Higher Low /Lower Low S+ Trend shift

This indicator identifies Higher Lows (HL) and Lower Lows (LL) to help traders visualize trend structure and directional shifts on the chart.

Instead of relying on lagging indicators, it focuses on price structure itself, which is the foundation of trend analysis, swing trading, and risk management.

What the Indicator Shows

Higher Low (HL) – indicates rising demand and potential trend strength

Lower Low (LL) – indicates increasing supply and potential trend weakness

These are detected using confirmed swing structure, ensuring clarity rather than reacting to every minor fluctuation.

Why This Indicator Is Useful

Many traders conceptually understand HL and LL but struggle to:

Identify them consistently

Avoid over-marking noisy swings

Keep structure visible when zooming or adjusting charts

This indicator solves that by:

Marking only meaningful swing points

Keeping markers anchored to price, not screen position

Providing a clean structural view without clutter

It allows traders to see trend health at a glance.

How Traders Commonly Use It

This indicator is commonly used for:

Trend confirmation (series of HLs or LLs)

Early warning of trend weakening or reversal

Defining logical stop-loss levels

Avoiding counter-trend trades

Adding structure context to other setups (breakouts, pullbacks, ORB, momentum)

It works well as a context tool, not a signal generator.

Design Philosophy

Minimal visual footprint

Only structural points are marked

Background shading optionally reflects recent structure direction

No dependency on oscillators or indicators

The goal is to keep price action readable and honest.

Best Use Cases

Swing trading

Trend following

Momentum continuation

Market structure analysis

Suitable for Daily, 4H, 1H, and higher timeframes.

Notes

This is not a buy/sell indicator

No future data is used (non-repainting)

Best used with broader market context and risk management