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title: "Expected Move ITM Selection Explained"
description: "When to use Expected Move ITM strike selection criteria"
url: https://help.optionsautotrader.com/en/articles/210-expected-move-itm-selection-explained
collection: "Options Auto Trader 101"
updated: 2026-04-16
language: en
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# Expected Move ITM Selection Explained

When to use Expected Move ITM strike selection criteria

## **Expected Move ITM**

The **Expected Move ITM** method selects a strike price that is $X in the money where $X is the expected move of the asset at the desired DTE. You can pick between .5X - 3X the expected move.

### **Example:**

If you set a **1X Expected Move ITM**, the auto trader will choose a strike that is **1 x Expected Move** in the the money based on the current price.

-   **When to use**: This method is best for strategies that revolve around the expected moves