.70 range)
Check buying power
Tap "Place Order"
Authenticate with Face ID / Touch ID
Order placed! ✅
🌐 Web - Execute:
Click "Execute Trade" button
Review order details (same as above)
Adjust if needed
Click "Confirm & Place Order"
Authenticate with password/2FA
Order placed! ✅
Confirmation:
✅ Order filled: AMD $180 call exp 11/8 @ $3.60 Entry: $3.60 Target: $5.00 Stop: $2.80
Step 4: Set Stop Loss Immediately (9:31 AM)
This is crucial - don't skip!
Go to Portfolio Tab:
📱 iOS:
Tap Portfolio (bottom navigation)
Find AMD $180 call position
Tap the position
Tap "Set Alert" or "Set Stop Loss"
Enter $2.80 (AI's recommended stop)
Save
🌐 Web:
Click Portfolio (left sidebar)
Find AMD $180 call position
Click "Manage Position"
Set Stop Loss: $2.80
Save
Why this matters: Stop loss protects you from big losses if trade goes wrong.
Step 5: Monitor Position (9:30 AM - 12:00 PM)
Keep an eye on your trade:
Check every 30-60 minutes:
Current option price
Underlying stock (AMD) price
Is it approaching target ($5.00)?
Is it approaching stop ($2.80)?
Use AI for updates:
"How's my AMD call looking?"
AI Response Example:
"AMD $180 call update:
Current: $4.20 (up 17% from entry)
AMD stock: $180.50 (holding above $180)
Target: $5.00 (still achievable)
Stop: $2.80 (safe distance)
Recommendation: Hold. AMD showing strength. Consider taking partial profits at $4.50."
Step 6: Take Profits (Exit Strategy)
Option A: Hit Target ($5.00)
If AMD call reaches $5.00:
Ask AI:
"Should I close my AMD call at $5.00?"
AI Response:
"AMD hitting target. Take profits now."
Execute Exit:
Go to Chat
Say: "Sell my AMD call"
"Execute Trade" button appears
Review: Sell to Close, Limit $5.00
Place Order → Authenticate
Sold! ✅
Result:
Entry: $3.60
Exit: $5.00
Profit: $140 per contract (39% gain)
Time held: ~2 hours
Option B: Partial Profits ($4.50)
If AMD call reaches $4.50 mid-day:
Ask AI:
"Should I take profits on my AMD call at $4.50?"
AI:
"AMD consolidating at $181. Consider taking 50% off at $4.50, let rest run to $5.00."
Execute Partial Exit:
If you have 2 contracts: Sell 1
If you have 1 contract: Decide to sell all or hold
Use chat: "Sell 1 AMD $180 call"
Execute → Profit locked: $90 (25% gain)
Keep 1 contract running for target
Option C: Stop Loss Hit ($2.80)
If trade goes against you:
Your stop loss triggers automatically (if you set one at brokerage level)
OR
If manual stop:
Watch for stop:
AMD call drops to $2.80
AI alerts you: "AMD call hitting stop loss level"
Execute Exit:
Chat: "Sell my AMD call"
Execute: Sell to Close at market or $2.80 limit
Cut loss: -$80 (22% loss)
Why this is okay: Small loss is better than big loss. Move on to next trade.
Step 7: Post-Trade Review (After Exit)
Ask AI for trade review:
"Review my AMD call trade"
AI Response Example:
"Trade review: AMD $180 call
Entry: $3.60 @ 9:31 AM Exit: $5.00 @ 11:45 AM Result: +$140 (39% gain) Hold time: 2h 14min
What went right: ✅ Clean breakout setup ✅ Entered near support ✅ Followed stop loss discipline ✅ Took profits at target
What to improve:
Could have sized up (2 contracts)
Missed earlier entry at $3.50
Grade: A- Great execution!"
Log the trade in your journal (screenshot this for reference).
📊 Complete Time Breakdown
9:00 AM
Pre-market research with AI
10 min
9:10 AM
Find day trade setup (Quick Prompt)
5 min
9:30 AM
Execute trade from chat
2 min
9:31 AM
Set stop loss
2 min
9:30-11:45 AM
Monitor position
Check 3x
11:45 AM
Execute exit from chat
2 min
12:00 PM
Post-trade review
5 min
Total active time:
26 minutes
Compare to manual trading:
Finding setup manually: 30-60 min
Entering trade manually: 5-10 min
Ape AI time savings: ~40 minutes per trade
💡 Pro Tips for Success
1. Start with Small Size
First 5-10 trades: Use 1 contract only
Learn the process
Build confidence
Minimize risk while learning
After proven success: Scale to 2-3 contracts
2. Always Set Stop Loss
Non-negotiable rule:
Set stop IMMEDIATELY after entry
Never say "I'll watch it"
Emotions will trick you
AI gives you the stop level - use it!
3. Don't Chase
If you miss entry:
AI said $3.50-$3.70 entry
Stock gapped to $4.00
Don't chase!
Wait for pullback or next trade
Ask AI: "Is AMD still a good entry at $4.00?"
4. Take Profits at Target
Greed is the enemy:
AI says target is $5.00
You hit $5.00
Take profits!
Don't hope for $6.00
Rule: Hit target = close trade (at least 50%)
5. One Trade at a Time (Beginner)
Don't overwhelm yourself:
Focus on 1 trade
Learn the process
Build muscle memory
After 20+ trades: Can handle 2-3 positions
6. Use Quick Prompts
Time-savers:
"Day Trade Options Setup" for specific ticker
"Pre-Market Movers" for ideas
"Major Support and Resistance" for levels
Don't type everything out - use the prompts!
⚠️ Common Mistakes & How to Avoid
Mistake 1: Not Setting Stop Loss
Problem: "I'll just watch it, I don't need a stop" Result: Small loss becomes big loss Solution: Set stop immediately, every single trade
Mistake 2: Ignoring AI's Risk/Reward
Problem: AI says 2:1 R/R, you want 10:1 Result: Holding too long, giving back profits Solution: Trust the AI's target and stop levels
Mistake 3: Overtrading
Problem: AI gives 5 setups, you take all 5 Result: Overwhelmed, poor execution Solution: Quality over quantity - 1-2 best setups only
Mistake 4: Skipping Pre-Market Research
Problem: Jump right into market open Result: Miss context, take bad trades Solution: 10-minute pre-market AI check (every day)
Mistake 5: Not Adjusting Quantity
Problem: AI suggests "5 contracts", you blindly execute Result: Too much risk for your account Solution: Always review and adjust quantity to YOUR risk tolerance
🎯 Success Metrics
After 1 Week (5 trading days):
✅ Completed 5-10 day trades using this workflow
✅ Set stop loss on every trade
✅ Average hold time: 1-4 hours
✅ Win rate: 50-60% (normal for day trading)
✅ Average winner: 20-40% gain
✅ Average loser: 15-20% loss (stopped out)
✅ Net result: Small profit or breakeven (learning phase)
After 1 Month (20 trading days):
✅ 50+ day trades completed
✅ Comfortable with execution flow
✅ Win rate: 55-65%
✅ Risk management automatic
✅ Net result: 10-20% monthly gain (consistent)
🚧 Troubleshooting
"Execute Trade" Button Not Showing
Cause: AI didn't give specific entry price
Solution: Ask: "What's the exact entry price for AMD calls?"
AI will respond with specific price → Button appears
Order Rejected: Insufficient Buying Power
Cause: Not enough cash for the trade
Solution:
Check Portfolio → Buying Power
Reduce quantity (1 contract instead of 2)
Or: Choose cheaper strike/expiration
Can't Set Stop Loss
Cause: Some brokers don't support stop loss on options via API
Solution:
Set price alert instead at $2.80
When alert hits, manually close position from chat
Say: "Sell my AMD call" → Execute immediately
Filled at Different Price
Cause: Market moved between clicking and filling
Solution:
Use limit orders (not market)
Set limit at mid-point of AI's range
Example: AI says $3.50-$3.70, set limit $3.60
🎓 Level Up: Advanced Variations
Variation 1: Multiple Contracts
After mastering 1 contract:
Scale to 2-3 contracts
Sell partial at +25%
Let remaining run to target
Variation 2: 0DTE Options
Same-day expiration for experienced traders:
Higher risk/reward
Requires constant monitoring
Ask AI: "Find me 0DTE options setup"
Variation 3: Stock Day Trading (Not Options)
Use AI for stock setups:
"Find me a day trade setup for stocks with $5K account"
AI recommends:
Stock picks
Entry/exit levels
Share quantity
Execute from chat!
❓ FAQ
Q: How much money do I need? A: $500 minimum for options day trading. Recommend $2-5K to start comfortably.
Q: Can I day trade with less than $25K? A: Use Ape Paper Trading Account (no PDT rule) or trade options (3 day trades/week on cash account).
Q: What if I miss the AI's entry price? A: Don't chase. Ask AI if it's still a good entry at current price.
Q: How many trades per day? A: Beginners: 1-2 trades max. Experienced: 3-5 trades if setups are there.
Q: Do I have to use options? A: No! This workflow works for stocks too. Just ask AI for stock setups.
Q: What if the trade goes against me immediately? A: Follow your stop loss. Exit at -20% or AI's stop level. Move on.
Q: Can I do this workflow on web and iOS? A: Yes! Exact same process, just different UI.
What's Next?
Master This Workflow:
Complete 20+ trades using this exact process
Get comfortable with execution speed
Build stop loss discipline
Then Try:
Swing Trading from Chat → - Multi-day holds
Options Strategies from Chat → - Spreads & advanced
Premarket Routine → - Expand pre-market research
Related Features:
From AI idea to executed trade in 3 clicks. Day trading has never been faster! ⚡💰🚀
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