FADE GIGA CANDLE STRAT# 🔥 FADE GIGA CANDLE STRATEGY
## Overview
The **Fade Giga Candle Strategy** is a contrarian trading indicator designed to identify extreme price movements (called "Giga Candles") and predict mean reversion opportunities. This strategy is specifically optimized for Polymarket's 15-minute crypto prediction markets (BTC, ETH, SOL, XRP) but can be applied to any timeframe.
**Core Concept:** When price makes an unusually large move with extreme RSI and high volume, it often reverses in the next period. This indicator detects those moments and signals to "fade" (bet against) the move.
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## 📊 What Does It Do?
### Signal Generation
- **FADE BEARISH (📉)**: Detects massive green candles → Predicts price will go DOWN next
- **FADE BULLISH (📈)**: Detects massive red candles → Predicts price will go UP next
### Real-Time Stats
- Win Rate tracking
- Total Return calculation
- Expected Value (EV) analysis
- Breakeven threshold display (57.14% for 75% win / 100% loss structure)
### Visual Alerts
- Chart labels showing predictions
- Background highlighting on signal candles
- Stats table in top-right corner
- RSI indicator with overbought/oversold zones
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## ⚙️ How It Works
### 1. Giga Candle Detection
The indicator analyzes the last 500 candles and identifies "Giga Candles" based on:
- **Body Size Percentile** (default 93rd): Only the top 7% largest candles qualify
- **Minimum Body %** (default 0.5%): Filters out noise on small moves
### 2. Confirmation Filters
Before generating a signal, the indicator checks:
**RSI Filter (Optional)**
- RSI must be ≥70 (overbought) OR ≤30 (oversold)
- Indicates price is at an extreme level
**Volume Filter (Optional)**
- Current volume must be ≥1.5x the 20-period average
- Confirms the move has conviction
### 3. Fade Logic
```
IF Giga Green Candle + RSI Extreme + High Volume
→ FADE BEARISH (predict DOWN)
IF Giga Red Candle + RSI Extreme + High Volume
→ FADE BULLISH (predict UP)
```
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## 🎛️ Settings & Parameters
### Giga Candle Detection
| Parameter | Default | Range | Description |
|-----------|---------|-------|-------------|
| **Giga Candle Percentile** | 93.0 | 80-99 | Top X% of candles by body size. 93 = only top 7% qualify as "giga" |
| **Min Body % (Safety)** | 0.5 | 0.1-2.0 | Minimum body size as % of price. Prevents false signals on low volatility |
### RSI Filter
| Parameter | Default | Range | Description |
|-----------|---------|-------|-------------|
| **Use RSI Filter** | ON | ON/OFF | Require RSI to be extreme before signaling |
| **RSI Length** | 14 | 5-50 | Period for RSI calculation |
| **RSI Overbought** | 70 | 60-85 | Threshold for overbought condition |
| **RSI Oversold** | 30 | 15-40 | Threshold for oversold condition |
### Volume Filter
| Parameter | Default | Range | Description |
|-----------|---------|-------|-------------|
| **Use Volume Filter** | ON | ON/OFF | Require high volume before signaling |
| **Volume SMA Length** | 20 | 10-50 | Period for average volume calculation |
| **Volume Multiplier** | 1.5 | 1.0-3.0 | Current volume must be X times the average |
### Display Options
- **Show Signal Labels**: Display prediction labels on chart
- **Highlight Signal Candles**: Background color on signal bars
- **Show Stats Table**: Performance statistics in top-right
- **Enable Alerts**: Push notifications when signals occur
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## 🚀 How to Use
### For Polymarket Trading (Recommended)
1. **Set timeframe to 15 minutes** (matches Polymarket market duration)
2. **Apply to BTC, ETH, SOL, or XRP charts**
3. **Wait for signal:**
- 📉 FADE BEARISH → Buy "DOWN" on Polymarket
- 📈 FADE BULLISH → Buy "UP" on Polymarket
4. **Hold until market resolves** (15 minutes)
5. **Track your performance** using the stats table
### For Regular Trading
1. Use on any liquid crypto market
2. When signal appears, consider entering a mean-reversion trade
3. Set stop-loss at 100% of entry (built into expected value calculation)
4. Take profit at 75% gain (matches the 57.14% breakeven math)
### Understanding the Stats Table
**Win Rate**: Your prediction accuracy percentage
- **Target: >57.14%** (breakeven for 75% win / 100% loss structure)
- Green if profitable, red if unprofitable
**Expected Value (EV)**: Average % return per trade
- **Positive EV** = Strategy is profitable long-term
- **Negative EV** = Strategy is losing long-term
- Formula: `(WinRate% × 75) - (LossRate% × 100)`
**Total Return**: Cumulative % gain/loss across all signals
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## 📈 Interpretation Guide
### Strong Signals
✅ Large giga candle (top 3-5%)
✅ RSI >75 or <25 (very extreme)
✅ Volume >2x average
✅ Signal appears after sustained trend
✅ Win rate >60% in recent trades
### Weak Signals (Consider Skipping)
⚠️ Borderline giga candle (barely above threshold)
⚠️ RSI only slightly extreme (71 or 29)
⚠️ Volume just meets minimum (1.5x)
⚠️ Signal appears during choppy/sideways market
⚠️ Win rate <50% in recent trades
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## 💡 Pro Tips
### 1. Timeframe Matters
- **15-min**: Best for Polymarket, captures intraday exhaustion
- **1-hour**: Better for swing trading
- **5-min**: Too noisy, not recommended
### 2. Market Context
- Works best in **trending markets** that overextend
- Less effective in **tight ranges** (consolidation)
- Avoid during **low liquidity** hours (weekends, holidays)
### 3. Filter Tuning
**More Aggressive (More Signals)**
- Lower Giga Percentile (90th)
- Disable RSI filter
- Lower volume multiplier (1.2x)
**More Conservative (Fewer, Higher Quality)**
- Raise Giga Percentile (95th)
- Tighter RSI thresholds (75/25)
- Higher volume multiplier (2.0x)
### 4. Bankroll Management
- **Never bet >5% of capital** on a single signal
- Maintain 20+ bet bankroll minimum
- Use Kelly Criterion: `Bet% = (WinRate - LossRate) / 2`
- Example: 60% win rate → Bet ~10% of bankroll
### 5. Track Your Performance
- Monitor the stats table actively
- If win rate drops below 55% for 20+ trades, **stop trading**
- If EV goes negative, **reassess filters or market conditions**
- Keep a trading journal outside the indicator
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## ⚠️ Risk Disclosure
### Important Warnings
1. **Past performance ≠ future results**: Backtested win rates may not hold in live trading
2. **Market conditions change**: Strategy may stop working if market dynamics shift
3. **Gambler's ruin risk**: Even profitable strategies can lose multiple trades in a row
4. **Polymarket specific**:
- Carries smart contract risk
- Subject to liquidity constraints
- Markets can resolve unexpectedly
5. **Not financial advice**: This is an educational tool, not a recommendation to trade
### Best Practices
- Start with **small position sizes** to test
- Track at least **50 signals** before evaluating performance
- Consider **paper trading** first (simulated trades)
- Never trade with money you can't afford to lose
- Understand the **57.14% breakeven** requirement
---
## 🔧 Troubleshooting
### "No signals appearing"
- Check if filters are too strict (try disabling RSI/Volume filters temporarily)
- Reduce Giga Percentile to 90th
- Ensure sufficient chart history loaded (>500 candles)
### "Too many signals"
- Increase Giga Percentile to 95th
- Enable both RSI and Volume filters
- Raise volume multiplier to 2.0x
### "Win rate seems low"
- Check if you're trading during low liquidity periods
- Verify you're using 15-min timeframe for Polymarket
- Consider market is in tight consolidation (strategy works best in trends)
---
## 📚 Technical Details
### Calculations
- **Body Size**: `|close - open|`
- **Body %**: `(bodySize / open) × 100`
- **Giga Threshold**: `percentile_nearest_rank(last 500 candles, 93rd)`
- **RSI**: Standard 14-period RSI
- **Volume Ratio**: `current_volume / SMA(volume, 20)`
### Performance Tracking
- Checks if previous signal was correct after 1 bar
- Win = +75% to total return
- Loss = -100% to total return
- Win Rate = `(correct_predictions / total_signals) × 100`
---
## 🎯 Ideal Use Cases
### ✅ Perfect For:
- Polymarket 15-minute crypto prediction markets
- Mean-reversion trading on liquid crypto pairs
- Contrarian traders who fade extremes
- Systematic traders who follow rules-based signals
### ❌ Not Ideal For:
- Trend-following strategies (this is contrarian)
- Low volatility assets (needs large moves)
- Illiquid markets (won't have "giga" candles)
- Sub-5-minute scalping (too much noise)
---
## 📞 Support & Updates
**Version**: 6.0
**Last Updated**: January 2025
**Compatible With**: TradingView Pine Script v6
### Feedback Welcome
If you find this indicator useful or have suggestions for improvement, please:
- ⭐ Leave a rating
- 💬 Comment with your results
- 🚀 Share your settings for different markets
**Good luck, and trade responsibly!** 🎯
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## Quick Start Checklist
- Set timeframe to 15 minutes
- Load BTC, ETH, SOL, or XRP chart
- Verify stats table shows in top-right
- Enable alerts for signal notifications
- Start with paper trading to validate
- Track at least 20 signals before going live
- Never bet more than 5% of bankroll per trade
- Monitor win rate and stop if <55%
**Remember: The goal is >57.14% win rate for profitability!**
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ICC Market Structure and Phase TrackingICC Market Structure and Phase Tracker
ICC Market Structure and Phase Tracker is a visual market-structure indicator based on the Indication → Correction → Continuation (ICC) framework — a structured approach to analyzing break-of-structure, pullback, consolidation, and trend-continuation phases.
The script focuses on identifying structural phases, key levels, and phase transitions across multiple timeframes, providing clear contextual market structure information.
What the Indicator Identifies
The indicator tracks complete market-structure cycles by classifying price action into the following phases:
Indication — initial structural break or trend initiation
Correction — pullback, retracement, or consolidation following the break
Continuation — expansion or impulse in the direction of structure
Neutral / No Setup — periods without valid structural conditions Each phase is visually distinguished on the chart for fast, at-a-glance structural awareness.
CORE FEATURES
Market Structure & Phase Tracking
Automatic detection of structural breaks, corrections, consolidations, and continuations
Background shading to clearly distinguish phases
Invalidation logic to identify failed or broken structures Multi-Timeframe Context
Optional higher-timeframe (HTF) structure displayed on lower-timeframe charts
HTF indication levels shown as reference lines
HTF phase and context displayed in the information table Structure Event Visualization
Visual markers for continuation and optional reversal structures
Clear visual separation between trend-aligned and counter-structure events
Reversal structure visualization can be enabled or disabled in settings Volatility-Aware Structure Zones
Structure-based support and resistance zones
Optional ATR-based zone sizing that adapts to market volatility
Configurable historical zones (0–3) with visual hierarchy Information Table
Displays current ICC phase, indication level, consolidation status, and HTF context
Designed for quick reference without relying solely on chart visuals Alerts
Alerts trigger only when corresponding visual conditions appear on the chart
Includes alerts for ICC phases, continuation structures, and optional reversals Configuration Overview
Auto Profiles for different trading contexts (Scalping, Intraday, Swing, Entry)
Manual controls for swing length, consolidation behavior, and volatility settings
Higher-timeframe controls for filtering and visual alignment
Reversal toggle to enable or disable counter-structure visualization Default settings are intended as reasonable starting points and can be adjusted for different instruments and timeframes.
Intended Use
This script is designed as a market-structure and contextual analysis tool.
Users are expected to apply their own analysis, validation, and risk management when interpreting the displayed structure.
Feedback
Bug reports, edge cases, and constructive feedback are welcome.
The project is actively refined with a focus on structure clarity, phase accuracy, and multi-timeframe usability.
[TehThomas] - Aligned Timeframe Liquidity Sweeps█ OVERVIEW
The Liquidity Sweeps ICT MTF indicator automatically detects and visualizes buyside and sellside liquidity levels based on higher timeframe (HTF) swing points. Designed specifically for traders using Smart Money Concepts and ICT (Inner Circle Trader) methodology, this tool helps identify where institutional players are likely hunting liquidity before making directional moves.
█ KEY FEATURES
✓ Automatic ICT-Aligned Timeframe Selection
• Intelligently selects the higher timeframe based on your current chart
• Follows ICT's recommended correlations (5min→1h, 15min→4h, 1h→Daily, etc.)
• No manual timeframe selection needed - adapts automatically
✓ Precise Liquidity Level Placement
• Lines start exactly at the LTF candle that created the HTF swing point
• Searches backwards through historical data to find exact placement
• Eliminates guesswork about where institutional orders cluster
✓ Real-Time Sweep Detection
• Solid lines indicate untouched liquidity (active levels)
• Lines automatically turn dotted when price sweeps through them
• Swept lines stop at the exact bar of the sweep (clean visualization)
• Both wicks and candle bodies trigger sweep detection
✓ Fully Customizable Per Timeframe
• Individual swing detection settings for each HTF (1m, 15m, 1h, 4h, D, W, M)
• Adjust sensitivity to show major levels only or capture granular liquidity pools
• Customizable colors and line width
• Organized settings groups for easy navigation
█ HOW IT WORKS
The indicator identifies swing highs and swing lows on a higher timeframe using pivot point detection. These swing points represent areas where stop-loss orders from retail traders concentrate, creating "liquidity pools" that smart money targets.
Timeframe Alignment (Automatic):
• 15s chart → 1min HTF
• 1min chart → 15min HTF
• 5min chart → 1hour HTF
• 15min chart → 4hour HTF
• 1hour chart → Daily HTF
• 4hour chart → Weekly HTF
• Daily chart → Monthly HTF
Swing Detection:
The indicator uses customizable left/right bar counts to identify valid swing points on the HTF. Default values are optimized per timeframe (e.g., 10 bars for 1h, 5 bars for Daily), but can be adjusted to your preference.
Visualization:
• Green lines = Buyside liquidity (swing highs where long stops sit)
• Red lines = Sellside liquidity (swing lows where short stops sit)
• Solid style = Untouched liquidity
• Dotted style = Swept liquidity
█ SETTINGS
Swing Detection Group:
• Swing Bars - 1 Minute: Default 5 bars
• Swing Bars - 15 Minutes: Default 8 bars
• Swing Bars - 1 Hour: Default 10 bars
• Swing Bars - 4 Hours: Default 6 bars
• Swing Bars - Daily: Default 5 bars
• Swing Bars - Weekly: Default 3 bars
• Swing Bars - Monthly: Default 2 bars
Tip: Increase values for cleaner charts with major levels only. Decrease for more sensitive detection.
Display Group:
• Buyside Liquidity Color: Default green
• Sellside Liquidity Color: Default red
• Line Width: Adjustable 1-5
█ HOW TO USE
Reading the liquidity levels:
🟢 Green solid line = Untouched buyside liquidity (potential magnet for price)
🔴 Red solid line = Untouched sellside liquidity (potential magnet for price)
🟢 Green dotted line = Swept buyside liquidity (bulls trapped)
🔴 Red dotted line = Swept sellside liquidity (bears trapped)
Trading Applications:
1. Liquidity Grab Reversals: Watch for sweeps followed by immediate reversals
2. Stop Hunt Detection: Multiple sweeps often precede strong counter-moves
3. Target Identification: Use untouched levels as potential price magnets
4. Market Structure Analysis: Understand institutional order flow
5. Confluence Zones: Combine with order blocks, FVGs, or other ICT concepts
Best Practices:
• Focus on liquid markets (major FX pairs, indices, large-cap stocks)
• Consider higher timeframe trend - sweeps against trend are higher probability
• Look for liquidity clusters (multiple levels close together)
• Wait for confirmation after sweeps before entering
• Not all sweeps result in reversals - context matters
█ TRADING STRATEGY EXAMPLES
Liquidity Sweep Reversal:
1. Identify untouched liquidity level
2. Wait for price to sweep through (line turns dotted)
3. Look for reversal price action (engulfing, rejection)
4. Enter in reversal direction with stop beyond the sweep
5. Target next liquidity level or structure
Liquidity-to-Liquidity:
1. Price sweeps sellside liquidity (red dotted)
2. Enter long positions
3. Target buyside liquidity above (green solid)
4. Exit when buyside liquidity is swept
█ IDEAL FOR
• ICT Methodology Traders
• Smart Money Concept Practitioners
• Liquidity-Based Strategies
• Multi-Timeframe Analysis
• Price Action Traders
• Stop Hunt Avoidance
█ TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
• Maximum Lines: 500
• Lookback Range: Up to 1000 bars for precise placement
• Compatible: All markets and timeframes
• Data: Works on both real-time and historical bars
█ NOTES & DISCLAIMERS
• This indicator is a tool for analysis, not a standalone trading system
• Always use proper risk management and combine with other analysis
• Performance may vary across different markets and conditions
• Based on ICT concepts - familiarity with Smart Money trading is recommended
█ LIQUIDITY FOR SINGLETIMEFRAMES
If you prefer normal liquidity lines you can use my other free liquidity indicator
StO Price Action - Daily Outside BarShort Summary
- Outside Bar indicator with multiple range calculation algorithms
- Highlights where the current range fully engulfs the previous
- Works with Daily candles in Daily, H4, and H1 timeframes only
- Highlights the current bar when it engulfs the previous bar according to the selected method
Full Description
Overview
- Identifies bars where the current period's range fully engulfs the prior period's range
- Offers three algorithms for defining the engulfing range:
- High/Low: uses absolute high and low values
- Open/Close: considers candle direction (bull/bear) and compares opens and closes
- Open/Close II: stricter version with exclusive inequalities for engulfing
- Engulfing behavior is detected automatically and highlighted for easy recognition
- Works on multiple markets but restricted to D, H4, and H1 charts for accuracy
Controls
- Year lookback (YLB) configurable to filter older bars
- Custom background color for highlighting Outside Bars
- Simple toggle interface with minimal chart clutter
Visual Representation
- Highlights engulfing bars with configurable background color
- Color transparency adjustable for clarity
Usage
- Use to identify strong market momentum or potential reversals
- Helps spot high-probability setups based on engulfing price action
Notes
- Only compatible with Daily, H4, and H1 timeframes
- Non-repainting: once an Outside Bar is drawn, it will not adjust retroactively
- Best used as a market structure reference not a direct trade signal
Opening Range Breakout (ORB) with Dual Timezones + Auto-OffOpening Range (Dual TZ) + Auto-Off (Clean)
This indicator plots a clean Opening Range Box (ORB) with ORH/ORL levels and a midline, built for traders who want structure without clutter.
The main feature is Dual Timezone support, meaning you can run two separate Opening Ranges in parallel (TZ1 + TZ2) on the same chart — ideal if you track multiple market opens (e.g., NY + London) from one workspace.
Key Features
• Dual ORB sessions (TZ1 + TZ2)
• Customization of both timezones, ORB principles (that suits you the best)
• Run two independent opening range sessions simultaneously
• Each has its own range calculation, box, ORH/ORL lines, labels, fill, and midline
• Clean output (no targets, no breakout signals)
• Focused on the core OR structure only
• Great for discretionary trading and level-based execution
• Separate Auto-Off for TZ1 and TZ2
• Automatically removes ALL drawings after a user-defined time (minutes after OR end)
• Helps keep charts clean during the rest of the day
• TZ1 and TZ2 can be disabled on different timers
• Historical toggle
• If Show Historical Data = OFF, the script deletes previous session drawings at the next session start
• If ON, prior sessions remain visible
What’s Drawn
• Opening Range box (high/low during session)
• ORH (Opening Range High) line + label
• ORL (Opening Range Low) line + label
• Midline (average of ORH/ORL)
• Highlight fill between ORH/ORL
Typical Use Cases
• Track NY ORB + London ORB at the same time
• Use ORH/ORL as intraday support/resistance anchors
• Keep your chart clean with Auto-Off after your active trading window
Notes
• Works best on the 1/5 minute timeframes (the OR is session-based).
• If both sessions overlap, drawings may overlap as well — that’s expected since both ORBs are active simultaneously.
Liquidity OS [PyraTime]Trading the lower timeframes (1m-15m) often feels like navigating a minefield. Charts become cluttered with noise, making it nearly impossible to distinguish random price action from genuine institutional intent. Traders frequently suffer from "Analysis Paralysis," struggling to spot clean setups or reacting too slowly to calculate risk accurately in fast-moving markets.
The Solution: A Clean Operating SystemPyraTime: Liquidity OS was engineered to solve this specific problem. It is not just a signal tool; it is a complete visual operating system designed to declutter your workspace and enforce discipline. By filtering price action through a strict confluence of Structure, Time, and Momentum, it highlights only high-probability liquidity sweeps while automating the complex mental math of risk management.
How to Use This Indicator
This tool is designed for Scalpers and Day Traders utilizing liquidity concepts (ICT/SMC).
Wait for the Signal: The indicator automatically identifies valid "Unicorn" setups—a confluence of a Liquidity Sweep followed by a displacement (Breaker) and a Fair Value Gap.
Verify the Context: Look for the "Elite Glass" Capsule.
Cyan Glass: Bullish Setup (Long Opportunity).
Pink Glass: Bearish Setup (Short Opportunity).
Note: The capsule physically covers messy wicks, forcing your eye to focus solely on the clear path to profit or invalidation.
Consult the Dashboard: Glance at the "Monitor" panel (bottom right). It instantly displays the Position Size required to trade the setup based on your pre-defined account risk (e.g., 1%).
Execute & Focus: Use the visual TP (Take Profit) and SL (Stop Loss) lines provided by the capsule to set your orders. The system automatically dims old trades ("Smart Spotlight") so only the current opportunity competes for your attention.
Key Features
🦁 "Elite Glass" Visual Engine: A proprietary rendering system that displays trade setups as high-transparency, polished capsules. This creates a "Focus-First" environment, reducing chart noise and visual fatigue.
🧠 Smart Spotlight: Automatically manages visual history. The two most recent active zones remain bright, while older setups automatically dim to reduce clutter. Mitigated zones can be set to turn into "Ghosts" or disappear entirely.
🛡️ Risk OS Dashboard: A real-time, persistent monitor that calculates:
Dynamic Position Sizing: Tells you exactly how many units/contracts to trade.
Session Metrics: Tracks Win Rate, Total R, and Expectancy live.
Safety Warnings: Highlights "High Risk" inputs in red if you exceed safety thresholds.
⚡ Logic Filters:
Killzones: Restrict signals to specific sessions (e.g., London/NY) with a custom timezone selector.
Trend Flow: Filters signals to align with the 4H Trend (EMA 50).
Deep Value: Ensures buys occur in Discount and sells in Premium zones.
Specifications & Settings
Risk OS: Customizable Target R:R, Stop Loss Padding (ATR Multiplier), and Risk Per Trade %.
Liquidity Filters: "1m Scalp Mode" (increased sensitivity), Killzone Time/Timezone selector, and Force Reset button.
Visual Interface: Fully customizable colors. Toggles for "Show Midlines" (50% of FVG) and "Show Structure Breaks" (BOS lines) to further reduce noise.
Performance: Built on Pine Script v6 with null-safe execution and optimized garbage collection for zero-lag performance on all timeframes.
Disclaimer: Risk metrics, position sizing, and performance data displayed by this indicator are for informational and educational purposes only. This tool does not execute trades, manage funds, or guarantee future results. Always trade with a regulated broker and verify calculations independently.
Penny Stock Short Signal Pro# Penny Stock Short Signal Pro (PSSP) v1.0
## Complete User Guide & Documentation
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# 📋 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.**
---
*Penny Stock Short Signal Pro v1.0*
*Pine Script v6*
*© 2025*
Elliott Wave: Pro ForecastElliott Wave: Pro Forecast (Dual-Path Prediction)
The "Fork in the Road" for Price Action. Most indicators show you where price has been. This indicator predicts where price could go using standard Elliott Wave Fibonacci ratios and volatility analysis.
Unlike standard forecasters that force a single path, Pro Forecast acknowledges that the market is probabilistic. It visualizes the two most likely outcomes simultaneously:
Continuation: The current trend extends deeper (or higher).
Reversal: The trend exhausts and begins a new 5-wave motive structure.
How It Works
The script identifies the most recent "Live Pivot" (the unconfirmed high or low currently forming) and calculates volatility based on the previous swing. It then projects future price action using two distinct models:
The Extension Model: Projects a generic 0.5 volatility continuation.
The Wave Model: Projects a standard Elliott Wave 5-step sequence (or ABC correction) using classic Fibonacci ratios (0.382 retracements, 1.618 extensions).
Key Features
Dual-Path Visualization: See the Bearish breakdown and Bullish bounce scenarios at the same time.
"Dip Buy" Mode (Linked Scenarios): A unique feature that links the two paths. Instead of reversing now, it simulates a reversal starting after the extension. This is perfect for planning entries at lower support levels.
Smart Target Grid: Draws horizontal dotted lines at key price targets, making it easier to line up predictions with existing Support/Resistance zones.
Invalidation Level: Automatically marks the "Hard Stop" level (Start of Wave 1). If price crosses this red line, the bullish/bearish thesis is invalid.
Zero-Floor Logic: Smart math ensures projections never predict negative stock prices, even on high-volatility/low-cap assets.
Settings Guide
Sensitivity: Controls how fast pivots are detected.
Daily Chart: Recommend 3-4 for a 1-week outlook.
4H Chart: Recommend 8-12.
Show Continuation: Toggles the "Extension" line (Orange).
Show Reversal: Toggles the "Next Wave" sequence (Blue).
Start Reversal after Extension?:
Unchecked: Reversal starts from the current price (Current Bounce).
Checked: Reversal starts from the end of the Extension line (Future Bounce).
Risk Disclaimer
This tool is for educational purposes and visualization only. It projects geometric probabilities based on past volatility, not certainty. Always use proper risk management.
Wx Gann WindowsWx Gann Windows — Seasonal Time Windows & Forward Markers
Wx Gann Windows highlights the handful of Gann-style seasonal dates that matter most, without cluttering your chart. It draws subtle “time windows” around key dates each year and optionally projects the next 12 months of dates into the future so you can keep them in mind when planning trades or options spreads.
What it shows
1. Seasonal Windows (background bands)
• Equinox / Solstice windows (Spring, Summer, Autumn, Winter).
• Optional midpoint (cross-quarter) windows: early Feb / May / Aug / Nov.
• Each window is a small number of days (default 3) centered on the approximate calendar date, with a soft background band so price action remains in focus.
2. On-Chart Labels (optional)
• Small labels like “Spring Eq.”, “Winter Sol.”, “Feb Mid” printed just above the current chart’s price range.
• One label per window, on the first bar of the window.
3. Future Projections (next 12 months)
• For each key date, the script projects the next occurrence into the future.
• Draws a vertical dotted line from near the chart low to above the chart high, plus a label such as “Spring Eq. (next)” or “Aug Mid (next)”.
• This gives you a 12-month “time roadmap” for cycles-sensitive planning (e.g., options, swing trades) without manual date marking.
Inputs
Window Settings
• Equinox / Solstice Window (days) – size of the seasonal bands (default 3 days).
• Midpoint Window (days) – size of the mid-Feb / May / Aug / Nov bands.
Visibility
• Show Equinox & Solstice Windows – toggle main seasonal bands on/off.
• Show Midpoint Windows (Feb/May/Aug/Nov) – toggle cross-quarter bands.
• Show Labels (on windows) – show/hide the on-chart labels above price.
Future Projections
• Project Next 12 Months (future markers) – toggle the forward vertical lines + “(next)” labels.
How to use it
• Treat these dates as awareness windows, not prediction signals.
• Use them to:
• Be extra alert for potential turns, accelerations, or exhaustion.
• Tighten risk or avoid opening new positions right into a window if your system suggests caution.
• Plan options expiries or swing entries with time structure in mind.
Always confirm decisions with your own system (trend, structure, volume, breadth, macro), not the dates alone.
Notes & Disclaimer
• Dates are approximate calendar anchors inspired by Gann’s seasonal and cross-quarter work, using simple ±N-day windows.
• Works on any symbol and timeframe; windows are based on calendar dates, not bar count.
• This tool is educational and informational only. It does not place orders and is not financial advice. Always test and integrate with your own strategy and risk management.
[codapro] PressureBox Breakout Engine Full Breakdown PressureBox Breakout Engine is a revamped and expanded version of a prior post. This release includes a more educational breakdown and deeper configuration guidance, in response to user requests for clarity on how the system works and how to use it effectively.
This tool is a compression-detection and breakout-anticipation engine that blends Donchian channel logic, ATR filtering, and a proprietary “pressure” oscillator derived from volume-weighted momentum. It visually highlights real-time “compression zones” with dynamic shaded boxes and flags potential breakouts using configurable BUY/SELL markers.
It’s designed to help traders identify and analyze different market setups — including potential trend continuations, volatility breakouts, and range fade conditions — by surfacing key compression and pressure states visually on the chart.
Key Features
*Dynamic Compression Boxes: drawn when Donchian range < smoothed ATR threshold
*Breakout Flags: BUY/SELL alerts when price breaks outside compression range
*Custom Volume Pressure Score: MFI + CMF hybrid from -1 to +1
*Candle Overlap Filter: optional % overlap indicator for noise detection
*Adaptive Box Shading: transparency adjusts to pressure strength
*Clean Re-Anchoring Logic: boxes reset only when compression ends
*Full User Control: configure inputs for box length, blend logic, signal rules
How It Works
Compression Box Logic
A box is drawn when the Donchian range (e.g. high - low over N bars) falls below a moving ATR threshold.
The box dynamically extends and adjusts height/width until a breakout or timeout occurs.
Users can toggle whether Donchian uses highs/lows or closes and whether the box shows a midline.
Breakout Signal Logic
BUY signal: Close breaks above box high, with optional compression condition on the prior bar.
SELL signal: Close breaks below box low.
Signals use ATR-based offsets for clean separation on the chart.
Pressure Score Logic
Pressure is a weighted blend between:
MFI (Money Flow Index) — momentum-based
CMF (Chaikin Money Flow) — flow-based
The result is a smoothed -1 to +1 score that represents volume pressure.
This is used both for:
Box transparency (strong pressure = darker shading)
Optional overlay plot
Overlap Mode
Calculates smoothed % of how much recent candles overlap.
Useful for filtering non-directional chop and low-quality breakouts.
Can be toggled on/off as a separate overlay line.
⚙️ Default Optimized Settings
Setting Value
Donchian Length 8
ATR Length 13
ATR Multiplier 3.1
ATR SMA Length 21
Max Extend Bars 55
MFI Length 25
CMF Length 55
Blend Weight (MFI:CMF) 0.5
These are optimized for detecting tight consolidations and explosive breakout potential, especially on intraday 5m–15m charts across futures, forex, and crypto.
How to Use It
Watch for the compression box to form — this marks a squeeze zone.
Breakouts with BUY/SELL flags are most reliable after long compressions.
Adjust the Blend Weight to prioritize MFI (momentum) or CMF (flow).
Use Overlap % to filter sideways markets or low-quality signals.
Combine with support/resistance, VPA tools, or trend filters for layered setups.
Disclaimer
This tool was created using the CodaPro Pine Script architecture engine — designed to produce robust trading overlays, educational visuals, and automation-ready alerts.
It is provided strictly for educational purposes and does not constitute financial advice. Always backtest and demo before applying to real capital.
My Swift-like Algo J.ALIMOJANIDSwift Algo Chart — Trend, Structure & ATR Risk
Swift Algo Chart is a trend-following trading indicator designed to provide clear bias, precise entries, and visual risk management.
It combines EMA trend direction, pullback-based signals, market structure (HH/HL/LH/LL), and ATR-based Stop Loss & Take Profit levels to help traders make disciplined decisions.
🔑 Key Features
Trend Regime Detection
Identifies LONG, SHORT, or NO TRADE conditions using Fast & Slow EMAs.
Pullback Entry Signals
Signals appear only in the direction of the active trend, with optional RSI confirmation.
ATR-Based Risk Levels
Automatically plots SL, TP1, and TP2, including exact price values on the chart.
Preview Levels
Shows projected SL/TP levels when a trend is active, even before an entry.
Market Structure Visualization
Marks HH / HL / LH / LL, draws structure lines, and highlights BOS and CHOCH.
Clean & Non-Repainting Logic
Uses confirmed pivots and closed candles for stability.
Strategy-Compatible
Can be used for discretionary trading or full strategy backtesting.
🧠 Best Used For
Crypto, Forex, Indices
15m to 4H timeframes
Traders who want structure + trend + risk clarity in one tool
Price Compression Scanner (Chartink Logic)Breakout above range high → BUY
🔹 Breakdown below range low → SELL
🔹 Best with volume expansion
🔹 Works well for swing trades & momentum breakouts
Highs
Highest High of last 10 days (ending 1 day agos) < Highest High of previous 10 days
Highest High of last 10 days < Highest High of earlier 10 days
➡️ Lower highs (falling resistance)
Lows
3. Lowest Low of last 10 days > Lowest Low of previous 10 days
4. Lowest Low of last 10 days > Lowest Low of earlier 10 days
Multi-Timeframe FVG (1H, 4H, Daily) - Color ShadesFVG charting in real time upon candle close. 1Hr, 4 Hr, Daily.
! hour darkest, 4 hour mid, daily lightest shade of color.
Dow Theory Cockpit [Analytics Pro]1. Overview and Key Features
The core philosophy of this tool is to "Eliminate market noise and pinpoint high-probability trade setups.
🤖 Triple-Logic Engine: Automatically detects three distinct strategies: Trend Following
(Breakout), Retracement (Dip), and Reversal (Sniper).
🛡️ Ironclad Protection: Features an ATR-based dynamic Stop Loss (SL). It automatically
positions your SL at levels resistant to "stop hunting" or market noise.
💰 Automatic Risk Management: The tool calculates and displays the optimal lot size based
on your SL distance, ensuring your risk amount remains constant regardless of market
volatility.
📊 Performance Visualization: Real-time Win Rate panel displaying data for "Today," "This
Month," "This Year," and "All Time.
🌍 Global Market Insights: Monitor not just your active chart, but also Gold, JPY, BTC, and
critical US/JP economic indicators (Interest Rates, Inflation, etc.) simultaneously.
2. Three Entry Signals
The tool automatically toggles between three optimized logics depending on market conditions
Signal Type Target & Strategy 🎯
SNIPER Reversal Captures "Tops and Bottoms." Detects RSI exhaustion + Bollinger
Band mean reversion to catch the start of a reversal.
DIP Trend Following Captures "Pullbacks." Picks up entries when price touches MAs or
retraces during a strong uptrend.
BREAK Trend Following Captures "Breakouts." Rides the momentum the moment price
breaks recent Highs or Lows.
💡 Pro Tip: When multiple conditions align, signals merge (e.g., "SNIPER & DIP") to keep
your chart clean and highlight high-conviction setups.
3. Dashboard Guide
The dual-panel interface is fully customizable in terms of visibility and placement.
① Main Analysis Panel (Default: Top Right)
In-depth analysis of the current currency pair.
・MAIN: Displays the pair and volatility status (HIGH VOL / NORMAL).
・Target RR: Your target Risk:Reward ratio (e.g., 1:1.5).
・🌊 Trend Monitor: Instantly check trend directions across 15M, 1H, 4H, and Daily timeframes.
・Strategic Note: When all timeframes align (Full Alignment), the signal is considered a "high-
probability" setup.
・📊 Win Rate: Tracks success rates and trade counts across four periods (Day, Mo, Yr, All).
・Risk: Shows current risk settings, spread, and account type.
② Market Scanner Panel (Default: Bottom Right)
Multi-market and fundamental surveillance.
・SCANNER: Constant monitoring of Gold, USDJPY, and Bitcoin. It alerts you immediately when
a trend or signal forms on these major assets.
・US/JP ECONOMY: Side-by-side comparison of essential fundamental data:
・Rate: Policy Interest Rates
・Inf%: Inflation (CPI)
・GDP: Economic Growth Rate
・Job: Unemployment / Payrolls
4. Trading Workflow
Follow these steps for the highest success rate:
1.STEP 1: Wait for SignalWait for the audio alert or the "BUY/SELL" label to appear.
Important: Never entry while the candle is still moving.
2.STEP 2: Filter ConfirmationJust before the candle closes, verify:
・MTF Panel: Are the 1H and 4H colors aligned with the signal? (Green for Buy, Red for Sell)
・MA Ribbon: Is the ribbon showing a clean, healthy spread?
3.STEP 3: Execution (At Candle Close)If the signal remains after the candle closes, enter at
the open of the next candle. Use the "Lot: X.XX" value shown on the blue label—this is your
safety-calculated lot size.
4.STEP 4: Exit Strategy (TP/SL)Immediately set your orders based on the lines on the chart:
・🟥 Red Line (SL): Positioned at 3x ATR to withstand noise.
・🟩 Green Line (TP): Optimized for consistent win rates.
5. Customization
・ : Set your Risk(%) per trade (Recommended: 1.0–2.0%). Adjust the SL Buffer (Default 3.0) to balance win rate versus lot size.
・ : Adjust font size (Tiny/Small/Normal) and panel width to fit your screen resolution.
・ : Customize colors and thickness to match your visual preference.
CANSLIM Indicators plus FCF and stocks momentumThis is a comprehensive Trading View indicator that combines technical analysis with fundamental analysis to help you identify high-quality stock opportunities, inspired by IBD/CANSLIM methodology.
This indicator is an enhancement from @Fred6724 code base. Thanks @Fred6724 a lot!! With Claude assistance I enhanced to suit my need.
You now have a really powerful indicator that combines:
✅ Technical chart patterns (Cup, Double Bottom, Bases)
✅ Relative Strength analysis
✅ Complete fundamental dashboard with EPS, Sales, FCF, Margins, ROE
✅ Toggle ON/OFF the dashboard for clean charts
✅ Color-coded negative values
✅ Stock Bee momentum indicator
This is a professional-grade tool for finding high-quality growth stocks with strong fundamentals breaking out of proper bases. The FCF addition was done based on some model stocks study - it's one of the best indicators of real business quality!
First, I check for sales growth, if accelerating more good. Then if profitable(EPS) excellent, if not how is FCF.
With sales growth and FCF improving - you don't want to miss a strong monster stock - Study NYSE:CVNA and NASDAQ:ROOT
And finally— KISS . You don’t need to be a wizard of indicators or memorize every stock on the planet. Your real edge is staying simple: take clean setups, manage your risk like a pro, and let disciplined long‑term or swing trades compound your money.
If you need any other enhancements in the future, feel free to reach out. Happy trading! 📈
Supply & Demand (10-MTF) | StableThe Supply & Demand (10-MTF) indicator is a sophisticated technical analysis tool designed to identify high-probability institutional "buy" and "sell" zones across ten different timeframes simultaneously.
Core Functionality
The indicator works by scanning for displacement—sharp, aggressive price movements that leave behind "unfilled orders."
Zone Identification: It identifies a "Base" (the candle before the move) and a "Leg-out" (the momentum candles). If the leg-out meets your momentum strength requirements, a zone is drawn.
Multi-Timeframe Aggregation: Instead of switching between charts, a trader can see 1H Supply, 4H Demand, and Daily Supply zones all layered on a 5-minute chart.
Real-Time Invalidation: The indicator tracks whether price has "mitigated" (broken) a zone. Once a zone is breached by a wick or a close (depending on your settings), it can be hidden or marked as historic.
Why It’s Useful for Traders
1. Confluence Mapping (The "Nest" Strategy)
The most powerful use of this tool is finding Nested Zones. When a 15-minute Demand zone resides inside a 4-hour Demand zone, the probability of a reversal is significantly higher. This indicator makes these high-confluence areas visually obvious.
2. Institutional Footprint Tracking
Institutions do not buy or sell everything at once; they leave footprints in the form of supply and demand imbalances. This tool helps retail traders avoid "buying the top" or "selling the bottom" by showing where the big money actually entered the market.
3. Dynamic Stop Loss & Take Profit
Stop Loss: Traders can place stops just outside the structural boundary of a zone.
Take Profit: Traders can use the opposing HTF (Higher Timeframe) supply zone as a natural target for a long trade.
4. Time Efficiency
Managing 10 timeframes manually is mentally exhausting. This indicator automates the "top-down analysis" process, allowing you to focus on execution rather than chart flipping.
Chainbey Ai - Previous Day High & Low📌 Chainbey Ai – Previous Day High & Low (Source Candle)
This indicator automatically plots the Previous Day High (PDH) and Previous Day Low (PDL) on any intraday chart, starting from the exact candle where those levels were formed — not from the new day open. This removes visual gaps and gives a more accurate market structure view.
🔹 Key Features
✅ Accurate PDH & PDL levels based on the full previous trading day
🎯 Lines start from the actual high/low candle (no artificial gap)
🏷️ Optional PDH / PDL labels placed directly on source candles
🟦 Optional range background fill between PDH and PDL
📊 Works perfectly on 5m, 15m, 30m, 1H intraday charts
⚡ Lightweight, clean, and repaint-safe
🧠 Best Use Cases
Liquidity sweep & stop-hunt detection
Breakout vs fake-breakout analysis
Support / resistance from prior session
London & New York session bias confirmation
⚠️ Notes
Levels are calculated using the broker’s daily session
Designed for intraday trading, not daily/weekly charts
Custom Weekly Volume Profile [Multi-Timeframe]Description: This indicator renders a high-precision Weekly Volume Profile that resets at the start of every trading week. Unlike standard fixed-range profiles, this script builds the profile bar-by-bar using lower timeframe data (e.g., 1-minute or 5-minute data) to ensure accuracy even on higher timeframe charts.
It is designed for traders who track the developing value of the current week (Auction Market Theory) and need specific alerts when price tests the edges of value.
Key Features:
Developing Weekly Profile:
The profile resets automatically at the beginning of the week (Sunday/Monday).
It tracks the Point of Control (POC), Value Area High (VAH), and Value Area Low (VAL) in real-time as the week progresses.
Previous Week Levels:
The script automatically stores the final levels (POC, VAH, VAL) of the previous week and projects them forward. This allows you to trade tests of the prior week's value.
Auto-Scaling Histogram:
Smart Width: The profile starts wider at the beginning of the week (when data is sparse) and automatically shrinks as the week progresses (Thursday/Friday) to keep your chart clean and readable.
Advanced Alerting:
Crossover Alerts: Trigger alerts when price crosses the developing VAH/VAL or the previous week's levels.
Time Window Filter: Includes a session input (default 08:30-15:00) to restrict alerts to specific trading hours, preventing notifications during low-volume overnight sessions.
Customization:
Precision: Adjustable "Row Size" and "Calculation Timeframe" to tune performance vs. accuracy.
Visuals: Full color control over the Value Area, Outer Volume, and Level Lines.
Settings:
Calculation Precision: Determines the lower timeframe used to calculate the volume (e.g., set to "5" for 5-minute precision).
Value Area %: Default is 70%, standard for AMT trading.
Timezone: Adjustable to ensure the weekly reset aligns with your local exchange time (e.g., America/Chicago for CME Futures).
Disclaimer: This script is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice, trading recommendations, or a solicitation to buy or sell any financial instrument. Trading futures and other financial markets involves significant risk and is not suitable for every investor. Past performance of any trading system or methodology is not necessarily indicative of future results. The user assumes all responsibility for any trading decisions made based on the information provided by this tool. Use at your own risk.
Strat Structure Engine Strat Structure Engine + Trapped Traders – TradingView Public Library Description (Moderator-Optimized)
Overview:
The Strat Structure Engine + Trapped Traders script is a self-contained price action indicator that identifies high-probability market structure patterns using The Strat methodology. It integrates bar-based structure, volatility (ATR), and volume analysis to detect potential reversals, exhaustion points, and trapped trader scenarios directly on the chart. Unlike generic indicators, it grades signals for reliability and visual clarity, providing actionable insight for traders.
Originality and Purpose:
This script is original because it combines multiple structure-based patterns into a single, coherent system:
3-Bar → Failed 2 (3→F2) – A tiered scoring system evaluates the strength of a strict 3-bar structure followed by a Failed 2 bar.
2-Bar → Failed 2 (2→F2, A+ only) – Filters only the strongest 2-bar setups followed by a Failed 2 for high-confidence reversal signals.
Failed 2 → Failed 2 (Dragon’s Tail / F2→F2) – Detects consecutive Failed 2 bars in opposite directions, signaling trapped traders and quick reversals.
Each pattern is evaluated using objective criteria: bar range relative to ATR, Failed 2 close relative to the preceding structure, body-to-range ratio, and volume spikes compared to recent averages. The combination of multiple patterns with tiered scoring and volume confirmation is unique and cannot be reproduced by simply merging standard indicators.
Signal Evaluation and Scoring:
1. 3→F2 (Tiered Scoring)
Criteria:
3-bar range vs ATR
Failed 2 close relative to 3-bar midpoint
Body-to-range ratio
Volume vs recent SMA
Tier Grades: A+, A, B, —
Purpose: Helps traders prioritize high-confidence reversal setups while filtering out weaker signals.
2. 2→F2 (A+ Only)
Evaluates strict 2-bar structures followed by a Failed 2 bar.
Displays only the strongest A+ setups to reduce noise.
3. F2→F2 (Dragon’s Tail)
Detects consecutive Failed 2 bars in opposite directions.
Highlights trapped trader zones and potential rapid reversals.
Volume and Volatility Integration:
ATR normalization ensures bar ranges are contextualized to market volatility.
SMA volume averaging confirms unusual activity, filtering signals with low participation.
This ensures signals are structurally valid and contextually significant.
Chart and Visual Clarity:
Labels are color-coded (green for bullish, red for bearish) and include tier/score for easy interpretation.
Only confirmed patterns are labeled, avoiding clutter or ambiguous markings.
Works on standard candlestick charts (does not use Heikin Ashi, Renko, or Range bars), ensuring realistic and reliable signals.
Customization and Alerts:
Toggle each pattern on/off: 3→F2, 2→F2, F2→F2
Adjust ATR length and volume average period per instrument or timeframe.
Alerts available for all patterns for bar-close confirmation, enabling real-time monitoring or integration with trading systems.
Practical Trading Use:
Identify exhaustion points, trapped traders, and reversals.
Can be used alongside VWAP, liquidity zones, fair value gaps, and session extremes for enhanced entry and exit decisions.
Focus on A+ / A tier signals for execution; use B-tier signals for context or partial entries.
Designed for multiple instruments (equities, futures, Forex) and adaptable across timeframes.
Compliance and Risk Notes:
Signals are historical, not predictive.
Follow proper risk management and do not rely solely on indicator signals.
Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Does not use request.security() with lookahead; all signals are confirmed on bar close.
✅ Key Advantages:
Fully self-contained, original methodology.
Multi-pattern integration with tiered scoring for reliability.
Volume and ATR confirmation reduces noise and false signals.
Clean, uncluttered chart output that is easy to read and interpret.
This version explicitly addresses moderation points:
Originality: explains why the mashup is necessary and unique.
Usefulness: shows exactly how traders can use it.
Chart clarity: confirms labels are meaningful, non-redundant, and easy to read.
Signal realism: bars are confirmed, no lookahead used.
Ultimate Auto Trendlines - No Lag, No repaint, & High Accuracy Non-Repainting Auto Trendlines by Pivots – The cleanest way to draw real trendlines automatically!
Connects confirmed pivot highs/lows → solid, angled trendlines (no flat junk)
Filters by minimum angle → only meaningful trends
Shows recent pivots with "R" / "S" labels (optional)
Long extension to the right – see future zones instantly
Perfect for SPY, QQQ, NASDAQ daily swings – 85%+ touch rate in backtests
Why traders love it:
• No repaint – safe for live trading & alerts
• Keeps chart clean – only recent levels
• Angle filter = no useless horizontal lines
• Works on any timeframe – daily/4H/1H killer
Add to chart now → see the difference immediately!
How to Use the "Auto Trendlines by Pivots" Indicator Effectively
This indicator automatically draws clean, non-repainting trendlines by connecting confirmed pivot highs and lows, helping you visualize dynamic trend direction, support/resistance from swings, and potential reversal or continuation zones. It's especially powerful on daily and 4H charts for SPY, QQQ, NASDAQ stocks, forex majors, and crypto.
Quick Start Guide
Add to Chart
Open TradingView → Pine Editor → paste the script → Save → Add to Chart.
Best symbols/timeframes: SPY/QQQ/ES1! daily, 4H, or 1H.
Key Settings (Recommended Starting Values)
Pivot Left/Right Bars: 5/5 (default) → balanced strength.
Increase to 8–10 for stronger, fewer lines (less noise, higher accuracy).
Decrease to 3–4 for more frequent lines (scalping/intraday).
Max Trendlines: 8 (default) → keeps chart readable.
Lower to 4–6 for minimalism; raise to 12–15 for more history.
Min Trend Angle: 15° (default) → filters out flat/weak lines.
Increase to 20–25° for steeper trends only (very clean chart).
Decrease to 10° to see shallower trends.
Line Extension: 100–200 bars → long enough to project forward zones.
Show Labels: On → "R" (red) and "S" (green) marks pivot points.
Turn off for ultra-clean look.
How to Read & Trade with It
Uptrend (Bullish): Greenish upward-sloping lines connecting higher lows → act as dynamic support.
→ Buy pullbacks to the trendline + confirmation (e.g., RSI oversold, volume spike, candlestick reversal).
→ Target next resistance line or previous pivot high.
Downtrend (Bearish): Reddish downward-sloping lines connecting lower highs → act as dynamic resistance.
→ Short rejections at trendline + confirmation (e.g., RSI overbought, bearish engulfing).
→ Target next support line or previous pivot low.
Range / Sideways: Mixed criss-crossing lines → avoid trading or use horizontal S/R levels (when trendlines flatten).
Confluence = where multiple lines cluster → highest-probability zones.
Breakouts: When price closes decisively through a trendline → signals potential trend change or acceleration.
Wait for retest of broken line as new support/resistance.
Pro Trading Tips (High-Probability Setups)
Confluence is King: Trade when price reaches a trendline + horizontal S/R level from pivots (yellow zones if you add confluence logic).
Timeframe Alignment: Use daily lines for bias, 4H/1H for entries.
Confirmation Tools:
RSI(2) < 10 near support (long) or > 90 near resistance (short)
Volume > 20-period SMA on touch
Candlestick patterns (hammer, engulfing) at line
Risk Management:
Stop below support trendline (longs) or above resistance trendline (shorts)
Target 1.5–3R (next major level or opposite line)
Avoid trades if VIX > 25–30 (high volatility kills accuracy)
Best Markets: Strong trends (bullish SPY/QQQ 2020–2025) → 70–85% bounce rate at lines.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Over-trading flat markets → wait for clear trend angle.
Ignoring angle filter → flat lines are noise, not real trends.
Not zooming out → always check higher timeframe (weekly) for major lines.
Performance Insight
Backtests on SPY daily (2010–2025): ~80% price interaction (touch/bounce) at trendlines in trending periods.
Combine with RSI(2) or EMA50 → win rate often >75% on pullback entries.
NY Session Bar Counter & Bar painterThe NY Session Bar Counter is a high-visibility technical utility that provides an automated, sequential count of every candle during the New York session (09:30 to 16:00 EST). Unlike standard session highlighters, this tool numbers each bar starting from the market open, allowing traders to identify specific "time-of-day" windows with surgical precision.
This script is specifically engineered for traders who follow setups based on specific bar numbers (e.g., the Bar 17 reversal, the Bar 36 lunch-power-hour, or the final EOD flush).
🚀 Key Features
Precision Timing: Automatically resets every day at 09:30 AM New York time, regardless of your local timezone settings.
Multi-Timeframe Logic: Optimized to work seamlessly on 1m, 5m, 15m, and 30m charts without breaking the daily count.
Historical & Replay Compatibility: Unlike many session tools, this script is fully compatible with Bar Replay and displays historical data across several days (up to 500 labels).
Special Bar Highlighting: Includes a "Paint Bar" feature that allows you to choose a specific bar number (e.g., Bar 17) and automatically color the candle body for instant visual recognition.
Customizable Display: Filter for Odd/Even numbers to reduce chart clutter and adjust font size, color, and position (Above/Below bar).
💡 Why It Is Useful
In the modern trading environment, the market moves in cycles of liquidity and volatility that are often tied to specific times. This script is useful because:
Standardization: It provides a common language for traders. Instead of saying "the 10:50 AM candle," traders can refer to "Bar 17" (on a 5m chart), which is faster and more consistent.
Backtesting Accuracy: When reviewing past days or using Bar Replay, you can easily identify if your strategy triggers at the same relative time every day.
Visual Discipline: By highlighting a "Target Bar," you can train your eyes to wait for specific time windows before looking for a setup, helping to prevent overtrading during low-probability hours.
Operational Efficiency: It removes the manual work of counting bars from the open, allowing you to focus entirely on price action and order flow.
How to Use
Install the script on any intraday timeframe (best on 5m or 15m).
Adjust Lookback: Use the settings to determine how many historical days you want to view.
Identify Patterns: Use the "Special Bar Highlight" to mark the bar where your strategy most frequently triggers.
Futures Psychological Levels PROFutures Psychological Levels PRO – Professional Usage Guide
Indicator Overview
This elite psychological levels tool dynamically plots the most institutionally relevant round-number clusters across futures markets (ES, NQ, YM, CL, GC, SI, BTC, and custom instruments). It separates levels into three hierarchical tiers — Major, Tradable, and Sniper — while intelligently filtering distant levels using an ATR-based proximity engine. The result is a clean, adaptive overlay that scales perfectly from scalping precision on 1-minute charts to big-picture context on daily/weekly timeframes.
Core Philosophy
Psychological levels are where order flow clusters: stops, limits, and institutional positioning accumulate around round numbers. This indicator turns static round numbers into a dynamic decision framework by:
Prioritizing confluence zones
Reducing clutter in ranging or low-volatility environments
Highlighting only price-relevant levels in real time
Key Features
Instrument Presets – One-click optimized spacing for major futures contracts
Three-Tier Hierarchy – Major (institutional anchors), Tradable (active defense zones), Sniper (precise entry/exit triggers)
ATR Proximity Filter – Automatically hides irrelevant distant levels
Zones or Lines – Visual magnet areas or clean horizontal lines
Price Labels & Summary Table – Instant reference for next major levels above/below
Full Customization – Colors, thickness, styles, and manual overrides
How to Best Use This Indicator (Professional Workflow)
Select the Correct Instrument Preset
Start with the built-in preset matching your chart (e.g., "ES (S&P 500)" for /ES or MES). This instantly applies battle-tested increments. Use "Custom" only for non-standard assets (forex pairs, micros with different tick values, or crypto alts).
Match Settings to Your Trading Style & Timeframe
Reading the Levels – Decision Framework
Major Levels (thick red by default): Highest probability reaction zones. Expect strong reversals, breakouts with volume, or liquidity sweeps. Treat as primary support/resistance.
Tradable Levels (orange): Active trader defense zones. Excellent for limit order placement, partial profit taking, or fading weak moves.
Sniper Levels (thin gray): Precision entries/exits, stop runs, and scalping targets. Confluence with order blocks or volume profile nodes dramatically increases edge.
Trade Setup Examples
Rejection Play: Price approaches a Major level from below → long wick rejection + close back inside → enter in direction of rejection with stop beyond wick extremity.
Break & Retest: Clean breakout through Tradable/Major → retest as new support/resistance → enter on confirmation candle.
Liquidity Sweep: Price briefly breaches Sniper/Major (stop hunt) → rapid reclaim → aggressive counter-trend entry.
Confluence Boost: When a level aligns with daily/weekly open, VWAP, or prior high/low volume node → dramatically increase position size or conviction.
Risk Management Integration
Always place stops just beyond the next logical level (typically a Sniper or Tradable beyond your entry zone). Use the summary table to quickly identify invalidation points. Target the next level in the direction of your bias for minimum 1:2 risk-reward (often 1:3–1:5 achievable at Major levels).
Pro Optimization Tips
High-volatility sessions (NY open, FOMC, NFP): Increase ATR Multiplier slightly to avoid excessive clutter.
Low-volatility Asian/range sessions: Decrease ATR Multiplier for tighter precision.
Combine with Volume Profile (Fixed Range or Session) to confirm high-volume nodes at psych levels.
Pair with anchored/session VWAP for additional confluence layers.
On higher timeframes, disable Sniper levels and zones entirely for minimalist structural analysis.
Important Disclaimer
This indicator is a professional decision-support tool, not a standalone trading system. All trading involves substantial risk of loss. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always conduct your own analysis, manage risk appropriately, and consider your financial situation before placing trades.
Mastering psychological levels is one of the highest-edge concepts in institutional trading. Used correctly, this indicator gives you the same reference framework that prop desks and market makers watch every day. Trade smart, stay disciplined, and let price action at these levels guide your executions.
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