Smart Money Volume Execution Footprint @MaxMaserati 2.0 Smart Money Volume Execution Footprint @MaxMaserati 2.0
Volume and Price Execution Tracker · Volume Delta · VWAP · POC · DOM Simulation
Overview
This volume and price tool high grade tool reveals **where** smart money is actually executing within each candle — not just how much volume traded, but the **exact price levels** where large buy/sell orders hit the tape.
By simulating Depth of Market (DOM) logic, it breaks each candle into price levels (default: 8–20) and reconstructs intra-candle volume pressure to identify:
• Institutional execution zones
• Buy vs Sell dominance
• Volume-weighted positioning
• Smart money flow bias (bullish / bearish / neutral)
Think of it as a powerful X-ray footprint to spot real-time volume/price behavior.
Core Features
Execution Dots (Smart Money Signatures)
• Plots dots at key institutional execution prices
• Color-coded: 🟢 Green = dominant buy volume · 🔴 Red = dominant sell volume
• Dot size = Volume Intensity (relative to average):
– tiny < 1.0x avg
– small 1.0x–1.5x
– normal 1.5x–2.5x
– large 2.5x–4.0x
– huge > 4.0x (massive positioning)
Volume Modes (Buy/Sell Breakdown)
• Total Volume Mode: Combined buy + sell volume at each price level
• Volume Delta Mode: Net buy/sell pressure (buy − sell)
Dot Placement Modes
• Volume POC: Dot at level with highest volume (Point of Control)
• VWAP: Dot at intra-candle volume-weighted average price
• Highest Volume Level: Similar to POC, simplified for fast bias detection
Smart Money Bias Detection
Real-time consensus calculation based on buy/sell volume ratio:
🟢 Bullish Consensus (>60% Buy Volume): Smart money buying → Long bias
🔴 Bearish Consensus (<40% Buy Volume): Smart money selling → Short bias
⚪ Neutral Market (40–60%): Market in balance → Wait for breakout
This logic powers the volume execution table, showing institutional sentiment per candle.
Dot Placement Example (How It Works)
Let’s say you break a candle into 10 price levels:
• Volume POC Mode → Dot at \$4,297.50, where volume was highest
• VWAP Mode → Dot around \$4,275, the volume-weighted average
• Volume Delta Mode → Dot where net buying/selling pressure peaked
Dot sizes based on volume intensity:
Level 1 (400K): size.huge — heavy institutional execution
Level 10 (300K): size.normal — passive accumulation
Level 5 (250K): size.normal — potential battle zone
🔗 Optional Visual Enhancements
• Zigzag Lines: Connects execution dots to highlight flow direction
• Labels: Toggle to show volume and/or execution price directly on dots
• Execution Table: Real-time snapshot of volume ratio, delta, and institutional bias
Option to see the volume and/or exact Price level
Ideal Use Cases
Institutional Flow Strategy
1. Look for large dots (size.large or size.huge)
2. Confirm direction with bias table (bullish or bearish consensus)
3. Align entries with institutional execution zones
4. Use retests of large dot prices as entries or exits
Option to only see huge buying and selling area to solely focus on them for retest
Volume Divergence Signals
• Price making new highs, but dot size shrinking → Weak breakout
• Price making new lows, but weak dot volume → Potential bounce
• Huge dot + rejection wick → Institutional defense zone
Configurable Settings
• Dot Placement: VWAP · POC · Delta
• Volume Mode: Total vs Delta
• Price Granularity: 5 to 50 levels per candle
• Dot Labels: Volume / Price
• Table Size, Position, and Color Themes
Important Notes
• Best used on high-volume markets (futures, indices, major FX pairs)
• Ideal timeframe: 1m–15m for precision, 1h–4h for position setups
• Integrates well with VWAP, session levels, or structure-based trading
Volum
Delta Weighted Momentum Oscillator @MaxMaserati DELTA WEIGHTED MOMENTUM OSCILLATOR
This advanced indicator analyzes the battle between buyers and sellers by measuring volume distribution within each candle. Unlike traditional volume indicators, it reveals WHO is winning the fight - buyers or sellers - and shows you when smart money is accumulating or distributing.
📊 KEY FEATURES:
- Normalized 0-100 scale (works on any timeframe/instrument)
- Real-time delta pressure detection
- Cumulative session flow tracking
- Volume-weighted signal confirmation
- Smart money flow detection
- Multi-signal system (triangles, circles, diamonds)
- Customizable signal sizes and colors
- Professional info panel
🎯 TRADING SIGNALS EXPLAINED:
🔺 TRIANGLES (Main Entry Signals):
- Green Triangle UP: Buying pressure takes control (above 50 line)
- Red Triangle DOWN: Selling pressure takes control (below 50 line)
- Best used with volume confirmation
⚫ CIRCLES (Zone Confirmations):
- Green Circle: Strong bullish zone entry (above 70)
- Red Circle: Strong bearish zone entry (below 30)
- Use for position additions or late entries
💎 DIAMONDS (Extreme Warnings):
- Green Diamond: Extreme bullish levels (above 85) - Consider profit-taking
- Red Diamond: Extreme bearish levels (below 15) - Consider profit-taking
🎨 VISUAL ELEMENTS:
📏 KEY LINES:
- Black Dotted Line (50): The decision zone - above = bullish control, below = bearish control
- Main Delta Line: Real-time buying vs selling pressure (thick line)
- Cumulative Flow Line: Session's net money flow direction (thin line)
- Volume Area: Bottom colored area showing participation levels
🎨 BACKGROUND ZONES:
- Light Green: Bullish zones (70-85)
- Light Red: Bearish zones (15-30)
- Stronger colors: Extreme zones (above 85 / below 15)
📋 INFO PANEL:
- Delta: Current pressure reading (0-100)
- Cumulative: Session's total flow direction
- Volume: Current participation level
- Trend: Overall market sentiment
- Signal: Current recommended action
⚙️ CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS:
- Session length (for cumulative tracking)
- Lookback period (for normalization)
- Delta smoothing (noise reduction)
- Zone thresholds (bullish/bearish/extreme levels)
- Signal sizes (tiny/small/normal)
- All colors and visual elements
- Show/hide any component
⚠️ REVERSAL SIGNALS:
1. Watch for diamonds in extreme zones
2. Look for divergence between delta and price
3. Wait for opposite triangle for confirmation
4. Manage risk carefully in extreme zones
💡 PRO TIPS:
- Don't trade triangles alone - wait for circle confirmation
- Higher volume = stronger signals
- The 50 line is your key decision point
- Diamonds = caution, not new entries
- Cumulative line shows session bias
- Works best when delta aligns with price action
⚡ BEST TIMEFRAMES:
- 1-5 minutes: Scalping and day trading
- 15-60 minutes: Swing trading
- Daily: Position trading and trend analysis
🎯 UNIQUE ADVANTAGES:
- Normalized scale works on any market
- Combines delta, volume, and flow analysis
- Clear visual hierarchy
- Professional-grade normalization
- Real-time smart money detection
- Session-based cumulative tracking
This indicator is perfect for traders who want to understand the real market sentiment beyond just price action. See exactly when institutions are buying or selling, and trade with the smart money flow!
Intra Candle Volume Distribution @MaxMaserati2.0 INTRA CANDLE VOLUME DISTRIBUTION @MaxMaserati2.0
- Advanced Intra-Candle Distribution Mapping-
Discover the hidden volume dynamics within each candle! This revolutionary indicator analyzes buying vs selling pressure at multiple price levels INSIDE individual candles, revealing volume distribution patterns that traditional indicators completely miss.
✨ KEY FEATURES:
📊 Real-time volume distribution analysis at 4 price levels per candle
🎯 Smart detection - only shows significant volume concentrations
🏆 Winner-only mode for clean, directional signals
📈 Delta analysis showing net buying/selling pressure
📋 Comprehensive statistics table with live and historical data
🎨 Fully customizable colors, sizes, and display options
Selection to see the volume battle between buyer and sellers inside of the candle
Great, if you like to know the why's
🔍 WHAT MAKES IT UNIQUE:
- Advanced algorithms distribute volume across price levels within each candle
- Intelligent filtering eliminates noise, showing only significant volume zones
- Dynamic dot sizing based on volume intensity
- Real-time table comparing current vs previous candle metrics
- Multi-timeframe compatible (works on all timeframes)
- Professional-grade order flow analysis
📚 PERFECT FOR:
- Scalpers seeking precise entry/exit points
- Day traders validating breakouts and reversals
- Volume analysis specialists
- Order flow traders
- Institutional-style analysis on retail platforms
When only the winner (Strongest pressure) of the candle is selected
Better for fast decision making
When the delta is selected
Great to have clear idea of the net volume
🛠️ HOW TO USE:
Simply add to chart and customize to your preference. Green dots = bulls dominating that price level, red dots = bears dominating. Larger dots = higher volume intensity. Use the comprehensive table for detailed volume distribution analysis.
⚡ PERFORMANCE OPTIMIZED:
Efficient code ensures smooth operation without chart lag, even with maximum visual elements.
Delta OrderFlow Sweep & Absorption Toolkit @MaxMaserati 2.0Delta OrderFlow Sweep & Absorption Toolkit @MaxMaserati 2.0
This is a professional-grade smart money order flow analysis tool that reveals smart money activity, volume absorption patterns, and liquidity sweeps in real-time. It combines advanced market microstructure concepts into one comprehensive toolkit that shows you where and how institutions are trading.
A CLEAR VISUALIZATION OF THE INDICATOR CAPACITY
🔥 Core Features Explained
1. Delta Order Flow Analysis
Tracks cumulative buying vs selling pressure (Delta)
🔥BUY/🔥SELL labels show aggressive order flow imbalances
Real-time market sentiment based on actual volume flow
Session delta tracking with automatic resets
2. Institutional Detection
🏦↑/🏦↓ labels identify large block trades and smart money activity
Automatic threshold detection based on volume patterns
Smart money flow tracking with institutional bias indicators
Institutional buyers getting in
3. Advanced Sweep Detection
SWEEP↑/SWEEP↓ labels detect stop-loss hunts with volume confirmation
Wick rejection analysis ensures proper sweep identification
Institutional reaction confirmation - shows when opposite side takes control
4. Volume Absorption Analysis
ABSORB↑/ABSORB↓ shows successful volume breakthroughs
H↑BuV Fail/H↑BeV Fail shows institutional volume failures (reversal signals)
Context-aware analysis based on recent institutional activity
Bullish Absorption scenario
Bearish Absorption scenario
5. Point of Control (POC) Levels
Dynamic support/resistance based on executed volume
POC SUP (Green) / POC RES (Purple)
POC Support Broken
6. Net Delta Bubbles
Visual representation of net buying/selling bias
Positive Delta (Green) = Bullish bias bubbles below candles
Negative Delta (Red) = Bearish bias bubbles above candles
6 positioning methods with full customization
The Net Delta Bubbles allow to see clearer, the highest reversal/continuity areas
7. Smart Alert System
Large order flow imbalances
Institutional activity detection
Stop sweep confirmations
Volume absorption patterns
📊 How to Read the Signals
🔥BUY (below candles) = Aggressive institutional buying
🔥SELL (above candles) = Aggressive institutional selling
Threshold: Customizable imbalance percentage (default 75%)
🏦 Institutional Labels:
🏦↑ (below candles) = Large institutional buying detected
🏦↓ (above candles) = Large institutional selling detected
Volume: Based on block trade size detection
⚡ Sweep Labels:
SWEEP↑ (below candles) = Stop hunt below, expect reversal UP
SWEEP↓ (above candles) = Stop hunt above, expect reversal DOWN
Confirmation: Requires wick rejection + volume confirmation
🎯 Absorption Labels:
ABSORB↑ = True bullish breakthrough above institutional levels
ABSORB↓ = True bearish breakdown below institutional levels
H↑BuV Fail (Orange) = Bullish volume failed = Bearish signal
H↑BeV Fail (Blue) = Bearish volume failed = Bullish signal
💡 Trading Strategies
🟢 Bullish Setups:
🔥BUY + 🏦↑ = Strong institutional buying confirmation
SWEEP↓ + High volume = Stop hunt below, enter long on reversal
H↑BeV Fail = Bearish volume failed, bullish reversal signal
POC Support holding + positive delta = Bounce play
ABSORB↑ = Successful break above resistance
🔴 Bearish Setups:
🔥SELL + 🏦↓ = Strong institutional selling confirmation
SWEEP↑ + High volume = Stop hunt above, enter short on reversal
H↑BuV Fail = Bullish volume failed, bearish reversal signal
POC Resistance holding + negative delta = Rejection play
ABSORB↓ = Successful break below support
⚡ High-Probability Entries:
Multiple confirmations on same candle/area
Volume spikes with directional bias
Failed institutional attempts (reversal plays)
POC level interactions with delta confirmation
📱 Best Practices
🎯 Timeframe Usage:
1-5 minutes: Scalping with institutional confirmation
15-30 minutes: Day trading with sweep detection
1-4 hours: Swing trading with POC levels
Daily: Position trading with major delta shifts
🔧 Optimization Tips:
Start with defaults and adjust sensitivity based on your instrument
Use multiple confirmations - don't trade single signals
Watch volume bubbles for additional bias confirmation
Enable alerts for key institutional activity
Combine with price action for best results
⚠️ Important Notes:
No repainting - all signals are final when candle closes
Volume-based - works best on liquid instruments
Context matters - consider overall market conditions
Risk management - use proper position sizing
Choch Pattern Levels [BigBeluga]🔵 OVERVIEW
The Choch Pattern Levels indicator automatically detects Change of Character (CHoCH) shifts in market structure — crucial moments that often signal early trend reversals or major directional transitions. It plots the structural break level, visualizes the pattern zone with triangle overlays, and tracks delta volume to help traders assess the strength behind each move.
🔵 CONCEPTS
CHoCH Pattern: A bullish CHoCH forms when price breaks a previous swing high after a swing low, while a bearish CHoCH appears when price breaks a swing low after a prior swing high.
Break Level Mapping: The indicator identifies the highest or lowest point between the pivot and the breakout, marking it with a clean horizontal level where price often reacts.
Delta Volume Tracking: Net bullish or bearish volume is accumulated between the pivot and the breakout, revealing the momentum and conviction behind each CHoCH.
Chart Clean-Up: If price later closes through the CHoCH level, the zone is automatically removed to maintain clarity and focus on active setups only.
🔵 FEATURES
Automatic CHoCH pattern detection using pivot-based logic.
Triangle shapes show structure break: pivot → breakout → internal high/low.
Horizontal level marks the structural zone with a ◯ symbol.
Optional delta volume label with directional sign (+/−).
Green visuals for bullish CHoCHs, red for bearish.
Fully auto-cleaning invalidated levels to reduce clutter.
Clean organization of all lines, labels, and overlays.
User-defined Length input to adjust pivot sensitivity.
🔵 HOW TO USE
Use CHoCH levels as early trend reversal zones or confirmation signals.
Treat bullish CHoCHs as support zones, bearish CHoCHs as resistance.
Look for high delta volume to validate the strength behind each CHoCH.
Combine with other BigBeluga tools like supply/demand, FVGs, or liquidity maps for confluence.
Adjust pivot Length based on your strategy — shorter for intraday, longer for swing trading.
🔵 CONCLUSION
Choch Pattern Levels highlights key structural breaks that can mark the start of new trends. By combining precise break detection with volume analytics and automatic cleanup, it provides actionable insights into the true intent behind price moves — giving traders a clean edge in spotting early reversals and key reaction zones.
Buyer/Seller Zone (Simplified Version)📌 Indicator: Buyer/Seller Zone (Simplified Version)
This indicator is designed to highlight potential areas of strong buyer or seller activity based on advanced volume and volatility analysis. It identifies key candles that exhibit anomalous behavior — those standing out from typical market noise — and marks them as potential interest zones.
🔍 What it does:
Detects candles with unusually high volume (anomalies).
Filters them further based on strong price movement (volatility).
Marks bullish and bearish zones using customizable visuals: area, circle, or diamond.
Provides optional alerts when a buyer/seller signal is detected.
💡 How to use:
Use this tool to identify potential reversal or continuation zones.
Zones may act as strong support/resistance areas.
Some levels are more significant than others — do not trade every level blindly. Combine with your own analysis or wait for a retest/confirmation before entry.
⚙️ Customization:
Volume filter threshold
Volatility sensitivity
Visualization type, size, and transparency
🚨 Alerts: Set alerts for bullish, bearish, or any signal type.
Dynamic Structure Overlay [AlgoXcalibur]Dynamic Structure Overlay combines an ultra-dynamic Ribbon, adaptive supply/demand Zones, and a versatile momentum-based Cloud to paint a stunning picture of market structure. Whether you're riding strong trends or patiently analyzing consolidation, this tool helps visualize factors that influence trend direction and price movement.
📊 Indicator Components and Functions
This indicator integrates three core elements to provide an intuitive analysis of trend and market structure. Each component can be independently enabled or disabled to suit your preferences.
• Dynamic Ribbon
At the center of attention is the Dynamic Ribbon, which uses multi-layered moving averages rendered as a flowing ribbon with adaptive color gradients. It reacts to price action in real time, revealing trend direction, strength, and periods of expansion or compression.
• Dynamic Zones
These volume-weighted supply and demand zones are derived from price-to-volume deviations relative to VWAP. These zones often guide price action during strong trends.
• Dynamic Cloud
A unique momentum-based structure derived from dynamic price ranges by averaging the highs and lows from recent price action. The Cloud captures momentum strength and directional pressure, providing a visual guide to trend continuations and transitions.
Together, these components form a comprehensive overlay that adapts in real time to changing market conditions.
🚀 Ride the Trend
Dynamic Structure Overlay is a multi-dimensional tool — its framework helps visualize dynamic factors that often influence price action, assisting traders in staying aligned with the evolving trend.
🇰🇷 Kim'in Kim'out — Korean Premium TrackerKim’in Kim’out is a premium-tracking TradingView indicator that reveals Korean market sentiment by comparing real-time asset prices on Upbit (KRW) and Binance (USDT).
It detects when Korean traders are spot accumulating (Kim’in) or spot distributing (Kim’out) — enhanced by volume confirmation and trend context.
Perfect for crypto scalpers, swing traders, and arbitrage hunters.
⚙️ How It Works
Kimchi Premium: Measures how much more (or less) Koreans are paying on Upbit compared to Binance.
Volume Confirmation: Filters signals by comparing Upbit volume vs its moving average.
Signal Logic:
🔼 Kim’in: Premium exceeds the buy threshold + high volume
🔽 Kim’out: Premium drops below the sell threshold + high volume
Trend Context: Premium trend line gives insight into sustained interest/disinterest.
🎛️ Settings Overview
Input Description
Select Cryptocurrency Choose from supported coins (BTC, ETH, SOL, etc.)
Buy Threshold (%) How high the premium must be to trigger a Kim’in signal
Sell Threshold (%) How low the premium must be to trigger a Kim’out signal
Volume MA Period The number of candles for volume average
Volume Multiplier Volume spike ratio needed to confirm a signal
Show Info Table Toggle detailed premium stats in a side panel
Show Premium Zones Visual background zones (green/red/yellow)
Debug Mode Shows extra signals that trigger without volume confirmation
✅ How to Use It
Add the indicator to any chart (e.g. BTC/USDT)
Choose a coin from the dropdown (BTC, ETH, etc.)
Watch for:
Green Triangle Up (Kim’in) = Korean spot buy pressure confirmed
Red Triangle Down (Kim’out) = Korean selloff or disinterest
Use the Info Table (top-right) to see:
Premium %
Volume confirmation
Real-time KRW-USD exchange rate
Upbit vs Binance price comparison
Set Alerts:
Right-click on a signal → Add Alert on "Kim’in" or "Kim’out"
Or use the prebuilt alertconditions
🔔 Alert Messages
🇰🇷 Korean Premium BUY signal detected → Kim’in
🇰🇷 Korean Premium SELL signal detected → Kim’out
🧪 Best Practices
Use on 1H or 4H timeframe for best results
Confirm with broader market structure or confluence tools
Spot divergences between Binance and Upbit to predict regional flow shifts
🚫 Limitations
Works only with coins that have both Binance USDT & Upbit KRW pairs
Premium may be delayed by low liquidity or FX rate fluctuations (USDKRW)
Not suitable for lowcaps not listed on Upbit
Created by UKMC Crypto
Smart MTF S/R Levels[BullByte]
Smart MTF S/R Levels
Introduction & Motivation
Support and Resistance (S/R) levels are the backbone of technical analysis. However, most traders face two major challenges:
Manual S/R Marking: Drawing S/R levels by hand is time-consuming, subjective, and often inconsistent.
Multi-Timeframe Blind Spots: Key S/R levels from higher or lower timeframes are often missed, leading to surprise reversals or missed opportunities.
Smart MTF S/R Levels was created to solve these problems. It is a fully automated, multi-timeframe, multi-method S/R detection and visualization tool, designed to give traders a complete, objective, and actionable view of the market’s most important price zones.
What Makes This Indicator Unique?
Multi-Timeframe Analysis: Simultaneously analyzes up to three user-selected timeframes, ensuring you never miss a critical S/R level from any timeframe.
Multi-Method Confluence: Integrates several respected S/R detection methods—Swings, Pivots, Fibonacci, Order Blocks, and Volume Profile—into a single, unified system.
Zone Clustering: Automatically merges nearby levels into “zones” to reduce clutter and highlight areas of true market consensus.
Confluence Scoring: Each zone is scored by the number of methods and timeframes in agreement, helping you instantly spot the most significant S/R areas.
Reaction Counting: Tracks how many times price has recently interacted with each zone, providing a real-world measure of its importance.
Customizable Dashboard: A real-time, on-chart table summarizes all key S/R zones, their origins, confluence, and proximity to price.
Smart Alerts: Get notified when price approaches high-confluence zones, so you never miss a critical trading opportunity.
Why Should a Trader Use This?
Objectivity: Removes subjectivity from S/R analysis by using algorithmic detection and clustering.
Efficiency: Saves hours of manual charting and reduces analysis fatigue.
Comprehensiveness: Ensures you are always aware of the most relevant S/R zones, regardless of your trading timeframe.
Actionability: The dashboard and alerts make it easy to act on the most important levels, improving trade timing and risk management.
Adaptability: Works for all asset classes (stocks, forex, crypto, futures) and all trading styles (scalping, swing, position).
The Gap This Indicator Fills
Most S/R indicators focus on a single method or timeframe, leading to incomplete analysis. Manual S/R marking is error-prone and inconsistent. This indicator fills the gap by:
Automating S/R detection across multiple timeframes and methods
Objectively scoring and ranking zones by confluence and reaction
Presenting all this information in a clear, actionable dashboard
How Does It Work? (Technical Logic)
1. Level Detection
For each selected timeframe, the script detects S/R levels using:
SW (Swing High/Low): Recent price pivots where reversals occurred.
Pivot: Classic floor trader pivots (P, S1, R1).
Fib (Fibonacci): Key retracement levels (0.236, 0.382, 0.5, 0.618, 0.786) over the last 50 bars.
Bull OB / Bear OB: Institutional price zones based on bullish/bearish engulfing patterns.
VWAP / POC: Volume Weighted Average Price and Point of Control over the last 50 bars.
2. Level Clustering
Levels within a user-defined % distance are merged into a single “zone.”
Each zone records which methods and timeframes contributed to it.
3. Confluence & Reaction Scoring
Confluence: The number of unique methods/timeframes in agreement for a zone.
Reactions: The number of times price has touched or reversed at the zone in the recent past (user-defined lookback).
4. Filtering & Sorting
Only zones within a user-defined % of the current price are shown (to focus on actionable areas).
Zones can be sorted by confluence, reaction count, or proximity to price.
5. Visualization
Zones: Shaded boxes on the chart (green for support, red for resistance, blue for mixed).
Lines: Mark the exact level of each zone.
Labels: Show level, methods by timeframe (e.g., 15m (3 SW), 30m (1 VWAP)), and (if applicable) Fibonacci ratios.
Dashboard Table: Lists all nearby zones with full details.
6. Alerts
Optional alerts trigger when price approaches a zone with confluence above a user-set threshold.
Inputs & Customization (Explained for All Users)
Show Timeframe 1/2/3: Enable/disable analysis for each timeframe (e.g., 15m, 30m, 1h).
Show Swings/Pivots/Fibonacci/Order Blocks/Volume Profile: Select which S/R methods to include.
Show levels within X% of price: Only display zones near the current price (default: 3%).
How many swing highs/lows to show: Number of recent swings to include (default: 3).
Cluster levels within X%: Merge levels close together into a single zone (default: 0.25%).
Show Top N Zones: Limit the number of zones displayed (default: 8).
Bars to check for reactions: How far back to count price reactions (default: 100).
Sort Zones By: Choose how to rank zones in the dashboard (Confluence, Reactions, Distance).
Alert if Confluence >=: Set the minimum confluence score for alerts (default: 3).
Zone Box Width/Line Length/Label Offset: Control the appearance of zones and labels.
Dashboard Size/Location: Customize the dashboard table.
How to Read the Output
Shaded Boxes: Represent S/R zones. The color indicates type (green = support, red = resistance, blue = mixed).
Lines: Mark the precise level of each zone.
Labels: Show the level, methods by timeframe (e.g., 15m (3 SW), 30m (1 VWAP)), and (if applicable) Fibonacci ratios.
Dashboard Table: Columns include:
Level: Price of the zone
Methods (by TF): Which S/R methods and how many, per timeframe (see abbreviation key below)
Type: Support, Resistance, or Mixed
Confl.: Confluence score (higher = more significant)
React.: Number of recent price reactions
Dist %: Distance from current price (in %)
Abbreviations Used
SW = Swing High/Low (recent price pivots where reversals occurred)
Fib = Fibonacci Level (key retracement levels such as 0.236, 0.382, 0.5, 0.618, 0.786)
VWAP = Volume Weighted Average Price (price level weighted by volume)
POC = Point of Control (price level with the highest traded volume)
Bull OB = Bullish Order Block (institutional support zone from bullish price action)
Bear OB = Bearish Order Block (institutional resistance zone from bearish price action)
Pivot = Pivot Point (classic floor trader pivots: P, S1, R1)
These abbreviations appear in the dashboard and chart labels for clarity.
Example: How to Read the Dashboard and Labels (from the chart above)
Suppose you are trading BTCUSDT on a 15-minute chart. The dashboard at the top right shows several S/R zones, each with a breakdown of which timeframes and methods contributed to their detection:
Resistance zone at 119257.11:
The dashboard shows:
5m (1 SW), 15m (2 SW), 1h (3 SW)
This means the level 119257.11 was identified as a resistance zone by one swing high (SW) on the 5-minute timeframe, two swing highs on the 15-minute timeframe, and three swing highs on the 1-hour timeframe. The confluence score is 6 (total number of method/timeframe hits), and there has been 1 recent price reaction at this level. This suggests 119257.11 is a strong resistance zone, confirmed by multiple swing highs across all selected timeframes.
Mixed zone at 118767.97:
The dashboard shows:
5m (2 SW), 15m (2 SW)
This means the level 118767.97 was identified by two swing points on both the 5-minute and 15-minute timeframes. The confluence score is 4, and there have been 19 recent price reactions at this level, indicating it is a highly reactive zone.
Support zone at 117411.35:
The dashboard shows:
5m (2 SW), 1h (2 SW)
This means the level 117411.35 was identified as a support zone by two swing lows on the 5-minute timeframe and two swing lows on the 1-hour timeframe. The confluence score is 4, and there have been 2 recent price reactions at this level.
Mixed zone at 118291.45:
The dashboard shows:
15m (1 SW, 1 VWAP), 5m (1 VWAP), 1h (1 VWAP)
This means the level 118291.45 was identified by a swing and VWAP on the 15-minute timeframe, and by VWAP on both the 5-minute and 1-hour timeframes. The confluence score is 4, and there have been 12 recent price reactions at this level.
Support zone at 117103.10:
The dashboard shows:
15m (1 SW), 1h (1 SW)
This means the level 117103.10 was identified by a single swing low on both the 15-minute and 1-hour timeframes. The confluence score is 2, and there have been no recent price reactions at this level.
Resistance zone at 117899.33:
The dashboard shows:
5m (1 SW)
This means the level 117899.33 was identified by a single swing high on the 5-minute timeframe. The confluence score is 1, and there have been no recent price reactions at this level.
How to use this:
Zones with higher confluence (more methods and timeframes in agreement) and more recent reactions are generally more significant. For example, the resistance at 119257.11 is much stronger than the resistance at 117899.33, and the mixed zone at 118767.97 has shown the most recent price reactions, making it a key area to watch for potential reversals or breakouts.
Tip:
“SW” stands for Swing High/Low, and “VWAP” stands for Volume Weighted Average Price.
The format 15m (2 SW) means two swing points were detected on the 15-minute timeframe.
Best Practices & Recommendations
Use with Other Tools: This indicator is most powerful when combined with your own price action analysis and risk management.
Adjust Settings: Experiment with timeframes, clustering, and methods to suit your trading style and the asset’s volatility.
Watch for High Confluence: Zones with higher confluence and more reactions are generally more significant.
Limitations
No Future Prediction: The indicator does not predict future price movement; it highlights areas where price is statistically more likely to react.
Not a Standalone System: Should be used as part of a broader trading plan.
Historical Data: Reaction counts are based on historical price action and may not always repeat.
Disclaimer
This indicator is a technical analysis tool and does not constitute financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any asset. Trading involves risk, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Always use proper risk management and consult a financial advisor if needed.
The Scalper System XAUUnlock powerful breakout opportunities with this precision tool designed for professional traders.
This indicator combines breakout logic with a smart VWAP filter anchored to the New York session, ensuring only high-quality, directional trades are highlighted, I suggest to use only on GOLD timeframe 5 min.
📈 Features:
Breakout Signals: Detects price breakouts above/below key range levels based on a customizable lookback period.
Session-Aware VWAP Filter: Filters out low-probability trades by validating signal direction against the anchored VWAP starting from the New York open (9:30 AM EST).
Smart Signal Management: Prevents repeated signals in the same direction until a reversal is detected.
Visual Alerts: Clear BUY and SELL labels on the chart, no repainting, no ambiguity.
Multi-Timeframe Friendly: Optimized for scalping and intraday strategies (ideal on 3m or 5m timeframes).
🎯 Why use it?
This indicator is designed to keep you aligned with the institutional flow by using the VWAP as a dynamic support/resistance filter. It eliminates noise and focuses only on breakout setups that occur in the direction of session momentum, increasing your probability of success.
🛠 Settings:
Lookback Period: Define how many candles to scan for the range breakout.
VWAP Session Start: Fixed to New York session open to track real institutional volume-weighted average price.
💡 Ideal for:
Futures Traders (GC, NQ, ES)
Forex & Metals (XAUUSD)
Scalpers and Day Traders
Breakout and VWAP Strategy Followers
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Sblocca opportunità di breakout ad alta precisione con questo strumento pensato per trader professionisti.
L’indicatore combina la logica di breakout con un intelligente filtro VWAP ancorato all’apertura della sessione di New York, mostrando solo segnali di trading di alta qualità e direzionali, il mio consiglio è di usarlo solo sul GOLD indicativamente sui 5 minuti.
📈 Caratteristiche principali:
Segnali di Breakout: Rileva rotture al rialzo/ribasso sopra o sotto i livelli chiave, calcolati su un periodo di analisi personalizzabile.
Filtro VWAP basato sulla sessione: Esclude i trade a bassa probabilità, validando i segnali solo se in linea con la direzione del VWAP della sessione di New York (apertura 15:30 ora italiana).
Gestione Intelligente dei Segnali: Evita segnali ripetuti nella stessa direzione finché non si verifica un’inversione.
Avvisi Visivi: Etichette chiare di BUY e SELL sul grafico, senza repaint, zero ambiguità.
Ottimizzato per Multi-Timeframe: Funziona perfettamente per scalping e intraday (ideale su timeframe 3m o 5m).
🎯 Perché usarlo?
Questo indicatore ti mantiene allineato con il flusso istituzionale utilizzando il VWAP come supporto/resistenza dinamico. Elimina il rumore di fondo e si concentra solo su configurazioni di breakout che avvengono nella direzione della forza della sessione, aumentando la probabilità di successo.
🛠 Impostazioni personalizzabili:
Periodo di analisi: Imposta il numero di candele da analizzare per calcolare i livelli di breakout.
Inizio sessione VWAP: Fissato all'apertura della sessione di New York per tracciare il vero prezzo medio ponderato per volume istituzionale.
💡 Ideale per:
Trader su Futures (GC, NQ, ES)
Forex & Metalli (es. XAUUSD)
Scalper e Day Trader
Strategie basate su Breakout e VWAP
Liquidity Sweep & Encroachment [Clean Labels]It basically tries to track when a liquidity sweep has been detected based off of volume and volatility of candles. This indicator is in beta and works well with mostly 1-2 minute chart I still have to work on higher time frames.
Volatility HistogramCandle Size vs Volume Ratios — Interpretation & Trading Guide
1. Understanding the Ratios
Ratio 1 (Range/Volume): top histogram
Represents the candle's price range divided by the volume.
High values mean large price movement with relatively low volume.
Typically signals less conviction, possible consolidation or fake moves.
Ratio 2 (Volume/Range): bottom histogram
Represents the volume divided by the candle range.
High values mean high volume for the given price movement.
Usually indicates strong market participation and trend strength.
Negative sign often used in plots to separate it visually from Ratio 1.
2. Role of Moving Averages (MAs)
Moving averages smooth the ratios to reduce noise and highlight trend changes.
MA of Ratio 2 often leads the market movement, especially in the morning session.
MA of Ratio 1 tends to lag, confirming trend direction later in the day.
The divergence between the MAs (distance between them) indicates increasing
momentum.
Flat or converging MAs signal consolidation or low market conviction.
3. Interpreting the Relationship and Market Behavior
When Ratio 2 MA moves first and starts diverging from Ratio 1 MA, expect a
potential initiation of trend.
Ratio 1 rising while Ratio 2 remains low often signals consolidation or indecision.
High Ratio 1 with low volume suggests fake breakouts or traps.
High Ratio 2 with stable or rising price indicates strong trend and volume support.
The spread between MAs can be used as a momentum gauge.
Outside main trading hours, ratios oscillate and MAs remain flat, reflecting low
liquidity.
4. Practical Trading Tips
Use early movement in Ratio 2 MA (e.g., 8:15–9:00 AM) as a signal for upcoming
volatility.
Confirm trends later with Ratio 1 MA movement (usually 10:30–11:00 AM).
Watch for periods of high volume but flat ratios as signs of
accumulation/absorption.
Beware of high Ratio 1 values indicating potential consolidation or fake moves.
Use the spread between MAs to assess trend strength and decide entry or exit.
Combine this oscillator with price action and volume profile for best results.
5. Summary
Ratio 1 and Ratio 2 ratios combined with their moving averages offer a powerful
way to interpret price and volume interplay. Their leading-lagging behavior helps
traders anticipate volatility and confirm trends. Proper normalization and visual
scaling are essential for clear interpretation. Use these tools together to improve
timing and reduce false signals in your trading
Volume MA Breakout T3 [Teyo69]🧭 Overview
Volume MA Breakout T3 highlights volume bars that exceed a dynamic moving average threshold. It helps traders visually identify volume breakouts—periods of significant buying or selling pressure—based on user-selected MA methods (SMA, EMA, DEMA).
🔍 Features
Volume Highlighting: Green bars indicate volume breakout above the MA; red bars otherwise.
Custom MA Options: Choose between SMA, EMA, or Double EMA for volume smoothing.
Dynamic Threshold: The moving average line adjusts based on user-defined length and method.
⚙️ Configuration
Length: Number of bars used for the moving average calculation (default: 14).
Method: Type of moving average to use:
"SMA" - Simple Moving Average
"EMA" - Exponential Moving Average
"Double EMA" - Double Exponential Moving Average
📈 How to Use
Apply to any chart to visualize volume behavior relative to its MA.
Look for green bars: These suggest volume is breaking out above its recent average—potential signal of momentum.
Red bars indicate normal/subdued volume.
⚠️ Limitations
Does not provide directional bias—use with price action or trend confirmation tools.
Works best with additional context (e.g., support/resistance, candle formations).
🧠 Advanced Tips
Use shorter MAs (e.g., 5–10) in volatile markets for more responsive signals.
Combine with OBV, MFI, or accumulation indicators for confluence.
📌 Notes
This is a volume-based filter, not a signal generator.
Useful for breakout traders and volume profile enthusiasts.
📜 Disclaimer
This script is for educational purposes only. Always test in a simulated environment before live trading. Not financial advice.
Enhanced Split Buy Sell VolumeCore Components and What They Show
1. Buy Volume (Green Columns Above Zero):
Represents estimated buying pressure: The portion of total volume attributed to buyers, calculated as volume * (close - low) / (high - low).
How to Read: Taller green bars indicate stronger buying interest in that candle. If the close is near the high, most volume is assigned to buys (green bar dominates).
Highlight (Lime Color): If buy volume exceeds the average volume by the threshold (default 1.5x), it turns lime. This signals a potential "buy climax" or surge in demand—watch for breakouts or reversals.
2. Sell Volume (Red Columns Below Zero):
Represents estimated selling pressure: The remainder of volume, calculated as volume * (high - close) / (high - low).
How to Read: Taller red bars (extending further below zero) show stronger selling. If the close is near the low, sell volume dominates.
Highlight (Fuchsia Color): Turns fuchsia for high sell volume, indicating a "sell climax" or heavy supply—could signal breakdowns or exhaustion.
3. Zero Line (Dotted Gray Horizontal Line):
Acts as a neutral divider: Green above = net buying; red below = net selling.
How to Read: Compare the "mirror image" of green and red heights. If green is consistently taller than red (e.g., over multiple candles), it suggests building bullish momentum.
4. Net Volume MA (Blue Line):
A moving average (default 14 periods) of net volume (buy volume minus sell volume).
How to Read:
Above zero and rising: Bullish volume trend—buyers are gaining control.
Below zero and falling: Bearish volume trend—sellers dominate.
Crosses zero: Potential shift in momentum (e.g., from bearish to bullish if crossing up).
Divergences: If price makes new highs but the MA flattens or drops, it could signal weakening momentum (bearish divergence).
PowerBar (Purple Dot) – Price & Volume Spike📌 Overview
This indicator is inspired by the well-known “Purple Dot” indicator popularized by Manas Arora, designed to help traders identify fast-moving stocks exhibiting strong price and volume momentum.
This indicator flags high-activity bars called "PowerBars" — bars where:
Rate of Change (ROC) is equal to or above a user-defined threshold (default 5%)
Volume is equal to or a user-defined threshold (default 500,000)
These bars are visually marked with purple dots and can serve as a signal of strength, interest, or volatility spike.
🔍 How It Works
The indicator:
Calculates bar-level conditions based on:
ROC >= Threshold (e.g., 5%)
Volume >= Threshold (e.g., 500,000)
Flags qualifying bars with a purple dot below the candle
Aggregates PowerBar count over selectable historical periods (1 week, 1M, 3M, 6M, 9M, 12M)
Displays total PowerBars and total return (%) over the selected time period in a clean visual table
🛠 Features
Purple Dot Plotting: Marks bars where price changes rapidly (based on a user-defined Rate of Change threshold) and where volume exceeds a set minimum, signaling potential momentum bursts.
Flexible Timeframes: Count PowerBars and calculate stock return over selectable lookback periods ranging from 1 week to 12 months, adaptable to various trading styles and markets.
PowerBar Count: Tracks and displays the number of PowerBars within the chosen period, helping quantify momentum frequency.
Return Calculation: Shows the percentage return over the selected time horizon, supporting performance validation.
Customizable Summary Table: On-chart table with dark/light themes, adjustable size, and position offers a clean overview of key metrics.
Dual Modes:
Chart Mode: Ideal for single-stock analysis with visual dot markers and performance stats.
PineScreener Mode: Outputs data suitable for PineScreener scanning.
⚙️ Parameters
ROC Threshold (%): Minimum bar-to-bar price change in percentage to signal a PowerBar (default 5%).
Volume Threshold: Minimum volume for a bar to qualify (default 500,000).
PowerBar and Return Periods: Choose from 1 week up to 12 months.
Visual Customization: Enable/disable purple dots, configure the summary table’s appearance, and select dark or light theme.
Mode Selection: Switch easily between Chart Mode and PineScreener Mode based on use case.
📬 Alerts
Set alerts for PowerBars (purple dots) to get notified when a strong price-volume bar appears.
Liquidity Trap Zones [PhenLabs]📊 Liquidity Trap Zones
Version: PineScript™ v6
📌 Description
The goal of the Liquidity Trap Zones indicator is to try and help traders identify areas where market liquidity appears abundant but is actually thin or artificial, helping traders avoid potential fake outs and false breakouts. This advanced indicator analyzes the relationship between price wicks and volume to detect “mirage” zones where large price movements occur on low volume, indicating potential liquidity traps.
By highlighting these deceptive zones on your charts, the indicator helps traders recognize where institutional players might be creating artificial liquidity to trap retail traders. This enables more informed decision-making and better risk management when approaching key price levels.
🚀 Points of Innovation
Mirage Score Algorithm: Proprietary calculation that normalizes wick size relative to volume and average bar size
Dynamic Zone Creation: Automatically generates gradient-filled zones at trap locations with ATR-based sizing
Intelligent Zone Management: Maintains clean charts by limiting displayed zones and auto-updating existing ones
Scale-Invariant Design: Works across all assets and timeframes with intelligent normalization
Real-Time Detection: Identifies trap zones as they form, not after the fact
Volume-Adjusted Analysis: Incorporates tick volume when available for more accurate detection
🔧 Core Components
Mirage Score Calculator: Analyzes the ratio of price wicks to volume, normalized by average bar size
ATR-Based Filter: Ensures only significant price movements are considered for trap zone creation
EMA Smoothing: Reduces noise in the mirage score for clearer signals
Gradient Zone Renderer: Creates visually distinct zones with multiple opacity levels for better visibility
🔥 Key Features
Real-Time Trap Detection: Identifies liquidity mirages as they develop during live trading
Dynamic Zone Sizing: Adjusts zone height based on current market volatility (ATR)
Smart Zone Management: Automatically maintains a clean chart by limiting the number of displayed zones
Customizable Sensitivity: Fine-tune detection parameters for different market conditions
Visual Clarity: Gradient-filled zones with distinct borders for easy identification
Status Line Display: Shows current mirage score and threshold for quick reference
🎨 Visualization
Gradient Trap Zones: Purple gradient boxes with darker centers indicating trap strength
Mirage Score Line: Orange line in status area showing current liquidity quality
Threshold Reference: Gray line showing your configured detection threshold
Extended Zone Display: Zones automatically extend forward as new bars form
📖 Usage Guidelines
Detection Settings
Smoothing Length (EMA) - Default: 10 - Range: 1-50 - Description: Controls responsiveness of mirage score. Lower values make detection more sensitive to recent price action
Mirage Threshold - Default: 5.0 - Range: 0.1-20.0 - Description: Score above this level triggers trap zone creation. Higher values reduce false positives but may miss subtle traps
Filter Settings
ATR Length for Range Filter - Default: 14 - Range: 1-50 - Description: Period for volatility calculation. Standard 14 works well for most timeframes
ATR Multiplier - Default: 1.0 - Range: 0.0-5.0 - Description: Minimum bar range as multiple of ATR. Higher values filter out smaller moves
Display Settings
Zone Height Multiplier - Default: 0.5 - Range: 0.1-2.0 - Description: Controls trap zone height relative to ATR. Adjust for visual preference
Max Trap Zones - Default: 5 - Range: 1-20 - Description: Maximum zones displayed before oldest are removed. Balance clarity vs. history
✅ Best Use Cases
Identifying potential fakeout levels before entering trades
Confirming support/resistance quality by checking for liquidity traps
Avoiding stop-loss placement in trap zones where sweeps are likely
Timing entries after trap zones are cleared
Scalping opportunities when price approaches known trap zones
⚠️ Limitations
Requires volume data - less effective on instruments without reliable volume
May generate false signals during news events or genuine volume spikes
Not a standalone system - combine with price action and other indicators
Zone creation is based on historical data - future price behavior not guaranteed
💡 What Makes This Unique
First indicator to specifically target liquidity mirages using wick-to-volume analysis
Proprietary normalization ensures consistent performance across all markets
Visual gradient design makes trap zones immediately recognizable
Combines multiple volatility and volume metrics for robust detection
🔬 How It Works
1. Wick Analysis: Calculates upper and lower wicks for each bar. Normalizes by average bar size to ensure scale independence
2. Mirage Score Calculation: Divides total wick size by volume to identify thin liquidity. Applies EMA smoothing to reduce noise. Scales result for optimal visibility
3. Zone Creation: Triggers when smoothed score crosses threshold. Creates gradient boxes centered on trap bar. Sizes zones based on current ATR for market-appropriate scaling
💡 Note: Liquidity Trap Zones works best when combined with traditional support/resistance analysis and volume profile indicators. The zones highlight areas of deceptive liquidity but should not be the sole factor in trading decisions. Always use proper risk management and confirm signals with price action.
THF Crossover and Trend Signals Golden & Death Cross with VolumeScript Overview:
This Pine Script is designed to assist traders in identifying key buy/sell signals and major trend changes on the chart using Exponential Moving Averages (EMA) and Simple Moving Averages (SMA), as well as visualizing Golden Cross and Death Cross events. The script also includes a volume indicator to highlight the volume trading activity in relation to the price movements.
Key Features:
1. Moving Averages:
EMA 21: Exponential Moving Average over a 21-period, shown in green.
EMA 50: Exponential Moving Average over a 50-period, shown in yellow.
SMA 50: Simple Moving Average over a 50-period, shown in red.
SMA 200: Simple Moving Average over a 200-period, shown in blue.
2. Signals:
Buy Signal: Generated when EMA 21 crosses above SMA 50, indicating a potential upward trend. Displayed with a green label below the price bar.
Sell Signal: Generated when EMA 21 crosses below SMA 50, indicating a potential downward trend. Displayed with a red label above the price bar.
3. Golden Cross (Bullish Trend):
A Golden Cross occurs when EMA 50 crosses above SMA 200, which often signals the start of a long-term upward trend. The signal is displayed with a yellow label below the price bar.
4. Death Cross (Bearish Trend):
A Death Cross occurs when EMA 50 crosses below SMA 200, which often signals the start of a long-term downward trend. The signal is displayed with a blue label above the price bar.
5. Volume Indicator:
The volume is plotted as colored columns. Green indicates higher volume than the 20-period moving average, and red indicates lower volume.
A Volume Moving Average (SMA 20) is also plotted to compare volume changes over time.
How the Script Works:
1. The EMA and SMA lines are plotted on the chart, providing a visual representation of the short- and long-term trends.
2. Buy/Sell signals are triggered based on the crossover between EMA 21 and SMA 50, helping to identify potential entry and exit points.
3. The Golden Cross and Death Cross indicators highlight major trend reversals based on the crossover between EMA 50 and SMA 200, providing clear visual cues for long-term trend changes.
4. Volume is displayed alongside price movements, offering insight into the strength or weakness of a trend.
Key Customizations:
Moving Average Periods: Users can modify the lengths of the EMAs and SMAs for customized analysis.
Volume Moving Average Period: The script allows for adjustment of the volume moving average period to suit different market conditions.
Signal Visibility: The size and color of the buy, sell, Golden Cross, and Death Cross signals can be easily customized to make them more prominent on the chart.
Conclusion:
This script is ideal for traders looking to combine price action with volume analysis, using key technical indicators such as EMA, SMA, Golden Cross, and Death Cross to make informed decisions in trending markets.
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This explanation covers all aspects of the script and provides a clear understanding of its functionality, which is helpful for sharing the script or using it as an educational resource.
Market sentiment and cryptocurrency narratives📈 IDRA + PFLA: Crypto Market Sentiment & Narrative Flow
Uncover hidden opportunities and navigate the dynamic crypto landscape with IDRA + PFLA (Intraday Dynamic Risk Assessment + Public Flow & Liquidity Analysis). This powerful, two-in-one indicator suite is meticulously designed to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of market sentiment and identify active cryptocurrency narratives across different timeframes.
IDRA: Intraday Dynamic Risk Assessment (Daily & 4-Hour)
The IDRA component offers a unique perspective on overall market sentiment, helping you gauge risk appetite within the altcoin space.
Daily Sentiment Plot: Visualize the daily macro sentiment with a dedicated plot that fluctuates between zones of "High Risk (Euphoria)," "Low Risk (Opportunity)," "Very Low Risk (Panic/Opportunity)," and "Absolute Bottom (Max Despair)." Transparent zone fills make it easy to interpret the prevailing market mood.
Bitcoin/Altcoin Season Bar (4-Hour): At the bottom right of your chart, a dynamic bar visually represents the "Bitcoin Season" to "Altcoin Season" spectrum. This intuitive bar, updated every 4 hours, provides real-time insights into which side of the market is currently attracting more capital and attention. A white indicator line moves across the gradient, showing the current IDRA reading on a normalized 0-100 scale.
Customizable Normalization: Adjust the normalization period to fine-tune IDRA's sensitivity to historical market behavior.
Actionable Alerts: Set up alerts for IDRA's key levels (High, Low, Very Low, Absolute Bottom) to be notified of significant shifts in market sentiment, allowing you to react promptly to potential opportunities or threats.
PFLA: Public Flow & Liquidity Analysis (Daily)
The PFLA component provides a detailed breakdown of capital flows and dominance within key crypto narratives. It acts as a daily snapshot, showing you where the money is moving across different crypto sectors.
Ecosystem Performance: Track the daily performance of major ecosystems like Ethereum, Solana, and BNB Chain, observing their dominance and 24-hour capital flow changes.
Trending Categories: Stay ahead of the curve by monitoring the capital movements and dominance of hot narratives such as DePIN, AI, RWA, and MEME coins.
Layer 1 Insights: Gain a clear understanding of the broader Layer 1 landscape.
Consensus Mechanism Analysis : Compare the performance of Proof-of-Work (PoW) and Proof-of-Stake (PoS) coins.
Stablecoin Dominance: Keep an eye on the overall Stablecoin Dominance within the total crypto market, a crucial indicator of risk aversion or appetite.
Daily Snapshot : Each category displays its current dominance, today's capitalization (in billions), and the daily percentage change, all clearly color-coded (green for positive, red for negative).
Ideal for 4-Hour and Daily Timeframes
This indicator is specifically optimized for use on 4-hour and daily charts, providing both intraday and longer-term perspectives on market sentiment and narrative shifts. The IDRA bar updates every 4 hours for more immediate insights, while the PFLA table provides a daily comprehensive overview.
💡 How to Use It
Bias Confirmation: Use the IDRA plot to confirm your general bias on whether the altcoin market is in a phase of euphoria, fear, or panic.
Opportunity Identification: The "Opportunity" and "Extreme Panic" zones of the IDRA plot can signal opportune moments for accumulation.
Risk Management: The "High Risk/Euphoria" zone of the IDRA plot alerts you to be more cautious or consider profit-taking.
Capital Flow Analysis: The PFLA table instantly shows you which ecosystems and narratives are attracting or losing capital today, helping you identify the strongest trends or areas under pressure.
Bitcoin vs. Altcoin Season: The IDRA Bitcoin/Altcoin Season Bar visually indicates the current market phase.
When the white indicator line is closer to "Bitcoin Season" (left side of the bar), it suggests Bitcoin is outperforming altcoins, and capital is flowing into BTC or larger-cap assets for stability. This might be a time to prioritize Bitcoin trades or be cautious with altcoins.
When the white indicator line is closer to "Altcoin Season" (right side of the bar), it indicates altcoins are outperforming Bitcoin, and capital is rotating into the broader altcoin market, often in search of higher returns. This could signal a more favorable environment for altcoin trading.
Use this bar to quickly assess the broader market's risk appetite: generally, Bitcoin Season implies more risk-off sentiment, while Altcoin Season suggests more risk-on.
Customizable Alerts: Configure alerts on IDRA to receive notifications when the index enters or exits its key zones.
The "IDRA & PFLA Integrated" is an indispensable tool for any cryptocurrency investor or trader seeking a deep understanding of capital flow and altcoin market sentiment.
IDRA + PFLA empowers you with the data you need to make more informed trading and investment decisions in the fast-paced world of cryptocurrencies. Gain a distinct edge by understanding where the smart money is flowing and which narratives are gaining traction.
Please note: This indicator is private and requires an invitation to access.
Quantum Reversal Engine [ApexLegion]Quantum Reversal Engine
STRATEGY OVERVIEW
This strategy is constructed using 5 custom analytical filters that analyze different market dimensions - trend structure, momentum expansion, volume confirmation, price action patterns, and reversal detection - with results processed through a multi-component scoring calculation that determines signal generation and position management decisions.
Why These Custom Filters Were Independently Developed:
This strategy employs five custom-developed analytical filters:
1. Apex Momentum Core (AMC) - Custom oscillator with volatility-scaled deviation calculation
Standard oscillators lag momentum shifts by 2-3 bars. Custom calculation designed for momentum analysis
2. Apex Wick Trap (AWT) - Wick dominance analysis for trap detection
Existing wick analysis tools don't quantify trap conditions. Uses specific ratios for wick dominance detection
3. Apex Volume Pulse (AVP) - Volume surge validation with participation confirmation
Volume indicators typically use simple averages. Uses surge multipliers with participation validation
4. Apex TrendGuard (ATG) - Angle-based trend detection with volatility band integration
EMA slope calculations often produce false signals. Uses angle analysis with volatility bands for confirmation
5. Quantum Composite Filter (QCF) - Multi-component scoring and signal generation system
Composite scoring designed to filter noise by requiring multiple confirmations before signal activation.
Each filter represents mathematical calculations designed to address specific analytical requirements.
Framework Operation: The strategy functions as a scoring framework where each filter contributes weighted points based on market conditions. Entry signals are generated when minimum threshold scores are met. Exit management operates through a three-tier system with continued signal strength evaluation determining position holds versus closures at each TP level.
Integration Challenge: The core difficulty was creating a scoring system where five independent filters could work together without generating conflicting signals. This required backtesting to determine effective weight distributions.
Custom Filter Development:
Each of the five filters represents analytical approaches developed through testing and validation:
Integration Validation: Each filter underwent individual testing before integration. The composite scoring system required validation to verify that filters complement rather than conflict with each other, resulting in a cohesive analytical framework that was tested during the development period.
These filters represent custom-developed components created specifically for this strategy, with each component addressing different analytical requirements through testing and parameter adjustment.
Programming Features:
Multi-timeframe data handling with backup systems
Performance optimization techniques
Error handling for live trading scenarios
Parameter adaptation based on market conditions
Strategy Features:
Uses multi-filter confirmation approach
Adapts position holding based on continued signal strength
Includes analysis tools for trade review and optimization
Ongoing Development: The strategy was developed through testing and validation processes during the creation period.
COMPONENT EXPLANATION
EMA System
Uses 8 exponential moving averages (7, 14, 21, 30, 50, 90, 120, 200 periods) for trend identification. Primary signals come from 8/21 EMA crossovers, while longer EMAs provide structural context. EMA 1-4 determine short-term structure, EMA 5-8 provide long-term trend confirmation.
Apex Momentum Core (AMC)
Built custom oscillator mathematics after testing dozens of momentum calculation methods. Final algorithm uses price deviation from EMA baseline with volatility scaling to reduce lag while maintaining accuracy across different market conditions.
Custom momentum oscillator using price deviation from EMA baseline:
apxCI = 100 * (source - emaBase) / (sensitivity * sqrt(deviation + 1))
fastLine = EMA(apxCI, smoothing)
signalLine = SMA(fastLine, 4)
Signals generate when fastLine crosses signalLine at +50/-50 thresholds.
This identifies momentum expansion before traditional oscillators.
Apex Volume Pulse (AVP)
Created volume surge analysis that goes beyond simple averages. Extensive testing determined 1.3x multiplier with participation validation provides reliable confirmation while filtering false volume spikes.
Compares current volume to 21-period moving average.
Requires 1.3x average volume for signal confirmation. This filters out low-volume moves during quiet periods and confirms breakouts with actual participation.
Apex Wick Trap (AWT)
Developed proprietary wick trap detection through analysis of failed breakout patterns. Tested various ratio combinations before settling on 60% wick dominance + 20% body limit as effective trap identification parameters.
Analyzes candle structure to identify failed breakouts:
candleRange = math.max(high - low, 0.00001)
candleBody = math.abs(close - open)
bodyRatio = candleBody / candleRange
upperWick = high - math.max(open, close)
lowerWick = math.min(open, close) - low
upperWickRatio = upperWick / candleRange
lowerWickRatio = lowerWick / candleRange
trapWickLong = showAWT and lowerWickRatio > minWickDom and bodyRatio < bodyToRangeLimit and close > open
trapWickShort = showAWT and upperWickRatio > minWickDom and bodyRatio < bodyToRangeLimit and close < open This catches reversals after fake breakouts.
Apex TrendGuard (ATG)
Built angle-based trend detection after standard EMA crossovers proved insufficient. Combined slope analysis with volatility bands through iterative testing to eliminate false trend signals.
EMA slope analysis with volatility bands:
Fast EMA (21) vs Slow EMA (55) for trend direction
Angle calculation: atan(fast - slow) * 180 / π
ATR bands (1.75x multiplier) for breakout confirmation
Minimum 25° angle for strong trend classification
Core Algorithm Framework
1. Composite Signal Generation
calculateCompositeSignals() =>
// Component Conditions
structSignalLong = trapWickLong
structSignalShort = trapWickShort
momentumLong = amcBuySignal
momentumShort = amcSellSignal
volumeSpike = volume > volAvg_AVP * volMult_AVP
priceStrength_Long = close > open and close > close
priceStrength_Short = close < open and close < close
rsiMfiComboValue = (ta.rsi(close, 14) + ta.mfi(close, 14)) / 2
reversalTrigger_Long = ta.crossover(rsiMfiComboValue, 50)
reversalTrigger_Short = ta.crossunder(rsiMfiComboValue, 50)
isEMACrossUp = ta.crossover(emaFast_ATG, emaSlow_ATG)
isEMACrossDown = ta.crossunder(emaFast_ATG, emaSlow_ATG)
// Enhanced Composite Score Calculation
scoreBuy = 0.0
scoreBuy += structSignalLong ? scoreStruct : 0.0
scoreBuy += momentumLong ? scoreMomentum : 0.0
scoreBuy += flashSignal ? weightFlash : 0.0
scoreBuy += blinkSignal ? weightBlink : 0.0
scoreBuy += volumeSpike_AVP ? scoreVolume : 0.0
scoreBuy += priceStrength_Long ? scorePriceAction : 0.0
scoreBuy += reversalTrigger_Long ? scoreReversal : 0.0
scoreBuy += emaAlignment_Bull ? weightTrendAlign : 0.0
scoreBuy += strongUpTrend ? weightTrendAlign : 0.0
scoreBuy += highRisk_Long ? -1.2 : 0.0
scoreBuy += signalGreenDot ? 1.0 : 0.0
scoreBuy += isAMCUp ? 0.8 : 0.0
scoreBuy += isVssBuy ? 1.5 : 0.0
scoreBuy += isEMACrossUp ? 1.0 : 0.0
scoreBuy += signalRedX ? -1.0 : 0.0
scoreSell = 0.0
scoreSell += structSignalShort ? scoreStruct : 0.0
scoreSell += momentumShort ? scoreMomentum : 0.0
scoreSell += flashSignal ? weightFlash : 0.0
scoreSell += blinkSignal ? weightBlink : 0.0
scoreSell += volumeSpike_AVP ? scoreVolume : 0.0
scoreSell += priceStrength_Short ? scorePriceAction : 0.0
scoreSell += reversalTrigger_Short ? scoreReversal : 0.0
scoreSell += emaAlignment_Bear ? weightTrendAlign : 0.0
scoreSell += strongDownTrend ? weightTrendAlign : 0.0
scoreSell += highRisk_Short ? -1.2 : 0.0
scoreSell += signalRedX ? 1.0 : 0.0
scoreSell += isAMCDown ? 0.8 : 0.0
scoreSell += isVssSell ? 1.5 : 0.0
scoreSell += isEMACrossDown ? 1.0 : 0.0
scoreSell += signalGreenDot ? -1.0 : 0.0
compositeBuySignal = enableComposite and scoreBuy >= thresholdCompositeBuy
compositeSellSignal = enableComposite and scoreSell >= thresholdCompositeSell
if compositeBuySignal and compositeSellSignal
compositeBuySignal := false
compositeSellSignal := false
= calculateCompositeSignals()
// Final Entry Signals
entryCompositeBuySignal = compositeBuySignal and ta.rising(emaFast_ATG, 2)
entryCompositeSellSignal = compositeSellSignal and ta.falling(emaFast_ATG, 2)
Calculates weighted scores from independent modules and activates signals only when threshold requirements are met.
2. Smart Exit Hold Evaluation System
evaluateSmartHold() =>
compositeBuyRecentCount = 0
compositeSellRecentCount = 0
for i = 0 to signalLookbackBars - 1
compositeBuyRecentCount += compositeBuySignal ? 1 : 0
compositeSellRecentCount += compositeSellSignal ? 1 : 0
avgVolume = ta.sma(volume, 20)
volumeSpike = volume > avgVolume * volMultiplier
// MTF Bull/Bear conditions
mtf_bull = mtf_emaFast_final > mtf_emaSlow_final
mtf_bear = mtf_emaFast_final < mtf_emaSlow_final
emaBackupDivergence = math.abs(mtf_emaFast_backup - mtf_emaSlow_backup) / mtf_emaSlow_backup
emaBackupStrong = emaBackupDivergence > 0.008
mtfConflict_Long = inLong and mtf_bear and emaBackupStrong
mtfConflict_Short = inShort and mtf_bull and emaBackupStrong
// Layer 1: ATR-Based Dynamic Threshold (Market Volatility Intelligence)
atr_raw = ta.atr(atrLen)
atrValue = na(atr_raw) ? close * 0.02 : atr_raw
atrRatio = atrValue / close
dynamicThreshold = atrRatio > 0.02 ? 1.0 : (atrRatio > 0.01 ? 1.5 : 2.8)
// Layer 2: ROI-Conditional Time Intelligence (Selective Pressure)
timeMultiplier_Long = realROI >= 0 ? 1.0 : // Profitable positions: No time pressure
holdTimer_Long <= signalLookbackBars ? 1.0 : // Loss positions 1-8 bars: Base
holdTimer_Long <= signalLookbackBars * 2 ? 1.1 : // Loss positions 9-16 bars: +10% stricter
1.3 // Loss positions 17+ bars: +30% stricter
timeMultiplier_Short = realROI >= 0 ? 1.0 : // Profitable positions: No time pressure
holdTimer_Short <= signalLookbackBars ? 1.0 : // Loss positions 1-8 bars: Base
holdTimer_Short <= signalLookbackBars * 2 ? 1.1 : // Loss positions 9-16 bars: +10% stricter
1.3 // Loss positions 17+ bars: +30% stricter
// Dual-Layer Threshold Calculation
baseThreshold_Long = mtfConflict_Long ? dynamicThreshold + 1.0 : dynamicThreshold
baseThreshold_Short = mtfConflict_Short ? dynamicThreshold + 1.0 : dynamicThreshold
timeAdjustedThreshold_Long = baseThreshold_Long * timeMultiplier_Long
timeAdjustedThreshold_Short = baseThreshold_Short * timeMultiplier_Short
// Final Smart Hold Decision with Dual-Layer Intelligence
smartHold_Long = not mtfConflict_Long and smartScoreLong >= timeAdjustedThreshold_Long and compositeBuyRecentCount >= signalMinCount
smartHold_Short = not mtfConflict_Short and smartScoreShort >= timeAdjustedThreshold_Short and compositeSellRecentCount >= signalMinCount
= evaluateSmartHold()
Evaluates whether to hold positions past TP1/TP2/TP3 levels based on continued signal strength, volume confirmation, and multi-timeframe trend alignment
HOW TO USE THE STRATEGY
Step 1: Initial Setup
Apply strategy to your preferred timeframe (backtested on 15M)
Enable "Use Heikin-Ashi Base" for smoother signals in volatile markets
"Show EMA Lines" and "Show Ichimoku Cloud" are enabled for visual context
Set default quantities to match your risk management (5% equity default)
Step 2: Signal Recognition
Visual Signal Guide:
Visual Signal Guide - Complete Reference:
🔶 Red Diamond: Bearish momentum breakdown - short reversal signal
🔷 Blue Diamond: Strong bullish momentum - long reversal signal
🔵 Blue Dot: Volume-confirmed directional move - trend continuation
🟢 Green Dot: Bullish EMA crossover - trend reversal confirmation
🟠 Orange X: Oversold reversal setup - counter-trend opportunity
❌ Red X: Bearish EMA breakdown - trend reversal warning
✡ Star Uprising: Strong bullish convergence
💥 Ultra Entry: Ultra-rapid downward momentum acceleration
▲ VSS Long: Velocity-based bullish momentum confirmation
▼ VSS Short: Velocity-based bearish momentum confirmation
Step 3: Entry Execution
For Long Positions:
1. ✅ EMA1 crossed above EMA2 exactly 3 bars ago [ta.crossover(ema1,ema2) ]
2. ✅ Current EMA structure: EMA1 > EMA2 (maintained)
3. ✅ Composite score ≥ 5.0 points (6.5+ for 5-minute timeframes)
4. ✅ Cooldown period completed (no recent stop losses)
5. ✅ Volume spike confirmation (green dot/blue dot signals)
6. ✅ Bullish candle closes above EMA structure
For Short Positions:
1. ✅ EMA1 crossed below EMA2 exactly 3 bars ago [ta.crossunder(ema1,ema2) ]
2. ✅ Current EMA structure: EMA1 < EMA2 (maintained)
3. ✅ Composite score ≥ 5.4 points (7.0+ for 5-minute timeframes)
4. ✅ Cooldown period completed (no recent stop losses)
5. ✅ Momentum breakdown (red diamond/red X signals)
6. ✅ Bearish candle closes below EMA structure
🎯 Critical Timing Note: The strategy requires EMA crossover to have occurred 3 bars prior to entry, not at the current bar. This attempts to avoid premature entries and may improve signal reliability.
Step 4: Reading Market Context
EMA Ribbon Interpretation:
All EMAs ascending = Strong uptrend context
EMAs 1-3 above EMAs 4-8 = Bullish structure
Tight EMA spacing = Low volatility/consolidation
Wide EMA spacing = High volatility/trending
Ichimoku Cloud Context:
Price above cloud = Bullish environment
Price below cloud = Bearish environment
Cloud color intensity = Momentum strength
Thick cloud = Strong support/resistance
THE SMART EXIT GRID SYSTEM
Smart Exit Grid Approach:
The Smart Exit Grid uses dynamic hold evaluation that continuously analyzes market conditions after position entry. This differs from traditional fixed profit targets by adapting exit timing based on real-time signal strength.
How Smart Exit Grid System Works
The system operates through three evaluation phases:
Smart Score Calculation:
The smart score calculation aggregates 22 signal components in real-time, combining reversal warnings, continuation signals, trend alignment indicators, EMA structural analysis, and risk penalties into a numerical representation of market conditions. MTF analysis provides additional confirmation as a separate validation layer.
Signal Stack Management:
The per-tick signal accumulation system monitors 22 active signal types with MTF providing trend validation and conflict detection as a separate confirmation layer.
Take Profit Progression:
Smart Exit Activation:
The QRE system activates Smart Exit Grid immediately upon position entry. When strategy.entry() executes, the system initializes monitoring systems designed to track position progress.
Upon position opening, holdTimer begins counting, establishing the foundation for subsequent decisions. The Smart Exit Grid starts accumulating signals from entry, with all 22 signal components beginning real-time tracking when the trade opens.
The system operates on continuous evaluation where smartScoreLong and smartScoreShort calculate from the first tick after entry. QRE's approach is designed to capture market structure changes, trend deteriorations, or signal pattern shifts that can trigger protective exits even before the first take profit level is reached.
This activation creates a proactive position management framework. The 8-candle sliding window starts from entry, meaning that if market conditions change rapidly after entry - due to news events, liquidity shifts, or technical changes - the system can respond within the configured lookback period.
TP Markers as Reference Points:
The TP1, TP2, and TP3 levels function as reference points rather than mandatory exit triggers. When longTP1Hit or shortTP1Hit conditions activate, they serve as profit confirmation markers that inform the Smart Exit algorithm about achieved reward levels, but don't automatically initiate position closure.
These TP markers enhance the Smart Exit decision matrix by providing profit context to ongoing signal evaluation. The system recognizes when positions have achieved target returns, but the actual exit decision remains governed by continuous smart score evaluation and signal stack analysis.
TP2 Reached: Enhanced Monitoring
TP2 represents significant profit capture with additional monitoring features:
This approach is designed to help avoid premature profit-taking during trending conditions. If TP2 is reached but smartScoreLong remains above the dynamic threshold and the 8-candle sliding window shows persistent signals, the position continues holding. If market structure deteriorates before reaching TP2, the Smart Exit can trigger closure based on signal analysis.
The visual TP circles that appear when levels are reached serve as performance tracking tools, allowing users to see how frequently entries achieve various profit levels while understanding that actual exit timing depends on market structure analysis.
Risk Management Systems:
Operating independently from the Smart Exit Grid are two risk management systems: the Trap Wick Detection Protocol and the Stop Loss Mechanism. These systems maintain override authority over other exit logic.
The Trap Wick System monitors for conditionBearTrapExit during long positions and conditionBullTrapExit during short positions. When detected, these conditions trigger position closure with state reset, bypassing Smart Exit evaluations. This system recognizes that certain candlestick patterns may indicate reversal risk.
Volatility Exit Monitoring: The strategy monitors for isStrongBearCandle combined with conditionBearTrapExit, recognizing when market structure may be shifting.
Volume Validation: Before exiting on volatility, the strategy requires volume confirmation: volume > ta.sma(volume, 20) * 1.8. This is designed to filter exits on weak, low-volume movements.
The Stop Loss Mechanism operates through multiple triggers including traditional price-based stops (longSLHit, shortSLHit) and early exit conditions based on smart score deterioration combined with negative ROI. The early exit logic activates when smartScoreLong < 1.0 or smartScoreShort < 1.0 while realROI < -0.9%.
These risk management systems are designed so that risk scenarios can trigger protective closure with state reset across all 22 signal counters, TP tracking variables, and smart exit states.
This architecture - Smart Exit activation, TP markers as navigation tools, and independent risk management - creates a position management system that adapts to market conditions while maintaining risk discipline through dedicated protection protocols.
TP3 Reached: Enhanced Protection
Once TP3 is hit, the strategy shifts into enhanced monitoring:
EMA Structure Monitoring: isEMAStructureDown becomes a primary exit trigger
MTF Alignment: The higher timeframe receives increased consideration
Wick Trap Priority: conditionBearTrapExit becomes an immediate exit signal
Approach Differences:
Traditional Fixed Exits:
Exit at predetermined levels regardless of market conditions
May exit during trend continuation
May exit before trend completion
Limited adaptation to changing volatility
Smart Exit Grid Approach:
Adaptive timing based on signal conditions
Exits when supporting signals weaken
Multi-timeframe validation for trend confirmation
Volume confirmation requirements for holds
Structural monitoring for trend analysis
Dynamic ATR-Based Smart Score Threshold System
Market Volatility Adaptive Scoring
// Real-time ATR Analysis
atr_raw = ta.atr(atrLen)
atrValue = na(atr_raw) ? close * 0.02 : atr_raw
atrRatio = atrValue / close
// Three-Tier Dynamic Threshold Matrix
dynamicThreshold = atrRatio > 0.02 ? 1.0 : // High volatility: Lower threshold
(atrRatio > 0.01 ? 1.5 : // Medium volatility: Standard
2.8) // Low volatility: Higher threshold
The market volatility adaptive scoring calculates real-time ATR with a 2% fallback for new markets. The atrRatio represents the relationship between current volatility and price, creating a foundation for threshold adjustment.
The three-tier dynamic threshold matrix responds to market conditions by adjusting requirements based on volatility levels: lowering thresholds during high volatility periods above 2% ATR ratio to 1.0 points, maintaining standard requirements at 1.5 points for medium volatility between 1-2%, and raising standards to 2.8 points during low volatility periods below 1%.
Profit-Loss Adaptive Management:
The system applies different evaluation criteria based on position performance:
Winning Positions (realROI ≥ 0%):
→ timeMultiplier = 1.0 (No additional pressure)
→ Maintains base threshold requirements
→ Allows natural progression to TP2/TP3 levels
Losing Positions (realROI < 0%):
→ Progressive time pressure activated
→ Increasingly strict requirements over time
→ Faster decision-making on underperforming trades
ROI-Adaptive Smart Hold Decision Process:
The strategy uses a profit-loss adaptive system:
Winning Position Management (ROI ≥ 0%):
✅ Standard threshold requirements maintained
✅ No additional time-based pressure applied
✅ Allows positions to progress toward TP2/TP3 levels
✅ timeMultiplier remains at 1.0 regardless of hold duration
Losing Position Management (ROI < 0%):
⚠️ Time-based threshold adjustments activated
⚠️ Progressive increase in required signal strength over time
⚠️ Earlier exit evaluation on underperforming positions
⚠️ timeMultiplier increases from 1.0 → 1.1 → 1.3 based on hold duration
Real-Time Monitoring:
Monitor Analysis Table → "Smart" filter → "Score" vs "Dynamic Threshold"
Winning positions: Evaluation based on signal strength deterioration only
Losing positions: Evaluation considers both signal strength and progressive time adjustments
Breakeven positions (0% ROI): Treated as winning positions - no time adjustments
This approach differentiates between winning and losing positions in the hold evaluation process, requiring higher signal thresholds for extended holding of losing positions while maintaining standard requirements for winning ones.
ROI-Conditional Decision Matrix Examples:
Scenario 1 - Winning Position in Any Market:
Position ROI: +0.8% → timeMultiplier = 1.0 (regardless of hold time)
ATR Medium (1.2%) → dynamicThreshold = 1.5
Final Threshold = 1.5 × 1.0 = 1.5 points ✅ Position continues
Scenario 2 - Losing Position, Extended Hold:
Position ROI: -0.5% → Time pressure activated
Hold Time: 20 bars → timeMultiplier = 1.3
ATR Low (0.8%) → dynamicThreshold = 2.8
Final Threshold = 2.8 × 1.3 = 3.64 points ⚡ Enhanced requirements
Scenario 3 - Fresh Losing Position:
Position ROI: -0.3% → Time pressure activated
Hold Time: 5 bars → timeMultiplier = 1.0 (still early)
ATR High (2.1%) → dynamicThreshold = 1.0
Final Threshold = 1.0 × 1.0 = 1.0 points 📊 Recovery opportunity
Scenario 4 - Breakeven Position:
Position ROI: 0.0% → timeMultiplier = 1.0 (no pressure)
Hold Time: 15 bars → No time penalty applied
Final Threshold = dynamicThreshold only ⚖️ Neutral treatment
🔄8-Candle Sliding Window Signal Rotation System
Composite Signal Counting Mechanism
// Dynamic Lookback Window (configurable: default 8)
signalLookbackBars = input.int(8, "Composite Lookback Bars", minval=1, maxval=50)
// Rolling Signal Analysis
compositeBuyRecentCount = 0
compositeSellRecentCount = 0
for i = 0 to signalLookbackBars - 1
compositeBuyRecentCount += compositeBuySignal ? 1 : 0
compositeSellRecentCount += compositeSellSignal ? 1 : 0
Candle Flow Example (8-bar window):
→
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New Signal Count = 5/8 signals in window
Threshold Check: 5 ≥ signalMinCount (2) = HOLD CONFIRMED
Signal Decay & Refresh Mechanism
// Signal Persistence Tracking
if compositeBuyRecentCount >= signalMinCount
smartHold_Long = true
else
smartHold_Long = false
The composite signal counting operates through a configurable sliding window. The system maintains rolling counters that scan backward through the specified number of candles.
During each evaluation cycle, the algorithm iterates through historical bars, incrementing counters when composite signals are detected. This creates a dynamic signal persistence measurement where recent signal density determines holding decisions.
The sliding window rotation functions like a moving conveyor belt where new signals enter while the oldest signals drop off. For example, in an 8-bar window, if 5 out of 8 recent candles showed composite buy signals, and the minimum required count is 2, the system confirms the hold condition. As new bars form, the window slides forward, potentially changing the signal count and triggering exit conditions when signal density falls below the threshold.
Signal decay and refresh occur continuously where smartHold_Long remains true only when compositeBuyRecentCount exceeds signalMinCount. When recent signal density drops below the minimum requirement, the system switches to exit mode.
Advanced Signal Stack Management - 22-Signal Real-Time Evaluation
// Long Position Signal Stacking (calc_on_every_tick=true)
if inLong
// Primary Reversal Signals
if signalRedDiamond: signalCountRedDiamond += 1 // -0.5 points
if signalStarUprising: signalCountStarUprising += 1 // +1.5 points
if entryUltraShort: signalCountUltra += 1 // -1.0 points
// Trend Confirmation Signals
if strongUpTrend: trendUpCount_Long += 1 // +1.5 points
if emaAlignment_Bull: bullAlignCount_Long += 1 // +1.0 points
// Risk Assessment Signals
if highRisk_Long: riskCount_Long += 1 // -1.5 points
if topZone: tzoneCount_Long += 1 // -0.5 points
The per-tick signal accumulation system operates with calc_on_every_tick=true for real-time responsiveness. During long positions, the system monitors primary reversal signals where Red Diamond signals subtract 0.5 points as reversal warnings, Star Uprising adds 1.5 points for continuation signals, and Ultra Short signals deduct 1.0 points as counter-trend warnings.
Trend confirmation signals provide weighted scoring where strongUpTrend adds 1.5 points for aligned momentum, emaAlignment_Bull contributes 1.0 point for structural support, and various EMA-based confirmations contribute to the overall score. Risk assessment signals apply negative weighting where highRisk_Long situations subtract 1.5 points, topZone conditions deduct 0.5 points, and other risk factors create defensive scoring adjustments.
The smart score calculation aggregates all 22 components in real-time, combining reversal warnings, continuation signals, trend alignment indicators, EMA structural analysis, and risk penalties into a numerical representation of market conditions. This score updates continuously, providing the foundation for hold-or-exit decisions.
MULTI-TIMEFRAME (MTF) SYSTEM
MTF Data Collection
The strategy requests higher timeframe data (default 30-minute) for trend confirmation:
= request.security(syminfo.tickerid, mtfTimeframe, , lookahead=barmerge.lookahead_off, gaps=barmerge.gaps_off)
MTF Watchtower System - Implementation Logic
The system employs a timeframe discrimination protocol where currentTFInMinutes is compared against a 30-minute threshold. This creates different operational behavior between timeframes:
📊 Timeframe Testing Results:
30M+ charts: Full MTF confirmation → Tested with full features
15M charts: Local EMA + adjusted parameters → Standard testing baseline
5M charts: Local EMA only → Requires parameter adjustment
1M charts: High noise → Limited testing conducted
When the chart timeframe is 30 minutes or above, the strategy activates useMTF = true and requests external MTF data through request.security(). For timeframes below 30 minutes, including your 5-minute setup, the system deliberately uses local EMA calculations to avoid MTF lag and data inconsistencies.
The triple-layer data sourcing architecture works as follows: timeframes from 1 minute to 29 minutes rely on chart-based EMA calculations for immediate responsiveness. Timeframes of 30 minutes and above utilize MTF data through the security function, with a backup system that doubles the EMA length (emaLen * 2) if MTF data fails. When MTF data is unavailable or invalid, the system falls back to local EMA as the final safety net.
Data validation occurs through a pipeline where mtf_dataValid checks not only for non-null values but also verifies that EMA values are positive above zero. The system tracks data sources through mtf_dataSource which displays "MTF Data" for successful external requests, "Backup EMA" for failed MTF with backup system active, or "Chart EMA" for local calculations.
🔄 MTF Smart Score Caching & Recheck System
// Cache Update Decision Logic
mtfSmartIntervalSec = input.int(300, "Smart Grid Recheck Interval (sec)") // 5-minute cache
canRecheckSmartScore = na(timenow) ? false :
(na(lastCheckTime) or (timenow - lastCheckTime) > mtfSmartIntervalSec * 1000)
// Cache Management
if canRecheckSmartScore
lastCheckTime := timenow
cachedSmartScoreLong := smartScoreLong // Store current calculation
cachedSmartScoreShort := smartScoreShort
The performance-optimized caching system addresses the computational intensity of continuous MTF analysis through intelligent interval management. The mtfSmartIntervalSec parameter, defaulting to 300 seconds (5 minutes), determines cache refresh frequency. The system evaluates canRecheckSmartScore by comparing current time against lastCheckTime plus the configured interval.
When cache updates trigger, the system stores current calculations in cachedSmartScoreLong and cachedSmartScoreShort, creating stable reference points that reduce excessive MTF requests. This cache management balances computational efficiency with analytical accuracy.
The cache versus real-time hybrid system creates a multi-layered decision matrix where immediate signals update every tick for responsive market reaction, cached MTF scores refresh every 5 minutes for stability filtering, dynamic thresholds recalculate every bar for volatility adaptation, and sliding window analysis updates every bar for trend persistence validation.
This architecture balances real-time signal detection with multi-timeframe strategic validation, creating adaptive trading intelligence that responds immediately to market changes while maintaining strategic stability through cached analysis and volatility-adjusted decision thresholds.
⚡The Execution Section Deep Dive
The execution section represents the culmination of all previous systems – where analysis transforms into action.
🚪 Entry Execution: The Gateway Protocol
Primary Entry Validation:
Entry isn't just about seeing a signal – it's about passing through multiple security checkpoints, each designed to filter out low-quality opportunities.
Stage 1: Signal Confirmation
entryCompositeBuySignal must be TRUE for longs
entryCompositeSellSignal must be TRUE for shorts
Stage 2: Enhanced Entry Validation
The strategy employs an "OR" logic system that recognizes different types of market opportunities:
Path A - Trend Reversal Entry:
When emaTrendReversal_Long triggers, it indicates the market structure is shifting in favor of the trade direction. This isn't just about a single EMA crossing – it represents a change in market momentum that experienced traders recognize as potential high-probability setups.
Path B - Momentum Breakout Entry:
The strongBullMomentum condition is where QRE identifies accelerating market conditions:
Criteria:
EMA1 rising for 3+ candles AND
EMA2 rising for 2+ candles AND
Close > 10-period high
This combination captures those explosive moves where the market doesn't just trend – it accelerates, creating momentum-driven opportunities.
Path C - Recovery Entry:
When previous exit states are clean (no recent stop losses), the strategy permits entry based purely on signal strength. This pathway is designed to help avoid the strategy becoming overly cautious after successful trades.
🛡️ The Priority Exit Matrix: When Rules Collide
Not all exit signals are created equal. QRE uses a strict hierarchy that is designed to avoid conflicting signals from causing hesitation:
Priority Level 1 - Exception Exits (Immediate Action):
Condition: TP3 reached AND Wick Trap detected
Action: Immediate exit regardless of other signals
Rationale: Historical analysis suggests wick traps at TP3 may indicate potential reversals
Priority Level 2 - Structural Breakdown:
Condition: TP3 active AND EMA structure deteriorating AND Smart Score insufficient
Logic: isEMAStructureDown AND NOT smartHold_Long
This represents the strategy recognizing that the underlying market structure that justified the trade is failing. It's like a building inspector identifying structural issues – you don't wait for additional confirmation.
Priority Level 3 - Enhanced Volatility Exits:
Conditions: TP2 active AND Strong counter-candle AND Wick trap AND Volume spike
Logic: Multiple confirmation required to reduce false exits
Priority Level 4 - Standard Smart Score Exits:
Condition: Any TP level active AND smartHold evaluates to FALSE
This is the bread-and-butter exit logic where signal deterioration triggers exit
⚖️ Stop Loss Management: Risk Control Protocol
Dual Stop Loss System:
QRE provides two stop loss modes that users can select based on their preference:
Fixed Mode (Default - useAdaptiveSL = false):
Uses predetermined percentage levels regardless of market volatility:
- Long SL = entryPrice × (1 - fixedRiskP - slipBuffer)
- Short SL = entryPrice × (1 + fixedRiskP + slipBuffer)
- Default: 0.6% risk + 0.3% slippage buffer = 0.9% total stop
- Consistent and predictable stop loss levels
- Recommended for users who prefer stable risk parameters
Adaptive Mode (Optional - useAdaptiveSL = true):
Dynamic system that adjusts stop loss based on market volatility:
- Base Calculation uses ATR (Average True Range)
- Long SL = entryPrice × (1 - (ATR × atrMultSL) / entryPrice - slipBuffer)
- Short SL = entryPrice × (1 + (ATR × atrMultSL) / entryPrice + slipBuffer)
- Automatically widens stops during high volatility periods
- Tightens stops during low volatility periods
- Advanced users can enable for volatility-adaptive risk management
Trend Multiplier Enhancement (Both Modes):
When strongUpTrend is detected for long positions, the stop loss receives 1.5x breathing room. Strong trends often have deeper retracements before continuing. This is designed to help avoid the strategy being shaken out of active trades by normal market noise.
Mode Selection Guidance:
- New Users: Start with Fixed Mode for predictable risk levels
- Experienced Users: Consider Adaptive Mode for volatility-responsive stops
- Volatile Markets: Adaptive Mode may provide better stop placement
- Stable Markets: Fixed Mode often sufficient for consistent risk management
Early Exit Conditions:
Beyond traditional stop losses, QRE implements "smart stops" that trigger before price-based stops:
Early Long Exit: (smartScoreLong < 1.0 OR prev5BearCandles) AND realROI < -0.9%
🔄 State Management: The Memory System
Complete State Reset Protocol:
When a position closes, QRE doesn't just wipe the slate clean – it performs a methodical reset:
TP State Cleanup:
All Boolean flags: tp1/tp2/tp3HitBefore → FALSE
All Reached flags: tp1/tp2/tp3Reached → FALSE
All Active flags: tp1/tp2/tp3HoldActive → FALSE
Signal Counter Reset:
Every one of the 22 signal counters returns to zero.
This is designed to avoid signal "ghosting" where old signals influence new trades.
Memory Preservation:
While operational states reset, certain information is preserved for learning:
killReasonLong/Short: Why did this trade end?
lastExitWasTP1/TP2/TP3: What was the exit quality?
reEntryCount: How many consecutive re-entries have occurred?
🔄 Re-Entry Logic: The Comeback System
Re-Entry Conditions Matrix:
QRE implements a re-entry system that recognizes not all exits are created equal:
TP-Based Re-Entry (Enabled):
Criteria: Previous exit was TP1, TP2, or TP3
Cooldown: Minimal or bypassed entirely
Logic: Target-based exits indicate potentially viable market conditions
EMA-Based Re-Entry (Conditional):
Criteria: Previous exit was EMA-based (structural change)
Requirements: Must wait for EMA confirmation in new direction
Minimum Wait: 5 candles
Advanced Re-Entry Features:
When adjustReEntryTargets is enabled, the strategy becomes more aggressive with re-entries:
Target Adjustment: TP1 multiplied by reEntryTP1Mult (default 2.0)
Stop Adjustment: SL multiplied by reEntrySLMult (default 1.5)
Logic: If we're confident enough to re-enter, we should be confident enough to hold for bigger moves
Performance Tracking: Strategy tracks re-entry win rate, average ROI, and total performance separately from initial entries for optimization analysis.
📊 Exit Reason Analytics: Learning from Every Trade
Kill Reason Tracking:
Every exit is categorized and stored:
"TP3 Exit–Wick Trap": Exit at target level with wick pattern detection
"Smart Exit–EMA Down": Structural breakdown exit
"Smart Exit–Volatility": Volatility-based protection exit
"Exit Post-TP1/TP2/TP3": Standard smart exit progression
"Long SL Exit" / "Short SL Exit": Stop loss exits
Performance Differentiation:
The strategy tracks performance by exit type, allowing for continuous analysis:
TP-based exits: Achieved target levels, analyze for pattern improvement
EMA-based exits: Mixed results, analyze for pattern improvement
SL-based exits: Learning opportunities, adjust entry criteria
Volatility exits: Protective measures, monitor performance
🎛️ Trailing Stop Implementation:
Conditional Trailing Activation:
Activation Criteria: Position profitable beyond trailingStartPct AND
(TP hold active OR re-entry trade)
Dynamic Trailing Logic:
Unlike simple trailing stops, QRE's implementation considers market context:
Trending Markets: Wider trail offsets to avoid whipsaws
Volatile Markets: Tighter offsets to protect gains
Re-Entry Trades: Enhanced trailing to maximize second-chance opportunities
Return-to-Entry Protection:
When deactivateOnReturn is enabled, the strategy will close positions that return to entry level after being profitable. This is designed to help avoid the frustration of watching profitable trades turn into losers.
🧠 How It All Works Together
The beauty of QRE lies not in any single component, but in how everything integrates:
The Entry Decision: Multiple pathways are designed to help identify opportunities while maintaining filtering standards.
The Progression System: Each TP level unlocks new protection features, like achieving ranks in a video game.
The Exit Matrix: Prioritized decision-making aims to reduce analysis paralysis while providing appropriate responses to different market conditions.
The Memory System: Learning from each trade while preventing contamination between separate opportunities.
The Re-Entry Logic: Re-entry system that balances opportunity with risk management.
This creates a trading system where entry conditions filter for quality, progression systems adapt to changing market conditions, exit priorities handle conflicting signals intelligently, memory systems learn from each trade cycle, and re-entry logic maximizes opportunities while managing risk exposure.
📊 ANALYSIS TABLE INTERPRETATION -
⚙️ Enabling Analysis Mode
Navigate to strategy settings → "Testing & Analysis" → Enable "Show Analysis Table". The Analysis Table displays different information based on the selected test filter and provides real-time insight into all strategy components, helping users understand current market conditions, position status, and system decision-making processes.
📋 Filter Mode Interpretations
"All" Mode (Default View):
Composite Section:
Buy Score: Aggregated strength from all 22 bullish signals (threshold 5.0+ triggers entry consideration)
Sell Score: Aggregated strength from all 22 bearish signals (threshold 5.4+ triggers entry consideration)
APEX Filters:
ATG Trend: Shows current trend direction analysis
Indicates whether momentum filters are aligned for directional bias
ReEntry Section:
Most Recent Exit: Displays exit type and timeframe since last position closure
Status: Shows if ReEntry system is Ready/Waiting/Disabled
Count: Current re-entry attempts versus maximum allowed attempts
Position Section (When Active):
Status: Current position state (LONG/SHORT/FLAT)
ROI: Dual calculation showing Custom vs Real ROI percentages
Entry Price: Original position entry level
Current Price: Live market price for comparison
TP Tracking: Progress toward profit targets
"Smart" Filter (Critical for Active Positions):
Smart Exit Section:
Hold Timer: Time elapsed since position opened (bar-based counting)
Status: Whether Smart Exit Grid is Enabled/Disabled
Score: Current smart score calculation from 22-component matrix
Dynamic Threshold: ATR-based minimum score required for holding
Final Threshold: Time and ROI-adjusted threshold actually used for decisions
Score Check: Pass/Fail based on Score vs Final Threshold comparison
Smart Hold: Current hold decision status
Final Hold: Final recommendation based on all factors
🎯 Advanced Smart Exit Debugging - ROI & Time-Based Threshold System
Understanding the Multi-Layer Threshold System:
Layer 1: Dynamic Threshold (ATR-Based)
atrRatio = ATR / close
dynamicThreshold = atrRatio > 0.02 ? 1.0 : // High volatility: Lower threshold
(atrRatio > 0.01 ? 1.5 : // Medium volatility: Standard
2.8) // Low volatility: Higher threshold
Layer 2: Time Multiplier (ROI & Duration-Based)
Winning Positions (ROI ≥ 0%):
→ timeMultiplier = 1.0 (No time pressure, regardless of hold duration)
Losing Positions (ROI < 0%):
→ holdTimer ≤ 8 bars: timeMultiplier = 1.0 (Early stage, standard requirements)
→ holdTimer 9-16 bars: timeMultiplier = 1.1 (10% stricter requirements)
→ holdTimer 17+ bars: timeMultiplier = 1.3 (30% stricter requirements)
Layer 3: Final Threshold Calculation
finalThreshold = dynamicThreshold × timeMultiplier
Examples:
- Winning Position: 2.8 × 1.0 = 2.8 (Always standard)
- Losing Position (Early): 2.8 × 1.0 = 2.8 (Same as winning initially)
- Losing Position (Extended): 2.8 × 1.3 = 3.64 (Much stricter)
Real-Time Debugging Display:
Smart Exit Section shows:
Score: 3.5 → Current smartScoreLong/Short value
Dynamic Threshold: 2.8 → Base ATR-calculated threshold
Final Threshold: 3.64 (ATR×1.3) → Actual threshold used for decisions
Score Check: FAIL (3.5 vs 3.64) → Pass/Fail based on final comparison
Final Hold: NO HOLD → Actual system decision
Position Status Indicators:
Winner + Early: ATR×1.0 (No pressure)
Winner + Extended: ATR×1.0 (No pressure - winners can run indefinitely)
Loser + Early: ATR×1.0 (Recovery opportunity)
Loser + Extended: ATR×1.1 or ATR×1.3 (Increasing pressure to exit)
MTF Section:
Data Source: Shows whether using MTF Data/EMA Backup/Local EMA
Timeframe: Configured watchtower timeframe setting
Data Valid: Confirms successful MTF data retrieval status
Trend Signal: Higher timeframe directional bias analysis
Close Price: MTF price data availability confirmation
"Composite" Filter:
Composite Section:
Buy Score: Real-time weighted scoring from multiple indicators
Sell Score: Opposing directional signal strength
Threshold: Minimum scores required for signal activation
Components:
Flash/Blink: Momentum acceleration indicators (F = Flash active, B = Blink active)
Individual filter contributions showing which specific signals are firing
"ReEntry" Filter:
ReEntry System:
System: Shows if re-entry feature is Enabled/Disabled
Eligibility: Conditions for new entries in each direction
Performance: Success metrics of re-entry attempts when enabled
🎯 Key Status Indicators
Status Column Symbols:
✓ = Condition met / System active / Signal valid
✗ = Condition not met / System inactive / No signal
⏳ = Cooldown active (waiting period)
✅ = Ready state / Good condition
🔄 = Processing / Transitioning state
🔍 Critical Reading Guidelines
For Active Positions - Smart Exit Priority Reading:
1. First Check Position Type:
ROI ≥ 0% = Winning Position (Standard requirements)
ROI < 0% = Losing Position (Progressive requirements)
2. Check Hold Duration:
Early Stage (≤8 bars): Standard multiplier regardless of ROI
Extended Stage (9-16 bars): Slight pressure on losing positions
Long Stage (17+ bars): Strong pressure on losing positions
3. Score vs Final Threshold Analysis:
Score ≥ Final Threshold = HOLD (Continue position)
Score < Final Threshold = EXIT (Close position)
Watch for timeMultiplier changes as position duration increases
4. Understanding "Why No Hold?"
Common scenarios when Score Check shows FAIL:
Losing position held too long (timeMultiplier increased to 1.1 or 1.3)
Low volatility period (dynamic threshold raised to 2.8)
Signal deterioration (smart score dropped below required level)
MTF conflict (higher timeframe opposing position direction)
For Entry Signal Analysis:
Composite Score Reading: Signal strength relative to threshold requirements
Component Analysis: Individual filter contributions to overall score
EMA Structure: Confirm 3-bar crossover requirement met
Cooldown Status: Ensure sufficient time passed since last exit
For ReEntry Opportunities (when enabled):
System Status: Availability and eligibility for re-engagement
Exit Type Analysis: TP-based exits enable immediate re-entry, SL-based exits require cooldown
Condition Monitoring: Requirements for potential re-entry signals
Debugging Common Issues:
Issue: "Score is high but no hold?"
→ Check Final Threshold vs Score (not Dynamic Threshold)
→ Losing position may have increased timeMultiplier
→ Extended hold duration applying pressure
Issue: "Why different thresholds for same score?"
→ Position ROI status affects multiplier
→ Time elapsed since entry affects multiplier
→ Market volatility affects base threshold
Issue: "MTF conflicts with local signals?"
→ Higher timeframe trend opposing position
→ System designed to exit on MTF conflicts
→ Check MTF Data Valid status
⚡ Performance Optimization Notes
For Better Performance:
Analysis table updates may impact performance on some devices
Use specific filters rather than "All" mode for focused monitoring
Consider disabling during live trading for optimal chart performance
Enable only when needed for debugging or analysis
Strategic Usage:
Monitor "Smart" filter when positions are active for exit timing decisions
Use "Composite" filter during setup phases for signal strength analysis
Reference "ReEntry" filter after position closures for re-engagement opportunities
Track Final Threshold changes to understand exit pressure evolution
Advanced Debugging Workflow:
Position Entry Analysis:
Check Composite score vs threshold
Verify EMA crossover timing (3 bars prior)
Confirm cooldown completion
Hold Decision Monitoring:
Track Score vs Final Threshold progression
Monitor timeMultiplier changes over time
Watch for MTF conflicts
Exit Timing Analysis:
Identify which threshold layer caused exit
Track performance by exit type
Analyze re-entry eligibility
This analysis system provides transparency into strategy decision-making processes, allowing users to understand how signals are generated and positions are managed according to the programmed logic during various market conditions and position states.
SIGNAL TYPES AND CHARACTERISTICS
🔥 Core Momentum Signals
Flash Signal
Calculation: ta.rma(math.abs(close - close ), 5) > ta.sma(math.abs(close - close ), 7)
Purpose: Detects sudden price acceleration using smoothed momentum comparison
Characteristics: Triggers when recent price movement exceeds historical average movement
Usage: Primary momentum confirmation across multiple composite calculations
Weight: 1.3 points in composite scoring
Blink Signal
Calculation: math.abs(ta.change(close, 1)) > ta.sma(math.abs(ta.change(close, 1)), 5)
Purpose: Identifies immediate price velocity spikes
Characteristics: More sensitive than Flash, captures single-bar momentum bursts
Usage: Secondary momentum confirmation, often paired with Flash
Weight: 1.3 points in composite scoring
⚡ Advanced Composite Signals
Apex Pulse Signal
Calculation: apexAngleValue > 30 or apexAngleValue < -30
Purpose: Detects extreme EMA angle momentum
Characteristics: Identifies when trend angle exceeds ±30 degrees
Usage: Confirms directional momentum strength in trend-following scenarios
Pressure Surge Signal
Calculation: volSpike_AVP and strongTrendUp_ATG
Purpose: Combines volume expansion with trend confirmation
Characteristics: Requires both volume spike and strong uptrend simultaneously
Usage: bullish signal for trend continuation
Shift Wick Signal
Calculation: ta.crossunder(ema1, ema2) and isWickTrapDetected and directionFlip
Purpose: Detects bearish reversal with wick trap confirmation
Characteristics: Combines EMA crossunder with upper wick dominance and directional flip
Usage: Reversal signal for trend change identification
🛡️ Trap Exit Protection Signals
Bear Trap Exit
Calculation: isUpperWickTrap and isBearEngulfNow
Conditions: Previous bullish candle with 80%+ upper wick, followed by current bearish engulfing
Purpose: Emergency exit signal for long positions
Priority: Highest - overrides all other hold conditions
Action: Immediate position closure with full state reset
Bull Trap Exit
Calculation: isLowerWickTrap and isBullEngulfNow
Conditions: Previous bearish candle with 80%+ lower wick, followed by current bullish engulfing
Purpose: Emergency exit signal for short positions
Priority: Highest - overrides all other hold conditions
Action: Immediate position closure with full state reset
📊 Technical Analysis Foundation Signals
RSI-MFI Hybrid System
Base Calculation: (ta.rsi(close, 14) + ta.mfi(close, 14)) / 2
Oversold Threshold: < 35
Overbought Threshold: > 65
Weak Condition: < 35 and declining
Strong Condition: > 65 and rising
Usage: Momentum confirmation and reversal identification
ADX-DMI Trend Classification
Strong Up Trend: (adx > 25 and diplus > diminus and (diplus - diminus) > 5) or (ema1 > ema2 and ema2 > ema3 and ta.rising(ema2, 3))
Strong Down Trend: (adx > 20 and diminus > diplus - 5) or (ema1 < ema2 and ta.falling(ema1, 3))
Trend Weakening: adx < adx and adx < adx
Usage: Primary trend direction confirmation
Bollinger Band Squeeze Detection
Calculation: bbWidth < ta.lowest(bbWidth, 20) * 1.2
Purpose: Identifies low volatility periods before breakouts
Usage: Entry filter - avoids trades during consolidation
🎨 Visual Signal Indicators
Red X Signal
Calculation: isBearCandle and ta.crossunder(ema1, ema2)
Visual: Red X above price
Purpose: Bearish EMA crossunder with confirming candle
Composite Weight: +1.0 for short positions, -1.0 for long positions
Characteristics: Simple but effective trend change indicator
Green Dot Signal
Calculation: isBullCandle and ta.crossover(ema1, ema2)
Visual: Green dot below price
Purpose: Bullish EMA crossover with confirming candle
Composite Weight: +1.0 for long positions, -1.0 for short positions
Characteristics: Entry confirmation for trend-following strategies
Blue Diamond Signal
Trigger Conditions: amcBuySignal and score >= 4
Scoring Components: 11 different technical conditions
Key Requirements: AMC bullish + momentum rise + EMA expansion + volume confirmation
Visual: Blue diamond below price
Purpose: Bullish reversal or continuation signal
Characteristics: Multi-factor confirmation requiring 4+ technical alignments
Red Diamond Signal
Trigger Conditions: amcSellSignal and score >= 5
Scoring Components: 11 different technical conditions (stricter than Blue Diamond)
Key Requirements: AMC bearish + momentum crash + EMA compression + volume decline
Visual: Red diamond above price
Purpose: Potential bearish reversal or continuation signal
Characteristics: Requires higher threshold (5 vs 4) for more selective triggering
🔵 Specialized Detection Signals
Blue Dot Signal
Calculation: volumePulse and isCandleStrong and volIsHigh
Requirements: Volume > 2.0x MA, strong candle body > 35% of range, volume MA > 55
Purpose: Volume-confirmed momentum signal
Visual: Blue dot above price
Characteristics: Volume-centric signal for high-liquidity environments
Orange X Signal
Calculation: Complex multi-factor oversold reversal detection
Requirements: AMC oversold + wick trap + flash/blink + RSI-MFI oversold + bullish flip
Purpose: Oversold bounce signal with multiple confirmations
Visual: Orange X below price
Characteristics: Reversal signal requiring 5+ simultaneous conditions
VSS (Velocity Signal System)
Components: Volume spike + EMA angle + trend direction
Buy Signal: vssTrigger and vssTrendDir == 1
Sell Signal: vssTrigger and vssTrendDir == -1
Visual: Green/Red triangles
Purpose: Velocity-based momentum detection
Characteristics: Fast-response signal for momentum trading
⭐ Elite Composite Signals
Star Uprising Signal
Base Requirements: entryCompositeBuySignal and echoBodyLong and strongUpTrend and isAMCUp
Additional Confirmations: RSI hybrid strong + not high risk
Special Conditions: At bottom zone OR RSI bottom bounce OR strong volume bounce
Visual: Star symbol below price
Purpose: Bullish reversal signal from oversold conditions
Characteristics: Most selective bullish signal requiring multiple confirmations
Ultra Short Signal
Scoring System: 7-component scoring requiring 4+ points
Key Components: EMA trap + volume decline + RSI weakness + composite confirmation
Additional Requirements: Falling EMA structure + volume spike + flash confirmation
Visual: Explosion emoji above price
Purpose: Aggressive short entry for trend reversal or continuation
Characteristics: Complex multi-layered signal for experienced short selling
🎯 Composite Signal Architecture
Enhanced Composite Scoring
Long Composite: 15+ weighted components including structure, momentum, flash/blink, volume, price action, reversal triggers, trend alignment
Short Composite: Mirror structure with bearish bias
Threshold: 5.0 points required for signal activation
Conflict Resolution: If both long and short signals trigger simultaneously, both are disabled
Final Validation: Requires EMA momentum confirmation (ta.rising(emaFast_ATG, 2) for longs, ta.falling(emaFast_ATG, 2) for shorts)
Risk Assessment Integration
High Risk Long: RSI > 70 OR close > upper Bollinger Band 80%
High Risk Short: RSI < 30 OR close < lower Bollinger Band 80%
Zone Analysis: Top zone (95% of 50-bar high) vs Bottom zone (105% of 50-bar low)
Risk Penalty: High risk conditions subtract 1.5 points from composite scores
This signal architecture creates a multi-layered detection system where simple momentum signals provide foundation, technical analysis adds structure, visual indicators offer clarity, specialized detectors capture different market conditions, and composite signals identify potential opportunities while integrated risk assessment is designed to filter risky entries.
VISUAL FEATURES SHOWCASE
Ichimoku Cloud Visualization
Dynamic Color Intensity: Cloud transparency adapts to momentum strength - darker colors indicate stronger directional moves, while lighter transparency shows weakening momentum phases.
Gradient Color Mapping: Bullish momentum renders blue-purple spectrum with increasing opacity, while bearish momentum displays corresponding color gradients with intensity-based transparency.
Real-time Momentum Feedback: Color saturation provides immediate visual feedback on market structure strength, allowing traders to assess levels at a glance without additional indicators.
EMA Ribbon Bands
The 8-level exponential moving average system creates a comprehensive trend structure map with gradient color coding.
Signal Type Visualization
STRATEGY PROPERTIES & BACKTESTING DISCLOSURE
📊 Default Strategy Configuration:
✅ Initial Capital: 100,000 USD (realistic for average traders)
✅ Commission: 0.075% per trade (realistic exchange fees)
✅ Slippage: 3 ticks (market impact consideration)
✅ Position Size: 5% equity per trade (sustainable risk level)
✅ Pyramiding: Disabled (single position management)
✅ Sample Size: 185 trades over 12-month backtesting period
✅ Risk Management: Adaptive stop loss with maximum 1% risk per trade
COMPREHENSIVE BACKTESTING RESULTS
Testing Period & Market Conditions:
Backtesting Period: June 25, 2024 - June 25, 2025 (12 months)
Timeframe: 15-minute charts (MTF system active)
Market: BTCUSDT (Bitcoin/Tether)
Market Conditions: Full market cycle including volatility periods
Deep Backtesting: Enabled for maximum accuracy
📈 Performance Summary:
Total Return: +2.19% (+2,193.59 USDT)
Total Trades Executed: 185 trades
Win Rate: 34.05% (63 winning trades out of 185)
Profit Factor: 1.295 (gross profit ÷ gross loss)
Maximum Drawdown: 0.65% (653.17 USDT)
Risk-Adjusted Returns: Consistent with conservative risk management approach
📊 Detailed Trade Analysis:
Position Distribution:
Long Positions: 109 trades (58.9%) | Win Rate: 36.70%
Short Positions: 76 trades (41.1%) | Win Rate: 30.26%
Average Trade Duration: Optimized for 15-minute timeframe efficiency
Profitability Metrics:
Average Profit per Trade: 11.74 USDT (0.23%)
Average Winning Trade: 151.17 USDT (3.00%)
Average Losing Trade: 60.27 USDT (1.20%)
Win/Loss Ratio: 2.508 (winners are 2.5x larger than losses)
Largest Single Win: 436.02 USDT (8.69%)
Largest Single Loss: 107.41 USDT (controlled risk management)
💰 Financial Performance Breakdown:
Gross Profit: 9,523.93 USDT (9.52% of capital)
Gross Loss: 7,352.48 USDT (7.35% of capital)
Net Profit After Costs: 2,171.44 USDT (2.17%)
Commission Costs: 1,402.47 USDT (realistic trading expenses)
Maximum Equity Run-up: 2,431.66 USDT (2.38%)
⚖️ Risk Management Validation:
Maximum Drawdown: 0.65% showing controlled risk management
Drawdown Recovery: Consistent equity curve progression
Risk per Trade: Successfully maintained below 1.5% per position
Position Sizing: 5% equity allocation proved sustainable throughout testing period
📋 Strategy Performance Characteristics:
✅ Strengths Demonstrated:
Controlled Risk: Maximum drawdown well below industry standards (< 1%)
Positive Expectancy: Win/loss ratio of 2.5+ creates profitable edge
Consistent Performance: Steady equity curve without extreme volatility
Realistic Costs: Includes actual commission and slippage impacts
Sample Size: 185 trades during testing period
⚠️ Performance Considerations:
Win Rate: 34% win rate requires discipline to follow system signals
Market Dependency: Performance may vary significantly in different market conditions
Timeframe Sensitivity: Optimized for 15-minute charts; other timeframes may show different results
Slippage Impact: Real trading conditions may affect actual performance
📊 Benchmark Comparison:
Strategy Return: +2.19% over 12 months
Buy & Hold Bitcoin: +71.12% over same period
Strategy Advantage: Significantly lower drawdown and volatility
Risk-Adjusted Performance: Different risk profile compared to holding cryptocurrency
🎯 Real-World Application Insights:
Expected Trading Frequency:
Average: 15.4 trades per month (185 trades ÷ 12 months)
Weekly Frequency: Approximately 3-4 trades per week
Active Management: Requires regular monitoring during market hours
Capital Requirements:
Minimum Used in Testing: $10,000 for sustainable position sizing
Tested Range: $50,000-$100,000 for comfortable risk management
Commission Impact: 0.075% per trade totaled 1.4% of capital over 12 months
⚠️ IMPORTANT BACKTESTING DISCLAIMERS:
📈 Performance Reality:
Past performance does not guarantee future results. Backtesting results represent hypothetical performance and may not reflect actual trading outcomes due to market changes, execution differences, and emotional factors.
🔄 Market Condition Dependency:
This strategy's performance during the tested period may not be representative of performance in different market conditions, volatility regimes, or trending vs. sideways markets.
💸 Cost Considerations:
Actual trading costs may vary based on broker selection, market conditions, and trade size. Commission rates and slippage assumptions may differ from real-world execution.
🎯 Realistic Expectations:
The 34% win rate requires psychological discipline to continue following signals during losing streaks. Risk management and position sizing are critical for replicating these results.
⚡ Technology Dependencies:
Strategy performance assumes reliable internet connection, platform stability, and timely signal execution. Technical failures may impact actual results.
CONFIGURATION OPTIMIZATION
5-Minute Timeframe Optimization (Advanced Users Only)
⚠️ Important Warning: 5-minute timeframes operate without MTF confirmation, resulting in reduced signal quality and higher false signal rates.
Example 5-Minute Parameters:
Composite Thresholds: Long 6.5, Short 7.0 (vs 15M default 5.0/5.4)
Signal Lookback Bars: 12 (vs 15M default 8)
Volume Multiplier: 2.2 (vs 15M default 1.8)
MTF Timeframe: Disabled (automatic below 30M)
Risk Management Adjustments:
Position Size: Reduce to 3% (vs 5% default)
TP1: 0.8%, TP2: 1.2%, TP3: 2.0% (tighter targets)
SL: 0.8% (tighter stop loss)
Cooldown Minutes: 8 (vs 5 default)
Usage Notes for 5-Minute Trading:
- Wait for higher composite scores before entry
- Require stronger volume confirmation
- Monitor EMA structure more closely
15-Minute Scalping Setup:
TP1: 1.0%, TP2: 1.5%, TP3: 2.5%
Composite Threshold: 5.0 (higher filtering)
TP ATR Multiplier: 7.0
SL ATR Multiplier: 2.5
Volume Multiplier: 1.8 (requires stronger confirmation)
Hold Time: 2 bars minimum
3-Hour Swing Setup:
TP1: 2.0%, TP2: 4.0%, TP3: 8.0%
Composite Threshold: 4.5 (more signals)
TP ATR Multiplier: 8.0
SL ATR Multiplier: 3.2
Volume Multiplier: 1.2
Hold Time: 6 bars minimum
Market-Specific Adjustments
High Volatility Periods:
Increase ATR multipliers (TP: 2.0x, SL: 1.2x)
Raise composite thresholds (+0.5 points)
Reduce position size
Enable cooldown periods
Low Volatility Periods:
Decrease ATR multipliers (TP: 1.2x, SL: 0.8x)
Lower composite thresholds (-0.3 points)
Standard position sizing
Disable extended cooldowns
News Events:
Temporarily disable strategy 30 minutes before major releases
Increase volume requirements (2.0x multiplier)
Reduce position sizes by 50%
Monitor for unusual price action
RISK MANAGEMENT
Dual ROI System: Adaptive vs Fixed Mode
Adaptive RR Mode:
Uses ATR (Average True Range) for automatic adjustment
TP1: 1.0x ATR from entry price
TP2: 1.5x ATR from entry price
TP3: 2.0x ATR from entry price
Stop Loss: 1.0x ATR from entry price
Automatically adjusts to market volatility
Fixed Percentage Mode:
Uses predetermined percentage levels
TP1: 1.0% (default)
TP2: 1.5% (default)
TP3: 2.5% (default)
Stop Loss: 0.9% total (0.6% risk tolerance + 0.3% slippage buffer)(default)
Consistent levels regardless of volatility
Mode Selection: Enable "Use Adaptive RR" for ATR-based targets, disable for fixed percentages. Adaptive mode works better in varying volatility conditions, while fixed mode provides predictable risk/reward ratios.
Stop Loss Management
In Adaptive SL Mode:
Automatically scales with market volatility
Tight stops during low volatility (smaller ATR)
Wider stops during high volatility (larger ATR)
Include 0.3% slippage buffer in both modes
In Fixed Mode:
Consistent percentage-based stops
2% for crypto, 1.5% for forex, 1% for stocks
Manual adjustment needed for different market conditions
Trailing Stop System
Configuration:
Enable Trailing: Activates dynamic stop loss adjustment
Start Trailing %: Profit level to begin trailing (default 1.0%)
Trailing Offset %: Distance from current price (default 0.5%)
Close if Return to Entry: Optional immediate exit if price returns to entry level
Operation: Once position reaches trailing start level, stop loss automatically adjusts upward (longs) or downward (shorts) maintaining the offset distance from favorable price movement.
Timeframe-Specific Risk Considerations
15-Minute and Above (Tested):
✅ Full MTF system active
✅ Standard risk parameters apply
✅ Backtested performance metrics valid
✅ Standard position sizing (5%)
5-Minute Timeframes (Advanced Only):
⚠️ MTF system inactive - local signals only
⚠️ Higher false signal rate expected
⚠️ Reduced position sizing preferred (3%)
⚠️ Tighter stop losses required (0.8% vs 1.2%)
⚠️ Requires parameter optimization
⚠️ Monitor performance closely
1-Minute Timeframes (Limited Testing):
❌ Excessive noise levels
❌ Strategy not optimized for this frequency
Risk Management Practices
Allocate no more than 5% of your total investment portfolio to high-risk trading
Never trade with funds you cannot afford to lose
Thoroughly backtest and validate the strategy with small amounts before full implementation
Always maintain proper risk management and stop-loss settings
IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS
Performance Disclaimer
Past performance does not guarantee future results. All trading involves substantial risk of loss. This strategy is provided for informational purposes and does not constitute financial advice.
Market Risk
Cryptocurrency and forex markets are highly volatile. Prices can move rapidly against positions, resulting in significant losses. Users should never risk more than they can afford to lose.
Strategy Limitations
This strategy relies on technical analysis and may not perform well during fundamental market shifts, news events, or unprecedented market conditions. No trading strategy can guarantee 100% success or eliminate the risk of loss.
Legal Compliance
You are responsible for compliance with all applicable regulations and laws in your jurisdiction. Consult with licensed financial professionals when necessary.
User Responsibility
Users are responsible for their own trading decisions, risk management, and compliance with applicable regulations in their jurisdiction.
VWAP Volume Profile [BigBeluga]🔵 OVERVIEW
VWAP Volume Profile is an advanced hybrid of the VWAP and volume profile concepts. It visualizes how volume accumulates relative to VWAP movement—separating rising (+VWAP) and declining (−VWAP) activity into two mirrored horizontal profiles. It highlights the dominant price bins (POCs) where volume peaked during each directional phase, helping traders spot hidden accumulation or distribution zones.
🔵 CONCEPTS
VWAP-Driven Profiling: Unlike standard volume profiles, this tool segments volume based on VWAP movement—accumulating positive or negative volume depending on VWAP slope.
Dual-Sided Profiles: Profiles expand horizontally to the right of price. Separate bins show rising (+) and falling (−) VWAP volume.
Bin Logic: Volume is accumulated into defined horizontal bins based on VWAP’s position relative to price ranges.
Gradient Coloring: Volume bars are colored with a dynamic gradient to emphasize intensity and direction.
POC Highlighting: The highest-volume bin in each profile type (+/-) is marked with a transparent box and label.
Contextual VWAP Line: VWAP is plotted and dynamically colored (green = rising, orange = falling) for instant trend context.
Candle Overlay: Price candles are recolored to match the VWAP slope for full visual integration.
🔵 FEATURES
Dual-sided horizontal volume profiles based on VWAP slope.
Supports rising VWAP , falling VWAP , or both simultaneously.
Customizable number of bins and lookback period.
Dynamically colored VWAP line to show rising/falling bias.
POC detection and labeling with volume values for +VWAP and −VWAP.
Candlesticks are recolored to match VWAP bias for intuitive momentum tracking.
Optional background boxes with customizable styling.
Adaptive volume scaling to normalize bar length across markets.
🔵 HOW TO USE
Use POC zones to identify high-volume consolidation areas and potential support/resistance levels.
Watch for shifts in VWAP direction and observe how volume builds differently during uptrends and downtrends.
Use the gradient profile shape to detect accumulation (widening volume below price) or distribution (above price).
Use candle coloring for real-time confirmation of VWAP bias.
Adjust the profile period or bin count to fit your trading style (e.g., intraday scalping or swing trading).
🔵 CONCLUSION
VWAP Volume Profile merges two essential concepts—volume and VWAP—into a single, high-precision tool. By visualizing how volume behaves in relation to VWAP movement, it uncovers hidden dynamics often missed by traditional profiles. Perfect for intraday and swing traders who want a more nuanced read on market structure, trend strength, and volume flow.
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🎯 INSTITUTIONAL ORDERFLOW ANALYSIS TOOL
This advanced indicator reveals where BIG MONEY (institutions, hedge funds, smart money) is actively trading by analyzing sophisticated volume patterns and order flow dynamics. It goes far beyond basic volume analysis to detect specific institutional behaviors and trading patterns.
📊 CORE FUNCTIONALITY
Four Analysis Columns:
- VPD (Volume Per Delta): Net institutional pressure and absorption patterns
- VPS (Volume Per Seller): Institutional selling pressure zones
- VPB (Volume Per Buyer): Institutional buying pressure zones
- SVP (Session Volume Profile): Total institutional activity zones
Enhanced Delta Calculation:
- Uses real bid/ask data (95% accuracy on 1-tick timeframe)
- Advanced price action analysis (85% accuracy on other timeframes)
- Significantly more precise than standard volume delta methods
🎨 SMART INSTITUTIONAL PATTERN DETECTION
Advanced Pattern Recognition:
- 🧊 Iceberg Orders: Hidden institutional size appearing repeatedly
- ⚡ Failed Auctions: Identifies truly trapped institutional traders
- 💜 Volume Exhaustion: Detects ending institutional momentum
- 🟨🟧 Absorption Patterns: Shows institutional level defense
- 🔥 Liquidity Sweeps: Identifies institutional stop-hunting
Professional Color System:
- Electric Blue/Bright Magenta: Large passive institutional orders
- Neon Green/Bright Red: Aggressive institutional entries
- Gold/Brown: Trapped institutional traders (underwater positions)
- Cyan: Hidden institutional iceberg orders
- Deep Pink: Institutional liquidity sweeps
⚠️ IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS & REQUIREMENTS
📚 EDUCATION REQUIREMENT
YOU MUST LEARN VOLUME/DELTA ANALYSIS BEFORE USING THIS TOOL
This is an advanced institutional analysis tool requiring solid understanding of:
- Volume profile concepts and interpretation
- Order flow analysis and market microstructure
- Delta analysis and its implications
- Institutional trading behaviors and patterns
Recommended Learning Path:
1. Study volume profile analysis fundamentals
2. Learn order flow and market microstructure basics
3. Understand delta analysis interpretation
4. Practice on paper trading or small positions
5. Gradually increase position sizing as competency develops
🧪 MANDATORY TESTING REQUIREMENT
EXTENSIVE TESTING IS REQUIRED BEFORE LIVE TRADING
- Test the indicator across different market conditions
- Backtest patterns on historical data
- Paper trade signals for minimum 30 days
- Understand how patterns behave in your specific markets/timeframes
- Verify pattern accuracy in your trading environment
📋 USER RESPONSIBILITY DISCLAIMER
ALL TRADING DECISIONS AND OUTCOMES ARE YOUR SOLE RESPONSIBILITY
- This indicator provides analysis tools, NOT trading advice
- No guarantee of profitability or accuracy
- Past performance does not indicate future results
- You are responsible for risk management and position sizing
- Seek professional financial advice if needed
- Use only risk capital you can afford to lose
🎛️ CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS
Layout Styles:
- Back-to-Back: Traditional volume profile layout
- Face-to-Face: Orderbook simulation style
- Adjustable spacing and positioning
Color Systems:
- Smart Institutional Coloring: Advanced pattern recognition
- Classic Red/Green: Traditional volume profile colors
Detection Sensitivity:
- Adjustable thresholds for all pattern types
- Customizable institutional size detection
- Configurable absorption and spike parameters
💡 PROFESSIONAL USAGE TIPS
1. Start Conservative: Begin with higher detection thresholds
2. Multiple Timeframes: Analyze across different timeframe contexts
3. Confluence: Combine with other technical analysis methods
4. Market Context: Consider overall market environment and news
5. Risk Management: Always use proper position sizing and stop losses
🚨 FINAL WARNING
This is a professional-grade analysis tool designed for experienced traders who understand volume analysis and institutional behavior. Improper use or lack of understanding can result in significant losses. Education, testing, and personal responsibility are mandatory prerequisites for successful utilization.
Trade at your own risk. This indicator does not guarantee profits.
Delta Canlde POC @MaxMaserati🎯 Delta Candle POC @MaxMaserati
Indicator Guide and Purpose
This indicator provides professional volume profile analysis at the individual candle level, revealing the internal structure of price action and volume distribution that standard charts cannot show. It transforms each candle into a detailed volume map, showing exactly where trading activity concentrated and whether buyers or sellers were in control.
What It Shows
🔹 Volume Imprint Bars
5 horizontal volume bars within each qualifying candle
Width = Volume intensity at that price level
Color = Market pressure (Green = Bullish delta, Red = Bearish delta)
Position = Key price levels (Open, Close, Body Mid, High/Low rejections)
🔹 Delta Labels
Net buying/selling pressure for each candle (e.g., "+2.3K" or "-1.8K")
Positioned above/below candles based on pressure direction
Synchronized with volume bars - appear together, disappear together
🔹 Point of Control (POC)
Horizontal line marking the price level with highest volume
Dynamic thickness based on volume intensity
Extends forward to show ongoing significance
Color-coded by market pressure
How to Interpret
Volume Distribution Patterns
Thick bars at body levels = High conviction trading
Thick bars at wicks = Rejection/support zones
Concentrated volume = Strong agreement on price
Scattered volume = Uncertainty or ranging
Delta Analysis
Large positive delta = Strong buying pressure
Large negative delta = Strong selling pressure
Small delta with high volume = Balanced but active trading
Large delta with low volume = Weak conviction
POC Significance
POC at candle high = Resistance being tested
POC at candle low = Support being tested
POC in body = Fair value area
Thick POC lines = High conviction levels
Analysis Settings
Volume Sensitivity - Controls how much detail to show
Minimum Volume Threshold - Filters out low-activity candles
High Volume Candles Only - Shows only above-average volume periods
Customization
Imprint Width % - Adjust bar width for visibility
Volume Bar Transparency - Control opacity
Color settings - Customize all visual elements
Smart Features
🔄Synchronized Management
Automatic cleanup - Maintains exactly 35 candles worth of data
Perfect synchronization - Labels and volume bars always appear/disappear together
No orphaned elements - Prevents display issues
🧠 Advanced Calculations
Smart order flow - Uses price action, wicks, and body analysis
Real tick data - Enhanced accuracy on 1-tick charts
5-level distribution - Optimized for Pine Script limits
Timeframe Selection
Lower timeframes (1m, 5m) - Detailed intraday analysis
Higher timeframes (1H, 4H) - Broader market structure
Volume Threshold:
Start with default 100 - Adjust based on instrument liquidity
Higher thresholds - Focus on major moves only
Lower thresholds - See more activity detail
What Makes It Unique
Unlike traditional volume indicators that show aggregate data, this reveals the internal architecture of each price move, answering:
Where exactly did the volume occur within each candle?
What was the buying vs selling pressure at each level?
Which price levels attracted the most activity?
How committed were traders to specific price areas?
This granular insight helps you understand market microstructure and see the story behind every candle's formation.
Backtest it and make sure it fits your needs before using it.
Big Trade % Heatmap### Big Trade % Heatmap
**Quick overview**
This indicator highlights where “whale” activity is clustered by showing what fraction of the recent candles contained *large‑value trades*. A candle is considered “big” when its notional volume (`volume × close`) exceeds your chosen USD threshold. You instantly see:
* **Percent of big candles** in the last *N* bars, refreshed at the cadence you pick.
* **On‑chart labels & markers** every refresh, so the chart stays clean.
* **Optional heat‑map background** that turns orange (>20 %) or green (>50 %) when big‑trade concentration spikes.
* **Ready‑made alert** when big‑trade dominance crosses 50 %.
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#### How it works
1. **Trade size per candle** – Calculates `close × volume` to estimate dollars traded.
2. **Threshold filter** – Flags candles whose value is above *Big Trade Threshold (\$)*.
3. **Look‑back window** – Counts what percentage of the last *Lookback Window (X Candles)* were “big.”
4. **Refresh interval** – Repeats the measurement only every *Refresh Interval (Every X Candles)* to avoid label spam.
5. **Visuals** –
* A small blue ▼ above the bar + a text label such as `35.00 % > $25 000`.
* Background shading (green/orange) for quick, at‑a‑glance sentiment.
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#### Inputs
| Input | Purpose | Default |
| -------------------------------------- | ----------------------------------------------------- | ------- |
| **Lookback Window (X Candles)** | How many recent bars to sample for the % calculation. | 20 |
| **Refresh Interval (Every X Candles)** | How often to display a new label/marker. | 5 |
| **Big Trade Threshold (\$)** | Minimum USD value for a candle to count as “big.” | 10 000 |
Tune these to the symbol and timeframe you trade (e.g., raise the threshold for BTC‑USDT 1‑h, lower it for micro‑caps).
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#### Alerts
Enable **“High Big Trade %”** to get notified the moment more than half of the last *N* candles qualify as big trades—handy for spotting sudden accumulation or distribution.
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#### Typical use cases
* **Breakout confirmation** – A surge in big‑trade % just before price escapes a range can validate the move.
* **Whale spotting** – Detect hidden accumulation on pullbacks or aggressive selling into rallies.
* **Filter noise** – Combine with your favorite trend indicator; only act when both align.
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> *Built with Pine Script v6. Always back‑test before trading live; this tool is for educational purposes and not financial advice.*