OI Increase Price Increase Meaning — Full Matrix
Four-quadrant OI-price matrix for calls and puts.
Quadrants
- ↑price ↑OI = LB
- ↓price ↑OI = SB
- ↑price ↓OI = SC
- ↓price ↓OI = LU
Apply
Read OI change on call and put side separately.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is this guide for?
- Nifty and Bank Nifty option traders who want structured education around chain reading, OI, and risk — not signal tips.
- Can I trade from this article alone?
- Use it as education paired with live analysis on OptionTools. Paper trade or size down while validating ideas.
Key Takeaways
- Core OI skill.
- Side changes bias read.
- Confirm volume.
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