Ultimate Volume Dashboard & Signals V2📋 Clear Entry Criteria Summary
BUY Entry SELL Entry
✅ RVOL ≥ 1.5x ✅ RVOL ≥ 1.5x
✅ Green Candle ✅ Red Candle
✅ Strong Body (>50%) ✅ Strong Body (>50%)
✅ Price > VWAP ✅ Price < VWAP
✅ Price > EMA 50 ✅ Price < EMA 50
✅ RSI 50-80 ✅ RSI 20-50
⭐ Extreme Vol = Strong Signal ⭐ Extreme Vol = Strong Signal
🆕 Key Improvements
Cooldown Period - Prevents signal spam
EMA Filter - Additional trend confirmation
Candle Body Check - Filters weak/doji candles
Strong vs Regular Signals - Extreme volume = higher conviction
Entry/SL Levels - ATR-based levels displayed
Alert Conditions - Ready for notifications
Would you like me to add backtesting statistics or multi-timeframe confirmation?
//@version=5
indicator("Ultimate Volume Dashboard & Signals", overlay=true)
// ==========================================
// 1. SETTINGS & INPUTS
// ==========================================
// General Settings
lookback_len = input.int(20, "Volume Moving Average Length", group="Volume Settings")
rvol_thresh = input.float(1.5, "RVOL Threshold (Breakout Level)", step=0.1, group="Volume Settings")
// Trend Settings
use_vwap = input.bool(true, "Filter Signals using VWAP", group="Trend Filters")
rsi_len = input.int(14, "Momentum Length (RSI)", group="Trend Filters")
// Dashboard Settings
show_table = input.bool(true, "Show Dashboard", group="UI Settings")
table_size = input.string("Small", "Table Size", options= , group="UI Settings")
// ==========================================
// 2. CALCULATIONS
// ==========================================
// --- Volume Calculations ---
vol_ma = ta.sma(volume, lookback_len) // Average Volume
rvol = volume / vol_ma // Relative Volume (Current vs Average)
// --- Trend & Momentum Calculations ---
rsi_val = ta.rsi(close, rsi_len) // RSI Momentum
vwap_val = ta.vwap(close) // Volume Weighted Average Price
// Detect Volume Spikes (The "Upcoming" Momentum)
is_vol_spike = rvol >= rvol_thresh
// ==========================================
// 3. SIGNAL LOGIC
// ==========================================
// Bullish Signal Logic
// 1. Volume is significantly higher than average (Spike)
// 2. Candle is Green (Close > Open)
// 3. Price is above VWAP (Institutional Control)
// 4. RSI is rising but not completely maxed out (>50)
bull_trend = use_vwap ? (close > vwap_val) : true
buy_signal = is_vol_spike and close > open and bull_trend and rsi_val > 50 and rsi_val < 90
// Bearish Signal Logic
// 1. Volume Spike
// 2. Candle is Red (Close < Open)
// 3. Price is below VWAP
// 4. RSI is falling (<50)
bear_trend = use_vwap ? (close < vwap_val) : true
sell_signal = is_vol_spike and close < open and bear_trend and rsi_val < 50 and rsi_val > 10
// ==========================================
// 4. VISUALS ON CHART
// ==========================================
// Color Bars based on Volume Intensity
bar_color = is_vol_spike ? (close > open ? color.new(color.lime, 0) : color.new(color.red, 0)) : (close > open ? color.new(color.gray, 60) : color.new(color.gray, 60))
barcolor(bar_color)
// Plot Buy/Sell Labels
plotshape(buy_signal, title="BUY Signal", location=location.belowbar, color=color.green, style=shape.labelup, text="VOL BUY", textcolor=color.white, size=size.small)
plotshape(sell_signal, title="SELL Signal", location=location.abovebar, color=color.red, style=shape.labeldown, text="VOL SELL", textcolor=color.white, size=size.small)
// Plot VWAP for reference
plot(use_vwap ? vwap_val : na, "VWAP", color=color.yellow, linewidth=1)
// ==========================================
// 5. DASHBOARD PANEL
// ==========================================
if show_table
// Define Table Size
t_size = table_size == "Tiny" ? size.tiny : table_size == "Small" ? size.small : table_size == "Normal" ? size.normal : size.large
text
// Create Table (Top Right)
var tbl = table.new(position.top_right, 2, 5, bgcolor=color.new(color.black, 50), border_color=color.gray, border_width=1, frame_color=color.gray, frame_width=1)
// --- Header ---
table.cell(tbl, 0, 0, "METRIC", text_color=color.white, bgcolor=color.new(color.blue, 20), text_size=t_size)
table.cell(tbl, 1, 0, "STATUS", text_color=color.white, bgcolor=color.new(color.blue, 20), text_size=t_size)
// --- Row 1: RVOL (Volume Strength) ---
rvol_color = rvol > 2.0 ? color.red : rvol > 1.0 ? color.green : color.gray
rvol_txt = rvol > 2.0 ? "EXTREME (" + str.tostring(rvol, "#.##") + "x)" : rvol > 1.0 ? "High (" + str.tostring(rvol, "#.##") + "x)" : "Low (" + str.tostring(rvol, "#.##") + "x)"
table.cell(tbl, 0, 1, "Rel Volume (RVOL)", text_color=color.white, text_size=t_size)
table.cell(tbl, 1, 1, rvol_txt, text_color=color.white, bgcolor=rvol_color, text_size=t_size)
// --- Row 2: Trend (VWAP) ---
trend_txt = close > vwap_val ? "BULLISH" : "BEARISH"
trend_col = close > vwap_val ? color.green : color.red
table.cell(tbl, 0, 2, "Trend (VWAP)", text_color=color.white, text_size=t_size)
table.cell(tbl, 1, 2, trend_txt, text_color=color.white, bgcolor=trend_col, text_size=t_size)
// --- Row 3: Momentum (RSI) ---
mom_txt = rsi_val > 50 ? "Positive" : "Negative"
mom_col = rsi_val > 50 ? color.green : color.red
table.cell(tbl, 0, 3, "Momentum", text_color=color.white, text_size=t_size)
table.cell(tbl, 1, 3, mom_txt, text_color=color.white, bgcolor=mom_col, text_size=t_size)
// --- Row 4: Signal Status ---
sig_txt = buy_signal ? "BUY NOW" : sell_signal ? "SELL NOW" : "WAIT"
sig_col = buy_signal ? color.lime : sell_signal ? color.red : color.gray
table.cell(tbl, 0, 4, "ACTION", text_color=color.white, bgcolor=color.new(color.white, 80), text_size=t_size)
table.cell(tbl, 1, 4, sig_txt, text_color=color.black, bgcolor=sig_col, text_size=t_size) clear entre based on code
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Dips Oleg Adaptive Dip‑Buying Strategy with Lot Precision & Smart Averaging
📘 Description
This strategy is a personalized adaptation of an idea originally developed by the respected author fullmax.
I reworked the concept to suit my own trading approach, adding lot‑precision rounding to avoid exchange quantity errors when using webhooks, and enhancing the visual and analytical components of the script.
🔧 What’s New in This Version
Configurable lot precision to ensure clean, exchange‑safe order sizes
Improved UI elements: base‑order labels, compact mini‑table, grouped settings
Dynamic safety‑order pricing based on price drops and scaling factors
Flexible date‑range filtering for controlled backtesting
Clear visualization of SMA threshold, safety levels, breakeven, and take‑profit
Adaptive threshold logic that adjusts depending on trend conditions
🎯 Core Logic
The strategy monitors how far price deviates from a short‑term SMA.
When the deviation crosses a user‑defined threshold, the script opens a base position.
If price continues to dip, the system deploys safety orders with:
scalable volume
scalable distance
precise rounding for compatibility with webhook automation
Once the position is built, the strategy manages exits using a fixed take‑profit target.
A breakeven reference line and auto‑cleanup logic help maintain clarity and prevent stale orders.
⚙️ Feature Overview
Dip‑based entry logic with bull/bear threshold switching
Safety orders with volume and step scaling
Take‑profit management
Breakeven visualization
Mini‑table showing real‑time position metrics
Clean chart overlays for easier interpretation
📝 Disclaimer
This script is intended for educational and analytical use.
It does not guarantee profits and should be tested thoroughly before being used in live trading.
Price_Deviation Oleg📘 Description
This script is an extended and customized version of the original work by the respected author fullmax.
I adapted the logic for my own trading needs and added several improvements, including lot‑precision rounding to prevent exchange errors when using webhook automation, as well as additional visualization elements for clarity.
🔧 Key Enhancements
Lot precision control (prevents invalid quantity errors on exchanges when using webhooks)
Base order labels for easier visual tracking
Mini‑table with live position metrics
Configurable date‑range window for backtesting
Dynamic safety‑order price calculation
Trailing take‑profit option
Improved visualization of thresholds, MA, and TP levels
🎯 How the Strategy Works
The script calculates a moving average and compares the current price deviation against user‑defined thresholds.
When the deviation condition is met, the strategy opens a base position and then manages it using safety orders that scale in both volume and distance.
After entering a position, the script manages exits using:
a fixed take‑profit target
or an optional trailing take‑profit
plus a breakeven reference line
and an auto‑close mechanism when the averaging cycle resets
All order quantities are rounded according to the selected lot precision to ensure compatibility with exchange requirements when sending webhook‑based orders.
⚙️ Features Overview
Deviation‑based entry logic
Safety orders with volume and step scaling
Configurable date window for testing
Trailing TP with adjustable distance
Breakeven visualization
Mini‑table showing quantity, USD value, open trades, PnL, and equity
Clean and intuitive chart visualization
📝 Disclaimer
This script is provided for educational purposes only.
It does not constitute financial advice and does not guarantee profits.
Always test strategies on historical data before using them in live trading.
Swing Failure Pattern Strategy Btc Only 5min🔍 Overview
The Swing Failure Pattern (SFP) Strategy is a pure price-action trading system designed to capture liquidity sweeps and market reversals around key swing highs and lows.
It is based on the concept that price often briefly breaks a swing level to trigger stop-losses, then reverses in the opposite direction.
This strategy trades only confirmed SFP setups, ensuring disciplined entries with clearly defined risk.
📈 Bullish SFP (Long Setup)
A Bullish Swing Failure Pattern forms when:
A valid swing low is created
Price wicks below the swing low
The candle closes back above the swing level
Confirmation occurs when price closes above the opposing high
➡️ Action: Enter LONG on the confirmation candle close
📉 Bearish SFP (Short Setup)
A Bearish Swing Failure Pattern forms when:
A valid swing high is created
Price wicks above the swing high
The candle closes back below the swing level
Confirmation occurs when price closes below the opposing low
➡️ Action: Enter SHORT on the confirmation candle close
🛑 Risk Management
Stop Loss
Long → Low of the SFP wick
Short → High of the SFP wick
Take Profit
Fixed Risk : Reward = 1 : 2
All SL and TP levels are fixed at entry (no repainting)
🔁 Trailing Take Profit (Optional)
Trailing TP can be enabled from settings
Trailing starts after 1R profit
Trail distance is R-based and fully adjustable
Works for both long and short trades
⏰ Time Filters
Optional No-Trade on Saturday & Sunday
Prevents new entries during weekends
Active trades continue to manage SL & TP normally
⚙️ Strategy Features
Price-action based (no indicators)
Confirmation-only entries
No repainting logic
Works on all markets and timeframes
Orders executed on candle close
🎯 Best Use Cases
Forex
Indices
Crypto
Futures
Best performance during London & New York sessions
⚠️ Disclaimer
This strategy is intended for educational and backtesting purposes only.
Always test and manage risk appropriately before live trading.
DkS Market Structure Breakout Strategy Crypto & ForexDkS Market Structure Breakout Strategy Crypto & Forex
🔍 Overview
DkSPro – Universal Market Analysis is a structure-based trading strategy designed for Crypto and Forex markets, focused on trend alignment, breakout confirmation, and volume validation.
This strategy is built to filter low-quality trades, avoid ranging conditions, and reduce false breakouts by requiring multiple layers of confirmation before any trade is executed.
It is intended for scalping and intraday trading, prioritizing consistency and risk control over trade frequency.
🧠 Strategy Logic (How It Works)
DkSPro follows a sequential decision process, not a single-indicator signal:
Trend Bias (EMA Structure)
A fast and slow EMA define the directional bias.
Long trades are only allowed during bullish EMA alignment.
Short trades are only allowed during bearish EMA alignment.
This prevents counter-trend and ranging-market entries.
Market Structure & Breakout Validation
The strategy identifies recent swing highs and lows.
Trades are triggered only after a confirmed breakout of structure, not during consolidation.
This avoids early entries and false momentum moves.
Volume Confirmation
Volume must exceed its moving average by a defined multiplier.
This ensures participation and filters out low-liquidity breakouts.
Volume thresholds adapt depending on the selected trading mode.
Momentum Confirmation (RSI)
RSI is used strictly as a momentum filter, not as a standalone signal.
It confirms that price movement aligns with the breakout direction.
Risk Management (Mandatory)
Every position includes a predefined Stop Loss and Take Profit.
Position sizing is based on a fixed percentage of equity, keeping risk per trade within sustainable limits.
All conditions must align simultaneously; otherwise, no trade is executed.
⚙️ Trading Modes
SAFE Mode
Stronger volume and RSI thresholds
Fewer trades, higher selectivity
Designed for risk control and consistency
AGGRESSIVE Mode
Slightly relaxed filters
Higher trade frequency during strong momentum
Intended for experienced users only
📊 Markets & Assets
This strategy has been actively used and tested on:
🟢 Crypto (Binance / Binance.US)
SOL-USDT
XRP-USDT
Other high-liquidity pairs (BTC, ETH)
Crypto mode benefits from stronger volume confirmation to adapt to higher volatility.
🔵 Forex
Major pairs such as EURUSD, GBPUSD, USDJPY
Optimized for liquid markets with lower relative volume
The same structural logic applies to both markets, with volume behavior naturally adapting to each asset class.
⏱ Recommended Timeframes
Crypto: 5m – 15m
Forex: 15m – 1H
Lower timeframes (1m) are not recommended due to noise and unreliable volume behavior.
🧪 Backtesting & Settings Transparency
Default strategy properties are intentionally conservative to reflect realistic conditions:
Initial capital: $20,000
Position size: 2% of equity
Commission: 0.08%
Slippage: 1 tick
Fixed Stop Loss and Take Profit on every trade
Backtests should be performed on sufficient historical data (ideally 6–12 months) to ensure a statistically meaningful sample size (100+ trades).
📈 Originality & Usefulness
DkSPro is not a simple indicator mashup.
Each component serves a specific role in a layered confirmation system:
EMAs define direction
Structure defines timing
Volume validates participation
RSI confirms momentum
Risk management controls exposure
Removing any layer significantly reduces signal quality. The strategy is designed as a complete decision framework, not a signal generator.
⚠️ Important Notes
This script is an analysis and execution tool, not financial advice.
Market conditions change, and no strategy performs well in all environments.
Users are encouraged to backtest, forward test, and adjust position sizing according to their own risk tolerance.
🧩 Version Notice
This publication represents a consolidated and refined version of an internal experimental script.
No parallel or duplicate versions are intended.
All future improvements will be released exclusively using TradingView’s Update feature.
🇪🇸 Descripción en Español (Resumen)
DkSPro es una estrategia basada en estructura de mercado, diseñada para Crypto y Forex, que combina tendencia, ruptura de estructura, volumen y control de riesgo.
Solo opera cuando todas las condiciones se alinean, evitando rangos, falsas rupturas y sobreoperar.
Ha sido utilizada en Binance con pares como SOL-USDT y XRP-USDT, así como en Forex, siempre con gestión de riesgo fija y condiciones realistas.
Smart Scalper Pro Template + VWAP
📌 Author
Garry Evans
Independent system developer focused on:
Risk-first automation
Market structure & liquidity behavior
Discipline, consistency, and capital preservation
“The edge isn’t the market — it’s the man who survives it.”
⚙️ Risk Management & Position Sizing
The script is built around capital protection, not signal frequency.
Risk logic includes:
Fixed or dynamic risk per trade
Market-adaptive position sizing
Session-based trade limits
Daily trade caps and auto-lockout protection
Volatility-aware sizing (futures & crypto)
⚠️ Profit is pursued only after risk is controlled.
📊 Track Record
Backtested across multiple market environments
Forward-tested and actively used by the author
Real-account trades are logged where platform rules allow
Results vary by market, timeframe, and user-defined risk settings.
🌍 Supported Markets
Designed to work across all liquid markets, including:
Stocks
Crypto (spot & futures)
Options (signal-based framework)
Futures (indices, metals, crypto futures)
The system adapts to volatility and structure — it is not market-specific.
⚖️ Leverage
Leverage is not required
If used, leverage is fully user-controlled
Risk logic scales exposure conservatively
No martingale.
No revenge sizing.
No over-exposure logic.
🧪 Backtesting
✔ Yes
Strategy logic has been backtested
Filters reduce chop, noise, and forced trades
Focus on drawdown control over curve-fitting
🛠 Support
✔ Yes
Direct author support
Ongoing improvements and updates
Feature refinement based on real usage and feedback
👥 Community
✔ Yes
Private user access
High-quality feedback environment
No public signal spam or hype-driven chat rooms
⏳ Trial Period
✔ Yes
Limited trial access available
Designed for evaluation only
Trial users do not receive full feature access
🚫 Who This Script Is NOT For
This system is not for:
Traders looking for guaranteed profits
Users expecting copy-paste “signal calls”
Over-leveraged gamblers
Those unwilling to follow risk rules
Anyone seeking overnight results
This is a discipline and automation tool, not a shortcut.
🧠 Final Positioning
This is not a signal service.
This is a risk-controlled execution framework designed to:
Enforce discipline
Reduce emotional trading
Protect capital during bad market conditions
Scale responsibly during favorable ones
Session Liquidity Sweep + Trend ConfirmationThis strategy aims to capture high-probability intraday trades by combining liquidity sweeps with a trend confirmation filter. It is designed for traders who want a systematic approach to trade breakouts during specific market sessions while controlling risk with ATR-based stops.
How it Works:
Session Filter: Trades are only considered during a defined session (default 9:30 - 11:00). This helps avoid low-volume periods that can lead to false signals.
Trend Confirmation: The strategy uses a 50-period EMA to identify the market trend. Long trades are only taken in an uptrend, and short trades in a downtrend.
Liquidity Sweep Detection:
A long entry occurs when price dips below the prior N-bar low but closes back above it, indicating a potential liquidity sweep that stops being triggered before the trend continues upward.
A short entry occurs when price spikes above the prior N-bar high but closes below it, signaling a potential sweep of stops before the downward trend resumes.
ATR-Based Risk Management:
Stop loss is calculated using the Average True Range (ATR) multiplied by a configurable factor (default 1.5).
Take profit is set based on a risk-reward ratio (default 2.5x).
Position Sizing: Default position size is 5% of equity per trade, making it suitable for risk-conscious trading.
Inputs:
Session Start/End (HHMM)
Liquidity Lookback Period (number of bars to define prior high/low)
ATR Length for stop calculation
ATR Stop Multiplier
Risk-Reward Ratio
EMA Trend Filter Length
Visuals:
Prior Liquidity High (red)
Prior Liquidity Low (green)
EMA Trend (blue)
Why Use This Strategy:
Captures stop-hunt moves often triggered by larger market participants.
Only trades with trend confirmation, reducing false signals.
Provides automatic ATR-based stop loss and take profit for consistent risk management.
Easy to adjust session time, ATR, EMA length, and risk-reward to suit your trading style.
Important Notes:
Assumes 0.05% commission and 1-pip slippage. Adjust according to your broker.
Not financial advice; intended for educational, backtesting, or paper trading purposes.
Always test strategies thoroughly before applying to live accounts.
Broadening Formation Reclaim Stats v1.0Description: Broadening Formation Reclaim Stats v1.0
Overview
The Broadening Formation Reclaim Stats is a technical analysis tool designed to track and quantify "reclaim" price action within expanding market structures (Broadening Formations). It focuses on scenarios in which price breaches a prior Swing High or Swing Low and subsequently rotates back into the range, often signaling a potential reversal toward the opposite side of the formation.
This indicator is built for traders who study price action rotations, "The Strat" (Rev 2-2 / Failed 2-Down/Up), and liquidity sweeps.
How It Works
The script utilizes a state-machine logic to track price movements relative to high and low pivots:
1. Structure Identification: It identifies recent Pivot Highs and Lows (Auto-Swing mode) or allows users to input specific price levels (Manual mode).
2. The Breach: It identifies when price breaks above the established high or below the established low, "locking" the structure for a potential reclaim.
3. The Reclaim: A signal is generated when price moves back inside the range using specific price action triggers:
Rev 2-2: A reversal pattern where price reverses the direction of the previous candle.
Failed 2-Down/Up: Price makes a new wick extreme but closes back within the previous candle's range and below its opening price.
4. Targets: The script considers a reclaim "Successful" if price reaches the opposite side of the broadening formation (the opposing pivot).
Key Features
Backtesting Dashboard: A real-time table displaying the total number of reclaims, global success rates, and a breakdown of Bullish vs. Bearish performance.
Flexible Lookbacks: Statistics can be calculated based on the entire chart history, "Today Only" (for day traders), or a specific number of bars.
Dual Mode Detection: Choose between **Auto Swing** detection (based on a user-defined pivot length) or **Manual** mode for specific levels.
Optimized Visuals: Uses the Pine Script Plot Engine for core levels to ensure price-scale stability and "Box Objects" for clear pivot visualization.
Settings
Swing Length: Adjust the sensitivity of the pivot detection.
BF Mode: Toggle between automatic pivot tracking or manual price entry.
Statistics Start Mode: Filter the data displayed in the table to focus on recent price action or historical performance.
UI Customization: Fully adjustable table position, size, and transparency.
Disclaimer
This indicator is for educational and research purposes only. It tracks historical price action patterns and does not constitute financial advice. Past performance (success rates) as displayed in the dashboard is not an indicator of future results.
Gann Octogram - Sacred Geometry Confluence Ver 1.0📐 Gann Octogram - Sacred Geometry Confluence Ver 1.0
Overview
Advanced Gann analysis tool combining W.D. Gann's Square of Nine principles with sacred geometry and multi-factor confluence signals. This indicator automatically detects swing highs/lows and projects octogram grids forward in time and price, identifying high-probability trading opportunities where multiple factors align.
Understanding Gann Octograms
W.D. Gann believed markets move in geometric patterns through time and price. The octogram (8-sided figure) represents the square of nine principle where:
Price divisions (1/8ths) create natural support/resistance
Time cycles mark potential reversal points
Diagonal angles show dynamic price-time relationships
Confluence zones where geometry aligns offer highest probability trades
This indicator makes these complex calculations automatic and visual.
Key Features
🎯 Intelligent Auto-Detection
Auto Gann Number Selection: Automatically chooses optimal Gann period (11, 22, 44, 88, 176) based on timeframe and data availability
Adaptive Half-Period Mode: Uses Gann/2 for faster swing detection while validating with full period
Smart Grid Projection: Projects octagrams near current price action for relevance
📊 Sacred Geometry Visualization
Octogram Grids: Complete octagonal geometry with inner square, angled square, and connecting lines
Gann Angles: 1×1 and 2×1 diagonal support/resistance angles
Time Cycles: Quarter, half, and three-quarter cycle markers
Price Levels: Automatic 1/8th division levels (0%, 12.5%, 25%, 37.5%, 50%, 62.5%, 75%, 87.5%, 100%)
⚡ Advanced Confluence System
Adjustable 4-Factor Confluence (Levels 0-4):
Price Level Touch: Precise detection of key support/resistance levels
Time Cycle Alignment: Major (25%, 50%, 75%) and minor (1/8th divisions) cycles
Octogram Geometry: Proximity to vertices and diagonal angles
Price Action: Bullish/bearish candle confirmation
Confluence Levels:
Level 0: Signals on price touch only (most signals)
Level 1: Minimum 1 factor required
Level 2: Minimum 2 factors (⭐ recommended - balanced)
Level 3: Minimum 3 factors (strict quality)
Level 4: All 4 factors required (highest quality, fewer signals)
🛡️ Signal Quality Controls
Max Signals Per Cell: Limit signals to 1-10 per grid cell
Cooldown Period: Minimum bars between consecutive signals
Cell Signal Tracking: Automatic reset when entering new time cells
Adjustable Tolerances: Fine-tune price and geometry sensitivity
How It Works
Swing Detection: Identifies significant market swings using pivot highs/lows
Grid Construction: Builds octogram grid from swing high to swing low
Multi-Grid Projection: Projects multiple cells forward (time) and vertically (price)
Confluence Analysis: Monitors all 4 factors continuously
Signal Generation: Fires BUY/SELL when confluence threshold is met
BUY Signals trigger when:
Price touches LOW zones (0%-50%)
At key time cycle points
Near octogram geometry
Bullish candle forms
SELL Signals trigger when:
Price touches HIGH zones (50%-100%)
At key time cycle points
Near octogram geometry
Bearish candle forms
Settings Guide
Structure Settings
Auto Gann Number: Enable for automatic period selection (recommended)
Manual Gann Number: 11, 22, 44, 88, or 176 bars
Use Half Period: Faster detection using Gann/2 lookback
Grid Stability: Adaptive (1/8th) / Strict (1/4th) / Relaxed (1/16th)
Signal Settings ⚙️
Confluence Level: 0-4 (start with 2)
Price Tolerance: 1-8% (default 3%)
Geometry Tolerance: 0.5-5% (default 2.5%)
Min Bars Between Signals: 1-20 (default 3)
Max Signals Per Cell: 1-10 (default 4-6)
Display Options
Toggle grid squares, octagrams, triangles, Gann angles
Customizable colors for all elements
Time cycle visualization
Swing high/low markers
Info panel with swing statistics
Best Practices
For Day Trading (5min-15min charts):
Confluence Level: 2
Auto Gann: ON
Grid Stability: Adaptive
Max Signals Per Cell: 4-6
For Swing Trading (1H-4H charts):
Confluence Level: 3
Auto Gann: ON
Grid Stability: Strict
Max Signals Per Cell: 2-4
For Position Trading (Daily charts):
Confluence Level: 3-4
Manual Gann: 88 or 176
Grid Stability: Strict
Max Signals Per Cell: 2-3
Alert Setup
Built-in alert conditions:
Gann Octogram Buy - Fires on BUY signal
Gann Octogram Sell - Fires on SELL signal
Configure alerts using TradingView's alert system to get notified when confluence zones trigger.
Backtesting Tips
Start with Confluence Level 2 (balanced approach)
Increase level to 3-4 if too many signals
Decrease to 1 if missing opportunities
Adjust tolerances based on asset volatility
Test different Gann numbers for your specific market
Credits & Theory
Based on W.D. Gann's principles:
Square of Nine
Time-Price Geometry
Sacred Geometry (Octograms)
Natural Market Cycles
Developed with modern Pine Script for reliability, efficiency, and user control.
Version History
Ver 1.0 - Initial Release
4-factor confluence system
Auto Gann number selection
Adjustable confluence levels (0-4)
Sacred geometry visualization
Signal quality controls
Support
For questions, suggestions, or issues:
Comment on this indicator
Check the code (open source)
Experiment with settings for your trading style
Happy Trading! 📈
Disclaimer
This indicator is for educational and informational purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always practice proper risk management and never risk more than you can afford to lose. Backtest thoroughly before live trading.
Manual Backtest Dashboard (100 Trades)Manual Backtest Dashboard (100 Trades) is a lightweight TradingView indicator designed to help traders manually record and evaluate their trading performance directly on the chart. This tool is built specifically for discretionary traders such as SMC, price action, scalping, and intraday traders who want to analyze their win rate and overall performance without relying on the Strategy Tester.
The indicator works by allowing users to input their trade results manually through the settings panel. Each trade is recorded using simple values: 1 for a winning trade, -1 for a losing trade, and 0 for an empty or uncounted trade. The dashboard automatically calculates the total number of trades entered, the number of wins and losses, and the win rate percentage in real time. Users do not need to fill all 100 trade slots, as only trades with non-zero values are included in the calculations.
This indicator does not place trades or generate buy and sell signals. Instead, it focuses purely on performance evaluation, making it ideal for subjective backtesting, forward testing, and manual trading journals. The dashboard is clean, lightweight, and does not clutter the price chart, ensuring a smooth and distraction-free trading experience. The script is stable, efficient, and does not repaint, making it a reliable tool for traders who want to track and improve their consistency over time.
Wick Analysis Chart [LTS]Wick Analysis Chart - Advanced Price Rejection Visualization
Overview
The Wick Analysis Chart is a specialized oscillator that measures and visualizes price rejection strength by analyzing candle wicks relative to their body sizes. Unlike traditional wick analysis that uses raw price differences, this indicator converts wick measurements into percentage ratios, making them comparable across different instruments, timeframes, and market conditions.
The indicator emphasizes significant price rejections by incorporating volume-weighted calculations with selectable scaling methods (linear, logarithmic, or square root), while filtering out noise through multiple customizable filters including ATR-based volatility filtering, wick size thresholds, and doji detection.
What Makes This Original
This indicator combines several unique analytical approaches not commonly found together:
Percentage-based wick ratios rather than absolute price measurements, enabling cross-instrument and cross-timeframe comparisons
Volume weighting applied BEFORE filtering to ensure high-volume rejections aren't excluded
Three distinct volume scaling methods (linear, logarithmic, square root) to accommodate different trading styles and prevent chart compression
Multi-layer filtering system combining ATR volatility thresholds, minimum wick size requirements, and doji detection
Intelligent plot ordering that ensures smaller wick components remain visible when displaying both upper and lower wicks simultaneously
Color-coded rejection direction showing bullish rejections (lower wick dominant) versus bearish rejections (upper wick dominant)
How It Works
Core Calculation
The indicator calculates wick-to-body ratios as percentages:
Total Wick % = (Upper Wick + Lower Wick) / Body Size × 100
Upper Wick % = Upper Wick / Body Size × 100
Lower Wick % = Lower Wick / Body Size × 100
A 200% total wick value means the combined wicks are twice the size of the candle body, indicating strong price rejection.
Volume Weighting
Volume weighting is applied to emphasize rejections that occur on significant volume. The indicator offers three scaling methods:
Linear Scaling: Direct volume multiplier (2x volume = 2x display value). Best for dramatic emphasis on volume spikes. Suitable for scalping and intraday trading where volume surges signal important levels.
Logarithmic Scaling: Diminishing returns on extreme volume using the formula: multiplier = 1 + log(volume ratio). A 10x volume spike produces only ~3.3x emphasis. Best for preventing chart compression while maintaining volume awareness. Ideal for swing trading and multi-timeframe analysis.
Square Root Scaling: Balanced approach using square root of volume ratio. A 4x volume spike produces 2x emphasis. Provides middle ground between linear and logarithmic. Suitable for most day trading applications.
Filtering System
Three independent filters work together to eliminate noise:
ATR Filter: Removes candles whose total range is below a specified percentage of the Average True Range. This filters out low-volatility consolidation periods, focusing analysis on meaningful price movements.
Wick Size Filter: Removes candles whose volume-weighted wick percentage is below the threshold. This ensures only significant rejections are displayed, even if the candle met the ATR requirement.
Doji Filter: Automatically filters candles where the body is smaller than the specified percentage of total range. Doji candles produce extreme wick ratios that can skew the chart scale.
Calculation Flow
1. Calculate base wick-to-body percentages
2. Apply volume weighting using selected scaling method
3. Check ATR filter (if enabled)
4. Check wick size filter using volume-weighted values (if enabled)
5. Check doji filter
6. Display final values if all filters pass
How To Use
Display Configuration
Total Wick Value: Shows combined upper and lower wick size. Color indicates rejection direction - green when lower wick dominates (buyers rejected downside), red when upper wick dominates (sellers rejected upside).
Upper Wick Value: Isolated upper wick measurement. Useful for identifying supply zones and resistance rejection.
Lower Wick Value: Isolated lower wick measurement. Useful for identifying demand zones and support rejection.
When both upper and lower wicks are displayed simultaneously, the indicator automatically plots them in size order so the smaller value remains visible.
Volume Weighting Setup
Enable volume weighting and select your preferred scaling method based on trading style:
Linear: Maximum emphasis on volume, accepts potential chart compression
Logarithmic: Minimal chart compression, subtle volume emphasis
Square Root: Balanced approach for most applications
Adjust Volume Average Length based on your timeframe (shorter for intraday, longer for swing trading).
Filter Configuration
ATR Filter: Start with 80% to focus on above-average volatility moves. Increase to 100%+ for only the most volatile candles, or decrease to 60-70% to include more data.
Wick Size Filter: Start with 50% to show wicks at least half the body size. Increase to 75-100% for only the most significant rejections, or decrease to 25% for more sensitivity.
Doji Threshold: Default 5% works well for most markets. Increase for markets with frequent small-bodied candles.
Reference Levels
100% Line (Equilibrium): Represents 1:1 wick-to-body ratio. Values above this line indicate wicks larger than the body.
Extreme Level: User-defined threshold for alerts. Default 500% means wicks are 5x the body size. Adjust based on your instrument and filter settings with volume weighting enabled.
Trading Applications
Identifying Key Levels: Large wick percentages with high volume often mark important support/resistance levels where significant orders absorbed price movement.
Trend Exhaustion: Increasing wick percentages at trend extremes, especially with declining volume weighting, can signal momentum loss.
Breakout Validation: Breakout candles with small wicks (low percentage values) suggest conviction, while large wicks suggest rejection and potential false breakouts.
Session Analysis: Compare wick percentages across different trading sessions to identify when the most significant rejections occur.
Mean Reversion Setups: Extreme wick percentages above your threshold level, particularly when colored green (bullish rejection) at support or red (bearish rejection) at resistance, can signal high-probability reversal zones.
Alerts
The indicator includes an alert condition that triggers when the total wick value exceeds the extreme level. Configure the extreme level based on your backtesting to match your instrument's characteristics and filter settings.
Settings Summary
Display Options
Show Total/Upper/Lower Wick Value: Toggle visibility
Color selections for bullish/bearish total wicks and upper/lower components
Volume Weighting
Apply Volume Weighting: Enable/disable volume emphasis
Volume Average Length: Period for volume SMA comparison (default: 20)
Volume Scaling Method: Linear/Logarithmic/Square Root
ATR Filter
Apply ATR Filter: Enable/disable volatility-based filtering
ATR Length: Period for ATR calculation (default: 14)
Filter Percent: Minimum candle range as % of ATR (default: 80%)
Wick Size Filter
Apply Wick Size Filter: Enable/disable wick size threshold
Minimum Wick %: Minimum volume-weighted wick percentage (default: 50%)
Advanced
Doji Threshold: Body size as % of range for doji detection (default: 5%)
Reference Levels
Show Reference Levels: Toggle horizontal reference lines
Extreme Level: Threshold for extreme wick values and alerts (default: 500%)
Multiple Daily Breakouts (Close Only)Pine Script strategy builds the high and low of the first four hours of the New York session (9:00 AM–1:00 PM ET), locks that range after the 1:00 PM candle closes, and then trades breakouts based strictly on candle closes (wicks ignored). The strategy allows multiple breakouts per day, entering long when price closes above the NY range and short when it closes below, with configurable position sizing and risk-reward targets; stops can be set at the opposite side of the range or dynamically calculated. It works both for historical backtesting in the Strategy Tester and for live trading/alerts, making it suitable for intraday markets on lower timeframes such as 5- to 15-minute charts.
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Volatility Breakout System [Fixed Risk]
This is a trend-following breakout strategy designed to capture volatility expansion while filtering out low-momentum "chop." It is built on the philosophy that significant price moves are often preceded by a breakout of volatility bands (Keltner Channels) accompanied by Volume and Trend Strength (ADX).
Strategy Logic:
Volatility Breakout: The primary trigger is a candle closing outside the Keltner Channels. This indicates price is moving faster than the average range.
Trend Filter: Trades are only taken in the direction of the 200 EMA.
Momentum Filter (ADX): The ADX filter ensures we only enter when the trend strength is above a specific threshold (Default: 20). This prevents the strategy from buying tops or selling bottoms in ranging markets.
Volume Confirmation: A breakout without volume is often a fake-out. This script requires volume to be higher than the moving average.
Risk Management (Automated):
Stop Loss: Based on ATR (Average True Range) to adapt to current market volatility.
Trailing Stop: Once the trade moves in favor, a trailing stop is activated to lock in profits.
Breakeven: If price moves X% in favor, the Stop Loss is automatically moved to the entry price to protect capital.
Cooldown: Includes a safety mechanism to prevent over-trading immediately after a signal.
Backtesting Notes:
This script is set up with use_bar_magnifier=true. For accurate results, use this on higher timeframes (1H, 4H) or ensure you have a Premium account for intrabar inspection.
Inputs:
You can toggle the "Compounding" feature to test fixed cash vs. % equity growth.
Webhooks are fully configurable for alert automation.
Evidenzia Data Specifica DinamicaSpecific Date Highlighter
Descrizione (Italiano)
Questo indicatore semplice ma estremamente efficace permette di evidenziare graficamente un'intera giornata specifica selezionata dall'utente. È lo strumento ideale per chi ha bisogno di analizzare il comportamento del prezzo durante eventi macroeconomici passati, date di earnings, o particolari sessioni storiche.
Caratteristiche principali:
Selettore Calendario Intuitivo: Grazie all'input di tipo time, puoi selezionare la data esatta tramite un calendario pop-up senza dover inserire manualmente numeri per giorno, mese e anno.
Compatibilità Multi-Timeframe: L'indicatore funziona su qualsiasi timeframe. Se sei su grafici intraday (1m, 5m, 1h), colorerà lo sfondo di tutte le candele appartenenti a quel giorno. Su grafici Daily, evidenzierà la singola candela selezionata.
Colore Personalizzabile: Puoi scegliere il colore dello sfondo e la sua opacità direttamente dalle impostazioni per adattarlo al tuo tema (Light o Dark).
Data Dinamica: Lo script è progettato per riconoscere automaticamente la data odierna come punto di partenza, facilitando l'analisi rapida dell'ultima sessione.
Casi d'uso:
Backtesting visivo: Evidenzia i giorni di rilascio dei dati CPI o decisioni FOMC per studiare la volatilità.
Journaling: Segna i giorni in cui hai effettuato trade importanti per ritrovarli facilmente nello storico.
Analisi Ciclica: Identifica rapidamente date specifiche in cui si sono verificati minimi o massimi storici.
Description (English)
This lightweight and effective tool allows you to highlight a specific full day on your chart. It is perfect for traders who need to visually isolate price action during macroeconomic events, earnings dates, or key historical sessions.
Key Features:
Calendar Picker: Easily select your target date using a built-in calendar input.
MTF Ready: Works seamlessly across all timeframes. On intraday charts, it highlights every bar within the 24-hour period. On daily charts, it highlights the specific daily candle.
Fully Customizable: Change the background color and transparency to match your chart layout.
Smart Default: The script is optimized to handle time logic correctly, ensuring the highlight starts exactly at 00:00 and ends at 23:59.
How to use: Go to settings, click on "Select Date", pick your day from the calendar, and the chart will instantly move the focus to that specific session.
FVG for Backtesting3-Candle Trend + FVG (15m) – v6
This indicator identifies three consecutive bullish or bearish candles on the 15-minute timeframe and highlights Fair Value Gaps (FVG) in the middle candle.
It displays:
Boxes marking the FVG zones
Labels showing “FVG”
Triangle signals for long (bullish) and short (bearish) setups
Fully compatible with Pine Script v6, it serves as a visual tool for spotting trend setups and potential trading opportunities.
Penny Stock Short Signal Pro# Penny Stock Short Signal Pro (PSSP) v1.0
## Complete User Guide & Documentation
---
# 📋 TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. (#introduction)
2. (#why-short-penny-stocks)
3. (#the-7-core-detection-systems)
4. (#installation--setup)
5. (#understanding-the-dashboard)
6. (#input-settings-deep-dive)
7. (#visual-elements-explained)
8. (#alert-configuration)
9. (#trading-strategies)
10. (#risk-management)
11. (#best-practices)
12. (#troubleshooting)
13. (#changelog)
---
# Introduction
**Penny Stock Short Signal Pro (PSSP)** is a comprehensive Pine Script v6 indicator specifically engineered for identifying high-probability short-selling opportunities on low-priced, high-volatility stocks. Unlike generic indicators that apply broad technical analysis, PSSP is purpose-built for the unique characteristics of penny stock price action—where parabolic moves, retail FOMO, and violent reversals create predictable patterns for prepared traders.
## Key Features
- **7 Independent Detection Systems** working in concert to identify exhaustion points
- **Composite Signal Engine** that requires multiple confirmations before triggering
- **Real-Time Dashboard** displaying all signal states and market metrics
- **Automatic Risk Management** with dynamic stop-loss and profit target calculations
- **Customizable Sensitivity** for different trading styles (scalping vs. swing)
- **Built-in Alert System** for all major signal types
## Who Is This For?
- **Active Day Traders** looking to capitalize on intraday reversals
- **Short Sellers** who specialize in penny stocks and small caps
- **Momentum Traders** who want to identify when momentum is exhausting
- **Risk-Conscious Traders** who need clear entry/exit levels
---
# Why Short Penny Stocks?
## The Penny Stock Lifecycle
Penny stocks follow a remarkably predictable lifecycle that creates shorting opportunities:
```
PHASE 1: ACCUMULATION
└── Low volume, tight range
└── Smart money quietly building positions
PHASE 2: MARKUP / PROMOTION
└── News catalyst or promotional campaign
└── Volume increases, price begins rising
└── Early momentum traders enter
PHASE 3: DISTRIBUTION (YOUR OPPORTUNITY)
└── Parabolic move attracts retail FOMO buyers
└── Smart money selling into strength
└── Volume climax signals exhaustion
└── ⚠️ PSSP SIGNALS FIRE HERE ⚠️
PHASE 4: DECLINE
└── Support breaks, panic selling
└── Price returns toward origin
└── Short sellers profit
```
## Why Shorts Work on Penny Stocks
1. **No Fundamental Support**: Most penny stocks have no earnings, revenue, or assets to justify elevated prices
2. **Promotional Nature**: Many rallies are driven by promoters who will eventually stop
3. **Retail Exhaustion**: Retail buying power is finite—when it's exhausted, gravity takes over
4. **Float Dynamics**: Low float stocks move fast in both directions
5. **Technical Levels Matter**: VWAP, round numbers, and prior highs become self-fulfilling resistance
---
# The 7 Core Detection Systems
PSSP employs seven independent detection algorithms. Each identifies a specific type of exhaustion or reversal signal. When multiple systems fire simultaneously, the probability of a successful short dramatically increases.
---
## 1. PARABOLIC EXHAUSTION DETECTOR
### What It Detects
Identifies when price has moved too far, too fast and is likely to reverse. This system looks for the classic "blow-off top" pattern common in penny stock runners.
### Technical Logic
```
Parabolic Signal = TRUE when:
├── Consecutive green candles ≥ threshold (default: 3)
├── AND price extension from VWAP ≥ threshold ATRs (default: 1.5)
└── OR shooting star / upper wick rejection pattern forms
```
### Visual Representation
```
╱╲ ← Shooting star / upper wick
╱ ╲ (Parabolic exhaustion)
╱
╱
╱
══════════════ VWAP
╱
╱
```
### Why It Works on Penny Stocks
Penny stocks are notorious for parabolic moves driven by retail FOMO. When everyone who wants to buy has bought, there's no one left to push prices higher. The shooting star pattern shows that sellers are already stepping in at higher prices.
### Key Settings
| Parameter | Default | Range | Description |
|-----------|---------|-------|-------------|
| Lookback Period | 10 | 3-30 | Bars to analyze for pattern |
| Extension Threshold | 1.5 ATR | 0.5-5.0 | How far above VWAP is "parabolic" |
| Consecutive Green Bars | 3 | 2-10 | Minimum green bars for exhaustion |
---
## 2. VWAP REJECTION SYSTEM
### What It Detects
Volume Weighted Average Price (VWAP) is the single most important level for institutional traders. This system identifies when price tests above VWAP and gets rejected back below—a powerful short signal.
### Technical Logic
```
VWAP Rejection = TRUE when:
├── Candle high pierces above VWAP
├── AND candle closes below VWAP
├── AND candle is bearish (close < open)
└── AND rejection distance is within sensitivity threshold
```
### Visual Representation
```
High ──→ ╱╲
╱ ╲
VWAP ════════╱════╲═══════════
Close ←── Rejection
```
### Extended VWAP Signals
The system also tracks VWAP standard deviation bands. Rejection from the upper band (2 standard deviations above VWAP) is an even stronger signal.
### Why It Works on Penny Stocks
- Algorithms and institutions use VWAP as their benchmark
- Failed attempts to reclaim VWAP often lead to waterfall selling
- VWAP acts as a "magnet" that price tends to revert toward
### Key Settings
| Parameter | Default | Range | Description |
|-----------|---------|-------|-------------|
| Rejection Sensitivity | 0.5 ATR | 0.1-2.0 | How close to VWAP for valid rejection |
| Show VWAP Line | True | - | Display VWAP on chart |
| Show VWAP Bands | True | - | Display standard deviation bands |
| Band Multiplier | 2.0 | 0.5-4.0 | Standard deviations for bands |
---
## 3. VOLUME CLIMAX DETECTOR
### What It Detects
Identifies "blow-off tops" where extreme volume accompanies a price spike. This often marks the exact top as it represents maximum retail participation—after which buying power is exhausted.
### Technical Logic
```
Volume Climax = TRUE when:
├── Current volume ≥ (Average volume × Climax Multiple)
├── AND one of:
│ ├── Selling into the high (upper wick > lower wick on green bar)
│ └── OR post-climax weakness (red bar following climax bar)
```
### Visual Representation
```
Price: ╱╲
╱ ╲
╱ ╲
╱ ╲
╱
Volume:
▂▃▅▇██▇▅▃▂▁
↑
Volume Climax (3x+ average)
```
### Why It Works on Penny Stocks
- Retail traders pile in at the top, creating volume spikes
- Market makers and smart money use this liquidity to exit
- Once the volume spike passes, there's no fuel left for higher prices
- The "smart money selling into dumb money buying" creates the top
### Key Settings
| Parameter | Default | Range | Description |
|-----------|---------|-------|-------------|
| Volume MA Length | 20 | 5-50 | Period for average volume calculation |
| Climax Volume Multiple | 3.0x | 1.5-10.0 | Multiple of average for "climax" |
| Show Volume Bars | True | - | Visual volume representation |
---
## 4. RSI DIVERGENCE ANALYZER
### What It Detects
Bearish divergence occurs when price makes higher highs but RSI (momentum) makes lower highs. This indicates that momentum is weakening even as price pushes higher—a warning of imminent reversal.
### Technical Logic
```
Bearish Divergence = TRUE when:
├── RSI is in overbought territory (> threshold)
├── AND RSI is declining (current < previous < prior)
└── Indicates momentum exhaustion before price catches up
```
### Visual Representation
```
Price: /\ /\
/ \ / \ ← Higher high
/ \/
/
/
RSI: /\
/ \ /\
/ \/ \ ← Lower high (DIVERGENCE)
/ \
════════════════════ Overbought (70)
```
### Why It Works on Penny Stocks
- Penny stocks often push to new highs on weaker and weaker momentum
- Divergence signals that fewer buyers are participating at each new high
- Eventually, the lack of buying pressure leads to collapse
### Key Settings
| Parameter | Default | Range | Description |
|-----------|---------|-------|-------------|
| RSI Length | 14 | 5-30 | Standard RSI calculation period |
| Overbought Level | 70 | 60-90 | RSI level considered overbought |
| Divergence Lookback | 14 | 5-30 | Bars to look back for swing highs |
---
## 5. KEY LEVEL REJECTION TRACKER
### What It Detects
Identifies rejections from significant price levels where shorts are likely to be concentrated: High of Day (HOD), premarket highs, and psychological levels (whole and half dollars).
### Technical Logic
```
Level Rejection = TRUE when:
├── Price touches key level (within 0.2% tolerance)
├── AND candle is bearish (close < open)
├── AND close is in lower portion of candle range
│
├── Key Levels Tracked:
│ ├── High of Day (HOD)
│ ├── Premarket High
│ └── Psychological levels ($1.00, $1.50, $2.00, etc.)
```
### Visual Representation
```
HOD ─────────────────────────────────
╱╲ ← Rejection
╱ ╲
╱ ╲
╱
─────────────────────────────────
PM High ─────────────────────────────
```
### Why It Works on Penny Stocks
- **HOD**: The high of day is where the most traders are trapped long. Failure to break HOD often triggers stop-loss cascades
- **Premarket High**: Represents overnight enthusiasm; failure to exceed often means the "news" is priced in
- **Psychological Levels**: Round numbers ($1, $2, $5) attract orders and act as natural resistance
### Key Settings
| Parameter | Default | Range | Description |
|-----------|---------|-------|-------------|
| Track HOD Rejection | True | - | Monitor high of day |
| Track Premarket High | True | - | Monitor premarket resistance |
| Track Psychological Levels | True | - | Monitor round numbers |
---
## 6. FAILED BREAKOUT DETECTOR
### What It Detects
Identifies "bull traps" where price breaks above resistance but immediately fails and closes back below. This traps breakout buyers and often leads to accelerated selling.
### Technical Logic
```
Failed Breakout = TRUE when:
├── Price breaks above recent high (lookback period)
├── AND one of:
│ ├── Same bar closes below the breakout level
│ └── OR following bars show consecutive red candles
```
### Visual Representation
```
╱╲
╱ ╲ ← False breakout
Recent High ══╱════╲════════════════
╱ ╲
╱ ╲
╱ ╲ ← Trapped longs panic sell
```
### Why It Works on Penny Stocks
- Breakout traders enter on the break, providing exit liquidity for smart money
- When the breakout fails, these traders become trapped and must exit
- Their forced selling accelerates the decline
- Penny stocks have thin order books, making failed breakouts especially violent
### Key Settings
| Parameter | Default | Range | Description |
|-----------|---------|-------|-------------|
| Breakout Lookback | 5 | 2-15 | Bars to define "recent high" |
| Confirmation Bars | 2 | 1-5 | Bars to confirm failure |
---
## 7. MOVING AVERAGE BREAKDOWN SYSTEM
### What It Detects
Monitors exponential moving averages (EMAs) for bearish crossovers and price rejections. EMA crosses often signal trend changes, while rejections from EMAs indicate resistance.
### Technical Logic
```
MA Breakdown = TRUE when:
├── Bearish EMA cross (fast crosses below slow)
└── OR EMA rejection (price tests EMA from below and fails)
```
### Visual Representation
```
╱╲ ← Rejection from EMA
╱ ╲
EMA 9 ═══════════╱════╲═══════════
╲
EMA 20 ═══════════════════╲════════
╲
Bearish cross ↓
```
### Why It Works on Penny Stocks
- EMAs smooth out the noise and show underlying trend direction
- When fast EMA crosses below slow EMA, it signals momentum shift
- Rejected attempts to reclaim EMAs show sellers are in control
### Key Settings
| Parameter | Default | Range | Description |
|-----------|---------|-------|-------------|
| Fast EMA | 9 | 3-20 | Short-term trend |
| Slow EMA | 20 | 10-50 | Medium-term trend |
| Show EMAs | True | - | Display on chart |
---
# Installation & Setup
## Step 1: Access Pine Editor
1. Open TradingView (tradingview.com)
2. Open any chart
3. Click "Pine Editor" at the bottom of the screen
## Step 2: Create New Indicator
1. Click "Open" → "New blank indicator"
2. Delete any existing code
3. Paste the entire PSSP code
## Step 3: Save and Add to Chart
1. Click "Save" (give it a name like "PSSP")
2. Click "Add to chart"
3. The indicator will appear with default settings
## Step 4: Configure Settings
1. Click the gear icon (⚙️) on the indicator
2. Adjust settings based on your trading style (see Settings section)
3. Click "OK" to apply
## Recommended Chart Setup
- **Timeframe**: 1-minute or 5-minute for scalping, 15-minute for swing shorts
- **Chart Type**: Candlestick
- **Extended Hours**: Enable if trading premarket/afterhours
- **Volume**: Can disable default volume since PSSP tracks it
---
# Understanding the Dashboard
The real-time dashboard provides at-a-glance status of all systems:
```
┌─────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ 📊 SHORT SIGNAL DASHBOARD │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ Signal Strength: 5/7 │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ ─── ACTIVE SIGNALS ─── │
│ │
│ Parabolic Exhaustion 🔴 2.1 ATR │
│ VWAP Rejection 🔴 Above │
│ Volume Climax 🔴 4.2x Avg │
│ RSI Divergence ⚪ RSI: 68 │
│ Level Rejection 🔴 @ HOD │
│ Failed Breakout 🔴 │
│ MA Breakdown ⚪ Bullish │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ ─── RISK LEVELS ─── │
│ Stop: $2.45 T1: $2.10 T2: $1.85 │
└─────────────────────────────────────────┘
```
## Dashboard Elements Explained
### Signal Strength Indicator
| Rating | Signals | Color | Interpretation |
|--------|---------|-------|----------------|
| STRONG | 5-7 | Red | High-confidence short opportunity |
| MODERATE | 3-4 | Orange | Decent setup, consider other factors |
| WEAK | 1-2 | Gray | Insufficient confirmation |
| NONE | 0 | Gray | No short signals active |
### Signal Status Icons
- 🔴 = Signal is ACTIVE (condition met)
- ⚪ = Signal is INACTIVE (condition not met)
### Contextual Metrics
Each signal row includes relevant metrics:
- **Parabolic**: Shows ATR extension from VWAP
- **VWAP**: Shows if price is Above/Below VWAP
- **Volume**: Shows current volume as multiple of average
- **RSI**: Shows current RSI value
- **Level**: Shows which level was touched (HOD, PM High, etc.)
- **MA**: Shows EMA relationship (Bullish/Bearish)
### Risk Levels
When a composite short signal fires:
- **Stop**: Suggested stop-loss level (high + ATR multiple)
- **T1**: First profit target (1:1 risk/reward)
- **T2**: Second profit target (user-defined R:R)
---
# Input Settings Deep Dive
## Group 1: Parabolic Exhaustion
| Setting | Default | Conservative | Aggressive | Description |
|---------|---------|--------------|------------|-------------|
| Enable | True | True | True | Turn system on/off |
| Lookback Period | 10 | 15 | 5 | Bars analyzed for pattern |
| Extension Threshold | 1.5 | 2.0 | 1.0 | ATRs above VWAP for "parabolic" |
| Consecutive Green Bars | 3 | 4 | 2 | Minimum green bars required |
**Tuning Tips:**
- Lower thresholds = more signals but more false positives
- Higher thresholds = fewer signals but higher quality
- For very volatile penny stocks, consider higher thresholds
## Group 2: VWAP Rejection
| Setting | Default | Conservative | Aggressive | Description |
|---------|---------|--------------|------------|-------------|
| Enable | True | True | True | Turn system on/off |
| Rejection Sensitivity | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.8 | ATR distance for valid rejection |
| Show VWAP Line | True | True | True | Display VWAP |
| Show VWAP Bands | True | True | True | Display deviation bands |
| Band Multiplier | 2.0 | 2.5 | 1.5 | Standard deviations for bands |
**Tuning Tips:**
- Tighter sensitivity (lower number) = must reject very close to VWAP
- Wider bands = less frequent upper band rejections but more significant
## Group 3: Volume Climax
| Setting | Default | Conservative | Aggressive | Description |
|---------|---------|--------------|------------|-------------|
| Enable | True | True | True | Turn system on/off |
| Volume MA Length | 20 | 30 | 10 | Baseline volume period |
| Climax Volume Multiple | 3.0 | 4.0 | 2.0 | Multiple for "climax" status |
| Show Volume Profile | True | True | True | Visual volume bars |
**Tuning Tips:**
- Higher multiple = only extreme volume spikes trigger
- Shorter MA = more responsive to recent volume changes
- For highly liquid stocks, consider higher multiples
## Group 4: Momentum Divergence
| Setting | Default | Conservative | Aggressive | Description |
|---------|---------|--------------|------------|-------------|
| Enable | True | True | True | Turn system on/off |
| RSI Length | 14 | 21 | 7 | RSI calculation period |
| Overbought Level | 70 | 75 | 65 | Threshold for "overbought" |
| Divergence Lookback | 14 | 20 | 10 | Bars for swing high detection |
**Tuning Tips:**
- Lower overbought threshold = more frequent signals
- Shorter RSI length = more responsive but noisier
## Group 5: Key Level Rejection
| Setting | Default | Description |
|---------|---------|-------------|
| Enable | True | Master toggle for level system |
| Track Premarket High | True | Monitor premarket resistance |
| Track HOD Rejection | True | Monitor high of day |
| Track Psychological Levels | True | Monitor round numbers |
**Tuning Tips:**
- Disable premarket tracking if stock doesn't have significant premarket activity
- Psychological levels work best on stocks under $10
## Group 6: Failed Follow-Through
| Setting | Default | Conservative | Aggressive | Description |
|---------|---------|--------------|------------|-------------|
| Enable | True | True | True | Turn system on/off |
| Breakout Lookback | 5 | 8 | 3 | Bars defining "recent high" |
| Confirmation Bars | 2 | 3 | 1 | Bars to confirm failure |
**Tuning Tips:**
- Shorter lookback = more breakouts detected but smaller significance
- More confirmation bars = higher confidence but later entry
## Group 7: Moving Average Signals
| Setting | Default | Conservative | Aggressive | Description |
|---------|---------|--------------|------------|-------------|
| Enable | True | True | True | Turn system on/off |
| Fast EMA | 9 | 12 | 5 | Short-term trend |
| Slow EMA | 20 | 26 | 13 | Medium-term trend |
| Show EMAs | True | True | True | Display on chart |
**Tuning Tips:**
- Standard 9/20 works well for most penny stocks
- Faster EMAs (5/13) for scalping, slower (12/26) for swing trading
## Group 8: Composite Signal
| Setting | Default | Conservative | Aggressive | Description |
|---------|---------|--------------|------------|-------------|
| Minimum Signals | 3 | 4-5 | 2 | Signals needed for trigger |
| Show Dashboard | True | True | True | Display signal table |
| Dashboard Position | top_right | - | - | Screen location |
**Tuning Tips:**
- **Minimum Signals is the most important setting**
- Higher minimum = fewer trades but higher win rate
- Lower minimum = more trades but more false signals
## Group 9: Risk Management
| Setting | Default | Conservative | Aggressive | Description |
|---------|---------|--------------|------------|-------------|
| Show Stop Levels | True | True | True | Display stop loss |
| Stop ATR Multiple | 1.5 | 2.0 | 1.0 | Stop distance in ATRs |
| Show Targets | True | True | True | Display profit targets |
| Target R:R | 2.0 | 1.5 | 3.0 | Risk:Reward for Target 2 |
**Tuning Tips:**
- Tighter stops (lower ATR multiple) = less risk but more stop-outs
- Higher R:R targets = bigger winners but fewer targets hit
## Group 10: Visual Settings
| Setting | Default | Description |
|---------|---------|-------------|
| Bullish Color | Green | Color for bullish elements |
| Bearish Color | Red | Color for bearish/short signals |
| Warning Color | Orange | Color for caution signals |
| Neutral Color | Gray | Color for inactive elements |
---
# Visual Elements Explained
## Chart Overlays
### VWAP Line (Blue)
- **Solid blue line** = Volume Weighted Average Price
- Price above VWAP = bullish bias
- Price below VWAP = bearish bias
- **Use**: Short when price rejects from above VWAP
### VWAP Bands (Purple circles)
- Upper band = 2 standard deviations above VWAP
- Lower band = 2 standard deviations below VWAP
- **Use**: Extreme extension to upper band signals potential reversal
### EMAs (Orange and Red)
- **Orange line** = Fast EMA (9-period default)
- **Red line** = Slow EMA (20-period default)
- **Use**: Bearish cross or price rejection from EMAs confirms short
### HOD Line (Red, dashed)
- Shows the current day's high
- **Use**: Rejection from HOD is a key short signal
### Premarket High (Orange, dashed)
- Shows premarket session high
- **Use**: Failure to break PM high often signals weakness
## Signal Markers
### Individual Signal Markers (Small)
| Shape | Color | Signal |
|-------|-------|--------|
| ▼ Triangle | Purple | Parabolic Exhaustion |
| ✕ X-Cross | Blue | VWAP Rejection |
| ◆ Diamond | Yellow | Volume Climax |
| ● Circle | Orange | RSI Divergence |
| ■ Square | Red | Failed Breakout |
### Composite Short Signal (Large)
- **Large red triangle** with "SHORT" text
- Only appears when minimum signal threshold is met
- This is your primary trading signal
## Risk Level Lines
### Stop Loss (Red line)
- Calculated as: Entry + (ATR × Stop Multiple)
- Represents maximum acceptable loss
- **RESPECT THIS LEVEL**
### Target 1 (Light green line)
- First profit target at 1:1 risk/reward
- Consider taking partial profits here
### Target 2 (Dark green line)
- Second profit target at user-defined R:R
- Let winners run to this level
## Background Coloring
### Light Red Background
- Appears when composite short signal is active
- Indicates you should be looking for shorts, not longs
### Light Purple Background
- Appears during extreme parabolic extension
- Warning of potential imminent reversal
---
# Alert Configuration
## Available Alerts
### 1. Composite Short Signal
**Best for**: Primary trading signal
```
Condition: Composite short signal fires
Message: "PSSP: Short Signal Triggered - {ticker} at {close}"
```
### 2. Parabolic Exhaustion
**Best for**: Early warning of potential top
```
Condition: Parabolic exhaustion detected
Message: "PSSP: Parabolic exhaustion detected on {ticker}"
```
### 3. Volume Climax
**Best for**: Blow-off top identification
```
Condition: Volume climax occurs
Message: "PSSP: Volume climax / blow-off top on {ticker}"
```
### 4. Strong Short Setup (5+ Signals)
**Best for**: High-confidence opportunities only
```
Condition: 5 or more signals active
Message: "PSSP: STRONG short setup on {ticker}"
```
### 5. Very Strong Short Setup (6+ Signals)
**Best for**: Maximum confidence trades
```
Condition: 6 or more signals active
Message: "PSSP: VERY STRONG short setup on {ticker}"
```
### 6. Failed Breakout
**Best for**: Bull trap identification
```
Condition: Failed breakout detected
Message: "PSSP: Failed breakout detected on {ticker}"
```
### 7. Key Level Rejection
**Best for**: Resistance level plays
```
Condition: Key level rejection occurs
Message: "PSSP: Key level rejection on {ticker}"
```
## Setting Up Alerts in TradingView
1. Right-click on the chart
2. Select "Add Alert"
3. Set Condition to "Penny Stock Short Signal Pro"
4. Choose your desired alert condition
5. Configure notification method (popup, email, webhook, etc.)
6. Set expiration (or "Open-ended" for permanent)
7. Click "Create"
## Alert Strategy Recommendations
### For Active Day Traders
- Enable: Composite Short Signal, Volume Climax
- Set to: Popup + Sound
- Check frequently during market hours
### For Swing Traders
- Enable: Strong Short Setup (5+), Very Strong Short Setup (6+)
- Set to: Email + Mobile Push
- Review at key times (open, lunch, close)
### For Part-Time Traders
- Enable: Very Strong Short Setup (6+) only
- Set to: Email + SMS
- Only trade highest-conviction setups
---
# Trading Strategies
## Strategy 1: The Parabolic Fade
**Setup Requirements:**
- Parabolic Exhaustion signal ACTIVE
- Extension from VWAP ≥ 2.0 ATR
- Volume climax or declining volume on push
**Entry:**
- Short on first red candle after signal
- Or short on break below prior candle's low
**Stop Loss:**
- Above the high of the parabolic move
- Maximum: 1.5 ATR above entry
**Targets:**
- T1: VWAP (take 50% off)
- T2: Lower VWAP band or LOD
**Best Time:** 9:30-10:30 AM (morning runners)
---
## Strategy 2: VWAP Rejection Short
**Setup Requirements:**
- VWAP Rejection signal ACTIVE
- Price came from below VWAP
- Rejection candle has significant upper wick
**Entry:**
- Short on close below VWAP
- Or short on break below rejection candle low
**Stop Loss:**
- Above VWAP + 0.5 ATR
- Or above rejection candle high
**Targets:**
- T1: Lower VWAP band
- T2: Prior support or LOD
**Best Time:** Midday (11:00 AM - 2:00 PM)
---
## Strategy 3: HOD Failure Short
**Setup Requirements:**
- Level Rejection signal ACTIVE (HOD)
- Multiple tests of HOD without breakthrough
- Volume declining on each test
**Entry:**
- Short on confirmed HOD rejection
- Wait for close below the rejection candle
**Stop Loss:**
- Above HOD + 0.25 ATR (tight)
- Clear invalidation if HOD breaks
**Targets:**
- T1: VWAP
- T2: Morning support levels
**Best Time:** 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
---
## Strategy 4: Volume Climax Fade
**Setup Requirements:**
- Volume Climax signal ACTIVE
- Volume ≥ 3x average on green candle
- Followed by bearish candle or upper wick
**Entry:**
- Short on first red candle after climax
- Or short on break below climax candle low
**Stop Loss:**
- Above climax candle high
- Give room for volatility spike
**Targets:**
- T1: 50% retracement of the run
- T2: VWAP or start of the run
**Best Time:** First hour of trading
---
## Strategy 5: The Full Composite (High Conviction)
**Setup Requirements:**
- Composite Short signal ACTIVE
- Minimum 4-5 individual signals
- Clear visual of signal markers clustering
**Entry:**
- Short immediately on composite signal
- Use market order for fast-moving stocks
**Stop Loss:**
- Use indicator's automatic stop level
- Do not deviate from system
**Targets:**
- T1: Indicator's T1 level (1:1)
- T2: Indicator's T2 level (2:1)
**Best Time:** Any time with sufficient signals
---
# Risk Management
## Position Sizing Formula
```
Position Size = (Account Risk %) / (Stop Loss %)
Example:
- Account: $25,000
- Risk per trade: 1% = $250
- Entry: $2.00
- Stop: $2.20 (10% stop)
- Position Size: $250 / 10% = $2,500 worth
- Shares: $2,500 / $2.00 = 1,250 shares
```
## Risk Rules
### The 1% Rule
Never risk more than 1% of your account on any single trade. For a $25,000 account, max risk = $250.
### The 2x Stop Rule
If your stop gets hit twice on the same stock, stop trading it for the day. The pattern isn't working.
### The Daily Loss Limit
Set a maximum daily loss (e.g., 3% of account). Stop trading if hit.
### The Size-Down Rule
After a losing trade, reduce your next position size by 50%. Rebuild after a winner.
## Short-Specific Risks
### The Short Squeeze
- Penny stocks can squeeze violently
- ALWAYS use stops
- Never "hope" a position comes back
- Size appropriately for volatility
### The Hard-to-Borrow
- Check borrow availability before trading
- High borrow fees eat into profits
- Some stocks become HTB mid-trade
### The Halt Risk
- Penny stocks can halt on volatility
- Position size for worst-case halt against you
- Halts can open significantly higher
---
# Best Practices
## DO's
✅ **Wait for multiple signals** - Single signals have lower accuracy
✅ **Trade with the trend** - Short when daily trend is down
✅ **Use the dashboard** - Check signal count before entering
✅ **Respect stops** - The indicator calculates them for a reason
✅ **Size appropriately** - Penny stocks are volatile; position small
✅ **Trade liquid stocks** - Volume ≥ 500K daily average
✅ **Know the catalyst** - Understand why the stock is moving
✅ **Take partial profits** - Secure gains at T1
✅ **Journal your trades** - Track what works and what doesn't
✅ **Time your entries** - Best shorts often come 10:30-11:30 AM
## DON'Ts
❌ **Don't short strong stocks** - If it won't go down, don't force it
❌ **Don't fight the tape** - A stock going up can keep going up
❌ **Don't average up on losers** - Adding to losing shorts is dangerous
❌ **Don't ignore the dashboard** - It exists to help you
❌ **Don't overtrade** - Quality over quantity
❌ **Don't short into news** - Wait for the reaction first
❌ **Don't trade the first 5 minutes** - Too chaotic for reliable signals
❌ **Don't hold overnight** - Penny stock gaps can destroy accounts
❌ **Don't trade without stops** - Ever.
❌ **Don't trade on tilt** - After losses, take a break
## Optimal Trading Windows
| Time (ET) | Quality | Notes |
|-----------|---------|-------|
| 9:30-9:35 | ⭐ | Too volatile, avoid |
| 9:35-10:30 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Best shorts, morning runners exhaust |
| 10:30-11:30 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Secondary exhaustion, HOD rejections |
| 11:30-2:00 | ⭐⭐ | Midday lull, lower quality |
| 2:00-3:00 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Afternoon setups develop |
| 3:00-3:30 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | End of day momentum |
| 3:30-4:00 | ⭐⭐ | Closing volatility, risky |
---
# Troubleshooting
## Common Issues
### "Signals aren't appearing"
- Check that the relevant system is enabled in settings
- Ensure minimum signals threshold isn't too high
- Verify the stock has sufficient volume for calculations
### "Too many false signals"
- Increase minimum signals threshold
- Use more conservative settings (see Settings section)
- Focus on stocks with cleaner price action
### "Dashboard not showing"
- Ensure "Show Signal Dashboard" is enabled
- Check that your chart has enough space
- Try a different dashboard position
### "VWAP line is missing"
- VWAP requires intraday timeframes (1m, 5m, 15m, etc.)
- VWAP resets daily; won't show on daily+ charts
- Ensure "Show VWAP Line" is enabled
### "Stop loss seems too tight/wide"
- Adjust Stop ATR Multiple in Risk Management settings
- Lower multiple = tighter stop
- Higher multiple = wider stop
### "Alerts not triggering"
- Verify alert is set to the correct indicator
- Check that alert hasn't expired
- Ensure notification settings are configured in TradingView
## Performance Optimization
If the indicator is slow:
1. Reduce the number of visual elements shown
2. Disable unused signal systems
3. Use on fewer simultaneous charts
4. Close unused browser tabs
---
# Changelog
## Version 1.0 (Initial Release)
- 7 core detection systems implemented
- Real-time signal dashboard
- Automatic risk management calculations
- 7 alert conditions
- Full visual overlay system
- Comprehensive input settings
## Planned Features (Future Updates)
- Scanner integration for multi-stock screening
- Machine learning signal weighting
- Backtesting statistics panel
- Volume profile analysis
- Level 2 data integration (if available)
- Custom timeframe VWAP options
---
# Support & Feedback
## Reporting Issues
When reporting issues, please include:
1. TradingView username
2. Stock symbol and timeframe
3. Screenshot of the issue
4. Your indicator settings
5. Steps to reproduce
## Feature Requests
We welcome suggestions for improving PSSP. Consider:
- What specific pattern are you trying to catch?
- How would this help your trading?
- Any reference examples?
---
# Disclaimer
**IMPORTANT: This indicator is for educational and informational purposes only.**
- Past performance does not guarantee future results
- Short selling carries unlimited risk potential
- Always use proper position sizing and stop losses
- Paper trade before using real capital
- The creator assumes no liability for trading losses
- Consult a financial advisor before trading
**Trade at your own risk.**
---
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Scalp Precision Matrix [BullByte]SCALP PRECISION MATRIX (SPM)
OVERVIEW
Scalp Precision Matrix (SPM) is a comprehensive decision-support framework designed specifically for scalpers and short-term traders. This indicator synthesizes five distinct analytical layers into a unified system that helps identify high-quality setups while avoiding common pitfalls that trap traders.
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THE CORE PROBLEM THIS INDICATOR ADDRESSES
Scalping demands rapid decision-making while simultaneously processing multiple data points. Traders constantly ask themselves: Is momentum still alive? Am I entering near a potential reversal zone? Is this the right session to trade? What is my actual risk-to-reward? Most traders either overwhelm themselves with too many separate indicators (creating analysis paralysis) or use too few (missing crucial context).
SPM was developed to consolidate these essential checks into one cohesive framework. Rather than overlaying disconnected indicators, each component in SPM directly informs and adjusts the others, creating an integrated analytical system.
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WHY THESE SPECIFIC COMPONENTS AND HOW THEY WORK TOGETHER
The five analytical layers in SPM are not arbitrarily combined. Each addresses a specific question in the scalping decision process, and together they form a logical workflow:
LAYER 1: MOMENTUM FUEL GAUGE
This answers the question: "Does the current move still have energy?"
After any impulse move (a significant directional price movement), momentum naturally decays over time. The Fuel Gauge estimates remaining momentum by analyzing four factors:
Body Strength (30% weight): Compares recent candle body sizes against the historical average. Strong momentum produces candles with large bodies relative to their wicks. The calculation takes the 3-bar average body size divided by the 20-bar average body size, then scales it to a 0-100 range.
Wick Rejection (25% weight): Measures the wick-to-body ratio. When wicks are large relative to bodies, it suggests rejection and weakening momentum. A ratio of 2.0 or higher (wicks twice the body size) scores low; smaller ratios score higher.
Volume Consistency (20% weight): Compares recent 3-bar average volume against the lookback period average. Sustained moves require consistent volume support. Volume dropping off suggests the move may be losing participation.
Time Decay (25% weight): Tracks how many bars have passed since the last detected impulse. Momentum naturally fades over time. The typical impulse duration is adjusted based on the current volatility regime.
These components are weighted and combined, then smoothed with a 3-period EMA to reduce noise. The result is a 0-100% gauge where:
- Above 70% = Strong momentum (green)
- 40-70% = Moderate momentum (amber)
- Below 40% = Weak momentum (red)
- Below 20% = Exhausted (triggers EXIT warning)
The Fuel Gauge also estimates how many bars of momentum remain based on the current burn rate.
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER : The Fuel Gauge is NOT order flow, volume profile, or depth of market data. It is a technical proxy calculated entirely from standard OHLCV (Open, High, Low, Close, Volume) data. The term "Fuel" is used metaphorically to represent estimated remaining momentum energy.
LAYER 2: TRAP ZONE DETECTION
This answers the question: "Am I walking into a potential reversal area?"
Price tends to reverse at levels where it has reversed before. SPM identifies these zones by detecting clusters of historical swing points:
How it works:
1. The indicator detects swing highs and swing lows using the Swing Detection Length setting (default 5 bars on each side required to confirm a pivot).
2. Recent swing points are stored (up to 10 of each type).
3. For each potential zone, the algorithm counts how many swing points cluster within a tolerance of 0.5 ATR.
4. Zones with 2 or more clustered swing points, positioned between 0.3 and 4.0 ATR from current price, are marked as Trap Zones.
5. A Confluence Score is calculated based on cluster density and proximity to current price.
The percentage displayed (e.g., "TRAP 85%") is a CONFLUENCE SCORE, not a probability. Higher percentages mean more swing points cluster at that level and price is closer to it. This indicates stronger historical significance, not a prediction of future reversal.
CRITICAL DISCLAIMER : Trap Zones are NOT institutional order flow, liquidity pools, smart money footprints, or any proprietary data feed. They are calculated purely from historical swing point clustering using standard technical analysis. The term "trap" describes how price action has historically reversed at these levels, potentially trapping traders who enter prematurely. This is pattern recognition, not market structure data.
LAYER 3: VELOCITY ANALYSIS
This answers the question: "Is price moving favorably right now?"
Velocity measures how fast price is currently moving compared to its recent average:
Calculation:
- Current velocity = Absolute price change from previous bar divided by ATR
- Average velocity = Simple moving average of velocity over the lookback period
- Velocity ratio = Current velocity divided by average velocity
Classification:
- FAST (ratio above 1.5 ): Price is moving significantly faster than normal. Good for momentum continuation plays.
- NORMAL (ratio 0.5 to 1.5) : Typical price movement speed.
- SLOW (ratio below 0.5 ): Price is moving sluggishly. Often indicates ranging or choppy conditions where scalping becomes difficult.
The velocity score contributes 18% to the overall quality score calculation.
LAYER 4: SESSION AWARENESS
This answers the question: "Is this a good time to trade?"
Different trading sessions have different characteristics. SPM automatically detects which major session is active and adjusts its quality assessment:
Session Times (all in UTC):
- A sia Session : 00:00 - 08:00 UTC
- London Session : 08:00 - 16:00 UTC
- New York Session : 13:00 - 21:00 UTC
- London/NY Overlap : 13:00 - 16:00 UTC
- Off-Peak : Outside major sessions
Session Quality Weighting:
- Overlap : 100 points (highest liquidity, best movement)
- London : 85 points
- New York : 80 points
- Asia : 50 points (tends to range more)
- Off-Peak : 30 points (lower liquidity, more false signals)
The session score contributes 17% to the overall quality calculation. Signals are also filtered to prevent firing during off-peak hours.
Note : These are fixed UTC times and may not perfectly match your broker's session boundaries. Use them as general guidance rather than precise timing.
LAYER 5: VOLATILITY REGIME ADAPTATION
This answers the question: "How should I adjust for current market conditions?"
SPM compares current volatility (14-period ATR) against historical volatility (50-period ATR) to categorize the market:
HIGH Volatility (ratio above 1.3): Current ATR is 30%+ above normal. SPM widens thresholds to filter noise and extends target projections.
NORMAL Volatility (ratio 0.7 to 1.3): Typical conditions. Standard parameters apply.
LOW Volatility (ratio below 0.7): Current ATR is 30%+ below normal. SPM tightens thresholds for sensitivity and reduces target expectations. The market state may show AVOID during prolonged low volatility.
This adaptation prevents false signals during erratic markets and missed signals during quiet markets.
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THE SYNERGY: WHY THIS COMBINATION MATTERS
These five layers are not independent indicators placed on one chart. They form an interconnected system:
- A signal only fires when momentum exists (Fuel above 40%), price is away from danger zones (Trap Zones factored into quality score), movement is favorable (Velocity contributes to score), timing is appropriate (Session is not off-peak), and volatility is accounted for (thresholds adapt to regime).
- The Trap Zones directly influence Entry Zone placement. Entry zones are positioned beyond trap zones to avoid getting caught in reversals.
- Target projections automatically adjust to avoid placing take-profit levels inside detected trap zones.
- The Fuel Gauge affects which signal tier fires. Insufficient fuel prevents all signals.
- Session quality is weighted into the overall score, reducing signal quality during less favorable trading hours.
This integration is the core originality of SPM. Each component makes the others more useful than they would be in isolation.
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HOW THE QUALITY SCORE IS CALCULATED
The Quality Score (0-100) synthesizes all layers into a single number for each direction (long and short):
For Long Quality Score:
- Fuel Component (28% weight) : Full fuel value if impulse direction is bullish; 60% of fuel value otherwise
- Trap Avoidance (22% weight) : 75 points if no trap zone below; otherwise 100 minus the trap confluence score (minimum 20)
- Velocity Component (18% weight) : Direct velocity score
- Session Component (17% weight) : Current session quality score
- Trend Alignment (15% bonus) : Adds 12 points if price is above the 20-period SMA
For Short Quality Score:
- Same structure but reversed (bearish impulse direction, trap zone above, price below SMA)
The direction with the higher score becomes the current Bias. A 12-point difference is required to switch bias, preventing flip-flopping in neutral conditions.
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SIGNAL TYPES AND WHAT THEY MEAN
SPM generates four types of signals, each with specific visual representation:
PRIME SIGNALS (Cyan Diamond)
These represent the highest quality confluence. Requirements:
- Quality score crosses above the Prime threshold (default 80)
- Bias aligns with signal direction
- Fuel is sufficient (above 40%)
- Session is active (not off-peak)
- Cooldown period has passed
Prime signals appear as cyan-colored diamond shapes. Long signals appear below the bar; short signals appear above.
STANDARD SIGNALS (Green Triangle Up / Red Triangle Down)
These represent good quality setups. Requirements:
- Quality score crosses above the Standard threshold (default 75) but below Prime
- Same bias, fuel, and cooldown requirements as Prime
Standard signals appear as small triangles in green (long) or red (short).
CAUTION SIGNALS (Small Faded Circle)
These represent minimum threshold setups. Requirements:
- Quality score crosses above the Caution threshold (default 65) but below Standard
- Same additional requirements
Caution signals appear as small, faded circles. These suggest the setup exists but with weaker confluence. Consider these only when broader market context supports them, or skip them entirely during uncertain conditions.
EXHAUSTION SIGNAL (Purple X with "EXIT" text)
This warning appears when the Fuel Gauge drops below 20% from above, indicating momentum has depleted. This is not a trade signal but a warning to:
- Consider exiting existing positions
- Avoid entering new trades in the current direction
- Wait for new momentum to develop
All signals use CONFIRMED bar data only (referencing the previous closed bar) to prevent repainting. Once a signal appears, it will never disappear or change position on historical bars.
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READING THE CHART ELEMENTS
TRAP ZONES (Red Dashed Box with "TRAP XX%" Label)
These mark price levels where multiple historical swing points cluster. The red dashed box shows the zone boundaries. The percentage is the confluence score indicating cluster strength and proximity.
How to use: When price approaches a trap zone, be cautious about entering in that direction. If your bias is LONG and there's a strong trap zone above, consider taking partial profits before price reaches it or adjusting your target below it.
ENTRY ZONES (Green Solid Box with "ENTRY" Label)
These show suggested entry areas based on the current bias direction. For LONG bias, the entry zone appears below the trap zone (buying the dip beyond support). For SHORT bias, it appears above the trap zone (selling the rally beyond resistance).
How to use: Rather than entering at current price, consider placing limit orders within the entry zone. This positions you beyond where typical trap reversals occur.
TARGET ZONES (Blue Dotted Box with "TARGET" Label)
These project potential take-profit areas based on ATR multiples, adjusted for:
- Current volatility regime (wider in high volatility, tighter in low)
- Impulse direction (larger targets when aligned with impulse)
- Nearby trap zones (targets adjust to avoid placing TP inside trap zones)
How to use: These are suggestions, not guarantees. Consider taking partial profits before the target or using trailing stops once price moves favorably.
STOP LEVEL (Orange Dashed Line with "STOP" Label)
This shows suggested stop-loss placement, calculated as 0.8 ATR beyond the trap zone (or 2.0 ATR from current price if no trap zone exists).
How to use: This provides a reference for risk calculation. The dashboard R:R ratio is calculated using this stop level.
Chart Example: Scalp Precision Matrix displays real-time market analysis through dynamic zones and quality scores. ENTRY/TARGET/STOP zones show potential price levels based on current market structure - they appear continuously as reference points, NOT as trade instructions. Actual trade signals (diamonds, triangles, circles) fire only when multiple conditions align: quality score thresholds are crossed, fuel gauge is sufficient, session is active, and cooldown period has passed. The zones help you understand market context; the signals tell you when to act.
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UNDERSTANDING THE DASHBOARD (Top Right Panel)
The main dashboard provides comprehensive market context:
Row 1 - Header:
- "SPM " : Indicator name
- Market State : Current overall condition
Market States Explained:
- PRIME : Excellent conditions. Quality score meets prime threshold, session is active. Best opportunities.
- READY : Good conditions. Quality score meets standard threshold. Solid setups available.
- WAIT : Mixed conditions. Some factors favorable, others not. Patience recommended.
- AVOID : Poor conditions. Off-peak session or very low volatility. High risk of false signals.
- EXIT : Fuel exhausted. Momentum depleted. Consider closing positions or waiting.
Row 2-3 - Quality Bars:
- " UP ########## " : Visual meter for long quality (each # = 10 points, . = empty)
- " DN ########## " : Visual meter for short quality
- The number on the right shows the exact quality score
Row 4 - Bias:
- Shows current directional lean: LONG, SHORT, or NEUTRAL
- Color-coded: Green for long, red for short, gray for neutral
Rows 5-7 (Full Mode Only) - Trade Levels:
- Entry : Suggested entry price for current bias direction
- Stop : Suggested stop-loss price
- Target : Projected take-profit price
Row 8 - Risk:Reward Ratio:
- Format : "1:X.X" where X.X is the reward multiple
- Color-coded : Green if 2:1 or better, amber if 1.5:1 to 2:1, red if below 1.5:1
Row 9 - Fuel:
- Shows percentage and estimated bars remaining in parentheses
- Example : "72% (8)" means 72% fuel with approximately 8 bars remaining
- Color-coded : Green above 70%, amber 40-70%, red below 40%
Row 10-11 (Full Mode Only) - Market Conditions:
- Vol : Current volatility regime (HIGH/NORMAL/LOW)
- Speed : Current velocity zone (FAST/NORMAL/SLOW)
Row 12 - Session:
- Shows active trading session
- Color-coded by session type
Row 13 (Full Mode Only) - Remaining:
- Time remaining in current session (hours and minutes)
Row 14 (Conditional) - Trap Warning:
- Appears when a significant trap zone exists in your bias direction
- Shows direction (ABOVE/BELOW) and confluence percentage
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UNDERSTANDING THE QUICK PANEL (Bottom Left)
The Quick Panel provides essential information at a glance without looking away from price action:
Row 1: Current Bias and Quality Score (large text for quick reading)
Row 2: Market State
Row 3: Fuel Percentage
Row 4: Estimated Bars Remaining
Row 5: Risk:Reward Ratio
Row 6: Current Session
Both panels can be repositioned using the settings, and each can be toggled on/off independently.
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SETTINGS EXPLAINED
CORE SETTINGS:
Analysis Lookback (Default: 20)
Number of bars used for statistical calculations including average volume and average body size. Higher values create smoother but slower-reacting analysis. Lower values are more responsive but may include more noise.
Swing Detection Length (Default: 5)
Bars required on each side to confirm a swing high or low. A setting of 5 means a swing high must have 5 lower highs on each side. Lower values detect more swings (more trap zones, more sensitivity). Higher values find only major pivots (fewer but more significant zones).
Impulse Sensitivity (Default: 1.5)
Multiplier for ATR when detecting impulse moves. Lower values (like 1.0) detect smaller price movements as impulses, refreshing the fuel gauge more frequently. Higher values (like 2.5) require larger moves, making impulse detection less frequent but more significant.
SIGNAL SETTINGS:
Prime/Standard/Caution Thresholds (Defaults: 80/75/65)
These control the quality score required for each signal tier. You can adjust these based on your preference:
- More conservative : Raise thresholds (e.g., 85/80/70) for fewer but higher-quality signals
- More aggressive : Lower thresholds (e.g., 75/70/60) for more signals with slightly lower quality
Signal Cooldown (Default: 8 bars)
Minimum bars between signals to prevent signal spam. After any signal fires, no new signals can appear until this many bars pass. Increase for fewer signals in choppy markets; decrease if you want faster signal refresh.
Show Prime/Standard/Caution/Exhaustion Signals
Toggle each signal type on or off based on your preference.
ZONE DISPLAY:
Show Trap Zones / Entry Zones / Target Zones / Stop Levels
Toggle each zone type on or off. Turning off zones you don't use reduces chart clutter.
Zone Transparency (Default: 88)
Controls how transparent zone boxes appear. Higher values (closer to 95) make zones barely visible; lower values (closer to 75) make them more prominent.
Zone History (Default: 25 bars)
How far back zone boxes extend on the chart. Purely visual preference.
BACKGROUND:
Background Mode (Options: Off, Subtle, Normal)
Controls whether and how intensely the chart background is colored. Subtle is barely noticeable; Normal is more visible; Off disables background coloring entirely.
Background Type (Options: Bias, Fuel)
- Bias : Colors background based on current directional lean (green for long, red for short)
- Fuel : Colors background based on momentum level (green for high fuel, amber for moderate, red for low)
DASHBOARD / QUICK PANEL:
Show Dashboard / Show Quick Panel
Toggle each panel on or off.
Compact Mode
When enabled, the main dashboard shows only essential rows (quality bars, bias, R:R, fuel, session) without entry/stop/target levels, volatility, velocity, or time remaining.
Position Settings
Choose where each panel appears on your chart from six options: Top Right, Top Left, Bottom Right, Bottom Left, Middle Right, Middle Left.
ALERTS:
Alert Prime Signals / Standard Signals / Fuel Exhaustion
Enable or disable TradingView alerts for each condition. When enabled, you can set up alerts in TradingView that will notify you when these conditions occur.
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RECOMMENDED TIMEFRAMES AND USAGE
OPTIMAL TIMEFRAMES:
- 1-minute to 5-minute : Best for active scalping with quick entries and exits
- 5-minute to 15-minute : Balanced scalping with slightly more confirmation
- 15-minute to 1-hour : Short-term swing entries, fewer but more significant signals
Zone visualizations only appear on intraday timeframes to prevent chart clutter on higher timeframes.
BEST PRACTICES:
1. Trade primarily during LONDON, NEW YORK, or OVERLAP sessions. The indicator weights these sessions higher for good reason - liquidity and movement are typically better.
2. Prioritize PRIME signals. These represent the highest confluence and have proven most reliable. Use STANDARD signals as secondary opportunities. Treat CAUTION signals with extra scrutiny.
3. Respect the Fuel Gauge. Avoid entering new positions when fuel is below 40%. When the EXIT signal appears, seriously consider closing or reducing positions.
4. Pay attention to TRAP warnings. When the dashboard shows a trap zone in your bias direction, be cautious about holding through that level.
5. Verify R:R before entry. The dashboard shows the risk-to-reward ratio. Ensure it meets your minimum requirements (many traders require at least 1.5:1 or 2:1).
6. When state shows AVOID or EXIT, step back. These conditions typically produce poor results.
7. Combine with your own analysis. SPM is a decision-support tool, not a standalone system. Use it alongside your understanding of market structure, news events, and overall context.
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PRACTICAL EXAMPLE
Scenario : You're watching a 5-minute chart during London session. A cyan diamond (Prime Long signal) appears below the bar.
Before entering, you check the dashboard:
- State shows "PRIME" - conditions are favorable
- Fuel shows "72% (8)" - plenty of momentum remaining (approximately 8 bars)
- R:R shows "1:2.3" - acceptable risk-to-reward ratio
- Session shows "LONDON" - active session with good liquidity
- No TRAP warning in dashboard - no immediate resistance cluster in your way
- Entry zone visible on chart at a lower price level
- Stop and Target zones clearly marked
With this confluence of factors, you have context for a more informed decision. The signal indicates quality, the fuel suggests momentum remains, the R:R is favorable, and no immediate trap threatens your trade.
However, you also notice the target zone sits just below where a trap zone would be if there were one. This is by design - SPM adjusts targets to avoid placing them inside reversal zones.
This multi-factor confirmation delivered in a single glance is what SPM provides.
Chart Example :This chart demonstrates how the Scalp Precision Matrix identifies key market transitions. After a strong bullish impulse (cyan PRIME signal at ~08:30), price reached a historical reversal cluster (TRAP ZONE at 92,300). The indicator detected momentum exhaustion (purple EXIT signal) as fuel dropped below 20%, warning traders to exit longs. Now showing a SHORT bias with entry/stop/target zones clearly marked. The 92% trap zone confluence indicates a strong cluster of previous swing highs where price historically reversed.
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DATA WINDOW VALUES
For detailed analysis and strategy development, SPM exports the following values to TradingView's Data Window (visible when you hover over the chart with the indicator selected):
- Long Quality Score (0-100)
- Short Quality Score (0-100)
- Fuel Gauge (0-100%)
- Risk:Reward Ratio
These values can be useful for understanding how the indicator behaves over time and for developing your own insights about when it works best for your trading style.
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NON-REPAINTING CONFIRMATION
All signals in SPM are generated using CONFIRMED bar data only. The signal logic references the previous closed bar's values ( and in Pine Script terms). This means:
- Signals appear at the OPEN of the new bar (after the previous bar closes)
- Signals will NEVER disappear once they appear
- Signals will NEVER change position on historical bars
- What you see in backtesting is what you would have seen in real-time
The dashboard and zones update in real-time to provide current market context, but the trading signals themselves are non-repainting.
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IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS
TERMINOLOGY CLARIFICATION:
This indicator uses terms that might imply access to data it does not have. To be completely transparent:
- "Trap Zones" are calculated from historical swing point clustering. They are NOT institutional liquidity pools, order blocks, smart money footprints, or any form of order flow data. The term "trap" is metaphorical, describing how price has historically reversed at these levels.
- "Fuel Gauge" is a technical momentum proxy. It is NOT order flow, volume profile, depth of market, or bid/ask data. It estimates momentum remaining based entirely on standard OHLCV price and volume data.
- "Quality Scores" are weighted combinations of the technical factors described above. A high score indicates multiple conditions align favorably according to the indicator's logic. It does NOT predict or guarantee trade success.
- The percentages shown on trap zones are CONFLUENCE SCORES measuring cluster density and proximity. They are NOT probability predictions of reversal.
TRADING RISK WARNING:
Trading involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors. This indicator is a technical analysis tool designed to assist with decision-making. It does not constitute financial advice, trading advice, or any other sort of advice. Past performance of any signal or pattern does not guarantee future results. Markets are inherently unpredictable.
Always use proper risk management. Define your risk before entering any trade. Never risk more than you can afford to lose. Consider consulting with a licensed financial advisor before making trading decisions.
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ORIGINALITY STATEMENT - NOT A MASHUP
Scalp Precision Matrix is an original work that combines several analytical concepts into a purpose-built scalping framework. While individual components like ATR calculations, pivot detection, session timing, and trend alignment exist in various forms elsewhere, the specific implementation here represents original synthesis:
- The Fuel Gauge decay model with its four-component weighted calculation
- The Trap Zone cluster detection with confluence scoring
- The multi-factor quality scoring system that integrates all layers
- The trap-aware entry and target zone placement logic
- The volatility regime adaptation across all components
- The session weighting is integrated into the quality assessment
The indicator does not simply overlay separate indicators on one chart. It creates interconnected layers where each component informs and adjusts the others. This integration is the core originality of SPM.
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For best results, combine SPM with your own market understanding and always practice proper risk management.
-BullByte
Williams Fractal MA Pullback Strategy (1.5 RR) - BY DANISHOverview
This strategy is a price action and moving average-based scalping strategy designed for low timeframes (1m, 5m, 15m). It combines trend alignment with pullbacks to key moving averages and uses Williams Fractals as entry triggers.
It aims to catch high-probability scalping trades in the direction of the prevailing trend while keeping strict risk management with a 1.5:1 risk-to-reward ratio.
Indicators Used
Three Simple Moving Averages (SMA):
Fast SMA: 20 periods (Green)
Medium SMA: 50 periods (Yellow)
Slow SMA: 100 periods (Red)
Williams Fractals (Period 2):
Identifies short-term local highs (red) and lows (green) for potential reversal or continuation setups.
Trend Rules
Bullish Trend (Long Setup):
Fast SMA (20) > Medium SMA (50) > Slow SMA (100)
Moving averages must not be crossing
Bearish Trend (Short Setup):
Slow SMA (100) > Medium SMA (50) > Fast SMA (20)
Moving averages must not be crossing
This ensures trades are only taken in the direction of the prevailing trend.
Entry Rules
Long Entry (Buy):
Price pulls back to either the 20 SMA (fast) or 50 SMA (medium) without closing below the 100 SMA (slow).
A green Williams Fractal forms after the pullback.
Confirm all trend alignment rules (20>50>100).
Enter a long position at the close of the candle that confirms the fractal.
Short Entry (Sell):
Price pulls back to either the 20 SMA (fast) or 50 SMA (medium) without closing above the 100 SMA (slow).
A red Williams Fractal forms after the pullback.
Confirm all trend alignment rules (100>50>20).
Enter a short position at the close of the candle that confirms the fractal.
Risk Management & Stop Loss
Long Trades:
If price stayed above 50 SMA during pullback → SL is just below 50 SMA
If price dipped below 50 SMA but stayed above 100 SMA → SL is just below 100 SMA
Short Trades:
If price stayed below 50 SMA during pullback → SL is just above 50 SMA
If price rose above 50 SMA but stayed below 100 SMA → SL is just above 100 SMA
Take Profit (TP)
Fixed 1.5 Risk-to-Reward ratio
TP = Risk × 1.5
This ensures each trade has a positive expectancy and follows consistent risk-reward management.
Additional Rules
Fractals Confirmation:
The strategy waits for 2 bars to close before confirming the fractal signal to avoid repainting.
No trades are taken if the price violates the 100-period SMA during the pullback.
Designed for scalping on low timeframes: 1m, 5m, or 15m charts.
Visuals on Chart
SMA Lines:
20 SMA (Green)
50 SMA (Yellow)
100 SMA (Red)
Fractal Arrows:
Green fractal → potential long entry
Red fractal → potential short entry
Trade Highlights: Strategy plots entries and exit levels automatically with stop loss and take profit.
How to Use
Add the script to a 1m, 5m, or 15m chart.
Enable the strategy tester to see backtesting results.
Follow the trend alignment rules strictly for high-probability scalping trades.
Optionally, combine with volume filters or market structure analysis for better performance.
Benefits
Trades only in aligned trend direction, avoiding counter-trend traps.
Pullback + fractal logic provides high-probability entries.
Risk-to-reward of 1.5:1 ensures good risk management.
Avoids fractal repainting by waiting for candle close.
Ideal Conditions
Works best on volatile assets like crypto or forex pairs with clear trending moves.
Best applied to liquid markets with tight spreads for scalping.
✅ Summary:
Trend-aligned scalping strategy
Pullback to MA + fractal confirmation
Fixed 1.5 RR risk management
Works on low timeframes (1m, 5m, 15m)
Clean visual signals with SMMAs and fractals
eBacktesting - Learning: PD ArrayseBacktesting - Learning: PD Arrays helps you practice one of the most important “Smart Money” ideas: price tends to react from specific delivery areas (PD Arrays) like Imbalances (FVGs), Order Blocks, and Breakers.
Use this to train your eyes to:
- Spot where an imbalance/OB is created (often after displacement)
- Wait for price to return into that area
- Study the reaction (hold, reject, or slice through) and what that implies next
These indicators are built to pair perfectly with the eBacktesting extension, where traders can practice these concepts step-by-step. Backtesting concepts visually like this is one of the fastest ways to learn, build confidence, and improve trading performance.
Educational use only. Not financial advice.
QUARTERS THEORY XAUUSDThe “Quarter Theory XAUUSD” indicator on TradingView is designed to automatically plot horizontal price levels in $25 increments on your chart, providing traders with a clear visual representation of key psychological and technical price points. These levels are particularly useful for instruments like XAU/USD, where price often reacts to round numbers, forming support and resistance zones that can be leveraged for both scalping and swing trading strategies. By showing all $25 increments as horizontal white lines, the indicator ensures that traders can quickly identify potential entry and exit points, without the need for manual drawing or repeated calculations.
The indicator works by calculating the nearest $25 multiple relative to the current market price and then drawing horizontal lines across the chart for all increments within a defined range. This range can be customized to suit the instrument being traded; for example, for gold (XAU/USD), a typical range might extend from 0 to 5000, covering all practical price levels that could be relevant in both high and low market conditions. By using Pine Script’s persistent variables, the indicator efficiently creates these lines only once at the start of the chart, avoiding unnecessary resource usage and preventing TradingView from slowing down, which can happen if lines are redrawn every bar.
From a trading perspective, these levels serve multiple purposes. For scalpers, the $25 increments act as micro support and resistance points, helping to determine short-term price reactions and potential breakout zones. Scalpers can use these levels to enter positions with tight stop-loss orders just beyond a level and take profits near the next $25 increment, which aligns with common price behavior patterns in highly liquid instruments. For swing traders, the same levels provide broader context, allowing them to identify areas where price might pause or reverse over several days. Swing traders can use these levels to align trades with the prevailing trend, particularly when combined with other indicators such as moving averages or trendlines.
Another key advantage of the Quarterly Levels indicator is its simplicity and visual clarity. By plotting lines in a uniform white color and extending them to the right, the chart remains clean and easy to read, allowing traders to focus on price action and market dynamics rather than cluttered technical drawings. This visual consistency also helps in backtesting and strategy development, as traders can quickly see how price interacts with each level over time. Additionally, the use of round-number increments leverages the psychological tendencies of market participants, as many traders place stop orders or entry points near these levels, making them natural zones of interest.
Overall, the Quarterly Levels indicator combines efficiency, clarity, and practical trading utility into a single tool. It streamlines chart analysis, highlights meaningful price zones, and supports both scalping and swing trading approaches, making it an essential addition to a trader’s toolkit. By understanding how to integrate these levels into trading strategies, traders can make more informed decisions, manage risk effectively, and identify high-probability trade setups across various market conditions.
EMA + VWAP Strategy# EMA + VWAP Crossover Strategy
## Overview
This is a trend-following intraday strategy that combines fast and slow EMAs with VWAP to identify high-probability entries. It's designed primarily for 5-15 minute charts and includes a smart filter to avoid trading when VWAP is ranging flat.
## How It Works
### Core Concept
The strategy uses three main components working together:
- **Fast EMA (9)** - Responds quickly to price changes and generates entry signals
- **Slow EMA (21)** - Acts as a trend filter to keep you on the right side of the market
- **VWAP** - Serves as a dynamic support/resistance level and the primary trigger for entries
### Entry Rules
**Long Entry:**
- EMA 9 crosses above VWAP (bullish momentum)
- EMA 9 is above EMA 21 (confirming uptrend)
- VWAP has a clear directional slope (not flat/ranging)
- Only during weekdays (Monday-Friday)
**Short Entry:**
- EMA 9 crosses below VWAP (bearish momentum)
- EMA 9 is below EMA 21 (confirming downtrend)
- VWAP has a clear directional slope (not flat/ranging)
- Only during weekdays (Monday-Friday)
### The VWAP Flat Filter
One of the key features is the VWAP slope filter. When VWAP is moving sideways (flat), it indicates the market is likely consolidating or ranging. The strategy skips these periods because crossover signals tend to be less reliable in choppy conditions. You'll see small gray diamonds at the top of the chart when VWAP is considered flat.
### Risk Management
The strategy uses a proper risk-reward approach with multiple stop loss options:
1. **ATR-Based (Recommended)** - Adapts to market volatility automatically. Default is 1.5x ATR(14), which gives your trades room to breathe while protecting capital.
2. **Swing Low/High** - Places stops at recent price structure points for a more technical approach.
3. **Slow EMA** - Uses the trend-defining EMA as your stop level, good for trend-following with wider stops.
4. **Fixed Percentage** - Simple percentage-based stops if you prefer consistency.
Take profits are automatically calculated based on your risk-reward ratio (default 2:1), meaning if you risk $100, you're aiming to make $200.
### Weekday Trading Filter
The strategy includes an option to trade only Monday through Friday. This is particularly useful for crypto markets where weekend liquidity can be thin and price action more erratic. You can toggle this on/off to test whether avoiding weekends improves your results.
### Visual Features
- **Color-coded background** - Green tint when EMA 9 is above EMA 21 (bullish bias), red tint when below (bearish bias)
- **ATR bands** - Dotted lines showing where stops would be placed (when using ATR stops)
- **Active trade levels** - Solid red line for your stop loss, green line for your take profit when you're in a position
- **Weekend highlighting** - Gray background on Saturdays and Sundays when weekday filter is active
## Best Practices
**Timeframe:** Designed for 5-minute charts but can be adapted to other intraday timeframes.
**Markets:** Works on any liquid market - stocks, forex, crypto, futures. Just make sure there's enough volume.
**Position Sizing:** The strategy uses percentage of equity by default. Adjust based on your risk tolerance.
**Backtesting Tips:**
- Test with and without the weekday filter to see which performs better on your instrument
- Try different ATR multipliers (1.0-2.5) to find the sweet spot between stop-outs and letting profits run
- Experiment with risk-reward ratios (1.5R, 2R, 3R) to optimize for your win rate
**What to Watch:**
- Win rate vs. profit factor balance
- How many trades are filtered out by the VWAP flat condition
- Performance difference between weekdays and weekends
- Whether the trend filter (EMA 21) is keeping you out of bad trades
## Parameters You Can Adjust
- Fast EMA length (default 9)
- Slow EMA length (default 21)
- VWAP flat threshold (default 0.01%)
- Stop loss type and parameters
- Risk-reward ratio
- Weekday trading on/off
- ATR length and multiplier
## Disclaimer
This strategy is for educational purposes. Past performance doesn't guarantee future results. Always test thoroughly on historical data and paper trade before risking real money. Use proper position sizing and never risk more than you can afford to lose.
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Breaker Blocks Finder | Gold | ProjectSyndicateProjectSyndicate Breaker Blocks Finder
📊 Overview
The ProjectSyndicate Breaker Blocks Finder (PS BB Finder) is a professional-grade Pine Script indicator designed to detect and display Bullish and Bearish Breaker Blocks based on Smart Money Concepts (SMC) methodology. This indicator is specifically optimized for XAUUSD (Gold) trading but works reliably across all symbols and timeframes.
Key Features
✅ Non-Repainting: Breaker blocks never change position after formation
✅ Multi-Timeframe Support: Optimized for M5, M10, M15, M20, M30, and H1
✅ Highly Customizable: 10+ user-configurable settings
✅ Visual Clarity: Color-coded boxes and labels for easy identification
✅ Performance Optimized: Handles 1000+ candles without lag
✅ Cross-Symbol Compatible: Works on Forex, Crypto, Stocks, Indices, and Commodities
✅ Displacement Detection: Uses ATR-based displacement to filter false signals
🎯 What are Breaker Blocks?
A Breaker Block is a failed order block that becomes a new support or resistance zone after being invalidated by price. It represents a market structure shift where institutional traders (smart money) have flipped their position.
Bullish Breaker Block
A Bullish Breaker Block forms when:
1 A bearish order block (resistance zone) exists
2 Price breaks ABOVE this zone with strong displacement
3 The former resistance zone now becomes SUPPORT
4 Price may retest this zone before continuing higher
Visual: Green box with "BB ▲" label
Bearish Breaker Block
A Bearish Breaker Block forms when:
5 A bullish order block (support zone) exists
6 Price breaks BELOW this zone with strong displacement
7 The former support zone now becomes RESISTANCE
8 Price may retest this zone before continuing lower
Visual: Red box with "BB ▼" label
⚙️ Default Settings
Setting Default Range Description
Lookback Period 1000 100-5000 Number of historical candles to analyze
Max Breaker Blocks 5 1-50 Maximum number of breaker blocks to display
Swing Detection Length 10 2-20 Bars on each side to confirm swing high/low. Higher = more significant swings
Use Displacement Filter true true/false Enable to filter breaker blocks by displacement size
Displacement Multiplier 2.0 0.5-5.0 Minimum move size as multiple of ATR. Higher = stricter detection
Invalidation Method Close Close/Wick Close = Conservative (candle must close beyond zone)Wick = Aggressive (wick touch is enough)
📈 Recommended Timeframes & Settings
This indicator is optimized for the following timeframes. Use these settings as a starting point.
Lower Timeframes (M5, M10, M15, M20)
These settings are designed to capture faster price movements and are the default settings for the indicator.
Setting Recommended Value
Lookback Period 1000
Max Breaker Blocks 5
Swing Detection Length 10
Use Displacement Filter true
Displacement Multiplier 2.0
Invalidation Method Close
Higher Timeframes (M30, H1)
For these timeframes, a less strict displacement filter is recommended to capture more significant, but less frequent, breaker blocks.
Setting Recommended Value
Lookback Period 1000
Max Breaker Blocks 5
Swing Detection Length 10
Use Displacement Filter true
Displacement Multiplier 1.0
Invalidation Method Close
🎓 How to Use
Step 1: Identify Breaker Blocks
Once the indicator is loaded, breaker blocks will automatically appear on your chart:
• Green boxes = Bullish breaker blocks (former resistance, now support)
• Red boxes = Bearish breaker blocks (former support, now resistance)
Step 2: Wait for Retest
The most reliable trading opportunities occur when price retests the breaker block zone:
• For bullish breaker blocks, wait for price to come back down to the green zone
• For bearish breaker blocks, wait for price to come back up to the red zone
Step 3: Look for Confluence
Combine breaker blocks with other SMC concepts for higher probability setups:
• Fair Value Gaps (FVG) within the breaker block zone
• Liquidity grabs before the retest
• Break of Structure (BoS) or Change of Character (ChoCH) confirmation
Step 4: Enter the Trade
Bullish Setup:
• Entry: At or near the bullish breaker block zone
• Stop Loss: Below the breaker block
• Take Profit: Previous swing high or higher
Bearish Setup:
• Entry: At or near the bearish breaker block zone
• Stop Loss: Above the breaker block
• Take Profit: Previous swing low or lower
🛡️ Non-Repainting Guarantee
This indicator is 100% non-repainting, meaning:
✅ Breaker blocks never change position after formation
✅ Historical breaker blocks remain in the exact same location indefinitely
✅ Backtesting results are reliable and consistent
🐛 Troubleshooting
Issue: No Breaker Blocks Appearing
Solutions:
• Ensure "Use Displacement Filter" is enabled.
• On M30/H1, try lowering the "Displacement Multiplier" to 1.0.
• Scroll back in history; blocks may not be present on the most recent bars.
Issue: Too Many Breaker Blocks
Solutions:
• Increase "Displacement Multiplier" to 2.5 or 3.0.
• Increase "Swing Detection Length" to 12-15.
• Decrease "Max Breaker Blocks" to 3-4.
