Gabriel's Andean Oscillator📈 Gabriel's Andean Oscillator — Enhanced Trend-Momentum Hybrid
Gabriel's Andean Oscillator is a sophisticated trend-momentum indicator inspired by Alex Grover’s original Andean Oscillator concept. This enhanced version integrates multiple envelope types, smoothing options, and the ability to track volatility from both open/close and high/low dynamics—making it more responsive, adaptable, and visually intuitive.
🔍 What It Does
This oscillator measures bullish and bearish "energy" by calculating variance envelopes around price. Instead of traditional momentum formulas, it builds two exponential variance envelopes—one capturing the downside (bullish potential) and the other capturing the upside (bearish pressure). The result is a smoothed oscillator that reflects internal market tension and potential breakouts.
⚙️ Key Features
📐 Envelope Types:
Choose between:
"Regular" – Uses single EMA-based smoothing on open/close variance. Ideal for shorter timeframes.
"Double Smoothed" – Adds an extra layer of smoothing for noise reduction. Ideal for longer timeframes.
📊 Bullish & Bearish Components:
Bull = Measures potential upside using price lows (or open/close).
Bear = Measures downside pressure using highs (or open/close).
These can optionally be derived from high/low or open/close for flexible interpretation.
📏 Signal Line:
A customizable EMA of the dominant component to confirm momentum direction.
📉 Break Zone Area Plot:
An optional filled area showing when bull > bear or vice versa, useful for detecting expansion/contraction phases.
🟢 High/Low Overlay Option (Use Highs and Lows?):
Visualize secondary components derived from high/low prices to compare against the open/close dynamics and highlight volatility asymmetry.
🧠 How to Use It
Trend Confirmation:
When bull > bear and rising above signal → bullish bias.
When bear > bull and rising above signal → bearish bias.
Breakout Potential:
Watch the Break area plot (√(bull - bear)) for rapid expansion, signaling volatility bursts or directional moves.
High/Low Envelope Divergence:
Enabling the high/low comparison reveals hidden strength or weakness not visible in open/close alone.
🛠 Customizable Inputs
Envelope Type: Regular vs. Double Smoothed
EMA Envelope Lengths: For both regular and smoothed logic
Signal Length: Controls EMA smoothing for the signal
Use Highs and Lows?: Toggles second set of envelopes; the original doesn't include highs and lows.
Plot Breaks: Enables the filled “break” zone area, the squared difference between Open and Close.
🧪 Based On:
Andean Oscillator - Alpaca Markets
Licensed under CC BY-NC-SA 4.0
Developed by Gabriel, based on the work of Alex Grover
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Rapid HTF Price Action Dashboard V2.0Rapid HTF Price Action Dashboard V2.0
Overview
Stop the constant switching between timeframes. The Rapid HTF Price Action Dashboard is an all-in-one analysis suite designed to give you a crystal-clear view of the market's true intent by projecting critical higher-timeframe (HTF) data directly onto your trading chart.
This tool is more than just a pattern indicator; it's a complete dashboard that provides institutional-grade insights into price action. It helps you anticipate market moves by showing you where liquidity lies and how the bigger players are positioning themselves, all from the comfort of your lower-timeframe chart.
Key Features
Multi-Timeframe Dashboard: A clean, intuitive panel on the right of your chart displays the last two closed higher-timeframe candles (Candle A & B) and the live, developing one (Candle C).
Projected HTF Levels: Automatically draws and projects the previous HTF candle's high and low across your chart, acting as critical dynamic support and resistance levels.
Advanced Pattern Recognition: Identifies seven high-conviction candlestick patterns based on our proprietary filtering system, designed to eliminate noise and pinpoint only the most potent signals.
The Logic: Why Our Signals Are More Accurate
This indicator goes far beyond textbook definitions. We don't just look for shapes; we look for the story behind the price action. Each pattern is filtered through a rigorous set of conditions to ensure it represents true market conviction.
Hammers & Inverted Hammers: The Liquidity Grab
Classic Hammer/IH patterns are often misleading. Ours are different. We identify them as true liquidity grab signals, a core concept used in ICT (Inner Circle Trader) methodologies.
A Hammer (H) is only valid if its low wick has pierced below the low of the previous candle (low < low ). This signifies a "stop hunt" where liquidity was absorbed below a key level before buyers aggressively pushed the price up.
An Inverted Hammer (IH) is only valid if its high wick has pierced above the high of the previous candle (high > high ). This shows liquidity was taken above a prior high before sellers took control and suppressed the price.
Harami: Filtering for Conviction
A classic Harami (an inside bar) can often just be a weak doji, signaling indecision. We filter this noise out.
Our Harami signal (BeH, BuH) requires the inside candle to have a meaningful body (defaulting to 30% of its own range, but fully customizable).
Furthermore, we have enhanced the logic to ensure the body of the inside candle is strictly contained within the body of the previous candle, making it a more precise and reliable signal of consolidation before a potential expansion.
Power Engulfing: A Signal of Overwhelming Force
We don't flag just any engulfing candle. We look for true displacement and momentum.
Our Power Engulfing pattern (BE, BuE) requires the body of the current candle to completely engulf the body of the previous candle.
Crucially, it must also close decisively beyond the entire range (including the wick) of the previous candle. A Bullish Engulfing must close above the previous high, and a Bearish Engulfing must close below the previous low. This confirms overwhelming force has entered the market and a reversal is highly probable.
How to Use the Dashboard
Set Your Reference Timeframe (refTF): Choose the higher timeframe you want to analyze (e.g., "240" for 4-Hour).
Identify the Narrative: Use the projected High/Low lines as your key support and resistance zones. A primary strategy is to wait for price to interact with these levels.
Anticipate the Draw on Liquidity: Watch as price approaches the previous HTF high or low. The dashboard helps you predict the market's next move. For example, if price is trading below the previous HTF low, you can anticipate a potential sweep of that level.
Confirm with a Signal: When a signal like a Hammer (H) appears on the dashboard after sweeping the previous low, it provides high-conviction confirmation that liquidity has been taken and price is ready to reverse.
True Market Structure [Advanced Liquidity Hunter] v1True Market Structure v1
📌 Table of Contents
1. Introduction
2. Core Concepts
3. Indicator Components
4. Configuration
5. Signal Interpretation
6. Trading Strategies
7. Risk Management
8. FAQ
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🎯 Introduction
What is True Market Structure?
True Market Structure is an advanced technical analysis indicator that reveals hidden market mechanisms. Based on Smart Money Concepts (SMC) and ICT (Inner Circle Trader) methodology, it identifies where large financial institutions hunt retail traders' stop losses.
Who is this indicator for?
• ✅ Beginners - Intuitive visualizations and clear signals
• ✅ Intermediate - Deeper market structure analysis
• ✅ Advanced - Full parameter control and advanced strategies
Key Benefits
• 🔍 Sees the invisible - Hidden liquidity levels
• 🎯 Precise signals - Based on real data
• ⚡ Real-time - Instant analysis
• 🛡️ Capital protection - Warns against traps
💡 Pro Tip: Start with 15M timeframe! That's where most action happens - stop hunts every few candles, retail traps, liquidity battles. It's the best "microscope" to understand how the market really works.
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📚 Core Concepts
Smart Money vs Retail Money
Smart Money:
• Banks, hedge funds, large institutions
• Create market moves, don't follow them
• Exploit retail predictability
Retail Money:
• Individual traders
• Often act emotionally
• Place stop losses at predictable levels
Liquidity
Liquidity refers to areas where many orders are waiting:
• Stop losses above highs (shorts)
• Stop losses below lows (longs)
• Orders at round numbers
Key principle: Smart Money needs liquidity to enter/exit large positions. That's why they "hunt" stop losses first, then make the real move.
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🔧 Indicator Components
1. 💧 Liquidity Pools
What is it?
• Price levels tested multiple times
• Stop loss accumulation areas
• Displayed as blue horizontal lines
How to read?
• LIQ HIGH x15 = Level tested 15 times from above
• LIQ LOW x8 = Level tested 8 times from below
• Higher number = stronger zone
Significance:
• Price magnet
• High probability of reaction
• Smart Money target
2. 🎣 Stop Hunts
What is it?
• Candles with long wicks
• Brief penetrations of important levels
• Marked with purple labels
Types:
• STOP HUNT ⬆ - Upward hunt (shorts' stop losses)
• STOP HUNT ⬇ - Downward hunt (longs' stop losses)
Characteristics:
• Long wick (minimum 2x larger than body)
• Wick must also be larger than 0.5 ATR (default)
• Breaks recent high/low from lookback period
• Quick price return
3. 🪤 Trapped Traders
What is it?
• Areas where retail got trapped
• Failed breakouts that didn't hold
• Colored rectangles on chart
Trap types:
• 🔴 TRAPPED LONGS - Buyers caught at top
• 🟢 TRAPPED SHORTS - Sellers caught at bottom
Mechanism:
1. Important level break
2. Retail enters breakout direction
3. Price returns leaving them at loss
4. Stop losses get activated
4. 🎪 Inducement Levels
What is it?
• "Too obvious" support/resistance
• Levels respected minimum 3 times
• Orange dashed lines
Why is it a trap?
• Look like perfect trading spots
• Attract retail traders' attention
• Smart Money uses them to collect liquidity
Example:
• 100,000 level on BTC - round number
• 3 bounces = "strong support"
• Retail buys, Smart Money sells to them
5. ⏰ Kill Zones
What is it?
• Highest Smart Money activity periods
• Red background on chart
• Maximum manipulation time
Default Kill Zones:
• 🌆 London Open (08:00-09:00 UTC)
• 🏙️ NY Open (13:00-14:00 UTC)
• 🌃 Midnight (00:00-01:00 UTC)
Trading Sessions (chart background):
• 🌏 Asian (00:00-08:00 UTC) - Gray background
• 🇬🇧 London (08:00-16:00 UTC) - Blue background
• 🇺🇸 New York (13:00-21:00 UTC) - Orange background
Note: London and New York sessions overlap (13:00-16:00 UTC) - this is the highest liquidity period!
6. 🎯 Smart Money Signals
What is it?
• Potential institutional entry points
• Large labels with 🎯 emoji
• Appear after stop hunts
Conditions:
1. Stop hunt in one direction
2. High volume (2x average)
3. In Kill Zone
4. Direction reversal
7. 📊 Market Analysis Table
The table displays 9 rows with key information:
1. Session - Current trading session (ASIA/LONDON/NEW YORK/CLOSED)
2. Kill Zone - Zone status (🔴 ACTIVE / ✅ SAFE)
3. Liquidity Pools - Number of liquidity zones found
4. Inducement Levels - Number of bait levels
5. Traps (50 bars) - Number of traps in last 50 bars
6. Market Bias - Market direction:
o BULLISH 📈 (close > SMA50 and EMA21)
o BEARISH 📉 (close < SMA50 and EMA21)
o NEUTRAL ➡️ (other cases)
7. Volume - Volume status:
o 🔥 EXTREME (>2x average)
o ⬆️ HIGH (>1.5x average)
o NORMAL (>average)
o ⬇️ LOW (3 traps)
o ⚠️ CHOPPY (>5 traps)
o 👀 WATCH LIQUIDITY (>3 liquidity zones)
o ✓ NORMAL (other)
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⚙️ Configuration
Step 1: Basic Configuration
Where to find settings:
• Method 1: Click the ⚙️ (gear) icon next to indicator name on chart
• Method 2: Double-click any indicator line/label
• Method 3: Right-click → "Settings" on indicator name
🌍 Timezone Setting
UTC Offset: Your timezone
Examples:
- London: 0 (winter) or +1 (summer)
- New York: -5 (winter) or -4 (summer)
- Tokyo: +9
🎚️ Sensitivity Adjustment
For beginners - Default settings:
• Lookback Period: 30
• Detection Sensitivity: 0.3
• Min. Touches: 2
For different timeframes:
• 15M: Sensitivity 0.2-0.3, Lookback 20-30
• 1H: Sensitivity 0.3-0.4, Lookback 30-40
• 4H: Sensitivity 0.4-0.5, Lookback 40-50
For different instruments:
• Forex Majors (EUR/USD): Sensitivity 0.1-0.2
• Indices (S&P500;): Sensitivity 0.2-0.4
• Crypto (BTC): Sensitivity 0.4-0.8
• Stocks: Sensitivity 0.3-0.5
Step 2: Advanced Configuration
🔧 Liquidity Zones Parameters
• Min. Touches (1-5): Less = more signals
• Lookback (20-200): More = further levels
• Max Zones (1-10): Display quantity control
🎣 Stop Hunt Parameters
• Wick/Body Ratio (1-5): Lower = more signals
• Min. Wick Size (0.1-2 ATR): Filters small wicks
🎯 Smart Money Analysis
• Require Kill Zone: Enable for fewer signals
• Volume Multiplier: Higher = only big moves
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📖 Signal Interpretation
Note: Most examples are shown on 15M timeframe, because that's where you can best see all market manipulations in action!
Signal Importance Hierarchy
1. 🎯 Smart Money Signal - Strongest signal
2. 🪤 Trapped Traders - High reliability
3. 🎣 Stop Hunt - Medium reliability
4. 💧 Liquidity Touch - Needs confirmation
Interpretation Examples
Scenario 1: "Liquidity Grab"
You see: LIQ HIGH x20 at 100,000
+ Stop Hunt ⬆
+ Volume spike
= Likely decline
Scenario 2: "Trap and Reverse"
You see: TRAPPED LONGS
+ Kill Zone Active
+ SM SHORT 🎯
= Strong short signal
Scenario 3: "Inducement Break"
You see: Inducement Level break
+ No volume
+ Status: NORMAL
= Likely trap, wait
Colors and Their Meaning
• 🔵 Blue - Liquidity (neutral)
• 🟠 Orange - Caution, possible trap
• 🔴 Red - Negative signal / long trap
• 🟢 Green - Positive signal / short trap
• 🟣 Purple - Stop hunt (neutral, wait for reaction)
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💡 Trading Strategies
Strategy 1: "Liquidity Sweep" (For Beginners)
Assumptions:
• Trade only with trend
• Wait for liquidity collection
• Enter on return
Best timeframe for learning: 15M - you'll see all manipulation stages in real-time!
Steps:
1. Identify trend (Market Bias in table)
2. Find nearest liquidity zone aligned with trend
3. Wait for price to touch and bounce
4. Enter after confirming candle
5. Stop loss beyond liquidity zone
6. Take profit at next zone
Example:
• Trend: BULLISH
• Liquidity at 100,000 (support)
• Price drops to 99,950 (stop hunt)
• Returns above 100,000
• LONG with SL 99,900, TP 101,000
Strategy 2: "Kill Zone Hunter" (Intermediate)
Assumptions:
• Trade only in Kill Zones
• Exploit stop hunts
• Aggressive entries
Ideal timeframe: 15M - in Kill Zones on 15M you'll see exactly every Smart Money move!
Steps:
1. Wait for Kill Zone (red background)
2. Watch first 15-30 minutes
3. Look for stop hunt
4. Enter immediately after stop hunt
5. Tight stop loss (0.5 ATR)
6. Scale position with profit
Tips:
• London Open - often stop hunt down, then rise
• NY Open - often tests Asian High/Low
• Midnight - position resets, false moves
Strategy 3: "Smart Money Follow" (Advanced)
Assumptions:
• Ignore minor signals
• Wait only for SM signals
• Larger positions, fewer trades
Steps:
1. Status must show HIGH RISK or WATCH LIQUIDITY
2. Wait for stop hunt series (minimum 2)
3. Watch Trapped Traders
4. Enter only on SM signal 🎯
5. Stop loss beyond last extreme
6. Hold position until opposite SM signal
Position Management:
• 1/3 position at signal
• 1/3 after direction confirmation
• 1/3 after breaking last high/low
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🛡️ Risk Management
Basic Rules
1. Never place stop loss at obvious level
o Add 5-10 pips buffer
o Avoid round numbers
o Check where Liquidity Pools are
2. Reduce position in Kill Zones
o 50% of normal size
o Or wait until they end
3. Avoid trading at HIGH RISK status
o Unless experienced
o Then reverse logic - look for traps
Stop Loss - Where to Place?
❌ Bad places:
• Exactly below/above candle
• At Inducement Levels
• At round numbers
• Where Liquidity Pools visible
✅ Good places:
• Beyond last stop hunt
• Behind Trapped Traders zone
• Minimum 1.5 ATR from entry
• Where SM would lose significantly
Position Sizing
Safe position formula:
Risk per trade = 1-2% of capital
Position size = Risk / (Stop Loss in pips × Pip value)
Modifiers:
• Kill Zone active: × 0.5
• After SM signal: × 1.5
• HIGH RISK status: × 0.3
• With trend: × 1.2
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❓ FAQ
General Questions
Q: Indicator shows nothing, what to do? A: Check in settings:
1. Reduce "Min. Touches" to 1
2. Increase "Detection Sensitivity"
3. Enable "Debug Mode" to see statistics
4. Ensure proper timeframe (15M+)
5. On 15M sometimes wait a few candles for first signal
Tip for 15M: If you don't see signals on 15M, enable Debug Mode. If it shows Liq=0, reduce "Min. Touches" to 1 and increase "Liquidity Lookback" to 100.
Q: Too many signals, I'm lost A:
1. Increase requirements (min. touches, respects)
2. Disable some components
3. Trade only strongest signals (SM 🎯)
Q: Which timeframe is best? A:
• 15M - PERFECT FOR LEARNING! Many signals, shows all manipulations, great for beginners
• 30M - Good balance, less noise than 15M
• 1H - Medium-term trading, clear setups
• 4H - Fewer signals but bigger moves, for patient traders
• 1D - Only major levels, position trading
💡 For beginners: Start with 15M! That's where you'll see how the market really works - stop hunts, traps, false breakouts. Only after understanding the mechanics, move to higher timeframes.
Technical Questions
Q: What does "x15" mean at LIQ? A: Number of level touches. Higher = stronger level.
Q: Why are Kill Zones red? A: High risk periods - most manipulation.
Q: What does Debug Mode show? A: When "Show Debug Info" is enabled, a label appears above the last candle with:
• Liq=X - number of Liquidity Pools found
• Ind=X - number of Inducement Levels found
• HighLvl=X - number of highs stored in memory
• LowLvl=X - number of lows stored in memory
This helps understand why sometimes no signals appear (e.g., when Liq=0).
Trading Questions
Q: Can I use only this indicator? A: Yes, but better combined with:
• Trend analysis
• Support/resistance
• Volume
Q: Does it work on all markets? A: Best on liquid ones:
• ✅ Major Forex pairs
• ✅ Main indices
• ✅ BTC, ETH
• ⚠️ Less liquid altcoins
• ❌ Exotic pairs, small caps
Q: How to remove indicator from chart? A:
• Method 1: Click X next to indicator name
• Method 2: Right-click on name → "Remove"
• Method 3: In indicators panel (left side) find and click trash icon
Q: Can I use multiple copies of the indicator? A: Yes! You can add the indicator multiple times with different settings (e.g., one for liquidity, another for stop hunts only).
Q: How much can I earn? A: Indicator doesn't guarantee profit. It's an analysis tool, not a trading system. Your results depend on:
• Discipline
• Risk management
• Experience
• Market conditions
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🎯 Quick Start - Checklist
Pro Tip: After adding the indicator, click the star ⭐ to add to favorites - you'll have quick access in the future!
For Beginners:
• After adding indicator, set your UTC offset in settings
• Start on 15M timeframe (where you'll see the most action!)
• Observe for a week without trading
• Learn to recognize each signal type
• Practice on 15M, then try 1H
• Start with "Liquidity Sweep" strategy
• Max 1% risk per trade
• Keep trading journal
First Steps:
1. Days 1-3: Observe and learn signals
2. Days 4-7: Mark potential entries (no trading)
3. Week 2: Demo trading with small positions
4. Week 3+: Real trading with strict risk management
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💬 Support
• Questions & Suggestions: Comments section under the indicator
• Bug Reports: Describe issue in comments with timeframe and instrument
• Updates: Click "Follow" to receive notifications
• Examples: Regular trading idea publications with usage examples
💡 Community: Share your setups in comments - let's help each other!
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⚖️ Disclaimer
This indicator is an educational and analytical tool. It does not constitute investment advice. Trading involves risk of capital loss. Always conduct your own analysis and apply appropriate risk management. Historical results do not guarantee future profits.
Liquidity Sweep Trap Alert (Improved)Detects high-conviction “liquidity sweep” traps (false breakouts) by comparing price against recent swing highs/lows, applying a wick-size filter and a cooldown period so that only meaningful reversal wicks trigger signals.
Shows labels on the chart and provides alert conditions when a trap occurs.
How It Works (Core Concept)
Swing High / Low Sweep
The script looks back a user-defined number of bars (Lookback Period) to identify the most recent swing high and swing low (excluding the current forming bar).
A Bull Trap is identified when price’s high exceeds that swing high intrabar but the candle closes back below it.
A Bear Trap is identified when price’s low dips below that swing low intrabar but the candle closes back above it.
Wick-Size Filter
To avoid tiny “micro-sweeps,” the script measures the length of the reversal wick (the distance beyond the swing high or below the swing low) as a percentage of the bar’s total range.
Only if this wick percentage ≥ Min Wick/Range % does the raw trap condition qualify for further consideration.
Cooldown Mechanism
After a trap fires, the same type of trap (bull or bear) is suppressed for a specified number of bars (Cooldown Bars).
This prevents back-to-back signals in choppy conditions and ensures each trap has breathing room before the next.
Confirmed on Close
Signals only trigger once the bar has closed (barstate.isconfirmed), eliminating “ghost” signals that flash intrabar and then vanish.
Chart Labels & Alerts
When a trap is confirmed, a label (“Trap ↑” for bull, “Trap ↓” for bear) is plotted above/below the bar (toggleable via Show Trap Labels).
Built-in alertcondition calls allow users to create native TradingView alerts tied to these confirmed traps.
Inputs & Usage
Lookback Period (bars)
Defines how many bars back to compute the recent swing high/low.
Shorter values catch more frequent, smaller swings; longer values focus on larger pivots.
Show Trap Labels
Toggle on/off the on-chart label markers.
Cooldown Bars
Number of bars to wait after a trap fires before allowing the same trap type again.
Higher values reduce signal frequency; set lower if you want more frequent triggers.
Min Wick/Range %
Minimum required wick length (beyond the swing level) as a percentage of that bar’s high–low range.
Increase to filter out weak or noise-driven sweeps; decrease if you want to capture smaller reversals.
Recommended Settings & Markets
Timeframes: Works on any timeframe (e.g., 5m, 15m, 1h, daily). Adjust inputs per instrument volatility.
Crypto (e.g., BTC): Typical starting values might be Lookback = 10, Min Wick % = 0.10–0.20, Cooldown = 3–5 bars.
Equities / Indices (e.g., Nifty, Bank Nifty): Use higher Min Wick % (e.g., 0.30–0.50) and adjust volume-based filters externally. Cooldown may be 3–5 bars on daily charts.
Testing: Always backtest or visually review sample signals before live trading. Tune Lookback and Min Wick % to balance hit-rate vs. false positives.
Originality & What Makes It Different
Beyond Simple Breakout Alerts: Instead of alerting on any breakout, this indicator specifically looks for false breakouts (liquidity sweeps) where smart money may trap retail stops.
Wick-Size Threshold: Many scripts flag any high above a swing high; here, the reversal wick must be a configurable percentage of the bar’s range, filtering out minor spikes.
Cooldown Logic: Prevents repeated signals in tight ranges, unlike basic breakout or pivot indicators that may fire repeatedly.
Confirmed on Close: Eliminates intrabar flicker signals, ensuring each alert is based on a completed bar.
Lightweight & Self-Contained: No external dependencies; works standalone on the chart. Users can hook native TradingView alerts to these conditions.
How to Use
Add to Chart: Apply the published script; no need for additional overlays.
Configure Inputs: Open settings and set:
Lookback Period to match swing size you target.
Min Wick/Range % to filter out small reversals.
Cooldown Bars so signals aren’t clustered.
Toggle Show Trap Labels on/off.
Set Alerts: In TradingView Alerts, choose “Bull Trap Detected” or “Bear Trap Detected” as the condition.
Interpret Signals:
Bull Trap: Price tried to break above a recent high but failed—potential short opportunity or exit long.
Bear Trap: Price tried to break below a recent low but failed—potential long opportunity or exit short.
Combine with Risk Management: Always apply your own stop-loss and take-profit rules; use the trap signal as one element of your trade decision.
Chart Examples & Annotations
Clean Example Chart: Display only this indicator on the chart using default inputs or example settings.
Annotation Guidance: If you include manual drawings in screenshots, clearly explain:
“Red label marks the bar where price spiked above the 10-bar swing high, closed below it with wick ≥ 10% of range, and no prior bull trap in last 5 bars → Bull Trap.”
Avoid unrelated scripts or decorative drawings that aren’t described.
Disclaimer
Not Financial Advice: Signals indicate potential reversal setups but do not guarantee outcomes. Trade at your own risk.
Use Proper Risk Management: Always define stop-loss, position size, and consider market context.
Test Before Live: Review historical signals and backtest manually or via strategy tester if possible.
AP Session Liquidity with EQH/EQL and Previous DayThis indicator plots key intraday session highs and lows, along with essential market structure levels, to help traders identify areas of interest, potential liquidity zones, and high-probability trade setups. It includes the Asia Session High and Low (typically 00:00–08:00 UTC), London Session High and Low (08:00–12:00 UTC), New York AM Session High and Low (12:00–15:00 UTC), and New York Lunch High and Low (15:00–17:00 UTC). Additionally, it displays the Previous Day’s High and Low for context on recent price action, as well as automatically detected Equal Highs and Lows based on configurable proximity settings to highlight potential liquidity pools or engineered price levels. These session levels are widely used by institutional traders and are critical for analyzing market behavior during time-based volatility windows. Traders can use this indicator to anticipate breakouts, fakeouts, and reversals around session boundaries—such as liquidity grabs at Asia highs/lows before the London or New York sessions—or to identify key consolidation and expansion zones. Equal Highs and Lows serve as magnets for price, offering insight into potential stop hunts or inducement zones. This tool is ideal for day traders, scalpers, and smart money concept practitioners, and includes full customization for session timings, color schemes, line styles, and alert conditions. Whether you're trading price action, ICT concepts, or supply and demand, this indicator provides a powerful framework for intraday analysis.
Malama's Heikin CountMalama's Heikin Count is a Pine Script indicator designed to enhance price action analysis by combining Heikin Ashi candlestick calculations with a normalized measurement of upper and lower shadow sizes. The indicator overlays Heikin Ashi candles on the chart and displays the relative sizes of upper and lower shadows as numerical labels (scaled from 1 to 10) for candles within the last two days, starting from 9:00 AM each day. This tool aims to help traders identify the strength of price movements and potential reversals by quantifying the significance of candlestick shadows in the context of Heikin Ashi’s smoothed price data. It is particularly useful for day traders and swing traders who rely on candlestick patterns to gauge market sentiment and momentum.
The indicator solves the problem of interpreting raw candlestick data by providing a smoothed visualization through Heikin Ashi candles and a simplified, numerical representation of shadow sizes. This allows traders to quickly assess whether a candle’s upper or lower shadow indicates strong buying or selling pressure, aiding in decision-making for entries, exits, or reversals.
Originality and Usefulness
Originality: While Heikin Ashi candles are a well-known technique for smoothing price data and reducing noise, Malama's Heikin Count introduces a novel feature by calculating and normalizing the sizes of upper and lower shadows relative to the total candle height. Unlike standard Heikin Ashi implementations, which focus solely on candle body trends, this indicator quantifies shadow proportions and presents them on a standardized 1–10 scale. This normalization makes it easier for traders to compare shadow significance across different timeframes and assets without needing to manually interpret raw measurements. The restriction of shadow size labels to the last two days from 9:00 AM ensures relevance for active trading sessions, avoiding clutter from older data.
Usefulness: The indicator is particularly valuable for traders who combine candlestick pattern analysis with trend-following strategies. By integrating Heikin Ashi’s trend-smoothing capabilities with shadow size metrics, it provides a unique perspective on market dynamics. For example, large upper shadows (high normalized values) may indicate rejection at resistance levels, while large lower shadows may suggest support or buying pressure. Unlike other open-source Heikin Ashi indicators, which typically focus only on candle plotting, this script’s shadow size normalization and time-based filtering offer a distinctive tool for intraday and short-term trading strategies.
Detailed Methodology ("How It Works")
The core logic of Malama's Heikin Count revolves around three main components: Heikin Ashi candle calculations, shadow size analysis, and time-based filtering for label display. Below is a breakdown of how these components work together:
Heikin Ashi Candle Calculations:
The script calculates Heikin Ashi candles to smooth price data and reduce market noise, making trends easier to identify.
Formulas:
haClose = (open + high + low + close) / 4: The Heikin Ashi close is the average of the current bar’s open, high, low, and close prices.
haOpen = na(haOpen ) ? (open + close) / 2 : (haOpen + haClose ) / 2: The Heikin Ashi open is either the average of the current bar’s open and close (for the first bar) or the average of the previous Heikin Ashi open and close.
haHigh = max(high, max(haOpen, haClose)): The Heikin Ashi high is the maximum of the current bar’s high, Heikin Ashi open, and Heikin Ashi close.
haLow = min(low, min(haOpen, haClose)): The Heikin Ashi low is the minimum of the current bar’s low, Heikin Ashi open, and Heikin Ashi close.
These calculations produce smoothed candles that emphasize trend direction and reduce the impact of short-term price fluctuations.
Shadow Size Analysis:
The script calculates the upper and lower shadows of each Heikin Ashi candle to assess market sentiment.
Formulas:
upperShadow = haHigh - max(haClose, haOpen): Measures the length of the upper shadow (distance from the top of the candle body to the high).
lowerShadow = min(haClose, haOpen) - haLow: Measures the length of the lower shadow (distance from the bottom of the candle body to the low).
totalHeight = haHigh - haLow: Calculates the total height of the candle (from high to low).
upperShadowPercentage = (upperShadow / totalHeight) * 100: Converts the upper shadow length to a percentage of the total candle height.
lowerShadowPercentage = (lowerShadow / totalHeight) * 100: Converts the lower shadow length to a percentage of the total candle height.
Normalization: The normalizeShadowSize function scales the shadow percentages to a 1–10 range using math.round(value / 10). This ensures that shadow sizes are presented in an easily interpretable format, where 1 represents a very small shadow (less than 10% of the candle height) and 10 represents a very large shadow (90–100% of the candle height). The normalization caps values between 1 and 10 for consistency.
Time-Based Filtering:
The script only displays shadow size labels for candles within the last two days, starting from 9:00 AM each day. This is achieved by calculating a start timestamp using timestamp(year(timenow), month(timenow), dayofmonth(timenow) - daysBack, startHour, startMinute), where daysBack = 2, startHour = 9, and startMinute = 0.
The condition time >= startTime ensures that labels are only plotted for candles within this time window, keeping the chart relevant for recent trading activity and avoiding clutter from older data.
Signal Generation:
The script does not generate explicit buy or sell signals but provides visual cues through shadow size labels. Large upper shadow sizes (e.g., 8–10) may indicate selling pressure or resistance, while large lower shadow sizes may suggest buying pressure or support. Traders can use these metrics in conjunction with the Heikin Ashi candle colors (green for bullish, red for bearish) to make trading decisions.
Strategy Results and Risk Management
Backtesting: The script is an indicator and does not include built-in backtesting or strategy logic for generating buy/sell signals. As such, it does not assume specific commission, slippage, or account sizing parameters. Traders using this indicator should incorporate it into their existing strategies, applying their own risk management rules.
Risk Management Guidance:
Traders can use the shadow size labels to inform risk management decisions. For example, a large upper shadow (e.g., 8–10) at a resistance level may prompt a trader to set a tighter stop-loss above the candle’s high, anticipating a potential reversal. Conversely, a large lower shadow at a support level may suggest a wider stop-loss below the low to account for volatility.
Default settings (e.g., 2-day lookback, 9:00 AM start) are designed to focus on recent price action, which is suitable for intraday and short-term swing trading. Traders should combine the indicator with other tools (e.g., support/resistance levels, trendlines) to define risk limits, such as risking 5–10% of equity per trade.
The indicator does not enforce specific risk management settings, allowing traders to customize their approach based on their risk tolerance and trading style.
User Settings and Customization
The script includes the following user-customizable inputs:
Days Back (daysBack = 2):
Description: Controls the lookback period for displaying shadow size labels. The default value of 2 means labels are shown for candles within the last two days.
Impact: Increasing daysBack extends the time window for label display, which may be useful for longer-term analysis but could clutter the chart. Decreasing it focuses on more recent data, ideal for intraday trading.
Start Hour (startHour = 9) and Start Minute (startMinute = 0):
Description: Defines the start time of the trading day (default is 9:00 AM). Labels are only shown for candles after this time each day within the lookback period.
Impact: Traders can adjust these settings to align with their preferred trading session (e.g., 9:30 AM for U.S. market open). Changing the start time shifts the time window for label display, affecting which candles are analyzed.
These settings allow traders to tailor the indicator to their trading timeframe and session preferences, ensuring that the shadow size labels remain relevant to their analysis.
Visualizations and Chart Setup
The indicator plots the following elements on the chart:
Heikin Ashi Candles:
Plotted using plotcandle(haOpen, haClose, haHigh, haLow), these candles overlay the standard price chart.
Color Coding: Green candles indicate bullish momentum (Heikin Ashi close ≥ open), while red candles indicate bearish momentum (Heikin Ashi close < open).
These candles provide a smoothed view of price trends, making it easier to identify trend direction and continuations.
Shadow Size Labels:
Upper Shadow Labels: Displayed above each candle at the Heikin Ashi high, showing the normalized upper shadow size (1–10). These labels are green with white text and use the label.style_label_down style for clear visibility.
Lower Shadow Labels: Displayed below each candle at the Heikin Ashi low, showing the normalized lower shadow size (1–10). These labels are red with white text and use the label.style_label_up style.
Labels are only shown for candles within the last two days from 9:00 AM, ensuring that only recent and relevant data is visualized.
Debugging Labels (Optional):
A blue label at the bottom of the chart displays the text "Upper: Lower: " for each candle, showing both shadow sizes for debugging purposes. This can be removed or commented out if not needed, as it is primarily for development use.
The visualizations are designed to be minimal and focused, ensuring that traders can quickly interpret the Heikin Ashi trend and shadow size metrics without unnecessary clutter. The use of color-coded candles and labels enhances readability, while the time-based filtering keeps the chart clean and relevant.
RTH Session Highs & LowsA Pine Script indicator designed to track and plot the Regular Trading Hours (RTH) session highs and lows on a chart, typically for U.S. equity markets (e.g., S&P 500, Nasdaq, etc.), which operate from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern Time.
Session High & Low Lines:
During the RTH session, the indicator draws green and red horizontal lines that represent the highest and lowest price seen so far within that trading session.
These levels help traders identify intraday support (low) and resistance (high) levels.
New High/Low Markers:
Small triangle markers are placed:
Above the bar when a new intraday high is made (green triangle).
Below the bar when a new intraday low is made (red triangle).
This visually flags when momentum may be building or reversing.
Intraday Strategy Support:
Use the session high/low as dynamic support/resistance for scalping or breakout strategies.
For example:
Breakouts above session highs may indicate bullish strength.
Breakdowns below session lows may suggest bearish momentum.
Mean Reversion Tactics:
Prices approaching these lines and then rejecting can be used for mean reversion setups.
Combine with volume or candlestick patterns for confirmation.
Risk Management:
Set stops or targets relative to session highs/lows.
For instance, use session high as a stop-loss level in a short position.
Volatility Gauge:
Tracking how frequently new highs/lows are formed can help assess intraday volatility or range expansion.
Complement with Indicators:
Combine this with our "McGinley Dynamic Channel with Directional Shading" indicator or our "EMA Crossover with Shading" indicator to add context to breakouts or rejections.
ATR Volatility giua64ATR Volatility giua64 – Smart Signal + VIX Filter
📘 Script Explanation (in English)
Title: ATR Volatility giua64 – Smart Signal + VIX Filter
This script analyzes market volatility using the Average True Range (ATR) and compares it to its moving average to determine whether volatility is HIGH, MEDIUM, or LOW.
It includes:
✅ Custom or preset configurations for different asset classes (Forex, Indices, Gold, etc.).
✅ An optional external volatility index input (like the VIX) to refine directional bias.
✅ A directional signal (LONG, SHORT, FLAT) based on ATR strength, direction, and external volatility conditions.
✅ A clean visual table showing key values such as ATR, ATR average, ATR %, VIX level, current range, extended range, and final signal.
This tool is ideal for traders looking to:
Monitor the intensity of price movements
Filter trading strategies based on volatility conditions
Identify momentum acceleration or exhaustion
⚙️ Settings Guide
Here’s a breakdown of the user inputs:
🔹 ATR Settings
Setting Description
ATR Length Number of periods for ATR calculation (default: 14)
ATR Smoothing Type of moving average used (RMA, SMA, EMA, WMA)
ATR Average Length Period for the ATR moving average baseline
🔹 Asset Class Preset
Choose between:
Manual – Define your own point multiplier and thresholds
Forex (Pips) – Auto-set for FX markets (high precision)
Indices (0.1 Points) – For index instruments like DAX or S&P
Gold (USD) – Preset suitable for XAU/USD
If Manual is selected, configure:
Setting Description
Points Multiplier Multiplies raw price ranges into useful units (e.g., 10 for Gold)
Low Volatility Threshold Threshold to define "LOW" volatility
High Volatility Threshold Threshold to define "HIGH" volatility
🔹 Extended Range and VIX
Setting Description
Timeframe for Extended High/Low Used to compare larger price ranges (e.g., Daily or Weekly)
External Volatility Index (VIX) Symbol for a volatility index like "VIX" or "EUVI"
Low VIX Threshold Below this level, VIX is considered "low" (default: 20)
High VIX Threshold Above this level, VIX is considered "high" (default: 30)
🔹 Table Display
Setting Description
Table Position Where the visual table appears on the chart (e.g., bottom_center, top_left)
Show ATR Line on Chart Whether to display the ATR line directly on the chart
✅ Signal Logic Summary
The script determines the final signal based on:
ATR being above or below its average
ATR rising or falling
ATR percentage being significant (>2%)
VIX being high or low
Conditions Signal
ATR rising + high volatility + low VIX LONG
ATR falling + high volatility + high VIX SHORT
ATR flat or low volatility or low %ATR FLAT
Key Recent Highs and LowsKey Recent Highs & Lows — Session‐Aware Market Structure
TL;DR
This tool plots the most important intraday price extremes for every U.S.‑equity trading segment—Early Premarket • Western Premarket • Regular Hours • Post‑Market Hours • Yesterday’s Range—and labels them so you can trade break‑outs, retests and mean‑reversion with instant context.
📐 Theory & Why These Levels Matter
Liquidity Pools
Visible session extremes attract resting orders (stop‑losses, take‑profits, opening prints). Price often accelerates into them and reacts at them.
Market Memory
The previous day’s high/low is a widely‑watched pivot for gap fills, overnight inventory corrections and multi‑day breakouts.
Mean‑Reversion Windows
Statistically, pre‑ and post‑market ranges are thin; an aggressive spike outside those bands often retraces when full liquidity returns.
Break‑Out Confirmation
A true breakout isn’t just a tick above RTH‑high—it usually closes or at least consolidates above the prior extreme. Seeing all bands lets you gauge whether a push is “real” or just probing thinner sessions.
Put simply, these levels help you decide:
Break‑out ➜ trade in the direction of expansion past a session extreme with follow‑through.
Fade/Mean‑Revert ➜ fade a spike that tags an extreme without commitment (e.g., hits Western‑Premkt‑High then stalls before RTH).
🔍 What the Script Draws
Session (UTC‑4 EST) Default Color / Style Typical Use‑Case
Early Premarket 4 – 7 AM Thick semi‑transparent orange line detect overnight retail spikes / fade plays
Western Premarket 7 – 9 : 30 AM Dashed orange‑red breakout watch as U.S. brokers open
Regular Session (RTH) 9 : 30 – 16 : 00 Bold teal dotted line core intraday structure; classic highs/lows
Post‑Market 16 – 23 : 59 Soft indigo band after‑hours news moves, earnings fades
Previous‑Day RTH Solid teal gap‑fill targets, trend continuation filters
(All colors, thicknesses and transparencies are editable in the settings.)
✨ Features
Real‑Time Updates
Levels refresh tick‑by‑tick inside their own session—no repainting later.
One‑Click Visibility Toggles
Show or hide any session extreme independently.
Clean Auto‑Labels
Optional right‑edge tags (“RTH High”, “Premkt Low”, etc.) keep your chart readable even when lines overlap.
Automatic Daily Reset
At midnight Eastern, buffers clear and yesterday’s extremes roll into the “Prev‑Day” pair.
Zero‑Noise Design
Transparencies and line styles are tuned so you can overlay on any symbol / timeframe without drowning candles.
📈 How to Trade with It
Intraday Breakout Strategy
Mark confluence (e.g., price pushes through Western Premkt High and Yesterday’s High).
Wait for a pullback that holds above the reclaimed band.
Enter with stop under that session line; target next band or measured‑move.
Fade / Mean‑Reversion
Pre‑market headline sends price 5 % above Early Premkt High.
Volume dries up before RTH open.
Short into exhaustion; cover near Western Premkt High or VWAP.
Gap‑Fill & Trend Days
Cash open gaps above Prev‑Day High.
If first 15‑min candle closes back inside yesterday’s range, bias shifts to downside fade.
If it holds above, treat gap as breakout and track RTH High extensions.
Pair it with volume‑profile, VWAP, or momentum oscillators for even higher‑confidence setups.
⚙️ Settings Cheat‑Sheet
Setting Effect
Show Regular / Premarket / Post‑market High/Low Master visibility per session
Show Previous Day High/Low Toggle yesterday’s anchor range
Show Session Labels Turn the right‑edge tags on/off
Style Panel Change each line’s color, width, transparency, dash/dot
🛠️ Best Practices
Works on any intraday timeframe (1‑min to 1‑hour).
Crypto or 24 h markets: adjust session times to match your exchange.
Combine with alerts (e.g., “price crossing RTH High”) for hands‑free monitoring.
Put KRHL on your chart and you’ll never wonder which high matters most again—because they’re all right there, clearly labeled and color‑coded. Trade breakouts or fades with confidence, armed with the exact market structure everyone else is watching.
ICT Macro Zone Boxes w/ Individual H/L Tracking v3.1ICT Macro Zones (Grey Box Version
This indicator dynamically highlights key intraday time-based macro sessions using a clean, minimalistic grey box overlay, helping traders align with institutional trading cycles. Inspired by ICT (Inner Circle Trader) concepts, it tracks real-time highs and lows for each session and optionally extends the zone box after the session ends — making it a precision tool for intraday setups, order flow analysis, and macro-level liquidity sweeps.
### 🔍 **What It Does**
- Plots **six predefined macro sessions** used in Smart Money Concepts:
- AM Macro (09:50–10:10)
- London Close (10:50–11:10)
- Lunch Macro (11:30–13:30)
- PM Macro (14:50–15:10)
- London SB (03:00–04:00)
- PM SB (15:00–16:00)
- Each zone:
- **Tracks high and low dynamically** throughout the session.
- **Draws a consistent grey shaded box** to visualize price boundaries.
- **Displays a label** at the first bar of the session (optional).
- **Optionally extends** the box to the right after the session closes.
### 🧠 **How It Works**
- Uses Pine Script arrays to define each session’s time window, label, and color.
- Detects session entry using `time()` within a New York timezone context.
- High/Low values are updated per bar inside the session window.
- Once a session ends, the box is optionally closed and fixed in place.
- All visual zones use a standardized grey tone for clarity and consistency across charts.
### 🛠️ **Settings**
- **Shade Zone High→Low:** Enable/disable the grey macro box.
- **Extend Box After Session:** Keep the zone visible after it ends.
- **Show Entry Label:** Display a label at the start of each session.
### 🎯 **Why This Script is Unique**
Unlike basic session markers or colored backgrounds, this tool:
- Focuses on **macro moments of liquidity and reversal**, not just open/close times.
- Uses **per-session logic** to individually track price behavior inside key time windows.
- Supports **real-time high/low tracking and clean zone drawing**, ideal for Smart Money and ICT-style strategies.
Perfect — based on your list, here's a **bundle-style description** that not only explains the function of each script but also shows how they **work together** in a Smart Money/ICT workflow. This kind of cross-script explanation is exactly what TradingView wants to see to justify closed-source mashups or interdependent tools.
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📚 ICT SMC Toolkit — Script Integration Guide
This set of advanced Smart Money Concept (SMC) tools is designed for traders who follow ICT-based methodologies, combining liquidity theory, time-based precision, and engineered confluences for high-probability trades. Each indicator is optimized to work both independently and synergistically, forming a comprehensive trading framework.
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First FVG Custom Time Range
**Purpose:**
Plots the **first Fair Value Gap (FVG)** that appears within a defined session (e.g., NY Kill Zone, Custom range). Includes optional retest alerts.
**Best Used With:**
- Use with **ICT Macro Zones (Grey Box Version)** to isolate FVGs during high-probability times like AM Macro or PM SB.
- Combine with **Liquidity Levels** to assess whether FVGs form near swing points or liquidity voids.
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ICT SMC Liquidity Grabs and OB s
**Purpose:**
Detects **liquidity grabs** (stop hunts above/below swing highs/lows) and **bullish/bearish order blocks**. Includes optional Fibonacci OTE levels for sniper entries.
**Best Used With:**
- Use with **ICT Turtle Soup (Reversal)** for confirmation after a liquidity grab.
- Combine with **Macro Zones** to catch order blocks forming inside timed macro windows.
- Match with **Smart Swing Levels** to confirm structure breaks before entry.
ICT SMC Liquidity Levels (Smart Swing Lows)
**Purpose:**
Automatically marks swing highs/lows based on user-defined lookbacks. Tracks whether those levels have been breached or respected.
**Best Used With:**
- Combine with **Turtle Soup** to detect if a swing level was swept, then reversed.
- Use with **Liquidity Grabs** to confirm a grab occurred at a meaningful structural point.
- Align with **Macro Zones** to understand when liquidity events occur within macro session timing.
ICT Turtle Soup (Liquidity Reversal)
**Purpose:**
Implements the classic ICT Turtle Soup model. Looks for swing failure and quick reversals after a liquidity sweep — ideal for catching traps.
Best Used With:
- Confirm with **Liquidity Grabs + OBs** to identify institutional activity at the reversal point.
- Use **Liquidity Levels** to ensure the reversal is happening at valid previous swing highs/lows.
- Amplify probability when pattern appears during **Macro Zones** or near the **First FVG**.
ICT Turtle Soup Ultimate V2
**Purpose:**
An enhanced, multi-layer version of the Turtle Soup setup that includes built-in liquidity checks, OTE levels, structure validation, and customizable visual output.
**Best Used With:**
- Use as an **entry signal generator** when other indicators (e.g., OBs, liquidity grabs) are aligned.
- Pair with **Macro Zones** for high-precision timing.
- Combine with **First FVG** to anticipate price rebalancing before explosive moves.
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## 🧠 Workflow Example:
1. **Start with Macro Zones** to focus only on institutional trading windows.
2. Look for **Liquidity Grabs or Swing Sweeps** around key highs/lows.
3. Check for a **Turtle Soup Reversal** or **Order Block Reaction** near that level.
4. Confirm confluence with a **Fair Value Gap**.
5. Execute using the **OTE level** from the Liquidity Grabs + OB script.
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Let me know which script you want to publish first — I’ll tailor its **individual TradingView description** and flag its ideal **“Best Used With” partners** to help users see the value in your ecosystem.
cd_full_poi_CxOverview
This indicator tracks the price in 16 different time frames (optional) in order to answer the question of where the current price has reacted or will react.
It appears on the chart and in the report table when the price approaches or touches the fvg or mitigations (order block / supply-demand), the rules of which will be explained below.
In summary, it follows the fvg and mitigations in the higher timeframe than the lower timeframe.
Many traders see fvg or mitigates as an point of interest and see the high, low swept in those zones as a trading opportunity. Key levels, Session high/lows and Equal high and lows also point of interest.
If we summarise the description of the point of interest ;
1- Fair value gaps (FVG) (16 time frames)
2- Mitigation zones (16 time frames)
3- Previous week, day, H4, H1 high and low levels
4- Sessions zones (Asia, London and New York)
5- Equal high and low levels are in indicator display.
Details:
1- Fair Value Gaps : It is simply described as a price gap and consists of a series of 3 candles. The reaction of the price to the gap between the 1st and 3rd candle wicks is observed.
The indicator offers 3 options for marking. These are :
1-1- ‘Colours are unimportant’: candle colours are not considered for marking. Fvg formation is sufficient.(Classical)
1-2- ‘First candle opposite colour’ : when a price gap occurs, the first candle of a series of 3 candles must be opposite.
For bullish fvg : bearish - bullish - free
For Bearish fvg : bullish - bearish - free
1-3- ‘All same colour’ : all candles in a series of 3 candles must be the same direction.
For bullish fvg: bullish - bullish - bullish
For bearish fvg : bearish - bearish – bearish
Examples:
2- Mitigation zones: Opposite candles with a fvg in front of them or candles higher/lower than the previous and next candle and with the same colour as the fvg series are marked.
Examples :
3- Previous week, day, H4, H1 high and low levels
4- Sessions regions (Asia, London and New York)
5- Equal high and low levels:
Annotation: Many traders want to see a liquidity grab on the poi, then try to enter the trade with the appropriate method.
Among the indicators, there is also the indication of grabs/swepts that occur at swing points. It is also indicated when the area previously marked as equal high/low is violated (grab).
At the end, sample setups will be shown to give an idea about the use of the indicator.
Settings:
- The options to be displayed from the menu are selected by ticking.
- 1m, 2m, 3m, 5m, 5m, 10m, 15m, 30m, h1, h4, h4, h6, h8, h12, daily, weekly, monthly and quarterly, 16 time zones in total can be displayed.
- The ‘Collapse when the price touches mitigate’ tab controls whether to collapse the box as the price moves into the inner region of the mitigate. If not selected, the size of the mitigate does not change.
- ‘Approach limit =(ATR / n)’ tab controls how close the price is to the fvg or mitigate. Instant ATR(10) value is calculated by dividing by the entered ‘n’ value.
- All boxes and lines are automatically removed from the screen when the beyond is closed.
- Colour selections, table, text features are controlled from the menu.
- Sessions hours are set as standard hours, the user can select special time zones. Timezone is set to GMT-4.
- On the candle when the price touches fvg or mitigate, the timeframe information of the POI is shown in the report table together with the graphical representation.
The benefits and differences :
1- We can evaluate the factors we use for setup together.
2- We are aware of what awaits us in the high time frame in the following candles.
3- It offers the user the opportunity to be selective with different candle selection options in fvg selection.
4- Mitige areas are actually unmitige areas because they have a price gap in front of them. The market likes to retest these areas.
5- Equal high/low zones are the levels that the price creates to accumulate liquidity or fails to go beyond (especially during high volume hours). Failure or crossing of the level may give a reversal or continuation prediction.
Sample setup 1:
Sample setup 2:
Sample setup 3:
Cheerful trades…
Enjoy…
Shadow EdgeShadow Edge Indicator
Overview
Shadow Edge is an advanced technical analysis tool that visualizes key price levels and statistical patterns based on multiple timeframe analysis. It helps traders identify potential support, resistance, and expansion zones by tracking historical price behavior at specific hours of the trading day.
This indicator offers unique statistical insights by calculating average expansion levels and tracking market behavior patterns on an hourly basis. Unlike standard technical indicators, Shadow Edge combines historical price analysis with proprietary statistical calculations to identify high-probability zones for market reactions.
Key Features
• Previous High/Low Visualization : Displays previous session high and low levels with configurable line styles
• Mean Expansion Levels : Calculates and displays average price expansion levels (MuEH/MuEL) based on historical data
• Manipulation/Distribution Levels : Shows potential manipulation and distribution zones calculated from price action patterns
• Sweep Detection : Alerts when price sweeps previous high or low levels with customizable offset
• Multi-timeframe Analysis : Analyzes higher timeframe data and projects it onto your current chart
• Statistical Tracking : Maintains a database of price behavior by hour to identify recurring patterns
• Fully Customizable Visuals : Adjust colors, line styles, and transparency to match your chart setup
Settings
• Customize appearance of all elements including candles, lines, and labels
• Toggle visibility of different price levels
• Set alert conditions for level tests and sweeps
• Configure historical bar lookback period
• Optional stats display showing reliability percentages by hour
Use Cases
• Identify potential reversal zones at previous highs/lows
• Anticipate likely price expansion based on statistical averages
• Recognize manipulation and distribution patterns in price action
• Set precise alerts for sweep events at key levels
• Enhance your trading strategy with multi-timeframe analysis
How to Use It
1. Initial Setup : Apply the indicator to your chart and configure the higher timeframe setting (default is 60 min) to match your trading style.
2. Level Identification :
• Previous High (PH) and Previous Low (PL) levels show where price previously found support/resistance
• Mean Expansion High (MuEH) and Low (MuEL) levels indicate statistically likely price boundaries
• The Previous EQ level represents the equilibrium point between previous high and low
3. Trading Strategy Applications :
• Look for price reactions when testing previous high/low levels
• Use expansion levels (MuEH/MuEL) as potential take-profit targets
• Monitor manipulation (-M, +M) and distribution (-D, +D) levels for potential reversal zones
• Set alerts for sweeps of previous high/low levels to identify potential stop hunts
4. Statistical Analysis :
• The optional stats table shows reliability percentages for different hours
• Higher percentages indicate historically stronger adherence to the projected levels
• Use this data to adjust your trade timing and risk management
5. Visual Customization :
• Adjust colors and line styles to create a clean, easy-to-read chart
• Toggle different elements on/off based on your specific trading approach
• Reduce transparency settings if you prefer a more subtle visual overlay
Important Notes
• This indicator uses statistical calculations to identify price levels; past performance does not guarantee future results
• For best results, use on liquid markets during their primary trading sessions
• While the indicator provides statistical projections, always combine these signals with your own analysis and risk management strategy
• The code containing the proprietary algorithms is protected as closed source to maintain its integrity
Limitations
• The indicator requires sufficient historical data to calculate accurate statistical levels
• Performance may vary depending on market volatility and trading conditions
• Level projections work best on standard chart types (not Heikin Ashi, Renko, etc.)
• Sweep detections should be confirmed with price action before taking action
Note : Contact me for a version of this indicator that can work on any Higher Timeframe.
BBMA Strategy - EXT CSD CSM MHV RE CodesBINANCE:BTCUSD
Below is a detailed guide for using and interpreting the "BBMA Strategy - Enhanced EXT CSD CSM with Subplot" indicator. This guide is designed to be added to the description of the indicator when publishing it on TradingView. It provides clear instructions for users on how to apply the indicator, interpret its signals, and understand its features, including the multi-timeframe analysis and subplot table.
BBMA Strategy - Enhanced EXT CSD CSM with Subplot: User Guide
Overview
The "BBMA Strategy - Enhanced EXT CSD CSM with Subplot" is a comprehensive trading indicator built on the Bollinger Bands Moving Average (BBMA) framework. It combines multiple technical analysis tools—Bollinger Bands, Moving Averages (MAHI and MALO), EMA, ATR, volume analysis, RSI, MACD, market structure, and candlestick patterns—to identify high-probability trading setups. The indicator supports five key BBMA setups: EXT (Extreme), CSD (Consolidation), CSM (Continuation Setup Movement), RE (Re-Entry), and MHV (Market High Volatility).
This enhanced version includes:
Multi-Timeframe (MTF) Analysis: Confirms signals across a Lower Timeframe (LTF) and Higher Timeframe (HTF) for stronger trade validation.
Subplot Table: Displays signal status ("Active" or "Upcoming") and MTF confirmations in a clear table format.
Market Structure and Volume Filters: Incorporates Break of Structure (BOS), RSI divergence, and volume conditions to filter out low-probability trades.
Customizable Settings: Adjust Bollinger Bands, MA periods, timeframes, and more to suit your trading style.
This indicator is suitable for traders of all levels and can be used across various markets (e.g., forex, crypto, stocks) and timeframes (1M to 1D).
How to Use the Indicator
1. Add the Indicator to Your Chart
Open TradingView and load the chart of your chosen asset (e.g., BTCUSD, EURUSD, XAUUSD).
Go to the Pine Editor, paste the indicator code, and click "Add to Chart."
The indicator will overlay on your chart, displaying Bollinger Bands, Moving Averages, EMA, and signal labels. A subplot table will appear at the bottom of the chart.
2. Configure the Settings
The indicator provides customizable inputs to tailor it to your trading preferences. Access the settings by clicking the gear icon next to the indicator name on your chart:
Bollinger Bands Settings:
BB Period: Default is 20. Adjust the lookback period for Bollinger Bands.
BB Deviations: Default is 2. Adjust the standard deviation for the bands.
MAHI Settings (Moving Averages on High):
MAHI 5 Period: Default is 5. Period for the shorter MA on highs.
MAHI 10 Period: Default is 10. Period for the longer MA on highs.
MALO Settings (Moving Averages on Low):
MALO 5 Period: Default is 5. Period for the shorter MA on lows.
MALO 10 Period: Default is 10. Period for the longer MA on lows.
EMA Settings:
EMA Period: Default is 50. Adjust the period for the Exponential Moving Average.
ATR Settings:
ATR Period: Default is 14. Period for the Average True Range.
ATR SMA Period: Default is 14. Period for the ATR smoothing.
Timeframe Settings:
Minor HTF: Default is 1h. Select the minor higher timeframe for trend confirmation.
Major HTF: Default is 4h. Select the major higher timeframe for trend confirmation.
Lower TF for Confirmation: Default is 5m. Select the lower timeframe for signal confirmation.
Market Structure Settings:
Market Structure Lookback: Default is 10. Adjust the lookback period for swing highs/lows in market structure analysis.
3. Select Your Chart Timeframe
The indicator works on any timeframe from 1 minute (1M) to 1 day (1D).
For best results, align your chart timeframe (Current Timeframe, CTF) with the LTF and HTF settings:
Example: If CTF is 15m, set LTF to 5m and HTF to 1h or 4h.
This ensures proper multi-timeframe alignment for signal confirmation.
Indicator Components
Main Chart Elements
Bollinger Bands (BB): Plotted as three lines (upper, middle, lower) to identify volatility and potential reversal zones.
Upper Band: Blue line.
Middle Band: Black line (basis).
Lower Band: Blue line.
MAHI (Moving Averages on High): Two weighted moving averages on highs to detect trend direction.
MAHI 5: Green line.
MAHI 10: Lime line.
MALO (Moving Averages on Low): Two weighted moving averages on lows to confirm trend direction.
MALO 5: Red line.
MALO 10: Orange line.
EMA (50-period): Purple line to identify the overall trend.
Signal Labels: Appear on the chart when a setup is confirmed:
EXT Buy: Green upward arrow (reversal buy at BB lower band).
EXT Sell: Red downward arrow (reversal sell at BB upper band).
CSM Buy: Teal upward arrow (continuation buy above BB middle).
CSM Sell: Maroon downward arrow (continuation sell below BB middle).
RE Buy: Aqua upward arrow (re-entry buy between BB lower and middle).
RE Sell: Fuchsia downward arrow (re-entry sell between BB upper and middle).
MHV: Orange label (high volatility breakout after consolidation).
CSD: Yellow diamond (consolidation signal).
Subplot Table
Located at the bottom of the chart, the table summarizes signal status across three timeframes:
CTF (Current Timeframe): Shows "Active" (signal confirmed) or "Upcoming" (signal forming) for each setup.
LTF (Lower Timeframe): Displays a checkmark (✔) if the signal is confirmed on the LTF.
HTF (Higher Timeframe): Displays a checkmark (✔) if the signal is confirmed on the HTF.
Columns represent the five BBMA setups: EXT Buy, EXT Sell, CSD, CSM Buy, CSM Sell, RE Buy, RE Sell, and MHV.
Interpreting the Signals
1. EXT (Extreme) Setup
EXT Buy (Green Arrow):
Condition: Price touches or breaks below the BB lower band, closes above it, with high ATR volatility, strong volume, and additional confirmations (e.g., hammer candle, RSI oversold, MACD bullish, MAHI/MALO crossover, or bullish divergence).
Interpretation: A potential reversal buy signal. Look for confirmation in the subplot table (LTF and HTF rows).
Action: Consider a long position if LTF and HTF confirm (✔ in both rows). Use the BB middle or upper band as a target.
EXT Sell (Red Arrow):
Condition: Price touches or breaks above the BB upper band, closes below it, with high ATR volatility, strong volume, and additional confirmations (e.g., shooting star candle, RSI overbought, MACD bearish, MAHI/MALO crossunder, or bearish divergence).
Interpretation: A potential reversal sell signal.
Action: Consider a short position if LTF and HTF confirm. Use the BB middle or lower band as a target.
2. CSD (Consolidation) Setup
CSD (Yellow Diamond):
Condition: BB width is narrow (below its SMA), low ATR volatility, small candles, and no MAHI/MALO crossovers.
Interpretation: The market is consolidating, often preceding a breakout (e.g., MHV).
Action: Avoid trading during CSD unless preparing for an MHV breakout. Monitor the subplot for "Upcoming" MHV signals.
3. CSM (Continuation Setup Movement)
CSM Buy (Teal Arrow):
Condition: Price is above the BB middle, MAHI crossover, MALO crossover or MACD bullish, price above EMA 50, with additional confirmations (e.g., bullish engulfing or MACD bullish).
Interpretation: A continuation buy signal in an uptrend.
Action: Enter a long position if LTF and HTF confirm. Target the BB upper band or recent swing highs.
CSM Sell (Maroon Arrow):
Condition: Price is below the BB middle, MAHI crossunder, MALO crossunder or MACD bearish, price below EMA 50, with additional confirmations (e.g., bearish engulfing or MACD bearish).
Interpretation: A continuation sell signal in a downtrend.
Action: Enter a short position if LTF and HTF confirm. Target the BB lower band or recent swing lows.
4. RE (Re-Entry) Setup
RE Buy (Aqua Arrow):
Condition: Price is between the BB lower and middle bands, MAHI crossover, MALO crossover or MACD bullish, price above EMA 50, with additional confirmations (e.g., bullish engulfing or MACD bullish).
Interpretation: A re-entry buy signal after a pullback in an uptrend.
Action: Enter a long position if LTF and HTF confirm. Target the BB middle or upper band.
RE Sell (Fuchsia Arrow):
Condition: Price is between the BB upper and middle bands, MAHI crossunder, MALO crossunder or MACD bearish, price below EMA 50, with additional confirmations (e.g., bearish engulfing or MACD bearish).
Interpretation: A re-entry sell signal after a pullback in a downtrend.
Action: Enter a short position if LTF and HTF confirm. Target the BB middle or lower band.
5. MHV (Market High Volatility) Setup
MHV (Orange Label):
Condition: Follows a CSD signal, with expanding BB width, high ATR volatility, strong volume, and MAHI/MALO crossover or crossunder.
Interpretation: A breakout signal after consolidation, indicating high volatility and potential for a strong move.
Action: Trade in the direction of the breakout (e.g., buy if MAHI crossover, sell if MAHI crossunder). Confirm with LTF and HTF. Target significant levels like recent swing highs/lows.
6. Multi-Timeframe Confirmation
LTF Confirmation: A checkmark (✔) in the LTF row indicates the signal is also present on the lower timeframe (e.g., 5m). This adds confidence to the trade.
HTF Confirmation: A checkmark (✔) in the HTF row indicates alignment with the higher timeframe trend (e.g., 4h). This confirms the signal's strength.
Strongest Signals: Look for signals with both LTF and HTF confirmations (✔ in both rows). These have the highest probability of success.
7. Upcoming Signals
The CTF row in the subplot table may show "Upcoming" for a setup (e.g., EXT Buy: Upcoming). This indicates the setup is forming but not yet confirmed.
Action: Monitor these setups closely. They may turn "Active" on the next candle if conditions are met.
Trading Tips
Trend Alignment: Use the EMA 50 and market structure (is_uptrend) to ensure trades align with the overall trend. For example, prioritize CSM Buy signals in an uptrend.
Risk Management:
Set stop-losses below recent swing lows (for buys) or above recent swing highs (for sells).
Use the BB middle or opposite band as a target for most setups.
Avoid Overtrading: Focus on signals with LTF and HTF confirmations to filter out noise.
Timeframe Selection:
Scalping: Use 1m or 5m CTF with 1m LTF and 15m HTF.
Day Trading: Use 15m or 1h CTF with 5m LTF and 4h HTF.
Swing Trading: Use 4h or 1D CTF with 1h LTF and 1D HTF.
Backtesting: Test the indicator on historical data for your chosen asset and timeframe to understand its performance.
Alerts
The indicator includes built-in alerts for each setup:
EXT Buy/Sell: Triggers when an EXT signal is confirmed.
CSD: Triggers during consolidation.
CSM Buy/Sell: Triggers for continuation signals.
RE Buy/Sell: Triggers for re-entry signals.
MHV: Triggers for high volatility breakouts. To set up alerts:
Right-click on the chart and select "Add Alert."
Choose the condition (e.g., "BBMA EXT Buy").
Set your preferred notification method (e.g., email, SMS).
Limitations
Lagging Indicators: The indicator uses moving averages and other lagging tools, which may delay signals in fast-moving markets.
False Signals: Like all indicators, it can produce false signals, especially in choppy markets. Use LTF/HTF confirmations to filter trades.
Timeframe Dependency: Ensure your CTF, LTF, and HTF are properly aligned to avoid conflicting signals.
Advanced ORB IndicatorAdvanced ORB (Opening Range Breakout) Indicator
Overview
The Advanced ORB Indicator is a sophisticated trading tool designed to capture high-probability breakout opportunities across multiple markets. By identifying the opening range of a trading session and detecting meaningful breakouts, this indicator helps traders enter trending moves with strong momentum while filtering out false signals.
Core Concept
The Opening Range Breakout strategy is based on the principle that the initial trading range of a session often defines key support and resistance levels. When price breaks convincingly beyond this range with proper confirmation, it frequently indicates the beginning of a directional move that can persist throughout the session.
Key Features
### Intelligent Market Detection
- Automatically identifies market type (US Stocks, Forex, Crypto, EU/Asia Stocks)
- Applies optimal default timings based on market characteristics
- Configurable time zones (Exchange, UTC, Local) for precise session timing
Customizable Session Settings
- Adjustable opening range duration (15-240 minutes)
- Flexible reset periods (Daily, Weekly, Monthly, or Never)
- Custom session start times to match specific market opens or pre-market periods
Advanced Signal Filtering
- Multi-factor confirmation system requiring strong candle bodies, proper wick ratios, and minimum breakout percentages
- Smart cooldown periods preventing clustered signals
- Retracement detection that resets signals after meaningful pullbacks
Quality Control Mechanisms
- Volume threshold filter for stronger conviction entries
- RSI-based filters to avoid overbought/oversold conditions
- Trend alignment validation using EMA and directional analysis
- Consecutive candle confirmation for higher reliability
Visual Clarity
- Clear high/low boundary visualization
- Comprehensive status panel showing current levels, trend status, and filter conditions
- Clean, non-repainting signal triangles at breakout points
Trading Applications
Stocks & ETFs
Perfect for capturing morning momentum after market open, especially effective on US equities where the first 30-60 minutes often set the tone for the day. Excellent for gap fills, trend continuations, and reversal confirmations.
Forex & Futures
Ideal for session-based strategies around London/New York opens, capturing institutional order flow as major players enter the market. Can be configured for H4/H1 longer-term breakouts in 24-hour markets.
Cryptocurrency
Powerful for identifying key breakout levels in volatile crypto markets, with adjustable parameters to filter out noise while catching significant moves. Especially effective during high-volume periods following consolidation.
Strategic Implementation
The indicator excels when used as part of a complete trading system. Consider these approaches:
1. Pure Momentum Strategy: Enter on signal, exit at fixed R:R or end of session
2. Trend Continuation: Only take signals in the direction of the higher timeframe trend
3. Support/Resistance Validation: Combine with key S/R levels for higher probability entries
4. Volume Profile Confirmation: Use in conjunction with volume profile to verify breakout significance
Optimization Tips
- Adjust Opening Range Duration based on market volatility (shorter for choppy markets, longer for trending)
- Increase filter requirements during uncertain market conditions
- Loosen filters during strong trending environments
- Use longer durations (120+ minutes) for swing trading setups
- Consider Weekly/Monthly reset periods for positional trading approaches
Performance Notes
The Advanced ORB Indicator is designed to produce fewer, higher-quality signals rather than frequent low-conviction entries. The multiple confirmation requirements mean you'll catch fewer false breakouts at the expense of occasionally later entries.
For best results, combine with proper risk management, position sizing, and an understanding of the broader market context.
*This indicator works on all timeframes but performs optimally on 1-minute to 15-minute charts for intraday trading and 1-hour to 4-hour charts for swing trading opportunities.*
// @version=5
indicator("Advanced ORB Indicator", overlay=true)
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// SIGNAL REQUIREMENTS DOCUMENTATION
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//
// BULL SIGNAL REQUIREMENTS:
// - ORB period must be completed (not in the opening range duration anymore)
// - Price must close above the ORB high (if waitForClose is enabled)
// - Candle must have a strong body (body to range ratio >= minBodyToRangeRatio)
// - Valid upper wick (upper wick to body ratio <= wickThreshold)
// - Bullish candle (close > open)
// - Consecutive candle confirmation (if enabled, requires multiple candles meeting criteria)
// - Volume filter (if enabled, volume > average volume * threshold)
// - RSI filter (if enabled, RSI must not be overbought)
// - EMA filter (if enabled, price must be above short EMA)
// - Trend filter (if enabled, must be in an uptrend)
// - Cooldown period satisfied (minimum bars between signals)
// - Not already signaled a bull breakout for this ORB (unless reset by retracement)
//
// BEAR SIGNAL REQUIREMENTS:
// - ORB period must be completed (not in the opening range duration anymore)
// - Price must close below the ORB low (if waitForClose is enabled)
// - Candle must have a strong body (body to range ratio >= minBodyToRangeRatio)
// - Valid lower wick (lower wick to body ratio <= wickThreshold)
// - Bearish candle (close < open)
// - Consecutive candle confirmation (if enabled, requires multiple candles meeting criteria)
// - Volume filter (if enabled, volume > average volume * threshold)
// - RSI filter (if enabled, RSI must not be oversold)
// - EMA filter (if enabled, price must be below short EMA)
// - Trend filter (if enabled, must be in a downtrend)
// - Cooldown period satisfied (minimum bars between signals)
// - Not already signaled a bear breakout for this ORB (unless reset by retracement)
//
// SIGNAL RESET CONDITIONS (for both bull and bear):
// - A significant price retracement happens (determined by retracePercent)
// - Cooldown period expires (minimum bars between signals)
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// SETTINGS GUIDE - DETAILED EXPLANATION
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//
// MARKET SETTINGS
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// Market Type: Select your market or use auto-detection
// - US Stocks: NYSE, NASDAQ, etc. (9:30 AM default open)
// - Forex: Currency pairs (uses midnight or London open)
// - Crypto: Digital currencies (uses midnight UTC)
// - EU Stocks: European exchanges (9:00 AM default)
// - Asia Stocks: Asian exchanges (9:00 AM default)
// - Custom: Manually set your preferred session time
//
// Auto-Detect Market Type: Automatically identifies the market from symbol
// - Enable for convenience when switching between different markets
// - Disable to manually set your preferred market type
//
// Use Market Default Timing: Applies optimal session start times for selected market
// - Enable to use proven default timings for the market
// - Disable to set custom session start times
//
// Time Zone: Sets the reference time zone for session calculations
// - Exchange: Uses the exchange's native time zone (recommended)
// - UTC: Uses Coordinated Universal Time
// - Local: Uses your local computer's time zone
//
// TIME SETTINGS
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// Session Start Hour/Minute: Sets when the opening range begins
// - Only active when "Use Market Default Timing" is disabled
// - US Stocks typically use 9:30 AM
// - For pre-market analysis, try 4:00 AM (US) or 8:00 AM (EU)
//
// Opening Range Duration: How long to measure the initial range (minutes)
// - 30-60 mins: Standard for daily ORB strategies
// - 15 mins: More responsive, good for volatile markets
// - 120 mins: More stable, fewer false signals
//
// Reset Period: When to calculate a new opening range
// - Daily: Most common, resets each trading day
// - Weekly: Weekly opening range breakout strategy
// - Monthly: Long-term support/resistance levels
// - Never: Continuous tracking without resetting
//
// SIGNAL QUALITY SETTINGS
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// Minimum Bars Between Signals: Prevents clustering of multiple signals
// - Higher values (8-10): Fewer signals, better quality
// - Lower values (3-5): More signals, requires more filtering
//
// Required Retracement % Before New Signal: How far price must pull back
// - Higher values (50-60%): Only signals after significant pullbacks
// - Lower values (20-30%): More signals, may include false breakouts
//
// Minimum Breakout % Required: Strength needed for valid breakout
// - Higher values (0.5-1.0%): Stronger confirmation, fewer false breakouts
// - Lower values (0.1-0.3%): More sensitive, good for low-volatility
//
// Minimum Body to Range Ratio %: Requires strong candles for signals
// - Higher values (70-80%): Only strong momentum candles trigger signals
// - Lower values (40-50%): More signals, includes weaker breakouts
//
// BREAKOUT SETTINGS
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// Max Wick to Body Ratio: Controls acceptable candle shape
// - Lower values (0.2-0.3): Only clean breakout candles
// - Higher values (0.5-0.6): More signals, includes wicks
//
// Use Close Price: Uses close instead of High/Low for breakouts
// - Enable for more reliable but delayed confirmation
// - Disable for earlier signals using High/Low prices
//
// Wait for Candle Close: Only signals after candle completes
// - Enable to avoid false breakouts (recommended)
// - Disable for earlier entry but higher risk
//
// FILTER SETTINGS
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// Filter Signals Based on Trend: Aligns signals with the overall trend
// - Enable to filter out counter-trend signals (recommended)
// - Disable for range-bound markets or counter-trend strategies
//
// Trend Detection Period: Lookback period for trend calculation
// - Longer periods (50-100): Identifies major trends
// - Shorter periods (20-30): More responsive to recent price action
//
// Trend Strength Threshold: How strong trend must be
// - Higher values (0.7-0.8): Only strong trends generate signals
// - Lower values (0.5-0.6): More signals in choppy markets
//
// Use Volume Filter: Requires above-average volume for signals
// - Enable for stocks and futures (recommended)
// - May disable for some forex pairs with unreliable volume data
//
// Volume Threshold: How much above average volume is required
// - Higher values (2.0-3.0x): Only significant volume spikes
// - Lower values (1.2-1.5x): More signals, less volume confirmation
//
// Use RSI Filter: Prevents signals in overbought/oversold conditions
// - Enable to avoid exhausted moves
// - Disable for strong trend following
//
// Use EMA Alignment Filter: Ensures price is in the right direction
// - Enable for trend confirmation (recommended)
// - Disable for early reversal signals
//
// Require Consecutive Candle Confirmation: Needs multiple confirming candles
// - Enable for higher quality signals
// - Disable for faster but riskier entries
//
// DISPLAY SETTINGS
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// Show Label with Values: Displays current ORB levels and status
// Show Range Boundaries: Displays high/low lines on chart
// High/Low Boundary Color: Customize appearance
//
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// RECOMMENDED SETTINGS BY MARKET TYPE
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// US STOCKS - STANDARD
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// - Market Type: US Stocks
// - Opening Range Duration: 30 minutes
// - Reset Period: Daily
// - Wait for Candle Close: Enabled
// - Use Volume Filter: Enabled (Volume Threshold: 1.5-2.0x)
// - Use Trend Filter: Enabled
// - Minimum Breakout %: 0.3-0.5%
//
// US STOCKS - EARNINGS/HIGH VOLATILITY
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// - Opening Range Duration: 60 minutes (more stable)
// - Minimum Breakout %: 0.7-1.0% (stronger moves required)
// - Minimum Bars Between Signals: 8-10 (avoid whipsaws)
// - Required Retracement %: 40-50% (deeper pullbacks)
// - Volume Threshold: 2.5-3.0x (higher volume confirmation)
//
// CRYPTO
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// - Market Type: Crypto
// - Opening Range Duration: 120 minutes (crypto needs longer)
// - Reset Period: Daily
// - Minimum Breakout %: 1.0-1.5% (higher volatility needs stronger breakouts)
// - Volume Threshold: 2.0-2.5x
// - Consider disabling RSI Filter (trending crypto often stays overbought/oversold)
//
// FOREX - MAJOR PAIRS
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// - Market Type: Forex
// - Session Start: Consider 8:00 AM (London open) or 5:00 PM (Asian open)
// - Opening Range Duration: 60-120 minutes
// - Min Body to Range Ratio: 50-60% (forex can have smaller bodies)
// - Consider disabling Volume Filter (unreliable on some platforms)
// - Trend Strength Threshold: 0.6-0.7 (forex tends to trend well)
//
// EU STOCKS
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// - Market Type: EU Stocks
// - Opening Range Duration: 60 minutes
// - Reset Period: Daily
// - Use EMA Alignment: Enabled
// - Use Volume Filter: Enabled
//
// SMALL CAP/VOLATILE STOCKS
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// - Opening Range Duration: 15-30 minutes (captures early moves)
// - Minimum Breakout %: 1.0-2.0% (needs stronger breakouts)
// - Volume Threshold: 3.0x (needs significant volume)
// - Max Wick to Body Ratio: 0.3 (cleaner breakouts)
// - Use Consecutive Candle Confirmation: Enabled (2-3 candles)
//
// LOW VOLATILITY ENVIRONMENT
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// - Opening Range Duration: 30-60 minutes
// - Minimum Breakout %: 0.2-0.3% (lower threshold for tight ranges)
// - Required Retracement %: 20-30% (smaller pullbacks)
// - Consider disabling Consecutive Candle Confirmation
//
// HIGH VOLATILITY ENVIRONMENT
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// - Opening Range Duration: 60-120 minutes (more stable)
// - Minimum Breakout %: 0.8-1.5% (stronger confirmation)
// - Required Retracement %: 50-60% (deeper pullbacks)
// - Minimum Bars Between Signals: 8-10 (avoid choppy signals)
// - Use Consecutive Candle Confirmation: Enabled (2-3 candles)
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CandelaCharts - CRT Model📝 Overview
Candle Range Theory (CRT) is a framework that treats every candle as a tradable range. A candle defines high/low, the next candle often sweeps one side (manipulation), reclaims back inside, and distributes toward the opposite side with 50% of the range as a common first target.
It posits that each candlestick represents a distinct range of price action, defined by its high, low, open, and close, and that price movements are structured within these ranges.
📦 Features
Timeframe Pairing: This indicator highlights movements on lower timeframes within higher timeframe candles, providing insights into micro trends, structural changes, and potential entry points.
Bias Selection: This feature allows analysts to manage bias and identify setups, displaying bullish, bearish, or neutral models that align with higher timeframe trends.
Double Purge Sweeps: A double purge is a type of sweep where the price breaks both the high and low of the previous candle (through the wicks) before closing within the range of that same candle.
CRT Times: Times when high-probability CRTs occur.
HTF Candles: The CRT Model is rooted in the ICT Power of Three, assisting traders in identifying key turning points and market transitions across multiple timeframes.
Auto-bias: Identify models using the HTF candle bias
Dashboard: Create a customizable table that displays key details such as timeframe pairing, time to next candle close, bias, and time filter settings.
Any Market: Ideal for all markets - stocks, forex, crypto, futures, commodities and more - delivering consistent results and insights across diverse trading environments.
⚙️ Settings
Core
Status: Filter models by status — All, Successful, Invalidated, or Active.
Real-time Models: Enable models formed and shown in real-time (before HTF candle close).
Bias: Choose model bias — Automatic, Neutral, Bearish, or Bullish.
Fractal: Select timeframe pairing like 1m - 15m, 4H - 1W, or Custom.
Custom Fractal TFs: Set LTF (e.g. 5) and HTF (e.g. 60) timeframes.
Model Labels: Show model labels (C1, C2, etc.) and choose label size and background color.
Exclude Non-profitable: Hide models deemed non-profitable based on CISD position.
Sweep
Sweep Line: Show model sweep lines with style, width, and color.
Sweeps with CISD: Filter sweeps that are linked with CISD models.
Invalidated Sweeps: Show invalidated sweeps (I-sweep), including LTF and HTF options.
D-purge Sweeps: Display double purge sweeps with customization options.
CISD
CISD Line: Display CISD (Change in State of Delivery) on the chart with style, width, and length.
CISD Colors: Set line colors for Bullish and Bearish CISD.
CRT
Box High/Low: Show CRT box high/low with style, width, and color for bullish, bearish, and current.
High/Low Mean: Enable the mean line of the CRT H/L range with line customization and color.
CRT Labels: Show CRT box labels and choose label size.
Hide Overlapped: Option to hide overlapping CRT boxes.
History
Model History Lookback: Define how many past CRT models to retain and show.
Time
2-3-4: Filter models based on 2-3-4 AM hours.
7-8-9: Filter models based on 7-8-9 AM hours.
8-9-10: Filter models based on 8-9-10 AM and PM hours.
1-5-9: Filter models based on 1-5-9 AM and PM hours.
2-6-10: Filter models based on 2-6-10 AM and PM hours.
Custom: Filter models based on a user-defined custom session.
HTF
Show Candles: Display HTF candles with number, colors, and spacing.
Offset: Adjust the HTF candle offset from the current chart.
Space: Adjust the HTF candle spacing.
Size: Choose HTF candle size (e.g., Small, Large).
Labels: Show HTF candle labels with size and color options.
Open Trace Line: Show line for HTF open with style, width, and color.
True Day Open: Toggle display of TDO line.
PD Array: Enable and configure HTF PD arrays (FVG, IFVG), with style, color, threshold, line, and border.
LTF
High/Low Lines: Show H/L lines with line style, width, and color.
Open/Close Lines: Show O/C lines with style, width, and color.
Dashboard
Information Panel: Toggle visibility and choose position.
Display Mode: Select between Pro or Stack display layout.
Alerts
Model Formed: Alert when a model is formed.
Model Completed: Alert when a model is successfully completed.
Model Invalidated: Alert when a model becomes invalid.
Sweep: Alert on sweep events.
D-purge: Alert on double purge events.
💡 Framework
The CRT Model is designed to analyze and interpret price action patterns through various components, each of which plays a critical role in identifying market trends and providing actionable insights.
The model incorporates the following timeframe alignments:
15s - 5m
1m - 15m
2m - 20m
3m - 30m
5m - 1H
15m - 4H
30m - 12H
1H - 1D
4H - 1W
1D - 1M
1W - 3M
Below are the key components that make up the model:
Sweep
D-purge
CISD
Mean
CRT H/L
The CRT Model follows a specific lifecycle, which highlights the current state of the model and determines whether a trade opportunity is valid.
The model's lifecycle includes the following statuses:
Formation (grey)
Invalidation (red)
Success (green)
By utilizing the phases of Formation, Invalidation, and Success, traders can efficiently manage their positions, reduce risk, and take advantage of high-probability setups offered by the CRT Model.
Trading Candle 2 (The Reversal)
Use Candle 2’s wick, body, and context to judge whether the next leg trends or mean-reverts.
Expansion vs. reversal
Expansion candle: Small wicks, strong body, one-way momentum.
Reversal (Candle 2): Drives opposite, prints a long opposing wick, closes near open—context decides if it’s tradable.
Key idea: Small wicks favor continued expansion; large wicks often cap expansion because the range was “spent” building the wick.
Why wick size matters
Small-wick reversal: More “runway”—target prior highs/lows, liquidity pools, standard-deviation projections.
Large-wick reversal: Range consumed—expect mean-reversion toward the open or session extremes.
Think of wick size as a fuel gauge: less wick → more potential.
Trading Candle 3 (The Continuation)
Candle 2 flips bias; Candle 3 aims to capture the follow-through (Candle 4 often offers secondary continuation).
Wick size on Candle 2 decides the play:
Small wick → you can trade Candle 2 directly.
Large wick → let Candle 2 close and trade Candle 3 instead.
Avoid chasing weak continuations:
If Candle 2 has already expanded hard, Candle 3 can become a chase into retrace/chop.
Demand extra LTF confluence: protected swings, SMT divergence, and multiple continuation cues aligning.
⚡️ Showcase
Introducing the CRT Model is a powerful trading tool designed to elevate your market analysis and boost your trading success. Built with precision and advanced algorithms, this indicator helps you identify key trends, potential entry and exit points, and optimize your strategy for better decision-making.
Bearish Models
Bullish Models
Active Models
HTF PD Arrays
Lead with context, not the pattern: set a clear higher-timeframe bias, then sync the intermediate and lower timeframes to it.
🚨 Alerts
This script offers alert options for all model types. The alerts need to be set up manually from TradingView.
The CRT Model supports the following alert types, each designed to signal key moments in the model’s development and execution:
Model Formation: Signals the initial setup of the CRT Model with a bullish (+B) or bearish (-B) bias, indicating a potential trade opportunity is developing.
Model Successful: Confirms that the CRT setup has played out successfully.
Model Invalidated: Indicates the model has failed or been broken.
Model Sweep: Alerts when a liquidity sweep occurs during model formation.
Model D-Purge Sweep: Occurs when a single candle is swept on both sides (high and low).
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These tools are exclusively available on the TradingView platform.
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Enhanced VSA Volume & Candle Colors with MA SelectionOverview:
This script aims to enhance the visualization of volume spikes and price action by coloring volume bars and price candles dynamically based on the volume behavior. It allows traders to customize the type of volume moving average (SMA, EMA, or VWMA) used and apply various color schemes to highlight high, low, and extreme volume conditions. Additionally, alerts are generated when extreme or low-volume conditions occur.
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Key Features:
Customizable Volume Lookback Period:
The script allows users to define the period for calculating the moving average of volume (default: 200).
Volume Multiplier Settings:
High and low volume thresholds are defined using multipliers. Users can adjust these to customize how volume is categorized (default multipliers: 1.5 for high volume, 0.5 for low volume).
Percentile-Based Extreme Volume Detection:
The script calculates a percentile threshold for extreme volume (default: 90th percentile) based on the volume data, highlighting exceptionally high volume spikes.
Moving Average Selection:
Users can choose between Simple Moving Average (SMA), Exponential Moving Average (EMA), or Volume Weighted Moving Average (VWMA) to track volume trends over the selected lookback period.
Volume-Based Price Bar Coloring:
Price bars can be colored according to the volume conditions (high, low, or extreme). This feature can be toggled on or off.
Dynamic Transparency and Color Customization:
The script allows users to set custom colors for different volume conditions (high, low, neutral, extreme) and adjusts the transparency of volume bars based on the relative size of the volume.
Alerts:
Alerts can be set for when extreme volume spikes or low volume conditions are detected.
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Script Components:
Volume Histogram Plot:
Displays the volume bars with dynamic coloring based on the volume condition (high, low, or extreme). The color of the bars adjusts for clarity, with transparency based on volume levels.
Moving Average Plot:
Plots the selected volume moving average (SMA, EMA, or VWMA) to visualize the trend of volume over the chosen lookback period.
Smoothed Average Volume (EMA of Volume):
A smoothed EMA line is plotted to provide a clear representation of volume trends over time.
Price Bar Coloring:
If enabled, price bars are colored according to the current volume condition, providing immediate visual feedback to the trader.
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How It Can Be Used:
Volume Analysis for Entry/Exit Points: Traders can use the volume conditions (high, low, and extreme) to identify potential entry or exit points. High-volume bars often signal strong market activity, while low-volume bars may indicate consolidation or indecision.
Volume Confirmation for Trend Reversal: Extreme volume spikes can sometimes precede significant price movements. Traders can monitor these spikes for potential trend reversal signals.
Customizing Alerts: Alerts based on volume conditions help traders stay updated on important volume events without constantly monitoring the chart.
Color-Coded Price Action: The dynamic coloring of price bars makes it easier to identify periods of strong or weak market participation, allowing traders to make informed decisions quickly.
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Compliance with TradingView's House Rules:
No Promotion of Financial Products: The script does not promote any specific financial instruments or products, ensuring compliance with TradingView’s content guidelines.
Clear Functionality: The script provides clear, functional analysis tools without making unsupported claims about predicting market movements.
No Automated Trading: The script does not include any automated trading or order execution features, which complies with TradingView’s policy on non-automated scripts.
This breakdown ensures clarity on the script’s purpose, features, and how it might be used by traders. It's written in a way that fits TradingView's content guidelines, keeping the focus on providing valuable analytical tools rather than making promises or promoting any financial product.
First 15-Min Candle Detector [With Breakout Alerts]Indicator: First 15-Minute Candle Detector
Purpose
This indicator helps traders by identifying and marking the high, low, and mid-point of the first 15-minute candle of the market session. It also provides visual aids and alerts for price breakouts above or below these levels, making it ideal for intraday trading strategies.
This script is suitable for traders focusing on early session momentum or reversal strategies.
Key Features
Market Start Customization: Configure the market start time (hour and minute) to align with your trading session or exchange timezone.
Visual Aids:
Horizontal lines to mark the High , Low , and Mid-point of the first 15-minute candle.
Background highlighting to identify the first 15-minute candle.
Configurable colors and line widths for clear visuals.
Breakout Alerts:
Real-time alerts for breakouts above the high or below the low of the first 15-minute candle.
Customizable alert messages.
Alerts configured using alertcondition .
Dynamic Adjustments:
Adapts dynamically to timeframes of 15 minutes or lower.
Resets and recalculates at the start of each new session.
Inputs and Configurations
Market Settings:
Market Start Hour: Default is 9.
Market Start Minute: Default is 30.
Visual Settings:
Enable/disable background highlighting.
Set colors for the background, high line, low line, and mid-line.
Adjust line width (1 to 5).
Toggle the visibility of the mid-line.
Alert Settings:
Enable breakout alerts.
Set custom alert messages for high and low breakouts.
How It Works
// First 15-Minute Candle Detection
The indicator monitors the first 15-minute candle after the market opens based on the configured start time. It records the high , low , and calculates the mid-point of this candle.
// Visual Markings
Horizontal lines are drawn at the high, low, and mid-point of the first 15-minute candle, extending to the right for the rest of the session.
// Breakout Detection
The indicator checks for price breakouts above the high or below the low of the first 15-minute candle and triggers alerts if enabled.
// Dynamic Reset
The indicator resets values and deletes previous session lines at the start of each new session.
Conditions and Alerts
Breakout Conditions:
High Breakout: The closing price exceeds the high of the first 15-minute candle.
Low Breakout: The closing price falls below the low of the first 15-minute candle.
Alert Triggers: Configurable alerts notify you of breakouts in real-time.
Use Cases
Intraday Traders: Ideal for early-session momentum or reversal strategies.
Breakout Traders: Helps identify entry points when price breaks key levels.
Visual Clarity: Simplifies tracking important session levels.
Limitations
Works only on 15-minute or lower timeframes.
Requires accurate market start time configuration.
Non-Psychological Levels🟩 Non-Psychological Levels is a structural analysis tool that segments price action into objective ranges, identifying Broken and Unbroken levels without relying on psychological or time-based assumptions. By emphasizing mechanically derived price behavior, it provides traders with a clear framework for analyzing support and resistance in a consistent and unbiased manner across various market conditions.
This indicator introduces a new approach to understanding market structure by focusing on price movement within defined segments, free from behavioral patterns, round numbers, or specific time intervals. While the indicator is time-agnostic in design, it works within the natural time progression of the chart, ensuring that segmentation aligns with the inherent structure of price movement. Broken levels, where price has breached a structural boundary, and Unbroken levels, which remain intact, are visualized with horizontal lines. These structural zones are complemented by dynamically boxed segments that contextualize both historical and ongoing price behavior.
By offering an objective perspective, the Non-Psychological Levels indicator complements psychology-based tools, helping traders explore market dynamics from multiple angles. When structural levels align with psychological zones, they reinforce critical price areas; when they differ, they provide opportunities to analyze price behavior from an alternative lens. This indicator is designed as both an educational framework and a practical tool, encouraging a deeper understanding of structural price behavior in technical analysis.
⭕ THEORY AND CONCEPT ⭕
The Non-Psychological Levels indicator is grounded in the principle of analyzing price behavior without reliance on psychological assumptions or time-based factors. Its primary purpose is to provide a structural framework for identifying support and resistance levels by focusing solely on price movement within mechanically defined segments. By removing external influences such as sentiment, time intervals, or market sessions, the indicator offers an unbiased lens through which traders can observe price dynamics.
Non-psychology, as defined here, refers to an approach that excludes behavioral and emotional patterns—like fear, greed, or herd mentality—from price analysis. Traditional tools often depend on these patterns to identify zones such as pivots or Fibonacci retracements, but these methods can be inconsistent in volatile markets. In contrast, the Non-Psychological Levels indicator focuses entirely on what price is doing, free from assumptions about trader behavior or external time constraints.
The indicator’s time-agnostic and mechanically driven design segments price action into consistent ranges, highlighting "Broken" levels (where price breaches structural boundaries) and "Unbroken" levels (where price holds). These structural zones remain unaffected by subjective or external influences, ensuring clarity and consistency across different markets and timeframes. By doing so, the indicator reveals a pure view of price structure, independent of psychological biases.
Importantly, the Non-Psychological Levels indicator is not intended to replace psychology-based tools but to complement them. When its structural levels align with psychological zones like round numbers or session highs/lows, the significance of these areas is reinforced. Conversely, when the levels differ, the contrast provides traders with alternative insights into market dynamics. This dual perspective—blending mechanical objectivity with behavioral analysis—enhances the depth and flexibility of market evaluation.
The following principles outline the theoretical foundation of the indicator and its unique contribution to structural price analysis:
Time-Agnostic Design : The indicator avoids reliance on time-based factors like daily opens, session intervals, or specific events. Instead, it segments price action using bar indexes, ensuring that structural levels are identified independently of external time variables. While the x-axis of a chart inherently represents time, this indicator abstracts away its influence, allowing traders to focus purely on price movement without the bias of temporal context.
Mechanical and Neutral Framework : Every calculation within the indicator is predetermined by a set of mechanical rules, ensuring no subjective input or interpretation affects the results. This objectivity guarantees that levels are derived solely from observed price behavior, providing a reliable framework that traders can trust to remain consistent across different assets, timeframes, and market conditions.
Broken and Unbroken Levels : Broken levels represent zones where price has breached a structural boundary, while Unbroken levels highlight areas where price has consistently respected its range. This distinction provides a clear and systematic method for identifying key support and resistance levels, offering insights into where future price interactions are most likely to occur.
Neutral Price Behavior : By dividing price action into equal segments, the indicator removes the influence of external factors like trader sentiment or psychological expectations. Each segment independently determines significant levels based purely on price action, enabling a structural view of the market that abstracts away behavioral or emotional biases.
Complement to Psychological Tools : While the indicator itself avoids behavioral assumptions, its levels can align with psychological zones like round numbers, pivots, or Fibonacci levels. When these structural and psychological levels overlap, it reinforces the importance of key areas, while divergences offer opportunities to examine price behavior from a new perspective.
Educational Value : The indicator encourages traders to explore the contrast between structural and psychological analysis. By introducing a framework that isolates price behavior from external influences, it challenges traditional methods of technical analysis, fostering deeper insights into market structure and behavior.
🔍 UNDERSTANDING STRUCTURAL LEVELS 🔍
The Non-Psychological Levels indicator offers a straightforward yet powerful way to understand market structure by segmenting price action into mechanically defined ranges. This segmentation highlights two key elements: "Broken" levels, where price has breached structural boundaries, and "Unbroken" levels, which remain intact and respected by price action. Together, these components create a framework for identifying potential areas of support and resistance.
Broken Levels : These are structural boundaries that price has surpassed, indicating areas where previous support or resistance failed. Broken levels often signal transitions in price behavior, such as shifts in momentum or the start of trending movements. They provide insight into zones where price has already tested and moved beyond.
Unbroken Levels : These levels remain intact within a given price segment, marking areas where price has consistently respected boundaries. Unbroken levels are particularly useful for identifying potential reversal points or zones of continued support or resistance. Their persistence across price action often makes them reliable indicators of market structure.
The visual segmentation of price action into distinct ranges allows traders to observe how price transitions between structural zones. For example:
- Clusters of Unbroken levels near the current price may suggest strong support or resistance, offering areas of interest for reversals or breakouts.
- Gaps between Unbroken levels highlight areas of price inefficiency or low interaction, which may become significant if revisited.
By focusing solely on structural price behavior, the Non-Psychological Levels indicator enables traders to analyze price independently of time or psychological factors. This makes it a valuable tool for understanding price dynamics objectively, whether used on its own or alongside other indicators.
🛠️ SETTINGS 🛠️
The Non-Psychological Levels indicator offers various customizable settings to help users tailor its visualization to their specific trading style and market conditions. These settings allow adjustments to sensitivity, level projection, and the source of price calculations (e.g., wicks or closing prices). Below, we outline each setting and its impact on the chart, along with examples to illustrate their functionality.
Custom Settings
Sensitivity : This setting adjusts the balance between detailed and broader structural levels by controlling the number of segments. Higher values result in more segments, revealing finer price levels, while lower values consolidate segments to highlight major price movements.
Source : Allows the user to choose between 'Wick' or 'Close' for detecting levels. Selecting 'Wick' emphasizes the absolute highs and lows of price action, while 'Close' focuses on closing prices within each segment.
Level Labels : Configures the visual representation of price levels, allowing users to toggle between price values, symbols (▲ ▼), or disabling labels altogether. This setting ensures clarity in how Broken and Unbroken levels are displayed on the chart.
Unbroken Levels : - - - Users can customize the colors and label styles for Unbroken levels, which highlight areas where price has respected structural boundaries.
Broken Levels : -|- Similar to Unbroken levels, users can specify the visual appearance of Broken levels, including color customization for Broken highs and lows. These settings help distinguish areas where price has breached a structural boundary.
Projection Options : This setting allows users to control how broken and unbroken levels are visually extended on the chart. The Future option projects lines forward to the right of the current price, showing potential future relevance of levels. The All option extends lines both forward and backward, providing a comprehensive view of how levels align with historical and potential future price action. The None option disables projections, keeping the chart focused solely on current segment levels without any extensions.
Segments : Includes options for customizing the segment visualization:
- Live Segment : Toggles the display of a highlighted box representing the current developing segment, helping users focus on ongoing price action.
- Boxes : Allows users to display filled boxes around each segment for additional visual emphasis.
- Segment Colors : Users can define separate colors for support (lower) and resistance (upper) segments, making it easier to interpret directional trends.
- Boundaries : Enables or disables vertical lines to mark segment boundaries, providing a clearer view of structural divisions.
Repaint : This setting allows users to enable or disable triangle labels within the live segment. When enabled, the triangles dynamically update to reflect real-time price behavior during the live bar but will repaint until the bar is fully confirmed. Disabling this option prevents the triangles from appearing during the live bar, reducing potential confusion as they may otherwise flash on and off during price updates. This setting ensures users can choose their preferred visualization while maintaining clarity in real-time analysis.
Color Settings : Offers extensive customization for all visual elements, including Broken and Unbroken levels, segment boundaries, and live segments. These settings ensure the indicator can adapt to individual preferences for chart readability.
🖼️ CHART EXAMPLES 🖼️
The following chart examples illustrate different configurations and features of the Non-Psychological Levels indicator. These examples highlight how the indicator’s settings influence the visualization of structural price behavior, helping traders understand its functionality in various scenarios.
Broken and Unbroken Levels : Orange prices are Broken HIghs. Blue prices are Broken Lows. Green and Red are Unbroken.
Boundaries : Enable Boundaries to visualize segments.
High Sensitivity Setting : A high sensitivity setting produces fewer segments and levels, emphasizing broader price ranges and major structural zones. This configuration is better suited for higher timeframes or identifying overarching trends.
Low Sensitivity Setting : A low sensitivity setting results in a greater number of segments and levels, offering a granular view of price structure. This configuration is ideal for analyzing detailed price movements on lower timeframes.
Live Segment with Triangles Enabled : This example shows the live segment box with triangle labels enabled. These triangles update dynamically during the live bar but may repaint until the bar is confirmed, helping traders observe real-time price behavior.
Broken and Unbroken Levels : This example highlights Broken levels (where price has breached structural boundaries and are drawn through subsequent price action) and Unbroken levels (where price has respected structural boundaries). These distinctions visually identify areas of potential support and resistance.
Broken and Unbroken Levels with Projection: All : This example demonstrates the "Project All" feature, where broken and unbroken levels are extended both forward and backward on the chart. This visualization highlights historical and potential future support and resistance zones, helping traders better understand how price interacts with these structural levels over time.
Segment Boxes with Boundaries : Filled boxes around individual segments visually distinguish each price interval, offering clarity in observing structural price transitions.
📊 SUMMARY 📊
The Non-Psychological Levels indicator provides a unique framework for analyzing structural price behavior through the identification of Broken and Unbroken levels. These levels act as a mechanical representation of support and resistance, independent of psychological biases or time-based factors. By focusing purely on price movement within defined segments, the indicator offers a neutral and consistent approach to understanding market dynamics.
This method complements traditional tools by providing an unbiased perspective. When structural levels align with psychological zones—such as round numbers or session-based highs and lows—they reinforce the significance of these areas as key price zones. When they diverge, the indicator introduces an alternative view, prompting further exploration of price behavior. This dual perspective enhances the depth of analysis by combining the mechanical and behavioral aspects of price action.
The Non-Psychological Levels indicator is not designed to generate trading signals or predict future price movements but serves as a visual and educational tool. Its adaptability across all markets and timeframes allows traders to integrate it into their broader strategies. By highlighting structural price dynamics, the indicator offers a fresh perspective on market analysis while remaining compatible with other technical tools.
⚙️ COMPATIBILITY AND LIMITATIONS ⚙️
Asset Compatibility :
The Non-Psychological Levels indicator is compatible with all asset classes, including cryptocurrencies, forex, stocks, and commodities. It can be applied to any chart or timeframe, making it a flexible tool for structural price analysis. Users should adjust the Sensitivity setting to ensure the segmentation aligns with the price behavior of the specific asset being analyzed. For instance, higher sensitivity values are more suitable for assets with large price ranges, while lower values work well for assets with tighter ranges.
Visual Range Dependency :
The indicator is optimized to perform calculations only within the visible range of the chart. This is a significant advantage, as it prevents unnecessary calculations and maintains efficient performance. However, because of this dependency, levels may appear to "recalculate" when the chart is zoomed in or out quickly or shifted abruptly. While this does not affect the integrity of the levels, it may cause a temporary lag as the indicator adjusts to the new visual range.
Persistence of Levels Beyond Visibility :
Even if levels are not visible on the chart due to zoom or scroll settings, they still exist in the background and are recalculated when revisited. This ensures that the structural price analysis remains consistent, regardless of the chart view.
Box Limitations in Pine Script :
The indicator is subject to Pine Script's inherent limitation of 500 boxes. This means that no more than 500 segments or level boxes can be drawn on the chart simultaneously. For most configurations, this limitation is mitigated by focusing on the visual range, but users employing very low sensitivity settings may exceed the limit. In such cases, only the most recent 500 boxes will be displayed, potentially omitting earlier segments.
Lag with Low Sensitivity Settings :
When sensitivity is set to a low value, the indicator creates many more segments, resulting in finer granularity and a higher number of boxes. While this provides detailed structural levels, it may increase the likelihood of exceeding Pine Script’s 500-box limit or cause a temporary lag when rendering a dense set of boxes over a wide visual range. Users should adjust sensitivity to balance detail with performance, especially on assets with high volatility or broad price ranges.
Live Segment Caution :
The live segment box updates in real time to reflect price movements as the segment is still developing. Since the segment high and segment low are not yet finalized, users should interpret this feature as a dynamic visualization of current price behavior rather than a definitive structural analysis. This ensures clarity during ongoing price action while maintaining the integrity of the indicator's framework.
Cross-Market Versatility :
The indicator’s time-agnostic and mechanical design ensures that it functions identically across all markets and timeframes. However, users should consider the unique characteristics of different markets when interpreting the results, as certain assets (e.g., highly volatile cryptocurrencies) may require sensitivity adjustments for optimal segmentation.
Visual Range Dependency: Levels recalculate efficiently within the chart's visible range but may lag temporarily when zooming or scrolling quickly.
These considerations ensure that the Non-Psychological Levels indicator remains robust and versatile while highlighting some inherent limitations of Pine Script and real-time recalculations. Users can mitigate these constraints by carefully adjusting sensitivity and understanding how the visual range dependency affects performance.
⚠️ DISCLAIMER ⚠️
The Non-Psychological Levels indicator is a visual analysis tool and is not designed as a predictive or trading signal indicator. Its primary purpose is to highlight structural price levels, providing an objective framework for understanding support and resistance within mechanically segmented price action.
The indicator operates within the visible range of the chart to ensure efficiency and adaptiveness, but this recalculation should not be interpreted as a forecast of future price behavior. While the structural levels may align with significant price zones in hindsight, they are purely a reflection of observed price dynamics and should not be used as standalone trading signals.
This indicator is intended as an educational and visual aid to complement other analysis methods. Users are encouraged to integrate it into a broader trading strategy and make adjustments to the settings based on their individual needs and market conditions.
🧠 BEYOND THE CODE 🧠
The Non-Psychological Levels indicator, like other xxattaxx indicators , is designed with education and community collaboration in mind. Its open-source nature encourages exploration, experimentation, and the development of new approaches to price analysis. By focusing on structural price behavior rather than psychological or time-based factors, this indicator introduces a fresh perspective for users to study.
Beyond its visual utility, the indicator serves as an educational framework for understanding the concept of non-psychological analysis. It offers traders an opportunity to explore price dynamics in a purely mechanical way, challenging conventional methods and fostering deeper insights into structural behavior. This approach is especially valuable for those interested in exploring new concepts or seeking alternative perspectives on market analysis.
Your comments, suggestions, and discussions are invaluable in shaping the future of this project. We actively encourage your feedback and contributions, which will directly help us refine and improve the Non-Psychological Levels indicator. We look forward to seeing the creative ways in which you use and enhance this tool. MVS
Historical Price Levels: Week, Month, QuarterDescription:
The Historical Highs and Lows: Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly Levels indicator is designed to mark significant price levels based on the highest and lowest prices within specific historical time periods. This indicator provides insights into key price points from multiple timeframes: weekly, monthly, and quarterly. It is ideal for traders who want to monitor and analyze the critical support and resistance levels that may influence price movement.
This indicator draws horizontal lines from the highest and lowest price points of past weeks, months, and quarters, extending 10 candles into the future from these critical price levels. The indicator also provides labels to mark each of these levels, making it easy to identify important turning points in the price chart.
Key Features:
Historical Highs and Lows: The indicator marks the highest and lowest prices for each specified period—weekly, monthly, and quarterly—up to the last closed week, month, or quarter.
Dynamic Lines: The lines are drawn from the historical high/low points and extended to the right by 10 candles, representing potential future price levels of interest.
Labels: The indicator provides labels such as "Week X High", "Month X Low", and "Quarter X High", placed on the right side of the chart to highlight each significant level.
Customizable: Users can adjust the appearance of the lines, including the line style and color, to match their preferences.
Multi-Timeframe Support: The indicator works across all timeframes, ensuring that users can view relevant historical levels regardless of their chart's resolution.
How to Use:
Support and Resistance: The high and low levels marked by this indicator can act as key support and resistance zones. Price action may reverse when it approaches these levels, as they represent significant price points where the market has reversed in the past.
Reversal Points: Price often reacts strongly when it reaches these historical highs or lows. Traders can use these levels to anticipate potential reversals or breakouts.
Market Analysis: By identifying the key high and low points of different timeframes, traders can gain a deeper understanding of the market’s past behavior and use this information to make more informed trading decisions.
Usage Strategy:
Price Reversals: When price approaches one of the historical high or low levels, watch for signs of reversal, such as candlestick patterns (e.g., Doji, Engulfing) or other technical indicators (e.g., RSI, MACD). These levels often act as strong barriers, and price can reverse at these points.
Breakouts: If the price breaks through these levels, it could signal the beginning of a new trend. For example, a breakout above a historical high may suggest bullish momentum, while a breakdown below a historical low may indicate a bearish trend.
Conclusion:
The Historical Highs and Lows: Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly Levels indicator is a powerful tool for traders looking to understand and monitor key price levels. By identifying significant price points from multiple timeframes, traders can use this information to predict potential price reversals or breakouts. Given the nature of these levels, price often reacts near them, providing valuable opportunities for entry and exit points.
Multiple vlines boxes and averages distance to candles@emami
Indicator: "Multiple Vertical Lines with Boxes and Averages with Distance to Candles"
Description:
This Pine Script is designed to help traders analyze price movements over different time frames by visually drawing vertical lines and boxes based on selected date/time points. The script calculates the highest high, lowest low, and midpoints of the last 9, 26, and 52 bars, drawing a box around each range. Additionally, the script displays the distance from the high and low to the current bar.
Key Features:
Multiple Vertical Lines:
Vertical lines are drawn at user-specified times, allowing traders to highlight critical points on the chart for further analysis.
Dynamic Boxes Based on Bar Count:
9-bar Box: Displays the highest high and lowest low for the last 9 bars (including the current bar) and draws a box around this range. A midpoint line is also plotted.
26-bar Box: Similar to the 9-bar box, but for the last 26 bars.
52-bar Box: Displays the same calculation for the last 52 bars.
Distance Calculations:
The script calculates the distance from the highest high and lowest low of each box to the current bar, providing valuable insight into the range and price movement for each time window.
Visual Display:
Each box is colored differently for easy identification (orange for 9 bars, white for 26 bars, and green for 52 bars).
Midpoint lines are drawn in different colors to distinguish between the 9-bar, 26-bar, and 52-bar ranges.
Labels are placed above the high and below the low of each box, showing the exact high/low values and the distance to the current bar.
How It Works:
The script first waits for the specified date and time inputs. Once the time condition is met, it performs the calculations for the high, low, and midpoint of the last 9, 26, and 52 bars.
The script then plots vertical lines at the specified times and draws boxes based on the highest high and lowest low for each range.
A midpoint is drawn for each box, and labels are placed with the high/low values and the distances from these values to the current bar.
How to Use It:
Set the date and time for the vertical lines you want to analyze.
The script will automatically draw the lines and boxes for the selected time frames.
Review the boxes and midpoints to identify potential price levels for analysis.
Use the distance values to assess the current price's proximity to the high/low of the respective bar range.
Improvements Based on Rules:
Language:
Make sure your title and description are in English. If you use any other language, ensure it’s accompanied by an English translation.
Clean Chart:
Ensure that the chart you’re publishing with the script is clear and simple, without additional, unnecessary indicators or drawings.
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Suggested Tags for Script:
#PineScript
#VerticalLines
#PriceAnalysis
#TechnicalAnalysis
#SupportResistance
#BoxingStrategy
#MidpointCalculation
#DistanceToCandles
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Volume/Price Divergence v2The "Volume/Price Divergence v2" indicator is designed to analyze the relationship between volume and price movements in a financial market. It helps traders identify potential divergences that may indicate a change in market trends. Here’s a breakdown of how it works:
### Key Components
1. **Volume Calculation**:
- **Buying Volume**: This is calculated based on the relationship between the closing price and the high/low range. If the closing price is closer to the low, more volume is attributed to buying.
- **Selling Volume**: Conversely, if the closing price is closer to the high, more volume is considered selling.
The formulas used are:
```pinescript
buyVolume = high == low ? 0 : volume * (close - low) / (high - low)
sellVolume = high == low ? 0 : volume * (high - close) / (high - low)
```
2. **Plotting Volume**:
- The total volume is plotted in red and buying volume is plotted in teal. This helps visualize the volume distribution during different price movements.
3. **Rate of Change (ROC)**:
- The indicator calculates the rate of change for both volume and price over a specified period. This allows traders to see how volume and price are changing relative to each other.
```pinescript
roc = source / source
roc2 = source2 / source2
```
4. **Volume/Price Divergence (VPD)**:
- The VPD is derived from the ratio of the ROC of volume to the ROC of price. This ratio helps identify divergences:
- A VPD significantly above 10 may indicate strong divergence, suggesting that price movements are not supported by volume.
- A VPD around 1 indicates that volume and price are moving in harmony.
5. **Horizontal Lines**:
- The indicator includes horizontal lines at levels 10 (high divergence) and 1 (low divergence), serving as visual cues for traders to assess the market's state.
### Interpretation
- **Divergence**: If price makes a new high but volume does not follow (or vice versa), it may signal a potential reversal or weakness in the trend.
- **Volume Trends**: Analyzing the buying vs. selling volume can provide insights into market sentiment, helping traders make informed decisions.
- **Potential for a Strong Move**: A high VPD during a breakout indicates that while volume is increasing, the price isn’t moving significantly, suggesting that a big price move could be imminent.
- **Caution Before Entry**: Traders should be aware that the lack of price movement relative to high volume may signal an impending volatility spike, which could lead to a rapid price change in either direction.
Overall, this indicator is useful for traders looking to gauge the strength of price movements and identify potential reversals or breakouts based on volume trends.
The Ultimate Indicator by ATK
The Ultimate Indicator By ATK
This all-in-one trading indicator integrates multiple advanced tools to provide ICT traders with deep insights into market structure, liquidity zones, Fair Value Gaps (FVG), and AI-powered signals. Whether you’re a scalper or a long-term trader, this indicator offers real-time analysis and helps identify potential trading opportunities in dynamic markets.
🔵 Key Features
🔹 2 options for checking SMT (Separation and Divergence) Detection:
First - Compares highs and lows of a primary symbol (e.g., NQ1!) with a user-defined comparison symbol (e.g., ES1!).
Automatically detects and visualizes discrepancies (red for highs, blue for lows) between the symbols.
Offers customizable comparison settings and alerts for divergence detection.
Second -
Real-time SMT comparison between two tickers - red/green lines.
🔹 Market Structure Change (MSS) & Break of Structure (BOS) Detection:
Identifies market structure shifts and breakouts, crucial for spotting potential reversals.
Customizable sensitivity and length settings to adapt to various market conditions and trading strategies. Use 3 different timeframes on the same chart.
🔹 Buy Side & Sell Side Liquidity Zones:
Highlights liquidity zones on both buy and sell sides, offering a clear view of market pressure points.
Configurable settings for detection length, margin, and alert conditions for liquidity sweeps like the 15-minute Buy Side Liquidity (BSL) and Sell Side Liquidity (SSL).
These lines from Swing Highs & Lows:
Automatically plots horizontal lines at the most recent swing highs and lows.
Lines are removed once the closing price breaches these levels, ensuring real-time updates and clean charting.
🔹 Fair Value Gap (FVG) Detection:
Detects FVG formations on 5-minute and 1-minute charts, making it ideal for scalpers capturing liquidity gaps.
Includes directional arrows and customizable alerts based on higher and lower timeframe FVG analysis, helping traders time their entry and exit points.
🔹IFVG (Inverse fair value gap) - yellow
🔹IFVG + SMT - Light blue
🔹IFVG + SMT + HTF FVG - green/red (1 min only)
🔹IFVG + SMT + BSL/SSL Swept - green/red (1 min only)
for example:
🔹 Capture and plot significant price levels at specific times throughout the trading day:
TDO (True Day Open): The price at which a market opens at 12:00 AM US.
TMSO (True Micro Session Open): The open price of the Q2 of the micro session.
RVT (Revolving True Open): The price recorded at 12:00 PM US.
AO (Asia True Open Price): The price captured at 7:30 PM US, specifically representing the opening price of the Asian session.
LO (London True Open Price): 1:30 AM US
AM (New York Session - Afternoon Market True Open Price): 7:30 AM US
PM (Post Market Open Price): 1:30 PM US.
For example TMSO:
🔹 AI-Powered Entry Detection:
The script helps identify entry points based on specific candle patterns, while also considering the exponential moving averages (EMAs) for trend confirmation.
🔶FFMS Strategy: (First Five Minute Strategy)
Check 5-min time frame if the price is between the high and low of the previous day. then, when NYO if there is retest on the High/Low on the 5-min chart after crossover or crossunder the 5 minute first candle high/low lines.
🔶PSP & PSP + FVG
🔹The Precision Swing Point (PSP). It helps you visually identify price decorrelation (type of SMT) among key futures contracts (NQ/ES or NQ/ES/YM/ZB) and set alerts for these significant market movements.
🔹The PSP HTF 15 Min + FVG LTF 1 Min
In this strategy the script is looking for PSP in HTF (15-Min) and capture the FVG in LTF (1-Min) only if its between High and Low of the PSP.
If there is a retracement in parallel micro session time, for example: Q1 with Q3 or Q2 with Q4, Q3 with Q1, etc…
if the retracement was happened and the price close above/below the high/low of the FVG from the LTF that captured according to the direction for long/short, it plots an arrow.
Update the script that checks the purple arrows and shows all of them each time there is a new PSP in a 15-minute timeframe and then FVG in 1 Min timeframe with the reference to the TDO/TMSO/Open session
for example:
Step 1: PSP 15Min LOW/HIGH Lines look for FVG by the conditions above - purple arrow
Step 2:FVG founded - purple arrow
SMT Fill on 15 min timeframe + IFVG 1 min - Detected option:
When Sym1 closed above/below FVG and Sym2 didn't it is SMT FILL (15 Min timeframe)
White arrows when captured SMT FIll + IFVG:
option to turn on alert on this strategy too.
🔹Detect liquidity swept on 15-min timeframe by $$ - green/red
🔹Detect liquidity to sweep zones on by diamonds - green/red
🔹Alerts for all Events and full scenarios.
Real-time notifications ensure traders can act quickly on potential trade setups.
🔵 Conclusion:
This Ultimate Indicator by ATK brings together critical elements of market analysis in one tool for ICT traders, offering real-time insights, alerts, and visual aids to enhance trading strategies. Whether you’re focused on short-term price action or long-term market trends, this indicator provides the tools necessary for informed decision-making and improved trading performance.
Multiple Naked LevelsPURPOSE OF THE INDICATOR
This indicator autogenerates and displays naked levels and gaps of multiple types collected into one simple and easy to use indicator.
VALUE PROPOSITION OF THE INDICATOR AND HOW IT IS ORIGINAL AND USEFUL
1) CONVENIENCE : The purpose of this indicator is to offer traders with one coherent and robust indicator providing useful, valuable, and often used levels - in one place.
2) CLUSTERS OF CONFLUENCES : With this indicator it is easy to identify levels and zones on the chart with multiple confluences increasing the likelihood of a potential reversal zone.
THE TYPES OF LEVELS AND GAPS INCLUDED IN THE INDICATOR
The types of levels include the following:
1) PIVOT levels (Daily/Weekly/Monthly) depicted in the chart as: dnPIV, wnPIV, mnPIV.
2) POC (Point of Control) levels (Daily/Weekly/Monthly) depicted in the chart as: dnPoC, wnPoC, mnPoC.
3) VAH/VAL STD 1 levels (Value Area High/Low with 1 std) (Daily/Weekly/Monthly) depicted in the chart as: dnVAH1/dnVAL1, wnVAH1/wnVAL1, mnVAH1/mnVAL1
4) VAH/VAL STD 2 levels (Value Area High/Low with 2 std) (Daily/Weekly/Monthly) depicted in the chart as: dnVAH2/dnVAL2, wnVAH2/wnVAL2, mnVAH1/mnVAL2
5) FAIR VALUE GAPS (Daily/Weekly/Monthly) depicted in the chart as: dnFVG, wnFVG, mnFVG.
6) CME GAPS (Daily) depicted in the chart as: dnCME.
7) EQUILIBRIUM levels (Daily/Weekly/Monthly) depicted in the chart as dnEQ, wnEQ, mnEQ.
HOW-TO ACTIVATE LEVEL TYPES AND TIMEFRAMES AND HOW-TO USE THE INDICATOR
You can simply choose which of the levels to be activated and displayed by clicking on the desired radio button in the settings menu.
You can locate the settings menu by clicking into the Object Tree window, left-click on the Multiple Naked Levels and select Settings.
You will then get a menu of different level types and timeframes. Click the checkboxes for the level types and timeframes that you want to display on the chart.
You can then go into the chart and check out which naked levels that have appeared. You can then use those levels as part of your technical analysis.
The levels displayed on the chart can serve as additional confluences or as part of your overall technical analysis and indicators.
In order to back-test the impact of the different naked levels you can also enable tapped levels to be depicted on the chart. Do this by toggling the 'Show tapped levels' checkbox.
Keep in mind however that Trading View can not shom more than 500 lines and text boxes so the indocator will not be able to give you the complete history back to the start for long duration assets.
In order to clean up the charts a little bit there are two additional settings that can be used in the Settings menu:
- Selecting the price range (%) from the current price to be included in the chart. The default is 25%. That means that all levels below or above 20% will not be displayed. You can set this level yourself from 0 up to 100%.
- Selecting the minimum gap size to include on the chart. The default is 1%. That means that all gaps/ranges below 1% in price difference will not be displayed on the chart. You can set the minimum gap size yourself.
BASIC DESCRIPTION OF THE INNER WORKINGS OF THE INDICTATOR
The way the indicator works is that it calculates and identifies all levels from the list of levels type and timeframes above. The indicator then adds this level to a list of untapped levels.
Then for each bar after, it checks if the level has been tapped. If the level has been tapped or a gap/range completely filled, this level is removed from the list so that the levels displayed in the end are only naked/untapped levels.
Below is a descrition of each of the level types and how it is caluclated (algorithm):
PIVOT
Daily, Weekly and Monthly levels in trading refer to significant price points that traders monitor within the context of a single trading day. These levels can provide insights into market behavior and help traders make informed decisions regarding entry and exit points.
Traders often use D/W/M levels to set entry and exit points for trades. For example, entering long positions near support (daily close) or selling near resistance (daily close).
Daily levels are used to set stop-loss orders. Placing stops just below the daily close for long positions or above the daily close for short positions can help manage risk.
The relationship between price movement and daily levels provides insights into market sentiment. For instance, if the price fails to break above the daily high, it may signify bearish sentiment, while a strong breakout can indicate bullish sentiment.
The way these levels are calculated in this indicator is based on finding pivots in the chart on D/W/M timeframe. The level is then set to previous D/W/M close = current D/W/M open.
In addition, when price is going up previous D/W/M open must be smaller than previous D/W/M close and current D/W/M close must be smaller than the current D/W/M open. When price is going down the opposite.
POINT OF CONTROL
The Point of Control (POC) is a key concept in volume profile analysis, which is commonly used in trading.
It represents the price level at which the highest volume of trading occurred during a specific period.
The POC is derived from the volume traded at various price levels over a defined time frame. In this indicator the timeframes are Daily, Weekly, and Montly.
It identifies the price level where the most trades took place, indicating strong interest and activity from traders at that price.
The POC often acts as a significant support or resistance level. If the price approaches the POC from above, it may act as a support level, while if approached from below, it can serve as a resistance level. Traders monitor the POC to gauge potential reversals or breakouts.
The way the POC is calculated in this indicator is by an approximation by analysing intrabars for the respective timeperiod (D/W/M), assigning the volume for each intrabar into the price-bins that the intrabar covers and finally identifying the bin with the highest aggregated volume.
The POC is the price in the middle of this bin.
The indicator uses a sample space for intrabars on the Daily timeframe of 15 minutes, 35 minutes for the Weekly timeframe, and 140 minutes for the Monthly timeframe.
The indicator has predefined the size of the bins to 0.2% of the price at the range low. That implies that the precision of the calulated POC og VAH/VAL is within 0.2%.
This reduction of precision is a tradeoff for performance and speed of the indicator.
This also implies that the bigger the difference from range high prices to range low prices the more bins the algorithm will iterate over. This is typically the case when calculating the monthly volume profile levels and especially high volatility assets such as alt coins.
Sometimes the number of iterations becomes too big for Trading View to handle. In these cases the bin size will be increased even more to reduce the number of iterations.
In such cases the bin size might increase by a factor of 2-3 decreasing the accuracy of the Volume Profile levels.
Anyway, since these Volume Profile levels are approximations and since precision is traded for performance the user should consider the Volume profile levels(POC, VAH, VAL) as zones rather than pin point accurate levels.
VALUE AREA HIGH/LOW STD1/STD2
The Value Area High (VAH) and Value Area Low (VAL) are important concepts in volume profile analysis, helping traders understand price levels where the majority of trading activity occurs for a given period.
The Value Area High/Low is the upper/lower boundary of the value area, representing the highest price level at which a certain percentage of the total trading volume occurred within a specified period.
The VAH/VAL indicates the price point above/below which the majority of trading activity is considered less valuable. It can serve as a potential resistance/support level, as prices above/below this level may experience selling/buying pressure from traders who view the price as overvalued/undervalued
In this indicator the timeframes are Daily, Weekly, and Monthly. This indicator provides two boundaries that can be selected in the menu.
The first boundary is 70% of the total volume (=1 standard deviation from mean). The second boundary is 95% of the total volume (=2 standard deviation from mean).
The way VAH/VAL is calculated is based on the same algorithm as for the POC.
However instead of identifying the bin with the highest volume, we start from range low and sum up the volume for each bin until the aggregated volume = 30%/70% for VAL1/VAH1 and aggregated volume = 5%/95% for VAL2/VAH2.
Then we simply set the VAL/VAH equal to the low of the respective bin.
FAIR VALUE GAPS
Fair Value Gaps (FVG) is a concept primarily used in technical analysis and price action trading, particularly within the context of futures and forex markets. They refer to areas on a price chart where there is a noticeable lack of trading activity, often highlighted by a significant price movement away from a previous level without trading occurring in between.
FVGs represent price levels where the market has moved significantly without any meaningful trading occurring. This can be seen as a "gap" on the price chart, where the price jumps from one level to another, often due to a rapid market reaction to news, events, or other factors.
These gaps typically appear when prices rise or fall quickly, creating a space on the chart where no transactions have taken place. For example, if a stock opens sharply higher and there are no trades at the prices in between the two levels, it creates a gap. The areas within these gaps can be areas of liquidity that the market may return to “fill” later on.
FVGs highlight inefficiencies in pricing and can indicate areas where the market may correct itself. When the market moves rapidly, it may leave behind price levels that traders eventually revisit to establish fair value.
Traders often watch for these gaps as potential reversal or continuation points. Many traders believe that price will eventually “fill” the gap, meaning it will return to those price levels, providing potential entry or exit points.
This indicator calculate FVGs on three different timeframes, Daily, Weekly and Montly.
In this indicator the FVGs are identified by looking for a three-candle pattern on a chart, signalling a discrete imbalance in order volume that prompts a quick price adjustment. These gaps reflect moments where the market sentiment strongly leans towards buying or selling yet lacks the opposite orders to maintain price stability.
The indicator sets the gap to the difference from the high of the first bar to the low of the third bar when price is moving up or from the low of the first bar to the high of the third bar when price is moving down.
CME GAPS (BTC only)
CME gaps refer to price discrepancies that can occur in charts for futures contracts traded on the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME). These gaps typically arise from the fact that many futures markets, including those on the CME, operate nearly 24 hours a day but may have significant price movements during periods when the market is closed.
CME gaps occur when there is a difference between the closing price of a futures contract on one trading day and the opening price on the following trading day. This difference can create a "gap" on the price chart.
Opening Gaps: These usually happen when the market opens significantly higher or lower than the previous day's close, often influenced by news, economic data releases, or other market events occurring during non-trading hours.
Gaps can result from reactions to major announcements or developments, such as earnings reports, geopolitical events, or changes in economic indicators, leading to rapid price movements.
The importance of CME Gaps in Trading is the potential for Filling Gaps: Many traders believe that prices often "fill" gaps, meaning that prices may return to the gap area to establish fair value.
This can create potential trading opportunities based on the expectation of gap filling. Gaps can act as significant support or resistance levels. Traders monitor these levels to identify potential reversal points in price action.
The way the gap is identified in this indicator is by checking if current open is higher than previous bar close when price is moving up or if current open is lower than previous day close when price is moving down.
EQUILIBRIUM
Equilibrium in finance and trading refers to a state where supply and demand in a market balance each other, resulting in stable prices. It is a key concept in various economic and trading contexts. Here’s a concise description:
Market Equilibrium occurs when the quantity of a good or service supplied equals the quantity demanded at a specific price level. At this point, there is no inherent pressure for the price to change, as buyers and sellers are in agreement.
Equilibrium Price is the price at which the market is in equilibrium. It reflects the point where the supply curve intersects the demand curve on a graph. At the equilibrium price, the market clears, meaning there are no surplus goods or shortages.
In this indicator the equilibrium level is calculated simply by finding the midpoint of the Daily, Weekly, and Montly candles respectively.
NOTES
1) Performance. The algorithms are quite resource intensive and the time it takes the indicator to calculate all the levels could be 5 seconds or more, depending on the number of bars in the chart and especially if Montly Volume Profile levels are selected (POC, VAH or VAL).
2) Levels displayed vs the selected chart timeframe. On a timeframe smaller than the daily TF - both Daily, Weekly, and Monthly levels will be displayed. On a timeframe bigger than the daily TF but smaller than the weekly TF - the Weekly and Monthly levels will be display but not the Daily levels. On a timeframe bigger than the weekly TF but smaller than the monthly TF - only the Monthly levels will be displayed. Not Daily and Weekly.
CREDITS
The core algorithm for calculating the POC levels is based on the indicator "Naked Intrabar POC" developed by rumpypumpydumpy (https:www.tradingview.com/u/rumpypumpydumpy/).
The "Naked intrabar POC" indicator calculates the POC on the current chart timeframe.
This indicator (Multiple Naked Levels) adds two new features:
1) It calculates the POC on three specific timeframes, the Daily, Weekly, and Monthly timeframes - not only the current chart timeframe.
2) It adds functionaly by calculating the VAL and VAH of the volume profile on the Daily, Weekly, Monthly timeframes .
