Point of Control + Momentum CandlesPOINT OF CONTROL + MOMENTUM CANDLES
A comprehensive technical analysis indicator combining volume-based Point of Control detection, momentum-graded candle coloring, higher timeframe buy/sell signals, and order block identification.
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WHAT THIS INDICATOR DOES
This indicator identifies key price levels where the most trading activity has occurred (Point of Control), colors candles based on momentum strength, generates buy/sell signals from a user-selected timeframe, and detects order blocks that may act as future support/resistance zones.
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FEATURES
1. POINT OF CONTROL (POC)
The POC represents the price level with the highest traded volume over a lookback period. This indicator calculates a volume profile by distributing volume across price levels and identifying where the most activity occurred.
- Orange horizontal line shows the current POC level
- Yellow box highlights the candles used in the POC calculation
- Break detection identifies when price closes decisively beyond the POC
- Rejection detection identifies when price tests but fails to break the POC
2. MOMENTUM CANDLE COLORING
Candles are colored based on a 6-level momentum system using EMA positioning and RSI values:
Bullish Levels (price above both EMAs):
- Bull Level 3 (Royal Blue): Strong momentum, RSI above 70
- Bull Level 2 (Cyan): Medium momentum, RSI above 60
- Bull Level 1 (Green): Weak momentum, above EMAs
Bearish Levels (price below both EMAs):
- Bear Level 1 (Yellow): Weak momentum, below EMAs
- Bear Level 2 (Orange): Medium momentum, RSI below 40
- Bear Level 3 (Red): Strong momentum, RSI below 30
Neutral (White): No clear directional momentum
3. BUY/SELL SIGNALS
Signals are generated from a user-selectable timeframe (default: 10 minutes) and appear on your current chart. This allows you to see higher timeframe signals while trading on lower timeframes.
Buy Signal Conditions:
- EMA crossover (fast crosses above slow) OR RSI exits oversold
- Bullish candle on the signal timeframe
- Close above both EMAs
Sell Signal Conditions:
- EMA crossunder (fast crosses below slow) OR RSI exits overbought
- Bearish candle on the signal timeframe
- Close below both EMAs
4. ORDER BLOCKS
Order blocks identify potential institutional entry zones that may act as future support or resistance.
- Bullish Order Block (Green zone): The last bearish candle before a bullish impulse move
- Bearish Order Block (Red zone): The last bullish candle before a bearish impulse move
- Blocks automatically extend forward and can be set to delete when mitigated (price closes through the zone)
5. DASHBOARD
A customizable info panel displays:
- Current POC price
- Distance from POC (percentage)
- Position relative to POC (Above/Below/At)
- Lookback period
- Current RSI value
- Current momentum level
- Signal timeframe
- Active order block count
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HOW TO USE
POC Trading:
- Watch for breaks above POC for potential long entries
- Watch for breaks below POC for potential short entries
- Rejections at POC can indicate reversal opportunities
Momentum Reading:
- Use candle colors to gauge trend strength at a glance
- Level 3 colors indicate strong momentum (potential continuation)
- Level 1 colors indicate weakening momentum (potential reversal)
- Neutral/white candles suggest consolidation or indecision
Signal Confirmation:
- Use buy/sell signals from a higher timeframe to confirm entries on your trading timeframe
- Combine signals with POC breaks/rejections for higher probability setups
Order Block Strategy:
- Look for price to return to bullish order blocks for potential long entries
- Look for price to return to bearish order blocks for potential short entries
- Mitigated blocks (price closes through) lose their significance
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SETTINGS OVERVIEW
POC Settings:
- Lookback Period: Number of bars for POC calculation (default: 20)
- Volume Resolution: Price level granularity (default: 50)
- Recalculation Frequency: How often POC updates (default: every 3 bars)
Break/Rejection Detection:
- Break Threshold: Minimum percentage move to confirm a break (default: 0.3%)
- Rejection Wick Ratio: Minimum wick-to-body ratio for rejections (default: 0.5)
Momentum Settings:
- Fast/Slow EMA lengths for trend determination
- RSI length and threshold levels for momentum grading
Buy/Sell Signals:
- Signal Timeframe: The timeframe used for signal calculation
- Separate EMA and RSI parameters for signal generation
Order Blocks:
- Order Block Timeframe: Timeframe for OB detection
- Max Blocks Per Side: Limits displayed order blocks
- Delete Mitigated: Automatically removes invalidated blocks
All visual elements (colors, sizes, line styles) are fully customizable.
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ALERTS
10 alert conditions are available:
- Bullish/Bearish POC Break
- Bullish/Bearish POC Rejection
- Any POC Break
- Any POC Rejection
- Buy Signal
- Sell Signal
- Bullish Order Block Formed
- Bearish Order Block Formed
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NOTES
- The indicator uses request.security() to fetch data from the signal and order block timeframes. This is designed to work when viewing charts at timeframes equal to or lower than your selected signal/OB timeframes.
- POC calculations are based on the visible volume data. Assets with limited volume data may produce less reliable POC levels.
- Order blocks are detected using a simplified algorithm based on candle patterns and displacement. They represent potential zones of interest, not guaranteed support/resistance levels.
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DISCLAIMER
This indicator is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any security. Trading involves substantial risk of loss. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always conduct your own analysis and consider your risk tolerance before making trading decisions. Use this tool as part of a comprehensive trading strategy, not as a standalone signal generator.
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Point of Control (POC)**Point of Control (POC) Indicator**
This indicator identifies the price level where the most trading volume occurred over a specified lookback period (default: 365 days). The POC represents a significant support/resistance level where the market found the most acceptance.
**Key Features:**
- **POC Line**: Bright green horizontal line showing the highest volume price level
- **Volume Profile Analysis**: Divides price range into rows and calculates volume distribution
- **Value Area (Optional)**: Shows VAH and VAL levels containing 70% of total volume
- **Customizable**: Adjust lookback period, price resolution, colors, and line width
**How to Use:**
- POC acts as a magnet - price often returns to test these high-volume levels
- Strong support/resistance zone where significant trading activity occurred
- Useful for identifying key price levels for entries, exits, and stops
- Higher lookback periods (365 days) show longer-term significant levels
**Settings:**
- Lookback Period: Number of bars to analyze (default: 365)
- Price Rows: Calculation resolution - higher = more precise (default: 24)
- Toggle Value Area High/Low for additional context
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Time & volume point of control / quantifytoolsWhat are TPOC & VPOC?
TPOC (time point of control) and VPOC (volume point of control) are points in price where highest amount of time/volume was traded. This is considered key information in a market profile, as it shows where market participant interest was highest. Unlike full fledged market profile that shows total time/volume distribution, this script shows the points of control for each candle, plotted with a line (time) and a dot (volume). The script hides your candles/bars by default and forms a line in the middle representing candle range. In case of candles, borders will still be visible. This feature can be turned off in the settings.
Volume and time data are fetched from a lower timeframe that is automatically adjusted to fit the timeframe you're using. By default, the following settings are applied:
Charts <= 30 min: 1 minute timeframe
Charts > 30 min & <= 3 hours : 5 minute timeframe
Charts > 3 hours & <= 8 hours : 15 minute timeframe
Charts > 8 hours & <= 1D: 1 hour timeframe
Charts > 1D & <= 3D : 2 hour timeframe
Charts > 3D: 4 hour timeframe
Timeframe settings can be changed via input menu. The lower the timeframe, the more precision you get but with the cost of less historical data and slower loading time. Users can also choose which source to use for determining price for points of control, e.g. using close as source, the point of control is set to match the value of lower timeframe candle close. This could be replaced with OHLC4 for example, resulting in a point of control based on OHLC average.
To identify more profound points of market participant interest, TPOC & VPOC as percentage of total time/volume thresholds can be set via input menu. When a point of control is equal to or greater than the set percentage threshold, visual elements will be highlighted in a different color, e.g. 50% VPOC threshold will activate a highlight whenever volume traded at VPOC is equal to or greater than 50% of total volume. All colors are customizable.
VPOC is defined by fetching lower timeframe candle with the most amount of volume traded and using its close (by default) as a mark for point of control. For TPOC, each candle is divided into 10 lots which are used for calculating amount of closes taking place within the bracket values. The lot with highest amount of closes will be considered a point of control. This mark is displayed in the middle point of a lot:
How to utilize TPOC & VPOC
Example #1: Trapped market participants
One or both points of control at one end of candle range (wick tail) and candle close at the other end serves as an indication of market participants trapped in an awkward position. When price runs away further from these trapped participants, they are eventually forced to cover and drive price even further to the opposite direction:
Example #2: Trend initiation
A large move that leaves TPOC behind while VPOC is supportive serves as an indication of a trend initiation. Essentially, this is one way to identify an event where price traded sideways most of the time and suddenly moved away with volume:
Example #3: POC supported trend
A trend is healthy when it's supported by a point of control. Ideally you want to see either time or volume supporting a trend:
Quantum Volume Point of Control (VPOC)Many forex traders are familiar with the concepts of volume price analysis as enshrined in Wyckoffโs three laws of effort and result, cause and effect and supply and demand. This is the linear relationship between volume and price. Now with the Volume Point of Control, this relationship is taken to the next level adding the concept of time and inspired by the ideas behind market profile.
The Quantum Volume Point of Control, or VPOC indicator blends ALL THREE of these important aspects of trading into a single powerful and visual indicator.
The Quantum VPOC indicator takes the analysis of volume and price to a higher level, which both complements and expands the VPA relationship. Whilst the Quantum tick volumes indicator considers the relationship between a single volume bar and its associated candle on the price time x-axis or groups of candles and volume bars, the Quantum VPOC indicator analyses the density and intensity of volume over time against price. In other words, the volume price relationship on the y axis. It does this in three distinct ways as follows:
First, the Quantum VPOC indicator constructs the Volume Profile from a set number of bars in history to the most current bar. The Volume Profile is then presented as a vertical histogram shown at the right edge of the chart โ a stack of horizontal bars of varying lengths, but of equal height representing the amount of activity at each price level.
Second, the Quantum VPOC analyzes the Volume Profile to find the key price levels where activity is strong and rising, or weak and falling. In other words, the indicator looks for peaks (long bars) of the Volume Profile where price tends to be attracted as these are areas where price was previously accepted. These are called High Volume Nodes (HVN). The indicator also looks for troughs or valleys (short bars) of the Volume Profile where price tends to be repelled as these are areas where price was previously rejected. These are referred to as Low Volume Nodes (LVN). Both types of price level act as precise zones of support and resistance and as such are projected across the chart within the given period.
Third, the Quantum VPOC indicator looks for the Highest Volume Node or the highest peak in the Volume Profile and marks it as the Volume Point of Control โ the price level which acts as the fulcrum from which price pivots. The indicator completes its calculations and updates as each new volume bar is delivered.
The result is a chart revealing the overarching influence of volume at price, coupled with time.
The Quantum VPOC indicator displays several key pieces of information on the chart as follows:
- Volume Profile โ this appears as a histogram of volume on the vertical price axis on the right-hand side of the chart. The peaks and troughs are clearly displayed highlighting both High and Low Volume nodes.
- High volume node (HVN) โ this is where we have a bulge in the volume profile generally because of an extended phase of price congestion. As a result, as the market approaches these regions on the chart price action is likely to become waterlogged with further congestion likely with the node acting as a strong area of support or resistance. As we have seen a strong acceptance of price at this level in the past, this is likely to be repeated with the market swinging in a range. Ultimately the market may reverse off these levels, with any move through then confirming the current sentiment.
- Low volume node (LVN) โ this is where we see low volume in the volume profile. In these regions, the market has only paused temporarily โ in other words a region where price has been rejected in the past. As such we are likely to see the market move quickly through these regions with little in the way of resistance or support acting to prevent a further advance of decline in price. The current sentiment is likely to continue and build quickly through these levels.
- Support and Resistance Zones โ these are drawn at the High and Low Volume nodes to highlight the various HVN and LVN levels on the price axis.
- Volume Point of Control Line โ this is drawn as a single line on the highest volume of the High Volume Node in the timeframe and clearly defines the tipping point of sentiment. This moves dynamically and represents the fulcrum of market sentiment where price has reached agreement, before moving on. If it is above the price action, then the current market sentiment is bearish. If it is below the current price action, then the current market sentiment is bullish. The VPOC Line reveals this balance simply, quickly, and clearly allowing you to judge market sentiment with accuracy and confidence.
As with all the Quantum Trading indicators, the VPOC indicator is dynamic, constantly changing and updating to reflect the relentless shift in sentiment as the market moves from bullish to bearish and back again. The indicator works in all timeframes and provides a powerful and much deeper understanding of support and resistance through the prism of volume and the associated High and Low Volume Nodes, with the Point of Control itself, acting as the fulcrum of the market.
RSI with Trend LinesThe RSI with Trend Lines indicator is a tool designed to analyze the behavior of the Relative Strength Index (RSI) combined with dynamic trend lines. This indicator not only provides the standard RSI reading but also identifies pivot points on the RSI and draws bullish and bearish trend lines based on these points. It also includes customizable options for adjusting trend lines, displaying the RSI moving average, and highlighting key levels such as overbought, oversold, and the center line.
This indicator is ideal for finding and identifying clear trends in the RSI and taking advantage of market breakout or consolidation signals. It also includes a table with the POC value, which represents the price level at which the most trading activity has occurred, indicating the highest liquidity and highest trading volume.
Key Features:
1. Basic RSI:
โข Calculates the RSI using a configurable period length (default 14).
โข Colors the RSI based on its direction (green for rising, red for falling) and its position relative to the center line (50).
2. Key Levels:
โข Displays overbought (70 and 80), oversold (20 and 30), and the center line (50) levels for easy visual interpretation.
3. RSI Moving Average:
โข Enables and configures an RSI moving average (SMA, EMA, WMA, or ALMA) to smooth out fluctuations and detect clearer trends.
4. Dynamic Trend Lines:
โข Identifies pivot points on the RSI and draws bullish and bearish trend lines.
โข Trend lines can be extended into the future or limited to the visible range.
โข Includes options to display broken lines (trends that are no longer valid) and customize the style (solid or dashed).
5. Pivot Points:
โข Displays the high and low pivot points on the chart for a better understanding of trend changes.
6. Advanced Customization:
โข Adjust the pivot point period.
โข Control the number of pivot points to consider for trend lines.
โข Customize the line thickness and style.
How to Use the Indicator:
1. RSI Interpretation:
โข Overbought Zone (RSI > 70): Indicates that the asset may be overvalued and could correct downward.
โข Oversold Zone (RSI < 30): Suggests that the asset may be undervalued and could rebound.
โข Centerline Crossover (50): A cross above 50 indicates bullish strength, while a cross below suggests weakness.
2. Trend Lines:
โข Bullish Lines: Drawn when the RSI forms ascending low pivot points. These lines represent dynamic support.
โข Bearish Lines: These are drawn when the RSI forms descending high pivot points. These lines represent dynamic resistance.
โข Broken Lines: When a trend line becomes invalid (the RSI breaks the line), they are displayed in a dotted style to highlight the breakout.
3. Possible Trading Signals:
โข Buy: When the RSI breaks an upward downtrend line.
โข Sell: When the RSI breaks a downward uptrend line.
โข Trend Confirmation: When the RSI stays within a valid trend line, it suggests that the current trend is strong.
4. A chart with the POC value:
โข The point of control is a price level at which the highest trading volume occurs in a given time period. It is a key component of the Volume Profile indicator, which displays volume by price.
โข Use of the POC in trading:
โข The POC is used to identify areas of high interest and liquidity for trading.
โข The POC provides information about the equilibrium point where buyers and sellers are most evenly matched.
โข Therefore, it can be considered a zone of interest, meaning it can act as support or resistance.
Bearish signal using Point of Control (POC) with PAC by guruThis indicator code helps traders identify potential sell opportunities using several important technical indicators:
Point of Control (POC) โ This is the price level where the most volume was traded over the past several days.
Previous Day's Low โ This shows the lowest price reached during the previous day.
PAC (Price Action Channel) EMA โ These are two moving averages (one based on the low price and one based on the close price) that help determine if the price is trending within a certain range.
Volume SMA โ This is a 3-day simple moving average (SMA) of volume, which helps filter out signals based on market activity.
What the Script Does:
Point of Control (POC):
The script looks at the last 50 days (configurable) and calculates which price level had the highest trading volume.
It then plots a red line on the chart at the POC level. This is important because it helps identify areas where there was strong market interest in the past.
Volume Moving Average:
The script calculates a 3-day SMA of volume, but it excludes the current day to avoid premature signals based on todayโs trading.
The volume SMA is used to ensure thereโs enough market activity (with a threshold set to 25 units) before triggering a sell signal.
Price Action Channel (PAC) EMA:
The PAC consists of two exponential moving averages (EMAs):
The PAC Low EMA: This is based on the low prices over the last 34 periods (configurable).
The PAC Close EMA: This is based on the closing prices over the last 34 periods.
These EMAs help determine if the price is trending above or below certain price levels.
Sell Signal Logic: The script checks three conditions before displaying a "Sell" signal:
Price Below POC and Previous Dayโs Low:
The close price must be below both the Point of Control (POC) and the previous day's low.
Volume SMA Above 25:
The 3-day volume SMA must be greater than 25. This ensures the signal only triggers when thereโs enough trading volume in the market.
Todayโs Low is Above PAC EMAs:
Today's low price must be above both the PAC low EMA and the PAC close EMA. This prevents sell signals when prices are already significantly below the PAC, indicating possible exhaustion in the downtrend.
If all three conditions are met, the script will display a red "Sell" label on the chart, signaling a potential selling opportunity.
No Sell Signal if Price Reverses:
If the price crosses back above the POC or the previous day's low, the script will remove the sell signal and reset for a new opportunity.
Summary of Conditions:
For the script to display a "Sell" label:
The close price must be below the Point of Control (POC) and the previous dayโs low.
The 3-day volume SMA (excluding today) must be greater than 25 units.
The low price of the current day must be above both the PAC low EMA and the PAC close EMA.
If these conditions are met, a red sell label appears on the chart as a potential signal for a short (sell) trade.
Rolling Point of Control (POC) [AlgoAlpha]Enhance your trading decisions with the Rolling Point of Control (POC) Indicator designed by AlgoAlpha! This powerful tool displays a dynamic Point of Control based on volume or price profiles directly on your chart, providing a vivid depiction of dominant price levels according to historical data. ๐๐
๐ Key Features:
Profile Type Selection: Choose between Volume Profile and Price Profile to best suit your analysis needs.
Adjustable Lookback Period: Modify the lookback period to consider more or less historical data for your profile.
Customizable Resolution and Scale: Tailor the resolution and horizontal scale of the profile for precision and clarity.
Trend Analysis Tools: Enable trend analysis with the option to display a weighted moving average of the POC.
Color-Coded Feedback: Utilize color gradients to quickly identify bullish and bearish conditions relative to the POC.
Interactive Visuals: Dynamic rendering of profiles and alerts for crossing events enhances visual feedback and responsiveness.
Multiple Customization Options: Smooth the POC line, toggle profile and fill visibility, and choose custom colors for various elements.
๐ฅ๏ธ How to Use:
๐ Add the Indicator:
Add the indicator to favorites and customize settings like profile type, lookback period, and resolution to fit your trading style.
๐ Market Analysis:
Monitor the POC line for significant price levels. Use the histogram to understand price distributions and locate major market pivots.
๐ Alerts Setup:
Enable alerts for price crossing over or under the POC, as well as for trend changes, to stay ahead of market movements without constant chart monitoring.
๐ ๏ธ How It Works:
The Rolling POC indicator dynamically calculates the Point of Control either based on volume or price within a user-defined lookback period. It plots a histogram (profile) that highlights the level at which the most trading activity has occurred, helping to identify key support and resistance levels.
Basic Logic Overview:
- Data Compilation: Gathers high, low, and volume (if volume profile selected) data within the lookback period.
- Histogram Calculation: Divides the price range into bins (as specified by resolution), counting hits in each bin to find the most frequented price level.
- POC Identification: The price level with the highest concentration of hits (or volume) is marked as the POC.
- Trend MA (Optional): If enabled, the indicator plots a moving average of the POC for trend analysis.
By integrating the Rolling Point of Control into your charting toolkit, you can significantly enhance your market analysis and potentially increase the accuracy of your trading decisions. Whether you're day trading or looking at longer time frames, this indicator offers a detailed, customizable perspective on market dynamics. ๐๐น
Volume Points of Control and No Control [NariCapitalTrading]Overview:
The "Volume Points of Control and No Control" (VPOC/VPONC) is a trading indicator/concept I designed to identify key price levels based on volume activity. It shows (on the price label on the y-axis) where there was the most (red) and the least (blue) volume over a specified lookback period. Read below for interpretation.
Key Features:
Identifies key price levels based on volume
Customizable lookback period and trade timeframe
Plots Volume Point of Control (VPOC) and Volume Point of No Control (VPONC)
Inputs and Calculations:
Custom Trade Timeframe: Allows users to set the desired timeframe for analysis (e.g., Daily, Weekly).
Lookback Period: Users can specify the period over which to analyze volume data.
VPOC Calculation: Determines the price level with the highest volume within the lookback period.
VPONC Calculation: Finds the price level with the lowest volume within the lookback period.
Indicator Usage:
The VPOC is considered a significant level where traders have shown the most interest, often acting as a strong support or resistance level. The VPONC, conversely, is a concept I made up. It represents a price level where 1) in an trending market, this price was accepted quickly, thus suggesting continuation of an trend. 2) price retracements will typically revisit thinly-traded price areas, the VPONC can sometimes signal an area of support in a downtrend.
Chart Representation:
VPOC Label: Plotted on the y-axis in red, indicating the price level with the highest volume.
VPONC Label: Displayed on the y-axis in blue, showing the price level with the least volume.
These labels are dynamically updated based on the user-specified lookback period and trade timeframe.
Dynamic Point of Control (POC)The Dynamic Point of Control (POC) indicator provides traders and analysts with insightful information about price levels, volume distribution, and sentiment within a specified historical range.
Instant Updates : POC recalculates with every new bar, keeping you ahead of the game.
Market Bias : Assess market sentiment through bullish volume share.
Customization : Tailor inputs to match your unique trading strategy.
Chart Presence : See POC and related data graphically on your price chart.
How to Use :
Traders can use the Dynamic POC indicator to identify Point of Control price level, understand volume distribution, and gauge market sentiment. The indicator's visual cues and customizable parameters make it a valuable tool for technical analysis and decision-making.
Volume Point of Control with Fib Based Profile๐Description:
This indicator is a comprehensive volume profile analysis tool designed to identify key price levels based on trading activity within user-defined timeframes. It plots the Point of Control (POC), Value Area High (VAH), and Value Area Low (VAL), along with dynamically calculated Fibonacci levels derived from the developing period's range. It offers extensive customization for both historical and developing levels.
๐Core Features:
Volume Profiling (POC, VAH, VAL):
Calculates and plots the POC (price level with the highest volume), VAH, and VAL for a selected timeframe (e.g., Daily, Weekly).
The Value Area percentage is configurable. 70% is common on normal volume profiles, but this script allows you to configure multiple % levels via the fib levels. I recommend using 2 versions of this indicator on a chart, one has Value Area at 1 (100% - high and low of lookback) and the second is a specified VA area (i.e. 70%) like in the chart snapshot above. See examples at the bottom.
Historical Levels:
Plots POC, VAH, and VAL from previous completed periods.
Optionally displays only "Unbroken" levels โ historical levels that price has not yet revisited, which can act as stronger magnets or resistance/support.
The user can manage the number of historical lines displayed to prevent chart clutter.
Developing Levels:
Shows the POC, VAH, and VAL as they form in real-time during the current, incomplete period. This provides insight into intraday/intra-period value migration.
Dynamic Fibonacci Levels:
Calculates and plots Fibonacci retracement/extension levels based dynamically on the range between the developing POC and the developing VAH/VAL.
Offers 8 configurable % levels above and below POC that can be toggled on/off.
Visual Customization:
Extensive options for colors, line styles, and widths for all plotted levels.
Optional gradient fill for the Value Area that visualizes current price distance from POC - option to invert the colors as well.
Labels for developing levels and Fibonacci levels for easy identification.
๐Characteristics:
Volume-Driven: Levels are derived from actual trading volume, reflecting areas of high participation and price agreement/disagreement.
Timeframe Specific: The results are entirely dependent on the chosen profile timeframe.
Dynamic & Static Elements: Developing levels and Fibs update live, while historical levels remain fixed once their period closes.
Lagging (Historical) & Potentially Leading: Historical levels are based on the past, but are often respected by future price action. Developing levels show current dynamics.
๐How to Use It:
Identifying Support & Resistance: Historical and developing POCs, VAHs, and VALs are often key areas where price may react. Unbroken levels are particularly noteworthy.
Market Context & Sentiment: Trading above the POC suggests bullish strength/acceptance of higher prices, while trading below suggests bearishness/acceptance of lower prices.
Entry/Exit Zones: Interactions with these levels (rejections, breakouts, tests) can provide potential entry or exit signals, especially when confirming with other analysis methods.
Dynamic Targets: The Fibonacci levels calculated from the developing POC-VA range offer potential intraday/intra-period price targets or areas of interest.
Understanding Value Migration: Observing the movement of the developing POC/VAH/VAL throughout the period reveals where value is currently being established.
๐Potential Drawbacks:
Input Sensitivity: The choice of timeframe, Value Area percentage, and volume resolution heavily influences the generated levels. Experimentation is needed for optimal settings per instrument/market. (I've found that Range Charts can provide very accurate volume levels on TV since the time element is removed. This helps to refine the accuracy of price levels with high volume.)
Volume Data Dependency: Requires accurate volume data. May be less reliable on instruments with sparse or questionable volume reporting.
Chart Clutter: Enabling all features simultaneously can make the chart busy. Utilize the line management inputs and toggle features as needed.
Not a Standalone Strategy: This indicator provides context and key levels. It should be used alongside other technical analysis tools and price action reading for robust decision-making.
Developing Level Fluctuation: Developing POC/VA/Fib levels can shift considerably, especially early in a new period, before settling down as more volume accumulates and time passes.
๐Recommendations/Examples:
I recommend have this indicator on your chart twice, one has the VA set at 1 (100%) and has the fib levels plotted. The second has the VA set to 0.7 (70%) to highlight the defined VA.
Here is an example with 3 on a chart. VA of 100%, VA of 80%, and VA of 20%
Moving point of controlLibrary "moving_poc"
method getMovingPoc(averagePriceByVolumeHistory, ltfVolumeSerie, ltfPriceSerie, nbBarsToLookback)
โโVolume point of control (PoC) extracted from lower time frame data and previous time period
โโNamespace types: array
โโParameters:
โโโโ averagePriceByVolumeHistory (array) : An array of float to record previous PoC average
โโโโ ltfVolumeSerie (array) : Source of volume for the lower timeframe (ltf)
โโโโ ltfPriceSerie (array) : Source of price for the lower timeframe
โโโโ nbBarsToLookback (int) : A number of bars determining the lookback period of this PoC
โโReturns: Serie of PoC
Volume Profile Auto POC๐ Overview
Volume Profile Auto POC is a trend-following strategy that uses the automatically calculated Point of Control (POC) from the volume profile, combined with ATR zones, to capture reversals and breakouts.
By basing decisions on volume concentration, it dynamically visualizes the price levels most watched by market participants.
โ ๏ธ This strategy is provided for educational and research purposes only.
Past performance does not guarantee future results.
๐ฏ Strategy Objectives
Automatically detect the volume concentration area (POC) to improve entry accuracy
Optimize risk management through ATR-based volatility adjustment
Provide early and consistent signals when trends emerge
โจ Key Features
Automatic POC Detection : Updates the volume profile over a defined lookback window in real time
ATR Zone Integration : Defines a POC ยฑ 0.5 ATR zone to clarify potential reversals/breakouts
Visual Support : Plots the POC line and zones on the chart for intuitive decision-making
๐ Trading Rules
Long Entry:
Price breaks above the POC + 0.5 ATR zone
Volume is above average to support the breakout
Short Entry:
Price breaks below the POC - 0.5 ATR zone
Volume is above average to support the downside move
Exit (or Reverse Position):
Price returns to the POC area
Or touches the ATR band
โ๏ธ Trading Parameters & Considerations
Indicator Name: Volume Profile Auto POC
Parameters:
Lookback Bars: 50
Bins for Volume Profile: 24
ATR Length: 14
ATR Multiplier: 2.0
๐ผ Visual Support
POC line plotted in red
POC ยฑ 0.5 ATR zone displayed as a semi-transparent box
ATR bands plotted in blue for confirmation
๐ง Strategy Improvements & Uniqueness
This strategy is inspired by traditional Volume Profile + ATR analysis,
while adding the improvement of a sliding-window mechanism for automatic POC updates.
Compared with conventional trend-following approaches,
its strength lies in combining both price and volume perspectives for decision-making.
โ
Summary
Volume Profile Auto POC automatically extracts key market levels (POC) and combines them with ATR-based zones,
providing a responsive trend-following method.
It balances clarity with practicality, aiming for both usability and reproducibility.
โ ๏ธ This strategy is based on historical data and does not guarantee future profits.
Always use proper risk management when applying it.
Point of Control V2 The genesis of this project was to create a POC library that would be available to deliver volume profile information via pine to other scripts of indicators and strategies.
This is a republish of an invite only script to open access
This is the indicator version of the library function.
A few points of significance:
- Allows the choice of reset of the study period, day/week or bars. This is simple enough to expand to other conditions
- Bar count resets starting from the beginning of the data set (bar index =0) vs bars back from the end of the data set
- A 'period' in this context is the time between resets - the start of the POC (eg. start of Day or Week) until it resets (for example at the beginning of a next day or week)
- Automates the determination of the increment level rather than the user specifying ticks or price brackets
- Does not allow for setting the # of rows and then calculating the implied price increment levels
- When a period is complete it is often useful to look back at the POCs of historical periods, or extend them forward.
- This script will find the historical POCs around the current price and display them rather than extend all the historical POC lines to the right
- This script also looks across all the period POCs and identifies the master POC or what I call the Grand POC, and also the next 3 runner up POCs
This indicator is also available as a library.
BINANCE:BTCUSDT NSE:NIFTY OANDA:XAUUSD NASDAQ:AAPL TVC:USOIL
Point Of ControlStrategy and indicators are explained on the Chart.
Here's how i read the chart.
Entry:
1. Let the price close above the Ichimoku cloud
2. Price is above Volume Support zone
2. Make sure that momentum indicated with Green Triangles for Long Position
Exit:
1. Orange cross at the bottom of the candle indicates price is about to weaken
2. Best time to exit is Volume Resistance + Bearish(Hammer or Engulf )
PS: Use it along with R-Smart for better results
VWAP Wave System ToolkitGENERAL OVERVIEW:
The VWAP Wave System Toolkit is an all-in-one trading indicator based on rules from Auction Market Theory. The indicator is built around Volume-Weighted Average Prices (VWAP), Initial Balance (IB) levels, session/composite volume profiles, low-volume zones, optional candle coloring, trade checklists, dashboard readings, and a watermark.
This indicator was developed by Flux Charts in collaboration with Chris Drysdale (Trader Drysdale), author of the best-selling book VWAP Wave System.
Whatโs the purpose of this indicator?
The VWAP Wave System Toolkit helps traders see where market value is forming, shifting, or being rejected across different timeframes. Itโs built on the ideas of Auction Market Theory, which views the market as a continuous auction between buyers and sellers searching for fair value. The indicator combines VWAPs, Initial Balance levels, and volume profiles into one system that shows how price interacts with value throughout the day, week, and month. By combining short-term and higher-timeframe data, it helps traders understand when the market is balanced and when itโs starting to discover new price areas.
Whatโs the theory behind this indicator?
This indicator is built on Auction Market Theory, introduced by J. Peter Steidlmayer. The theory says that markets operate as continuous auctions, constantly seeking a fair price where buyers and sellers agree on value. When price stays within a narrow range and volume builds up, the market is balanced around a value area. When price moves away from that area, the market enters price discovery, searching for a new zone of balance. VWAPs represent an evolving measure of value, while Volume Profiles and Initial Balance visualize how the auction developed during each session. Low Volume Zones often show where the market moved too quickly to trade efficiently, making them potential areas of interest for future reactions. By combining these elements, the indicator provides a picture of how the market is auctioning and where value may shift next.
VWAP WAVE SYSTEM TOOLKIT FEATURES:
The VWAP Wave System Toolkit indicator includes 7 main features:
Initial Balance Levels
Multi-Timeframe VWAPs
Session Volume Profile
Composite Volume Profile
Low Volume Zones
Checklist
Watermark
Initial Balance Levels:
๐นWhat is the Initial Balance?
The Initial Balance (IB) is defined by the high and low prices that form within a specific time window. Typically, this time window is the first hour after the regular day trading session starts (09:30 - 10:30 AM EST).
The high and low formed during this window create the foundation for the dayโs price structure. From these two points, the indicator automatically calculates several key reference levels that show how far price has extended beyond the initial range or where it may still be balanced. Understanding how these levels are derived and how to interpret them is essential to using the Initial Balance effectively.
๐นHow Initial Balance Levels are calculated:
Once the IB window closes, the indicator plots a full set of reference levels derived from the IB range. These levels are:
IB High
IB Low
IB Midpoint
x2 High / x2 Low
x2 Midpoints (x1.5 High/Low)
x3 High / x3 Low
x3 Midpoints (x2.5 High/Low)
๐นIB High & IB Low
The IB High is the highest price reached during the IB session window, and the IB Low is the lowest price reached.
๐นIB Midpoint
The IB Midpoint is the average of the IB High and IB Low.
๐นx2 High & x2 Low
The x2 levels are calculated by projecting one full IB Range above and below the Initial Balance. The IB Range is the distance between the IB High and IB Low.
๐นx2 High Midpoint & x2 Low Midpoint
The x2 High Midpoint (x1.5 High) is the average of the IB High and x2 High. The x2 Low Midpoint (x1.5 Low) is the average of the IB Low and x2 Low.
๐นx3 High & x3 Low
The x3 High/Low levels are calculated by projecting two full IB Range above and below the Initial Balance.
๐นx3 High Midpoint & x3 Low Midpoint
The x3 High Midpoint (x2.5 High) is the average of the x2 High and x3 High. The x3 Low Midpoint (x2.5 Low) is the average of the x2 Low and x3 Low.
๐นBreaks & Retests:
For every Initial Balance level, the indicator automatically tracks when price retests or breaks through them.
A Break occurs when a candle closes above or below an IB level. When this happens, the indicator plots a small blue triangle.
A Retest occurs when price approaches and touches an IB Level, and then reverses in the opposite direction. When this happens, the indicator plots a small green or red triangle.
Green Triangle: Bullish Retest - Price comes down to a level, touches it, and continues up.
Red Triangle: Bearish Retest - Price comes up to a level, touches it, and continues down.
Both breaks and retests are plotted directly on the chart for every toggled IB level. Once detected, they remain fixed and are not repainted.
Other Settings:
๐นShade IB Range
When enabled, this setting fills the area between the IB High and IB Low (IB Range). The fill helps visually separate the Initial Balance range from the rest of the session, making it easier to identify when price is trading inside or outside of the IB. The color and opacity can also be adjusted through the settings.
๐นApply One Color
When this setting is enabled, all toggled IB levels use the same color instead of the userโs inputted colors.
๐นLevels Labels
When enabled, text labels that identify each IB level (for example, โIB High,โ โx2 High,โ or โx2.5 Lowโ) appear next to each level.
๐นPrice Labels
When enabled, the indicator displays the real-time price value of each IB level directly on the chart. These labels update automatically as price changes or when the levels shift due to recalculation from a new session.
๐นExtend Levels Right
When enabled, all toggled IB Levels will be extended infinitely to the right of the chart.
๐นAlign Text Right
This setting aligns all level and price labels to the right edge of the plotted line. When disabled, text labels will be aligned to the left edge of each level.
Multi-Timeframe VWAPs:
๐นWhy does this indicator include VWAPs?
This indicator includes VWAPs because they show where the most trading activity has occurred within each timeframe, helping identify the marketโs fair value area. According to Auction Market Theory, price moves between periods of balance and imbalance as buyers and sellers seek fair value. VWAPs represent those balance points where the majority of trading has taken place. By plotting the Intraday, Weekly, and Monthly VWAPs, the indicator shows how value shifts across different timeframes and whether the market is balanced or moving toward a new area of value.
๐นIntraday VWAP
The Intraday VWAP measures the average traded price for the current trading session and resets each day at market open. It shows where most of the sessionโs trading has taken place, acting as a real-time fair value line. When price trades near the Intraday VWAP, the market is considered balanced. When price moves far above or below it, the market is exploring new value areas.
๐นCandle Coloring:
The Intraday VWAP candle coloring highlights how far price is trading from the sessionโs average value using the first and second standard deviation bands as visual reference zones. This feature helps users see whether price is balanced around fair value or expanding into an overextended area.
When candle coloring is enabled, each candleโs color changes based on where it closes relative to the two standard deviation bands surrounding the Intraday VWAP. The first band represents one standard deviation (1.0 STD) and the second represents one and a half standard deviations (1.5 STD).
If a candle closes above the upper 1.5 standard deviation band, it is colored a brighter green, showing strong movement above fair value. Candles closing between the upper 1.0 and 1.5 standard deviation bands are a lighter green, showing moderate strength. If a candle closes below the lower 1.5 standard deviation band, it is colored a brighter red, showing strong movement below fair value. Candles closing between the lower 1.0 and 1.5 standard deviation bands are a lighter red, showing moderate weakness. Candles that close within the ยฑ1.0 standard deviation range remain their normal color, showing that price is balanced near the sessionโs average.
Both the VWAP line and its bands can be customized in the Intraday VWAP settings. Users can adjust the VWAP line color, band colors, and fill transparency. The candle colors can also be modified. The band sizes (1.0 STD and 1.5 STD by default) can be changed through their input multipliers, allowing users to control the sensitivity of the zones.
Please Note: This candle coloring applies only to the Intraday VWAP
๐นWeekly VWAP
The Weekly VWAP measures the average traded price across the current trading week and resets at the start of each new week. It reflects the fair value area that has developed over multiple trading days, providing a broader view of market balance compared to the Intraday VWAP. When price stays close to the Weekly VWAP, it indicates that the weekโs trading activity is balanced. When price consistently trades above or below it, the market is moving away from that balance and forming value in a new area.
Standard Deviation Bands:
The Weekly VWAP includes optional standard deviation bands. Users can toggle 1x and 1.5x STD bands. Users can also adjust the multipliers.
Customization:
All colors for the Weekly VWAP and its standard deviation bands can be changed in the indicatorโs settings. Users can adjust the VWAP line color, band colors, and fill transparency.
๐นMonthly VWAP
The Monthly VWAP measures the average traded price for the current month and resets on the first trading day of each new month. It provides the broadest view of value within this indicator, showing where the majority of trading has occurred during the current month. When price remains near the Monthly VWAP, it reflects long-term balance.
Standard Deviation Bands:
The Monthly VWAP includes optional 1x and 1.5x standard deviation bands that can be enabled or disabled. In the settings, users can adjust the standard deviation multipliers.
Customization:
The Monthly VWAP line, band colors, and fill transparency can all be modified in the indicatorโs settings.
๐นVWAP Dashboard
The VWAP Dashboard provides a quick real-time overview of how price is positioned relative to the Intraday, Weekly, and Monthly VWAPs. It is displayed directly on the chart and updates automatically with each new candle.
The dashboard is divided into five labeled sections:
Intraday
Weekly
Monthly
Weekly STD
Monthly STD
Intraday, Weekly, and Monthly Sections:
These three sections show whether price is currently trading Above or Below each VWAP.
If price is above a VWAP, that section displays โBullishโ
If price is below a VWAP, that section displays โBearishโ
Weekly STD and Monthly STD:
These sections display whether price is currently inside or outside the standard deviation bands of the Weekly and Monthly VWAPs.
When price is trading within the ยฑ1.0 standard deviation zone, the dashboard output is โBalanced Marketโ
When price is above the upper standard deviation, price is extending up beyond the weekโs or monthโs fair value, and the dashboard output is โBullish Price Discoveryโ
When price is below the lower standard deviation, price is extending down beyond the weekโs or monthโs fair value, and the dashboard output is โBearish Price Discoveryโ
๐นWhat is a Balanced Market
A balanced market occurs when price is trading within the ยฑ1.0 standard deviation range of a VWAP. This shows that buyers and sellers are in general agreement on value, and trading activity is taking place around the fair value area. In this state, price tends to rotate around the VWAP rather than trend strongly away from it. Balance reflects stability in the auction process, where neither side is dominant and value is being built at current prices.
๐นWhat is Bullish Price Discovery
Bullish Price Discovery occurs when price trades above the upper standard deviation of a VWAP. This indicates that buyers are accepting higher prices and that value may be shifting upward. In terms of Auction Market Theory, the market is moving away from balance as it searches for a new fair value area above the prior range.
๐นWhat is Bearish Price Discovery
Bearish Price Discovery occurs when price trades below the lower standard deviation of a VWAP. This shows that sellers are accepting lower prices and that value may be developing beneath the prior area of balance. The market is moving out of equilibrium as participants test lower prices to find new fair value.
Session Volume Profile:
๐นWhy this feature is included:
The Session Volume Profile is included to show where trading activity occurred within each session. It visually represents the volume traded at each price, helping to identify where market participants considered value to be. This ties directly to Auction Market Theory, which views markets as auctions seeking balance between buyers and sellers. The profile highlights those balance areas and shows where volume thins out, helping distinguish between value areas and areas of rejection.
๐นHow is the Session Volume Profile calculated and displayed:
At the start of each selected session window, the indicator creates a new volume profile and tracks every bar in that session. For each candle, it saves the high, low, open, close, volume, and time. When the HD (High Definition) setting is enabled, and your chart is between the 1-minute and 30-minute timeframes (recommended), the indicator requests lower-timeframe data and feeds the profile with 1-minute candlesticks for more detail. The running session high and low define the vertical bounds of the volume profile. That span is split into a fixed number of rows. Each row represents a price slice. For every bar and every price row, the indicator checks whether the barโs high-low range touches that row. If it does, it adds part of the barโs volume to that row. The allocation uses a step-to-bar-size ratio, so that narrow bars do not overload a tall row and tall bars contribute proportionally across all rows they cross. If the bar closes above its open, that rowโs โupโ volume bucket is incremented. If it closes below its open, the โdownโ bucket is incremented. After all bars are processed, the row with the highest total becomes the Point of Control (POC). Starting from that row, the indicator expands upward and downward, adding adjacent rows until the cumulative total reaches your Value Area percentage. The upper boundary is Value Area High (VAH), and the lower boundary is Value Area Low (VAL).
For rendering, each price row becomes a horizontal box drawn from the session start time to a length proportional to that rowโs volume versus the sessionโs maximum row volume. If you choose โUp / Downโ volume, the row is split into two adjoining boxes that show the up and down portions. If you choose โTotal,โ a single box is drawn to the total length. If you choose โDelta,โ the length reflects the absolute difference between up and down. The POC is drawn as a line across the row midpoint. VAH and VAL are drawn at the exact prices of the top and bottom value rows. While a session is open the profile keeps updating as new bars form. When the session ends, the script fixes its start and end and stops changing that profile. To avoid any issues with drawing limits, the indicator only renders the two most recent session volume profiles.
Settings:
๐นEnabled
Turns the Session Volume Profile on or off. When disabled, no session profiles, lines, or volume boxes are displayed.
๐นHD
Stands for High Definition. When enabled, the indicator requests data from the 1-minute timeframe to build a smoother, more detailed volume profile. This produces finer row distribution and more accurate POC, VAH, and VAL positioning, especially on higher chart timeframes.
๐นPOC Line
Toggles the visibility of the Point of Control line. The POC represents the price level with the highest traded volume in the session. Itโs drawn horizontally across the chart at that price, and its color can be customized in settings.
๐นVAH
Controls the display of the Value Area High line. The VAH is the top boundary of the range that contains the specified percentage of total traded volume (default 70%). It marks where volume starts to thin out above fair value. Users can turn it on or off and customize its color.
๐นVAL
Controls the display of the Value Area Low line. The VAL is the lower boundary of the value area and marks where volume thins out below fair value. Its visibility and color can also be customized.
๐นSession
This setting allows users to define the start and end time of the trading session used to calculate the session volume profile. Only bars within this time window are included in the volume profile. When a session ends, the volume profile locks, and a new one begins automatically when the next session begins based on the userโs input.
๐นVolume
Controls how the histogram rows are displayed:
Up/Down: Splits each price row into two parts: one for bullish candles (Up volume) and one for bearish candles (Down volume). This helps visualize buying versus selling pressure at each price.
Total: Combines both Up and Down volume into a single-colored bar for each price level. Since direction isnโt separated, this view focuses purely on where trading activity was concentrated, regardless of which side was in control. A tall bar means strong participation and interest at that price.
Delta: Displays the difference between up and down volume (Up/Down) for each row, highlighting which side controlled that price area.
๐นValue Area Volume
The Value Area Volume setting defines how much of the total session volume is considered the โvalue area.โ By default, itโs 70%, meaning the indicator finds the price range where 70% of all trading took place during that session. This area is where buyers and sellers agreed the most on price, also known as the fair value zone.
If you increase the percentage (for example, to 80%), the value area becomes wider and includes more of the sessionโs trading range. Lowering it (for example, to 60%) makes it narrower, focusing only on the prices with the heaviest activity.
๐นRow Size
The Row Size controls how detailed the volume profile looks. It decides how many price levels (rows) the profile is divided into. Smaller values make the profile smoother and easier to read but less precise. Larger values add more detail and show exactly where volume clustered, but they can make the profile look denser.
The maximum value is 450 rows, and the minimum value is 5 rows. Higher values (especially above 200) can make the volume profile appear more detailed but may also cause performance issues or partial rendering on TradingView charts due to the platformโs drawing object limits. For most users, values between 50โ150 give a good balance between clarity and performance.
25 Rows vs. 200 Rows:
Composite Volume Profile:
The Composite Volume Profile shows how volume is distributed across a larger selected range instead of just one session. It helps traders see where the most trading activity has taken place over multiple days. This gives a picture of long-term balance areas and important price zones that have repeatedly attracted buyers and sellers.
The Composite Profile uses the same base logic and visual settings as the Session Volume Profile, including POC Line, VAH, VAL, Volume Type, Value Area Volume, Row Size, and Colors. Any customization applied to those settings also affects the Composite Profile, ensuring a consistent appearance across both features.
๐นSession Count Setting:
This setting controls how many past sessions are merged into one composite volume profile. For example, if the Session Count is set to 5, and each session represents one trading day, the profile combines data from the last 5 trading days. A โsessionโ refers to the time window defined in the Session Volume Profile settings.
๐นHow is the Composite Volume Profile used?
In Auction Market Theory, markets move through phases of balance and imbalance as traders agree on value before moving to explore new ones. The Composite Volume Profile shows where that long-term balance has formed. Large, wide areas on the profile indicate zones where multiple sessions agreed on value. Thin areas show prices that were quickly rejected, where less time and volume were traded. Combining short-term session profiles into a composite helps identify when the market is holding near established value or entering new price discovery, confirming transitions between balance and price discovery.
Low Volume Zones:
๐นWhat are Low Volume Zones?
Low Volume Zones (LVZs) are price areas where trading activity was minimal compared to surrounding levels. On a volume profile, they appear as thin โvalleysโ between two high-volume โpeaks.โ These valleys show where the market moved too quickly for significant two-way trade to occur. In Auction Market Theory, they represent inefficient areas, meaning the market didnโt find fair value, so price either skipped through or rejected those levels.
๐นHow are Low Volume Zones found?
The indicator identifies Low Volume Zones (LVZs) directly from Session Volume Profiles (SVPs) by analyzing the shape of its volume distribution. Each SVP is built from a series of horizontal rows, where each row represents the total traded volume within a narrow price range. The longer the row, the higher the trading activity at that price.
The indicator first locates the two largest high-volume peaks on the profile. These peaks represent the strongest areas of market activity. Once these two main peaks are found, the indicator looks on both sides of each peak for the lowest-volume row in the surrounding area. Those small-volume dips define the boundaries of the Low Volume Zones.
Each high-volume peak can therefore generate two LVZs (one above and one below it), resulting in a maximum of four Low Volume Zones per volume profile. If two LVZs overlap or share the same price range, they are automatically merged into a single larger zone, which may reduce the total count to three or fewer.
๐นHow are Low Volume Zones used?
Low Volume Zones (LVZs) mark areas where the market previously traded with little participation. In Auction Market Theory, these zones represent inefficient price areas where buyers and sellers failed to agree on value. When price returns to an LVZ, it may act as an area where price tends to react differently due to lower previous trading activity. If the market still sees that area as unfair, price will reject it and reverse quickly. If the market now accepts that price level, volume builds and price moves through it smoothly as the auction seeks new balance. Traders use LVZs to identify where price may react sharply or move quickly through thin areas. When price approaches a zone from above or below, it signals potential rejection or continuation.
๐นLVZ Breaks and Retests
The indicator automatically tracks how price interacts with every detected LVZ.
A Break occurs when price fully moves through the entire LVZ and closes past it. When this happens, the indicator plots a small blue triangle.
A Retest occurs when price touches an LVZ and reverses away, showing rejection. When price comes down to a level, taps it, and continues up, itโs considered a bullish retest, and a small green triangle is plotted. When price comes up to a level, taps it, and continues down, itโs considered a bearish retest, and a small red triangle is plotted.
๐นLVZ Settings
Enabled:
Toggles LVZ detection and visualization on or off.
Realtime:
Allows LVZs to form dynamically as the current session develops, updating live as volume builds or thins out. When disabled, zones only appear once the session closes.
Please note: When this setting is enabled, zones may update or shift while the current session is still forming. Because the Session Volume Profile is continuously recalculating with new data, both the volume distribution and detected zones can change until the session closes.
Row Pivot Length:
Controls how far above and below each price row the indicator looks when identifying the highest and lowest volume points that define each Low Volume Zone. Larger values make the indicator compare a wider range of rows, while smaller values keep the analysis closer to each rowโs immediate area.
Last SVPs:
Defines how many recent Session Volume Profiles are used for LVZs. For example, setting it to 3 limits LVZ detection to the last three sessions only.
Retests and Breaks:
Enables or disables the display of the retest and break markers described above.
Checklist:
The Checklist is a manual on-chart dashboard that allows traders to keep track of specific market conditions before entering a trade. Each checklist item can be toggled on or off in the indicatorโs settings. When enabled, a checkmark emoji appears next to that item on the dashboard. When disabled, an X emoji appears next to that item.
This feature is designed to help traders visually confirm important steps in their process, such as reviewing trend direction, VWAP alignment, or session context. The checklist can also be repositioned anywhere on the chart using the โLocationโ setting for better visibility and layout preference.
Watermark:
The Watermark feature displays key chart information directly in the background, including the current ticker symbol, selected timeframe, and date. The watermarkโs size, color, and transparency can be adjusted in the settings.
UNIQUENESS:
The VWAP Wave System Toolkit is unique because it brings every part of Auction Market Theory to the chart. It shows how value builds and shifts by combining Initial Balance levels, multi-timeframe VWAPs, and volume profiles. The indicator automatically marks low-volume zones where the market moved too quickly, highlights breaks and retests, and tracks how price interacts with fair value across sessions, weeks, and months. Every feature works together to give a simple view of balance, imbalance, and value development as the auction unfolds.
3D Institutional Battlefield [SurgeGuru]Professional Presentation: 3D Institutional Flow Terrain Indicator
Overview
The 3D Institutional Flow Terrain is an advanced trading visualization tool that transforms complex market structure into an intuitive 3D landscape. This indicator synthesizes multiple institutional data pointsโvolume profiles, order blocks, liquidity zones, and voidsโinto a single comprehensive view, helping you identify high-probability trading opportunities.
Key Features
๐ฅ Camera & Projection Controls
Yaw & Pitch: Adjust viewing angles (0-90ยฐ) for optimal perspective
Scale Controls: Fine-tune X (width), Y (depth), and Z (height) dimensions
Pro Tip: Increase Z-scale to amplify terrain features for better visibility
๐ Grid & Surface Configuration
Resolution: Adjust X (16-64) and Y (12-48) grid density
Visual Elements: Toggle surface fill, wireframe, and node markers
Optimization: Higher resolution provides more detail but requires more processing power
๐ Data Integration
Lookback Period: 50-500 bars of historical analysis
Multi-Source Data: Combine volume profile, order blocks, liquidity zones, and voids
Weighted Analysis: Each data source contributes proportionally to the terrain height
How to Use the Frontend
๐ Price Line Tracking (Your Primary Focus)
The yellow price line is your most important guide:
Monitor Price Movement: Track how the yellow line interacts with the 3D terrain
Identify Key Levels: Watch for these critical interactions:
Order Blocks (Green/Red Zones):
When yellow price line enters green zones = Bullish order block
When yellow price line enters red zones = Bearish order block
These represent institutional accumulation/distribution areas
Liquidity Voids (Yellow Zones):
When yellow price line enters yellow void areas = Potential acceleration zones
Voids indicate price gaps where minimal trading occurred
Price often moves rapidly through voids toward next liquidity pool
Terrain Reading:
High Terrain Peaks: High volume/interest areas (support/resistance)
Low Terrain Valleys: Low volume areas (potential breakout zones)
Color Coding:
Green terrain = Bullish volume dominance
Red terrain = Bearish volume dominance
Purple = Neutral/transition areas
๐ Volume Profile Integration
POC (Point of Control): Automatically marks highest volume level
Volume Bins: Adjust granularity (10-50 bins)
Height Weight: Control how much volume affects terrain elevation
๐๏ธ Order Block Detection
Detection Length: 5-50 bar lookback for block identification
Strength Weighting: Recent blocks have greater impact on terrain
Candle Body Option: Use full candles or body-only for block definition
๐ง Liquidity Zone Tracking
Multiple Levels: Track 3-10 key liquidity zones
Buy/Sell Side: Different colors for bid/ask liquidity
Strength Decay: Older zones have diminishing terrain impact
๐ Liquidity Void Identification
Threshold Multiplier: Adjust sensitivity (0.5-2.0)
Height Amplification: Voids create significant terrain depressions
Acceleration Zones: Price typically moves quickly through void areas
Practical Trading Application
Bullish Scenario:
Yellow price line approaches green order block terrain
Price finds support in elevated bullish volume areas
Terrain shows consistent elevation through key levels
Bearish Scenario:
Yellow price line struggles at red order block resistance
Price falls through liquidity voids toward lower terrain
Bearish volume peaks dominate the landscape
Breakout Setup:
Yellow price line consolidates in flat terrain
Minimal resistance (low terrain) in projected direction
Clear path toward distant liquidity zones
Pro Tips
Start Simple: Begin with default settings, then gradually customize
Focus on Yellow Line: Your primary indicator of current price position
Combine Timeframes: Use the same terrain across multiple timeframes for confluence
Volume Confirmation: Ensure terrain peaks align with actual volume spikes
Void Anticipation: When price enters voids, prepare for potential rapid movement
Order Blocks & Voids Architecture
Order Blocks Calculation
Trigger: Price breaks fractal swing points
Bullish OB: When close > swing high โ find lowest low in lookback period
Bearish OB: When close < swing low โ find highest high in lookback period
Strength: Based on price distance from block extremes
Storage: Global array maintains last 50 blocks with FIFO management
Liquidity Voids Detection
Trigger: Price gaps exceeding ATR threshold
Bull Void: Low - high > (ATR200 ร multiplier)
Bear Void: Low - high > (ATR200 ร multiplier)
Validation: Close confirms gap direction
Storage: Global array maintains last 30 voids
Key Design Features
Real-time Updates: Calculated every bar, not just on last bar
Global Persistence: Arrays maintain state across executions
FIFO Management: Automatic cleanup of oldest entries
Configurable Sensitivity: Adjustable lookback periods and thresholds
Scientific Testing Framework
Hypothesis Testing
Primary Hypothesis: 3D terrain visualization improves detection of institutional order flow vs traditional 2D charts
Testable Metrics:
Prediction Accuracy: Does terrain structure predict future support/resistance?
Reaction Time: Faster identification of key levels vs conventional methods
False Positive Reduction: Lower rate of failed breakouts/breakdowns
Control Variables
Market Regime: Trending vs ranging conditions
Asset Classes: Forex, equities, cryptocurrencies
Timeframes: M5 to H4 for intraday, D1 for swing
Volume Conditions: High vs low volume environments
Data Collection Protocol
Terrain Features to Quantify:
Slope gradient changes at price inflection points
Volume peak clustering density
Order block terrain elevation vs subsequent price action
Void depth correlation with momentum acceleration
Control Group: Traditional support/resistance + volume profile
Experimental Group: 3D Institutional Flow Terrain
Statistical Measures
Signal-to-Noise Ratio: Terrain features vs random price movements
Lead Time: Terrain formation ahead of price confirmation
Effect Size: Performance difference between groups (Cohen's d)
Statistical Power: Sample size requirements for significance
Validation Methodology
Blind Testing:
Remove price labels from terrain screenshots
Have traders identify key levels from terrain alone
Measure accuracy vs actual price action
Backtesting Framework:
Automated terrain feature extraction
Correlation with future price reversals/breakouts
Monte Carlo simulation for significance testing
Expected Outcomes
If hypothesis valid:
Significant improvement in level prediction accuracy (p < 0.05)
Reduced latency in institutional level identification
Higher risk-reward ratios on terrain-confirmed trades
Research Questions:
Does terrain elevation reliably indicate institutional interest zones?
Are liquidity voids statistically significant momentum predictors?
Does multi-timeframe terrain analysis improve signal quality?
How does terrain persistence correlate with level strength?
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Enhanced Volume Profileโ OVERVIEW
The Enhanced Volume Profile (EVP) is an indicator designed to plot a volume profile on the chart based on either the visible chart range or a fixed lookback period. The script helps analyze the distribution of volume at different price levels over time, providing insights into areas of high trading activity and potential support/resistance zones.
โ KEY FEATURES
1. Visible Chart Range vs. Fixed Lookback Depth
Visible Chart Range
- Default analysis mode
- Calculates profile based on visible portion of the chart
- Dynamically updates with chart view changes
Fixed Lookback Depth
- Optional alternative to visible range
- Uses specified number of bars (10-3000)
- Provides consistent analysis depth
- Independent of chart view
2. Custom Resolution
Auto-Resolution Mode
Automatically selects timeframes based on chart's current timeframe:
โค 1 minute: Uses 1-minute resolution
โค 5 minutes: Uses 1-minute resolution
โค 15 minutes: Uses 5-minute resolution
โค 1 hour: Uses 5-minute resolution
โค 4 hours: Uses 15-minute resolution
โค 12 hours: Uses 15-minute resolution
โค 1 day: Uses 1-hour resolution
โค 3 days: Uses 2-hours resolution
โค 1 week: Uses 4-hours resolution
Custom Resolution Override
Optional override of auto-resolution system
Provides control over data granularity
Must be lower than or equal to chart's timeframe
Falls back to auto-resolution if validation fails
3. Volume Profile Resolution
Adjustable number of points (10-400)
Controls profile granularity
Higher resolution provides more detail
Balance between precision and performance
4. Point of Control (PoC)
Identifies price level with highest traded volume
Optional display with customizable appearance
Adjustable line thickness (1-30)
Configurable color
5. Value Area (VA)
Shows price range of majority trading volume
Adjustable coverage (5-95%), default is 68%
Customizable boundary lines
Configurable lines color and thickness (1-20)
โ INPUT PARAMETERS
Lookback Settings
Use Visible Chart Range
- Default: true
- Calculates profile based on visible bars
- Ideal for focused analysis
Fixed Lookback Bars
- Range: 10-3000
- Default: 200
- Used when visible range is disabled
Resolution Settings
Enable Custom Resolution
- Default: false
- Overrides auto-resolution
Custom Resolution
- Default: 1-minute
- Changes automatically when "Enable Custom Resolution" is disabled
Volume Profile Appearance
Profile Resolution
- Range: 10-400
- Default: 200
- Controls detail level
Profile Width Scale
- Range: 1-50
- Default: 15
- Adjusts profile width
Right Offset
- Range: 0-500
- Default: 20
- Controls spacing from price bars
Profile Fill Color
- Default: #5D606B (70% transparency)
Point of Control Settings
Show Point of Control
- Default: true
- Toggles PoC visibility
PoC Line Thickness
- Range: 1-30
- Default: 1
PoC Line Color
- Default: Red
Value Area Settings
Show Value Area
- Default: true
- Toggles VA lines
Value Area Coverage
- Range: 5-95%
- Default: 68%
Value Area Line Color
- Default: Blue
Value Area Line Thickness
- Range: 1-20
- Default: 1
โ TECHNICAL IMPLEMENTATION DETAILS
Exceeding Bars Management
The script dynamically adjusts the number of bars used in the volume profile calculation based on the selected timeframe and the maximum allowed bars (max_bars_back).
If the total number of bars exceeds the predefined threshold (6000 bars), the script reduces the lookback period (lookback_bars) by trimming some of the historical data, ensuring the chart does not become overloaded with data.
The adjustment is made based on the ratio of bars per candle (bars_per_candle), ensuring that the volume profile remains computationally efficient while maintaining its relevance.
โ EXAMPLE USE CASES
1. Visible Range Mode
For analyzing a recent trend and focusing on only the visible part of the chart, enabling the "Use Visible Chart Range" option calculates the profile based on the current view, without considering historical data outside the visible area.
2. Fixed Lookback Depth
For analyzing a specific period in the past (e.g., the last 200 bars), disabling the visible range and setting a fixed lookback depth of 200 bars ensures the profile always considers the last 200 bars, regardless of the visible range.
3. Custom Resolution
If thereโs a need for greater control over the timeframe used for volume profile calculations (e.g., using a 5-minute resolution on a 15-minute chart), enabling custom resolution and setting the desired timeframe provides this control.
HAPPY TRADING โ๏ธ
Volume Profile Free Pro (25 Levels Value Area VWAP) by RRBVolume Profile Free Pro by RagingRocketBull 2019
Version 1.0
All available Volume Profile Free Pro versions are listed below (They are very similar and I don't want to publish them as separate indicators):
ver 1.0: style columns implementation
ver 2.0: style histogram implementation
ver 3.0: style line implementation
This indicator calculates Volume Profile for a given range and shows it as a histogram consisting of 25 horizontal bars.
It can also show Point of Control (POC), Developing POC, Value Area/VWAP StdDev High/Low as dynamically moving levels.
Free accounts can't access Standard TradingView Volume Profile, hence this indicator.
There are 3 basic methods to calculate the Value Area for a session.
- original method developed by Steidlmayr (calculated around POC)
- classical method using StdDev (calculated around the mean VWAP)
- another method based on the mean absolute deviation (calculated around the median)
POC is a high volume node and can be used as support/resistance. But when far from the day's average price it may not be as good a trend filter as the other methods.
The 80% Rule: When the market opens above/below the Value Area and then returns/stays back inside for 2 consecutive 30min periods it has 80% chance of filling VA (like a gap).
There are several versions: Free, Free Pro, Free MAX. This is the Free Pro version. The Differences are listed below:
- Free: 30 levels, Buy/Sell/Total Volume Profile views, POC
- Free Pro: 25 levels, +Developing POC, Value Area/VWAP High/Low Levels, Above/Below Area Dimming
- Free MAX: 50 levels, packed to the limit
Features:
- Volume Profile with up to 25 levels (3 implementations)
- POC, Developing POC Levels
- Buy/Sell/Total/Side by Side View modes
- Side Cover
- Value Area, VAH/VAL dynamic levels
- VWAP High/Low dynamic levels with Source, Length, StdDev as params
- Show/Hide all levels
- Dim Non Value Area Zones
- Custom Range with Highlighting
- 3 Anchor points for Volume Profile
- Flip Levels Horizontally
- Adjustable width, offset and spacing of levels
- Custom Color for POC/VA/VWAP levels and Transparency for buy/sell levels
Usage:
- specify max_level/min_level for a range (required in ver 1.0/2.0, auto/optional in ver 3.0 = set to highest/lowest)
- select range (start_bar, range length), confirm with range highlighting
- select mode Value Area or VWAP to show corresponding levels.
- flip/select anchor point to position the buy/sell levels, adjust width and spacing as needed
- select Buy/Sell/Total/Side by Side view mode
- use POC/Developing POC/VA/VWAP High/Low as S/R levels. Usually daily values from 1-3 days back are used as levels for the current day.
- Green - buy volume of a specific price level in a range, Red - sell volume. Green + Red = Total volume of a price level in a range
There's no native support for vertical histograms in Pinescript (with price axis as base)
Basically, there are 4 ways to plot a series of horizontal bars stacked on top of each other:
1. plotshape style labeldown (ver 0 prototype discarded)
- you can have a set of fixed width/height text labels consisting of a series of underscores and moving dynamically as levels. Level offset controls visible length.
- you can move levels and scale the base width of the volume profile histogram dynamically
- you can calculate the highest/lowest range values automatically. max_level/min_level inputs are optional
- you can't fill the gaps between levels/adjust/extend width, height - this results in a half baked volume profile and looks ugly
- fixed text level height doesn't adjust and looks bad on a log scale
- fixed font width also doesn't scale and can't be properly aligned with bars when zooming
2. plot style columns + hist_base (ver 1.0)
- you can plot long horizontal bars using a series of small adjacent vertical columns with level offsets controlling visible length.
- you can't hide/move levels of the volume profile histogram dynamically on each bar, they must be plotted at all times regardless - you can't delete the history of a plot.
- you can't scale the base width of the volume profile histogram dynamically, can't set show_last from input, must use a preset fixed width for each level
- hist_base can only be a static const expression, can't be assigned highest/lowest range values automatically - you have to specify max_level/min_level manually from input
- you can't control spacing between columns - there's an equalizer bar effect when you zoom in, and solid bars when you zoom out
- using hist_base for levels results in ugly load/redraw times - give it 3-5 sec to finalize its shape after each UI param change
- level top can be properly aligned with another level's bottom producing a clean good looking histogram
- columns are properly aligned with bars automatically
3. plot style histogram + hist_base (ver 2.0)
- you can plot long horizontal bars using a series of small vertical bars (horizontal histogram) instead of columns.
- you can control the width of each histogram bar comprising a level (spacing/horiz density). Large enough width will cause bar overlapping and give level a "solid" look regardless of zoom
- you can only set width <= 4 in UI Style - custom textbox input is provided for larger values. You can set width and plot transparency from input
- this method still uses hist_base and inherits other limitations of ver 2.0
4. plot style lines (ver 3.0)
- you can also plot long horizontal bars using lines with level offsets controlling visible length.
- lines don't need hist_base - fast and smooth redraw times
- you can calculate the highest/lowest range values automatically. max_level/min_level inputs are optional
- level top can't be properly aligned with another level's bottom and have a proper spacing because line width uses its own units and doesn't scale
- fixed line width of a level (vertical thickness) doesn't scale and looks bad on log (level overlapping)
- you can only set width <= 4 in UI Style, a custom textbox input is provided for larger values. You can set width and plot transparency from input
Notes:
- hist_base for levels results in ugly load/redraw times - give it 3-5 sec to finalize its shape after each UI param change
- indicator is slow on TFs with long history 10000+ bars
- Volume Profile/Value Area are calculated for a given range and updated on each bar. Each level has a fixed width. Offsets control visible level parts. Side Cover hides the invisible parts.
- Custom Color for POC/VA/VWAP levels - UI Style color/transparency can only change shape's color and doesn't affect textcolor, hence this additional option
- Custom Widh for levels - UI Style supports only width <= 4, hence this additional option
- POC is visible in both modes. In VWAP mode Developing POC becomes VWAP, VA High and Low => VWAP High and Low correspondingly to minimize the number of plot outputs
- You can't change buy/sell level colors (only plot transparency) - this requires 2x plot outputs exceeding max 64 limit. That's why 2 additional plots are used to dim the non Value Area zones
- Use Side by Side view to compare buy and sell volumes between each other: base width = max(total_buy_vol, total_sell_vol)
- All buy/sell volume lengths are calculated as % of a fixed base width = 100 bars (100%). You can't set show_last from input
- Sell Offset is calculated relative to Buy Offset to stack/extend sell on top of buy. Buy Offset = Zero - Buy Length. Sell Offset = Buy Offset - Sell Length = Zero - Buy Length - Sell Length
- If you see "loop too long error" - change some values in UI and it will recalculate - no need to refresh the chart
- There's no such thing as buy/sell volume, there's just volume, but for the purposes of the Volume Profile method, assume: bull candle = buy volume, bear candle = sell volume
- Volume Profile Range is limited to 5000 bars for free accounts
P.S. Cantaloupia Will be Free!
Links on Volume Profile and Value Area calculation and usage:
www.tradingview.com
stockcharts.com
onlinelibrary.wiley.com
Volume Range Profile with Fair Value (Zeiierman)โ Overview
The Volume Range Profile with Fair Value (Zeiierman) is a precision-built volume-mapping tool designed to help traders visualize where institutional-level activity is occurring within the price range โ and how that volume behavior shifts over time.
Unlike traditional volume profiles that rely on fixed session boundaries or static anchors, this tool dynamically calculates and displays volume zones across both the upper and lower ends of a price range, revealing point-of-control (POC) levels, directional volume flow, and a fair value drift line that updates live with each candle.
Youโre not just looking at volume anymore. Youโre dissecting whoโs in control โ and at what price.
โช In simple terms:
Upper Zone = The upper portion of the price range, showing concentrated volume activity โ typically where selling or distribution may occur
Lower Zone = The lower portion of the price range, highlighting areas of high volume โ often associated with buying or accumulation
POC Bin = The bin (price level) with the highest traded volume in the zone โ considered the most accepted price by the market
Fair Value Trend = A dynamic trend line tracking the average POC price over time โ visualizing the evolving fair value
Zone Labels = Display real-time breakdown of buy/sell volume within each zone and inside the POC โ revealing whoโs in control
โ How It Works
โช Volume Zones
Upper Zone: Anchored at the highest high in the lookback period
Lower Zone: Anchored at the lowest low in the lookback period
Width is user-defined via % of range
Each zone is divided into a series of volume bins
โช Volume Bins (Histograms)
Each zone is split into N bins that show how much volume occurred at each level:
Taller = More volume
The POC bin (Point of Control) is highlighted
Labels show % of volume in the POC relative to the whole zone
โช Buy vs Sell Breakdown
Each volume bin is split by:
Buy Volume = Close โฅ Open
Sell Volume = Close < Open
The script accumulates these and displays total Buy/Sell volume per zone.
โช Fair Value Drift Line
A POC trend is plotted over time:
Represents where volume was most active across each range
Color changes dynamically โ green for rising, red for falling
Serves as a real-time fair value anchor across changing market structure
โ How to Use
โช Identify Key Control Zones
Use Upper/Lower Zone structures to understand where supply and demand is building.
Zones automatically adapt to recent highs/lows and re-center volume accordingly.
โช Follow Institutional Activity
Watch for POC clustering near price tops or bottoms.
Large volumes near extremes may indicate accumulation or distribution.
โช Spot Fair Value Drift
The fair value trend line (average POC price) gives insight into market equilibrium.
One strategy can be to trade a re-test of the fair value trend, trades are taken in the direction of the current trend.
โ Understanding Buy & Sell Volume Labels (Zone Totals)
These labels show the total buy and sell volume accumulated within each zone over the selected lookback period:
Buy Vol (green label) โ Total volume where candles closed bullish
Sell Vol (red label) โ Total volume where candles closed bearish
Together, they tell you which side dominated:
Higher Buy Vol โ Bullish accumulation zone
Higher Sell Vol โ Bearish distribution zone
This gives a quick visual insight into who controlled the zone, helping you spot areas of demand or supply imbalance.
โ Understanding POC Volume Labels
The POC (Point of Control) represents the price level where the most volume occurred within the zone. These labels break down that volume into:
Buy % โ How much of the volume was buying (price closed up)
Sell % โ How much was selling (price closed down)
Total % โ How much of the entire zoneโs volume happened at the POC
Use it to spot strong demand or supply zones:
High Buy % + High Total % โ Strong buying interest = likely support
High Sell % + High Total % โ Strong selling pressure = likely resistance
It gives a deeper look into who was in control at the most important price level.
โ Why Itโs Useful
Track where fair value is truly forming
Detect aggressive volume accumulation or dumping
Visually split buyer/seller control at the most relevant price levels
Adapt volume structures to current trend direction
โ Settings Explained
Lookback Period: Number of bars to scan for highs/lows. Higher = smoother zones, Lower = reactive.
Zone Width (% of Range): Controls how much of the range is used to define each zone. Higher = broader zones.
Bins per Zone: Number of volume slices per zone. Higher = more detail, but heavier on resources.
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Disclaimer
The content provided in my scripts, indicators, ideas, algorithms, and systems is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice, investment recommendations, or a solicitation to buy or sell any financial instruments. I will not accept liability for any loss or damage, including without limitation any loss of profit, which may arise directly or indirectly from the use of or reliance on such information.
All investments involve risk, and the past performance of a security, industry, sector, market, financial product, trading strategy, backtest, or individual's trading does not guarantee future results or returns. Investors are fully responsible for any investment decisions they make. Such decisions should be based solely on an evaluation of their financial circumstances, investment objectives, risk tolerance, and liquidity needs.
Liquidity Heatmap Concepts [sma] Overview
Liquidity Heatmap Concepts is a sophisticated visualization tool that maps potential liquidation zones for leveraged positions across multiple timeframes. It calculates and displays where high-volume liquidations might occur at various leverage levels (25x, 50x, 100x, 150x), helping traders identify potential support/resistance zones created by cascading liquidations. Additionally, it includes a quarterly volume profile to show historical price distribution and Point of Control levels.
### Volume-Based Trigger System
Lines are only drawn when volume exceeds a threshold:
1. Calculates 14-period simple moving average of volume
2. Applies configurable multiplier (default 1.2x) to determine significance
3. Only plots liquidation levels when current volume > (Volume SMA ร Multiplier)
4. This filters out low-volume noise and focuses on meaningful zones
### Visual Intensity System
The indicator uses a gradient coloring system based on relative volume:
- **Peak Volume (White)**: When current bar has maximum volume in the dataset
- Line width: 3 pixels
- Brightest color intensity
- **Above Average Volume**: Volume exceeds average but isn't peak
- Line width: 2 pixels
- Medium color intensity
- **Standard Volume**: Exceeds threshold but below average
- Line width: 1 pixel
- Base color intensity
### Line Extension & Management
- Lines extend horizontally to the right until price crosses them
- Automatic cleanup removes lines after maximum count (default 500)
- Lines persist until invalidated by price action crossing the level
- Oldest lines are removed first when limit is reached
### Quarterly Volume Profile
An optional fixed-range volume profile that:
1. **Automatic Quarter Detection**: Identifies Q1 (Jan-Mar), Q2 (Apr-Jun), Q3 (Jul-Sep), Q4 (Oct-Dec)
2. **Price Distribution Analysis**: Divides the quarter's price range into configurable rows (default 20)
3. **Volume Aggregation**: Accumulates volume at each price level throughout the quarter
4. **POC Identification**: Highlights the price level with highest volume (Point of Control)
5. **Value Area**: Shows the price range containing 70% (configurable) of total volume
6. **Profile Drawing**: At the start of each new quarter, draws the previous quarter's profile as horizontal bars
The volume profile can be positioned on either left or right side of the quarter range with adjustable width.
## Key Features
- **Multi-Leverage Display**: Toggle between 25x, 50x, 100x, and 150x leverage levels independently
- **Dual Side Tracking**: Separate visualization for long and short liquidation zones
- **Volume-Weighted Importance**: Visual intensity correlates with volume significance
- **Gradient Coloring**: Color intensity reflects relative volume magnitude
- **Smart Line Management**: Automatic cleanup prevents chart clutter
- **Historical Context**: Quarterly volume profile shows where price spent most time
- **Fully Customizable**: All colors, thresholds, and display options are adjustable
- **HD Mode**: Uses absolute volume for more precise visualization
## Parameters
### Leverage Selection
- **25x, 50x, 100x, 150x Toggles**: Enable/disable specific leverage levels
- Each level can be controlled independently
### Volume Configuration
- **Minimum Volume Multiplier** (default 1.2): Threshold above volume SMA to trigger lines
- Higher values = fewer but more significant levels
- Lower values = more levels but increased noise
### Advanced Settings
- **Maximum Lines** (default 500, range 50-500): Memory management limit
- Controls how many historical liquidation lines are maintained
### Quarterly Volume Profile
- **Show Previous Q Volume Profile** (default on): Toggle profile visibility
- **Number of Rows** (default 20, range 10-50): Price distribution granularity
- **Profile Width** (default 30%): Visual width as percentage of quarter range
- **Value Area** (default 70%): Percentage of volume for value area calculation
- **Position** (Left/Right): Profile placement relative to quarter
- **Show Values** (default off): Display POC volume label
- **Colors**: Customizable base and POC colors
### Color Customization
- **Long Colors**: Individual colors for each leverage level (25x, 50x, 100x, 150x)
- **Short Colors**: Separate color scheme for short liquidation zones
- **VP Colors**: Base color and POC highlight color for volume profile
## Interpretation
### Liquidation Clusters
- **Dense Line Areas**: Multiple overlapping liquidation levels suggest strong magnetic zones
- **High-Volume Lines**: Brighter/thicker lines indicate more significant potential liquidations
- **Line Breaks**: Price crossing multiple liquidation lines may trigger cascade effects
### Trading Applications
- **Support/Resistance**: Liquidation clusters often act as temporary support/resistance
- **Stop Hunt Zones**: Areas where price may spike to trigger liquidations before reversing
- **Momentum Acceleration**: Breaking through dense clusters can indicate strong directional moves
- **Risk Management**: Avoid placing stops directly at obvious liquidation levels
### Volume Profile Usage
- **POC (Point of Control)**: Price level with highest volume - often acts as strong support/resistance
- **Value Area**: Where most trading activity occurred - indicates fair value range
- **Profile Shape**:
- Balanced profile (bell curve) = ranging market
- Skewed profile = trending market with acceptance at extremes
- **Profile Gaps**: Low volume areas suggest price may move quickly through these zones
### Combined Analysis
- Liquidation lines near quarterly POC create extra-strong zones
- Price returning to value area from outside often finds support/resistance
- Liquidation clusters at value area edges suggest potential reversal points
## Technical Implementation
This indicator features:
- **Custom Type Structures**: Uses type definitions for organized data storage
- `BarData`: Stores OHLCV and index information
- `LiquidityBin`: Manages arrays of line objects for each leverage level
- `VolumeProfileData`: Handles profile boxes, labels, and range data
- **Dynamic Line Objects**: Creates, updates, and deletes line primitives programmatically
- **Array-Based History**: Maintains volume history for gradient calculations
- **Intelligent Cleanup**: Automatic memory management prevents performance degradation
- **Mathematical Precision**: Leverage-based liquidation formulas ensure accurate price levels
- **Quarterly Aggregation**: Efficient volume accumulation with automatic period detection
- **Box Drawing System**: Dynamic profile visualization using box primitives
## Originality Statement
This indicator presents a unique approach to liquidity visualization:
- Implements leverage-specific liquidation price calculations based on mathematical formulas
- Uses volume-weighted gradient coloring system that adapts to relative volume significance
- Combines real-time liquidation mapping with historical volume profile analysis
- Features intelligent line lifecycle management with automatic extension and cleanup
- Integrates quarterly volume profile with configurable value area and POC detection
- Employs multi-layer visual hierarchy (line width + color intensity) for information density
- Uses custom data structures to efficiently manage hundreds of line objects simultaneously
The combination of mathematical liquidation pricing, volume-based filtering, gradient visualization, and quarterly volume distribution creates a comprehensive liquidity analysis tool.
## Best Practices
- Use on liquid markets (major cryptocurrencies, forex pairs) for best accuracy
- Lower timeframes (1m-15m) for day trading and scalping
- Higher timeframes (1h-4h) for swing trading context
- Combine with volume profile to identify high-probability reversal zones
- Watch for price reactions when approaching dense liquidation clusters
- Increase volume multiplier in choppy markets to reduce noise
- Reduce maximum lines on lower timeframes to maintain performance
- Use quarterly volume profile to understand longer-term fair value
## Important Notes
- Liquidation prices are estimates based on leverage ratios
- Actual exchange liquidation prices may vary due to:
- Maintenance margin requirements
- Mark price vs last price calculations
- Individual exchange liquidation engines
- Insurance fund mechanisms
- This tool shows potential zones, not guaranteed liquidation prices
- Volume profile resets each quarter automatically
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Works on all timeframes and asset classes. Designed for crypto/forex leverage markets. For educational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Extreme Zone Volume ProfileExtreme Zone Volume Profile (EZVP)
Originality & Innovation
The Extreme Zone Volume Profile (EZVP) revolutionizes traditional volume profile analysis by applying statistical zone classification to volume distribution. Unlike standard volume profiles that display raw volume data, EZVP segments the price range into statistically meaningful zones based on percentile thresholds, allowing traders to instantly identify where volume concentration suggests strong support/resistance versus areas of potential breakout.
Technical Methodology
Core Algorithm:
Distributes volume across user-defined bins (20-200) over a lookback period
Calculates volume-weighted price levels for each bin
Applies percentile-based zone classification to the price range (not volume ranking)
Zone B (extreme zones): Outer percentile tails representing potential rejection areas
Zone A (significant zones): Secondary percentile bands indicating strong interest levels
Center Zone: Bulk trading range where most price discovery occurs
Mathematical Foundation:
The script uses price-range percentiles rather than volume percentiles. If the total price range is divided into 100%, Zone B captures the extreme price tails (default 2.5% each end โ 2 standard deviations), Zone A captures the next significant bands (default 14% each โ 1 standard deviation), leaving the center for normal distribution trading.
Key Calculations:
POC (Point of Control): Price level with maximum volume accumulation
Volume-weighted mean price: Total volume ร price / total volume
Median price: Geometric center of the price range
Rightward-projected bars: Volume bars extend forward from current time to avoid historical chart clutter
Trading Applications
Zone Interpretation:
Zone B (Red/Green): Extreme price levels where volume suggests strong rejection potential. Price reaching these zones often indicates overextension and possible reversal points.
Zone A (Orange/Teal): Significant support/resistance areas with substantial volume interest. These levels often act as intermediate targets or consolidation zones.
Center (Gray): Fair value area where most trading occurs. Price tends to return to this range during normal market conditions.
Strategic Usage:
Reversal Trading: Look for rejection signals when price enters Zone B areas
Breakout Confirmation: Volume expansion beyond Zone B boundaries suggests genuine breakouts
Support/Resistance: Zone A boundaries often provide reliable entry/exit levels
Mean Reversion: Price tends to gravitate toward the volume-weighted mean and POC lines
Unique Value Proposition
EZVP addresses three key limitations of traditional volume profiles:
Visual Clarity: Standard profiles can be cluttered and difficult to interpret quickly. EZVP's color-coded zones provide instant visual feedback about price significance.
Statistical Framework: Rather than relying on subjective interpretation of volume nodes, EZVP applies objective percentile-based classification, making support/resistance identification more systematic.
Forward-Looking Display: Rightward-projecting bars keep historical price action clean while maintaining current market structure visibility.
Configuration Guide
Lookback Period (10-1000): Controls the historical depth of volume calculation. Shorter periods for intraday scalping, longer for swing trading.
Number of Bins (20-200): Resolution of volume distribution. Higher values provide more granular analysis but may create noise on lower timeframes.
Zone Percentages:
Zone B: Extreme threshold (default 2.5% = ~2ฯ statistical significance)
Zone A: Significant threshold (default 14% = ~1ฯ statistical significance)
Visual Controls: Toggle individual elements (POC, median, mean, zone lines) to customize display complexity for your trading style.
Technical Requirements
Pine Script v6 compatible
Maximum bars back: 5000 (ensures sufficient historical data)
Maximum boxes: 500 (supports high-resolution bin counts)
Maximum lines: 50 (accommodates all zone and reference lines)
This indicator synthesizes volume profile theory with statistical zone analysis, providing a quantitative framework for identifying high-probability support/resistance levels based on volume distribution patterns rather than arbitrary price levels.
Volume Profile (PRO) [ActiveQuants]The Volume Profile (PRO) indicator is an advanced analytical tool designed to provide traders with a deep understanding of market dynamics by displaying trading activity across different price levels over a specified period. By meticulously plotting volume distribution , this indicator helps identify significant price zones, such as areas of high acceptance ( High Volume Nodes - HVNs ), rejection ( Low Volume Nodes - LVNs ), Volume Peaks Clusters , Volume Troughs Clusters , the Point of Control (POC) , and the Value Area (VA) . This insight is crucial for spotting potential support/resistance levels, assessing market sentiment, and making more informed trading decisions.
This indicator operates on the principle that price levels with higher traded volume hold greater significance, often acting as pivotal points for future price movements. Conversely, areas with low volume typically indicate less agreement on price, leading to quicker price transitions. The Volume Profile (PRO) offers extensive customization to tailor the analysis to your specific needs and trading style.
โ KEY FEATURES
Comprehensive Volume Analysis: Visualize volume distribution horizontally, revealing key price levels based on actual traded volume.
Dynamic Profile Calculation: Uses a rolling lookback period to keep the profile relevant to recent price action.
Point of Control (POC): Automatically identifies and plots the price level with the highest traded volume within the profile period. Available as a "Regular" (fixed for the current profile) or "Developing" line that tracks its evolution bar-by-bar.
Value Area (VA): Highlights the price range where a specified percentage (typically 70%) of the total volume was traded. Also available as "Regular" or "Developing" VAH (Value Area High) and VAL (Value Area Low) lines.
High and Low Volume Nodes (HVNs & LVNs): Option to automatically detect and highlight a specified number of the highest volume concentration zones (HVNs) and lowest volume zones (LVNs) within the profile. These are crucial for identifying support/resistance and areas of potential quick price movement.
Volume Peaks and Troughs Detection: Identify statistically significant high-volume (Peaks) and low-volume (Troughs) rows relative to their neighbors, either as single rows or clusters. These can pinpoint precise levels of interest.
Multiple Volume Display Types: Choose to display volume as:
- Up/Down: Shows buying and selling volume side-by-side for each row.
- Total: Shows the aggregate volume for each row.
- Delta: Shows the difference between buying and selling volume for each row, highlighting imbalances.
Extensive Customization: Fine-tune lookback period, number of rows, profile width, horizontal placement, Value Area percentage, colors for all elements, and specific parameters for node/peak/trough detection.
Visual Enhancements:
- Optional gradient colors for volume bars.
- Display volume figures directly on rows.
- Background shading for the Value Area and the entire Profile range.
- Price labels for POC, VAH, VAL, Profile High, and Profile Low.
Integrated Alert System: Pre-built alert conditions for critical volume profile events. (See section on "โ SETTING UP ALERTS " for more details).
โ USER INPUTS
The settings panel is organized into distinct sections:
- Calculation Settings:
Lookback: Number of most recent bars for profile calculation.
Number of Rows: Resolution of the volume profile.
Profile Width: Relative horizontal length of the volume bars.
Horizontal Offset: Horizontal positioning of the profile.
Value Area (%): Percentage of volume to include in the Value Area.
Volume: Display type ("Up/Down", "Total", "Delta").
Profile Placement: "Right" or "Left" side of the chart.
- Appearance:
Volume Profile On/Off: Toggle visibility of the entire profile.
Rows Border Width & Color: Customize the outline of volume rows.
Gradient Colors: Enable/disable gradient coloring for volume bars.
Row Volume: Display numerical volume on each row.
VAH (Value Area High): Display type ("None", "Regular", "Developing"), Color, Price Label, Line Width.
VAL (Value Area Low): Display type ("None", "Regular", "Developing"), Color, Price Label, Line Width.
Profile High Price Label & Color: Toggle and customize.
Profile Low Price Label & Color: Toggle and customize.
Value Area Up/Down Color: Colors for up/down volume within VA.
Profile Up/Down Color: Colors for up/down volume outside VA.
Total Volume Color: For "Total" volume display type.
Delta Volume Positive/Negative Color: For "Delta" volume display type.
POC (Point of Control): Display type ("None", "Regular", "Developing"), Color, Line Width, Price Label.
Value Area Background & Color: Enable and customize VA background shading.
Profile Background & Color: Enable and customize profile range background shading.
Volume Nodes:
Highest Volume Nodes & Color: Number of HVNs to highlight and their color.
Lowest Volume Nodes & Color: Number of LVNs to highlight and their color.
Volume Peaks: Detection type ("None", "Single Row", "Cluster"), Color.
Compared Neighbors (Peaks): Number of neighboring rows to compare against for peak detection.
Minimum Peak Ratio (Peaks): Volume ratio required for a row to be considered a peak.
Volume Troughs: Detection type ("None", "Single Row", "Cluster"), Color.
Compared Neighbors (Troughs): Number of neighboring rows to compare against for trough detection.
Minimum Trough Ratio (Troughs): Volume ratio required for a row to be considered a trough.
โ SETTING UP ALERTS
The Volume Profile (PRO) indicator comes with a comprehensive set of pre-configured alert conditions to notify you of key market events related to volume structure. To set up an alert:
Click the " Alert " button (clock icon) on TradingView's right-hand toolbar or top panel.
In the " Condition " dropdown, select " Volume Profile (PRO) ".
A second dropdown will appear, allowing you to choose from the following specific alert conditions built into the script:
- POC Price Change: Triggers when the Point of Control price level changes.
- POC Crossover: Triggers when the closing price crosses over the POC line and is now above it.
- POC Crossunder: Triggers when the closing price crosses under the POC line and is now below it.
- Close Inside Value Area: Triggers when the closing price enters the Value Area.
- Close Outside Value Area: Triggers when the closing price exits the Value Area.
- Close Inside High Volume Node: Triggers when the closing price enters a detected High Volume Node.
- Close Inside Low Volume Node: Triggers when the closing price enters a detected Low Volume Node.
- Close Inside Volume Peak: Triggers when the closing price enters a detected Volume Peak row.
- Close Inside Volume Peak Cluster: Triggers when the closing price enters the area of a Volume Peak cluster.
- Close Inside Volume Trough: Triggers when the closing price enters a detected Volume Trough row.
- Close Inside Volume Trough Cluster: Triggers when the closing price enters the area of a Volume Trough cluster.
Choose your preferred " Trigger " option:
- " Only Once ": The alert triggers the first time the condition is met.
- " Once Per Bar Close ": ( Recommended for most profile signals ) The alert triggers only after the current bar closes if the condition was true on that closed bar. This ensures signals are based on confirmed price action.
Customize the alert name, message, and notification preferences.
Click " Create ".
โ STRATEGY EXAMPLES
The following examples are for illustrative purposes only to demonstrate how the Volume Profile (PRO) can be used. They are not financial advice. Always conduct thorough backtesting and research.
1. POC as Dynamic Support/Resistance
Goal: Identify potential bounces or rejections from the Point of Control.
Setup: Enable "POC Line" (Regular or Developing) and observe price interaction.
Entry (Long):
- Price approaches the POC from above and shows signs of holding (e.g., bullish candlestick patterns, deceleration).
- Enter on confirmation of support at the POC.
Entry (Short):
- Price approaches the POC from below and shows signs of rejection (e.g., bearish candlestick patterns).
- Enter on confirmation of resistance at the POC.
Management: Stop-loss beyond the recent swing pivot or the POC itself after a confirmed break. Target the next significant volume node (HVN/LVN) or Value Area boundary.
2. Trading Low Volume Nodes (LVNs) as "Vacuum Zones"
Goal: Capitalize on rapid price movement through LVNs and their potential to become support/resistance once traversed.
Setup: Enable "Lowest Volume Nodes" to identify LVNs.
Entry (Long):
- Price breaks decisively above an LVN.
- Look for a retest of the top of the LVN as support. Enter long on confirmation.
Entry (Short):
- Price breaks decisively below an LVN.
- Look for a retest of the bottom of the LVN as resistance. Enter short on confirmation.
Concept: Price is expected to move quickly through LVNs (volume vacuum). Once price has passed through an LVN, that area of prior low acceptance can act as a new support/resistance zone.
Management: Stop-loss beyond the retested LVN. Target the next HVN or significant price level.
โ CONCLUSION
The Volume Profile (PRO) indicator offers a sophisticated and highly customizable approach to volume analysis. By providing clear visualizations of POC, Value Area, HVNs, LVNs, and Volume Peaks/Troughs, along with integrated alerts and developing levels, this tool empowers traders to identify critical price zones, understand market structure, and develop more nuanced trading strategies. Whether you're looking for precise entry points, areas of support and resistance, or confirmation of market sentiment, this Volume Profile indicator is an invaluable addition to your technical analysis toolkit.
โ IMPORTANT NOTES
โ Lookback vs. Calculated Bars Relationship: The value set in the " Lookback " input ( Calculation Settings ) must be less than half of the number of bars the indicator is set to calculate on your chart (referred to as " Calculated bars " in the script, typically controlled by TradingView's historical data loading or a calc_bars_count setting within the script's indicator() declaration โ in this script, it is 1200 bars by default). For example, if "Calculated bars" is 1200, your Lookback should be less than 600. The default Lookback of 500 respects this. Setting a Lookback too high relative to available calculated bars can lead to errors or incorrect profile rendering.
โ Parameter Optimization: The default settings are starting points. Always adjust indicator parameters (Lookback, Number of Rows, VA%, etc.) based on the specific asset, its volatility, and the timeframe you are trading. Thorough backtesting is crucial.
โ Context is Key: Volume Profile is powerful, but its signals are best interpreted within the broader market context (trend, news, other technical indicators).
โ Lookback vs. Profile Stability: A shorter lookback makes the profile very responsive to recent action but less stable. A longer lookback provides more stable levels but may lag in fast-moving markets.
โ Number of Rows: Higher row counts offer more granularity but can impact performance and may show too much noise. Lower row counts offer a broader view but may obscure finer details.
โ Alert Confirmation: Using " Once Per Bar Close " for alerts is generally recommended to ensure signals are based on confirmed price action.
โ RISK DISCLAIMER
Trading involves a substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for all investors. The Volume Profile (PRO) indicator is provided for educational and informational purposes only . It does NOT constitute financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any asset. Indicator signals identify potential patterns based on historical data but do not guarantee future price movements or profitability. Always conduct your own thorough research, utilize multiple sources of information, and implement robust risk management practices before making any trading decisions. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
๐ Happy trading! ๐
Accumulation And Distribution Zones (Zeiierman)โ Overview
Accumulation And Distribution Zones (Zeiierman) is a structural zone indicator that highlights where the market has recently been absorbing sell pressure (Accumulation) or releasing buy pressure (Distribution).
The indicator tracks a refined sequence of swing highs and lows and measures how these swings tighten, expand, or step directionally. When they form staircase-style structures such as higher lows with compressing highs for Accumulation or lower highs with compressing lows for Distribution, the script marks these areas as shifts in market control.
Once the full pattern completes, the indicator converts it into an Accumulation or Distribution zone. Each zone is based on a confirmed structural sequence rather than a single point, making it more reliable and reflective of actual market behavior.
The indicator can also display a mini-volume profile within each zone and extend POC levels forward, showing where trading activity clustered most. Combined, these features reveal areas where price has recently shown acceptance, absorption, or rejection, helping you understand whether current price action is reacting to, breaking from, or retesting these important structural regions.
โ How It Works
โช Swing Structure
The indicator builds its foundation by detecting swing highs and lows using a configurable Swing Detection Window. Each confirmed swing is stored with its price, time, bar index, and direction. If two consecutive swings share the same direction, only the more extreme one is kept. This produces a clean structural sequence that removes noise and keeps only meaningful turning points.
โช Accumulation vs Distribution Pattern Logic
Using the refined swing sequence, the script looks for staircase-style formations that signal shifts in control:
Accumulation (bottoming): higher lows combined with compressing highs.
Distribution (topping): lower highs combined with compressing lows.
Two detection modes are available:
Quick for compact 4-swing formations
Slow for broader 6-swing structures
When a full structural pattern completes, the indicator marks the zone and resets the swing buffer for the next formation.
โช Volume Profile Construction
The price range between the zoneโs upper and lower boundary is divided into several Rows. For every bar within the zoneโs swing range, the barโs volume is added to the appropriate price row.
Volume is classified as:
Bullish volume when close > open
Bearish volume when close < open
Each row is drawn as two horizontal segments (bull and bear), colored with smooth gradients based on your bull/bear color settings. This creates a compact profile that reveals where trading activity is concentrated inside the zone and whether buyers or sellers dominate those price levels.
โ How to Use
The indicator is designed to provide context and confluence, not raw buy/sell signals.
โช Spot Fresh Accumulation & Distribution
Use newly printed zones as a map of where the market has recently:
Absorbed selling and formed a floor (Accumulation below price).
Absorbed buying and formed a cap (Distribution above price).
In a trending environment, fresh accumulation zones below price are often areas to watch for pullbacks, while distribution zones above price can act as sell zones or targets.
โช Volume Profile
Longer horizontal bars show where the market traded the most volume inside the zone.
Bull-leaning rows inside an accumulation zone often signal strong buying interest during the formation.
Bear-leaning rows inside a distribution zone highlight concentrated selling pressure.
By combining this volume distribution with the zone label and the broader trend context, you can judge whether the structure is more likely to hold, break, or retest as the price approaches it again.
โช POC (Point of Control) Trading
Extended POC zones (Regular or Faded) can be treated as dynamic support/resistance rails:
When price revisits a prior accumulation POC and rejects it from above, the level may act as support. When price retests a distribution POC from below and fails to break through, it can act as resistance.
โช Combine with Your Own Strategy
The script does not decide direction for you. You get the most value by combining it with:
Your own trend filters (moving averages, higher timeframe structure, volatility measures).
Your preferred entry models (reversal candles, momentum breaks, liquidity grabs, etc.).
Higher-timeframe mapping.
Think of this tool as a map of where the market did meaningful business. You decide how to trade around those areas.
โ Settings
Acc/Dist Ranges โ Master switch for drawing all Accumulation and Distribution zones. Turn this off to temporarily hide boxes while leaving supporting logic active.
Pattern โ Shows or hides the swing-based pattern outline that formed each zone. Good for structural debugging and education.
Pattern Sensitivity
Quick โ more responsive, detects smaller compact structures.
Slow โ stricter, focuses on wider and more established zones.
Swing Detection Window โ Pivot width used to confirm swing highs and lows. Larger values filter noise and produce bigger zones; smaller values pick up more minor structures.
Volume Profile โ Enables the embedded volume profile inside each zone.
Rows โ Number of price slices used to aggregate volume in the zone. Higher values give more detail but increase visual density.
Switch Order โ Flips the horizontal order of bull vs bear volume segments within each row.
Extend Zones โ Behaviour of POC and zone extension:
None โ No forward extension.
Faded Zones โ Store and draw up to four past POC zones as faded horizontal levels.
Regular Zones โ Extend POC boxes forward until price breaks out.
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Disclaimer
The content provided in my scripts, indicators, ideas, algorithms, and systems is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice, investment recommendations, or a solicitation to buy or sell any financial instruments. I will not accept liability for any loss or damage, including without limitation any loss of profit, which may arise directly or indirectly from the use of or reliance on such information.
All investments involve risk, and the past performance of a security, industry, sector, market, financial product, trading strategy, backtest, or individual's trading does not guarantee future results or returns. Investors are fully responsible for any investment decisions they make. Such decisions should be based solely on an evaluation of their financial circumstances, investment objectives, risk tolerance, and liquidity needs.
