ICT Liquidity Levels [TakingProphets]Overview
This indicator is designed to dynamically identify and display key liquidity levels—areas where market participants are likely to engage. By analyzing price swing points, it highlights potential support and resistance zones that can signal reversals or breakouts. The script distinguishes between buyside and sellside liquidity levels, presenting them with customizable visual cues and labels for immediate clarity.
How It Works
Swing Point Detection:
The indicator uses a pivot-based method (with a configurable “Base Swing Strength”) to detect swing highs and lows. Each detected swing is evaluated for its “swing size” (percentage price movement), and if it exceeds a user-defined threshold, the level is classified as major.
Level Creation and Classification:
Overview
Built on core ICT principles, this indicator identifies key liquidity zones—areas where market imbalances can lead to liquidity sweeps. By dynamically analyzing swing points, it offers traders a real-time view of where liquidity is clustering, allowing for a deeper understanding of market structure. 🚀
How It Works
Swing Point Detection 🔍
• Uses a pivot-based method with a configurable “Base Swing Strength” to detect significant price swings.
• Calculates the swing size (percentage change) to flag zones that exceed the “Major Level Threshold” as major liquidity zones.
Level Creation & Classification 🛠️
• Buyside Liquidity Levels (BSL):
Identified from swing highs, marking zones where buying liquidity clusters.
• Sellside Liquidity Levels (SSL):
Identified from swing lows, highlighting zones of concentrated selling liquidity.
• Each zone is stored with its price, bar index, and classification (major or standard) before being drawn as a horizontal line on the chart.
Dynamic Level Management 🔄
• Extension: Liquidity lines automatically extend from their detection point to the current bar.
• Consolidation: When levels are close in price, the script merges them—updating labels (e.g., “REQH” or “REQL”) to denote unified liquidity zones.
• Traded-Through Detection: Adjusts or removes levels if the market moves beyond them, based on your settings.
• Age-Based Cleanup: Inactive zones are automatically removed after a set number of bars to maintain clarity.
Customization Options ⚙️
Visual Settings:
• Choose from solid, dashed, or dotted line styles and adjust line width.
• Option to display labels with customizable placement (left or right) for optimal clarity.
Color & Opacity:
• Set distinct colors for buyside and sellside liquidity zones.
• Configure opacity for zones that have been traded through, keeping them visible yet de-emphasized.
Detection & Cleanup Parameters:
• Adjust “Base Swing Strength” to control pivot detection sensitivity.
• Set the “Major Level Threshold %” to filter for significant liquidity zones.
• Decide whether to retain or remove zones once price moves through them.
• Define how many bars should pass before inactive zones are automatically deleted.
How to Use 🚀
Apply the Indicator:
Simply add the script to your chart—it automatically detects and marks key liquidity zones based on recent price action.
Adjust Inputs:
Fine-tune parameters like swing strength, threshold percentages, and visual settings to match the asset’s characteristics and your trading strategy.
Interpret the Visuals:
• Major Liquidity Zones:
Highlighted with thicker lines and distinct labels (e.g., “Major BSL/SSL”), indicating areas of heightened liquidity concentration.
• Consolidated Zones:
Merged labels (e.g., “REQH/REQL”) denote unified liquidity zones where clustering is significant.
• Traded-Through Zones:
Changes in opacity signal that the market has moved beyond a previously identified liquidity zone.
Underlying ICT Concepts 💡
Liquidity Pools & Sweeps:
Focused on identifying where liquidity is concentrated, the indicator aligns with ICT methodologies that highlight zones crucial for liquidity sweeps.
Pivot Analysis for Liquidity:
Enhances traditional pivot detection to spotlight liquidity clusters, providing a deeper insight into market structure.
Real-Time Adaptation:
With continuous updates and built-in cleanup, the indicator ensures that liquidity zones accurately reflect current market conditions.
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Pure Price Action Breakout with 1:5 RR
Description of the Price Action Trading Script (Pine Script v6)
Overview
This script is a pure price action-based breakout strategy designed for TradingView. It identifies key breakout levels and executes long and short trades based on market structure. The strategy ensures a minimum risk-to-reward ratio (RR) of 1:5, aiming for high profitability with well-defined stop-loss and take-profit levels.
How the Script Works
1️⃣ Breakout Identification
The script uses a lookback period to find the highest high and lowest low over the last n bars.
A bullish breakout occurs when the price closes above the previous highest high.
A bearish breakout happens when the price closes below the previous lowest low.
2️⃣ Entry & Exit Strategy
Long Entry: If a bullish breakout is detected, the script enters a long position.
Short Entry: If a bearish breakout is detected, the script enters a short position.
The stop-loss is placed at the recent swing low (for long trades) or recent swing high (for short trades).
The target price is calculated based on a risk-to-reward ratio of 1:5, ensuring profitable trades.
3️⃣ Risk Management
The stop-loss prevents excessive losses by exiting trades when the market moves unfavorably.
The strategy ensures that each trade has a reward potential at least 5 times the risk.
Positions are executed based on price action only, without indicators like moving averages or RSI.
4️⃣ Visual Representation
The script plots breakout levels to help traders visualize potential trade setups.
Entry points, stop-loss, and take-profit levels are labeled on the chart for easy tracking.
Key Features & Benefits
✔ Pure Price Action – No lagging indicators, only real-time price movements.
✔ High Risk-to-Reward Ratio (1:5) – Ensures high-profit potential trades.
✔ Real-time Entry & Exit Signals – Provides accurate trade setups.
✔ Dynamic Stop-loss Calculation – Adjusts based on recent market structure.
✔ Customizable Parameters – Lookback periods and risk ratios can be modified.
2022 Model ICT Entry Strategy [TradingFinder] One Setup For Life🔵 Introduction
The ICT 2022 model, introduced by Michael Huddleston, is an advanced trading strategy rooted in liquidity and price imbalance, where time and price serve as the core elements. This ICT 2022 trading strategy is an algorithmic approach designed to analyze liquidity and imbalances in the market. It incorporates concepts such as Fair Value Gap (FVG), Liquidity Sweep, and Market Structure Shift (MSS) to help traders identify liquidity movements and structural changes in the market, enabling them to determine optimal entry and exit points for their trades.
This Full ICT Day Trading Model empowers traders to pinpoint the Previous Day High/Low as well as the highs and lows of critical sessions like the London and New York sessions. These levels act as Liquidity Zones, which are frequently swept prior to a market structure shift (MSS) or a retracement to areas such as Optimal Trade Entry (OTE).
Bullish :
Bearish :
🔵 How to Use
The ICT 2022 model is a sophisticated trading strategy that focuses on identifying key liquidity levels and price movements. It operates based on two main principles. In the first phase, the price approaches liquidity zones and sweeps critical levels such as the previous day’s high or low and key session levels.
This movement is known as a Liquidity Sweep. In the second phase, following the sweep, the price retraces to areas like the FVG (Fair Value Gap), creating ideal entry points for trades. Below is a detailed explanation of how to apply this strategy in bullish and bearish setups.
🟣 Bullish ICT 2022 Model Setup
To use the ICT 2022 model in a bullish setup, start by identifying the Previous Day High/Low or key session levels, such as those of the London or New York sessions. In a bullish setup, the price usually moves downward first, sweeping the Liquidity Low. This move, known as a Liquidity Sweep, reflects the collection of buy orders by major market participants.
After the liquidity sweep, the price should shift market structure and start moving upward; this shift, referred to as Market Structure Shift (MSS), signals the beginning of an upward trend. Following MSS, areas like FVG, located within the Discount Zone, are identified. At this stage, the trader waits for the price to retrace to these zones. Once the price returns, a long trade is executed.
Finally, the stop-loss should be set below the liquidity low to manage risk, while the take-profit target is usually placed above the previous day’s high or other identified liquidity levels. This structure enables traders to take advantage of the upward price movement after the liquidity sweep.
🟣 Bearish ICT 2022 Model Setup
To identify a bearish setup in the ICT 2022 model, begin by marking the Previous Day High/Low or key session levels, such as the London or New York sessions. In this scenario, the price typically moves upward first, sweeping the Liquidity High. This move, known as a Liquidity Sweep, signifies the collection of sell orders by key market players.
After the liquidity sweep, the price should shift market structure downward. This movement, called the Market Structure Shift (MSS), indicates the start of a downtrend. Following MSS, areas such as FVG, found within the Premium Zone, are identified. At this stage, the trader waits for the price to retrace to these areas. Once the price revisits these zones, a short trade is executed.
In this setup, the stop-loss should be placed above the liquidity high to control risk, while the take-profit target is typically set below the previous day’s low or another defined liquidity level. This approach allows traders to capitalize on the downward price movement following the liquidity sweep.
🔵 Settings
Swing period : You can set the swing detection period.
Max Swing Back Method : It is in two modes "All" and "Custom". If it is in "All" mode, it will check all swings, and if it is in "Custom" mode, it will check the swings to the extent you determine.
Max Swing Back : You can set the number of swings that will go back for checking.
FVG Length : Default is 120 Bar.
MSS Length : Default is 80 Bar.
FVG Filter : This refines the number of identified FVG areas based on a specified algorithm to focus on higher quality signals and reduce noise.
Types of FVG filters :
Very Aggressive Filter: Adds a condition where, for an upward FVG, the last candle's highest price must exceed the middle candle's highest price, and for a downward FVG, the last candle's lowest price must be lower than the middle candle's lowest price. This minimally filters out FVGs.
Aggressive Filter: Builds on the Very Aggressive mode by ensuring the middle candle is not too small, filtering out more FVGs.
Defensive Filter: Adds criteria regarding the size and structure of the middle candle, requiring it to have a substantial body and specific polarity conditions, filtering out a significant number of FVGs.
Very Defensive Filter: Further refines filtering by ensuring the first and third candles are not small-bodied doji candles, retaining only the highest quality signals.
🔵 Conclusion
The ICT 2022 model is a comprehensive and advanced trading strategy designed around key concepts such as liquidity, price imbalance, and market structure shifts (MSS). By focusing on the sweep of critical levels such as the previous day’s high/low and important trading sessions like London and New York, this strategy enables traders to predict market movements with greater precision.
The use of tools like FVG in this model helps traders fine-tune their entry and exit points and take advantage of bullish and bearish trends after liquidity sweeps. Moreover, combining this strategy with precise timing during key trading sessions allows traders to minimize risk and maximize returns.
In conclusion, the ICT 2022 model emphasizes the importance of time and liquidity, making it a powerful tool for both professional and novice traders. By applying the principles of this model, you can make more informed trading decisions and seize opportunities in financial markets more effectively.
Line Break Chart StrategyHello All!
We should not pass this year without a gift!
My last publication in 2024 is Complete Line Break Chart Strategy with many features!
What is Line Break Chart?
" Line Break is a Japanese chart style that disregards time intervals and only focuses on price movements, similar to the Kagi and Renko chart styles. Line Break charts form a series of up and down bars (referred to as lines). Up lines represent rising prices, and down lines represent falling prices. New confirmed lines only form on the chart when closing prices break the range covered by previous lines. Users can control the number of past lines used in the calculation via the "Number of Lines" input in the chart settings. The typical "Number of Lines" setting is 3, meaning the chart forms a new up line when the closing price is above the high prices of the last three lines, and it forms a new down line when the closing price is below the past three lines' low prices. If the current price is higher, it is an up line and if it is lower, it is a down line. If the current closing price is the same or the move in the opposite direction is not large enough to warrant a reversal, l then no new line is draw n" by Tradingview. You can find it here
Now let's start examining the features of the indicator:
By using Line break reversals it shows trend on the main chart. You can create alert .
Moreover, you can decide which trade should be taken by using Risk Management in the indicator. You can set the " Maximum Risk " and then if the risk is more than you set then the trade is not taken. When trend changed it checks the distance between reversal level and open price and compare it with the Maximum Risk
Breakout:
It can find breakouts and shows on the chart. You can create alert for breakouts
It can show breakouts on the main chart:
Flip-Flops:
Upon looking at set of price break charts, the trader will notice that there are instances when uptrend blocks is followed by one reversal block, and then by a reversal to a series of uptrend blocks. The opposite is also possible: a series of downtrend blocks is followed by one reversal box and then by an immediate reversal to downtrend. This price action is called a " Flip-Flop ". This structure usually produces trend continuation signal. when we see this then we better use Buy/Sell stop order. lets see this on the chart:
Temporal Sequence Table:
Sequence frequency shows the frequency distribution of the number of sequential highs and the number of sequential lows that have been generated. This is quite important to the trader who is seeking to join a trend or put on a trade when the price break reverses into a new trend direction. For example, if the pattern over the past year has been that there never were more than nine consecutive high closes, it would make sense not to enter a position late into the sequence of new high closes.
also you can see market structure. I have tried to formalize it and show it under the table. so you can understand if it's choppy market.
"Number of Lines" has very important role. While using low time frames such seconds/minutes time frame you may want to choose higher number of lines such 5,6. ( this may minimize the risk of a whipsaw )
Gaps feature:
You can set Gaps on/off. if Gaps on then you can see how long it takes for each box
Reversal and Continuation Probability:
The script calculated Reversal level and Continuation probability of the trend by using Sequence frequency.
It also shows unconfirmed box and current closing price level:
Last but not least it has Overlay option for all items, and can show all items in the main chart!
P.S. I added alerts :)
Wish you all a happy new year!
Enjoy!
Turtle Soup ICT Strategy [TradingFinder] FVG + CHoCH/CSD🔵 Introduction
The ICT Turtle Soup trading setup, designed in the ICT style, operates by hunting or sweeping liquidity zones to exploit false breakouts and failed breakouts in key liquidity Zones, such as recent highs, lows, or major support and resistance levels.
This setup identifies moments when the price breaches these liquidity zones, triggering stop orders placed (Stop Hunt) by other traders, and then quickly reverses direction. These movements are often associated with liquidity sweeps that create temporary market imbalances.
The reversal is typically confirmed by one of three structural shifts : a Market Structure Shift (MSS), a Change of Character (CHoCH), or a break of the Change in State of Delivery (CISD). Each of these structural shifts provides a reliable signal to interpret market intent and align trading decisions with the expected price movement. After the structural shift, the price frequently pullback to a Fair Value Gap (FVG), offering a precise entry point for trades.
By integrating key concepts such as liquidity, liquidity sweeps, stop order activation, structural shifts (MSS, CHoCH, CISD), and price imbalances, the ICT Turtle Soup setup enables traders to identify reversal points and key entry zones with high accuracy.
This strategy is highly versatile, making it applicable across markets such as forex, stocks, cryptocurrencies, and futures. It offers traders a robust and systematic approach to understanding price movements and optimizing their trading strategies
🟣 Bullish and Bearish Setups
Bullish Setup : The price first sweeps below a Sell-Side Liquidity (SSL) zone, then reverses upward after forming an MSS or CHoCH, and finally pulls back to an FVG, creating a buying opportunity.
Bearish Setup : The price first sweeps above a Buy-Side Liquidity (BSL) zone, then reverses downward after forming an MSS or CHoCH, and finally pulls back to an FVG, creating a selling opportunity.
🔵 How to Use
To effectively utilize the ICT Turtle Soup trading setup, begin by identifying key liquidity zones, such as recent highs, lows, or support and resistance levels, in higher timeframes.
Then, monitor lower timeframes for a Liquidity Sweep and confirmation of a Market Structure Shift (MSS) or Change of Character (CHoCH).
After the structural shift, the price typically pulls back to an FVG, offering an optimal trade entry point. Below, the bullish and bearish setups are explained in detail.
🟣 Bullish Turtle Soup Setup
Identify Sell-Side Liquidity (SSL) : In a higher timeframe (e.g., 1-hour or 4-hour), identify recent price lows or support levels that serve as SSL zones, typically the location of stop-loss orders for traders.
Observe a Liquidity Sweep : On a lower timeframe (e.g., 15-minute or 30-minute), the price must move below one of these liquidity zones and then reverse. This movement indicates a liquidity sweep.
Confirm Market Structure Shift : After the price reversal, look for a structural shift (MSS or CHoCH) indicated by the formation of a Higher Low (HL) and Higher High (HH).
Enter the Trade : Once the structural shift is confirmed, the price typically pulls back to an FVG. Enter a buy trade in this zone, set a stop-loss slightly below the recent low, and target Buy-Side Liquidity (BSL) in the higher timeframe for profit.
🟣 Bearish Turtle Soup Setup
Identify Buy-Side Liquidity (BSL) : In a higher timeframe, identify recent price highs or resistance levels that serve as BSL zones, typically the location of stop-loss orders for traders.
Observe a Liquidity Sweep : On a lower timeframe, the price must move above one of these liquidity zones and then reverse. This movement indicates a liquidity sweep.
Confirm Market Structure Shift : After the price reversal, look for a structural shift (MSS or CHoCH) indicated by the formation of a Lower High (LH) and Lower Low (LL).
Enter the Trade : Once the structural shift is confirmed, the price typically pulls back to an FVG. Enter a sell trade in this zone, set a stop-loss slightly above the recent high, and target Sell-Side Liquidity (SSL) in the higher timeframe for profit.
🔵 Settings
Higher TimeFrame Levels : This setting allows you to specify the higher timeframe (e.g., 1-hour, 4-hour, or daily) for identifying key liquidity zones.
Swing period : You can set the swing detection period.
Max Swing Back Method : It is in two modes "All" and "Custom". If it is in "All" mode, it will check all swings, and if it is in "Custom" mode, it will check the swings to the extent you determine.
Max Swing Back : You can set the number of swings that will go back for checking.
FVG Length : Default is 120 Bar.
MSS Length : Default is 80 Bar.
FVG Filter : This refines the number of identified FVG areas based on a specified algorithm to focus on higher quality signals and reduce noise.
Types of FVG filter s:
Very Aggressive Filter: Adds a condition where, for an upward FVG, the last candle's highest price must exceed the middle candle's highest price, and for a downward FVG, the last candle's lowest price must be lower than the middle candle's lowest price. This minimally filters out FVGs.
Aggressive Filter: Builds on the Very Aggressive mode by ensuring the middle candle is not too small, filtering out more FVGs.
Defensive Filter: Adds criteria regarding the size and structure of the middle candle, requiring it to have a substantial body and specific polarity conditions, filtering out a significant number of FVGs.
Very Defensive Filter: Further refines filtering by ensuring the first and third candles are not small-bodied doji candles, retaining only the highest quality signals.
In the indicator settings, you can customize the visibility of various elements, including MSS, FVG, and HTF Levels. Additionally, the color of each element can be adjusted to match your preferences. This feature allows traders to tailor the chart display to their specific needs, enhancing focus on the key data relevant to their strategy.
🔵 Conclusion
The ICT Turtle Soup trading setup is a powerful tool in the ICT style, enabling traders to exploit false breakouts in key liquidity zones. By combining concepts of liquidity, liquidity sweeps, market structure shifts (MSS and CHoCH), and pullbacks to FVG, this setup helps traders identify precise reversal points and execute trades with reduced risk and increased accuracy.
With applications across various markets, including forex, stocks, crypto, and futures, and its customizable indicator settings, the ICT Turtle Soup setup is ideal for both beginner and advanced traders. By accurately identifying liquidity zones in higher timeframes and confirming structure shifts in lower timeframes, this setup provides a reliable strategy for navigating volatile market conditions.
Ultimately, success with this setup requires consistent practice, precise market analysis, and proper risk management, empowering traders to make smarter decisions and achieve their trading goals.
Smart Money Concept [TradingFinder] Major OB + FVG + Liquidity🔵 Introduction
"Smart Money" refers to funds under the control of institutional investors, central banks, funds, market makers, and other financial entities. Ordinary people recognize investments made by those who have a deep understanding of market performance and possess information typically inaccessible to regular investors as "Smart Money".
Consequently, when market movements often diverge from expectations, traders identify the footprints of smart money. For example, when a classic pattern forms in the market, traders take short positions. However, the market might move upward instead. They attribute this contradiction to smart money and seek to capitalize on such inconsistencies in their trades.
The "Smart Money Concept" (SMC) is one of the primary styles of technical analysis that falls under the subset of "Price Action". Price action encompasses various subcategories, with one of the most significant being "Supply and Demand", in which SMC is categorized.
The SMC method aims to identify trading opportunities by emphasizing the impact of large traders (Smart Money) on the market, offering specific patterns, techniques, and trading strategies.
🟣 Key Terms of Smart Money Concept (SMC)
• Market Structure (Trend)
• Change of Character (ChoCh)
• Break of Structure (BoS)
• Order Blocks (Supply and Demand)
• Imbalance (IMB)
• Inefficiency (IFC)
• Fair Value Gap (FVG)
• Liquidity
• Premium and Discount
🔵 How Does the "Smart Money Concept Indicator" Work?
🟣 Market Structure
a. Accumulation
b. Market-Up
c. Distribution
d. Market-Down
a) Accumulation Phase : During the accumulation period, typically following a downtrend, smart money enters the market without significantly affecting the pricing trend.
b) Market-Up Phase : In this phase, the price of an asset moves upward from the accumulation range and begins to rise. Usually, the buying by retail investors is the main driver of this trend, and due to positive market sentiment, it continues.
c) Distribution Phase : The distribution phase, unlike the accumulation stage, occurs after an uptrend. In this phase, smart money attempts to exit the market without causing significant price fluctuations.
d) Market-Down Phase : In this stage, the price of an asset moves downward from the distribution phase, initiating a prolonged downtrend. Smart money liquidates all its positions by creating selling pressure, trapping latecomer investors.
The result of these four phases in the market becomes the market trend.
Types of Trends in Financial Markets :
a. Up-Trend
b. Down Trend
c. Range (No Trend)
a) Up-Trend : The market breaks consecutive highs.
b) Down Trend : The market breaks consecutive lows.
c) No Trend or Range : The market oscillates within a range without breaking either highs or lows.
🟣 Change of Character (ChoCh)
The "ChoCh" or "Change of Character" pattern indicates an initial change in order flow in financial markets. This structural change occurs when a major pivot in the opposite direction of the market trend fails. It signals a potential change in the market trend and can serve as a signal for short-term or long-term trend changes in a trading symbol.
🟣 Break of Structure (BoS)
The "BoS" or "Break of Structure" pattern indicates the continuation of the trend in financial markets. This structure forms when, in an uptrend, the price breaks its ceiling or, in a downtrend, the price breaks its floor.
🟣 Order Blocks (Supply and Demand)
Order blocks consist of supply and demand areas where the likelihood of price reversal is higher. There are six order blocks in this indicator, categorized based on their origin and formation reasons.
a. Demand Main Zone, "ChoCh" Origin.
b. Demand Sub Zone, "ChoCh" Origin.
c. Demand All Zone, "BoS" Origin.
d. Supply Main Zone, "ChoCh" Origin.
e. Supply Sub Zone, "ChoCh" Origin.
f. Supply All Zone, "BoS" Origin.
🟣 FVG | Inefficiency | Imbalance
These three terms are almost synonymous. They describe the presence of gaps between consecutive candle shadows. This inefficiency occurs when the market moves rapidly. Primarily, imbalances and these rapid movements stem from the entry of smart money and the imbalance between buyer and seller power. Therefore, identifying these movements is crucial for traders.
These areas are significant because prices often return to fill these gaps or even before they occur to fill price gaps.
🟣 Liquidity
Liquidity zones are areas where there is a likelihood of congestion of stop-loss orders. Liquidity is considered the driving force of the entire market, and market makers may manipulate the market using these zones. However, in many cases, this does not happen because there is insufficient liquidity in some areas.
Types of Liquidity in Financial Markets :
a. Trend Lines
b. Double Tops | Double Bottoms
c. Triple Tops | Triple Bottoms
d. Support Lines | Resistance Lines
All four types of liquidity in this indicator are automatically identified.
🟣 Premium and Discount
Premium and discount zones can assist traders in making better decisions. For instance, they may sell positions in expensive ranges and buy in cheaper ranges. The closer the price is to the major resistance, the more expensive it is, and the closer it is to the major support, the cheaper it is.
🔵 How to Use
🟣 Change of Character (ChoCh) and Break of Structure (BoS)
This indicator detects "ChoCh" and "BoS" in both Minor and Major states. You can turn on the display of these lines by referring to the last part of the settings.
🟣 Order Blocks (Supply and Demand)
Order blocks are Zones where the probability of price reversal is higher. In demand Zones you can buy opportunities and in supply Zones you can check sell opportunities.
The "Refinement" feature allows you to adjust the width of the order block according to your strategy. There are two modes, "Aggressive" and "Defensive," in the "Order Block Refine". The difference between "Aggressive" and "Defensive" lies in the width of the order block.
For risk-averse traders, the "Defensive" mode is suitable as it provides a lower loss limit and a greater reward-to-risk ratio. For risk-taking traders, the "Aggressive" mode is more appropriate. These traders prefer to enter trades at higher prices, and this mode, which has a wider order block width, is more suitable for this group of individuals.
🟣 Fair Value Gap (FVG) | Imbalance (IMB) | Inefficiency (IFC)
In order to identify the "fair value gap" on the chart, it must be analyzed candle by candle. In this process, it is important to pay attention to candles with a large size, and a candle and a candle should be examined before that.
Candles before and after this central candle should have long shadows and their bodies should not overlap with the central candle body. The distance between the shadows of the first and third candles is known as the FVG range.
These areas work in two ways :
• Supply and demand area : In this case, the price reacts to these areas and the trend is reversed.
• Liquidity zone : In this scenario, the price "fills" the zone and then reaches the order block.
Important note : In most cases, the FVG zone of very small width acts as a supply and demand zone, while the zone of significant width acts as a liquidity zone and absorbs price.
When the FVG filter is activated, the FVG regions are filtered based on the specified algorithm.
FVG filter types include the following :
1. Very Aggressive Mode : In addition to the initial condition, an additional condition is considered. For bullish FVG, the maximum price of the last candle must be greater than the maximum price of the middle candle.
Similarly, for a bearish FVG, the minimum price of the last candle must be lower than the minimum price of the middle candle. This mode removes the minimum number of FVGs.
2. Aggressive : In addition to the very aggressive condition, the size of the middle candle is also considered. The size of the center candle should not be small and therefore more FVGs are removed in this case.
3. Defensive : In addition to the conditions of the very aggressive mode, this mode also considers the size of the middle pile, which should be relatively large and make up the majority of the body.
Also, to identify bullish FVGs, the second and third candles must be positive, while for bearish FVGs, the second and third candles must be negative. This mode filters out a significant number of FVGs and keeps only those of good quality.
4. Very Defensive : In addition to the conditions of the defensive mode, in this mode the first and third candles should not be very small-bodied doji candles. This mode filters out most FVGs and only the best quality ones remain.
🟣 Liquidity
These levels are where traders intend to exit their trades. "Market makers" or smart money usually accumulate or distribute their trading positions near these levels, where many retail traders have placed their "stop loss" orders. When liquidity is collected from these losses, the price often reverses.
A "Stop hunt" is a move designed to offset liquidity generated by established stop losses. Banks often use major news events to trigger stop hunts and capture liquidity released into the market. For example, if they intend to execute heavy buy orders, they encourage others to sell through stop-hots.
Consequently, if there is liquidity in the market before reaching the order block area, the validity of that order block is higher. Conversely, if the liquidity is close to the order block, that is, the price reaches the order block before reaching the liquidity limit, the validity of that order block is lower.
🟣 Alert
With the new alert functionality in this indicator, you won't miss any important trading signals. Alerts are activated when the price hits the last order block.
1. It is possible to set alerts for each "symbol" and "time frame". The system will automatically detect both and include them in the warning message.
2. Each alert provides the exact date and time it was triggered. This helps you measure the timeliness of the signal and evaluate its relevance.
3. Alerts include target order block price ranges. The "Proximal" level represents the initial price level strike, while the "Distal" level represents the maximum price gap in the block. These details are included in the warning message.
4. You can customize the alert name through the "Alert Name" entry.
5. Create custom messages for "long" and "short" alerts to be sent with notifications.
🔵 Setting
a. Pivot Period of Order Blocks Detector :
Using this parameter, you can set the zigzag period that is formed based on the pivots.
b. Order Blocks Validity Period (Bar) :
You can set the validity period of each Order Block based on the number of candles that have passed since the origin of the Order Block.
c. Demand Main Zone, "ChoCh" Origin :
You can control the display or not display as well as the color of Demand Main Zone, "ChoCh" Origin.
d. Demand Sub Zone, "ChoCh" Origin :
You can control the display or not display as well as the color of Demand Sub Zone, "ChoCh" Origin.
e. Demand All Zone, "BoS" Origin :
You can control the display or not display as well as the color of Demand All Zone, "BoS" Origin.
f. Supply Main Zone, "ChoCh" Origin :
You can control the display or not display as well as the color of Supply Main Zone, "ChoCh" Origin.
g. Supply Sub Zone, "ChoCh" Origin :
You can control the display or not display as well as the color of Supply Sub Zone, "ChoCh" Origin.
h. Supply All Zone, "BoS" Origin :
You can control the display or not display as well as the color of Supply All Zone, "BoS" Origin.
i. Refine Demand Main : You can choose to be refined or not and also the type of refining.
j. Refine Demand Sub : You can choose to be refined or not and also the type of refining.
k. Refine Demand BoS : You can choose to be refined or not and also the type of refining.
l. Refine Supply Main : You can choose to be refined or not and also the type of refining.
m. Refine Supply Sub : You can choose to be refined or not and also the type of refining.
n. Refine Supply BoS : You can choose to be refined or not and also the type of refining.
o. Show Demand FVG : You can choose to show or not show Demand FVG.
p. Show Supply FVG : You can choose to show or not show Supply FVG
q. FVG Filter : You can choose whether FVG is filtered or not. Also specify the type of filter you want to use.
r. Show Statics High Liquidity Line : Show or not show Statics High Liquidity Line.
s. Show Statics Low Liquidity Line : Show or not show Statics Low Liquidity Line.
t. Show Dynamics High Liquidity Line : Show or not show Dynamics High Liquidity Line.
u. Show Dynamics Low Liquidity Line : Show or not show Dynamics Low Liquidity Line.
v. Statics Period Pivot :
Using this parameter, you can set the Swing period that is formed based on Static Liquidity Lines.
w. Dynamics Period Pivot :
Using this parameter, you can set the Swing period that is formed based Dynamics Liquidity Lines.
x. Statics Liquidity Line Sensitivity :
is a number between 0 and 0.4. Increasing this number decreases the sensitivity of the "Statics Liquidity Line Detection" function and increases the number of lines identified. The default value is 0.3.
y. Dynamics Liquidity Line Sensitivity :
is a number between 0.4 and 1.95. Increasing this number increases the sensitivity of the "Dynamics Liquidity Line Detection" function and decreases the number of lines identified. The default value is 1.
z. Alerts Name : You can customize the alert name using this input and set it to your desired name.
aa. Alert Demand Main Mitigation :
If you want to receive the alert about Demand Main 's mitigation after setting the alerts, leave this tick on. Otherwise, turn it off.
bb. Alert Demand Sub Mitigation :
If you want to receive the alert about Demand Sub's mitigation after setting the alerts, leave this tick on. Otherwise, turn it off.
cc. Alert Demand BoS Mitigation :
If you want to receive the alert about Demand BoS's mitigation after setting the alerts, leave this tick on. Otherwise, turn it off.
dd. Alert Supply Main Mitigation :
If you want to receive the alert about Supply Main's mitigation after setting the alerts, leave this tick on. Otherwise, turn it off.
ee. Alert Supply Sub Mitigation :
If you want to receive the alert about Supply Sub's mitigation after setting the alerts, leave this tick on. Otherwise, turn it off.
ff. Alert Supply BoS Mitigation :
If you want to receive the alert about Supply BoS's mitigation after setting the alerts, leave this tick on. Otherwise, turn it off.
gg. Message Frequency :
This parameter, represented as a string, determines the frequency of announcements. Options include: 'All' (triggers the alert every time the function is called), 'Once Per Bar' (triggers the alert only on the first call within the bar), and 'Once Per Bar Close' (activates the alert only during the final script execution of the real-time bar upon closure). The default setting is 'Once per Bar'.
hh. Show Alert time by Time Zone :
The date, hour, and minute displayed in alert messages can be configured to reflect any chosen time zone. For instance, if you prefer London time, you should input 'UTC+1'. By default, this input is configured to the 'UTC' time zone.
ii. Display More Info : The 'Display More Info' option provides details regarding the price range of the order blocks (Zone Price), along with the date, hour, and minute. If you prefer not to include this information in the alert message, you should set it to 'Off'.
You also have access to display or not to display, choose the Style and Color of all the lines below :
a. Major Bullish "BoS" Lines
b. Major Bearish "BoS" Lines
c. Minor Bullish "BoS" Lines
d. Minor Bearish "BoS" Lines
e. Major Bullish "ChoCh" Lines
f. Major Bearish "ChoCh" Lines
g. Minor Bullish "ChoCh" Lines
h. Minor Bearish "ChoCh" Lines
i. Last Major Support Line
j. Last Major Resistance Line
k. Last Minor Support Line
l. Last Minor Resistance Line
Session Sweeps [LuxAlgo]The Session Sweeps indicator combines ICT-based features for a complete trading methodology involving market sessions, market structure, and fair value gaps to find optimal entry conditions for trading price action.
Traders frequently tend to place stop/limit orders at the high and low points of major trading sessions such as Asian (Tokyo), European (London), and North American (New York), resulting in the establishment of liquidity pools at those particular levels. The Session Sweeps indicator is crafted to recognize and underscore occurrences of session sweeps or liquidity sweeps during these major trading sessions.
🔶 USAGE
Default settings utilize major forex trading sessions, yet users can select their preferred opening and closing times, rename the sessions, or adjust the colors. It's important to note that the specified times for each session align with the respective local timezones: Asian (Tokyo) UTC+9, European (London) UTC, and North American (New York) UTC-5.
If the price briefly crosses either the highest or lowest point of a market session. These movements, aiming at triggering stop losses, suggest potential shifts in the market direction. Detecting such movements is the fundamental purpose and core functionality of the script.
🔹Market Structure Shifts
A Market Structure Shift refers to a change in market direction, either from an uptrend to a downtrend or vice versa. A part of a common entry model when using session sweeps is waiting for the formation of a CHoCH after a session sweep.
🔹Fair Value Gaps
A Fair Value Gap (FVG) holds particular appeal for price action traders, emerging when there are inefficiencies or imbalances in the market, often a result of uneven buying and selling activity. The underlying concept of FVGs is that the market tends to revisit these inefficiencies before resuming its trajectory in alignment with the initial impulsive move.
After the formation of a CHoCH traders can enter a position when the price enters the area of a Fair Value Gap (FVG).
🔹Setup Examples
This entry setup is commonly used by ICT traders and is shared for informational & educational purposes only.
Long Positions (5-Minute Timeframe):
Wait for the previous session's low to be swept.
Look for a Bullish Choch.
Find a Bullish FVG formed by or before the Choch.
Entry Point: At the FVG.
Take Profit (TP): At the session high or aim for a 1:2 Risk-Reward Ratio.
Stop Loss (SL): At the session low or nearest Swing Low.
Take partial profits at intermediate swings, but don’t shift SL prematurely.
Short Positions (5-Minute Timeframe):
Wait for the previous session's high to be swept.
Look for a Bearish Choch.
Find a FVG formed by or before the Choch.
Entry Point: At the FVG.
Take Profit (TP): At the previous session's low or aim for a 1:2 RR.
Stop Loss (SL): At the session high or nearest Swing High.
Take partial profits at intermediate swings, but don’t shift SL prematurely.
🔶 SETTINGS
🔹Session Sweeps
Buyside Sweep Zones, Color, and Margin: toggles the visibility of bullside sweep zones, customizes the associated color, and sets the margin value defining the range of a bullside sweep zone.
Sellside Sweep Zones, Color, and Margin: toggles the visibility of sell-side sweep zones, customizes the associated color, and sets the margin value defining the range of a sell-side sweep zone.
Sweep Margin Length: specifies the maximum allowed length of a sweep zone invalidation, the length over which the price slightly invalidated the margin range.
Detect Sweeps Once per Session: if enabled will detect only once a sweep zone within a session.
Hide Fake Sweep Zones, and Color: controls the visibility and color of the fake sweep zones.
🔹Sessions
Session (Asia, London, New York AM, and New York PM), Start Time, and End Time: enables or disables the visibility of the named market session range, and customization of the session hours.
Color: color customization option of the named session.
Extend Max/Min: extends the highest and lowest price levels of the named session until the end of the next enabled session. This option is recommended to be enabled when sweep zone detection is activated to observe the relationship between the sweep zone and previous session extreme levels.
Extend Mid: extends the mean price levels of the named session until the end of the next enabled session. The extended line may serve as potential support and resistance levels.
Fill: enables/disables background coloring of the named session.
New York DST | London DST: enabling this option initiates Daylight Saving Time (DST) for New York or London. Note: Daylight Saving Time is not applied to the Asian (Tokyo) session.
Sessions Extreme Lines | Sessions Names: toggles the visibility of the highest and lowest price levels, as well as the names, for all market sessions.
Session Lines Width: sets the width of the lines for all sessions.
Session Fill Transparency: sets the background color transparency of the range for all sessions.
🔹Market Structure Shifts
Market Structure Shifts: toggles the visibility of market structure shifts, also known as change of character (CHoCH).
Detection Length: specifies the detection length.
Market Structure Shifts; Bull & Bear: color customization options.
🔹Fair Value Gaps
Fair Value Gaps: toggles the visibility of the fair value gaps.
Fair Value Gap Width Filter: specifies the filtering multiplier; additional details can be found in the tooltip of the respective input option.
Bullish & Bearish Imbalance: color customization options.
🔹Sessions Tabular View
Sessions Tabular View: toggles the visibility of the tabular view of the sessions, displaying date &time, status, and countdown counter.
Hide if not Forex Market Instrument: checks the market and automatically enables/disables the option based on the market instrument.
Table Text Size & Position: size and placement customization options
🔶 LIMITATIONS
Please be aware that fair value gap filtering cannot be applied to the initial 144 candles (with a fixed-length ATR) as the ATR value necessary for filtering won't be available during this period.
🔶 RELATED SCRIPTS
Buyside-Sellside-Liquidity
Sessions
Liquidity-Voids-FVG
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ICT HTF Liquidity Levels /w Alert [MsF]Japanese below / 日本語説明は英文の後にあります。
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*This indicator is based on sbtnc's "HTF Liquidity Levels". It's a very cool indicator. thank you.
It has 3 functions: visualization of HTF liquidity (with alert), candle color change when displacement occurs, and MSB (market structure break) line display.
=== Function description ===
1. HTF liquidity (with alert)
Lines visualize the liquidity pools on the HTF bars. Alerts can be set for each TF's line.
Once the price reaches the line, the line is repaint.
To put it plainly, the old line disappears and a new line appears. The line that disappeared remains as a purged line. (It is also possible to hide the purged line with a parameter)
The alert will be triggered at the moment the line disappears. An alert will be issued when you touch the HTF's liquid pools where the loss is accumulated, so you can notice the stop hunting with the alert.
This alert is an original feature of this indicator.
The timeframe of the HTF can't modify. You can get Monthly, weekly, daily and H1 and H4.
Each timeframe displays the 3 most recent lines. By narrowing it down to 3, it is devised to make it easier to see visually. (This indicator original)
2. Displacement
Change the color display of the candlesticks when a bullish candle stick or bearish candle stick is attached. Furthermore, by enabling the "Require FVG" option, you can easily discover the FVG (Fair Value Gap). It is a very useful function for ICT trading.
3. MSB (market structure break)
Displays High/Low lines for the period specified by the parameter. It is useful for discovering BoS & CHoCH/MSS, which are important in ICT trading.
=== Parameter description ===
- HTF LIQUIDITY
- Daily … Daily line display settings (color, line width)
- Weekly … Weekly line display settings (color, line width)
- Monthly … Monthly line display settings (color, line width)
- INTRADAY LIQUIDITY
- 1H … 1H line display settings (color, line width)
- 4H … 4H line display settings (color, line width)
- PURGED LIQUIDITY … Display setting of the line once the candle reaches
- Show Purge Daily … Daily purged line display/non-display setting
- Show Purge Weekly … Weekly purged line display/non-display setting
- Show Purge Monthly … Monthly purged line display/non-display setting
- Show Purge 1H … 1H purged line display/non-display setting
- Show Purge 4H … 4H purged line display/non-display setting
- MARKET STRUCTURE BREAK - MBS
- Loopback … Period for searching High/Low
- DISPLACEMENT FOR FVG
- Require FVG … Draw only when FVG occurs
- Displacement Type … Displacement from open to close? or from high to low?
- Displacement Length … Period over which to calculate the standard deviation
- Displacement Strength … The larger the number, the stronger the displacement detected
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このインジケータはsbtncさんの"HTF Liquidity Levels"をベースに作成しています。
上位足流動性の可視化（アラート付き）、変位発生時のローソク色変更、MSB(market structure break)ライン表示の３つの機能を有します。
＜機能説明＞
■上位足流動性の可視化
上位足の流動性の吹き溜まり（ストップが溜まっているところ）をラインで可視化します。ラインにはアラートを設定することが可能です。
一度価格がラインに到達するとそのラインは再描画されます。
平たく言うと、今までのラインが消えて新しいラインが出現する。という事です。
消えたラインはpurgeラインとして残ります。（パラメータでpurgeラインを非表示にすることも可能です）
アラートはラインが消える瞬間に発報します。上位足の損切り溜まってるところにタッチするとアラートを発報するので、アラートにてストップ狩りに気づくことができます。
このアラート発報については本インジケータオリジナルの機能となります。
表示可能な上位足のタイムフレームは固定です。月足、週足、日足およびH1とH4を表示することができます。
各タイムフレーム、直近から3つのラインを表示します。3つに絞ることで視覚的に見やすく工夫しています。（本インジケータオリジナル）
■変位発生時のローソク色変更
大きな陽線、陰線を付けた場合に、そのローソク足をカラー表示を変更します。
さらに"Require FVG"オプションを有効にすることで、FVG（Fair Value Gap）を容易に発見することができます。ICTトレードにを行うにあたり大変有用な機能となっています。
■MSB(market structure break)ライン表示
パラメータで指定した期間のHigh/Lowをライン表示します。ICTトレードで重要視しているBoS & CHoCH/MSSの発見に役立ちます。
＜パラメータ説明＞
- HTF LIQUIDITY
- Daily … 日足ライン表示設定（色、線幅）
- Weekly … 週足ライン表示設定（色、線幅）
- Monthly … 月足ライン表示設定（色、線幅）
- INTRADAY LIQUIDITY
- 1H … 1時間足ライン表示設定（色、線幅）
- 4H … 4時間足ライン表示設定（色、線幅）
- PURGED LIQUIDITY … 一度到達したラインの表示設定
- Show Purge Daily … 日足ライン表示／非表示設定
- Show Purge Weekly … 週足ライン表示／非表示設定
- Show Purge Monthly … 月足ライン表示／非表示設定
- Show Purge 1H … 1時間足ライン表示／非表示設定
- Show Purge 4H … 4時間足ライン表示／非表示設定
- MARKET STRUCTURE BREAK - MBS
- Loopback … High/Lowを探索する期間
- DISPLACEMENT FOR FVG
- Require FVG … FVG発生時のみ描画する
- Displacement Type … openからcloseまでの変位か？highからlowまでの変位か？
- Displacement Length … 標準偏差を計算する期間
- Displacement Strength … 変位の強さ（数字が大きいほど強い変位を検出）
Money Flow LineWhat is this? The Money Flow Line (MFL) indicator is at its core a more even-tempered version of the Price-Volume-Trend (PVT). The primary difference is the usage of `hlc3` ((high + low + close) / 3) rather than `close` to use the "typical price" that it critical to the calculation of the Money Flow Index (MFI). Other similar indicators include the Accumulation Distribution Line (ADL) and the On Balance Volume (OBV) indicators. The purpose of all of these indicators is to attempt to measure the strength of the money flow by combining price and volume into a rolling measurement that can be compared over time to look for confirmations and divergences.
The indicator also includes an optional averaging (smoothing) line that can be enabled in the display settings. Enabling this smoothing line with a desired period allows for simpler trend comparisons and also allows the user to view how far the line has diverged from the mean. This creates an indicator very similar to Elder's Force Index (EFI), which is also a `close * volume` style indicator.
Why is this important? After an extreme movement or volume spike the MFI will "snap back" sharply as that bar eventually exits the set period. This produces a result that is meaningless and skews the indicator away from the market structure. Because of this behavior, range clamping, and the loss of comparative history I prefer to shy away from oscillator style indicators. The Money Flow Line instead gives you all of the history so you may compare and see the broader trend without sharp snaps in history based on an arbitrary period setting.
Why is this better? This produces a no-lag indicator that isn't subject to the harsh skewing produced by they Money Flow Index's period calculation. It doesn't lose history like MFI or EFI, is clear about the trend direction, and prefers a "typical price" (averaging the entire range of each bar) rather than whatever happens to be the closing price for a given bar.
How can I use it? The indicator is attempting to measure supply and demand in the markets. No indicator is perfect, but we can use all of the information we have available to make our best predictions. There are only 3 pieces of data the market gives us:
1. Price (action)
2. Volume
3. Time
The Money Flow Line combines all of these data points into a readable rolling data set that attempts to show subtle balance of power shifts based on changes in volume and "smart money" (or "big money") stepping in and out of the picture. Much like PVT, we look for the same things:
- Trend Identification: an up or down trend appears in the MFL
- Confirmations: the MFL agrees with price action in direction and magnitude
- Divergence: the MFL disagrees with price action, indicating a reversal may be coming soon
When applying the smoothing line we can also look for similar things we would with EFI. The primary case would be to look for the MFL to jump very far away from the mean (a high magnitude movement) which indicates that price may be reverting towards the mean soon (a "mean reversion"). On the other hand, it may indicate strength in the current price direction. All of these predictions depend heavily on price action and market structure. Good luck!
SMC Structure Levels – BOS & CHoCH for XAUUSDThis is a custom-made TradingView indicator designed to visualize high-confidence market structure shifts based on Smart Money Concepts (SMC), focusing on Break of Structure (BOS) and Change of Character (CHoCH) points. The tool is optimized for XAUUSD but works across all major forex, crypto, and index markets.
It identifies key pivot points and filters them using both price distance and bar spacing, helping traders focus only on meaningful structural changes — not noisy signals. This makes it ideal for traders looking to track institutional-style price behavior with clarity.
🔑 Key Features:
Clean BOS & CHoCH Labels: The indicator plots “BOS” above candles when a structural break occurs in the trend direction, and “CHoCH” below candles when early signs of a reversal appear.
Spaced Signals: Only plots structure shifts that meet both time and price distance filters, preventing clutter and overplotting on the chart.
Swing-Based Logic: Built on pivot high/low analysis with adjustable sensitivity, ensuring flexible structure detection on any timeframe.
Fully Customizable: Modify:
Swing Sensitivity (number of bars before/after pivot)
Minimum bar spacing between BOS/CHoCH signals
Minimum price movement (in pips) between labels
Toggle BOS or CHoCH visibility individually
No Repainting: Once confirmed, signals remain fixed on the chart for historical review.
Zero Clutter: Unlike typical SMC tools that flood the chart, this indicator prioritizes clarity and signal quality.
🧠 What is BOS & CHoCH?
Break of Structure (BOS): Indicates continuation of the current market trend.
Change of Character (CHoCH): Suggests a potential early trend reversal or shift in momentum.
These tools are often used by Smart Money traders to mark significant turning points and trend confirmations.
⚙️ Use Cases:
Structural tracking in Smart Money Concepts (SMC)
Identifying trend continuation or early reversal
XAUUSD (Gold) swing and intraday analysis
Support for Order Blocks, Liquidity Grabs, and FVG confluence
Backtesting market structure break behavior
📌 Best Pairs:
XAUUSD (Gold)
Any asset where structure-based analysis is relevant
📎 Release Notes:
v1.0 – Initial release of BOS/CHoCH structure tool with spacing and pip-distance filtering for XAUUSD analysis.
⚠️ Disclaimer:
This indicator is built for educational and analytical purposes only. It does not constitute trading advice or guarantee profitable signals. Always use with a proper risk management strategy and confirm signals with additional confluence.
✅ This matches the exact quality and structure of the description you showed earlier.
Just copy this into your TradingView script page when publishing. If you'd like the next version with Order Blocks or FVG, say the word.
DA Cloud - DynamicDA Cloud - Dynamic | Detailed Overview
🌟 What Makes This Indicator Special
The DA Cloud - Dynamic is an advanced technical analysis tool that creates adaptive support and resistance zones that expand and contract based on market volatility. Unlike traditional static indicators, this cloud system "breathes" with the market, providing dynamic levels that adjust to changing market conditions.
📊 Core Components
1. Multi-Layered Cloud Structure
Resistance Cloud (Red): Three dynamic resistance levels (RL1, RL2, RL3) with intermediate channels (RC1, RC2)
Support Cloud (Green): Three dynamic support levels (SL1, SL2, SL3) with intermediate channels (SC1, SC2)
Trend Cloud (Blue): Five trend lines (TU2, TU1, TM, TL1, TL2) that flow through the center
Confirmation Line (Purple): A fast-reacting line that confirms trend changes
2. Forward Displacement Technology
The entire cloud system is projected 21 bars into the future (Fibonacci number), allowing traders to see potential support and resistance levels before price reaches them. This predictive element is inspired by Ichimoku Cloud theory but enhanced with modern volatility dynamics.
🔬 How It Works (Without Revealing the Secret Sauce)
Volatility-Responsive Design
The indicator continuously measures market volatility across multiple timeframes
During high volatility periods (like major breakouts), clouds expand dramatically
During consolidation, clouds contract and tighten around price
This creates a "breathing" effect that adapts to market conditions
Multi-Timeframe Analysis
Incorporates Fibonacci sequence periods (3, 13, 21, 34, 55) for calculations
Blends short-term responsiveness with long-term stability
Creates smooth, flowing lines that filter out market noise
Dynamic Level Calculation
Levels are not fixed percentages or static bands
Each level adapts based on current market structure and volatility
Channel lines (RC1, RC2, SC1, SC2) provide intermediate support/resistance
🎯 Key Features
1. Touch Point Detection
Colored dots appear when price touches key levels
Red dots = resistance touch
Green dots = support touch
Blue dots = trend median touch
2. Entry/Exit Signals
"Cloud Entry" labels when confirmation line crosses above SL1
"Cloud Exit" labels when confirmation line crosses below RL1
Background color changes based on bullish/bearish bias
3. Information Table
Real-time display of key levels (RL1, TM, SL1)
Current bias indicator (BULLISH/BEARISH)
Updates dynamically as market moves
⚙️ Customization Options
Main Controls:
Sensitivity (5-50): How responsive clouds are to price movements
Smoothing (1-50): Controls the flow and smoothness of cloud lines
Forward Displacement (0-50): How many bars to project the cloud forward
Advanced Volatility Settings:
Volatility Lookback (50-1000): Period for establishing volatility baseline
Volatility Smoothing (1-50): Reduces spikes in volatility expansion
Expansion Power (0.1-2.0): Controls how dramatically clouds expand
Range Divisor (1.0-20.0): Master control for overall cloud width
Level Spacing:
Individual multipliers for each resistance and support level
Allows fine-tuning of cloud structure to match different markets
Trend Spacing:
Separate controls for inner and outer trend bands
Customize the trend cloud density
📈 Trading Applications
1. Trend Identification
Price above TM (Trend Median) = Bullish bias
Price below TM = Bearish bias
Cloud color and width indicate trend strength
2. Support/Resistance Trading
Use RL1/SL1 as primary targets and reversal zones
RC1/RC2 and SC1/SC2 provide intermediate levels
RL3/SL3 mark extreme levels often seen at major tops/bottoms
3. Volatility Analysis
Expanding clouds signal increasing volatility and potential big moves
Contracting clouds indicate consolidation and potential breakout setup
Cloud width helps with position sizing and risk management
4. Multi-Timeframe Confirmation
Works on all timeframes from 1-minute to monthly
Higher timeframes show major market structure
Lower timeframes provide precise entry/exit points
🎓 Best Practices
Combine with Volume: High volume at cloud levels increases reliability
Watch for Touch Clusters: Multiple touches at a level indicate strength
Monitor Cloud Expansion: Sudden expansion often precedes major moves
Use Multiple Timeframes: Confirm signals across different time periods
Respect the Trend Median: This is often the most important level
⚡ Performance Notes
Optimized for up to 2000 bars of historical data
Smooth performance with 500+ lines and labels
Works on all markets: Crypto, Forex, Stocks, Commodities
📝 Version Info
Current Version: 1.0
Dynamic volatility expansion system
Full customization suite
Touch point detection
Entry/exit signals
Forward displacement projection
3D Surface Modeling [PhenLabs]📊 3D Surface Modeling
Version: PineScript™ v6
📌 Description
The 3D Surface Modeling indicator revolutionizes technical analysis by generating three-dimensional visualizations of multiple technical indicators across various timeframes. This advanced analytical tool processes and renders complex indicator data through a sophisticated matrix-based calculation system, creating an intuitive 3D surface representation of market dynamics.
The indicator employs array-based computations to simultaneously analyze multiple instances of selected technical indicators, mapping their behavior patterns across different temporal dimensions. This unique approach enables traders to identify complex market patterns and relationships that may be invisible in traditional 2D charts.
🚀 Points of Innovation
Matrix-Based Computation Engine: Processes up to 500 concurrent indicator calculations in real-time
Dynamic 3D Rendering System: Creates depth perception through sophisticated line arrays and color gradients
Multi-Indicator Integration: Seamlessly combines VWAP, Hurst, RSI, Stochastic, CCI, MFI, and Fractal Dimension analyses
Adaptive Scaling Algorithm: Automatically adjusts visualization parameters based on indicator type and market conditions
🔧 Core Components
Indicator Processing Module: Handles real-time calculation of multiple technical indicators using array-based mathematics
3D Visualization Engine: Converts indicator data into three-dimensional surfaces using line arrays and color mapping
Dynamic Scaling System: Implements custom normalization algorithms for different indicator types
Color Gradient Generator: Creates depth perception through programmatic color transitions
🔥 Key Features
Multi-Indicator Support: Comprehensive analysis across seven different technical indicators
Customizable Visualization: User-defined color schemes and line width parameters
Real-time Processing: Continuous calculation and rendering of 3D surfaces
Cross-Timeframe Analysis: Simultaneous visualization of indicator behavior across multiple periods
🎨 Visualization
Surface Plot: Three-dimensional representation using up to 500 lines with dynamic color gradients
Depth Indicators: Color intensity variations showing indicator value magnitude
Pattern Recognition: Visual identification of market structures across multiple timeframes
📖 Usage Guidelines
Indicator Selection
Type: VWAP, Hurst, RSI, Stochastic, CCI, MFI, Fractal Dimension
Default: VWAP
Starting Length: Minimum 5 periods
Default: 10
Step Size: Interval between calculations
Range: 1-10
Visualization Parameters
Color Scheme: Green, Red, Blue options
Line Width: 1-5 pixels
Surface Resolution: Up to 500 lines
✅ Best Use Cases
Multi-timeframe market analysis
Pattern recognition across different technical indicators
Trend strength assessment through 3D visualization
Market behavior study across multiple periods
⚠️ Limitations
High computational resource requirements
Maximum 500 line restriction
Requires substantial historical data
Complex visualization learning curve
🔬 How It Works
1. Data Processing:
Calculates selected indicator values across multiple timeframes
Stores results in multi-dimensional arrays
Applies custom scaling algorithms
2. Visualization Generation:
Creates line arrays for 3D surface representation
Applies color gradients based on value magnitude
Renders real-time updates to surface plot
3. Display Integration:
Synchronizes with chart timeframe
Updates surface plot dynamically
Maintains visual consistency across updates
🌟 Credits:
Inspired by LonesomeTheBlue (modified for multiple indicator types with scaling fixes and additional unique mappings)
💡 Note:
Optimal performance requires sufficient computing resources and historical data. Users should start with default settings and gradually adjust parameters based on their analysis requirements and system capabilities.
Fibonacci Retracement Engine (DFRE) [PhenLabs]📊 Fibonacci Retracement Engine (DFRE)
Version: PineScript™ v6
📌 Description
Dynamic Fibonacci Retracement Engine (DFRE) is a sophisticated technical analysis tool that automatically detects important swing points and draws precise Fibonacci retracement levels on various timeframes. The intelligent indicator eliminates the subjectivity of manual Fibonacci drawing using intelligent swing detection algorithms combined with multi timeframe confluence analysis.
Built for professional traders who demand accuracy and consistency, DFRE provides real time Fibonacci levels that adapt to modifications in market structure without sacrificing accuracy in changing market conditions. The indicator excels at identifying key support and resistance levels where price action is more likely to react, giving traders a potent edge in entry and exit timing.
🚀 Points of Innovation
Intelligent Swing Detection Algorithm : Advanced pivot detection with customizable confirmation bars and minimum swing percentage thresholds
Multi-Timeframe Confluence Engine : Simultaneous analysis across three timeframes to identify high-probability zones
Dynamic Level Management : Automatically updates and manages multiple Fibonacci sets while maintaining chart clarity
Adaptive Visualization System : Smart labeling that shows only the most relevant levels based on user preferences
Real-Time Confluence Detection : Identifies zones where multiple Fibonacci levels from different timeframes converge
Automated Alert System : Comprehensive notifications for level breakouts and confluence zone formations
🔧 Core Components
Swing Point Detection Engine : Uses pivot high/low calculations with strength confirmation to identify significant market turns
Fibonacci Calculator : Automatically computes standard retracement levels (0.236, 0.382, 0.5, 0.618, 0.786, 0.886) plus extensions (1.272, 1.618)
Multi-Timeframe Security Function : Safely retrieves Fibonacci data from higher timeframes without repainting
Confluence Analysis Module : Mathematically identifies zones where multiple levels cluster within specified thresholds
Dynamic Drawing Management : Efficiently handles line and label creation, updates, and deletion to maintain performance
🔥 Key Features
Customizable Swing Detection : Adjust swing length (3-50 bars) and strength confirmation (1-10 bars) to match your trading style
Selective Level Display : Choose which Fibonacci levels to show, from core levels to full extensions
Multi-Timeframe Analysis : Analyze up to 3 different timeframes simultaneously for confluence identification
Intelligent Labeling System : Options to show main levels only or all levels, with latest-set-only functionality
Visual Customization : Adjustable line width, colors, and extension options for optimal chart clarity
Performance Optimization : Limit maximum Fibonacci sets (1-5) to maintain smooth chart performance
Comprehensive Alerting : Get notified on level breakouts and confluence zone formations
🎨 Visualization
Dynamic Fibonacci Lines : Color-coded lines (green for uptrends, red for downtrends) with customizable width and extension
Smart Level Labels : Precise level identification with both ratio and price values displayed
Confluence Zone Highlighting : Visual emphasis on areas where multiple timeframe levels converge
Clean Chart Management : Automatic cleanup of old drawing objects to prevent chart clutter
Responsive Design : All visual elements adapt to different chart sizes and timeframes
📖 Usage Guidelines
Swing Detection Settings
Swing Detection Length - Default: 25 | Range: 3-50 | Controls the lookback period for identifying pivot points. Lower values detect more frequent swings but may include noise, while higher values focus on major market turns.
Swing Strength (Confirmation Bars) - Default: 2 | Range: 1-10 | Number of bars required to confirm a swing point. Higher values reduce false signals but increase lag.
Minimum Swing % Change - Default: 1.0% | Range: 0.1-10.0% | Minimum percentage change required to register a valid swing. Filters out insignificant price movements.
Fibonacci Level Settings
Individual Level Toggles : Enable/disable specific Fibonacci levels (0.236, 0.382, 0.5, 0.618, 0.786, 0.886)
Extensions : Show projection levels (1.272, 1.618) for target identification
Multi-Timeframe Settings
Timeframe Selection : Choose three higher timeframes for confluence analysis
Confluence Threshold : Percentage tolerance for level clustering (0.5-5.0%)
✅ Best Use Cases
Swing Trading : Identify optimal entry and exit points at key retracement levels
Confluence Trading : Focus on high-probability zones where multiple timeframe levels align
Support/Resistance Trading : Use dynamic levels that adapt to changing market structure
Breakout Trading : Monitor level breaks for momentum continuation signals
Target Setting : Utilize extension levels for profit target placement
⚠️ Limitations
Lagging Nature : Requires confirmed swing points, which means levels appear after significant moves
Market Condition Dependency : Works best in trending markets; less effective in extremely choppy conditions
Multiple Signal Complexity : Multiple timeframe analysis may produce conflicting signals requiring experience to interpret
Performance Considerations : Multiple Fibonacci sets and MTF analysis may impact indicator loading time on slower devices
💡 What Makes This Unique
Automated Precision : Eliminates manual drawing errors and subjective level placement
Multi-Timeframe Intelligence : Combines analysis from multiple timeframes for superior confluence detection
Adaptive Management : Automatically updates and manages multiple Fibonacci sets as market structure evolves
Professional-Grade Alerts : Comprehensive notification system for all significant level interactions
🔬 How It Works
Step 1 - Swing Point Identification : Scans price action using pivot high/low calculations with specified lookback periods, applies confirmation logic to eliminate false signals, and calculates swing strength based on surrounding price action for quality assessment.
Step 2 - Fibonacci Level Calculation : Automatically computes retracement and extension levels between confirmed swing points, creates dynamic level sets that update as new swing points are identified, and maintains multiple active Fibonacci sets for comprehensive market analysis.
Step 3 - Multi-Timeframe Confluence : Retrieves Fibonacci data from higher timeframes using secure request functions, analyzes level clustering across different timeframes within specified thresholds, and identifies high-probability zones where multiple levels converge.
💡 Note: This indicator works best when combined with other technical analysis tools and proper risk management. The multi-timeframe confluence feature provides the highest probability setups, but always confirm signals with additional analysis before entering trades.
Liquidity Break Probability [PhenLabs]📊 Liquidity Break Probability
Version: PineScript™ v6
The Liquidity Break Probability indicator revolutionizes how traders approach liquidity levels by providing real-time probability calculations for level breaks. This advanced indicator combines sophisticated market analysis with machine learning inspired probability models to predict the likelihood of high/low breaks before they happen.
Unlike traditional liquidity indicators that simply draw lines, LBP analyzes market structure, volume profiles, momentum, volatility, and sentiment to generate dynamic break probabilities ranging from 5% to 95%. This gives traders unprecedented insight into which levels are most likely to hold or break, enabling more confident trading decisions.
🚀 Points of Innovation
Advanced 6-factor probability model weighing market structure, volatility, volume, momentum, patterns, and sentiment
Real-time probability updates that adjust as market conditions change
Intelligent trading style presets (Scalping, Day Trading, Swing Trading) with optimized parameters
Dynamic color-coded probability labels showing break likelihood percentages
Professional tiered input system - from quick setup to expert-level customization
Smart volume filtering that only highlights levels with significant institutional interest
🔧 Core Components
Market Structure Analysis: Evaluates trend alignment, level strength, and momentum buildup using EMA crossovers and price action
Volatility Engine: Incorporates ATR expansion, Bollinger Band positioning, and price distance calculations
Volume Profile System: Analyzes current volume strength, smart money proxies, and level creation volume ratios
Momentum Calculator: Combines RSI positioning, MACD strength, and momentum divergence detection
Pattern Recognition: Identifies reversal patterns (doji, hammer, engulfing) near key levels
Sentiment Analysis: Processes fear/greed indicators and market breadth measurements
🔥 Key Features
Dynamic Probability Labels: Real-time percentage displays showing break probability with color coding (red >70%, orange >50%, white <50%)
Trading Style Optimization: One-click presets automatically configure sensitivity and parameters for your trading timeframe
Professional Dashboard: Live market state monitoring with nearest level tracking and active level counts
Smart Alert System: Customizable proximity alerts and high-probability break notifications
Advanced Level Management: Intelligent line cleanup and historical analysis options
Volume-Validated Levels: Only displays levels backed by significant volume for institutional-grade analysis
🎨 Visualization
Recent Low Lines: Red lines marking validated support levels with probability percentages
Recent High Lines: Blue lines showing resistance zones with break likelihood indicators
Probability Labels: Color-coded percentage labels that update in real-time
Professional Dashboard: Customizable panel showing market state, active levels, and current price
Clean Display Modes: Toggle between active-only view for clean charts or historical view for analysis
📖 Usage Guidelines
Quick Setup
Trading Style Preset
Default: Day Trading
Options: Scalping, Day Trading, Swing Trading, Custom
Description: Automatically optimizes all parameters for your preferred trading timeframe and style
Show Break Probability %
Default: True
Description: Displays percentage labels next to each level showing break probability
Line Display
Default: Active Only
Options: Active Only, All Levels
Description: Choose between clean active-only view or comprehensive historical analysis
Level Detection Settings
Level Sensitivity
Default: 5
Range: 1-20
Description: Lower values show more levels (sensitive), higher values show fewer levels (selective)
Volume Filter Strength
Default: 2.0
Range: 0.5-5.0
Description: Controls minimum volume threshold for level validation
Advanced Probability Model
Market Trend Influence
Default: 25%
Range: 0-50%
Description: Weight given to overall market trend in probability calculations
Volume Influence
Default: 20%
Range: 0-50%
Description: Impact of volume analysis on break probability
✅ Best Use Cases
Identifying high-probability breakout setups before they occur
Determining optimal entry and exit points near key levels
Risk management through probability-based position sizing
Confluence trading when multiple high-probability levels align
Scalping opportunities at levels with low break probability
Swing trading setups using high-probability level breaks
⚠️ Limitations
Probability calculations are estimations based on historical patterns and current market conditions
High-probability setups do not guarantee successful trades - risk management is essential
Performance may vary significantly across different market conditions and asset classes
Requires understanding of support/resistance concepts and probability-based trading
Best used in conjunction with other analysis methods and proper risk management
💡 What Makes This Unique
Probability-Based Approach: First indicator to provide quantitative break probabilities rather than simple S/R lines
Multi-Factor Analysis: Combines 6 different market factors into a comprehensive probability model
Adaptive Intelligence: Probabilities update in real-time as market conditions change
Professional Interface: Tiered input system from beginner-friendly to expert-level customization
Institutional-Grade Filtering: Volume validation ensures only significant levels are displayed
🔬 How It Works
1. Level Detection:
Identifies pivot highs and lows using configurable sensitivity settings
Validates levels with volume analysis to ensure institutional significance
2. Probability Calculation:
Analyzes 6 key market factors: structure, volatility, volume, momentum, patterns, sentiment
Applies weighted scoring system based on user-defined factor importance
Generates probability score from 5% to 95% for each level
3. Real-Time Updates:
Continuously monitors price action and market conditions
Updates probability calculations as new data becomes available
Adjusts for level touches and changing market dynamics
💡 Note: This indicator works best on timeframes from 1-minute to 4-hour charts. For optimal results, combine with proper risk management and consider multiple timeframe analysis. The probability calculations are most accurate in trending markets with normal to high volatility conditions.
Morning Structure – Live 30 Min Range📝 Description:
This indicator captures the morning price structure by tracking the high and low during the first 30 minutes after market open (default: 9:30 AM to 10:00 AM, New York time).
🔧 How it works:
At market open, it begins tracking the highest high and lowest low
The high and low lines are dynamic and update in real-time during the first 30 minutes
Once the 30-minute range completes, the lines freeze at their final values
Lines extend horizontally across the rest of the session to mark the "Morning Range"
✅ Key Features:
Tracks live price action during the morning session
Freezes the structure after 30 minutes (or user-defined)
Automatically resets each new trading day
Built-in timezone setting (America/New_York) to align with standard U.S. market hours
Clean visual lines that scroll naturally with the chart
⚙️ Use Cases:
Identify morning breakout zones
Define support and resistance early in the session
Combine with breakout, fade, or range-trading strategies
⚠️ Note:
This version does not include alerts or labels, by design (clean and focused).
Those can be added easily for custom strategies.
(MVD) Meta-Volatility Divergence (DAFE) Meta-Volatility Divergence (MVD)
Reveal the Hidden Tension in Volatility.
The Meta-Volatility Divergence (MVD) indicator is a next-generation tool designed to expose the disagreement between multiple volatility measures—helping you spot when the market’s “volatility engines” are out of sync, and a regime shift or volatility event may be brewing.
What Makes MVD Unique?
Multi-Source Volatility Analysis:
Unlike traditional volatility indicators that rely on a single measure, MVD fuses four distinct volatility signals:
ATR (Average True Range): Captures the average range of price movement.
Stdev (Standard Deviation): Measures the dispersion of closing prices.
Range: The average difference between high and low.
VoVix: A proprietary “volatility of volatility” metric, quantifying the difference between fast and slow ATR, normalized by ATR’s own volatility.
Divergence Engine:
The core MVD line (yellow) represents the mean absolute deviation (MAD) of these volatility measures from their average. When the line is flat, all volatility measures are in agreement. When the line rises, it means the market’s volatility signals are diverging—often a precursor to regime shifts, volatility expansions, or hidden stress.
Dynamic Z-Score Normalization:
The MVD line is normalized as a Z-score, so you can easily spot when current divergence is rare or extreme compared to recent history.
Visual Clarity:
Yellow center line: Tracks the real-time divergence of volatility measures.
Green dashed thresholds: Mark the ±2.00 Z-score levels, highlighting when divergence is unusually high and action may be warranted.
Dashboard: Toggleable panel shows all key metrics (ATR, Stdev, VoVix, MVD Z) and your custom branding.
Compact Info Label : For mobile or minimalist users, a single-line summary keeps you informed without clutter.
What Makes The MVD line move?
- The MVD line rises when the included volatility measures (ATR, Stdev, Range, VoVix) are moving in different directions or at different magnitudes. For example, if ATR is rising but Stdev is falling, the line will move up, signaling disagreement.
- The line falls or flattens when all volatility measures are in sync, indicating a consensus in the market’s volatility regime.
- VoVix adds a unique dimension, making the indicator especially sensitive to sudden changes in volatility structure that most tools miss.
Inputs & Settings
ATR Length: Sets the lookback for ATR calculation. Shorter = more sensitive, longer = smoother.
Stdev Length: Sets the lookback for standard deviation. Adjust for your asset’s volatility.
Range Length: Sets the lookback for the average high-low range.
MVD Lookback: Controls the window for Z-score normalization. Higher values = more historical context, lower = more responsive.
Show Dashboard: Toggle the full dashboard panel on/off.
Show Compact Info Label: Toggle the mobile-friendly info line on/off.
Tip:
Adjust these settings to match your asset’s volatility and your trading timeframe. There is no “one size fits all”—tuning is key to extracting the most value from MVD.
How to make MVD work for you:
Threshold Crosses: When the MVD line crosses above or below the green dashed thresholds (±2.00), it signals that volatility measures are diverging more than usual. This is a heads-up that a volatility event, regime shift, or hidden market stress may be developing.
Not a Buy/Sell Signal: A threshold cross is not a direct buy or sell signal. It is an indication that the market’s volatility structure is changing. Use it as a filter, confirmation, or alert in combination with your own strategy and risk management.
Dashboard & Info Line: Use the dashboard for a full view of all metrics, or the info label for a quick glance—especially useful on mobile.
Chart: MNQ! on 5min frames
ATR: 14
StDev L: 11
Range L: 13
MDV LB: 13
Important Note
MVD is a market structure and volatility regime tool.
It is designed to alert you to potential changes in market conditions, not to provide direct trade entries or exits. Always combine with your own analysis and risk management.
Meta-Volatility Divergence:
See the market’s hidden tension. Anticipate the next wave.
For educational purposes only. Not financial advice. Always use proper risk management.
Use with discipline. Trade your edge.
— Dskyz, for DAFE Trading Systems
OB Sweeps ReversalOB Sweeps Reversal is a high-precision market structure tool that identifies and dynamically tracks bullish and bearish order blocks — key zones where institutional participants are likely to be active. These zones act as support and resistance levels, adapting to market behavior in real time.
The script monitors price interaction with each OB and classifies its status as:
Unmitigated (price has not yet returned)
Mitigating (price is testing the zone)
Invalidated (zone has been broken)
Traders can use these zones directly as actionable support/resistance — or wait for additional confirmation via the system’s liquidity sweep detection and optional filters.
🔍 Key Features:
Automatically detects and plots bullish and bearish OBs
Tracks mitigation status and updates visuals accordingly
Detects liquidity sweeps of recent highs/lows
Optional filters:
• 200 EMA trend direction
• Momentum of current or previous candle
Plots stop-loss and take-profit lines using ATR-based logic
Clean entry labels with full contextual data
Built-in alert system with constant-string messages (automation ready)
📈 How to Use:
Load the script on any timeframe (15m–4H recommended)
Observe the live OB zones as they develop
Trade based on price interaction:
• Bounce off a bullish OB = potential long setup
• Rejection from a bearish OB = potential short
• Sweep + snapback into an OB = optional trap reversal entry
SL/TP levels are drawn automatically for reference
Use alerts to automate or monitor high-conviction setups
The order blocks themselves are valuable on their own — even without waiting for a signal. They can be used as dynamic support and resistance zones, offering excellent structure-based trading opportunities.
🧠 Ideal For:
Traders who follow price action and market structure
Those using support/resistance, OBs, or supply/demand
Intraday and swing traders looking for cleaner structure alignment
Users who prefer low-frequency, high-quality setups
⚠️ Note:
This tool does not produce frequent signals. It is designed for precision and discipline, with a focus on clarity and confluence. It complements — not replaces — a trader’s decision-making process.
This script is open-source and designed with integrity, precision, and trader usability in mind. No links, no upsells, no promotions — just a reliable system for structural market analysis.
Chart Patterns [ActiveQuants]The Chart Patterns indicator is a comprehensive tool designed to automatically identify a variety of common chart patterns directly on your price chart. By detecting sequences of pivot highs and lows , this indicator helps traders spot potential trend continuations , reversals , and key market structures such as Double Tops and Double Bottoms . Enhance your technical analysis by quickly recognizing these formations as they emerge.
How It Works
The indicator operates in a two-stage process:
Pivot Point Detection: It first identifies significant swing highs and swing lows (pivot points) based on a user-defined Period . These pivots form the fundamental building blocks for pattern recognition.
Pattern Recognition: Using the sequence of these detected pivot points, the script then applies logical rules to identify the following patterns:
Lower Low (LL)
Lower Low & Lower High (LL & LH)
Higher High (HH)
Higher High & Higher Low (HH & HL)
Double Tops
Double Bottoms
Patterns are drawn on the chart with connecting lines and labeled for easy identification. Double Tops and Double Bottoms also feature a status system: " Active " while forming, " Confirmed " upon neckline breakout, or " Invalid " if specific conditions negate the pattern before confirmation.
█ KEY FEATURES
Comprehensive Pattern Detection: Identifies six distinct types of chart patterns, offering insights into both trend continuation and potential reversals.
Pivot-Based Analysis: Uses a robust method of identifying pivot highs and lows as the foundation for pattern formation.
Pattern Status for Double Tops/Bottoms:
- Active: A Double Top or Double Bottom pattern has formed its two peaks/troughs and the intervening neckline point, but the price has not yet broken beyond the neckline. The pattern is developing .
- Confirmed: The price has decisively closed beyond the neckline (below for Double Top, above for Double Bottom), signaling a potential entry or validation of the pattern.
- Invalid: An " Active " Double Top or Double Bottom pattern can be invalidated if, before a neckline breakout occurs, a new pivot point forms that negates the pattern’s structural integrity. For example, if a new pivot low forms above or at the neckline of an Active Double Top, the pattern is considered invalid because the market failed to break down and instead showed relative strength.
Customizable Visuals: Allows users to define colors for bullish and bearish patterns, line widths, and the visibility of pivot points.
Selective Pattern Display: Users can choose to display all patterns or filter by status (Active, Confirmed, Invalid) for Double Tops/Bottoms. Individual pattern types can also be toggled on or off.
Historical Analysis Control: The Show Last History (Bars) input allows users to specify how far back the indicator should plot patterns, optimizing performance and chart readability.
Clear Labeling: Patterns are clearly labeled on the chart, with Double Tops/Bottoms also showing " Top 1 ," " Top 2 ," or " Bottom 1 ," " Bottom 2 " labels.
█ PATTERNS DETECTED
Lower Low (LL): Indicates a potential bearish continuation or the start of a downtrend. Forms when price makes a lower low during an uptrend.
Lower Low & Lower High (LL & LH): A stronger confirmation of a bearish trend, where the market forms a lower low followed by a lower high .
Higher High (HH): Signals a potential bullish continuation or the start of an uptrend. Forms when price makes a higher high during a downtrend.
Higher High & Higher Low (HH & HL): A stronger confirmation of a bullish trend, where the market forms a higher high followed by a higher low .
Double Top: A bearish reversal pattern characterized by two distinct peaks at roughly the same price level, separated by a trough (neckline). Confirmation occurs when price breaks below the neckline.
Double Bottom: A bullish reversal pattern featuring two distinct troughs at roughly the same price level, separated by a peak (neckline). Confirmation occurs when price breaks above the neckline.
█ EXAMPLE: DOUBLE TOP INVALIDATION
Understanding how a Double Top or Double Bottom can be invalidated is crucial. Here's an example for a Double Top:
Formation: The indicator identifies two peaks (Top 1, Top 2) at a similar price level, with a corrective trough (Neckline Pivot P5) in between. The pattern is labeled " Double Top " and is in an " Active " state. ( Imagine points P4 and P6 are the two tops, and P5 is the low point of the neckline between them ).
Pre-Breakout Condition: The price action continues, but before it breaks decisively below the P5 neckline level, a new significant swing low (a new pivot low) forms.
Invalidation Check: The indicator checks the price level of this new pivot low. If this new pivot low occurs at a price equal to or higher than the P5 neckline level, the " Active " Double Top pattern is re-labeled as " Invalid Double Top ". ( See image below for a visual representation of this scenario )
In this example, the Double Top formed with Top 1 (P4) and Top 2 (P6). The neckline is at P5. Before price broke below P5, a new pivot low formed at the red circle. Since this new pivot low is above the P5 neckline, the Double Top is marked " Invalid ".
The logic is that the market failed to break the neckline support and instead established a higher low (or a low at the support level), suggesting that the immediate bearish pressure has waned, thus invalidating the bearish reversal implication of the Double Top before it could confirm. A similar logic applies to Double Bottoms (a new pivot high forming below or at the neckline before an upside breakout).
█ USER INPUTS
Visibility and Common Styling
- Show Last History (Bars):
Specifies the number of recent bars the indicator will analyze and plot patterns on.
Default: 3000 bars. Min: 10.
- Patterns:
Filters which patterns are displayed based on their status.
Options: All, Active, Confirmed, Invalid.
Default: All.
- Pattern Line Width:
Sets the thickness of the lines used to draw the patterns.
Default: 1. Min: 1, Max: 10.
- Bearish Color:
Color for bearish patterns (LL, LL & LH, Double Tops).
Default: Red.
- Bullish Color:
Color for bullish patterns (HH, HH & HL, Double Bottoms).
Default: Green.
Pivot Points
- Period:
The lookback period on either side of a bar to qualify it as a pivot high or low. Higher values detect more significant pivots.
Default: 10 bars. Min: 2.
- Show Pivot Highs:
Toggles the visibility of detected pivot high markers.
Default: Enabled.
- Show Pivot Lows:
Toggles the visibility of detected pivot low markers.
Default: Enabled.
- Pivot Highs Color:
Color for the pivot high markers.
Default: #ff5252 (Reddish).
- Pivot Lows Color:
Color for the pivot low markers.
Default: #089981 (Greenish).
Patterns (Toggles)
- Lower Low:
Enable/disable detection and display of Lower Low patterns.
Default: Enabled.
- Lower Low & Lower High:
Enable/disable detection and display of Lower Low & Lower High patterns.
Default: Enabled.
- Higher High:
Enable/disable detection and display of Higher High patterns.
Default: Enabled.
- Higher High & Higher Low:
Enable/disable detection and display of Higher High & Higher Low patterns.
Default: Enabled.
- Double Tops:
Enable/disable detection and display of Double Top patterns.
Default: Enabled.
- Double Bottoms:
Enable/disable detection and display of Double Bottom patterns.
Default: Enabled.
█ CONCLUSION
The Chart Patterns indicator is a versatile and powerful assistant for traders who utilize classical chart pattern analysis. By automating the detection of key formations and providing clear visual cues along with status updates for patterns like Double Tops and Bottoms, it allows traders to focus on strategy development and execution. With its customizable settings, it can be adapted to various instruments and timeframes, making it a valuable addition to any technical trader's toolkit.
█ IMPORTANT NOTES
⚠ Pivot Period Sensitivity: The Period setting for pivot detection is crucial. A shorter period will identify more frequent, smaller swings, while a longer period will focus on more significant turning points. Adjust this setting based on the asset's volatility, the timeframe you are trading and your trading style.
⚠ Confirmation is Key: While the indicator identifies patterns, always wait for pattern confirmation (e.g., neckline breaks for Double Tops/Bottoms) and consider other factors like volume and market context before making trading decisions.
⚠ Confirmed Bars for Detection: Patterns are identified based on confirmed pivot points, which means a pivot is recognized period bars after it has formed. Status updates for Double Tops/Bottoms (Active, Confirmed, Invalid) also occur on confirmed bars. This approach enhances reliability and reduces the likelihood of repainting based on intra-bar price fluctuations.
⚠ Not a Standalone System: Chart patterns provide valuable insights, but they should be used in conjunction with other technical analysis tools (e.g., trendlines, moving averages, oscillators) and a sound risk management plan.
⚠ Lagging Nature: By their very definition, chart patterns are lagging indicators as they require a sequence of price action and several pivot points to complete their formation.
█ RISK DISCLAIMER
Trading involves a substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for every investor. The information provided by the Chart Patterns indicator is for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be considered as financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any security. Chart patterns indicate potential price movements but do not guarantee future results. Always perform your own due diligence and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
📈 Happy trading! 🚀
Key Recent Highs and LowsKey Recent Highs & Lows — Session‐Aware Market Structure
TL;DR
This tool plots the most important intraday price extremes for every U.S.‑equity trading segment—Early Premarket • Western Premarket • Regular Hours • Post‑Market Hours • Yesterday’s Range—and labels them so you can trade break‑outs, retests and mean‑reversion with instant context.
📐 Theory & Why These Levels Matter
Liquidity Pools
Visible session extremes attract resting orders (stop‑losses, take‑profits, opening prints). Price often accelerates into them and reacts at them.
Market Memory
The previous day’s high/low is a widely‑watched pivot for gap fills, overnight inventory corrections and multi‑day breakouts.
Mean‑Reversion Windows
Statistically, pre‑ and post‑market ranges are thin; an aggressive spike outside those bands often retraces when full liquidity returns.
Break‑Out Confirmation
A true breakout isn’t just a tick above RTH‑high—it usually closes or at least consolidates above the prior extreme. Seeing all bands lets you gauge whether a push is “real” or just probing thinner sessions.
Put simply, these levels help you decide:
Break‑out ➜ trade in the direction of expansion past a session extreme with follow‑through.
Fade/Mean‑Revert ➜ fade a spike that tags an extreme without commitment (e.g., hits Western‑Premkt‑High then stalls before RTH).
🔍 What the Script Draws
Session (UTC‑4 EST) Default Color / Style Typical Use‑Case
Early Premarket 4 – 7 AM Thick semi‑transparent orange line detect overnight retail spikes / fade plays
Western Premarket 7 – 9 : 30 AM Dashed orange‑red breakout watch as U.S. brokers open
Regular Session (RTH) 9 : 30 – 16 : 00 Bold teal dotted line core intraday structure; classic highs/lows
Post‑Market 16 – 23 : 59 Soft indigo band after‑hours news moves, earnings fades
Previous‑Day RTH Solid teal gap‑fill targets, trend continuation filters
(All colors, thicknesses and transparencies are editable in the settings.)
✨ Features
Real‑Time Updates
Levels refresh tick‑by‑tick inside their own session—no repainting later.
One‑Click Visibility Toggles
Show or hide any session extreme independently.
Clean Auto‑Labels
Optional right‑edge tags (“RTH High”, “Premkt Low”, etc.) keep your chart readable even when lines overlap.
Automatic Daily Reset
At midnight Eastern, buffers clear and yesterday’s extremes roll into the “Prev‑Day” pair.
Zero‑Noise Design
Transparencies and line styles are tuned so you can overlay on any symbol / timeframe without drowning candles.
📈 How to Trade with It
Intraday Breakout Strategy
Mark confluence (e.g., price pushes through Western Premkt High and Yesterday’s High).
Wait for a pullback that holds above the reclaimed band.
Enter with stop under that session line; target next band or measured‑move.
Fade / Mean‑Reversion
Pre‑market headline sends price 5 % above Early Premkt High.
Volume dries up before RTH open.
Short into exhaustion; cover near Western Premkt High or VWAP.
Gap‑Fill & Trend Days
Cash open gaps above Prev‑Day High.
If first 15‑min candle closes back inside yesterday’s range, bias shifts to downside fade.
If it holds above, treat gap as breakout and track RTH High extensions.
Pair it with volume‑profile, VWAP, or momentum oscillators for even higher‑confidence setups.
⚙️ Settings Cheat‑Sheet
Setting Effect
Show Regular / Premarket / Post‑market High/Low Master visibility per session
Show Previous Day High/Low Toggle yesterday’s anchor range
Show Session Labels Turn the right‑edge tags on/off
Style Panel Change each line’s color, width, transparency, dash/dot
🛠️ Best Practices
Works on any intraday timeframe (1‑min to 1‑hour).
Crypto or 24 h markets: adjust session times to match your exchange.
Combine with alerts (e.g., “price crossing RTH High”) for hands‑free monitoring.
Put KRHL on your chart and you’ll never wonder which high matters most again—because they’re all right there, clearly labeled and color‑coded. Trade breakouts or fades with confidence, armed with the exact market structure everyone else is watching.
Bounty SeekerBounty Seeker - Advanced Market Structure & Order Block Detection
A sophisticated indicator that identifies high-probability reversal zones through the analysis of market structure, volume patterns, and institutional order blocks. This tool helps traders spot potential reversals and fake-outs with precision.
Core Components:
1. Pivot Detection System
• Smart pivot high/low identification
• Volume-enhanced confirmation
• RSI confluence validation
• Real-time market structure analysis
2. Order Block Detection
• Institutional buying/selling zones
• Historical support/resistance levels
• Smart volume threshold analysis
• Dynamic level adaptation
Signal Types:
1. Bull Pivots (White X)
• Strong volume confirmation
• RSI oversold conditions
• Price action validation
• Order block confluence
2. Bear Pivots (Purple X)
• Volume surge confirmation
• RSI overbought alignment
• Bearish price action
• Resistance zone validation
3. Fake Pivots (Orange X)
• Low volume warning signals
• Trap zone identification
• False breakout detection
• Risk management guide
Visual Elements:
• Dashed Lines: Order block zones
• White/Purple X's: Major pivot points
• Orange X's: Potential fake moves
• Dynamic support/resistance levels
Best Usage Practices:
• Most effective on 1H+ timeframes
• Focus on major market pairs
• Wait for complete signal formation
• Combine with trend direction
• Monitor volume confirmation
• Use proper position sizing
The indicator excels at:
1. Identifying potential reversal zones
2. Detecting institutional order blocks
3. Warning of potential fake moves
4. Providing clear entry/exit levels
5. Highlighting strong volume zones
Risk Management:
• Always wait for signal confirmation
• Use appropriate stop loss levels
• Consider multiple timeframe analysis
• Don't trade against major trends
• Monitor volume for validation
This indicator combines advanced market structure analysis with volume profiling to help traders identify high-probability trading opportunities while warning of potential traps and fake-outs.
Note: Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always use proper risk management techniques.
Smarter Money Concepts - FVGs [PhenLabs]📊 Smarter Money Concepts - FVGs
Version: PineScript™ v6
📌 Description
Smarter Money Concepts - FVGs is a sophisticated indicator designed to identify and track Fair Value Gaps (FVGs) in price action. These gaps represent market inefficiencies where price moves quickly, creating imbalances that often attract subsequent price action for mitigation. By highlighting these key areas, traders can identify potential zones for reversals, continuations, and price targets.
The indicator employs volume filtering ideology to highlight only the most significant FVGs, reducing noise and focusing on gaps formed during periods of higher relative volume. This combination of price structure analysis and volume confirmation provides traders with high-probability areas of interest that institutional smart money may target during future price movements.
🚀 Points of Innovation
Volume-Filtered Gap Detection : Eliminates low-significance FVGs by requiring a minimum volume threshold, focusing only on gaps formed with institutional participation
Equilibrium Line Visualization : Displays the midpoint of each gap as a potential precision target for trades
Automated Gap Mitigation Tracking : Monitors when price revisits and mitigates gaps, automatically managing visual elements
Time-Based Gap Management : Intelligently filters gaps based on a configurable timeframe, maintaining chart clarity
Dual Direction Analysis : Simultaneously tracks both bullish and bearish gaps, providing a complete market structure view
Memory-Optimized Design : Implements efficient memory management for smooth chart performance even with numerous FVGs
🔧 Core Components
Fair Value Gap Detection : Identifies price inefficiencies where the current candle’s low is higher than the previous candle’s high (bearish FVG) or where the current candle’s high is lower than the previous candle’s low (bullish FVG).
Volume Filtering Mechanism : Calculates relative volume compared to a moving average to qualify only gaps formed during significant market activity.
Mitigation Tracking : Continuously monitors price action to detect when gaps get filled, with options to either hide or maintain visual representation of mitigated gaps.
🔥 Key Features
Customizable Gap Display : Toggle visibility of bullish and bearish gaps independently to focus on your preferred market direction
Volume Threshold Control : Adjust the minimum volume ratio required for gap qualification, allowing fine-tuning between sensitivity and significance
Flexible Mitigation Methods : Choose between “Wick” or “Close” methods for determining when a gap has been mitigated, adapting to different trading styles
Visual Customization : Full control over colors, transparency, and style of gap boxes and equilibrium lines
🎨 Visualization
Gap Boxes : Rectangular highlights showing the exact price range of each Fair Value Gap. Bullish gaps indicate potential upward price targets, while bearish gaps show potential downward targets.
Equilibrium Lines : Dotted lines running through the center of each gap, representing the mathematical midpoint that often serves as a precision target for price movement.
📖 Usage Guidelines
General Settings
Days to Analyze : Default: 15, Range: 1-100. Controls how many days of historical gaps to display, balancing between comprehensive analysis and chart clarity
Visual Settings
Bull Color : Default:(#596fd33f). Color for bullish Fair Value Gaps, typically using high transparency for clear chart visibility
Bear Color : Default:(#d3454575). Color for bearish Fair Value Gaps, typically using high transparency for clear chart visibility
Equilibrium Line : Default: Enabled. Toggles visibility of the center equilibrium line for each FVG
Eq. Line Color : Default: Black with 99% transparency. Sets the color of equilibrium lines, usually kept subtle to avoid chart clutter
Eq. Line Style : Default: Dotted, Options: Dotted, Solid, Dashed. Determines the line style for equilibrium lines
Mitigation Settings
Mitigation Method : Default: Wick, Options: Wick, Close. Determines how gap mitigation is calculated - “Wick” uses high/low values while “Close” uses open/close values for more conservative mitigation criteria
Hide Mitigated : Default: Enabled. When enabled, gaps become transparent once mitigated, reducing visual clutter while maintaining historical context
Volume Filter
Volume Filter : Default: Enabled. When enabled, only shows gaps formed with significant volume relative to recent average
Min Ratio : Default: 1.5, Range: 0.1-10.0. Minimum volume ratio compared to average required to display an FVG; higher values filter out more gaps
Periods : Default: 15, Range: 5-50. Number of periods used to calculate the average volume baseline
✅ Best Use Cases
Identifying potential reversal zones where price may react after extended moves
Finding precise targets for take-profit placement in trend-following strategies
Detecting institutional interest areas for potential breakout or breakdown confirmations
Plotting significant support and resistance zones based on structural imbalances
Developing fade strategies at key market structure points
Confirming trade entries when price approaches significant unfilled gaps
⚠️ Limitations
Works best on higher timeframes where gaps reflect more significant market inefficiencies
Very choppy or ranging markets may produce small gaps with limited predictive value
Volume filtering depends on accurate volume data, which may be less reliable for some symbols
Performance may be affected when displaying a very large number of historical gaps
Some gaps may never be fully mitigated, particularly in strongly trending markets
💡 What Makes This Unique
Volume Intelligence : Unlike basic FVG indicators, this script incorporates volume analysis to identify the most significant structural imbalances, focusing on quality over quantity.
Visual Clarity Management : Automatic handling of mitigated gaps and memory management ensures your chart remains clean and informative even over extended analysis periods.
Dual-Direction Comprehensive Analysis : Simultaneously tracks both bullish and bearish gaps, providing a complete market structure picture rather than forcing a directional bias.
🔬 How It Works
1. Gap Detection Process :
The indicator examines each candle in relation to previous candles, identifying when a gap forms between the low of candle and high of candle (bearish FVG) or between the high of candle and low of candle (bullish FVG). This specific candle relationship identifies true structural imbalances.
2. Volume Qualification :
For each potential gap, the algorithm calculates the relative volume compared to the configured period average. Only gaps formed with volume exceeding the minimum ratio threshold are displayed, ensuring focus on institutionally significant imbalances.
3. Equilibrium Calculation :
For each qualified gap, the script calculates the precise mathematical midpoint, which becomes the equilibrium line - a key target that price often gravitates toward during mitigation attempts.
4. Mitigation Tracking :
The indicator continuously monitors price action against existing gaps, determining mitigation based on the selected method (wick or close). When price reaches the equilibrium point, the gap is considered mitigated and can be visually updated accordingly.
💡 Note:
Fair Value Gaps represent market inefficiencies that often, but not always, get filled. Use this indicator as part of a complete trading strategy rather than as a standalone system. The most valuable signals typically come from combining FVG analysis with other confirmatory indicators and overall market context. For optimal results, start with the default settings and gradually adjust parameters to match your specific trading timeframe and style.
RSI + MFI Momentum Mapper - CoffeeKillerRSI + MFI Momentum Mapper - CoffeeKiller Indicator Guide
Welcome traders! This guide will walk you through the RSI + MFI Momentum Mapper indicator, an innovative market analysis tool developed by CoffeeKiller that combines two powerful oscillators to create a comprehensive momentum visualization system.
🔔 **Warning: This Is Not a Standard RSI or MFI Indicator** 🔔 This indicator combines and normalizes RSI and MFI data to create a unified momentum representation with boundary detection and peak signaling features.
Core Concept: Combined Momentum Analysis
The foundation of this indicator lies in merging the strengths of two complementary oscillators - Relative Strength Index (RSI) and Money Flow Index (MFI) - to provide a more robust momentum signal that accounts for both price action and volume.
Directional Columns: Momentum Strength
- Positive Green Columns: Bullish momentum
- Negative Red Columns: Bearish momentum
- Color intensity varies based on momentum strength
- Special coloring for new high/low boundaries
Marker Lines: Dynamic Support/Resistance
- High Marker Line (Magenta): Tracks the highest point reached during a bullish phase
- Low Marker Line (Cyan): Tracks the lowest point reached during a bearish phase
- Creates visual boundaries showing momentum extremes
Peak Detection System:
- Triangular markers identify significant local maxima and minima
- Background highlighting shows important momentum peaks
- Helps identify potential reversal points and momentum exhaustion
Reference Lines:
- Zero Line (Gray): Divides bullish from bearish momentum
- High Line (+1): Upper threshold for extremely bullish conditions
- Low Line (-1): Lower threshold for extremely bearish conditions
Core Components
1. Oscillator Normalization
- RSI and MFI values centered around zero
- Values scaled to create consistent visualization
- Normalized range typically between -1 and +1
- Combination of indicators for signal reliability
2. Boundary Tracking System
- Automatic detection of highest values in bullish phases
- Automatic detection of lowest values in bearish phases
- Step-line visualization of boundaries
- Color-coded for easy identification
3. Peak Detection System
- Identification of local maxima and minima
- Background highlighting of significant peaks
- Triangle markers for peak visualization
- Zero-line cross detection for trend changes
4. Signal Smoothing
- Signal line calculation via SMA
- Helps filter noise and identify trends
- Provides confirmation of momentum direction
Main Features
Oscillator Settings
- Customizable RSI length for sensitivity control
- Customizable MFI length for sensitivity control
- Normalized display for consistent visualization
- Signal smoothing for clearer readings
Visual Elements
- Color-coded columns showing momentum direction and strength
- Dynamic marker lines for momentum boundaries
- Peak triangles for significant turning points
- Background highlighting for peak identification
- Reference lines for momentum threshold levels
Signal Generation
- Zero-line crosses for trend change signals
- Boundary breaks for momentum strength
- Peak formation for potential reversals
- Color changes for momentum direction and acceleration
Customization Options
- RSI and MFI length parameters
- Marker line visibility and colors
- Peak marker color selection
- Peak background display options
Trading Applications
1. Trend Identification
- Directional line crossing above zero: bullish trend beginning
- Directional line crossing below zero: bearish trend beginning
- Column color: indicates momentum direction
- Column height: indicates momentum strength
2. Reversal Detection
- Peak triangles after extended trend: potential exhaustion
- Background highlighting: significant reversal points
- Directional line approaching marker lines: potential trend change
- Color shifts from bright to muted: decreasing momentum
3. Momentum Analysis
- Breaking above previous high boundary: accelerating bullish momentum
- Breaking below previous low boundary: accelerating bearish momentum
- Special coloring (magenta/cyan): boundary breaks indicating strength
- Approaching +1/-1 lines: extreme momentum conditions
4. Market Structure Assessment
- Consecutive higher peaks: strengthening bullish structure
- Consecutive lower troughs: strengthening bearish structure
- Peak comparisons: relative strength of momentum phases
- Boundary line steps: market structure levels
Optimization Guide
1. Oscillator Settings
- RSI Length: Default 14 provides balanced signals
- Lower values (7-10): More responsive, potentially noisier
- Higher values (20-30): Smoother, fewer false signals
- MFI Length: Default 14 provides balanced signals
- Lower values: More responsive to volume changes
- Higher values: Less sensitive to short-term volume spikes
2. Visual Customization
- Marker Line Colors: Adjust for visibility on your chart
- Peak Marker Color: Default yellow provides good contrast
- Enable/disable background highlights based on preference
- Consider chart background when selecting colors
3. Signal Interpretation
- Stronger signals: When directional line approaches +1/-1
- Confirmation: When peaks form after extended momentum
- Early warnings: When color intensity changes before direction
- Trend strength: Distance between zero line and current reading
4. Reference Line Usage
- Zero line: Primary trend divider
- +1/-1 lines: Extreme momentum thresholds
- Marker lines: Dynamic support/resistance levels
- Distance from reference: Momentum strength measure
Best Practices
1. Signal Confirmation
- Wait for zero-line crosses to confirm trend changes
- Look for peak formations to identify potential reversals
- Check for boundary breaks to confirm strong momentum
- Use with price action for entry/exit precision
2. Timeframe Selection
- Lower timeframes: more signals, potential noise
- Higher timeframes: cleaner signals, less frequent
- Multiple timeframes: confirm signals across time horizons
- Match to your trading style and holding period
3. Market Context
- Strong bullish phase: positive columns breaking above marker line
- Strong bearish phase: negative columns breaking below marker line
- Columns approaching zero: potential trend change
- Columns approaching +1/-1: extreme conditions, potential reversal
4. Combining with Other Indicators
- Use with trend indicators for confirmation
- Pair with other oscillators for divergence detection
- Combine with volume analysis for validation
- Consider support/resistance levels with boundary lines
Advanced Trading Strategies
1. Boundary Break Strategy
- Enter long when directional line breaks above previous high marker line
- Enter short when directional line breaks below previous low marker line
- Use zero-line as initial stop-loss reference
- Take profits at formation of opposing peaks
2. Peak Trading Strategy
- Identify significant peaks with triangular markers
- Look for consecutive lower peaks in bullish phases for shorting opportunities
- Look for consecutive higher troughs in bearish phases for buying opportunities
- Use zero-line crosses as confirmation
3. Extreme Reading Strategy
- Look for directional line approaching +1/-1 lines
- Watch for color changes and peak formations
- Enter counter-trend positions after confirmed peaks
- Use tight stops due to extreme momentum conditions
4. Column Color Strategy
- Enter long when columns turn bright green (increasing momentum)
- Enter short when columns turn bright red (increasing momentum)
- Exit when color intensity fades (decreasing momentum)
- Use marker lines as dynamic support/resistance
Practical Analysis Examples
Bullish Market Scenario
- Directional line crosses above zero line
- Green columns grow in height and intensity
- High marker line forms steps upward
- Peak triangles appear at local maxima
- Background highlights appear at significant momentum peaks
Bearish Market Scenario
- Directional line crosses below zero line
- Red columns grow in depth and intensity
- Low marker line forms steps downward
- Peak triangles appear at local minima
- Background highlights appear at significant momentum troughs
Consolidation Scenario
- Directional line oscillates around zero line
- Column colors alternate frequently
- Marker lines remain relatively flat
- Few or no new peak highlights appear
- Directional values remain small
Understanding Market Dynamics Through RSI + MFI Momentum Mapper
At its core, this indicator provides a unique lens to visualize market momentum by combining two complementary oscillators:
1. Combined Strength: By averaging RSI (price-based) and MFI (volume-based), the indicator provides a more comprehensive view of market momentum that considers both price action and buying/selling pressure.
2. Normalized Scale: The indicator normalizes values around zero, making it easier to identify bullish vs bearish conditions and the relative strength of momentum in either direction.
3. Dynamic Boundaries: The marker lines create a visual representation of the "high water marks" of momentum in both directions, helping to identify when markets are making new momentum extremes.
4. Exhaustion Signals: The peak detection system highlights moments where momentum has reached a local maximum or minimum, often precursors to reversals or consolidations.
Remember:
- Combine signals from directional line, marker lines, and peak formations
- Use appropriate timeframe settings for your trading style
- Customize the indicator to match your visual preferences
- Consider market conditions and correlate with price action
This indicator works best when:
- Used as part of a comprehensive trading system
- Combined with proper risk management
- Applied with an understanding of current market conditions
- Signals are confirmed by price action and other indicators
DISCLAIMER: This indicator and its signals are intended solely for educational and informational purposes. They do not constitute financial advice. Trading involves significant risk of loss. Always conduct your own analysis and consult with financial professionals before making trading decisions.
MACD Boundary PSA - CoffeeKillerMACD Boundary PSA - CoffeeKiller Indicator Guide
Welcome traders! This guide will walk you through the MACD Boundary PSA indicator, a powerful market analysis tool developed by CoffeeKiller that enhances the traditional MACD with advanced boundary detection and peak signaling features.
🔔 **Warning: This Indicator Has No Signal Line or MACD Line** 🔔 This indicator is my version of the MACD, that I use in conjunction with the Rev&Line indicator.
Core Concept: Enhanced MACD Analysis
The foundation of this indicator builds upon the classic Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MACD) indicator, adding boundary tracking and peak detection systems to provide clearer signals and market insights.
Histogram Bars: Market Momentum
- Positive Green Bars: Bullish momentum
- Negative Red Bars: Bearish momentum
- Color intensity varies based on momentum strength
- Special coloring for new high/low boundaries
Marker Lines: Dynamic Support/Resistance
- High Marker Line (Magenta): Tracks the highest point reached during a bullish phase
- Low Marker Line (Cyan): Tracks the lowest point reached during a bearish phase
- Acts as dynamic boundaries that help identify strength of current moves
Peak Detection System:
- Triangular markers identify significant local maxima and minima
- Background highlighting shows important momentum peaks
- Helps identify potential reversal points and momentum exhaustion
Core Components
1. MACD Calculation
- Customizable fast and slow moving averages
- Signal line smoothing options
- Flexible MA type selection (SMA or EMA)
- Custom source input options
2. Boundary Tracking System
- Automatic detection of highest values in bullish phases
- Automatic detection of lowest values in bearish phases
- Step-line visualization of boundaries
- Color-coded for easy identification
3. Peak Detection System
- Identification of local maxima and minima
- Background highlighting of significant peaks
- Triangle markers for peak visualization
- Zero-line cross detection for trend changes
4. Time Resolution Control
- Normal mode: calculations based on chart timeframe
- Custom resolution mode: calculations based on specified timeframe
Main Features
Time Resolution Settings
- Normal mode: calculations match your chart's timeframe
- Custom resolution mode: calculations based on specified timeframe
- Helps identify stronger signals from other timeframes
Visual Elements
- Color-coded histogram bars
- Dynamic marker lines for boundaries
- Peak triangles for significant turning points
- Background highlighting for peak identification
Signal Generation
- Zero-line crosses for trend change signals
- Boundary breaks for momentum strength
- Peak formation for potential reversals
- Color changes for momentum direction
Customization Options
- MA types and lengths
- Signal smoothing
- Color schemes
- Marker line visibility
- Peak background display options
Trading Applications
1. Trend Identification
- Histogram crossing above zero: bullish trend beginning
- Histogram crossing below zero: bearish trend beginning
- Histogram color: indicates momentum direction
- Consistent color intensity: trend strength
2. Reversal Detection
- Peak triangles after extended trend: potential exhaustion
- Background highlighting: significant reversal points
- Histogram approaching marker lines: potential trend change
- Color shifts from bright to muted: decreasing momentum
3. Momentum Analysis
- Histogram breaking above previous high boundary: accelerating bullish momentum
- Histogram breaking below previous low boundary: accelerating bearish momentum
- Special coloring (magenta/cyan): boundary breaks indicating strength
- Distance from zero line: overall momentum magnitude
4. Market Structure Assessment
- Consecutive higher peaks: strengthening bullish structure
- Consecutive lower troughs: strengthening bearish structure
- Peak comparisons: relative strength of momentum phases
- Boundary line steps: market structure levels
Optimization Guide
1. MACD Settings
- Fast Length: Shorter values (8-12) for responsiveness, longer values (20+) for smoother signals
- Slow Length: Shorter values (21-34) for more signals, longer values (72+) for major moves
- Default settings (22, 72, 9): balanced approach for most timeframes
- Consider using 8, 21, 5 for shorter timeframes and 34, 144, 5 for longer timeframes
2. MA Type Selection
- EMA: More responsive, follows price more closely
- SMA: Smoother, fewer false signals, potentially more lag
- Mix and match for oscillator and signal lines based on your preference
3. Time Resolution
- Match chart timeframe: for aligned analysis
- Use higher timeframe: for filtering signals
- Lower timeframe: for earlier entries but more noise
4. Color Customization
- Normal bullish/bearish colors: represent standard momentum
- High/low marker line colors: customize visibility
- Peak marker colors: adjust for your visual preference
- Consider chart background when selecting colors
Best Practices
1. Signal Confirmation
- Wait for zero-line crosses to confirm trend changes
- Look for peak formations to identify potential reversals
- Check for boundary breaks to confirm strong momentum
- Use custom timeframe option for higher timeframe confirmation
2. Timeframe Selection
- Lower timeframes: more signals, potential noise
- Higher timeframes: cleaner signals, less frequent
- Custom resolution: allows comparison across timeframes
- Consider using multiple timeframes for confirmation
3. Market Context
- Strong bullish phase: positive histogram breaking above marker line
- Strong bearish phase: negative histogram breaking below marker line
- Histogram approaching zero: potential trend change
- Peak formations: potential exhaustion points
4. Combining with Other Indicators
- Use with trend indicators for confirmation
- Pair with oscillators for overbought/oversold conditions
- Combine with volume analysis for validation
- Consider support/resistance levels with boundary lines
Advanced Trading Strategies
1. Boundary Break Strategy
- Enter long when histogram breaks above previous high marker line
- Enter short when histogram breaks below previous low marker line
- Use zero-line as initial stop-loss reference
- Take profits at formation of opposing peaks
2. Peak Trading Strategy
- Identify significant peaks with triangular markers
- Look for consecutive lower peaks in bullish phases for shorting opportunities
- Look for consecutive higher troughs in bearish phases for buying opportunities
- Use zero-line crosses as confirmation
3. Multi-Timeframe Strategy
- Use custom resolution for higher timeframe MACD trend
- Enter trades when both timeframes align
- Higher timeframe for trend direction
- Chart timeframe for precise entry
4. Histogram Color Strategy
- Enter long when histogram turns bright green (increasing momentum)
- Enter short when histogram turns bright red (increasing momentum)
- Exit when color intensity fades (decreasing momentum)
- Use marker lines as dynamic support/resistance
Practical Analysis Examples
Bullish Market Scenario
- Histogram crosses above zero line
- Green bars grow in height and intensity
- High marker line forms steps upward
- Peak triangles appear at local maxima
- Background highlights appear at significant momentum peaks
Bearish Market Scenario
- Histogram crosses below zero line
- Red bars grow in depth and intensity
- Low marker line forms steps downward
- Peak triangles appear at local minima
- Background highlights appear at significant momentum troughs
Consolidation Scenario
- Histogram oscillates around zero line
- Bar colors alternate frequently
- Marker lines remain relatively flat
- Few or no new peak highlights appear
- Histogram values remain small
Understanding Market Dynamics Through MACD Boundary PSA
At its core, this indicator provides a unique lens to visualize market momentum and boundaries:
1. Momentum Strength: The histogram height/depth shows the strength of current momentum, with color intensity providing additional context about acceleration or deceleration.
2. Dynamic Boundaries: The marker lines create a visual representation of the "high water marks" of momentum in both directions, helping to identify when markets are making new momentum extremes.
3. Exhaustion Signals: The peak detection system highlights moments where momentum has reached a local maximum or minimum, often precursors to reversals or consolidations.
4. Trend Confirmation: The histogram color and intensity provide instant feedback about the current trend direction and strength, with special colors highlighting particularly significant moves.
Remember:
- Combine signals from histogram, marker lines, and peak formations
- Use appropriate timeframe settings for your trading style
- Customize the indicator to match your visual preferences
- Consider market conditions and correlate with price action
This indicator works best when:
- Used as part of a comprehensive trading system
- Combined with proper risk management
- Applied with an understanding of current market conditions
- Signals are confirmed by price action and other indicators
**DISCLAIMER**: This indicator and its signals are intended solely for educational and informational purposes. They do not constitute financial advice. Trading involves significant risk of loss. Always conduct your own analysis and consult with financial professionals before making trading decisions.
