Access to NinjaTrader.NinjaScript.BarsTypes object from ChartStyle object

[fx.practic]

Hello.

I have custom BarsTypes (say, NinjaTrader.NinjaScript.BarsTypes.MyBarType)and custom ChartStyle (say, NinjaTrader.NinjaScript.ChartStyles.MyChartStyle).
I want to create public properties in MyBarsType to access them from MyChartStyle.



Why do I need this: MyChartStyleshould paint bars according to internal data of MyBarsType.
Why do I suppose it is possible: both instances run on same chart.

[fx.practic]

This works, but, is this legal and safe?

BarsTypes.MyBarsType my_bars = chartBars.Bars.BarsSeries.BarsType as BarsTypes.MyBarsType;
if( my_bars!= null )
{
     Print( my_bars.Test_Prop );
} 

[NinjaTrader_Jim]

Hello fx.practic,

Thanks for your question.

This is essentially how the Volumetric Bars are referenced in a script to use their data access methods, and I would recommend the same for this case.

I can't give specifics on how the data access methods are implemented in the Volumetric Bars as they are proprietary and closed source, but the fact that this BarsType offers additional public properties, and these properties are referenced the same way you are should give you enough confidence to move forward with what you are doing.

For the thread's reference Volumetric Bar Data Access methods can be referenced here - https://ninjatrader.com/support/help...tric_bars2.htm

I look forward to assisting.

[fx.practic]

Thank you, Jim.
Now, after your confirmation, I feel much more confident.
NT is highly flexible.