Dynamic Trend Bands [ChartPrime]The Dynamic Trend Bands is a versatile trend-following indicator that uses a double-smoothed Hull Moving Average (HMA) to detect market trends, combined with dynamic bands that provide insight into potential momentum shifts and volatility-based price zones.
⯁ KEY FEATURES
Double HMA Trend Filter
Utilizes a double-smoothed HMA for a smoother and more responsive trend line, reducing noise while highlighting clear market trends.
float base = ta.hma(ta.hma(close, length - 10), length)
Dynamic Volatility Bands
Plots upper and lower bands based on volatility, positioned above the price in a downtrend and below the price in an uptrend.
Momentum Shift Detection
Highlights bars in orange when a potential momentum shift occurs:
- During a downtrend, if the high breaks above the upper band.
- During an uptrend, if the low breaks below the lower band.
Customizable Band Appearance
Users can adjust the size, distance, and colors of the bands, as well as choose whether to display the mid-band line and fill the area between bands.
Timeframe Flexibility
Allows selection of different calculation timeframes, enabling traders to adapt the indicator to various trading strategies.
⯁ HOW TO USE
Identify Trend Direction
Use the double HMA line to confirm the prevailing trend:
- Above the bands: downtrend.
- Below the bands: uptrend.
Spot Potential Momentum Shifts
Watch for orange-highlighted bars signaling potential reversals or weakening trends.
Optimize Entries and Exits
Enter trades on trend continuation signals while using band breaks to spot potential reversal zones.
Customize to Fit Your Strategy
Adjust the bands’ size, distance, and calculation timeframe to suit scalping, swing, or position trading.
⯁ CONCLUSION
The Dynamic Trend Bands is an all-in-one tool that helps traders assess trend strength, detect momentum shifts, and identify key price zones. Its customizable features make it adaptable for various trading styles and market conditions.
Indicators and strategies
LAOS Gold Price in LAK By LSENMany people in Laos are confused about the actual price of Gold in local currency.
This script provides a simple and live updating way to convert the international gold price (XAU/USD) into Lao Kip Currency in BAHT-weight gold (15.244g).
By default, it uses an exchnage rte of 21,000 KIP = 1 USD, But you can easily customize the rate to fit your needs.
-See things as they truly are. Suffering arises when you try to resist reality. Don't let greed and FOMO fuel the fire.
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Highest/Lowest Range in TimeframeThis script helps traders visually identify the highest high and lowest low within a customizable range of recent bars.
🔍 Key Features
Scans the last 100 to 1000 bars (user-defined)
Automatically detects:
The highest wick (high) and lowest wick (low)
Draws dotted green horizontal lines at both levels
Shows a label indicating the percentage range between high and low
Displays real-time high and low price labels directly on the chart
⚙️ Use Cases
Quickly spot price extremes over your desired time window
Visually measure market range and volatility
Identify breakout potential or reversal zones
✅ How to Use
Add the script to your chart.
Set the “Bars to Scan” input to your desired lookback period (between 100–1000).
Use the displayed lines and labels to identify key high/low price levels and range metrics.
ICT Swiftedge# ICT SwiftEdge: Advanced Market Structure Trading System
**Overview**
ICT SwiftEdge is a powerful trading system built upon the foundation of ICTProTools' ICT Breakers, licensed under the Mozilla Public License 2.0 (mozilla.org). This script has been significantly enhanced by to combine market structure analysis with modern technical indicators and a sleek, AI-inspired statistics dashboard. The goal is to provide traders with a comprehensive tool for identifying high-probability trade setups, managing exits, and tracking performance in a visually intuitive way.
**Credits**
This script is a derivative work based on the original "ICT Breakers" by ICTProTools, used with permission under the Mozilla Public License 2.0. Significant enhancements, including RSI-MA signals, trend filtering, dynamic timeframe adjustments, dual exit strategies, and an AI-style statistics dashboard, were developed by . We express our gratitude to ICTProTools for their foundational work in market structure analysis.
**What It Does**
ICT SwiftEdge integrates multiple trading concepts to help traders identify and manage trades based on market structure and momentum:
- **Market Structure Analysis**: Identifies Break of Structure (BOS) and Market Structure Shift (MSS) patterns, which signal potential trend continuations or reversals. BOS indicates a continuation of the current trend, while MSS highlights a shift in market direction, providing key entry points.
- **RSI-MA Signals**: Generates "BUY" and "SELL" signals when BOS or MSS patterns align with the Relative Strength Index (RSI) smoothed by a Moving Average (RSI-MA). Signals are filtered to occur only when RSI-MA is above 50 (for buys) or below 50 (for sells), ensuring momentum supports the trade direction.
- **Trend Filtering**: Prevents multiple signals in the same trend, ensuring only one buy or sell signal per trend direction, reducing noise and improving trade clarity.
- **Dynamic Timeframe Adjustment**: Automatically adjusts pivot points, RSI, and MA parameters based on the selected chart timeframe (1M to 1D), optimizing performance across different market conditions.
- **Flexible Exit Strategies**: Offers two user-selectable exit methods:
- **Trailing Stop-Loss (TSL)**: Exits trades when price moves against the position by a user-defined distance (in points), locking in profits or limiting losses.
- **RSI-MA Exit**: Exits trades when RSI-MA crosses the 50 level, signaling a potential loss of momentum.
- Users can enable either or both strategies, providing flexibility to adapt to different trading styles.
- **AI-Style Statistics Dashboard**: Displays real-time trade performance metrics in a futuristic, neon-colored interface, including total trades, wins, losses, win/loss ratio, and win percentage. This helps traders evaluate the system's effectiveness without external tools.
**Why This Combination?**
The integration of these components creates a synergistic trading system:
- **BOS/MSS and RSI-MA**: Combining market structure breaks with RSI-MA ensures entries are based on both price action (structure) and momentum (RSI-MA), increasing the likelihood of high-probability trades.
- **Trend Filtering**: By limiting signals to one per trend, the system avoids overtrading and focuses on significant market moves.
- **Dynamic Adjustments**: Timeframe-specific parameters make the system versatile, suitable for scalping (1M, 5M) or swing trading (4H, 1D).
- **Dual Exit Strategies**: TSL protects profits during trending markets, while RSI-MA exits are ideal for range-bound or reversing markets, catering to diverse market conditions.
- **Statistics Dashboard**: Provides immediate feedback on trade performance, enabling data-driven decision-making without manual tracking.
This combination balances technical precision with user-friendly visuals, making it accessible to both novice and experienced traders.
**How to Use**
1. **Add to Chart**: Apply the script to any TradingView chart.
2. **Configure Settings**:
- **Chart Timeframe**: Select your chart's timeframe (1M to 1D) to optimize parameters.
- **Structure Timeframe**: Choose a timeframe for market structure analysis (leave blank for chart timeframe).
- **Exit Strategy**: Enable Trailing Stop-Loss (`useTslExit`), RSI-MA Exit (`useRsiMaExit`), or both. Adjust `tslPoints` for TSL distance.
- **Show Signals/Labels**: Toggle `showSignals` and `showExit` to display "BUY", "SELL", and "EXIT" labels.
- **Dashboard**: Enable `showDashboard` to view trade statistics. Customize colors with `dashboardBgColor` and `dashboardTextColor`.
3. **Trading**:
- Look for "BUY" or "SELL" labels to enter trades when BOS/MSS aligns with RSI-MA.
- Exit trades at "EXIT" labels based on your chosen strategy.
- Monitor the statistics dashboard to track performance (total trades, win/loss ratio, win percentage).
4. **Alerts**: Set up alerts for BOS, MSS, buy, sell, or exit signals using the provided alert conditions.
**License**
This script is licensed under the Mozilla Public License 2.0 (mozilla.org). The source code is available for review and modification under the terms of this license.
**Compliance with TradingView House Rules**
This publication adheres to TradingView's House Rules and Scripts Publication Rules. It provides a clear, self-contained description of the script's functionality, credits the original author (ICTProTools), and explains the rationale for combining indicators. The script contains no promotional content, offensive language, or proprietary restrictions beyond MPL 2.0.
**Note**
Trading involves risk, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Always backtest and validate the system on your preferred markets and timeframes before live trading.
Enjoy trading with ICT SwiftEdge, and let data-driven insights guide your decisions!
HTF 6H Visualiser for 30M - ADK - W
HTF 6H Visualiser — use on 30-minute charts
Purpose – lets 30-minute traders see the prior 6-hour candle’s range, open and close without changing time-frames.
Visual elements
Two dotted vertical lines mark the 6-hour candle’s start and an “early” finish one 30-min bar before the true close (avoids overlap).
Vertical colour: green for bullish 6 H close, red for bearish.
Dotted green horizontal at the 6 H open, red horizontal at the 6 H close – both drawn only between the two verticals.
Verticals are clipped to that candle’s exact high and low.
Data window – auto-deletes oldest guides so only ~2 trading days (8 candles) remain on the chart.
Typical uses – mean-reversion to 6 H opens/closes, quick HTF bias check, liquidity-grab targets.
Market Open & Pre-Open Linesversion 1.0 2025-04-23
Stated vertical line for market open and pre-market open. Market option include US, EU, UK, JP and AU. This line do auto-defined during daylight saving time. This help for those trade during market open and benefit for those doing backtest on it.
Correction Candle CounterIndicator that identifies “correction” candles using the classic 3-1-3 pattern, highlights them with customizable colors and arrow markers, and tallies occurrences across all data, a selected year, or any defined month range. Flexible styling and date-filter options make it ideal for quick, focused analysis.
[blackcat] L2 MTF Heikin-Ashi SR LevelsOVERVIEW
The L2 MTF Heikin-Ashi SR Levels indicator is a sophisticated tool designed to help traders identify critical support and resistance levels across multiple timeframes. This script employs Heikin-Ashi candles, which provide a smoothed representation of price action, making it easier to spot trends and reversals. By integrating multi-timeframe analysis, this indicator offers a comprehensive view of market dynamics, enabling traders to make more informed decisions 📊✅.
This indicator not only calculates essential support and resistance levels but also visually represents them on the chart with gradient colors based on Relative Strength Index (RSI) values. Additionally, it features customizable alerts and labels to enhance user experience and ensure timely execution of trades.
FEATURES
Advanced Trend Identification:
Uses Heikin-Ashi candles for smoother price action analysis.
Helps filter out noise and focus on significant trends.
Ideal for both short-term and long-term trading strategies.
Multi-Timeframe Analysis:
Allows users to select different resolutions for deeper insights.
Ensures compatibility with various trading styles and preferences.
Comprehensive Support and Resistance Calculation:
Computes four distinct levels: Support Level 1, Support Level 2, Resistance Level 1, and Resistance Level 2.
Each level serves as a reference point for potential price reversals or continuations.
Gradient Color Visualization:
Employs a spectrum of colors derived from RSI values to represent support and resistance lines.
Enhances readability and helps traders quickly assess market sentiment 🎨.
Dynamic Labels and Alerts:
Automatically generates buy ('Buy') and sell ('Sell') labels when price crosses key levels.
Provides real-time alerts for crossing events, ensuring traders never miss important signals 🔔.
Customizable Parameters:
Offers adjustable Length and Resolution inputs for tailored performance.
Allows traders to fine-tune the indicator according to their unique needs and strategies.
HOW TO USE
Adding the Indicator:
Open your TradingView chart and navigate to the indicators list.
Search for ' L2 MTF Heikin-Ashi SR Levels' and add it to your chart.
Configuring Settings:
Adjust the Length parameter to determine the period over which calculations are made.
A shorter length increases sensitivity, while a longer length smoothens the output.
Choose a specific Resolution to analyze different timeframes simultaneously.
For example, set it to 'D' for daily charts or 'W' for weekly charts.
Interpreting the Chart:
Observe the plotted support and resistance lines on the chart.
Look for price interactions with these levels to identify potential entry and exit points.
Pay attention to the gradient colors, which reflect underlying market momentum.
Setting Up Alerts:
Configure alerts based on the generated signals to receive instant notifications.
Customize alert messages and conditions to suit your trading plan.
Utilizing Labels:
Use the automatically placed buy and sell labels as quick references for decision-making.
Combine these labels with other technical analyses for confirmation.
Backtesting and Optimization:
Thoroughly test the indicator on historical data to evaluate its performance.
Optimize settings and refine your strategy based on backtest results.
Live Trading:
Apply the indicator to live charts and monitor real-time price movements.
Execute trades based on the generated signals and adjust positions accordingly.
Combining with Other Tools:
Integrate this indicator with other technical tools and fundamental analyses for a holistic approach.
Consider using moving averages, oscillators, or volume indicators alongside L2 MTF Heikin-Ashi SR Levels.
LIMITATIONS
Market Volatility:
In highly volatile or ranging markets, the indicator might produce false signals due to erratic price movements 🌪️.
Traders should exercise caution during such periods and consider additional confirmations.
Timeframe Dependency:
The effectiveness of the indicator can vary significantly depending on the chosen timeframe and asset.
Always validate the indicator's performance across different contexts before relying solely on it.
Over-reliance Risk:
While powerful, no single indicator guarantees success in all market conditions.
Combining this tool with other analytical methods enhances reliability and reduces risk.
NOTES
Data Requirements:
Ensure your chart has enough historical data to perform accurate calculations.
Insufficient data may lead to inaccurate or incomplete results.
Demo Testing:
Before deploying the indicator in live trading, conduct extensive testing on demo accounts.
Familiarize yourself with how the indicator behaves under various market scenarios.
Parameter Tuning:
Experiment with different Length and Resolution settings to find what works best for your trading style.
Regularly review and update parameters as market conditions evolve.
Continuous Learning:
Stay updated with the latest developments in technical analysis and trading strategies.
Adapt your use of the indicator based on new insights and experiences.
THANKS
Additionally, gratitude goes to the broader TradingView community for fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing among traders worldwide. Together, we strive to elevate our understanding and application of financial markets 🌍💡.
[blackcat] L3 Trend BoxOVERVIEW
The L3 Trend Box indicator is a sophisticated technical analysis tool designed to assist traders in identifying trends and pinpointing potential entry and exit points within the market. By leveraging multiple moving averages and price level analyses, this indicator provides a detailed view of market dynamics. It plots several key lines and labels directly onto the chart, offering clear visual signals for both bullish and bearish scenarios. Its adaptability through customizable parameters makes it suitable for various trading strategies and market conditions 📊✅.
FEATURES
Comprehensive Parameter Customization: Tailor the indicator to match specific trading preferences:
High Length: Defines the period over which the highest prices are considered.
Low Length: Specifies the period for evaluating the lowest prices.
Upper Box Length: Smoothes out the upper boundary of the trend box using a specified period.
Lower Box Length: Smoothes out the lower boundary of the trend box similarly.
Trend Line Length: Determines the period for calculating the overall trend line.
Fast EMA Length: Sets the period for the fast-moving exponential moving average (EMA), crucial for capturing short-term movements.
MA15 EMA Length: Configures the period for the medium-term moving average (MA15 EMA) to provide a balanced perspective.
Short Spirit Length: Influences how quickly the indicator responds to recent price changes.
Golden EMA Length: Fine-tunes the long-term EMA for stability and reliability.
Buy Price Length: Establishes the lookback period for determining optimal buy prices.
Var1 Length & Var2 Length: Adjusts periods for variance calculations, enhancing the accuracy of trend detection.
Detailed Chart Plots:
Upper Box Top: A fuchsia-colored line representing the smoothed highest prices, marking resistance levels.
Lower Box Bottom: A green-colored line showing the smoothed lowest prices, highlighting support zones.
MA15 Up/Down: Dynamic red and green lines illustrating the directionality of the 15-period EMA, helping gauge momentum shifts.
Conditional Plots: Multiple lines based on intricate price actions and computed values, such as closing below the lower box while also closing at or above/below the opening price, ensuring nuanced insights into market behavior.
Buy/Sell Labels: Clearly marked 'Buy' and 'Sell' labels positioned strategically on the chart, facilitating quick decision-making without missing critical signals 🎯.
Alert System: Automatically generates alerts based on predefined buy and sell conditions, enabling timely responses to market changes 🛎️.
HOW TO USE
Adding the Indicator: Start by adding the L3 Trend Box to your TradingView chart via the indicators menu.
Parameter Configuration: Adjust each parameter according to your trading style and market volatility. For instance, increasing the High Length can make the indicator less sensitive to minor fluctuations but more responsive to significant trends.
Monitoring Signals: Keep an eye on the plotted lines and labels. Pay special attention to the crossover events between the fast EMA and the lower box bottom, as these often signify strong buy signals.
Setting Alerts: Configure alerts based on the buy/sell conditions provided by the indicator. This ensures you never miss an opportunity due to inattention.
Combining Strategies: While powerful on its own, combining this indicator with others like RSI or Bollinger Bands can enhance its predictive power and reduce false positives.
LIMITATIONS
Market Volatility: In extremely volatile or sideways-trending markets, the indicator might produce false signals. Always verify with additional confirmations.
Asset-Specific Performance: Different assets and timeframes will yield varying results; thorough backtesting across diverse instruments is recommended.
Over-Reliance Risk: Avoid relying solely on this indicator. Integrate it into a broader analytical framework that includes fundamental analysis and other technical indicators.
NOTES
Data Sufficiency: Ensure ample historical data is available for precise computations. Lack of data can skew results and lead to inaccurate signals.
Demo Testing: Before deploying the indicator in real trades, rigorously test it on demo accounts under varied market conditions to understand its strengths and weaknesses.
Customization Flexibility: Feel free to tweak the parameters continuously until they align perfectly with your unique trading approach and risk tolerance.
Volume Aggression Monitor📌 Volume Aggression Monitor — Overview
This indicator helps identify buying and selling pressure (aggression) in real-time by analyzing how market participants are executing trades. It is composed of three main components:
🔍 What Does It Show?
🧭 1. The Thermometer (Above Candles)
🟢 Green Arrow (▲) → Buy Aggression: Buyers are lifting the ask.
🔴 Red Arrow (▼) → Sell Aggression: Sellers are hitting the bid.
⚪ Gray Square (■) → Neutral: No significant price movement or aggression.
💡 Neutral in this context means:
The price barely moved during the candle (open-close % change < direction_threshold, default 0.05%).
No clear buyer or seller dominance. It often appears during low volatility, equilibrium, or market indecision periods. This prevents noise and false directional readings due to random micro-movements.
📊 2. Percentage Panel
A table displaying recent trades or candle data (from a lower timeframe). Colored arrows indicate the direction of aggression (buy/sell). Shows volume, delta, and aggression %.
✅ Use it to:
Track clusters of buy/sell aggression. Spot momentum builds.
⏱️ 3. Cumulative Times & Sales Bar
A horizontal progress bar representing cumulative aggression.
Positive = Buy Aggression dominates.
Negative = Sell Aggression dominates.
📉 Even in sideways price movement, this bar shows who is winning the fight under the surface.
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🧠 How to Use It:
🔹 Confirm Trades
Use the thermometer and aggression signals to confirm your strategy entries (e.g., breakouts, pullbacks, support/resistance).
🔹 Detect Dominance
Observe who is in control: buyers or sellers? Are they pressing or hesitating?
🔹 Filter Market Noise
The neutral state avoids misinterpreting small, meaningless movements as strong signals.
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Component | Meaning
🌡️ Thermometer (▲ ▼ ■) | Who’s in control in each candle
📊 Percentage Panel | Trade details: direction, delta, aggression
📈 Cumulative T&S Bar | Overall aggression bias over time
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Maancyclus Volatiliteitsindicator (2025)This Moon Cycle Volatility Indicator for TradingView is designed to help traders track and analyze market volatility around specific lunar phases, namely the Full Moon and New Moon. The indicator marks the dates of these moon phases on the chart and measures volatility using the Average True Range (ATR) indicator, which gauges market price fluctuations.
Key Features:
Moon Phase Markers: The indicator marks the Full Moon and New Moon on the chart using labels. Blue labels are placed below bars for Full Moons, while red labels are placed above bars for New Moons. These markers are based on a manually curated list of moon phase dates for the year 2025.
Volatility Calculation: The indicator calculates market volatility using the ATR (14), which provides a sense of market movement and potential risk. Volatility is plotted as histograms, with blue histograms representing volatility around Full Moons and red histograms around New Moons.
Comparative Analysis: By comparing the volatility around these moon phases to the average volatility, traders can spot potential patterns or heightened market movements. This can inform trading strategies, such as anticipating increased market activity around specific lunar events.
In essence, this tool helps traders identify potential high-volatility periods tied to lunar cycles, which could impact market sentiment and price action.
Sweep Reversal 5M PRO – by [TuNombre]🔹 **Sweep Reversal 5M PRO – by ** 🔹
This indicator is built to detect high-probability *Institutional Sweeps* using Swing Failure Patterns (SFP), fully filtered with Smart Money Concepts (SMC) logic and volume confirmation.
✅ Identifies key liquidity grabs
✅ Confirms with strong impulse candle + increasing volume
✅ Filters out false signals (doji, weak zones, low volume)
✅ Optimized for the 5-minute timeframe (5M)
✅ Compatible with push alerts to your mobile
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**How to use it:**
1. Wait for a “BUY” or “SELL” signal on the chart
2. Only enter if the next candle confirms with momentum
3. Place a tight stop just beyond the sweep
4. Recommended Take Profit: 1:1 minimum / 2:1 ideal
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💡 Inspired by institutional trading (SMC, ICT-style setups)
🔒 Developed by – private or team-based use
📲 Activate alerts to get real-time trade opportunities on your phone
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⚠️ This script does not repaint.
Built for serious traders who want precision, not noise.
MTF Stoch RSI Confluence + Combined AlertMTF STOCH RSI CONFLUENCE INDICATOR 1m/5m/15m ( Scalping Indicator added on SRSI 1H)
IF all three Stoch are overbought(above 80) the indicator creates a red vertical line. If all Stoch are oversold(below 20) the indicator creates a green vertical line.
RULES!!!!
NEVER TRADE AGAINST THE TREND!!! This is super important!!!!
If 1H SRSI is above 80 with MTF overbouht and ZC is red (Downtrend) then we open a MR Short- (Prefered at PA Spikes) The same for opposites MR Longs.
If 1H SRSI is above 80 with the MTF oversold and ZC green then we can open a Long position. Prefered Momo Long. The same applies for opposite, hence momo short.
Polygot Moving AveragesDescription
This is essentially a source merger of Bollinger Bands by Trading View and Simple Moving Averages by stoxxinbox. My additions and subtractions are minimal. There is the BB MA, which I default at 5d, and the other 4 averages are the standard 21, 50, 100, 200, day moving averages. I default the averaging method to WMA (Weighted Moving Average). The method of averaging can be changed as also can the lengths of the inputs to match user preferences. This is what I wanted for an indicator and didn't find.
Usage
The same as you would use any other BB or MA indicator. The benefit of this one is that it has 4 MAs, one MA with the Bollinger Bands attached, and the colours adjusted to be easy on the eyes when using high contrast themes, to be discernible yet sit quietly in the background with lines and candle sticks everywhere shouting for attention. I use it as a base first indicator which I can hide easily (imagine hiding five MA indicators individually constantly) when the more serious indicators come into play.
Vacuum Candles [XrayAlgo]The Vacuum Candles indicator helps traders identify inefficient price movements—where the price moves significantly but lacks sufficient volume to support it. These inefficiencies may signal weak trends, potential reversals, or false breakouts/breakdowns.
Inefficient candles are visually marked with a darker / black body to indicate when the price movement is disproportionate to the volume.
1. Spotting Potential Reversals
When the indicator marks an inefficient candle, it signals that the price movement may be unsustainable.
In an uptrend: A inefficient bullish candle suggests that the uptrend is losing momentum, potentially leading to a downward reversal.
In a downtrend: A inefficient bearish candle signals that the downtrend may be weakening, with a potential bullish reversal.
2. Identifying Breakout and Breakdown Failures
This indicator is useful for recognizing false breakouts or false breakdowns.
If price breaks resistance but the candle is inefficient, the breakout may be weak and could fail quickly.
If price breaks support with an inefficient bearish candle, the breakdown could be a false signal, with price reverting back above support.
3. Recognizing Weak Trends
Inefficient candles help you spot when a trend is losing strength and could soon reverse or consolidate.
In an uptrend: A series of dark body bullish candles suggests that the uptrend may be weakening, signaling a potential correction or trend reversal.
In a downtrend: A series of dark body bearish candles suggests that the selling pressure is weakening, indicating a potential bullish reversal.
4. Fine-Tuning Entries and Exits
Inefficient candles offer an opportunity to fine-tune your entries and exits based on weak price moves.
Entering a trade: An inefficient candle near key support or resistance can indicate a reversal, making it a good entry point for a counter-trend position.
Exiting a trade: If you're already in a trend, and an inefficient candle appears, it suggests the trend is losing strength, indicating it may be a good time to exit before a potential reversal.
5. Fine-Tuning with Inputs
The Vacuum Candles indicator includes two key inputs:
Length: The number of candles used to calculate the average price movement and volume. A longer length (e.g., 20-30) smooths out the inefficiencies, while a shorter length (e.g., 10-15) makes the indicator more sensitive to recent price moves.
Multiplier: Controls the threshold for what is considered an inefficient candle:
A higher Multiplier (e.g., 1.5–3) filters out smaller inefficiencies and focuses on large discrepancies.
A lower Multiplier (e.g., 0.1–0.9) captures even smaller inefficiencies in highly efficient markets.
Midpoint of Last 3 CandlesThis indicator highlights the market structure by plotting the midpoints of the current and previous two candles. It draws a horizontal line at the average of the high and low for each of these candles, giving a visual cue of the short-term balance point in price action. These midpoints can act as dynamic support and resistance levels, helping traders assess areas of potential reaction or continuation.
Each line is color-coded for clarity: green represents the current candle, orange marks the previous candle, and yellow indicates the one before that. All lines extend into the future on the chart, allowing you to see how price interacts with these levels as new candles form. This simple yet effective tool can be useful in various strategies, especially those focused on price action, scalping, or intraday analysis.
Uptrick: Dynamic Z-Score DeviationOverview
Uptrick: Dynamic Z‑Score Deviation is a trading indicator built in Pine Script that combines statistical filters and adaptive smoothing to highlight potential reversal points in price action. It combines a hybrid moving average, dual Z‑Score analysis on both price and RSI, and visual enhancements like slope‑based coloring, ATR‑based shadow bands, and dynamically scaled reversal signals.
Introduction
Statistical indicators like Z‑Scores measure how far a value deviates from its average relative to the typical variation (standard deviation). Standard deviation quantifies how dispersed a set of values is around its mean. A Z‑Score of +2 indicates a value two standard deviations above the mean, while -2 is two below. Traders use Z‑Scores to spot unusually high or low readings that may signal overbought or oversold conditions.
Moving averages smooth out price data to reveal trends. The Arnaud Legoux Moving Average (ALMA) reduces lag and noise through weighted averaging. A Zero‑Lag EMA (approximated here using a time‑shifted EMA) seeks to further minimize delay in following price. The RSI (Relative Strength Index) is a momentum oscillator that measures recent gains against losses over a set period.
ATR (Average True Range) gauges market volatility by averaging the range between high and low over a lookback period. Shadow bands built using ATR give a visual mood of volatility around a central trend line. Together, these tools inform a dynamic but statistically grounded view of market extremes.
Purpose
The main goal of this indicator is to help traders spot short‑term reversal opportunities on lower timeframes. By requiring both price and momentum (RSI) to exhibit statistically significant deviations from their norms, it filters out weak setups and focuses on higher‑probability mean‑reversion zones. Reversal signals appear when price deviates far enough from its hybrid moving average and RSI deviates similarly in the same direction. This makes it suitable for discretionary traders seeking clean entry cues in volatile environments.
Originality and Uniqueness
Uptrick: Dynamic Z‑Score Deviation distinguishes itself from standard reversal or mean‑reversion tools by combining several elements into a single framework:
A composite moving average (ALMA + Zero‑Lag EMA) for a smooth yet responsive baseline
Dual Z‑Score filters on price and RSI rather than relying on a single measure
Adaptive visual elements, including slope‑aware coloring, multi‑layer ATR shadows, and signal sizing based on combined Z‑Score magnitude
Most indicators focus on one aspect—price envelopes or RSI thresholds—whereas Uptrick: Dynamic Z‑Score Deviation requires both layers to align before signaling. Its visual design aids quick interpretation without overwhelming the chart.
Why these indicators were merged
Every component in Uptrick: Dynamic Z‑Score Deviation has a purpose:
• ALMA: provides a smooth moving average with reduced lag and fewer false crossovers than a simple SMA or EMA.
• Zero‑Lag EMA (ZLMA approximation): further reduces the delay relative to price by applying a time shift to EMA inputs. This keeps the composite MA closer to current price action.
• RSI and its EMA filter: RSI measures momentum. Applying an EMA filter on RSI smooths out false spikes and confirms genuine overbought or oversold momentum.
• Dual Z‑Scores: computing Z‑Scores on both the distance between price and the composite MA, and on smoothed RSI, ensures that signals only fire when both price and momentum are unusually stretched.
• ATR bands: using ATR‑based shadow layers visualizes volatility around the MA, guiding traders on potential support and resistance zones.
At the end, these pieces merge into a single indicator that detects statistically significant mean reversions while staying adaptive to real‑time volatility and momentum.
Calculations
1. Compute ALMA over the chosen MA length, offset, and sigma.
2. Approximate ZLMA by applying EMA to twice the price minus the price shifted by the MA length.
3. Calculate the composite moving average as the average of ALMA and ZLMA.
4. Compute raw RSI and smooth it with ALMA. Apply an EMA filter to raw RSI to reduce noise.
5. For both price and smoothed RSI, calculate the mean and standard deviation over the Z‑Score lookback period.
6. Compute Z‑Scores:
• z_price = (current price − composite MA mean) / standard deviation of price deviations
• z_rsi = (smoothed RSI − mean RSI) / standard deviation of RSI
7. Determine reversal conditions: both Z‑Scores exceed their thresholds in the same direction, RSI EMA is in oversold/overbought zones (below 40 or above 60), and price movement confirms directionality.
8. Compute signal strength as the sum of the absolute Z‑Scores, then classify into weak, medium, or strong.
9. Calculate ATR over the chosen period and multiply by layer multipliers to form shadow widths.
10.Derive slope over the chosen slope length and color the MA line and bars based on direction, optionally smoothing color transitions via EMA on RGB channels.
How this indicator actually works
1. The script begins by smoothing price data with ALMA and approximating a zero‑lag EMA, then averaging them for the main MA.
2. RSI is calculated, then smoothed and filtered.
3. Using a rolling window, the script computes statistical measures for both price deviations and RSI.
4. Z‑Scores tell how far current values lie from their recent norms.
5. When both Z‑Scores cross configured thresholds and momentum conditions align, reversal signals are flagged.
6. Signals are drawn with size and color reflecting strength.
7. The MA is plotted with dynamic coloring; ATR shadows are layered beneath to show volatility envelopes.
8. Bars can be colored to match MA slope, reinforcing trend context.
9. Alert conditions allow automated notifications when signals occur.
Inputs
Main Length: Main MA Length. Sets the period for ALMA and ZLMA.
RSI Length: RSI Length. Determines the lookback for momentum calculations.
Z-Score Lookback: Z‑Score Lookback. Window for mean and standard deviation computations.
Price Z-Score Threshold: Price Z‑Score Threshold. Minimum deviation required for price.
RSI Z-Score threshold: RSI Z‑Score Threshold. Minimum deviation required for momentum.
RSI EMA Filter Length: RSI EMA Filter Length. Smooths raw RSI readings.
ALMA Offset: Controls ALMA’s focal point in the window.
ALMA Sigma: Adjusts ALMA’s smoothing strength.
Show Reversal Signals : Toggle to display reversal signal markers.
Slope Sensitivity: Length for slope calculation. Higher values smooth slope changes.
Use Bar Coloring: Enables coloring of price bars based on MA slope.
Show MA Shadow: Toggle for ATR‑based shadow bands.
Shadow Layer Count: Number of shadow layers (1–4).
Base Shadow ATR Multiplier: Multiplier for ATR when sizing the first band.
Smooth Color Transitions (boolean): Smooths RGB transitions for line and shadows, if enabled.
ATR Length for Shadow: ATR Period for computing volatility bands.
Use Dynamic Signal Size: Toggles dynamic scaling of reversal symbols.
Features
Moving average smoothing: a hybrid of ALMA and Zero‑Lag EMA that balances responsiveness and noise reduction.
Slope coloring: MA line and optionally price bars change color based on trend direction; color transitions can be smoothed for visual continuity.
ATR shadow layers: translucent bands around the MA show volatility envelopes; up to four concentric layers help gauge distance from normal price swings.
Dual Z‑Score filters: price and momentum must both deviate beyond thresholds to trigger signals, reducing false positives.
Dynamic signal sizing: reversal markers scale in size based on the combined Z‑Score magnitude, making stronger signals more prominent.
Adaptive visuals: optional smoothing of color channels creates gradient effects on lines and fills for a polished look.
Alert conditions: built‑in buy and sell alerts notify traders when reversal setups emerge.
Conclusion
Uptrick: Dynamic Z‑Score Deviation delivers a structured way to identify short‑term reversal opportunities by fusing statistical rigor with adaptive smoothing and clear visual cues. It guides traders through multiple confirmation layers—hybrid moving average, dual Z‑Score analysis, momentum filtering, and volatility envelopes—while keeping the chart clean and informative.
Disclaimer
This indicator is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Trading carries risk and may not be suitable for all participants. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always do your own analysis and risk management before making trading decisions.
Bullish and Bearish Breakout Alert for Gold Futures PullbackBelow is a Pine Script (version 6) for TradingView that includes both bullish and bearish breakout conditions for my intraday trading strategy on micro gold futures (MGC). The strategy focuses on scalping two-legged pullbacks to the 20 EMA or key levels with breakout confirmation, tailored for the Apex Trader Funding $300K challenge. The script accounts for the Daily Sentiment Index (DSI) at 87 (overbought, favoring pullbacks). It generates alerts for placing stop-limit orders for 175 MGC contracts, ensuring compliance with Apex’s rules ($7,500 trailing threshold, $20,000 profit target, 4:59 PM ET close).
Script Requirements
Version: Pine Script v6 (latest for TradingView, April 2025).
Purpose:
Bullish: Alert when price breaks above a rejection candle’s high after a two-legged pullback to the 20 EMA in a bullish trend (price above 20 EMA, VWAP, higher highs/lows).
Bearish: Alert when price breaks below a rejection candle’s low after a two-legged pullback to the 20 EMA in a bearish trend (price below 20 EMA, VWAP, lower highs/lows).
Context: 5-minute MGC chart, U.S. session (8:30 AM–12:00 PM ET), avoiding overbought breakouts above $3,450 (DSI 87).
Output: Alerts for stop-limit orders (e.g., “Buy: Stop=$3,377, Limit=$3,377.10” or “Sell: Stop=$3,447, Limit=$3,446.90”), quantity 175 MGC.
Apex Compliance: 175-contract limit, stop-losses, one-directional news trading, close by 4:59 PM ET.
How to Use the Script in TradingView
1. Add Script:
Open TradingView (tradingview.com).
Go to “Pine Editor” (bottom panel).
Copy the script from the content.
Click “Add to Chart” to apply to your MGC 5-minute chart .
2. Configure Chart:
Symbol: MGC (Micro Gold Futures, CME, via Tradovate/Apex data feed).
Timeframe: 5-minute (entries), 15-minute (trend confirmation, manually check).
Indicators: Script plots 20 EMA and VWAP; add RSI (14) and volume manually if needed .
3. Set Alerts:
Click the “Alert” icon (bell).
Add two alerts:
Bullish Breakout: Condition = “Bullish Breakout Alert for Gold Futures Pullback,” trigger = “Once Per Bar Close.”
Bearish Breakout: Condition = “Bearish Breakout Alert for Gold Futures Pullback,” trigger = “Once Per Bar Close.”
Customize messages (default provided) and set notifications (e.g., TradingView app, SMS).
Example: Bullish alert at $3,377 prompts “Stop=$3,377, Limit=$3,377.10, Quantity=175 MGC” .
4. Execute Orders:
Bullish:
Alert triggers (e.g., stop $3,377, limit $3,377.10).
In TradingView’s “Order Panel,” select “Stop-Limit,” set:
Stop Price: $3,377.
Limit Price: $3,377.10.
Quantity: 175 MGC.
Direction: Buy.
Confirm via Tradovate.
Add bracket order (OCO):
Stop-loss: Sell 175 at $3,376.20 (8 ticks, $1,400 risk).
Take-profit: Sell 87 at $3,378 (1:1), 88 at $3,379 (2:1) .
Bearish:
Alert triggers (e.g., stop $3,447, limit $3,446.90).
Select “Stop-Limit,” set:
Stop Price: $3,447.
Limit Price: $3,446.90.
Quantity: 175 MGC.
Direction: Sell.
Confirm via Tradovate.
Add bracket order:
Stop-loss: Buy 175 at $3,447.80 (8 ticks, $1,400 risk).
Take-profit: Buy 87 at $3,446 (1:1), 88 at $3,445 (2:1) .
5. Monitor:
Green triangles (bullish) or red triangles (bearish) confirm signals.
Avoid bullish entries above $3,450 (DSI 87, overbought) or bearish entries below $3,296 (support) .
Close trades by 4:59 PM ET (set 4:50 PM alert) .
Stochastic Strategy Table with Trend (1m–4H) + Toggle📊 Multi-Timeframe Stochastic Strategy Table with Trend Detection
This script is designed for intraday and swing traders who want to monitor Stochastic momentum across multiple timeframes in real-time — all directly on the main chart.
🔎 What This Script Does
This script builds a compact, color-coded table that displays:
✅ %K and %D values of the Stochastic oscillator
✅ Cross direction (K > D or K < D)
✅ Overbought/Oversold zone conditions
✅ Short-term trend detection via %K movement
It covers ten timeframes:
1m, 2m,3m,5m, 15m, 30m, 1H, 2H, 3H, 4H
🟩 How to Use It
Trend colors in header:
🟢 Green = %K is rising (uptrend)
🔴 Red = %K is falling (downtrend)
⚪ Gray = flat or neutral
Cross Row:
Green background = Bullish (%K > %D)
Red background = Bearish (%K < %D)
Zone Row:
Green = Oversold (%K and %D below 20)
Red = Overbought (%K and %D above 80)
Gray = Neutral zone
Use Case:
Look for multiple timeframes aligning in trend
Enter trades on short timeframes (e.g. 5m) when HTFs confirm direction
Especially powerful when used with price action on 5m/15m candles
⚙️ Configurable Inputs
%K Length
%K Smoothing
%D Length
Table location
Table size
💡 Why This Script Is Unique
Shows true higher timeframe Stochastic values (not interpolated from current chart)
Works in real-time with consistent updates
Trend direction is visualized without needing extra space
Built for serious intraday traders who rely on clean data and signal alignment
🙏 Credits & Notes
This tool was created to solve a real problem: getting accurate HTF stochastic data in a clean, real-time, decision-friendly format.
I built it for my own use — and now I'm sharing it for luck, and for anyone else looking to trade more clearly and confidently.
Feel free to fork, customize, or build upon it.
Good luck, and trade safe! 🍀💹
ONE RING 8 MA Bands with RaysCycle analysis tool ...
MAs: Eight moving averages (MA1–MA8) with customizable lengths, types (RMA, WMA, EMA, SMA), and offsets
Bands: Upper/lower bands for each MA, calculated based on final_pctX (Percentage mode) or final_ptsX (Points mode), scaled by multiplier
Rays: Forward-projected lines for bands, with customizable start points, styles (Solid, Dashed, Dotted), and lengths (up to 500 bars)
Band Choices
Manual: Uses individual inputs for band offsets
Uniform: Sets all offsets to base_pct (e.g., 0.1%) or base_pts (e.g., 0.1 points)
Linear: Scales linearly (e.g., base_pct * 1, base_pct * 2, base_pct * 3 ..., base_pct * 8)
Exponential: Scales exponentially (e.g., base_pct * 1, base_pct * 2, base_pct * 4, base_pct * 8 ..., base_pct * 128)
ATR-Based: Offsets are derived from the Average True Range (ATR), scaled by a linear factor. Dynamic bands that adapt to market conditions, useful for breakout or mean-reversion strategies. (final_pct1 = base_pct * atr, final_pct2 = base_pct * atr * 2, ..., final_pct8 = base_pct * atr * 8)
Geometric: Offsets follow a geometric progression (e.g., base_pct * r^0, base_pct * r^1, base_pct * r^2, ..., where r is a ratio like 1.5) This is less aggressive than Exponential (which uses powers of 2) and provides a smoother progression.
Example: If base_pct = 0.1, r = 1.5, then final_pct1 = 0.1%, final_pct2 = 0.15%, final_pct3 = 0.225%, ..., final_pct8 ≈ 1.71%
Harmonic: Offsets are based on harmonic flavored ratios. final_pctX = base_pct * X / (9 - X), final_ptsX = base_pts * X / (9 - X) for X = 1 to 8 This creates a harmonic-like progression where offsets increase non-linearly, ensuring MA8 bands are wider than MA1 bands, and avoids duplicating the Linear choice above.
Ex. offsets for base_pct = 0.1: MA1: ±0.0125% (0.1 * 1/8), MA2: ±0.0286% (0.1 * 2/7), MA3: ±0.05% (0.1 * 3/6), MA4: ±0.08% (0.1 * 4/5), MA5: ±0.125% (0.1 * 5/4), MA6: ±0.2% (0.1 * 6/3), MA7: ±0.35% (0.1 * 7/2), MA8: ±0.8% (0.1 * 8/1)
Square Root: Offsets grow with the square root of the band index (e.g., base_pct * sqrt(1), base_pct * sqrt(2), ..., base_pct * sqrt(8)). This creates a gradual widening, less aggressive than Linear or Exponential. Set final_pct1 = base_pct * sqrt(1), final_pct2 = base_pct * sqrt(2), ..., final_pct8 = base_pct * sqrt(8).
Example: If base_pct = 0.1, then final_pct1 = 0.1%, final_pct2 ≈ 0.141%, final_pct3 ≈ 0.173%, ..., final_pct8 ≈ 0.283%.
Fibonacci: Uses Fibonacci ratios (e.g., base_pct * 1, base_pct * 1.618, base_pct * 2.618
Percentage vs. Points Toggle:
In Percentage mode, bands are calculated as ma * (1 ± (final_pct / 100) * multiplier)
In Points mode, bands are calculated as ma ± final_pts * multiplier, where final_pts is in price units.
Threshold Setting for Slope:
Threshold setting for determining when the slope would be significant enough to call it a change in direction. Can check efficiency by setting MA1 to color on slope temporarily
Arrow table: Shows slope direction of 8 MAs using an Up or Down triangle, or shows Flat condition if no triangle.
Trend Channel SwiftEdgeTrend Channel SwiftEdge
The Trend Channel SwiftEdge is a powerful, visually striking tool designed to help traders identify trends and potential trade setups across multiple timeframes with a futuristic, tech-inspired design. This indicator combines a dynamic trend channel with a multi-timeframe trend dashboard and intelligent signal filtering to provide clear, actionable insights for both novice and experienced traders. Its unique neon-lit, holographic visuals give it a modern, cutting-edge feel, making your chart analysis both functional and visually engaging.
What It Does
This indicator identifies trends on your chart using a dynamic price channel and provides buy and sell signals based on trend alignments across multiple timeframes. It also features a dashboard that displays the trend direction (Up, Down, or Neutral) for six timeframes: 1-minute, 5-minute, 15-minute, 1-hour, 4-hour, and 1-day. The signals are filtered using a user-selected higher timeframe to ensure they align with broader market trends, reducing noise and improving trade reliability.
How It Works
The Trend Channel SwiftEdge operates in three key steps:
Dynamic Trend Channel:
A moving average (MA) is calculated based on your chosen type (SMA, EMA, or WMA) and length (default is 14 periods). This MA forms the backbone of the trend channel.
The channel’s upper and lower bounds are created by calculating the highest and lowest values of the MA over a period (default is 2x the MA length). These bounds help identify the trend: if the price is above the upper channel, the trend is Up; if below the lower channel, the trend is Down; otherwise, it’s Neutral.
The MA and channel lines are plotted with neon colors (green for Up, red for Down, blue for the channel bounds) to create a holographic effect, with a glowing background fill between the channels to highlight the trend direction.
Multi-Timeframe Trend Dashboard:
The indicator analyzes trends across six timeframes (1M, 5M, 15M, 1H, 4H, D1) using the same trend channel logic.
A dashboard in the top-right corner displays each timeframe’s trend direction with a futuristic design: neon green for Up, neon red for Down, and gray for Neutral, all set against a dark background with neon blue accents.
Signal Generation with Higher Timeframe Filter:
Buy and Sell signals are generated when the trend on the chart’s timeframe (e.g., 1M) aligns with a user-selected higher timeframe (e.g., 15M).
A Buy signal ("🚀 SwiftEdge BUY") appears when the price crosses above the upper channel (indicating an Up trend) and the selected higher timeframe’s trend also turns Up. If the higher timeframe is Neutral, the indicator checks even higher timeframes (e.g., 1H and 4H for a 15M filter) to confirm the trend direction.
A Sell signal ("🛑 SwiftEdge SELL") appears when the price crosses below the lower channel (indicating a Down trend) and the selected higher timeframe’s trend turns Down, with the same higher timeframe check for Neutral cases.
Signals are displayed as neon-colored labels with emojis for a futuristic touch, making them easy to spot.
Why This Combination?
The combination of a dynamic trend channel, multi-timeframe analysis, and signal filtering in Trend Channel SwiftEdge is designed to provide a comprehensive view of market trends while reducing false signals. The trend channel identifies the primary trend on your chart, while the multi-timeframe dashboard ensures you’re aware of the broader market context. The signal filter leverages higher timeframes to confirm that your trades align with larger trends, which is particularly useful in volatile markets where smaller timeframes can be noisy. This synergy creates a balanced approach, blending short-term precision with long-term trend confirmation, all wrapped in a visually engaging tech-inspired design.
How to Use It
Add the Indicator: Apply Trend Channel SwiftEdge to your TradingView chart.
Customize Settings:
SwiftEdge Moving Average Type: Choose between SMA, EMA, or WMA (default is EMA) to adjust the trend channel’s sensitivity.
SwiftEdge MA Length: Set the period for the moving average (default is 14).
SwiftEdge Signal Filter Timeframe: Select a higher timeframe (1M, 5M, 15M, 1H, 4H, D1) to filter signals (default is 15M). For example, on a 1M chart, selecting 15M ensures signals align with the 15-minute trend.
Show SwiftEdge Ribbon: Toggle the visibility of the trend channel’s moving average (default is true).
Show SwiftEdge Background Glow: Toggle the glowing background fill between the channel bounds (default is true).
Start/End Year: Set a time range for the indicator’s signals (default is 1900–2100).
Interpret the Dashboard: Check the top-right dashboard to see the trend direction across all timeframes. Use this to understand the broader market context.
Trade with Signals:
Look for "🚀 SwiftEdge BUY" labels (neon green) below candles to enter long positions when the trend aligns across timeframes.
Look for "🛑 SwiftEdge SELL" labels (neon red) above candles to enter short positions or exit longs.
Ensure the signal aligns with your trading strategy and risk management.
What Makes It Original?
Trend Channel SwiftEdge stands out with its futuristic, tech-inspired design and multi-timeframe synergy. Unlike traditional trend indicators, it combines a visually striking neon aesthetic with practical functionality, making trend analysis both intuitive and engaging. The signal filtering mechanism, which checks higher timeframes dynamically, ensures trades are backed by broader market trends, reducing the risk of false signals. The dashboard provides a quick, at-a-glance view of trends across multiple timeframes, empowering traders to make informed decisions without needing to switch charts. This blend of advanced trend analysis, intelligent signal filtering, and a high-tech visual theme makes it a unique tool for modern traders.
Notes
Best used on trending markets; in choppy conditions, consider using higher timeframes for signal filtering to reduce noise.
Adjust the MA length and signal timeframe based on your trading style (shorter for scalping, longer for swing trading).
Why This Description Complies with TradingView House Rules
What It Does:
Clearly explains that the script identifies trends using a dynamic channel, provides buy/sell signals, and displays a multi-timeframe dashboard.
How It Does It:
Breaks down the process into three steps: trend channel calculation, multi-timeframe analysis, and signal generation with higher timeframe filtering.
Explains the logic (e.g., price crossing the channel, trend alignment across timeframes) in simple terms.
How to Use It:
Provides step-by-step instructions on adding the indicator, customizing settings, interpreting the dashboard, and trading with signals.
What Makes It Original:
Highlights the unique tech-inspired design, the combination of trend channel and multi-timeframe filtering, and the dynamic higher timeframe check.
Justifies the Combination:
Explains why the trend channel, multi-timeframe dashboard, and signal filtering are used together: to balance short-term precision with long-term trend confirmation, reducing false signals.
Self-Contained:
All concepts (trend channel, multi-timeframe analysis, signal filtering) are explained within the description without requiring external research.
Avoids technical jargon that would confuse non-Pine readers, focusing on user-friendly language.
This updated description with the new name "Trend Channel SwiftEdge" should fully comply with TradingView’s House Rules. If you need further adjustments, let me know!
Volume Weighted Median Price (VWMP)The volume is indeed crucial for confirming price moves and understanding market conviction. While many traders are familiar with VWAP (Volume Weighted Average Price), this indicator introduces a lesser-known but powerful cousin: the Volume Weighted Median Price (VWMP).
What is VWMP?
Unlike VWAP, which calculates the average price weighted by volume over a period, VWMP identifies the median price level weighted by volume.
Think of it this way: If you line up all the trades within a specific lookback period, sorted by price, and then start accumulating the volume traded at each price level, the VWMP is the price level where 50% of the total volume occurred below it, and 50% occurred above it.
It essentially finds the "middle ground" of trading activity based on where the bulk of the volume actually traded, not just the average price.
Key Difference: VWMP vs. VWAP
VWAP: Volume Weighted Average Price. Sensitive to outliers (single large trades at extreme prices can skew the average).
VWMP: Volume Weighted Median Price. More robust to outliers. It represents the price that splits the period's volume distribution in half.
Because it uses the median, VWMP can sometimes provide a more stable or representative level of the "typical" price where significant volume is changing hands, especially in volatile markets or when large, anomalous trades occur.
How to Interpret and Use VWMP in trading
The VWMP plots as a line on your chart, similar to a moving average or VWAP. Here are a few ways traders might use it:
Dynamic Support and Resistance:
Like VWAP, the VWMP line can act as a dynamic level of interest.
Watch how price interacts with the VWMP. Consistent acceptance above VWMP might suggest bullish control and potential support.
Consistent rejection or acceptance below VWMP might indicate bearish control and potential resistance.
Trend Filter / Confirmation:
Uptrend: Look for price consistently staying above the VWMP line. Pullbacks to the VWMP that hold could offer entry opportunities.
Downtrend: Look for price consistently staying below the VWMP line. Rallies to the VWMP that fail could present shorting opportunities.
Use it to filter trades: Only take long trades if price is above VWMP, and short trades if below.
Mean Reversion Potential (Use with Caution):
When price extends significantly far away from the VWMP, some traders might look for potential reversion back towards this volume-based median level.
Important: This should not be used in isolation. Always look for confirmation from other indicators (like RSI, Stochastics, or candlestick patterns) before trading counter-trend reversions.
Confluence with Other Indicators:
VWMP works best when combined with other analysis tools.
Look for confluence: Does the VWMP align with a key Fibonacci level, a standard moving average, or a prior support/resistance zone? This confluence strengthens the level's potential significance.
Considerations
Lookback Period: The length input is crucial. A shorter period makes VWMP more responsive to recent action; a longer period makes it smoother and reflects longer-term volume distribution. Experiment to find what suits your timeframe and trading style.
Lagging Nature: Like all indicators based on past data, VWMP is inherently lagging. It reflects past volume distribution, not the future.
Market Context: Its effectiveness can vary depending on the market conditions (trending vs. ranging) and the asset being traded.
SMT SwiftEdge PowerhouseSMT SwiftEdge Powerhouse: Precision Trading with Divergence, Liquidity Grabs, and OTE Zones
The SMT SwiftEdge Powerhouse is a powerful trading tool designed to help traders identify high-probability entry points during the most active market sessions—London and New York. By combining Smart Money Technique (SMT) Divergence, Liquidity Grabs, and Optimal Trade Entry (OTE) Zones, this script provides a unique and cohesive strategy for capturing market reversals with precision. Whether you're a scalper or a swing trader, this indicator offers clear visual signals to enhance your trading decisions on any timeframe.
What Does This Script Do?
This script integrates three key concepts to identify potential trading opportunities:
SMT Divergence:
SMT Divergence compares the price action of two correlated assets (e.g., Nasdaq and S&P 500 futures) to detect hidden market reversals. When one asset makes a higher high while the other makes a lower high (bearish divergence), or one makes a lower low while the other makes a higher low (bullish divergence), it signals a potential reversal. This technique leverages institutional "smart money" behavior to anticipate market shifts.
Liquidity Grabs:
Liquidity Grabs occur when price breaks above recent highs or below recent lows on higher timeframes (5m and 15m), often triggering stop-loss orders from retail traders. These breakouts are identified using pivot points and confirm institutional activity, setting the stage for a reversal. The script focuses on liquidity grabs during the London and New York sessions for maximum market activity.
Optimal Trade Entry (OTE) Zones:
OTE Zones are Fibonacci-based retracement areas (e.g., 61.8%) calculated after a liquidity grab. These zones highlight where price is likely to retrace before continuing in the direction of the reversal, offering a high-probability entry point. The script adjusts the width of these zones using the Average True Range (ATR) to adapt to market volatility.
By combining these components, the script identifies when institutional activity (liquidity grabs) aligns with market reversals (SMT divergence) and pinpoints precise entry points (OTE zones) during high-liquidity sessions.
Why Combine These Components?
The integration of SMT Divergence, Liquidity Grabs, and OTE Zones creates a robust trading system for several reasons:
Synergy of Institutional Signals: SMT Divergence and Liquidity Grabs both reflect "smart money" behavior—divergence shows hidden reversals, while liquidity grabs confirm institutional intent to trap retail traders. Together, they provide a strong foundation for identifying high-probability setups.
Session-Based Precision: Focusing on the London and New York sessions ensures signals occur during periods of high volatility and liquidity, increasing their reliability.
Precision Entries with OTE: After confirming a setup with divergence and liquidity grabs, OTE zones provide a clear entry area, reducing guesswork and improving trade accuracy.
Adaptability: The script works on any timeframe, with adjustable settings for signal sensitivity, session times, and Fibonacci levels, making it versatile for different trading styles.
This combination makes the script unique by aligning institutional insights with actionable entry points, tailored to the most active market hours.
How to Use the Script
Setup:
Add the script to your chart (works on any timeframe, e.g., 1m, 5m, 15m).
Configure the settings in the indicator's inputs:
Session Settings: Adjust the start/end times for London and New York sessions (default: London 8-11 UTC, New York 13-16 UTC). You can disable session restrictions if desired.
Asset Settings: Set the primary and secondary assets for SMT Divergence (default: NQ1! and ES1!). Ensure the assets are correlated.
Signal Settings: Adjust the lookback period, ATR period, and signal sensitivity (Low/Medium/High) to control the frequency of signals.
OTE Settings: Choose the Fibonacci level for OTE zones (default: 61.8%).
Visual Settings: Enable/disable OTE zones, SMT labels, and debug labels for troubleshooting.
Interpreting Signals:
Blue Circles: Indicate a liquidity grab (price breaking a 5m or 15m pivot high/low), marking the start of a potential setup.
Blue OTE Zones: Appear after a liquidity grab, showing the retracement area (e.g., 61.8% Fibonacci level) where price is likely to enter for a reversal trade. The label "OTE Trigger 5m/15m" confirms the direction (Short/Long) and session.
Green/Red Entry Boxes: Mark precise entry points when price enters the OTE zone and confirms the SMT Divergence. Green boxes indicate a long entry, red boxes a short entry.
Trading Example:
On a 1m chart, a blue circle appears when price breaks a 5m pivot high during the London session.
A blue OTE zone forms, showing a retracement area (e.g., 61.8% Fibonacci level) with the label "OTE Trigger 5m/15m (Short, London)".
Price retraces into the OTE zone, and a red "Short Entry" box appears, confirming a bearish SMT Divergence.
Enter a short trade at the red box, with a stop-loss above the OTE zone and a take-profit at the next support level.
Originality and Utility
The SMT SwiftEdge Powerhouse stands out by merging SMT Divergence, Liquidity Grabs, and OTE Zones into a single, session-focused indicator. Unlike traditional indicators that focus on one aspect of price action, this script combines institutional reversal signals with precise entry zones, tailored to the most active market hours. Its adaptability across timeframes, customizable settings, and clear visual cues make it a versatile tool for traders seeking to capitalize on smart money movements with confidence.
Tips for Best Results
Use on correlated assets like NQ1! (Nasdaq futures) and ES1! (S&P 500 futures) for accurate SMT Divergence.
Test on lower timeframes (1m, 5m) for scalping or higher timeframes (15m, 1H) for swing trading.
Adjust the "Signal Sensitivity" to "High" for more signals or "Low" for fewer, high-quality setups.
Enable "Show Debug Labels" if signals are not appearing as expected, to troubleshoot pivot points and liquidity grabs.
