ATR Neutral Candles Indicator

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Key Elements of the Neutral Candles Indicator:
ATR (Average True Range):

The ATR measures the volatility of a market by calculating the average of the true range over a given period.
A low ATR indicates that the price is moving within a narrow range, which typically signals a period of consolidation or neutral market behavior.
Conversely, a high ATR signals higher volatility and possible trend development.
Neutral (Limit) Candles:

The Neutral Candle is a visual marker that highlights low-volatility periods on the chart.
These periods are often marked by candles with smaller ranges, signifying a lack of significant price movement.
When the ATR falls below a predefined threshold, it triggers the neutral candle, usually represented in a specific color, such as yellow or gray.
Volatility Threshold:

The limit or threshold for neutral candles is typically defined by a user-input value for the ATR (Average True Range).
When the ATR value is below this threshold, it implies that the market is in a low-volatility phase, and the candle is labeled as neutral.
Candle Color:

The neutral candles are often visually differentiated from the regular candles to make them stand out.
For example, when the ATR is below a certain level, the candles can be colored yellow or another color to highlight these periods of consolidation or low volatility.
Use in Trading:

Neutral candles are often used by traders to:
Identify periods of low volatility: These periods can be potential breakouts or breakdowns, as low volatility phases often precede sharp price movements.
Confirm consolidation: The market may be consolidating before making a directional move.
Avoid trading in low-volatility periods: Some traders prefer to avoid entering trades during low volatility, as these conditions might lead to unclear price action or small, range-bound moves.