Support & Resistance External/Internal & BoS [sgbpulse]Market Structure Support & Resistance External/Internal & BoS
Overview: Smart & Fast Market Structure Analysis
The Market Structure "Support & Resistance External/Internal & BoS " indicator is designed to empower your technical analysis by automatically and precisely identifying significant support and resistance levels. It achieves this by pinpointing high and low Pivot Points, plus key Pre-Market High/Low levels.
Its unique strength lies in its dynamic adaptability to any timeframe and any asset you choose. This tool analyzes the relevant market structure for the current timeframe and asset, providing you with accurate and relevant levels in real-time. The indicator maintains a clean chart and swiftly displays all support, resistance, and Pre-Market levels for any asset, saving valuable analysis time and enabling you to get a clear and quick snapshot of the market.
How the Indicator Works
The indicator identifies and displays three critical types of key levels:
External Pivots: These are more significant pivot points, indicating important reversal points across a broader range of price movement, considering the current timeframe. The indicator draws dark green support lines (for low pivots) and dark red resistance lines (for high pivots) from these points.
Internal Pivots: These are shorter-term pivot points, signifying smaller corrections or reversals within the overall structure of the current timeframe. These lines provide additional areas of interest within the ranges of the External Pivots.
Pre-Market High/Low Levels: The indicator displays the High and Low reached during pre-market hours as distinct lines on the chart. Please note: These levels will only appear when the selected timeframe is lower than one day (e.g., 1-hour, 15-minute) and provided that the "Session extended trading hours" option is enabled in your TradingView chart settings. These levels are crucial for identifying potential opening ranges and critical support/resistance areas upon regular market open, especially for intraday trading.
Break of Structure (BoS) Identification
A key feature of this indicator is its ability to identify Break of Structure (BoS). When a support or resistance line is breached, the indicator changes the line's color to gray and displays a "Break of Structure" label, indicating a potential trend change or continuation:
External BoS: When an external support/resistance line is broken, a "BoS" label in red will appear. This is a strong signal for a potential shift in the primary market structure or a strong trend continuation.
Internal BoS: When an internal support/resistance line is broken, an "iBoS" label in green will appear. This indicates a break within the existing market structure, which can be used to confirm direction or identify shorter-term entry/exit opportunities.
Full Indicator Customization
The indicator provides maximum flexibility to suit any trading style and timeframe:
Number of Lines Displayed: You can choose how many support and resistance lines you want to see on your chart. The default is 15 lines, but you can increase or decrease this number according to your needs and desired level of detail.
External Pivot Settings: Define the number of bars before and after a pivot point required for External Pivot identification.
Internal Pivot Settings: Define the number of bars before and after a pivot point required for Internal Pivot identification.
Color Customization: Full control over colors! You can change the colors of the support and resistance lines, the colors of the Pre-Market levels, and also the colors of the BoS and iBoS labels to create a visual appearance that perfectly matches your personal preferences.
This flexibility allows you to adapt the indicator to your trading style and any timeframe you operate in, without needing to manually change settings each time.
Recommended Uses
Clean Chart & Quick Analysis: The indicator displays important levels clearly, enabling quick identification of areas of interest without visual clutter on the chart. This significantly saves analysis time and allows you to make faster decisions.
Critical Levels for Any Timeframe & Asset: Get precise and adaptive support and resistance, plus essential Pre-Market levels (in relevant timeframes), for any timeframe and on any asset you choose.
Trend Direction Identification: Clear support and resistance lines help understand market structure.
Breakout Confirmation: The BoS label provides visual confirmation of key level breaches, helping to confirm potential trend changes.
Locating Entry & Exit Points: Use these levels as potential areas of interest for trades, after confirming a breakout or reversal.
Finding Stop-Loss & Take-Profit Points: Strategically place protective stops and profit targets around these support and resistance levels.
Important Note
Like any technical indicator, Market Structure "Support & Resistance External/Internal & BoS " is a supplementary tool. It's highly recommended to use it in conjunction with additional analysis methods (such as price action analysis, other indicators, and fundamental analysis) for informed trading decisions. Financial markets are dynamic, and trading always carries inherent risk.
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Low Volatility Breakout Detector)This indicator is designed to visually identify potential breakouts from consolidation during periods of low volatility. It is based on classic Bollinger Bands and relative volume. Its primary purpose is not to generate buy or sell signals but to assist in spotting moments when the market exits a stagnation phase.
Arrows appear only when the price breaks above the upper or below the lower Bollinger Band, the band width is below a specified threshold (expressed in percentage), and volume is above its moving average multiplied by a chosen multiplier (default is 1). This combination may indicate the start of a new impulse following a period of low activity.
The chart background during low volatility is colored based on volume strength—the lower the volume during stagnation, the less transparent the background. This helps quickly spot unusual market behavior under seemingly calm conditions. The background opacity is dynamically scaled relative to the range of volumes over a selected period, which can be set manually (default is 50 bars).
The indicator works best in classic horizontal consolidations, where price moves within a narrow range and volatility and volume clearly decline. It is not intended to detect breakouts from formations such as triangles or wedges, which may not always exhibit low volatility relative to Bollinger Bands.
Settings allow you to adjust:
Bollinger Band length and multiplier,
Volatility threshold (in %),
Background and arrow colors,
Volume moving average length and multiplier,
Bar range used for background opacity scaling.
Note: For reliable results, it’s advisable to tailor the volatility threshold and volume/background ranges to the specific market and timeframe, as different instruments have distinct dynamics. If you want the background color to closely match the color of breakout arrows, you should set the same volume analysis period as the volume moving average length.
Additional note: To achieve a cleaner chart and focus solely on breakout signals, you can disable the background and Bollinger Bands display in the settings. This will leave only the breakout arrows visible on the chart, providing a clearer and more readable market picture.
ZigZag ProZigZag Pro is a precise market structure indicator that automatically detects two independent ZigZag patterns and highlights breakouts whenever significant highs or lows are breached.
The indicator calculates two separate ZigZag structures in real time. ZigZag1 captures the broader market swings and is ideal for trend or swing trading. ZigZag2 is optional and reacts more quickly – perfect for intraday or scalping setups. Both layers are fully customizable in terms of depth, color, and line width.
What makes this tool especially useful: whenever a previous swing high (for long trades) or swing low (for short trades) is broken, the indicator draws a horizontal breakout line on the chart. This makes it easy to spot structural breakouts and take advantage of potential momentum moves.
ZigZag Pro is designed for traders who rely on clean, rule-based market structure — whether you're trading classic breakouts, smart money concepts, or simply want a clearer view of trend shifts. The visuals are minimal, responsive, and suitable for any timeframe.
Opening Range BreakoutOPENING RANGE BREAKOUT (ORB) INDICATOR
DESCRIPTION
The Opening Range Breakout indicator is a powerful technical analysis tool designed specifically for US equity markets. It identifies and visualizes the opening range established during the first configurable minutes of each trading day (starting at 9:30 AM EST), then provides clear signals when price breaks out of or rejects from these key levels.
This indicator combines multiple timeframe analysis capabilities with precise breakout detection to help traders identify high-probability trading opportunities based on opening range dynamics.
KEY FEATURES
Configurable Opening Range:
• Set opening range duration from 5 minutes to 4 hours
• Automatically adjusts calculations based on your chart timeframe
• Works on any timeframe (1m, 5m, 15m, 1h, etc.)
Multi-Day Range Display:
• Shows up to 50 days of historical opening ranges
• Each day's range properly contained within its trading session
• Range lines extend from market open (9:30 AM) to market close (4:00 PM EST)
Clear Signal System:
• Green arrows (⬆): Bullish breakouts and rejections
• Red arrows (⬇): Bearish breakouts and rejections
• Two signal types: Close breakouts (normal size) and wick rejections (small size)
Visual Range Highlighting:
• Opening range period highlighted with colored box
• Customizable colors for range fill, borders, and midline
• Clean, professional appearance with configurable line styles
SIGNAL TYPES
Bullish Signals (Green ⬆):
1. Close Breakout Above Range (Normal Size): 5-minute candle closes above the opening range high
2. Wick Rejection from Below (Small Size): Price wicks below the opening range low but closes back inside the range
Bearish Signals (Red ⬇):
1. Close Breakout Below Range (Normal Size): 5-minute candle closes below the opening range low
2. Wick Rejection from Above (Small Size): Price wicks above the opening range high but closes back inside the range
CONFIGURATION OPTIONS
Range Settings:
• Opening Range Minutes: Duration of opening range (default: 30 minutes)
• Lookback Days: Number of historical days to display (default: 20 days)
Visual Customization:
• Range Color: Fill color for the opening range area
• Border Color: Color for range high/low lines
• Midline Color: Color for the range midpoint line
• Opening Range Highlight Color: Color for the opening period box
• Line Style: Solid, Dashed, or Dotted lines
• Line Width: 1-4 pixel width options
Display Options:
• Show Midline: Toggle midpoint line display
• Show Range Labels: Toggle price level labels
• Arrow Distance: Adjust arrow positioning (0.1-2.0%)
USAGE GUIDE
Basic Setup:
1. Add the indicator to your chart (works best on 5-minute timeframe)
2. Configure your preferred opening range duration (15m, 30m, or 60m are popular choices)
3. Adjust lookback days based on your analysis needs
4. Customize colors and line styles to match your chart theme
Trading Applications:
Breakout Trading:
• Long Entry: Green arrow (close breakout above range) + confirmation
• Short Entry: Red arrow (close breakout below range) + confirmation
• Stop Loss: Opposite side of the opening range
• Target: 1-2x the range size or key support/resistance levels
Range Rejection Trading:
• Reversal Setups: Small arrows indicate failed breakouts
• Mean Reversion: Trade back toward range midline
• Support/Resistance: Use range levels as key price zones
Multi-Day Analysis:
• Identify recurring support/resistance levels
• Analyze range expansion/contraction patterns
• Compare current day's activity to recent history
BEST PRACTICES
1. Timeframe Selection: 5-minute charts provide optimal signal clarity
2. Range Duration: 30-minute opening range is most commonly used, but adjust based on:
- Market volatility
- Stock characteristics
- Trading style preference
3. Confirmation: Use additional indicators or price action for trade confirmation
4. Risk Management: Always use appropriate position sizing and stop losses
MARKET SESSIONS
The indicator is specifically designed for US equity markets:
• Market Open: 9:30 AM EST
• Market Close: 4:00 PM EST
• Opening Range: Calculated from market open
• Range Lines: Extend throughout the trading day only
PERFORMANCE NOTES
• Optimized for real-time trading with minimal lag
• Automatically manages memory by cleaning old ranges
• Efficiently handles multiple timeframes and range calculations
KNOWN ISSUES & WORKAROUNDS
Historical Buffer Error:
Issue: Occasionally, you may encounter an error: "The requested historical offset (XXX) is beyond the historical buffer's limit (770)"
Workaround:
1. Switch to a different timeframe temporarily
2. Switch back to your original timeframe
3. The indicator will reload and function normally
This is a Pine Script limitation related to historical data access and doesn't affect the indicator's core functionality.
COMPATIBILITY
• Pine Script Version: v6
• Chart Types: All chart types supported
• Timeframes: All timeframes (optimized for 1m-1h)
• Markets: Designed for US equity markets during regular trading hours
TIPS FOR MAXIMUM EFFECTIVENESS
1. Combine with Volume: High volume on breakouts increases reliability
2. Market Context: Consider overall market direction and volatility
3. News Awareness: Be cautious around earnings and major announcements
4. Range Quality: Wider ranges often provide better breakout opportunities
5. Time of Day: Early breakouts (first 1-2 hours) often have higher follow-through
This indicator is provided for educational and informational purposes. Always conduct your own analysis and manage risk appropriately.
Session Breakouts & Trend Indicator# Session Breakouts & Trend Indicator
This indicator identifies high-probability trading opportunities by tracking key intraday sessions and their breakouts while aligning them with the overall market trend direction.
## What Makes This Indicator Unique
Unlike standard breakout indicators that only identify when price crosses a threshold, this indicator:
- Dynamically identifies and tracks important daily sessions (default: AM 09:00-10:00 and PM 15:00-16:00)
- Determines trend direction using a triple EMA system (20/50/200)
- Shows when breakouts align with the overall trend (higher probability setups)
- Provides visual confirmation with session ranges, breakout levels, and background highlighting
- Includes a comprehensive information panel showing trend/session alignment
## How It Works
The indicator tracks two important daily sessions:
1. **AM Session**: Typically the first hour of trading (default: 09:00-10:00)
2. **PM Session**: Typically the last hour of trading (default: 15:00-16:00)
For each session, it:
- Marks the high and low range
- Establishes breakout levels above/below these ranges
- Detects when price breaks beyond these levels
- Determines if the breakout aligns with the prevailing trend
The trend is calculated using three EMAs (20, 50, 200) for reliable trend identification.
## How To Use
1. Apply the indicator to your chart (works best on 5-minute timeframes)
2. Adjust session times to match your trading schedule if needed
3. Watch for breakouts above session highs (bullish) or below session lows (bearish)
4. Check the information panel to see if the breakout aligns with the trend
5. Enter trades in the direction of trend-aligned breakouts for higher probability setups
6. Set stop losses below the opposite side of the session range
## Settings
- **Session Times**: Customize AM and PM session times
- **EMA Lengths**: Adjust trend determination sensitivity
- **Visualization Options**: Toggle display of sessions, breakouts, and VWAP
- **Alert Settings**: Configure alerts for breakouts and trend-aligned conditions
This indicator is valuable for day traders and swing traders looking for objective entry points with higher probability of success.
HMA Breakdown [NLR]Hull Moving Average (HMA) is a great trend-following tool — it's smooth, fast, and more responsive than traditional MAs like EMA or SMA. But the problem?
Sometimes it gives signals that look sharp but are misleading — especially in noisy markets or when the price is chopping around.
This script breaks down the inner mechanics of the HMA to give you more context:
Are the inputs to HMA actually diverging?
Is there momentum behind the move?
Is this trend about to reverse or just a pullback?
By plotting the components of HMA — and layering signal bands, color logic, and optional trend overlays — it gives you a visual breakdown of what's really going on under the hood.
What this indicator shows
HMA Trend (Main Line)
The Hull Moving Average (HMA) is plotted in bold, colored red or green based on internal conditions (not just price slope).
WMA Components (Fast & Slow)
Shows the two WMAs used inside the HMA calculation:
WMA Half (faster) — reacts quickly to price
WMA Full (slower) — smoother, less reactive
Their difference and crossover gives you clues on whether momentum is building or fading.
Signal & Band Structure
A calculated upper band and lower band are used to track when HMA is leading or lagging momentum.
When the HMA is below the band, trend may be weakening - this helps you filter false signals.
TMA Candle (Optional Visual)
A synthetic candle shows whether the smoothed average is rising or falling compared to a few candles back.
This is a simple visual cue to spot inflection points in the trend.
EMA Trend Overlay (Optional)
A pair of short-term EMAs built on a smoothed source helps you catch micro-trends or align your entries with the bigger trend.
Can act as an early heads-up or a trend confirmation layer.
What problem it solves
Noisy Signals: Helps filter out weak or fake trend signals often seen in HMA-only systems.
Visual Breakdown: Lets you see how each component of the HMA is behaving — so you’re not flying blind.
Momentum Confirmation: Adds layered confirmation using fast-vs-slow WMA cross, signal bands, and mini trend overlays.
Best Used For:
Trend-following traders who use HMA or WMA strategies
Filtering entries/exits in momentum-based systems
Visually confirming when a trend is real vs fake
Failed Breakout DetectionThis indicator is a reverse-engineered copy of the FBD Detection indicator published by xfuturesgod. The original indicator aimed at detecting "Failed Breakdowns". This version tracks the opposite signals, "Failed Breakouts". It was coded with the ES Futures 15 minute chart in mind but may be useful on other instruments and time frames.
The original description, with terminology reversed to explain this version:
'Failed Breakouts' are a popular set up for short entries.
In short, the set up requires:
1) A significant high is made ('initial high')
2) Initial high is undercut with a new high
3) Price action then 'reclaims' the initial high by moving +8-10 points from the initial high
This script aims at detecting such set ups. It was coded with the ES Futures 15 minute chart in mind but may be useful on other instruments and time frames.
Business Logic:
1) Uses pivot highs to detect 'significant' initial highs
2) Uses amplitude threshold to detect a new high above the initial high; used /u/ben_zen script for this
3) Looks for a valid reclaim - a red candle that occurs within 10 bars of the new high
4) Price must reclaim at least 8 points for the set up to be valid
5) If a signal is detected, the initial high value (pivot high) is stored in array that prevents duplicate signals from being generated.
6) FBO Signal is plotted on the chart with "X"
7) Pivot high detection is plotted on the chart with "P" and a label
8) New highs are plotted on the chart with a red triangle
Notes:
User input
- My preference is to use the defaults as is, but as always feel free to experiment
- Can modify pivot length but in my experience 10/10 work best for pivot highs
- New high detection - 55 bars and 0.05 amplitude work well based on visual checks of signals
- Can modify the number of points needed to reclaim a high, and the # of bars limit over which this must occur.
Alerts:
- Alerts are available for detection of new highs and detection of failed breakouts
- Alerts are also available for these signals but only during 7:30PM-4PM EST - 'prime time' US trading hours
Limitations:
- Current version of the script only compares new highs to the most recent pivot high, does not look at anything prior to that
- Best used as a discretionary signal
02 SMC + BB Breakout (Improved)This strategy combines Smart Money Concepts (SMC) with Bollinger Band breakouts to identify potential trading opportunities. SMC focuses on identifying key price levels and market structure shifts, while Bollinger Bands help pinpoint overbought/oversold conditions and potential breakout points. The strategy also incorporates higher timeframe trend confirmation to filter out trades that go against the prevailing trend.
Key Components:
Bollinger Bands:
Calculated using a Simple Moving Average (SMA) of the closing price and a standard deviation multiplier.
The strategy uses the upper and lower bands to identify potential breakout points.
The SMA (basis) acts as a centerline and potential support/resistance level.
The fill between the upper and lower bands can be toggled by the user.
Higher Timeframe Trend Confirmation:
The strategy allows for optional confirmation of the current trend using a higher timeframe (e.g., daily).
It calculates the SMA of the higher timeframe's closing prices.
A bullish trend is confirmed if the higher timeframe's closing price is above its SMA.
This helps filter out trades that go against the prevailing long-term trend.
Smart Money Concepts (SMC):
Order Blocks:
Simplified as recent price clusters, identified by the highest high and lowest low over a specified lookback period.
These levels are considered potential areas of support or resistance.
Liquidity Zones (Swing Highs/Lows):
Identified by recent swing highs and lows, indicating areas where liquidity may be present.
The Swing highs and lows are calculated based on user defined lookback periods.
Market Structure Shift (MSS):
Identifies potential changes in market structure.
A bullish MSS occurs when the closing price breaks above a previous swing high.
A bearish MSS occurs when the closing price breaks below a previous swing low.
The swing high and low values used for the MSS are calculated based on the user defined swing length.
Entry Conditions:
Long Entry:
The closing price crosses above the upper Bollinger Band.
If higher timeframe confirmation is enabled, the higher timeframe trend must be bullish.
A bullish MSS must have occurred.
Short Entry:
The closing price crosses below the lower Bollinger Band.
If higher timeframe confirmation is enabled, the higher timeframe trend must be bearish.
A bearish MSS must have occurred.
Exit Conditions:
Long Exit:
The closing price crosses below the Bollinger Band basis.
Or the Closing price falls below 99% of the order block low.
Short Exit:
The closing price crosses above the Bollinger Band basis.
Or the closing price rises above 101% of the order block high.
Position Sizing:
The strategy calculates the position size based on a fixed percentage (5%) of the strategy's equity.
This helps manage risk by limiting the potential loss per trade.
Visualizations:
Bollinger Bands (upper, lower, and basis) are plotted on the chart.
SMC elements (order blocks, swing highs/lows) are plotted as lines, with user-adjustable visibility.
Entry and exit signals are plotted as shapes on the chart.
The Bollinger band fill opacity is adjustable by the user.
Trading Logic:
The strategy aims to capitalize on Bollinger Band breakouts that are confirmed by SMC signals and higher timeframe trend. It looks for breakouts that align with potential market structure shifts and key price levels (order blocks, swing highs/lows). The higher timeframe filter helps avoid trades that go against the overall trend.
In essence, the strategy attempts to identify high-probability breakout trades by combining momentum (Bollinger Bands) with structural analysis (SMC) and trend confirmation.
Key User-Adjustable Parameters:
Bollinger Bands Length
Standard Deviation Multiplier
Higher Timeframe
Higher Timeframe Confirmation (on/off)
SMC Elements Visibility (on/off)
Order block lookback length.
Swing lookback length.
Bollinger band fill opacity.
This detailed description should provide a comprehensive understanding of the strategy's logic and components.
***DISCLAIMER: This strategy is for educational purposes only. It is not financial advice. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Use at your own risk. Always perform thorough backtesting and forward testing before using any strategy in live trading.***
Support & Resistance with RSI BreakoutsThe script is a TradingView Pine Script (v5) indicator that identifies support and resistance levels using RSI (Relative Strength Index) breakouts. Here’s a breakdown of what it does:
Features:
RSI Calculation:
The script calculates the 14-period RSI (default) using the closing price.
The user can modify the RSI period through an input setting.
Buy and Sell Signals:
A buy signal is triggered when RSI drops below 20 (indicating oversold conditions).
A sell signal is triggered when RSI rises above 80 (indicating overbought conditions).
Visual Representation:
Buy signals are marked with a green upward arrow (↑) below the price bars.
Sell signals are marked with a red downward arrow (↓) above the price bars.
The arrows help traders easily spot potential trade opportunities.
Usage:
This script is useful for traders looking to buy at oversold conditions and sell at overbought conditions based on RSI.
It works best when combined with other indicators or price action strategies to confirm signals.
Price and Volume Breakout - Jemmy TradeThe "Price and Volume Breakout" indicator is designed to identify potential breakout opportunities by analyzing both price and volume trends. It uses a combination of historical price highs, volume peaks, and a customizable Simple Moving Average (SMA) to signal bullish breakouts. When the price exceeds the highest price of the defined breakout period and is supported by high volume, the indicator triggers visual alerts on the chart. These include dotted lines, labels, and boxes highlighting accumulation zones, along with dynamically calculated stop loss and take profit levels.
Key Features:
• Breakout Detection: Compares the current closing price to the highest price and volume over specified periods to signal a breakout.
• Customizable Stop Loss Options: Offers three methods for setting stop loss levels:
o Below SMA: Positions stop loss a user-defined percentage below the SMA.
o Lowest Low: Uses the lowest low over a specific look-back period.
o Range Average: Calculates an average based on the previous price range.
• Dynamic Take Profit Calculation: Automatically computes take profit levels based on the defined risk-to-reward ratio.
• Visual Chart Elements: Draws breakout lines, stop loss and take profit indicators, labels (e.g., "🚀 Breakout Buy", "🔴 Stop Loss", "🟢 Take Profit"), and boxes marking accumulation zones for easy visualization.
• Alert Conditions: Includes alert functionality to notify traders when breakout conditions are met, enabling timely trading decisions.
How to Use:
1. Customization: Adjust settings such as the breakout periods for price and volume, the length of the SMA, stop loss options, and the risk-to-reward ratio to fit your trading strategy.
2. Signal Identification: When the price exceeds the highest value from the previous period, accompanied by high volume and confirmation from the SMA, the indicator displays a "Breakout Buy" signal.
3. Risk Management: The indicator calculates appropriate stop loss and take profit levels automatically based on your selected parameters, ensuring a balanced risk/reward setup.
4. Alerts: Utilize the built-in alert conditions to receive notifications whenever the breakout criteria are satisfied, helping you act promptly.
PLEASE USE IT AS PER YOUR OWN RISK MANAGEMENT STRATEGIES.
Keywords:
#Breakout #Trading #VolumeAnalysis #TechnicalAnalysis #PriceAction #RiskManagement #TrendFollowing #TradingSignals #PriceBreakout #SmartTrading #JemmyTrade
5-Min First Candle Breakout/BreakdownAwesome! Here's a basic Pine Script (v5) for a First 5-minute candle breakout/breakdown strategy with Buy/Sell signals and price labels. This script works by capturing the high and low of the first candle of the session and then showing signals when those levels are broken.
You can customize it further for Entry, Stop Loss, Target, etc., but this gives you the foundation with labels for buys/sells based on breakout/breakdown.
Bollinger Bands MTF & Kalman Filter | Flux Charts📈 Multi-Timeframe Kalman Filtered Bollinger Bands Indicator
Introducing our MTF Kalman Filtered Bollinger Bands – a powerful multi-timeframe Bollinger Bands (BB) indicator enhanced with Kalman filtering for superior smoothing and trend analysis. This indicator dynamically adapts Bollinger Bands across multiple timeframes while incorporating volume-based gradient transparency to highlight significant price movements. This indicator is better optimized for lower timeframes.
❓ How to Interpret the Bands & Volume Gradient:
Our indicator combines Lower Timeframe (LTF) and Higher Timeframe (HTF) Bollinger Bands to provide a comprehensive trend analysis. It applies Kalman filtering to the LTF bands, ensuring smoother, noise-reduced signals. The color gradient and relative volume-based transparency offer deeper insights into price strength.
🔹 LTF Bollinger Bands: Shorter-period bands filtered with a Kalman smoothing algorithm, reducing lag and noise.
🔹 HTF Bollinger Bands: Traditional Bollinger Bands plotted on a higher timeframe, offering macro trend analysis.
🔹 Volume Gradient Transparency: The bands adjust their opacity based on relative buy/sell volume, allowing traders to assess momentum strength.
📌 How Does It Work?
1️⃣ Multi-Timeframe Bollinger Bands Calculation
The LTF BB uses Kalman filtering for a smoother price representation, helping to reduce false signals.
The HTF BB is EMA-smoothed for improved trend clarity.
2️⃣ Adaptive Gradient Transparency
The opacity of the fill color between the bands is determined by relative buy/sell volume.
Higher buy volume = stronger bullish signal (greener bands).
Higher sell volume = stronger bearish signal (redder bands).
3️⃣ Dynamic Trend Signals & Breakouts
Buy Signal: When price breaks below the HTF lower band and LTF bands start rising.
Sell Signal: When price breaks above the HTF upper band and LTF bands start falling.
⚙️ Settings & Customization:
🛠 LTF and HTF Bollinger Bands Settings:
Multiplier: The multiplier applied to the BB to determine the upper and lower bands
Length: Define the number of bars determines the BB calculations.
Custom Timeframe Selection: Choose from predefined options (e.g., 5m, 15m, 1H, 4H, etc).
🎨 Gradient & Transparency Settings:
Bullish/Bearish Color Options: Customize colors for uptrend and downtrend conditions.
Max & Min Opacity: Adjust the transparency levels based on volume intensity.
Solid vs. Gradient Mode: Choose between a gradient fill or a solid color mode for clarity.
📌 Recommended Settings for Optimal Use:
1️⃣ Timeframe Selection (LTF -> HTF):
1 min -> 5 min
2 min -> 5 min
3 min -> 15 min
5 min -> 15 min
15 min -> 1 hr
1 hr -> 4 hr
4 hr -> 1 day
2️⃣ Multiplier: Use 2.0 for LTF and 2.25 for HTF
3️⃣Length: Use a length of 20 - 30 bars
🚀 Why Use This Indicator?
✅ Multi-Timeframe Bollinger Bands with Kalman Filtering – Ideal for traders looking for reduced lag and clearer trend signals.
✅ Volume-Based Transparency – See momentum shifts instantly with adaptive opacity.
✅ Dynamic Buy & Sell Signals – Alerts based on price action + volume trends.
✅ Customizable for Any Strategy – Adjust colors, timeframes, and filtering options for personalized trading.
Kalman Filter Trend BreakersThe Kalman filter is a recursive algorithm developed in 1960 by Rudolf E. Kálmán, a Hungarian-American engineer and mathematician, that provides optimal estimates of a system's state by combining noisy measurements with a predictive model. It is widely used in control systems, signal processing, and finance for tracking and forecasting.
In trading, KF might be a good replacement for a moving average, as it reacts to price changes in a different way. Not only it follows price direction, but can also track the velocity of price change. This specific behaviour of KF is used in this indicator to track changes in trends.
Trend is characterized by price moving directionally, however, any trend comes to pause or complete stop and reversal, as the price changes more slowly (a trend fades into a sideways movement for a while) or the price movement changes direction, thus making a reversal.
This indicator detects the points where such changes occur (trend breaker points), and produces signals, which serve as points of current trend pausing or reversing. By applying different settings for KF calculation, you can produce less or more signals that indicate change in trend character, and either detect only significant trends changes, or less and shorter trends changes as well.
The signals do not differentiate the exact type of a trend change (it can be a brief trend pause followed by a continuation, as well as a complete reversal). However, once you are in a trend, the significant velocity change indicates a change in trend structure. In this sense, trend breaker signals should not be followed blindly, and can be used only as trend (and subsequently, position) exit confirmations, but not the entry contrarian confirmations.
For better visual representation, you can use chart signals attached to bars, and additionally paint a vertical gradient at each signal which shows significant trend deceleration.
Kalman filter calculations used in this indicator are partially based on an open-source code from @loxx which was published in 2022 as Kalman filter overlay .
Volatility Momentum Breakout StrategyDescription:
Overview:
The Volatility Momentum Breakout Strategy is designed to capture significant price moves by combining a volatility breakout approach with trend and momentum filters. This strategy dynamically calculates breakout levels based on market volatility and uses these levels along with trend and momentum conditions to identify trade opportunities.
How It Works:
1. Volatility Breakout:
• Methodology:
The strategy computes the highest high and lowest low over a defined lookback period (excluding the current bar to avoid look-ahead bias). A multiple of the Average True Range (ATR) is then added to (or subtracted from) these levels to form dynamic breakout thresholds.
• Purpose:
This method helps capture significant price movements (breakouts) while ensuring that only past data is used, thereby maintaining realistic signal generation.
2. Trend Filtering:
• Methodology:
A short-term Exponential Moving Average (EMA) is applied to determine the prevailing trend.
• Purpose:
Long trades are considered only when the current price is above the EMA, indicating an uptrend, while short trades are taken only when the price is below the EMA, indicating a downtrend.
3. Momentum Confirmation:
• Methodology:
The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is used to gauge market momentum.
• Purpose:
For long entries, the RSI must be above a mid-level (e.g., above 50) to confirm upward momentum, and for short entries, it must be below a similar threshold. This helps filter out signals during overextended conditions.
Entry Conditions:
• Long Entry:
A long position is triggered when the current closing price exceeds the calculated long breakout level, the price is above the short-term EMA, and the RSI confirms momentum (e.g., above 50).
• Short Entry:
A short position is triggered when the closing price falls below the calculated short breakout level, the price is below the EMA, and the RSI confirms momentum (e.g., below 50).
Risk Management:
• Position Sizing:
Trades are sized to risk a fixed percentage of account equity (set here to 5% per trade in the code, with each trade’s stop loss defined so that risk is limited to approximately 2% of the entry price).
• Stop Loss & Take Profit:
A stop loss is placed a fixed ATR multiple away from the entry price, and a take profit target is set to achieve a 1:2 risk-reward ratio.
• Realistic Backtesting:
The strategy is backtested using an initial capital of $10,000, with a commission of 0.1% per trade and slippage of 1 tick per bar—parameters chosen to reflect conditions faced by the average trader.
Important Disclaimers:
• No Look-Ahead Bias:
All breakout levels are calculated using only past data (excluding the current bar) to ensure that the strategy does not “peek” into future data.
• Educational Purpose:
This strategy is experimental and provided solely for educational purposes. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
• User Responsibility:
Traders should thoroughly backtest and paper trade the strategy under various market conditions and adjust parameters to fit their own risk tolerance and trading style before live deployment.
Conclusion:
By integrating volatility-based breakout signals with trend and momentum filters, the Volatility Momentum Breakout Strategy offers a unique method to capture significant price moves in a disciplined manner. This publication provides a transparent explanation of the strategy’s components and realistic backtesting parameters, making it a useful tool for educational purposes and further customization by the TradingView community.
Price Level Break & Candle Pattern DetectorPrice Level Break & Candle Pattern Detector
A powerful and customizable indicator that combines price level breakout detection with candlestick pattern analysis to generate precise trading signals.
Key Features
Monitors user-defined price levels for breakouts
Identifies bullish and bearish candle patterns
Generates real-time alerts when both conditions are met
Customizable alert settings for improved trade management
How It Works
The indicator continuously monitors price action around specified price levels. When price breaks through these levels AND forms either a bullish or bearish candle pattern (based on your settings), it triggers an alert. This dual-confirmation approach helps reduce false signals and provides more reliable trading opportunities.
Use Cases
Support/Resistance breakout trading
Key price level monitoring
Trend reversal identification
Breakout confirmation
Risk management tool
Benefits
Reduces false breakout signals through pattern confirmation
Saves time by automating price level monitoring
Helps identify higher-probability trading setups
Customizable to fit various trading strategies
Perfect for both day trading and swing trading
Alert Types
Price level break alerts
Candlestick pattern formation alerts
Combined confirmation alerts
Suggested Settings
Set price levels at major support/resistance zones
Adjust candle pattern sensitivity based on timeframe
Use with multiple timeframes for confirmation
Combine with volume analysis for better accuracy
[blackcat] L1 Simple Dual Channel Breakout█ OVERVIEW
The script " L1 Simple Dual Channel Breakout" is an indicator designed to plot dual channel breakout bands and their long-term EMAs on a chart. It calculates short-term and long-term moving averages and deviations to establish upper, lower, and middle bands, which traders can use to identify potential breakout opportunities.
█ LOGICAL FRAMEWORK
Structure:
The script is structured into several main sections:
• Input Parameters: The script does not explicitly define input parameters for the user to adjust, but it uses default values for short_term_length (5) and long_term_length (181).
• Calculations: The calculate_dual_channel_breakout function performs the core calculations, including the blast condition, typical price, short-term and long-term moving averages, and dynamic moving averages.
• Plotting: The script plots the short-term bands (upper, lower, and middle) and their long-term EMAs. It also plots conditional line breaks when the short-term bands cross the long-term EMAs.
Flow of Data and Logic:
1 — The script starts by defining the calculate_dual_channel_breakout function.
2 — Inside the function, it calculates various moving averages and deviations based on the input prices and lengths.
3 — The function returns the calculated bands and EMAs.
4 — The script then calls this function with predefined lengths and plots the resulting bands and EMAs on the chart.
5 — Conditional plots are added to highlight breakouts when the short-term bands cross the long-term EMAs.
█ CUSTOM FUNCTIONS
The script defines one custom function:
• calculate_dual_channel_breakout(close_price, high_price, low_price, short_term_length, long_term_length): This function calculates the short-term and long-term bands and EMAs. It takes five parameters: close_price, high_price, low_price, short_term_length, and long_term_length. It returns an array containing the upper band, lower band, middle band, long-term upper EMA, long-term lower EMA, and long-term middle EMA.
█ KEY POINTS AND TECHNIQUES
• Typical Price Calculation: The script uses a modified typical price calculation (2 * close_price + high_price + low_price) / 4 instead of the standard (high_price + low_price + close_price) / 3.
• Short-term and Long-term Bands: The script calculates short-term bands using a simple moving average (SMA) of the typical price and long-term bands using a relative moving average (RMA) of the close price.
• Conditional Plotting: The script uses conditional plotting to highlight breakouts when the short-term bands cross the long-term EMAs, enhancing visual identification of trading signals.
• EMA for Long-term Trends: The use of Exponential Moving Averages (EMAs) for long-term bands helps in smoothing out short-term fluctuations and focusing on long-term trends.
█ EXTENDED KNOWLEDGE AND APPLICATIONS
• Modifications: Users can add input parameters to allow customization of short_term_length and long_term_length, making the indicator more flexible.
• Enhancements: The script could be extended to include alerts for breakout conditions, providing traders with real-time notifications.
• Alternative Bands: Users might experiment with different types of moving averages (e.g., WMA, HMA) for the short-term and long-term bands to see if they yield better results.
• Additional Indicators: Combining this indicator with other technical indicators (e.g., RSI, MACD) could provide a more comprehensive trading strategy.
• Backtesting: Users can backtest the strategy using Pine Script's strategy functions to evaluate its performance over historical data.
Market Open Range Breakaway v1.2Script Name: Market Open Range Breakaway 1.2
This TradingView script, "Market Open Range Breakaway," highlights the market's opening range for a user-selected day of the week. It calculates the high and low prices during a specified period after the market opens, plots these levels, and tracks the opening price. The script dynamically adjusts for time zones and only displays data during market hours on the chosen day, with optional background shading for the defined range period.
Purpose: Identifies and highlights the market's opening range for a selected day of the week.
Features: Calculates and plots the high, low, and open price during the market's opening range.
Configurable range duration (e.g., 15, 30, or 60 minutes).
Automatically adjusts for different time zones.
Displays levels only during market hours on the target day.
Optional background shading for the opening range.
Inputs: Target day of the week.
Opening range duration.
Use Case: Ideal for traders looking to analyze breakout levels or price movements around the opening range.
ORB with ATR Trailing SL [Bluechip Algos]This is a simple ORB (Opening Range Breakout) Indicator that not only signals breakout directions based on the opening session range but also includes trailing stop levels to manage ongoing trades. Instead of regular fixed Stop loss, we use ATR indicator (ATR based SL) to trail the stop loss that might help in maximizing the profitable trades. This helps especially during the trending days where market moves unidirectionally.
About the Indicator
Opening Range Identification: The indicator defines an initial session timeframe and captures the highest and lowest prices during this period.
Breakout Signals: It signals potential entry points when the price crosses these range boundaries.
Trailing Stop Calculation: Customizable trailing stop-loss based on ATR percentage, helping users lock in profits.
Features
Session Customization: User-defined session for setting the opening range.
Entry Signal Customization: Allows configuration for breakouts on either a closing basis or upon touching the level.
Automatic Stop-Loss Adjustments: Dynamic trailing stop levels that adapt to both long and short entries.
Visual Display: Highlights breakout levels and plots lines representing stop-loss levels.
Understanding the Indicator
Range Calculation: After defining the session, the high and low of the session are locked. The high serves as the upper breakout boundary, and the low as the lower boundary.
Signals (Buy and Sell): The indicator uses crossover conditions:
Buy Signal ("B") when price crosses above the ORB high.
Sell Signal ("S") when price crosses below the ORB low.
Trail Stop Calculation: When a signal is triggered, a trailing stop level is set and updates as the trade progresses:
Long positions have a stop-loss based on a percentage below the last closing price.
Short positions have a stop-loss based on a percentage above the last closing price.
Input Parameters
Session Time (ORB Session Time): Start and end times for setting the ORB range.
Signal Configuration: Choice between "CLOSE" (signal on close) or "TOUCH" (signal as soon as level is touched).
ATR Percentage: Sets the percentage for the trailing stop calculation.
WillStop Pro [tradeviZion]WillStop Pro : A Step-by-Step Guide for Beginners to Master Trend Trading
Welcome to an in-depth guide to the WillStop Pro indicator. This article will walk you through the key features, how to use them effectively, and how this tool can help you navigate the markets confidently. WillStop Pro is based on principles established by Larry Williams, a well-known figure in trading, and aims to help you manage trades more effectively without overcomplicating things.
This guide will help you understand the basics of the WillStop Pro indicator, how to interpret its signals, and how to use it step-by-step to manage risk and identify opportunities in your trading journey. We will also cover the underlying logic and calculations for advanced users interested in more details.
What is the WillStop Pro Indicator?
The WillStop Pro indicator is a user-friendly tool that helps traders establish stop levels dynamically. It helps you figure out optimal points to enter or exit trades, while managing risk effectively during changing market conditions. The indicator tracks trending markets and sets price levels as stops for ongoing trades, making it suitable both for deciding when to enter and exit trades.
The indicator is beginner-friendly because it simplifies complex calculations and presents the results visually. This allows traders to focus more on their decision-making process instead of spending time with complex analysis.
WillStop Pro adapts to different market conditions, whether you're trading stocks, forex, commodities, or cryptocurrencies. It adjusts stop levels dynamically based on current market momentum, providing a practical way to manage both risk and reward.
Another significant benefit of WillStop Pro is that it works well with other indicators. Beginners can use it on its own or combine it with other tools like moving averages or oscillators to form a comprehensive trading strategy. Whether you are trading daily or looking at longer-term trends, WillStop Pro helps you manage your trades effectively.
Key Features of WillStop Pro
Dynamic Stop Levels : WillStop Pro calculates real-time stop levels for both long (buy) and short (sell) positions. This helps you protect your profits and reduce risk. The stop levels adjust based on the current market environment, making them more adaptable compared to fixed stop levels.
Advanced Stop Settings : There are optional settings to make the stop calculations more advanced, which take into consideration previous price movements to refine where the stops should be placed. These settings provide more precise control over your trades.
Break Signals and Alerts : The indicator provides visual signals, like arrows, to show when a stop level has been broken. This makes it easier for you to identify possible reversals and understand when the market direction is changing.
Comprehensive Table Display : A small table on the chart shows the current trend, the stop level, and whether advanced mode is active. This simple display provides an overview of the market, making decision-making easier.
Based on Larry Williams' Methodology : WillStop Pro builds upon Larry Williams' ideas, which are designed to capture major market trends while managing risk effectively. It provides a systematic way to follow these strategies without requiring deep technical analysis skills.
How Are Stop Levels Calculated? (For Advanced Users)
The WillStop Pro indicator determines stop levels by evaluating highs, lows, and closing prices over a specific lookback period. It uses this information to identify key points that justify adjusting your stop level, and there are separate approaches for both long and short positions.
Below, we explain the mathematical logic behind the stop calculations, along with some code snippets to give advanced users a clearer understanding.
For Long Stops (buy positions): The indicator looks for the highest closing price within the lookback period and continues until it finds three valid bars that meet certain criteria. Stops are adjusted to skip bars that have consecutive upward closes to ensure that the stop is placed at a level that offers solid support. Specifically, the function iterates over recent bars to determine the highest closing value, and checks for specific conditions before finalizing the stop level. Here is an excerpt of the relevant code:
getTrueLow(idx) => math.min(low , close )
findStopLevels() =>
float highestClose = close
int highestCloseIndex = 0
for i = 0 to lookback
if close > highestClose
highestClose := close
highestCloseIndex := i
// Logic to adjust based on up close skipping
int longCount = 0
int longCurrentIndex = highestCloseIndex
while longCount < 3 and longCurrentIndex < 100
if not isInsideBar(longCurrentIndex)
longCount += 1
longCurrentIndex += 1
// Determine the lowest low for the stop level
float longStopLevel = high * 2
for i = searchIndex to highestCloseIndex
longStopLevel := math.min(longStopLevel, getTrueLow(i))
// Apply offset
longStopLevel := longStopLevel - (offsetTicks * tickSize)
In this code snippet, the function findStopLevels() calculates the long stop level by first identifying the highest close within the lookback period and then finding a suitable support level while skipping certain conditions, such as inside bars or consecutive upward closes. Finally, the user-defined offset ( offsetTicks ) is applied to determine the stop level.
For Short Stops (sell positions): Similarly, the indicator finds the lowest closing price within the lookback period and then identifies three bars that fit the conditions for a short stop. It avoids using bars with consecutive down closes to help find a more robust resistance level. Here's a relevant code snippet:
getTrueHigh(idx) => math.max(high , close )
findStopLevels() =>
float lowestClose = close
int lowestCloseIndex = 0
for i = 0 to lookback
if close < lowestClose
lowestClose := close
lowestCloseIndex := i
// Logic to adjust based on down close skipping
int shortCount = 0
int shortCurrentIndex = lowestCloseIndex
while shortCount < 3 and shortCurrentIndex < 100
if not isInsideBar(shortCurrentIndex)
shortCount += 1
shortCurrentIndex += 1
// Determine the highest high for the stop level
float shortStopLevel = 0
for i = searchIndex to lowestCloseIndex
shortStopLevel := math.max(shortStopLevel, getTrueHigh(i))
// Apply offset
shortStopLevel := shortStopLevel + (offsetTicks * tickSize)
Here, findStopLevels() calculates the short stop level by finding the lowest closing price within the lookback period. It then determines the highest value that acts as a resistance level, excluding bars that do not fit certain criteria.
Volume Confirmation for Alert Accuracy : To further enhance the stop level accuracy, volume is used as a confirmation filter. The average volume (volAvg) is calculated over a 20-period moving average, and alerts are only generated if the volume exceeds a defined threshold (volMultiplier). This ensures that price movements are significant enough to consider as meaningful signals.
volAvg = ta.sma(volume, 20)
isVolumeConfirmed() =>
result = requireVolumeConfirmation ? volume > (volAvg * volMultiplier) : true
result
This additional logic ensures that stop level breaks or adjustments are not triggered during periods of low trading activity, thus enhancing the reliability of the generated signals.
These calculations are at the core of WillStop Pro's ability to determine dynamic stop levels that respond effectively to market movements, helping traders manage risk by placing stops at levels that make sense given historical price and volume data.
How to Identify Opportunities with WillStop Pro
WillStop Pro provides various signals that help you decide when to enter or exit a trade:
When a Stop Level is Broken: If a stop level (support for long positions or resistance for short positions) is broken, it may indicate a reversal. WillStop Pro visually plots arrows whenever a stop level is breached, making it easy for you to see where changes might occur. This feature helps traders identify momentum shifts quickly.
Support and Resistance Levels: The indicator plots support and resistance levels, which show key zones to watch for opportunities. These levels often act as psychological barriers in the market, where price action may either reverse or stall temporarily.
Dynamic State Management: The indicator shifts between long and short states based on price action, providing real-time feedback. This helps traders stick to their trading plan without second-guessing the market.
A major advantage of WillStop Pro is that it responds well to changing market conditions. By identifying when key support or resistance levels break, it allows you to adjust your strategies and react to new opportunities accordingly. Whether the market is trending strongly or staying within a range, WillStop Pro provides valuable information to help guide your trades.
Setting Up Alerts
Alerts are an important feature in trading, especially when you can’t be in front of your charts all the time. WillStop Pro has been enhanced to include flexible alert settings to help you stay on top of your trades without constantly monitoring the charts.
Enable Alerts: There is a master switch to enable or disable all alerts. This way, you can control whether you want to be notified of events at any time.
Alert Frequency: Choose between receiving alerts Once Per Bar or Once Per Bar Close . This helps you manage the frequency of alerts and decide if you need real-time updates or want confirmation after a bar closes.
Break Alerts: These alerts notify you when a stop level has been broken. This can help you catch potential reversals or trading opportunities as soon as they happen.
Strong Break Alerts: Alerts are available for strong breaks, which occur when the price breaks stop levels with confirmation based on additional price, volume, and momentum criteria. These alerts help identify significant shifts in the market.
Level Change Alerts: These alerts tell you whenever a new stop level is calculated, keeping you updated about changes in market dynamics. You can set a Minimum Level Change % to ensure that alerts are only triggered when the stop level changes significantly.
Require Volume Confirmation: You can opt to receive alerts only if the volume is above a certain threshold. This confirmation helps reduce false signals by ensuring that significant price changes are backed by increased trading activity.
Volume Multiplier: The volume multiplier allows you to set a minimum volume requirement that must be met for an alert to trigger. This ensures that alerts are triggered only when there is sufficient trading interest.
Here is a part of the updated alert logic that has been implemented in the indicator:
// Alert on break conditions
if alertsEnabled
if alertOnBreaks
if longStopBroken and isVolumeConfirmed()
alert(createAlertMessage("Support Break - Short Signal", useAdvancedStops), alertFreq)
if shortStopBroken and isVolumeConfirmed()
alert(createAlertMessage("Resistance Break - Long Signal", useAdvancedStops), alertFreq)
// Strong break alerts
if alertOnStrongBreaks
if longStopBroken and isStrongBreak(false)
alert(createAlertMessage("Strong Support Break - Short Signal", useAdvancedStops), alertFreq)
if shortStopBroken and isStrongBreak(true)
alert(createAlertMessage("Strong Resistance Break - Long Signal", useAdvancedStops), alertFreq)
// Level change alerts
if alertOnLevelChanges and isSignificantChange() and isVolumeConfirmed()
alert(createAlertMessage("Significant Level Change", useAdvancedStops), alertFreq)
Setting alerts allows you to react to market changes without having to watch the charts constantly. Alerts are particularly helpful if you have other responsibilities and can’t be actively monitoring your trades all day.
Understanding the Table Display
The WillStop Pro indicator provides a status table that gives an overview of the current market state. Here’s what the table shows:
Indicator Status: The table indicates whether the indicator is in a LONG or SHORT state. This helps you quickly understand the market trend.
Stop Level: The active stop level is shown, whether it is acting as support (long) or resistance (short). This is important for knowing where to set your protective stops.
Mode: The table also displays whether the advanced calculation mode is being used. This keeps you informed about how stop levels are being calculated and why they are positioned where they are.
Empowering Messages: The table also includes motivational messages that rotate periodically, such as 'Trade with Clarity, Stop with Precision' and 'Let Winners Run, Cut Losses Short.' These messages are designed to keep you focused, motivated, and disciplined during your trading journey.
The table is simple and easy to follow, helping you maintain discipline in your trading plan. By having all the essential information in one place, the table reduces the need to make quick, emotional decisions and promotes more thoughtful analysis.
Tips for Using WillStop Pro Effectively
Here are some practical ways to make the most of the WillStop Pro indicator:
Start with Default Settings: If you’re new to the indicator, start with the default settings. This will give you an idea of how stop levels are determined and how they adjust to different markets.
Experiment with Advanced Settings: Once you are comfortable, try using the advanced stop settings to see how they refine the stop levels. This can be useful in certain market conditions to improve accuracy.
Use Alerts to Stay Updated: Set up alerts for when a stop level is broken or when new levels are calculated. This helps you take action without constantly watching the chart. Swing traders may find alerts especially helpful for monitoring longer-term moves.
Monitor the Status Table: Keep an eye on the status table to understand the current market condition. Whether the indicator is in a LONG or SHORT state can help you make more informed decisions.
Focus on Risk Management: WillStop Pro is designed to help you manage risk by dynamically adjusting stop levels. Make sure you are using these levels to protect your trades, especially during strong trends or volatile periods.
Acknowledging Larry Williams' Influence
WillStop Pro is inspired by the work of Larry Williams, who described the approach as one of his best trading techniques. His method aims to ride major market trends while reducing the risk of giving back gains during corrections. WillStop Pro builds upon this approach, adding features like advanced stop settings and visual alerts that make it easier to apply in modern markets.
By using WillStop Pro, you are essentially leveraging a well-established trading strategy with additional tools that help improve its effectiveness. The indicator is designed to provide a reliable way to manage trades, stay on top of market conditions, and reduce emotional decision-making.
Conclusion: Why WillStop Pro is Great for Beginners and Advanced Users
The WillStop Pro is a powerful yet easy-to-use tool that helps traders ride trends while managing risk during market corrections. It can be used both for entering and exiting trades, and its visual features make it accessible for those who are new to trading, while the underlying logic appeals to advanced users seeking greater control and understanding.
WillStop Pro is more than just a tool for setting stops. It is a comprehensive solution for managing trades, with features like dynamic stop levels, customizable alerts, and an easy-to-understand status table. This combination of simplicity and advanced features makes it suitable for beginners as well as more experienced traders.
We hope this guide helps you get started with WillStop Pro and improves your trading confidence. Remember to start with the basics, explore the advanced features, and set alerts to stay informed without getting overwhelmed. Whether you’re just beginning or want to simplify your strategy, WillStop Pro is a valuable tool to have in your trading arsenal.
Trading can be challenging, but the right tools make it more manageable. WillStop Pro helps you keep track of market movements, identify opportunities, and manage risk effectively. Give it a try and see how it can improve your trading decisions and help you navigate the markets more efficiently.
By incorporating WillStop Pro into your strategy, you are following a systematic approach that has been refined over time. It’s designed to help you make sense of the markets, plan your trades, and manage your risks with greater clarity and confidence.
Note: Always practice proper risk management and thoroughly test the indicator to ensure it aligns with your trading strategy. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
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ICT KillZones + Pivot Points [TradingFinder] Support/Resistance 🟣 Introduction
Pivot Points are critical levels on a price chart where trading activity is notably high. These points are derived from the prior day's price data and serve as key reference markers for traders' decision-making processes.
Types of Pivot Points :
Floor
Woodie
Camarilla
Fibonacci
🔵 Floor Pivot Points
Widely utilized in technical analysis, floor pivot points are essential in identifying support and resistance levels. The central pivot point (PP) acts as the primary level, suggesting the trend's likely direction.
The additional resistance levels (R1, R2, R3) and support levels (S1, S2, S3) offer further insight into potential trend reversals or continuations.
🔵 Camarilla Pivot Points
Featuring eight distinct levels, Camarilla pivot points closely correspond with support and resistance, making them highly effective for setting stop-loss orders and profit targets.
🔵 Woodie Pivot Points
Similar to floor pivot points, Woodie pivot points differ by placing greater emphasis on the closing price, often resulting in different pivot levels compared to the floor method.
🔵 Fibonacci Pivot Points
Fibonacci pivot points combine the standard floor pivot points with Fibonacci retracement levels applied to the previous trading period's range. Common retracement levels used are 38.2%, 61.8%, and 100%.
🟣 Sessions
Financial markets are divided into specific time segments, known as sessions, each with unique characteristics and activity levels. These sessions are active at different times throughout the day.
The primary sessions in financial markets include :
Asian Session
European Session
New York Session
The timing of these major sessions in UTC is as follows :
Asian Session: 23:00 to 06:00
European Session: 07:00 to 14:25
New York Session: 14:30 to 22:55
🟣 Kill Zones
Kill zones are periods within a session marked by heightened trading activity. During these times, trading volume surges and price movements become more pronounced.
The timing of the major kill zones in UTC is :
Asian Kill Zone: 23:00 to 03:55
European Kill Zone: 07:00 to 09:55
New York Kill Zone: 14:30 to 16:55
Combining kill zones and pivot points in financial market analysis provides several advantages :
Enhanced Market Sentiment Analysis : Aligns key price levels with high-activity periods for a clearer market sentiment.
Improved Timing for Trade Entries and Exits : Helps better time trades based on when price movements are most likely.
Higher Probability of Successful Trades : Increases the accuracy of predicting market movements and placing profitable trades.
Strategic Stop-Loss and Profit Target Placement : Allows for precise risk management by strategically setting stop-loss and profit targets.
Versatility Across Different Time Frames : Effective in both short and long time frames, suitable for various trading strategies.
Enhanced Trend Identification and Confirmation : Confirms trends using both pivot levels and high-activity periods, ensuring stronger trend validation.
In essence, this integrated approach enhances decision-making, optimizes trading performance, and improves risk management.
🟣 How to Use
🔵 Two Approaches to Trading Pivot Points
There are two main strategies for trading pivot points: utilizing "pivot point breakouts" and "price reversals."
🔵 Pivot Point Breakout
When the price breaks through pivot lines, it signals a shift in market sentiment to the trader. In the case of an upward breakout, where the price crosses these pivot lines, a trader might enter a long position, placing their stop-loss just below the pivot point (P).
Conversely, if the price breaks downward, a short position can be initiated below the pivot point. When using the pivot point breakout strategy, the first and second support levels can serve as profit targets in an upward trend. In a downward trend, these roles are filled by the first and second resistance levels.
🔵 Price Reversal
An alternative method involves waiting for the price to reverse at the support and resistance levels. To implement this strategy, traders should take positions opposite to the prevailing trend as the price rebounds from the pivot point.
While this tool is commonly used in higher time frames, it tends to produce better results in shorter time frames, such as 1-hour, 30-minute, and 15-minute intervals.
Three Strategies for Trading the Kill Zone
There are three principal strategies for trading within the kill zone :
Kill Zone Hunt
Breakout and Pullback to Kill Zone
Trading in the Trend of the Kill Zone
🔵 Kill Zone Hunt
This strategy involves waiting until the kill zone concludes and its high and low lines are established. If the price reaches one of these lines within the same session and is strongly rejected, a trade can be executed.
🔵 Breakout and Pullback to Kill Zone
In this approach, once the kill zone ends and its high and low lines stabilize, a trade can be made if the price breaks one of these lines decisively within the same session and then pulls back to that level.
🔵 Trading in the Trend of the Kill Zone
Kill zones are characterized by high trading volumes and strong trends. Therefore, trades can be placed in the direction of the prevailing trend. For instance, if an upward trend dominates this area, a buy trade can be entered when the price reaches a demand order block.
Pivot Points Level [TradingFinder] 4 Methods + Reversal lines🔵 Introduction
"Pivot Points" are places on the price chart where buyers and sellers are most active. Pivot points are calculated based on the previous day's price data and serve as reference points for traders to make decisions.
Types of Pivot Points :
Floor
Woodie
Camarilla
Fibonacci
🟣 Floor Pivot Points
Floor pivot points are widely used in technical analysis. The central pivot point (PP) serves as the main level of support or resistance, indicating the potential direction of the trend.
The first to third levels of resistance (R1, R2, R3) and support (S1, S2, S3) provide additional signals for potential trend reversals or continuations.
Floor Pivot Points Formula :
Pivot Point (PP): (H + L + C) / 3
First Resistance (R1): (2 * P) - L
Second Resistance (R2): P + H - L
Third Resistance (R3): H + 2 * (P - L)
First Support (S1): (2 * P) - H
Second Support (S2): P - H + L
Third Support (S3): L - 2 * (H - P)
🟣 Camarilla Pivot Points
Camarilla pivot points include eight levels that closely align with support and resistance. These points are particularly useful for setting stop-loss and profit targets.
Camarilla Pivot Points Formula :
Fourth Resistance (R4): (H - L) * 1.1 / 2 + C
Third Resistance (R3): (H - L) * 1.1 / 4 + C
Second Resistance (R2): (H - L) * 1.1 / 6 + C
First Resistance (R1): (H - L) * 1.1 / 12 + C
First Support (S1): C - (H - L) * 1.1 / 12
Second Support (S2): C - (H - L) * 1.1 / 6
Third Support (S3): C - (H - L) * 1.1 / 4
Fourth Support (S4): C - (H - L) * 1.1 / 2
🟣 Woodie Pivot Points
Woodie pivot points are similar to floor pivot points but place more emphasis on the closing price. This method often results in different pivot levels than the floor method.
Woodie Pivot Points Formula :
Pivot Point (PP): (H + L + 2 * C) / 4
First Resistance (R1): (2 * P) - L
Second Resistance (R2): P + H - L
First Support (S1): (2 * P) - H
Second Support (S2): P - H + L
🟣 Fibonacci Pivot Points
Fibonacci pivot points use the standard floor pivot points and then apply Fibonacci retracement levels to the range of the previous trading period. The common retracement levels used are 38.2%, 61.8%, and 100%.
Fibonacci Pivot Points Formula :
Pivot Point (PP): (H + L + C) / 3
Third Resistance (R3): PP + ((H - L) * 1.000)
Second Resistance (R2): PP + ((H - L) * 0.618)
First Resistance (R1): PP + ((H - L) * 0.382)
First Support (S1): PP - ((H - L) * 0.382)
Second Support (S2): PP - ((H - L) * 0.618)
Third Support (S3): PP - ((H - L) * 1.000)
These pivot point calculations help traders identify potential support and resistance levels, enabling more informed decision-making in their trading strategies.
🔵 How to Use
🟣 Two Methods for Trading Pivot Points
There are two primary methods for trading pivot points: trading with "pivot point breakouts" and trading with "price reversals."
🟣 Pivot Point Breakout
A breakout through pivot lines provides a significant signal to the trader, indicating a change in market sentiment. When an upward breakout occurs and the price crosses these lines, a trader can enter a long position and place their stop-loss below the pivot point (P).
Similarly, if a downward breakout happens, a short order can be placed below the pivot point.
When trading with pivot point breakouts, if the upward trend breaks, the first and second support levels can be the trader's profit targets. In a downward trend, the first and second resistance levels will serve this role.
🟣 Price Reversal
Another method for trading pivot points is waiting for the price to reverse from the support and resistance levels. To execute this strategy, one should trade in the opposite direction of the trend as the price reverses from the pivot point.
It's worth noting that although traders use this tool in higher time frames, it yields better results in shorter time frames such as one-hour, 30-minute, and 15-minute intervals.
ACD Indicator [TradingFinder] M Fisher Pivots Methodology Signal🔵 Introduction
The book "The Logical Trader" begins with a comprehensive review of the ACD Methodology principles, which include identifying specific price points related to the opening range.
This method allows you to set reference points for trading and use points "A" and "C" for trade entry. You will also learn about the "Pivot Range" and how to combine them with the ACD method to maximize position size and minimize risk.
In this indicator, the strategy is implemented to make it easier to use.
🔵 How to Use
The "ACD" strategy can be applied to various markets such as stocks, commodities, or forex, providing buy and sell signals that allow you to set your price targets and stop losses.
This strategy is based on the assumption that the opening range of trades is statistically significant each day, meaning the initial market fluctuations influence the market until the end of the day.
The ACD trading strategy is known as a breakout strategy and performs best in volatile or strongly trending markets, such as crude oil and stocks.
Some of the rules for using the ACD strategy include the following :
Consider points A and C as reference points and continuously pay attention to these points during trades. These points serve as entry and exit points for trades.
Examine daily and multi-day pivot ranges to analyze market trends. If the price is above the pivots, the trend is upward, and if below the pivots, the trend is downward.
Trading with the ACD strategy in forex is possible using the ACD indicator. This indicator is a technical tool used to measure the balance between supply and demand in the market. By analyzing trading volume and price, this indicator helps traders identify trend strength and suitable entry and exit points.
To use the ACD indicator, consider the following :
Identifying strong trends: The ACD indicator can help you identify strong and stable trends in the market.
Determining entry and exit points: ACD provides buy and sell signals to enter or exit trades at the best possible time.
Bullish Setup :
When the "A up" line is broken, it is advisable to wait for some time to ensure that this is not a "Fake Breakout" and that the price stabilizes above this line.
After entering the trade, the best stop loss you can choose is below the "A down" line. However, it is recommended to test this in backtests to achieve the best results. The suitable reward-to-risk ratio for this strategy is 1, which should also be backtested.
Bearish Setup :
When the "A down" line is broken, it is advisable to wait for some time to ensure that this is not a "Fake Breakout" and that the price stabilizes below this line.
After entering the trade, the best stop loss you can choose is above the "A up" line. However, it is recommended to test this in backtests to achieve the best results. The suitable reward-to-risk ratio for this strategy is 1, which should also be backtested.
🔵 Setting
NDay Pivot Range Period : Using this entry you can specify the number of days to calculate NDay Pivot Range.
Show Daily Pivot Range : Set the Daily Pivot color and displayed or not.
Show NDay Pivot Range : Set the NDay Pivot color and displayed or not.
ATR Period Levels : Determining the period of the ATR indicator, which is used to determine the A and C levels.
Show Tokyo ACD Setup : Set the Tokyo ACD Setup color and displayed or not.
Tokyo Opening Range Time : The amount of time taken to determine the opening range. You can set this number between 5 and 60 minutes.
Tokyo Session : Market start and end time.
A Level Multiplier : The coefficient that is multiplied by ATR to determine the distance of line A up and A down.
C Level Multiplier : The coefficient that is multiplied by ATR to determine the distance of line C up and C down.
The same settings exist for the London and New York sessions.
Pivot Points + Day First Candle Breakout + VWAP + Supertrend This indicator amalgamates several key indicators to provide a comprehensive analysis for trading decisions, including SuperTrend, Pivot Points, VWAP, along with the Day First Candle Breakout strategy.
Key Features:
Day First Candle Breakout: Identifies potential breakout opportunities based on the first candle of the trading day. It utilizes the high and low of the initial trading range to determine entry points.
Timeframe Selection: Allows users to select the timeframe for analyzing the first candle (e.g., 5, 15, or 60 minutes).
Previous Day and Week High/Low: Displays the high and low of the previous day and week to provide additional context for trading decisions and assess the strength of the trend.
Trend Strength Analysis: Indicates whether the current price is above or below the previous day's high or low, signaling a stronger bullish or bearish trend respectively.
SuperTrend Indicator: Visualizes the trend direction and potential reversal points based on the SuperTrend indicator. It helps traders to stay aligned with the prevailing trend and avoid premature exits.
Pivot Points: Presents key support and resistance levels derived from Pivot Points, assisting traders in identifying potential reversal or breakout zones.
VWAP (Volume Weighted Average Price): Plots VWAP to provide insight into the average price traded over a given period, aiding in determining the fair value of the asset and potential buying/selling zones.
Trading Signals:
Buy Signal: Triggered when the price exceeds the high of the initial trading range after an upward price gap.
Sell Signal: Generated when the price falls below the low of the initial trading range after a downward price gap.
Caveats for Effective Trading:
Extended Trading Ranges: Adjusts support and resistance levels if the initial trading range extends beyond the defined timeframe.
Morning Noise Consideration: Exercises caution during volatile morning sessions to avoid false breakouts and whipsaws.
Pullbacks and Narrow Range Bars: Looks for opportunities during pullbacks or when the price forms narrow range bars to enter trades, reducing the risk of sudden reversals.
