LANZ Strategy 3.0 [Backtest]🔷 LANZ Strategy 3.0 — Asian Range Fibonacci Scalping Strategy
LANZ Strategy 3.0 is a precision-engineered backtesting tool tailored for intraday traders who rely on the Asian session range to determine directional bias. This strategy implements dynamic Fibonacci projections and strict time-window validation to simulate a clean and disciplined trading environment.
🧠 Core Components:
Asian Range Bias Definition: Direction is established between 01:15–02:15 a.m. NY time based on the candle’s close in relation to the midpoint of the Asian session range (18:00–01:15 NY).
Limit Order Execution: Only one trade is placed daily, using a limit order at the Asian range high (for sells) or low (for buys), between 01:15–08:00 a.m. NY.
Fibonacci-Based TP/SL:
Original Mode: TP = 2.25x range, SL = 0.75x range.
Optimized Mode: TP = 1.95x range, SL = 0.65x range.
No Trade After 08:00 NY: If the limit order is not executed before 08:00 a.m. NY, it is canceled.
Fallback Logic at 02:15 NY: If the market direction misaligns with the setup at 02:15 a.m., the system re-evaluates and can re-issue the order.
End-of-Day Closure: All positions are closed at 15:45 NY if still open.
📊 Backtest-Ready Design:
Entries and exits are executed using strategy.entry() and strategy.exit() functions.
Position size is fixed via capital risk allocation ($100 per trade by default).
Only one position can be active at a time, ensuring controlled risk.
📝 Notes:
This strategy is ideal for assets sensitive to the Asian/London session overlap, such as Forex pairs and indices.
Easily switch between Fibonacci versions using a single dropdown input.
Fully deterministic: all entries are based on pre-defined conditions and time constraints.
👤 Credits:
Strategy developed by rau_u_lanz using Pine Script v6. Built for traders who favor clean sessions, directional clarity, and consistent execution using time-based logic and Fibonacci projections.
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multi-tf standard devs [keypoems]Multi-Timeframe Standard Deviations Levels
A visual map of “how far is too far” across any three higher time-frames.
1. What it does
This script plots dynamic price “rails” built from standard deviation (StDev)—the same math that underpins the bell curve—on up to three higher-time-frames (HTFs) at once.
• It measures the volatility of intraday open-to-close increments, reaching back as far as 5000 bars (≈ 20 years on daily data).
• Each HTF can be extended to the next session or truncated at session close for tidy dashboards.
• Lines can be mirrored so you see symmetric positive/negative bands, and optional background fills shade the “probability cone.”
Because ≈ 68 % of moves live inside ±1 StDev, ≈ 95 % inside ±2, and ≈ 99.7 % inside ±3, the plot instantly shows when price is statistically stretched or compressed.
3. Key settings
Higher Time-Frame #1-3 Turn each HTF on/off, pick the interval (anything from 1 min to 1 year), and decide whether lines should extend into the next period.
Show levels for last X days Keep your chart clean by limiting how many historical sessions are displayed (1-50).
Based on last X periods Length of the StDev sample. Long look-backs (e.g. 5 000) iron-out day-to-day noise; short look-backs make the bands flex with recent volatility.
Fib Settings Toggle each multiple, line thickness/style/colour, label size, whether to print the numeric level, the live price, the HTF label, and whether to tint the background (choose your own opacity).
4. Under-the-hood notes
StDev is calculated on (close – open) / open rather than absolute prices, making the band width scale-agnostic.
Watch for tests of ±1:
Momentum traders ride the breakout with a target at the next band.
Mean-reversion traders wait for the first stall candle and trade back to zero line or VWAP.
Bottom line: Multi-Timeframe Standard-Deviations turns raw volatility math into an intuitive “price terrain map,” helping you instantly judge whether a move is ordinary, stretched, or extreme—across the time-frames that matter to you.
Original code by fadizeidan and stats by NQStats's ProbableChris.
Opening Range BreakoutOPENING RANGE BREAKOUT (ORB) INDICATOR
DESCRIPTION
The Opening Range Breakout indicator is a powerful technical analysis tool designed specifically for US equity markets. It identifies and visualizes the opening range established during the first configurable minutes of each trading day (starting at 9:30 AM EST), then provides clear signals when price breaks out of or rejects from these key levels.
This indicator combines multiple timeframe analysis capabilities with precise breakout detection to help traders identify high-probability trading opportunities based on opening range dynamics.
KEY FEATURES
Configurable Opening Range:
• Set opening range duration from 5 minutes to 4 hours
• Automatically adjusts calculations based on your chart timeframe
• Works on any timeframe (1m, 5m, 15m, 1h, etc.)
Multi-Day Range Display:
• Shows up to 50 days of historical opening ranges
• Each day's range properly contained within its trading session
• Range lines extend from market open (9:30 AM) to market close (4:00 PM EST)
Clear Signal System:
• Green arrows (⬆): Bullish breakouts and rejections
• Red arrows (⬇): Bearish breakouts and rejections
• Two signal types: Close breakouts (normal size) and wick rejections (small size)
Visual Range Highlighting:
• Opening range period highlighted with colored box
• Customizable colors for range fill, borders, and midline
• Clean, professional appearance with configurable line styles
SIGNAL TYPES
Bullish Signals (Green ⬆):
1. Close Breakout Above Range (Normal Size): 5-minute candle closes above the opening range high
2. Wick Rejection from Below (Small Size): Price wicks below the opening range low but closes back inside the range
Bearish Signals (Red ⬇):
1. Close Breakout Below Range (Normal Size): 5-minute candle closes below the opening range low
2. Wick Rejection from Above (Small Size): Price wicks above the opening range high but closes back inside the range
CONFIGURATION OPTIONS
Range Settings:
• Opening Range Minutes: Duration of opening range (default: 30 minutes)
• Lookback Days: Number of historical days to display (default: 20 days)
Visual Customization:
• Range Color: Fill color for the opening range area
• Border Color: Color for range high/low lines
• Midline Color: Color for the range midpoint line
• Opening Range Highlight Color: Color for the opening period box
• Line Style: Solid, Dashed, or Dotted lines
• Line Width: 1-4 pixel width options
Display Options:
• Show Midline: Toggle midpoint line display
• Show Range Labels: Toggle price level labels
• Arrow Distance: Adjust arrow positioning (0.1-2.0%)
USAGE GUIDE
Basic Setup:
1. Add the indicator to your chart (works best on 5-minute timeframe)
2. Configure your preferred opening range duration (15m, 30m, or 60m are popular choices)
3. Adjust lookback days based on your analysis needs
4. Customize colors and line styles to match your chart theme
Trading Applications:
Breakout Trading:
• Long Entry: Green arrow (close breakout above range) + confirmation
• Short Entry: Red arrow (close breakout below range) + confirmation
• Stop Loss: Opposite side of the opening range
• Target: 1-2x the range size or key support/resistance levels
Range Rejection Trading:
• Reversal Setups: Small arrows indicate failed breakouts
• Mean Reversion: Trade back toward range midline
• Support/Resistance: Use range levels as key price zones
Multi-Day Analysis:
• Identify recurring support/resistance levels
• Analyze range expansion/contraction patterns
• Compare current day's activity to recent history
BEST PRACTICES
1. Timeframe Selection: 5-minute charts provide optimal signal clarity
2. Range Duration: 30-minute opening range is most commonly used, but adjust based on:
- Market volatility
- Stock characteristics
- Trading style preference
3. Confirmation: Use additional indicators or price action for trade confirmation
4. Risk Management: Always use appropriate position sizing and stop losses
MARKET SESSIONS
The indicator is specifically designed for US equity markets:
• Market Open: 9:30 AM EST
• Market Close: 4:00 PM EST
• Opening Range: Calculated from market open
• Range Lines: Extend throughout the trading day only
PERFORMANCE NOTES
• Optimized for real-time trading with minimal lag
• Automatically manages memory by cleaning old ranges
• Efficiently handles multiple timeframes and range calculations
KNOWN ISSUES & WORKAROUNDS
Historical Buffer Error:
Issue: Occasionally, you may encounter an error: "The requested historical offset (XXX) is beyond the historical buffer's limit (770)"
Workaround:
1. Switch to a different timeframe temporarily
2. Switch back to your original timeframe
3. The indicator will reload and function normally
This is a Pine Script limitation related to historical data access and doesn't affect the indicator's core functionality.
COMPATIBILITY
• Pine Script Version: v6
• Chart Types: All chart types supported
• Timeframes: All timeframes (optimized for 1m-1h)
• Markets: Designed for US equity markets during regular trading hours
TIPS FOR MAXIMUM EFFECTIVENESS
1. Combine with Volume: High volume on breakouts increases reliability
2. Market Context: Consider overall market direction and volatility
3. News Awareness: Be cautious around earnings and major announcements
4. Range Quality: Wider ranges often provide better breakout opportunities
5. Time of Day: Early breakouts (first 1-2 hours) often have higher follow-through
This indicator is provided for educational and informational purposes. Always conduct your own analysis and manage risk appropriately.
ryantrad3s session highs and lowsThis indicator allows you find London Session and Asia Session highs and lows without marking them yourself. This indicator can also help you find good draws on liquidity for the day and potential highs and lows you can target during that trading day. I recommend trading NQ and ES with this indicator because that's what I seen it work best with. The blue lines are London Session high and low and the red lines are Asia Session high and low. Hope this can save you time marking out your chart before market open.
Prev-Day High-Low Box 09:30-15:30This indicator plots a visual range box for the previous day's regular trading session, based specifically on 09:30 AM to 3:30 PM market hours (Eastern Time by default).
Features:
Automatically detects each new trading day
Draws a box from the previous day’s high to low
Box extends into the current session for a set number of bars (default: 160)
Labels mark the previous high and previous low individually
Clean and minimal — only one box and label set is drawn at a time
Works on intraday timeframes (1min, 5min, 15min, etc.)
Use it to:
Identify zones of interest from the last session
Watch for breakouts, reversals, or mean reversion setups
Combine with VWAP, moving averages, or price action for added context
This tool is handy for day traders and scalpers who want to map out the structure of prior sessions during live trading hours.
Multi VWAPsMulti VWAPs Inspired by Biran Shannon and his book:
"MAXIMUM TRADING GAINS WITH ANCHORED VWAP . The Perfect Combination of Price, Time & Volume."
(ISBN 9798986868004)
A comprehensive VWAP (Volume Weighted Average Price) indicator that combines multiple timeframes and sessions in one view. Perfect for day trading and swing trading across different markets.
Features:
• Multiple VWAP Timeframes:
- Daily VWAP
- Weekly VWAP
- Monthly VWAP
- Quarterly VWAP
- Yearly VWAP
• Session-specific VWAPs:
- London Session (3:00 AM - 11:30 AM NY time)
- New York Session (9:30 AM - 4:00 PM NY time)
• Additional Indicators:
- Midnight Price Line (Previous day's closing price)
- 5-Day Moving Average
- 50-Day Moving Average
• Customization Options:
- Toggle individual VWAPs and indicators
- Customize colors for each component
- Adjustable label positioning
- MA smoothing settings
- Option to show/hide previous day's midnight price
• Smart Features:
- Auto-adjusting calculations based on timeframe
- Clear session boundaries
- Optimized for all chart timeframes
- Clean label system
Perfect for:
• Day traders tracking multiple timeframe momentum
• Swing traders using longer-term VWAPs
• Session traders focusing on London/NY hours
• Multi-timeframe analysis
• Price action trading with VWAP support/resistance
This indicator combines essential trading tools in one clean interface, helping you make informed decisions without cluttering your chart.
timer/tr/atr [keypoems]Session and Instant Volatility Ticker
What it actually does:
- Session ATR – Reports the historical (e.g. “0200-0600”) average true range of the past x sessions, reports the +1Stdev value.
- Real-time ATR feed – streams the current ATR value every tick.
- Ticker line – Sess. ATR +1Stdev | Current ATR | Previous TR | 🕒 Time-left-in-bar |
Think of it as a volatility check: a single glance tells you if the average candle size is compatible with your usual stop or not.
Open Source.
cc AJGB Candle Range Finder with TableOverview:
The "cc AJGB Candle Range Finder with Table" is a versatile Pine Script indicator designed to identify and visualize price ranges within the 1 minute charts based on UTC+2 Time Zone. Unlike traditional range indicators, it offers three unique calculation methods to define ranges based on minute and hour interactions, displays ranges as boxes with labeled point values, and summarizes average range sizes in a customizable table. This tool is ideal for analyzing price ranges of specific time based ranges.
Features:
Customizable Time Range: Users specify a start and end minute (0-59) to define the range period (e.g., 29th to 35th minute).
Three Calculation Methods:
Minute Only: Uses the minute of each bar to identify ranges (e.g., matches user-specified minutes).
Minute - Hour: Adjusts the minute by subtracting the hour, allowing for dynamic range detection across hourly cycles.
Minute + Hour: Combines minute and hour values for a unique range calculation, useful for specific intraday patterns.
Visual Output: Draws boxes around detected ranges, with labels showing the start/end minutes and range size in points.
Summary Table: Displays the average range size (in points) for each method, with customizable position, colors, and text size.
How It Works:
The indicator evaluates each bar’s timestamp in (UTC+2 ONLY) to match user-specified minutes using one or more selected methods. When a start minute is detected, it tracks the high and low prices until the end minute, drawing a box to highlight the range and labeling it with the range size in points. A table summarizes the average range size for each method, helping traders assess typical price movements during the specified period.
Market Analysis: Compare range sizes across different methods to understand intraday volatility patterns.
Settings Customization: Adjust colors, table position, and label sizes to suit your chart preferences.
Settings:
Range to Find: Set start and end minutes.
Range Selection: Enable/disable each method and customize colors.
Range Label Size: Choose label size (Tiny to Huge).
Table Settings: Configure table position (Top, Bottom, Left, Right), sub-position, text size, and colors.
Notes:
Only works on 1 minute charts
The indicator works best using Start Times that are lower than the End Times.
Ensure the chart is set to UTC+2 Time Zone for accurate range detection.
Why It’s Unique:
Unlike standard range indicators that focus on sessions or fixed periods, this tool allows precise minute-based range detection with three distinct calculation methods, offering flexibility for data gathering. The interactive table provides quick insights into average range sizes.
Adaptive ATR Limits█ OVERVIEW
This indicator plots adaptive ATR limits for intraday trading. A key feature of this indicator, which makes it different from other ATR limit indicators, is that the top and bottom ATR limit lines are always exactly one ATR apart from each other (in "auto" mode; there is also a "basic" mode, which plots the limits in the more traditional way—i.e., one ATR above the low and one ATR below the high at all times—and this can be used for comparison).
█ FEATURES
Provides an algorithm to plot the most reasonable intraday ATR top/bottom limits based on currently available information
Dynamically adapts limits as the price evolves during the day
Works correctly and consistently on both RTH and ETH charts
Has a user-selected ADR mode to base the limits on ADR instead of ATR
Option to include the current pre-market and previous day's post-market range in the calculation
Configurable ATR/ADR averaging length
Provides a visual smoothing option
Provides an information box showing the current numerical ATR/ADR values
Reasonable defaults that work well if the user changes nothing
Well-documented, high-quality, open-source code for those interested
█ HOW TO USE
At a minimum, there is nothing that needs to be set. The defaults work well. The ATR top line (red, configurable) gives you the most reasonable move given the currently available information. The line will move away from the price as the price approaches it; that is normal—it is reacting to new information. This happens until the ATR bottom limit hits the lower of the daily low and the previous day's close (in ATR mode). The ATR bottom line (green, configurable) works the same way, with reversed logic.
There is an option to use ADR instead of ATR. The ATR includes the previous day's RTH close in the range, whereas ADR does not. Another option allows the user to add the current day's pre-market range or the previous day's post-market into the current day's range, which has an effect if either of those went outside of today's RTH range, plus yesterday's RTH close (in the default ATR mode). Pre-market and post-market range is not typically included in the daily true range, so only change it if you really know you want it.
█ CONCEPTS
Most traditional ATR limit indicators plot the top ATR limit one ATR above the current daily low, and the bottom ATR limit one ATR below the current daily high. This indicator can also do that (in "basic" mode), but its value lies in its default "auto" mode, which uses an algorithm to dynamically adapt the ATR limits throughout the day, keeping them one ATR apart at all times. It tries to plot the most sensible ATR limits based on the current daily ATR, in order to provide a reasonable visual intraday target, given the available information at that point in time.
"Auto" mode is actually a weighted average of two methods: midpoint and relative (both of which can also be explicitly selected). The midpoint method places the midpoint of the ATR limit equal to the midpoint of the currently established daily range. The relative method measures the currently established daily range and calculates the position of the current price within it (as a ratio between 0 and 1). It then uses that value as a weight in a weighted average of extreme locations for the ATR limits, which are: the ATR top anchored to one ATR above the daily low, and the ATR bottom anchored to one ATR below the daily high.
The relative method is more advanced and better for most of the day; however, it can cause wild swings in the early market or pre-market before a reasonable range (as a percentage of ATR) has been established. "Auto" mode therefore takes another weighted average between the two methods, with the weight determined by the percentage of the ATR currently established within the day, more strongly weighting the calmer midpoint method before a good range is established. Once the full ATR has been achieved, the algorithm in "auto" mode will have fully switched to the relative method and will remain with that method for the rest of the day.
To explain the effect further, as an example, imagine that the price is approaching the full ATR range on the high side. At this point, the indicator will have almost fully transitioned to the second (relative) method. The lower ATR limit will now be anchored to the daily low as the price hits the upper ATR limit. If the price goes beyond the upper ATR, the lower ATR limit will stay anchored to the daily low, and the upper limit will stay anchored to one ATR above the lower limit. This allows you to see how far the price is going beyond the upper ATR limit. If the price then returns and backs off the upper ATR limit, the lower ATR limit will un-anchor from the daily low (it will actually rise, since the daily ATR range has been exceeded, so the lower ATR limit needs to come up because the actual daily range can’t fit into the ATR range anymore). The overall effect is to give you the best visual indication of where the price is in relation to a possible upper ATR-based target. Reverse this example for when the price low approaches the ATR range on the low side.
Care was taken so that the code uses no hard-coded time zones, exchanges, or session times. For this reason, it can in principle work globally. However, it very much depends on the information provided by the exchange, which is reflected in built-in Pine Script variables (see Limitations below).
█ LIMITATIONS
The indicator was developed for US/European equities and is tested on them only. It is also known to work on US futures; in this case, the whole 23-hour session is used, and the "Sessions to include in range" setting has no effect. It may or may not work as intended on security types and equities/futures for other countries.
Volume Intelligence Suite (VIS) v2📊 Volume Intelligence Suite – Smart Volume, Smart Trading
The Volume Intelligence Suite is a powerful, all-in-one TradingView indicator designed to give traders deeper insight into market activity by visualizing volume behavior with price action context. Whether you're a scalper, day trader, or swing trader, this tool helps uncover hidden momentum, institutional activity, and potential reversals with precision.
🔍 Key Features:
Dynamic Volume Zones – Highlights high and low volume areas to spot accumulation/distribution ranges.
Volume Spikes Detector – Automatically marks abnormal volume bars signaling potential breakout or trap setups.
Smart Delta Highlighting – Compares bullish vs bearish volume in real time to reveal buyer/seller strength shifts.
Session-Based Volume Profiling – Breaks volume into key trading sessions (e.g., London, New York) for clearer context.
Volume Heatmap Overlay – Optional heatmap to show intensity and velocity of volume flow per candle.
Custom Alerts – Built-in alerts for volume surges, divergences, and exhaustion signals.
Optimized for Kill Zone Analysis – Pairs perfectly with ICT-style session strategies and Waqar Asim’s trading methods.
🧠 Why Use Volume Intelligence?
Most traders overlook the story behind each candle. Volume Intelligence Suite helps you "see the why behind the move" — exposing key areas of interest where smart money may be active. Instead of reacting late, this tool puts you in position to anticipate.
Use it to:
Validate breakouts
Detect fakeouts and liquidity grabs
Confirm bias during kill zones
Analyze volume divergence with price swings
⚙️ Fully Customizable:
From volume thresholds to visual styles and session timings, everything is user-adjustable to fit your market, timeframe, and strategy.
✅ Best For:
ICT/Smart Money Concepts (SMC) traders
Breakout & reversal traders
Kill zone session scalpers
Institutional footprint followers
Volume Sentiment Pro (NTY88)Volume Sentiment Edge: Smart Volume & RSI Trading System
Description:
Unlock the power of volume-driven market psychology combined with precision RSI analysis! This professional-grade indicator identifies high-probability trading opportunities through:
🔥 Key Features
1. Smart Volume Spike Detection
Auto-detects abnormal volume activity with adaptive threshold
Clear spike labels & multi-timeframe confirmation
RSI-Powered Sentiment Analysis
Real-time Bullish/Bearish signals based on RSI extremes
Combined volume-RSI scoring system (Strong Bull/Bear alerts)
2. Professional Dashboard
Instant sentiment status table (bottom-right)
Color-coded momentum strength visualization
Customizable themes for all chart styles
3. Institutional-Grade Tools
HTF (Daily/Weekly) volume confirmation
EMA trend-filtered momentum signals
Spike-to-Threshold ratio monitoring
4. Trade-Ready Alerts
Pre-configured "Bullish Setup" (Spike + Oversold RSI)
"Bearish Setup" (Spike + Overbought RSI)
Why Traders Love This:
✅ Real-Time Visual Alerts - SPIKE markers above bars + table updates
✅ Adaptive Thresholds - Self-adjusting to market volatility
✅ Multi-Timeframe Verification - Avoid false signals with HTF confirmation
✅ Customizable UI - 10+ color settings for perfect chart integration
Usage Scenarios:
Day Traders: Catch volume surges during key sessions
Swing Traders: Confirm reversals with RSI extremes
All Markets: Works equally well on stocks, forex & crypto
Confirmation Tool: Combine with your existing strategy
Sample Setup:
"Enter long when:
5. RED SPIKE label appears
Table shows 'Oversold RSI'
Momentum status turns 'Bullish'
Volume exceeds daily average (Confirmed)"
📈 Try Risk-Free Today!
Perfect for traders who want:
Clean, non-repainting signals
Institutional-level volume analysis
Professional visual feedback
Customizable trading rules
⚠️ Important: Works best on 15m-4h timeframes. Combine with price action for maximum effectiveness.
📜 Legal Disclaimer
By using this indicator, you agree to the following terms:
Not Financial Advice
This tool provides technical analysis only. It does NOT constitute investment advice, financial guidance, or solicitation to trade.
High Risk Warning
Trading financial instruments carries substantial risk. Past performance ≠ future results. Never risk capital you cannot afford to lose.
No Guarantees
Signals are based on historical data and mathematical models. Market conditions may change rapidly, rendering previous patterns ineffective.
User Responsibility
You alone bear 100% responsibility for trading decisions. We expressly disclaim liability for any profit/loss resulting from this tool's use.
Professional Consultation
Always consult a licensed financial advisor before taking positions. This tool should NEVER be used as sole decision-making criteria.
Educational Purpose
This indicator is provided "as is" for informational/educational use only. No representation is made about its accuracy or completeness.
Third-Party Data
We do not verify exchange data accuracy. Use signals at your own discretion after independent verification.
ChopFlow ATR Scalp StrategyA lean, high-velocity scalp framework for NQ and other futures that blends trend clarity, volume confirmation, and adaptive exits to give you precise, actionable signals—no cluttered bands or lagging indicators.
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🔍 Overview
This strategy locks onto rapid intraday moves by:
• Filtering for directional momentum with the Choppiness Index (CI)
• Confirming conviction via On-Balance Volume (OBV) against its moving average
• Automatically sizing stops and targets with a multiple of the Average True Range (ATR)
It’s designed for scalp traders who need clean, timely entries without wading through choppy noise.
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⚙️ Key Features & Inputs
1. ATR Length & Multiplier
• Controls exit distances based on current volatility.
2. Choppiness Length & Threshold
• Measures trend strength; only fires when the market isn’t “stuck in the mud.”
3. OBV SMA Length
• Smoothes volume flow to confirm genuine buying or selling pressure.
4. Custom Session Hours
• Avoid overnight gaps or low-liquidity periods.
All inputs are exposed for rapid tuning to your preferred scalp cadence.
🚀 How It Works
1. Long Entry triggers when:
• CI < threshold (strong trend)
• OBV > its SMA (positive volume flow)
• You’re within the defined session
2. Short Entry mirrors the above (CI < threshold, OBV < SMA)
3. Exit uses ATR × multiplier for both stop-loss and take-profit
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🎯 Usage Tips
• Start with defaults (ATR 14, multiplier 1.5; CI 14, threshold 60; OBV SMA 10).
• Monitor signal frequency, then tighten/loosen CI or OBV look-back as needed.
• Pair with a fast MA crossover or price-action trigger if you want even sharper timing.
• Backtest across different sessions (early open vs. power hours) to find your edge.
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⚠️ Disclaimer
This script is provided “as-is” for educational and research purposes. Always paper-trade any new setup extensively before deploying live capital, and adjust risk parameters to your personal tolerance.
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Elevate your scalp game with ChopFlow ATR—where trend, volume, and volatility converge for clear, confident entries. Happy scalping!
Custom Time Session Background (Amsterdam Time, DST Safe)This indicator highlights two custom intraday time ranges with background colors on your chart. The times are set based on your local Amsterdam time and automatically adjust for Daylight Saving Time (DST).
📌 Features:
- Define two separate time ranges (Start & End) in local Amsterdam time
- Background color highlighting for each range
- Fully DST-aware using the "Europe/Amsterdam" timezone
- Works across all intraday timeframes
🎯 Use Cases:
- Highlight key market sessions (e.g., EU open, NY overlap)
- Visually segment your trading hours
- Eliminate manual DST adjustments
Developed with Pine Script v5.
Made for traders who want clarity during specific time zones, without worrying about time shifts across the year.
Initial Imbalance [First FVG - ICT] v1Initial Imbalance v1
This indicator identifies the first Fair Value Gap (FVG) at the start of a user-defined session, inspired by The Inner Circle Trader. It helps traders spot initial imbalance in a sessions price action, offering filter options to refine FVG detection and optional session high/low lines for context.
Features:
Detects the first bullish or bearish FVG at the session start (default: 08:30). ISE: Sets a custom session start time (hour and minute).
Filters FVGs by size: None, ATR-based, or Points-based.
Displays session high/low lines (optional) to visualize the session range.
Customizable colors for bullish and bearish FVGs (background and border derived from a single color input).
Alerts for new FVGs and mitigated FVGs.
Settings:
Session Start Time: Define the hour and minute for the session start.
FVG Filter Type: Choose None, ATR, or Points to filter FVGs by size.
ATR Multiple / Minimum Points: Set the minimum FVG size for ATR or Points filters.
Show Session High/Low Lines: Toggle visibility of session range lines.
Bullish/Bearish FVG Colors: Customize colors for FVGs.
Technical Details:
Overlay indicator, displayed directly on the price chart.
This indicator is ideal for traders seeking to identify key price imbalances at the start of a session, with flexible filtering and visualization options.
Weekday Colors with Time Highlighting by NabojeetThis script is a Pine Script (version 6) indicator called "Weekday Colors with Time Highlighting" designed for TradingView charts. It has several key functions:
1. **Weekday Color Coding**:
- Assigns different background colors to each trading day (Monday through Friday)
- Allows users to customize the color for each day
- Includes toggles to enable/disable colors for specific days
2. **Time Range Highlighting**:
- Highlights a specific time period (e.g., 18:15-18:30) on every trading day
- Uses a custom color that can be adjusted by the user
- The time range is specified in HHMM-HHMM format
3. **High/Low Line Drawing**:
- Automatically identifies the highest high and lowest low points within the specified time range
- Draws horizontal lines at these levels when the time period ends
- Lines extend forward in time to serve as support/resistance references
- Users can customize the line color, width, and style (solid, dotted, or dashed)
The script is organized into logical sections with input parameters grouped by function (Weekday Colors, Weekday Display, Time Highlighting, and Horizontal Lines). Each section's inputs are customizable through the indicator settings panel.
This indicator would be particularly useful for traders who:
- Want visual distinction between different trading days
- Focus on specific time periods each day (like market opens, closes, or specific sessions)
- Use intraday support/resistance levels from key time periods
- Want to quickly identify session highs and lows
The implementation resets tracking variables at the beginning of each new time range and draws the lines once the time period ends, ensuring accurate high/low marking for each day's specified time window.
Author - Nabojeet
Price Map Profile [BigBeluga]An advanced volume-based tool designed to map out how trading activity is distributed across price levels. It combines dynamic volume profiling with structural pivot detection to highlight key levels of interest in the market — including hidden support/resistance zones and dominant liquidity areas.
Unlike traditional volume profiles locked to fixed sessions, this indicator continuously processes historical bars to build a real-time "map" of volume distribution. It intelligently reveals where buyers and sellers were most active, helping traders pinpoint high-impact zones with clarity.
🔵 KEY FEATURES
Creates a volume map profile by scanning price action over a defined lookback window (`length`).
Divides price vertically into volume bins (default: 100) and aggregates either total volume or bar count per bin.
Bins are plotted as horizontal zones extending to the right of the chart — wider offset means more volume at that price.
Each zone is color-coded using gradients to represent volume magnitude:
- Below average volume = cool tones (blue/teal)
- Above average volume = warm tones (red/orange)
The highest volume bin is highlighted with a red label showing the exact volume, helping to identify strong price agreement.
Detects pivot highs and lows using a 15-bar swing method, marking them as potential S/R levels.
If a pivot level is located inside a low-volume zone (volume < average), it is emphasized with a dashed line and label .
Pivot line color matches direction:
- High pivots = yellow
- Low pivots = aqua
The volume of the bin containing the pivot is shown alongside the pivot, providing volume context for the structural level.
Filters out nearby duplicate pivots using ATR-based distance checks to ensure clean and non-redundant signals.
🔵 HOW TO USE
Use the wide red zones as liquidity and consolidation areas where price may stall, reverse, or absorb volume.
Pivot-based dashed lines within low-volume zones highlight hidden support/resistance levels where price may react sharply.
Combine this indicator with trend or order flow tools to validate reversal or breakout setups .
Switch between Volume and Frequency modes to adapt to the type of data your asset provides.
🔵 CONCLUSION
The Price Map Profile transforms raw volume into an actionable visual map. By aligning volume depth with key market structure levels, it helps traders identify where market participants are most active — and where hidden inefficiencies lie. Ideal for traders seeking precision entries, dynamic S/R zones, and deeper volume structure insight.
Amihud Liquidity RatioCalculates liquidity as a sort of moving average over time
The Amihud Illiquidity Ratio (ILLIQ) measures the price impact of trading volume. It's calculated as the absolute daily return divided by the daily dollar volume:
𝐼𝐿𝐿𝐼𝑄ₜ = |𝑅ₜ| / 𝑉𝑂𝐿𝐷ₜ
Where:
|𝑅ₜ| is the absolute value on return day t
𝑉𝑂𝐿𝐷ₜ is the dollar trading volume on day t
Here's how you can incorporate this indicator into your analysis:
1. Identifying Liquidity Regimes:
High Liquidity (Low Indicator Values): When the indicator is consistently low, it suggests a market or asset where it's generally easier to enter and exit positions without significant slippage. This might be a more favorable environment for strategies that rely on tight spreads and efficient order execution.
Low Liquidity (High Indicator Values): When the indicator is consistently high or spiking, it signals periods of lower liquidity. This can lead to:
Increased Volatility: Fewer participants and larger bid-ask spreads can amplify price movements.
Higher Slippage: Executing large orders might result in getting a worse price than expected.
Gap Risk: Significant price gaps can occur between trading sessions due to a lack of continuous trading interest.
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2. Confirming Trends and Breakouts:
Trend Confirmation:
Uptrend with Increasing Liquidity (Falling Amihud): A healthy uptrend often sees increasing participation and ease of trading. A falling Amihud during an uptrend can provide confidence in the trend's sustainability.
Uptrend with Decreasing Liquidity (Rising Amihud): An uptrend accompanied by rising Amihud might be less stable. It could suggest that the price increase is driven by fewer participants and might be more prone to reversals.
The same logic applies to downtrends, but in reverse.
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Breakout Confirmation:
Breakout with Increasing Liquidity (Falling Amihud): A breakout accompanied by increasing liquidity (falling Amihud) can suggest strong conviction and a higher probability of the breakout being sustained.
Breakout with Decreasing Liquidity (Rising Amihud): A breakout on low liquidity might be more suspect and could be a "fakeout" if there isn't enough sustained buying or selling pressure.
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3. Identifying Potential Reversal Points:
Liquidity Exhaustion: Sometimes, a prolonged period of low liquidity (high Amihud) might precede a reversal. The lack of active trading interest at those levels could make the price more susceptible to a shift in sentiment.
Liquidity Surges: A sudden spike in liquidity (a sharp drop in Amihud) after a period of low liquidity could indicate renewed interest and potentially the start of a new trend or a reversal of the previous one.
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HL2 Moving Average with BandsThis indicator is designed to assist traders in identifying potential trade entries and exits for S&P 500 (ES) and Nasdaq-100 (NQ) futures. It calculates a Simple Moving Average (SMA) based on the HL2 value (average of high and low prices) of the current candle over a user-defined lookback period (default: 200 periods). The indicator plots this SMA as a blue line, providing a smoothed reference for price trends.
Additionally, it includes upper and lower bands calculated as a percentage (default: 0.5%) above and below the SMA, plotted as green and red lines, respectively. These bands act as dynamic thresholds to identify overbought or oversold conditions. The indicator generates trade signals based on price action relative to these bands:
Long Entry: A green upward triangle is plotted below the candle when the close crosses above the upper band, signaling a potential buy.
Close Long: A red square is plotted above the candle when the close crosses back below the upper band, indicating an exit for the long position.
Short Entry: A red downward triangle is plotted above the candle when the close crosses below the lower band, signaling a potential sell.
Close Short: A green square is plotted below the candle when the close crosses back above the lower band, indicating an exit for the short position.
The script is customizable, allowing users to adjust the SMA length and band percentage to suit their trading style or market conditions. It is plotted as an overlay on the price chart for easy integration with other technical analysis tools.
Recommended Time Frame and Settings for Trading S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 Futures
Based on research and market dynamics for S&P 500 (ES) and Nasdaq-100 (NQ) futures, the 5-minute chart is recommended as the optimal time frame for day trading with this indicator. This time frame strikes a balance between capturing intraday trends and filtering out excessive noise, which is critical for futures trading due to their high volatility and leverage. The 5-minute chart aligns well with periods of high liquidity and volatility, such as the U.S. market open (9:30 AM–11:00 AM EST) and the afternoon session (2:00 PM–4:00 PM EST), when institutional traders are most active.
Why 5-minute? It allows traders to react to short-term price movements while avoiding the rapid fluctuations of 1-minute charts, which can be prone to false signals in choppy markets. It also provides enough data points to make the SMA and bands meaningful without the lag associated with longer time frames like 15-minute or hourly charts.
Recommended Settings
SMA Length: Set to 200 periods. This longer lookback period smooths the HL2 data, reducing noise and providing a reliable trend reference for the 5-minute chart. A 200-period SMA helps identify significant trend shifts without being overly sensitive to minor price fluctuations.
Band Percentage: 0.5% is more suitable for the volatility of ES and NQ futures on a 5-minute chart, as it generates fewer but higher-probability signals. Wider bands (e.g., 1%) may miss short-term opportunities, while narrower bands (e.g., 0.1%) may produce excessive false signals.
Trading Session Recommendations
Futures markets for ES and NQ are open nearly 24 hours (Sunday 6:00 PM EST to Friday 5:00 PM EST, with a daily break from 4:00 PM–5:00 PM EST), but not all hours are equally optimal due to varying liquidity and volatility. The best times to trade with this indicator are:
U.S. Market Open (9:30 AM–11:00 AM EST): This period is characterized by high volume and volatility, driven by the opening of U.S. equity markets and economic data releases (e.g., 8:30 AM EST reports like CPI or GDP). The indicator’s signals are more reliable during this window due to strong order flow and price momentum.
Afternoon Session (2:00 PM–4:00 PM EST): After the lunchtime lull, volume picks up as institutional traders return, and news or FOMC announcements often drive price action. The indicator can capture breakout moves as prices test the upper or lower bands.
Pre-Market (7:30 AM–9:30 AM EST): For traders comfortable with lower liquidity, this period can offer opportunities, especially around 8:30 AM EST economic releases. However, use tighter risk management due to wider spreads and potential volatility spikes.
Additional Tips
Avoid Low-Volume Periods: Steer clear of trading during low-liquidity hours, such as the overnight session (11:00 PM–3:00 AM EST), when spreads widen and price movements can be erratic, leading to false signals from the indicator.
Combine with Other Tools: Enhance the indicator’s effectiveness by pairing it with support/resistance levels, Fibonacci retracements, or volume analysis to confirm signals. For example, a long entry signal above the upper band is stronger if it coincides with a breakout above a key resistance level.
Risk Management: Given the leverage in futures (e.g., Micro E-mini contracts require ~$1,200 margin for ES), use tight stop-losses (e.g., below the lower band for longs or above the upper band for shorts) to manage risk. Aim for a risk-reward ratio of at least 1:2.
Test Settings: Backtest the indicator on a demo account to optimize the SMA length and band percentage for your specific trading style and risk tolerance. Micro E-mini contracts (MES for S&P 500, MNQ for Nasdaq-100) are ideal for testing due to their lower capital requirements.
Why These Settings and Time Frame?
The 5-minute chart with a 200-period SMA and 0.5% bands is tailored for the volatility and liquidity of ES and NQ futures during peak trading hours. The longer SMA period ensures the indicator captures meaningful trends, while the 0.5% bands are tight enough to signal actionable breakouts but wide enough to avoid excessive whipsaws. Trading during high-volume sessions maximizes the likelihood of valid signals, as institutional participation drives clearer price action.
By focusing on these settings and time frames, traders can leverage the indicator to capitalize on the dynamic price movements of S&P 500 and Nasdaq-100 futures while managing the inherent risks of these markets.
Umesh BC IST 3:30 AM Session Tracker + 4H Candles📌 IST 3:30 AM Session Tracker + 4H Candle Marker
This indicator is designed for traders who follow Indian Standard Time (IST) and want precise session tracking and 4H candle insights.
🔧 Features:
🕒 Daily Session Start at 3:30 AM IST
Automatically detects and marks the beginning of each new trading day based on 3:30 AM IST, not midnight.
Displays session Open, High, and Low lines.
Background shading for each session.
Customizable alert when a new day starts.
🟧 4H Candle Start Markers (IST Time)
Identifies every new 4-hour candle that starts at:
3:30, 7:30, 11:30, 3:30 PM, 7:30 PM, 11:30 PM IST
Adds a vertical line and label ("🟧 4H") above the candle.
Plots a dynamic line for the 4H candle's opening price.
Includes optional alert for new 4H candles.
🔔 Alerts Included:
"🕒 New IST Day Start": Triggers at 3:30 AM IST.
"🟧 New 4H Candle": Triggers at each 4H candle start (IST).
✅ Best for:
Intraday, swing, and institutional traders using IST-based analysis.
Those wanting more accurate daily sessions and clear candle structuring.
Moving Average Shift WaveTrend StrategyMoving Average Shift WaveTrend Strategy
🧭 Overview
The Moving Average Shift WaveTrend Strategy is a trend-following and momentum-based trading system designed to be overlayed on TradingView charts. It executes trades based on the confluence of multiple technical conditions—volatility, session timing, trend direction, and oscillator momentum—to deliver logical and systematic trade entries and exits.
🎯 Strategy Objectives
Enter trades aligned with the prevailing long-term trend
Exit trades on confirmed momentum reversals
Avoid false signals using session timing and volatility filters
Apply structured risk management with automatic TP, SL, and trailing stops
⚙️ Key Features
Selectable MA types: SMA, EMA, SMMA (RMA), WMA, VWMA
Dual-filter logic using a custom oscillator and moving averages
Session and volatility filters to eliminate low-quality setups
Trailing stop, configurable Take Profit / Stop Loss logic
“In-wave flag” prevents overtrading within the same trend wave
Visual clarity with color-shifting candles and entry/exit markers
📈 Trading Rules
✅ Long Entry Conditions:
Price is above the selected MA
Oscillator is positive and rising
200-period EMA indicates an uptrend
ATR exceeds its median value (sufficient volatility)
Entry occurs between 09:00–17:00 (exchange time)
Not currently in an active wave
🔻 Short Entry Conditions:
Price is below the selected MA
Oscillator is negative and falling
200-period EMA indicates a downtrend
All other long-entry conditions are inverted
❌ Exit Conditions:
Take Profit or Stop Loss is hit
Opposing signals from oscillator and MA
Trailing stop is triggered
🛡️ Risk Management Parameters
Pair: ETH/USD
Timeframe: 4H
Starting Capital: $3,000
Commission: 0.02%
Slippage: 2 pips
Risk per Trade: 2% of account equity (adjustable)
Total Trades: 224
Backtest Period: May 24, 2016 — April 7, 2025
Note: Risk parameters are fully customizable to suit your trading style and broker conditions.
🔧 Trading Parameters & Filters
Time Filter: Trades allowed only between 09:00–17:00 (exchange time)
Volatility Filter: ATR must be above its median value
Trend Filter: Long-term 200-period EMA
📊 Technical Settings
Moving Average
Type: SMA
Length: 40
Source: hl2
Oscillator
Length: 15
Threshold: 0.5
Risk Management
Take Profit: 1.5%
Stop Loss: 1.0%
Trailing Stop: 1.0%
👁️ Visual Support
MA and oscillator color changes indicate directional bias
Clear chart markers show entry and exit points
Trailing stops and risk controls are transparently managed
🚀 Strategy Improvements & Uniqueness
In-wave flag avoids repeated entries within the same trend phase
Filtering based on time, volatility, and trend ensures higher-quality trades
Dynamic high/low tracking allows precise trailing stop placement
Fully rule-based execution reduces emotional decision-making
💡 Inspirations & Attribution
This strategy is inspired by the excellent concept from:
ChartPrime – “Moving Average Shift”
It expands on the original idea with advanced trade filters and trailing logic.
Source reference:
📌 Summary
The Moving Average Shift WaveTrend Strategy offers a rule-based, reliable approach to trend trading. By combining trend and momentum filters with robust risk controls, it provides a consistent framework suitable for various market conditions and trading styles.
⚠️ Disclaimer
This script is for educational purposes only. Trading involves risk. Always use proper backtesting and risk evaluation before applying in live markets.
Half Causal EstimatorOverview
The Half Causal Estimator is a specialized filtering method that provides responsive averages of market variables (volume, true range, or price change) with significantly reduced time delay compared to traditional moving averages. It employs a hybrid approach that leverages both historical data and time-of-day patterns to create a timely representation of market activity while maintaining smooth output.
Core Concept
Traditional moving averages suffer from time lag, which can delay signals and reduce their effectiveness for real-time decision making. The Half Causal Estimator addresses this limitation by using a non-causal filtering method that incorporates recent historical data (the causal component) alongside expected future behavior based on time-of-day patterns (the non-causal component).
This dual approach allows the filter to respond more quickly to changing market conditions while maintaining smoothness. The name "Half Causal" refers to this hybrid methodology—half of the data window comes from actual historical observations, while the other half is derived from time-of-day patterns observed over multiple days. By incorporating these "future" values from past patterns, the estimator can reduce the inherent lag present in traditional moving averages.
How It Works
The indicator operates through several coordinated steps. First, it stores and organizes market data by specific times of day (minutes/hours). Then it builds a profile of typical behavior for each time period. For calculations, it creates a filtering window where half consists of recent actual data and half consists of expected future values based on historical time-of-day patterns. Finally, it applies a kernel-based smoothing function to weight the values in this composite window.
This approach is particularly effective because market variables like volume, true range, and price changes tend to follow recognizable intraday patterns (they are positive values without DC components). By leveraging these patterns, the indicator doesn't try to predict future values in the traditional sense, but rather incorporates the average historical behavior at those future times into the current estimate.
The benefit of using this "average future data" approach is that it counteracts the lag inherent in traditional moving averages. In a standard moving average, recent price action is underweighted because older data points hold equal influence. By incorporating time-of-day averages for future periods, the Half Causal Estimator essentially shifts the center of the filter window closer to the current bar, resulting in more timely outputs while maintaining smoothing benefits.
Understanding Kernel Smoothing
At the heart of the Half Causal Estimator is kernel smoothing, a statistical technique that creates weighted averages where points closer to the center receive higher weights. This approach offers several advantages over simple moving averages. Unlike simple moving averages that weight all points equally, kernel smoothing applies a mathematically defined weight distribution. The weighting function helps minimize the impact of outliers and random fluctuations. Additionally, by adjusting the kernel width parameter, users can fine-tune the balance between responsiveness and smoothness.
The indicator supports three kernel types. The Gaussian kernel uses a bell-shaped distribution that weights central points heavily while still considering distant points. The Epanechnikov kernel employs a parabolic function that provides efficient noise reduction with a finite support range. The Triangular kernel applies a linear weighting that decreases uniformly from center to edges. These kernel functions provide the mathematical foundation for how the filter processes the combined window of past and "future" data points.
Applicable Data Sources
The indicator can be applied to three different data sources: volume (the trading volume of the security), true range (expressed as a percentage, measuring volatility), and change (the absolute percentage change from one closing price to the next).
Each of these variables shares the characteristic of being consistently positive and exhibiting cyclical intraday patterns, making them ideal candidates for this filtering approach.
Practical Applications
The Half Causal Estimator excels in scenarios where timely information is crucial. It helps in identifying volume climaxes or diminishing volume trends earlier than conventional indicators. It can detect changes in volatility patterns with reduced lag. The indicator is also useful for recognizing shifts in price momentum before they become obvious in price action, and providing smoother data for algorithmic trading systems that require reduced noise without sacrificing timeliness.
When volatility or volume spikes occur, conventional moving averages typically lag behind, potentially causing missed opportunities or delayed responses. The Half Causal Estimator produces signals that align more closely with actual market turns.
Technical Implementation
The implementation of the Half Causal Estimator involves several technical components working together. Data collection and organization is the first step—the indicator maintains a data structure that organizes market data by specific times of day. This creates a historical record of how volume, true range, or price change typically behaves at each minute/hour of the trading day.
For each calculation, the indicator constructs a composite window consisting of recent actual data points from the current session (the causal half) and historical averages for upcoming time periods from previous sessions (the non-causal half). The selected kernel function is then applied to this composite window, creating a weighted average where points closer to the center receive higher weights according to the mathematical properties of the chosen kernel. Finally, the kernel weights are normalized to ensure the output maintains proper scaling regardless of the kernel type or width parameter.
This framework enables the indicator to leverage the predictable time-of-day components in market data without trying to predict specific future values. Instead, it uses average historical patterns to reduce lag while maintaining the statistical benefits of smoothing techniques.
Configuration Options
The indicator provides several customization options. The data period setting determines the number of days of observations to store (0 uses all available data). Filter length controls the number of historical data points for the filter (total window size is length × 2 - 1). Filter width adjusts the width of the kernel function. Users can also select between Gaussian, Epanechnikov, and Triangular kernel functions, and customize visual settings such as colors and line width.
These parameters allow for fine-tuning the balance between responsiveness and smoothness based on individual trading preferences and the specific characteristics of the traded instrument.
Limitations
The indicator requires minute-based intraday timeframes, securities with volume data (when using volume as the source), and sufficient historical data to establish time-of-day patterns.
Conclusion
The Half Causal Estimator represents an innovative approach to technical analysis that addresses one of the fundamental limitations of traditional indicators: time lag. By incorporating time-of-day patterns into its calculations, it provides a more timely representation of market variables while maintaining the noise-reduction benefits of smoothing. This makes it a valuable tool for traders who need to make decisions based on real-time information about volume, volatility, or price changes.
Dskyz Adaptive Futures Elite (DAFE)Dskyz Adaptive Futures Edge (DAFE)
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A Dynamic Futures Trading Strategy
DAFE adapts to market volatility and price action using technical indicators and advanced risk management. It’s built for high-stakes futures trading (e.g., MNQ, BTCUSDT.P), offering modular logic for scalpers and swing traders alike.
Key Features
Adaptive Moving Averages
Dynamic Logic: Fast and slow SMAs adjust lengths via ATR, reacting to momentum shifts and smoothing in calm markets.
Signals: Long entry on fast SMA crossing above slow SMA with price confirmation; short on cross below.
RSI Filtering (Optional)
Momentum Check: Confirms entries with RSI crossovers (e.g., above oversold for longs). Toggle on/off with custom levels.
Fine-Tuning: Adjustable lookback and thresholds (e.g., 60/40) for precision.
Candlestick Pattern Recognition
Eng|Enhanced Detection: Identifies strong bullish/bearish engulfing patterns, validated by volume and range strength (vs. 10-period SMA).
Conflict Avoidance: Skips trades if both patterns appear in the lookback window, reducing whipsaws.
Multi-Timeframe Trend Filter
15-Minute Alignment: Syncs intrabar trades with 15-minute SMA trends; optional for flexibility.
Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA) New!
Scaling: Adds up to a set number of entries (e.g., 4) on pullbacks/rallies, spaced by ATR multiples.
Control: Caps exposure and resets on exit, enhancing trend-following potential.
Trade Execution & Risk Management
Entry Rules: Prioritizes moving averages or patterns (user choice), with volume, volatility, and time filters.
Stops & Trails:
Initial Stop: ATR-based (2–3.5x, volatility-adjusted).
Trailing Stop: Locks profits with configurable ATR offset and multiplier.
Discipline
Cooldown: Pauses post-exit (e.g., 0–5 minutes).
Min Hold: Ensures trades last a set number of bars (e.g., 2–10).
Visualization & Tools
Charts: Overlays MAs, stops, and signals; trend shaded in background.
Dashboard: Shows position, P&L, win rate, and more in real-time.
Debugging: Logs signal details for optimization.
Input Parameters
Parameter Purpose Suggested Use
Use RSI Filter - Toggle RSI confirmation *Disable 4 price-only
trading
RSI Length - RSI period (e.g., 14) *7–14 for sensitivity
RSI Overbought/Oversold - Adjust for market type *Set levels (e.g., 60/40)
Use Candlestick Patterns - Enables engulfing signals *Disable for MA focus
Pattern Lookback - Pattern window (e.g., 19) *10–20 bars for balance
Use 15m Trend Filter - Align with 15-min trend *Enable for trend trades
Fast/Slow MA Length - Base MA lengths (e.g., 9/19) *10–25 / 30–60 per
timeframe
Volatility Threshold - Filters volatile spikes *Max ATR/close (e.g., 1%)
Min Volume - Entry volume threshold *Avoid illiquid periods
(e.g., 10)
ATR Length - ATR period (e.g., 14) *Standard volatility
measure
Trailing Stop ATR Offset - Trail distance (e.g., 0.5) *0.5–1.5 for tightness
Trailing Stop ATR Multi - Trail multiplier (e.g., 1.0) *1–3 for trend room
Cooldown Minutes - Post-exit pause (e.g., 0–5) *Prevents overtrading
Min Bars to Hold - Min trade duration (e.g., 2) *5–10 for intraday
Trading Hours - Active window (e.g., 9–16) *Focus on key sessions
Use DCA - Toggle DCA *Enable for scaling
Max DCA Entries - Cap entries (e.g., 4) *Limit risk exposure
DCA ATR Multiplier Entry spacing (e.g., 1.0) *1–2 for wider gaps
Compliance
Realistic Testing: Fixed quantities, capital, and slippage for accurate backtests.
Transparency: All logic is user-visible and adjustable.
Risk Controls: Cooldowns, stops, and hold periods ensure stability.
Flexibility: Adapts to various futures and timeframes.
Summary
DAFE excels in volatile futures markets with adaptive logic, DCA scaling, and robust risk tools. Currently in prop account testing, it’s a powerful framework for precision trading.
Caution
DAFE is experimental, not a profit guarantee. Futures trading risks significant losses due to leverage. Backtest, simulate, and monitor actively before live use. All trading decisions are your responsibility.
Market Open Highlights (9:30 AM ET)This indicator zeroes in on the 9:30 AM Eastern Time market opens for NAS100 and US30, highlighting all market opens with a bold yet subtle yellow background. Tailored for precision backtesting, it uses TradingView’s timezone capabilities to pinpoint the exact 9:30 AM candle, skipping weekends to focus solely on U.S. equity market opens.
What It Does:
The script tracks the bar indices of all market opens at 9:30 AM ET, applying a semi-transparent yellow highlight to those candles. It’s a clean, efficient way to mark key session starts for analyzing price action or testing strategies.
How to Use It:
1. Apply the script to a chart of NAS100 (e.g., FX:NAS100) or US30 (e.g., FX:US30) in TradingView on any timeframe.
2. Set your chart timezone to "America/New_York" (Settings > Timezone/Sessions).
3. Scroll back through trading days to see the yellow highlights on the 9:30 AM candles.
4. While it functions across all timeframes, it’s optimized for 5-minute and 1-minute charts, where the 9:30 AM candle aligns precisely with the U.S. market open for detailed analysis.
5. Use it to study price behavior or refine strategies around this critical daily event.
