PA SystemPA System
短简介 Short Description（放在最上面）
中文：
PA System 是一套以 AL Brooks 价格行为为核心的策略（Strategy），将 结构（HH/HL/LH/LL）→ 回调（H1/L1）→ 二次入场（H2/L2 微平台突破） 串成完整可回测流程，并可选叠加 BoS/CHoCH 结构突破过滤 与 Liquidity Sweep（扫流动性）确认。内置风险管理：定风险仓位、部分止盈、保本、移动止损、时间止损、冷却期。
English:
PA System is an AL Brooks–inspired Price Action strategy that chains Market Structure (HH/HL/LH/LL) → Pullback (H1/L1) → Second Entry (H2/L2 via Micro Range Breakout) into a complete backtestable workflow, with optional BoS/CHoCH structure-break filtering and Liquidity Sweep confirmation. Built-in risk management includes risk-based sizing, partial exits, breakeven, trailing stops, time stop, and cooldown.
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1) 核心理念 Core Idea
中文：
这不是“指标堆叠”，而是一条清晰的价格行为决策链：
结构确认 → 回调出现 → 小平台突破（二次入场）→ 风控出场。
策略把 Brooks 常见的“二次入场”思路程序化，同时用可选的结构突破与扫流动性模块提升信号质量、减少震荡误入。
English:
This is not an “indicator soup.” It’s a clear price-action decision chain:
Confirmed structure → Pullback → Micro-range breakout (second entry) → Risk-managed exits.
The system programmatically implements the Brooks-style “second entry” concept, and optionally adds structure-break and liquidity-sweep context to reduce chop and improve trade quality.
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2) 主要模块 Main Modules
A. 结构识别 Market Structure (HH/HL/LH/LL)
中文：
使用 pivot 摆动点确认结构，标记 HH/HL/LH/LL，并可显示最近一组摆动水平线，方便对照结构位置。
English:
Uses confirmed pivot swings to label HH/HL/LH/LL and optionally plots the most recent swing levels for clean structure context.
B. 状态机 Market Regime (State Machine + “Always In”)
中文：
基于趋势K强度、EMA关系与波动范围，识别市场环境（Breakout/Channel/Range）以及 Always-In 方向，用于过滤不合适的交易环境。
English:
A lightweight regime engine detects Breakout/Channel/Range and an “Always In” directional bias using momentum and EMA/range context to avoid low-quality conditions.
C. 二次入场 Second Entry Engine (H1→H2 / L1→L2)
中文：
• H1/L1：回调到结构附近并出现反转迹象
• H2/L2：在 H1/L1 后等待最小 bars，然后触发 Micro Range Breakout（小平台突破）并要求信号K收盘强度达标
这一段是策略的“主发动机”。
English:
• H1/L1: Pullback into structure with reversal intent
• H2/L2: After a minimum wait, triggers on Micro Range Breakout plus a configurable close-strength filter
This is the main “entry engine.”
D. 可选过滤器 Optional Filters (Quality Boost)
BoS/CHoCH（结构突破过滤）
中文： 可识别 BoS / CHoCH，并可要求“入场前最近 N bars 必须有同向 break”。
English: Detects BoS/CHoCH and can require a recent same-direction break within N bars.
Liquidity Sweeps（扫流动性确认）
中文： 画出 pivot 高/低的流动性水平线，检测“刺破后收回”的 sweep，并可要求入场前出现同向 sweep。
English: Tracks pivot-based liquidity levels, confirms sweeps (pierce-and-reclaim), and can require a recent sweep before entry.
E. FVG 可视化 FVG Visualization
中文： 提供 FVG 区域盒子与管理模式（仅保留未回补 / 仅保留最近N），主要用于区域理解与复盘，不作为强制入场条件（可自行扩展）。
English: Displays FVG boxes with retention modes (unfilled-only or last-N). Primarily for context/analysis; not required for entries (you can extend it as a filter/target).
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3) 风险管理 Risk Management (Built-In)
中文：
• 定风险仓位：按账户权益百分比计算仓位
• SL/TP：基于结构 + ATR 缓冲，且限制最大止损 ATR 倍
• 部分止盈：到达指定 R 后减仓
• 保本：到达指定 R 后推到 BE
• 移动止损：到达指定 R 后开始跟随
• 时间止损：持仓太久不动则退出
• 冷却期：出场后等待 N bars 再允许新单
English:
• Risk-based sizing: position size from equity risk %
• SL/TP: structure + ATR buffer with max ATR risk cap
• Partial exits at an R threshold
• Breakeven at an R threshold
• Trailing stop activation at an R threshold
• Time stop to reduce chop damage
• Cooldown after exit to avoid rapid re-entries
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4) 推荐使用方式 Recommended Usage
中文：
• 推荐从 5m / 15m / 1H 开始测试
• 想更稳：开启 EMA Filter + Break Filter + Sweep Filter，并提高 Close Strength
• 想更多信号：关闭 Break/Sweep 过滤或降低 Swing Length / Close Strength
• 回测时务必设置合理的手续费与滑点，尤其是期货/指数
English:
• Start testing on 5m / 15m / 1H
• For higher quality: enable EMA Filter + Break Filter + Sweep Filter and increase Close Strength
• For more signals: disable Break/Sweep filters or reduce Swing Length / Close Strength
• Use realistic commissions/slippage in backtests (especially for futures/indices)
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5) 重要说明 Notes
中文：
结构 pivot 需要右侧确认 bars，因此结构点存在天然滞后（确认后不会再变）。策略逻辑尽量避免不必要的对象堆叠，并对数组/对象做了稳定管理，适合长期运行与复盘。
English:
Pivot-based structure requires right-side confirmation (inherent lag; once confirmed it won’t change). The script is designed for stability and resource-safe object management, suitable for long sessions and review.
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免责声明 Disclaimer（建议原样保留）
中文：
本脚本仅用于教育与研究目的，不构成任何投资建议。策略回测结果受市场条件、手续费、滑点、交易时段、数据质量等影响显著。使用者需自行验证并承担全部风险。过往表现不代表未来结果。
English:
This script is for educational and research purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Backtest results are highly sensitive to market conditions, fees, slippage, session settings, and data quality. Use at your own risk. Past performance is not indicative of future results.
חפש סקריפטים עבור "Futures"
Ocean Master [JOAT]Ocean Master QE - Advanced Oceanic Market Analysis with Quantum Flow Dynamics
Overview
Ocean Master QE is an open-source overlay indicator that combines multiple analytical techniques into a unified market analysis framework. It uses ATR-based dynamic channels, volume-weighted order flow analysis, multi-timeframe correlation (quantum entanglement concept), and harmonic oscillator calculations to provide traders with a comprehensive view of market conditions.
What This Indicator Does
The indicator calculates and displays several key components:
Dynamic Price Channels - ATR-adjusted upper, middle, and lower channels that adapt to current volatility conditions
Order Flow Analysis - Separates buying and selling volume pressure to calculate a directional delta
Smart Money Index - Volume-weighted order flow metric that highlights potential institutional activity
Harmonic Oscillator - Weighted combination of 10 Fibonacci-period EMAs (5, 8, 13, 21, 34, 55, 89, 144, 233, 377) to identify trend direction
Multi-Timeframe Correlation - Measures price correlation across 1H, 4H, and Daily timeframes
Wave Function Analysis - Momentum-based state detection that identifies when price action becomes decisive
How It Works
The core channel calculation uses ATR with a configurable quantum sensitivity factor:
float atr = ta.atr(i_atrLength)
float quantumFactor = 1.0 + (i_quantumSensitivity * 0.1)
float quantumATR = atr * quantumFactor
upperChannel := ta.highest(high, i_length) - (quantumATR * 0.5)
lowerChannel := ta.lowest(low, i_length) + (quantumATR * 0.5)
midChannel := (upperChannel + lowerChannel) * 0.5
Order flow is calculated by separating volume into buy and sell components based on candle direction:
The harmonic oscillator weights shorter EMAs more heavily using inverse weighting (1/1, 1/2, 1/3... 1/10), creating a responsive yet smooth trend indicator.
Signal Generation
Confluence signals require multiple conditions to align:
Bullish: Harmonic oscillator crosses above zero + positive Smart Money Index + positive Order Flow Delta
Bearish: Harmonic oscillator crosses below zero + negative Smart Money Index + negative Order Flow Delta
Dashboard Panel (Top-Right)
Bias - Current market direction based on price vs mid-channel
Entanglement - Multi-timeframe correlation score (0-100%)
Wave State - COLLAPSED (decisive) or SUPERPOSITION (uncertain)
Volume - Current volume relative to 20-period average
Volatility - ATR as percentage of price
Smart Money - Volume-weighted order flow reading
Visual Elements
Ocean Depth Layers - Gradient fills between channel levels representing different price zones
Channel Lines - Upper (surface), middle, and lower (seabed) dynamic levels
Divergence Markers - Triangle shapes when harmonic oscillator crosses zero
Confluence Labels - BULL/BEAR labels when multiple factors align
Suggested Use Cases
Identify trend direction using the harmonic oscillator and channel position
Monitor order flow for potential institutional activity
Use multi-timeframe correlation to confirm trade direction across timeframes
Watch for confluence signals where multiple factors align
Input Parameters
Length (default: 14) - Base period for channel and indicator calculations
ATR Length (default: 14) - Period for ATR calculation
Quantum Depth (default: 3) - Complexity factor for calculations
Quantum Sensitivity (default: 1.5) - Channel width multiplier
Timeframe Recommendations
Works on all timeframes. Higher timeframes (4H, Daily) provide smoother signals; lower timeframes require faster reaction times and may produce more noise.
Limitations
Multi-timeframe requests add processing overhead
Order flow estimation is based on candle direction, not actual order book data
Correlation calculations require sufficient historical data
Open-Source and Disclaimer
This script is published as open-source under the Mozilla Public License 2.0 for educational purposes. It does not constitute financial advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always use proper risk management and conduct your own analysis before trading.
- Made with passion by officialjackofalltrades
Trend Strength Matrix [JOAT]Trend Strength Matrix — Multi-Timeframe Confluence Analysis System
This indicator addresses a specific analytical challenge: how to efficiently compare multiple technical measurements across different timeframes while accounting for their varying scales and interpretations. Rather than managing separate indicator windows with different scales, this tool normalizes four distinct analytical approaches to a common -1 to +1 scale and presents them in a unified matrix format.
Why This Combination Adds Value
The core problem this indicator solves is analytical fragmentation. Traders often use multiple indicators but struggle with:
1. **Scale Inconsistency**: RSI ranges 0-100, MACD has no fixed range, ADX ranges 0-100 but measures strength not direction
2. **Timeframe Coordination**: Checking multiple timeframes requires switching between charts or cramming multiple indicators
3. **Cognitive Load**: Processing different indicator types simultaneously creates mental overhead
4. **Confluence Assessment**: Determining when multiple approaches agree requires manual comparison
This indicator specifically addresses these issues by creating a standardized analytical framework where different measurement approaches can be directly compared both within and across timeframes.
Originality and Technical Innovation
While the individual components (RSI, MACD, ADX, Moving Average) are standard, the originality lies in:
1. **Unified Normalization System**: Each component is mathematically transformed to a -1 to +1 scale using component-specific normalization that preserves the indicator's core characteristics
2. **Multi-Timeframe Weighting Algorithm**: Higher timeframes receive proportionally more weight (40% current, 25% next, 20% third, 15% fourth) based on the principle that longer timeframes provide more significant context
3. **Real-Time Confluence Scoring**: The composite calculation provides an instant assessment of how much the different analytical approaches agree
4. **Adaptive Visual Encoding**: The heatmap format allows immediate pattern recognition of agreement/disagreement across both indicators and timeframes
How the Components Work Together
Each component measures a different aspect of market behavior, and their combination provides a more complete analytical picture:
**Momentum Component (RSI-based)**: Measures the velocity of price changes by comparing average gains to losses
**Trend Component (MACD-based)**: Measures the relationship between fast and slow moving averages, indicating trend acceleration/deceleration
**Strength Component (ADX-based)**: Measures trend strength regardless of direction, then applies directional bias
**Position Component (MA-based)**: Measures price position relative to a reference average
The mathematical relationship between these components creates a comprehensive view:
- When all four agree (similar colors), it suggests multiple analytical approaches are aligned
- When they disagree (mixed colors), it highlights analytical uncertainty or transition periods
- The composite score quantifies the degree of agreement numerically
Detailed Component Analysis
**1. Momentum Oscillator Component**
This component transforms RSI into a centered oscillator by subtracting 50 and dividing by 50, creating a -1 to +1 range where 0 represents equilibrium between buying and selling pressure.
// Momentum calculation normalized to -1 to +1 scale
float rsi = ta.rsi(close, rsiLength)
float rsiScore = (rsi - 50) / 50
// Result: 0 at equilibrium, +1 at extreme overbought, -1 at extreme oversold
**2. Moving Average Convergence Component**
MACD is normalized by its own volatility (standard deviation) to create a bounded oscillator. This prevents the unbounded nature of MACD from dominating the composite calculation.
// MACD normalized by its historical volatility
= ta.macd(close, macdFast, macdSlow, macdSignal)
float macdStdev = ta.stdev(macdLine, 100)
float macdScore = macdStdev != 0 ? math.max(-1, math.min(1, macdLine / (macdStdev * 2))) : 0
**3. Directional Movement Component**
This combines ADX (strength) with directional movement (+DI vs -DI) to create a directional strength measurement. ADX alone shows strength but not direction; this component adds directional context.
// ADX-based directional strength
= calcADX(adxLength)
float adxStrength = math.min(adx / 50, 1) // Normalize ADX to 0-1
float adxDirection = plusDI > minusDI ? 1 : -1 // Direction bias
float adxScore = adxStrength * adxDirection // Combine strength and direction
**4. Price Position Component**
This measures price deviation from a moving average, weighted by the magnitude of deviation to distinguish between minor and significant displacements.
// Price position relative to moving average
float ma = ta.sma(close, maLength)
float maDirection = close > ma ? 1 : -1
float maDeviation = math.abs(close - ma) / ma * 10 // Percentage deviation scaled
float maScore = math.max(-1, math.min(1, maDirection * math.min(maDeviation, 1)))
Multi-Timeframe Integration Logic
The multi-timeframe system uses a weighted average that gives more influence to higher timeframes:
// Timeframe weighting system
float currentTF = composite * 0.40 // Current timeframe: 40%
float higherTF1 = composite_tf2 * 0.25 // Next higher: 25%
float higherTF2 = composite_tf3 * 0.20 // Third higher: 20%
float higherTF3 = composite_tf4 * 0.15 // Fourth higher: 15%
float multiTFComposite = currentTF + higherTF1 + higherTF2 + higherTF3
This weighting reflects the principle that higher timeframes provide more significant context for market direction, while lower timeframes provide timing precision.
What the Dashboard Shows
The heatmap displays a grid where:
Each row represents a timeframe
Each column shows one component's normalized reading
Colors indicate the value: green shades for positive, red shades for negative, gray for neutral
The rightmost column shows the composite average for that timeframe
Visual Elements
Moving Average Line — A simple moving average plotted on the price chart
Background Tint — Subtle coloring based on the composite score
Shift Labels — Markers when the composite crosses threshold values
Dashboard Table — The main heatmap display
Inputs
Calculation Parameters:
Momentum Length (default: 14)
MACD Fast/Slow/Signal (default: 12/26/9)
Directional Movement Length (default: 14)
Moving Average Length (default: 50)
Timeframe Settings:
Enable/disable multi-timeframe analysis
Select additional timeframes to display
How to Read the Display
Similar colors across a row indicate the components are showing similar readings
Mixed colors indicate the components are showing different readings
The composite percentage shows the average of all four components
Alerts
Composite crossed above/below threshold values
Strong readings (above 50% or below -50%)
Important Limitations and Realistic Expectations
This indicator displays current analytical conditions—it does not predict future price movements
Agreement between components indicates current analytical alignment, not future price direction
All four components are based on historical price data and inherently lag price action
Market conditions can change rapidly, making current readings irrelevant
Different parameter settings will produce different readings and interpretations
No combination of technical indicators can reliably predict future market behavior
Strong readings in one direction do not guarantee continued movement in that direction
The composite score reflects mathematical relationships, not market fundamentals or sentiment
This tool should be used as one input among many in a comprehensive analytical approach
Appropriate Use Cases
This indicator is designed for:
- Analytical organization and efficiency
- Multi-timeframe confluence assessment
- Pattern recognition in indicator relationships
- Educational study of how different analytical approaches relate
- Supplementary analysis alongside other methods
This indicator is NOT designed for:
- Standalone trading signals
- Guaranteed profit generation
- Market timing precision
- Replacement of fundamental analysis
- Automated trading systems
— Made with passion by officialjackofalltrades
DAILY INTRADAY KEY LEVELS by TenAMTrader📌 DAILY INTRADAY KEY LEVELS — by TenAMTrader
DAILY INTRADAY KEY LEVELS is a precision-built intraday mapping tool designed to keep traders aligned with the most important price references used by institutions and active day traders.
This indicator automatically plots Previous Day RTH levels, Overnight levels, and the Opening Range (ORB) using New York session timing, so your levels remain consistent and reliable across all intraday timeframes.
🔑 Levels Included
Previous Day (RTH)
PDH – Previous Day Regular Trading Hours High
PDL – Previous Day Regular Trading Hours Low
(Locked at the RTH close for accuracy)
Overnight Session (16:00–09:30 NY)
ONH – Overnight High
ONL – Overnight Low
(Tracks live overnight and finalizes at the cash open)
Opening Range (09:30–09:45 NY)
ORBH – Opening Range High
ORBM – Opening Range Midpoint
ORBL – Opening Range Low
🎯 Why These Levels Matter
These price levels frequently act as:
Liquidity targets
Support & resistance
Decision points for continuation vs. rejection
Bias filters for trend days vs. range days
The Opening Range, in particular, is a cornerstone of many institutional and professional trading models.
⚙️ Customization & Controls
Toggle each level on/off independently
Choose solid lines or line-with-breaks
Adjustable line width and colors
Optional future-extending rays
Clean single-label system (no clutter)
Text-only or boxed labels
Configurable label side, size, and offsets
Optional current-day-only view to keep charts clean
All values remain timeframe-independent, meaning your levels will not change when switching chart intervals.
📈 Best Use Cases
Futures, Index, and Equity day trading
Opening drive & ORB strategies
Fade vs. continuation decision-making
Level confluence with VWAP, trend, or volume tools
⚠️ Disclaimer
This indicator is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice or trade recommendations. Trading involves risk, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Always manage risk and trade according to your own plan.
Built for traders who plan first, execute second, and respect key levels.
— TenAMTrader
Smart Money Zones (FVG + OB) + MTF Trend Panel## Overview
Professional-grade institutional trading zones indicator that identifies **Fair Value Gaps (FVG)** and **Order Blocks (OB)** - key price inefficiencies where smart money operates. Includes a comprehensive **Multi-Timeframe Trend Panel** for complete market context at a glance.
## Core Features
### 🎯 Fair Value Gaps (FVG)
Fair Value Gaps occur when price moves so aggressively that it leaves an "imbalance" or "gap" in the market structure. These zones often act as magnets where price returns to find liquidity.
**Detection Logic:**
- **Bullish FVG**: When current candle's low is above the high of the candle 2 bars ago
- **Bearish FVG**: When current candle's high is below the low of the candle 2 bars ago
- Requires strong impulse candle (configurable body percentage threshold)
- Color-coded zones: Green for bullish, Red for bearish
### 📦 Order Blocks (OB)
Order Blocks represent the last opposite candle before a significant price move - the zone where institutional orders were placed before the breakout.
**Detection Logic:**
- Identifies the last bearish candle before a strong bullish breakout (Bullish OB)
- Identifies the last bullish candle before a strong bearish breakout (Bearish OB)
- Validates breakout strength using ATR multiplier (1.2x default)
- Color-coded zones: Blue for bullish, Orange for bearish
### 📊 Multi-Timeframe Trend Panel
Real-time trend analysis across **7 timeframes** displayed in an elegant dashboard:
- **1 Minute** - Ultra short-term scalping
- **5 Minutes** - Short-term momentum
- **15 Minutes** - Intraday swings
- **30 Minutes** - Session trends
- **1 Hour** - Multi-session trends
- **4 Hours** - Daily structure
- **Daily** - Long-term direction
**Visual Indicators:**
- 🟢 Green circle = Bullish trend
- 🔴 Red circle = Bearish trend
- Clean, professional table design with customizable position and size
## Intelligence Features
### 🧠 Zone Strength Rating
Every zone is automatically classified by strength based on size relative to ATR:
- **VERY STRONG** - 2.0x ATR or more (major institutional zones)
- **STRONG** - 1.5x to 2.0x ATR (significant zones)
- **MEDIUM** - 1.0x to 1.5x ATR (moderate zones)
- **WEAK** - Below 1.0x ATR (minor zones)
Strength rating helps you prioritize which zones to trade from!
### 📉 Smart Mitigation Tracking
Zones automatically track how much they've been "filled" or mitigated:
- Calculates penetration percentage as price enters the zone
- Zones turn **gray** when 50%+ mitigated or fully filled
- Option to **auto-delete** mitigated zones to keep chart clean
- Live zones extend dynamically with price action
### 🎨 Trend Filter (Optional)
When enabled, only shows zones aligned with the current trend:
- Uses customizable MA period (default 50)
- Bullish zones only appear in uptrend
- Bearish zones only appear in downtrend
- Reduces noise and false signals significantly
## Customization Options
### Display Settings
- Toggle FVGs and OBs independently
- Adjust max zones per type (5-200)
- Choose to remove or gray out mitigated zones
- Color customization for all zone types
### Detection Parameters
- **Min Impulse Body %**: Controls how strong the impulse candle must be (0.3-1.0)
- **Order Block Lookback**: How many bars to look back for OB validation (5-50)
- **ATR Length**: Period for ATR calculation (5-50)
### Trend Filter
- Enable/disable trend filtering
- Adjustable MA period for trend determination
### MTF Panel
- Show/hide the trend panel
- 4 position options: Top Right, Top Left, Bottom Right, Bottom Left
- 3 size options: Small, Normal, Large
- Customizable MA period for trend calculation across all timeframes
## Trading Applications
### 1. **Liquidity Grab Entries**
Wait for price to sweep a zone (50%+ mitigation) then enter on reversal. Smart money often "hunts" these zones before the real move begins.
### 2. **Confluence Trading**
Look for zones that align with:
- Multiple timeframe trends showing same direction
- Multiple FVGs/OBs stacking in same area
- Key support/resistance levels
### 3. **Breakout Confirmation**
Use Order Blocks to confirm the strength of breakouts. Strong OBs indicate institutional participation.
### 4. **Retracement Entries**
Enter when price returns to a fresh, unmitigated zone in the direction of the higher timeframe trend.
### 5. **Range Trading**
Identify FVG zones at range extremes - price often reverses at these inefficiencies.
## How It Works
**Fair Value Gaps** form when the middle candle creates such aggressive movement that it leaves a price gap between the high/low of surrounding candles. Institutional traders know these gaps get filled.
**Order Blocks** mark the origin of major moves. The last opposite-colored candle before a breakout is where large orders were placed. Price often returns to these zones for "retests" before continuing.
**Mitigation** happens when price returns to fill these zones. The indicator tracks this automatically, showing you which zones are still "fresh" and which have been used up.
## Best Practices
✅ **Use higher timeframe trends** - Always check the MTF panel before taking trades
✅ **Trade fresh zones** - Unmitigated zones (not gray) have the highest probability
✅ **Combine with price action** - Look for rejection wicks and engulfing candles at zones
✅ **Respect zone strength** - VERY STRONG and STRONG zones are most reliable
✅ **Use trend filter** - Especially on lower timeframes to reduce false signals
❌ **Don't overtrade** - Not every zone will react, wait for confirmation
❌ **Don't ignore context** - Check the MTF panel for conflicting trends
❌ **Don't chase** - Wait for price to come to the zone, don't enter mid-zone
## Technical Details
- **Non-repainting**: All zones are drawn on confirmed candles only
- **Performance optimized**: Uses efficient array management with per-type caps
- **Real-time updates**: Zones extend and track mitigation as price moves
- **Universal compatibility**: Works on all markets and timeframes
## Recommended Settings by Style
**Scalping (1m-5m charts):**
- Max zones: 10-15
- Use trend filter: ON
- MTF Panel: Focus on 1m-15m trends
- Remove mitigated: ON (keep chart clean)
**Day Trading (5m-1H charts):**
- Max zones: 15-20
- Use trend filter: ON
- MTF Panel: Focus on 15m-4H trends
- Remove mitigated: OFF (track zone history)
**Swing Trading (1H-D charts):**
- Max zones: 20+
- Use trend filter: Optional
- MTF Panel: Focus on 1H-1D trends
- Remove mitigated: OFF (important zones persist)
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## Perfect For
- Smart Money Concept (SMC) traders
- ICT methodology followers
- Institutional order flow traders
- Price action traders seeking key zones
- Multi-timeframe analysis enthusiasts
**Compatible with all markets:** Forex, Crypto, Stocks, Indices, Commodities, Futures
*Trade where the institutions trade. Follow the smart money.*
Volume-Confirmed Reversal Engine [Scalping-Algo]█ VOLUME-CONFIRMED REVERSAL ENGINE
A reversal detection system combining price action exhaustion with volume confirmation to identify high-probability turning points.
█ WHAT MAKES THIS ORIGINAL?
Unlike oscillators (RSI, Stochastic) that signal at arbitrary levels, VCRE uses a TWO-STEP CONFIRMATION process:
1. ANCHOR CANDLE: Detects when price closes beyond ALL recent candles (not just one), indicating true exhaustion
2. VOLUME VALIDATION: Requires 2x average volume to confirm institutional participation
3. BREAKOUT CONFIRMATION: Waits for price to break back through anchor range before signaling
4. QUALITY SCORING: Rates each signal 1-4 stars based on multiple confluence factors
█ HOW IT WORKS
STEP 1 - ANCHOR DETECTION
• Bullish: Close drops below the LOW of ALL previous N candles + high volume
• Bearish: Close rises above the HIGH of ALL previous N candles + high volume
• This identifies potential exhaustion points with institutional participation
STEP 2 - CONFIRMATION
• Bullish signal: Price must close ABOVE anchor candle's high
• Bearish signal: Price must close BELOW anchor candle's low
• Must occur within specified bars or setup is cancelled
STEP 3 - SCORING (1-4 Stars)
★ Confirmation occurred
★ Anchor had exceptional volume (>2x avg)
★ Confirmation candle has strong volume (>1.2x avg)
★ Aligned with macro trend (200 EMA)
█ HOW TO USE
SIGNALS
• Green "B" = BUY signal | Red "S" = SELL signal
• More stars (★) = Higher probability setup
SETUP BOXES
• Green box = Bullish setup forming, waiting for confirmation
• Red box = Bearish setup forming, waiting for confirmation
DASHBOARD
• Shows status, confirmation countdown, and volume condition
█ RECOMMENDED SETTINGS
| Style | Lookback | Confirm | Volume Multi |
|--------------|----------|---------|--------------|
| Scalping | 10-15 | 2-3 | 1.5x |
| Day Trading | 15-25 | 3-4 | 2.0x |
| Swing | 20-30 | 3-5 | 2.0-2.5x |
█ KEY PARAMETERS
• Candle Lookback: Candles to check for breakout (higher = stronger signals)
• Confirm Within: Max bars for confirmation (lower = faster signals)
• Anchor Volume Multiplier: Volume threshold for anchor candle
• Macro Trend EMA: Trend filter for scoring (default 200)
█ ALERTS
• Buy/Sell Signal - Any confirmation
• High-Quality Buy/Sell - 3+ star signals only
• Setup Detected - When anchor forms (before confirmation)
█ TIPS
• Focus on 3-4 star signals for best results
• Signals near support/resistance add confluence
• Use stop-loss beyond anchor candle extreme
• Test on demo before live trading
Works on all markets: Stocks, Forex, Crypto, Futures
Smart Money Zones (FVG + OB) + MTF Trend Panel## Overview
Professional-grade institutional trading zones indicator that identifies **Fair Value Gaps (FVG)** and **Order Blocks (OB)** - key price inefficiencies where smart money operates. Includes a comprehensive **Multi-Timeframe Trend Panel** for complete market context at a glance.
## Core Features
### 🎯 Fair Value Gaps (FVG)
Fair Value Gaps occur when price moves so aggressively that it leaves an "imbalance" or "gap" in the market structure. These zones often act as magnets where price returns to find liquidity.
**Detection Logic:**
- **Bullish FVG**: When current candle's low is above the high of the candle 2 bars ago
- **Bearish FVG**: When current candle's high is below the low of the candle 2 bars ago
- Requires strong impulse candle (configurable body percentage threshold)
- Color-coded zones: Green for bullish, Red for bearish
### 📦 Order Blocks (OB)
Order Blocks represent the last opposite candle before a significant price move - the zone where institutional orders were placed before the breakout.
**Detection Logic:**
- Identifies the last bearish candle before a strong bullish breakout (Bullish OB)
- Identifies the last bullish candle before a strong bearish breakout (Bearish OB)
- Validates breakout strength using ATR multiplier (1.2x default)
- Color-coded zones: Blue for bullish, Orange for bearish
### 📊 Multi-Timeframe Trend Panel
Real-time trend analysis across **7 timeframes** displayed in an elegant dashboard:
- **1 Minute** - Ultra short-term scalping
- **5 Minutes** - Short-term momentum
- **15 Minutes** - Intraday swings
- **30 Minutes** - Session trends
- **1 Hour** - Multi-session trends
- **4 Hours** - Daily structure
- **Daily** - Long-term direction
**Visual Indicators:**
- 🟢 Green circle = Bullish trend
- 🔴 Red circle = Bearish trend
- Clean, professional table design with customizable position and size
## Intelligence Features
### 🧠 Zone Strength Rating
Every zone is automatically classified by strength based on size relative to ATR:
- **VERY STRONG** - 2.0x ATR or more (major institutional zones)
- **STRONG** - 1.5x to 2.0x ATR (significant zones)
- **MEDIUM** - 1.0x to 1.5x ATR (moderate zones)
- **WEAK** - Below 1.0x ATR (minor zones)
Strength rating helps you prioritize which zones to trade from!
### 📉 Smart Mitigation Tracking
Zones automatically track how much they've been "filled" or mitigated:
- Calculates penetration percentage as price enters the zone
- Zones turn **gray** when 50%+ mitigated or fully filled
- Option to **auto-delete** mitigated zones to keep chart clean
- Live zones extend dynamically with price action
### 🎨 Trend Filter (Optional)
When enabled, only shows zones aligned with the current trend:
- Uses customizable MA period (default 50)
- Bullish zones only appear in uptrend
- Bearish zones only appear in downtrend
- Reduces noise and false signals significantly
## Customization Options
### Display Settings
- Toggle FVGs and OBs independently
- Adjust max zones per type (5-200)
- Choose to remove or gray out mitigated zones
- Color customization for all zone types
### Detection Parameters
- **Min Impulse Body %**: Controls how strong the impulse candle must be (0.3-1.0)
- **Order Block Lookback**: How many bars to look back for OB validation (5-50)
- **ATR Length**: Period for ATR calculation (5-50)
### Trend Filter
- Enable/disable trend filtering
- Adjustable MA period for trend determination
### MTF Panel
- Show/hide the trend panel
- 4 position options: Top Right, Top Left, Bottom Right, Bottom Left
- 3 size options: Small, Normal, Large
- Customizable MA period for trend calculation across all timeframes
## Trading Applications
### 1. **Liquidity Grab Entries**
Wait for price to sweep a zone (50%+ mitigation) then enter on reversal. Smart money often "hunts" these zones before the real move begins.
### 2. **Confluence Trading**
Look for zones that align with:
- Multiple timeframe trends showing same direction
- Multiple FVGs/OBs stacking in same area
- Key support/resistance levels
### 3. **Breakout Confirmation**
Use Order Blocks to confirm the strength of breakouts. Strong OBs indicate institutional participation.
### 4. **Retracement Entries**
Enter when price returns to a fresh, unmitigated zone in the direction of the higher timeframe trend.
### 5. **Range Trading**
Identify FVG zones at range extremes - price often reverses at these inefficiencies.
## How It Works
**Fair Value Gaps** form when the middle candle creates such aggressive movement that it leaves a price gap between the high/low of surrounding candles. Institutional traders know these gaps get filled.
**Order Blocks** mark the origin of major moves. The last opposite-colored candle before a breakout is where large orders were placed. Price often returns to these zones for "retests" before continuing.
**Mitigation** happens when price returns to fill these zones. The indicator tracks this automatically, showing you which zones are still "fresh" and which have been used up.
## Best Practices
✅ **Use higher timeframe trends** - Always check the MTF panel before taking trades
✅ **Trade fresh zones** - Unmitigated zones (not gray) have the highest probability
✅ **Combine with price action** - Look for rejection wicks and engulfing candles at zones
✅ **Respect zone strength** - VERY STRONG and STRONG zones are most reliable
✅ **Use trend filter** - Especially on lower timeframes to reduce false signals
❌ **Don't overtrade** - Not every zone will react, wait for confirmation
❌ **Don't ignore context** - Check the MTF panel for conflicting trends
❌ **Don't chase** - Wait for price to come to the zone, don't enter mid-zone
## Technical Details
- **Non-repainting**: All zones are drawn on confirmed candles only
- **Performance optimized**: Uses efficient array management with per-type caps
- **Real-time updates**: Zones extend and track mitigation as price moves
- **Universal compatibility**: Works on all markets and timeframes
## Recommended Settings by Style
**Scalping (1m-5m charts):**
- Max zones: 10-15
- Use trend filter: ON
- MTF Panel: Focus on 1m-15m trends
- Remove mitigated: ON (keep chart clean)
**Day Trading (5m-1H charts):**
- Max zones: 15-20
- Use trend filter: ON
- MTF Panel: Focus on 15m-4H trends
- Remove mitigated: OFF (track zone history)
**Swing Trading (1H-D charts):**
- Max zones: 20+
- Use trend filter: Optional
- MTF Panel: Focus on 1H-1D trends
- Remove mitigated: OFF (important zones persist)
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## Perfect For
- Smart Money Concept (SMC) traders
- ICT methodology followers
- Institutional order flow traders
- Price action traders seeking key zones
- Multi-timeframe analysis enthusiasts
**Compatible with all markets:** Forex, Crypto, Stocks, Indices, Commodities, Futures
*Trade where the institutions trade. Follow the smart money.*
Prop ES Bollinger Bands Strat during Single/Dual Trading SessionBollinger Band strategy for ES futures optimized for prop firm rules.
Choose long-only, short-only, or both directions.
Customizable BB length and multiplier.
Enter trades during one or two configurable sessions specified in New York time.
Fixed TP/SL in ticks with forced close by 4:59 PM NY time.
Multi-MA SuiteMulti-MA Suite - Customizable Moving Averages Indicator
Overview
Multi-MA Suite is a comprehensive moving average indicator that combines both Exponential Moving Averages (EMAs) and Simple Moving Averages (SMAs) in a single, highly customizable tool. Designed for traders who rely on multiple timeframe analysis, this indicator provides up to 9 moving averages (5 EMAs + 4 SMAs) with full control over visibility, color schemes, and parameters.
Key Features
✓ Dual MA Types:
5 Exponential Moving Averages (EMAs) - Responsive to recent price action, ideal for short to medium timeframes
4 Simple Moving Averages (SMAs) - Slow and stable, specifically designed for long timeframe analysis
✓ Full Customization:
Individual toggle switches to show/hide each moving average
Custom color picker for each MA line
Adjustable length and source for all moving averages
Progressive line width (thicker lines for longer periods)
✓ Pre-configured Defaults:
EMA: 9, 21, 50, 100, 200 (common swing trading periods)
SMA: 50, 100, 200, 300 (institutional reference levels for long-term trends)
Color-coded scheme: Warm colors (yellow-orange) for EMAs, Cool colors (blue-purple) for SMAs
✓ Clean Interface:
Organized input groups for easy navigation
Clear labeling and logical parameter ordering
Minimal chart clutter with toggle controls
Key Difference - Speed & Timeframe:
EMAs: Fast and reactive → Best for short to medium timeframes (1-min to 4-hour charts)
SMAs: Slow and smooth → Best for long timeframes (daily, weekly, monthly charts)
Recommended Settings
Day Trading (Short Timeframes):
Focus on EMAs: 9, 21, 50
Use 1-minute to 15-minute charts
SMAs react too slowly for intraday timeframes
Swing Trading (Medium Timeframes):
Use all EMAs with SMA 50 and 200
1-hour to daily charts work best
Mix of EMAs for entries, SMAs for trend context
Position Trading (Long Timeframes):
Focus primarily on SMAs: 50, 100, 200, 300
Daily to weekly charts recommended
SMAs excel here due to their slow, stable nature
Can add EMA 200 for comparison
Investment Analysis (Very Long Timeframes):
SMAs only: 100, 200, 300
Weekly to monthly charts
SMA's slow calculation filters noise perfectly for long-term trends
EMA Timeframe-Specific Recommendations
📌 Important Notes on EMA Usage by Timeframe:
Small Timeframes (5-minute and 15-minute charts):
Use 9 EMA and 21 EMA
These fast EMAs respond quickly to price changes
Perfect for scalping and day trading
The 9/21 EMA crossover is a popular day trading strategy
Medium Timeframes (1-hour to 4-hour charts):
Use 21 EMA and 50 EMA
Balances responsiveness with trend reliability
Ideal for swing trading and intraday position holding
The 21/50 EMA combination filters out noise while staying responsive
Long Timeframes (Daily and Weekly charts):
Use 50 EMA and 200 EMA
The classic trend-following combination
50 EMA for medium-term trend, 200 EMA for major trend
The 50/200 EMA crossover is known as the "Golden Cross" (bullish) or "Death Cross" (bearish)
For very long-term analysis on these timeframes, consider using SMAs instead
Quick Reference Guide:
5m / 15m: EMA 9 & 21
1h / 4h: EMA 21 & 50
1D / 1W: EMA 50 & 200 (or switch to SMAs for even smoother signals)
Practical Trading Strategy with EMAs
📌 Why Use EMAs for Active Trading:
For active trading, use EMAs because they have faster movement compared to SMAs. This faster response to price changes allows you to catch trends earlier and exit trades before major reversals occur.
Three-EMA Trading System:
1. 9 EMA - Quick Trend Recognition:
Use the 9 EMA to understand the trend quickly
When price is above 9 EMA = Short-term uptrend
When price is below 9 EMA = Short-term downtrend
The 9 EMA reacts immediately to price momentum changes
Perfect for entry timing and quick trend identification
2. 21 EMA - Exit Signal and Trend Confirmation:
When the 21 EMA breaks (price crosses it), exit your trade
This is critical because when the 21 EMA breaks, the trend will likely reverse
The 21 EMA acts as your "stop-loss line"
Breaking the 21 EMA signals that the short-term momentum has shifted
Example: In an uptrend, when price crosses below 21 EMA, exit longs immediately
Example: In a downtrend, when price crosses above 21 EMA, exit shorts immediately
3. 50 EMA - Full Correction Understanding:
Use the 50 EMA to understand the complete correction
The 50 EMA shows where the full pullback or correction might end
When price reaches the 50 EMA, it often bounces (in a strong trend)
Breaking the 50 EMA indicates a deeper correction or potential trend reversal
Use it to gauge the strength of the overall trend
Customization Tips
Toggle unnecessary MAs off to reduce chart clutter based on your trading style and timeframe
For the 3-EMA trading strategy, enable only 9, 21, and 50 EMAs
For long timeframes (daily+), disable EMAs and use only SMAs to avoid over-reactive signals
Match your EMA selection to your timeframe using the guide above
Adjust colors to match your chart theme or to highlight specific MAs
Modify lengths to fit specific market conditions or asset volatility
Change source from close to high/low/HL2 for alternative perspectives
Use thicker lines for key decision MAs (edit linewidth in settings)
Color Scheme Rationale
EMAs (Warm Colors):
Yellow → Orange progression represents increasing timeframes while maintaining visual cohesion. The warm palette signals "active" or "fast-reacting" nature of EMAs, perfect for shorter timeframes and active trading.
SMAs (Cool Colors):
Blue → Purple progression provides clear visual distinction from EMAs. The cool palette suggests "stable," "slow," and "smooth" characteristics of SMAs, ideal for long timeframe analysis.
What Makes This Different?
Unlike basic MA indicators, Multi-MA Suite provides:
Both EMA and SMA in one indicator (saves indicator slots)
Optimized MA selection based on speed characteristics - fast EMAs for short timeframes, slow SMAs for long timeframes
Clear timeframe-specific EMA recommendations for immediate use
Practical trading strategy included - 9 EMA for trend, 21 EMA for exit, 50 EMA for corrections
Individual control over each MA (toggle, color, parameters)
Thoughtful default settings based on widely-used trading periods
Color-coded system for instant visual differentiation
Clean, organized interface for efficient workflow
Installation & Usage
Add the indicator to your chart
Open indicator settings to customize
For active trading: Enable 9, 21, and 50 EMAs (the recommended trading system)
Select appropriate MAs for your timeframe (use the EMA timeframe guide above)
Toggle MAs on/off based on your analysis needs
Adjust colors if desired to match your chart theme
Modify lengths and sources as needed for your strategy
⚠️ IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER
EDUCATIONAL AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY
This indicator and its accompanying documentation are provided for educational and informational purposes only. The content does not constitute financial advice, investment advice, trading advice, or any other sort of advice, and you should not treat any of the indicator's content as such.
NO GUARANTEE OF RESULTS
Past performance is not indicative of future results. The strategies, techniques, and concepts discussed herein are provided "as is" without any warranty of any kind. Trading and investing in financial markets involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for every investor.
RISK ACKNOWLEDGMENT
You can lose money trading: Trading stocks, forex, futures, options, cryptocurrencies, and other financial instruments carries a high level of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. You may sustain a total loss of your investment.
No guaranteed profits: The use of moving averages or any technical indicator does not guarantee profitable trades. Markets can remain irrational longer than you can remain solvent.
Lagging indicators: All moving averages are lagging indicators based on historical price data and may not predict future price movements.
False signals: Moving averages can produce false signals, especially in choppy, sideways, or low-volume market conditions.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITY
Do your own research: Before making any trading or investment decision, you should conduct your own research and due diligence.
Consult professionals: Consider seeking advice from qualified financial advisors, certified public accountants, or licensed professionals before making financial decisions.
Risk management: Always use proper risk management, including stop-losses, position sizing, and diversification.
Demo trading: Test any strategy on a demo account before risking real capital.
Understand the markets: Ensure you fully understand the markets you're trading and the risks involved.
PERSONAL TRADING DECISIONS
All trading decisions are made at your own discretion and at your own risk. You are solely responsible for all trading decisions you make. The strategies mentioned (including the 9/21/50 EMA system) are examples only and should not be followed blindly without proper testing and risk assessment.
MARKET CONDITIONS VARY
Market conditions change constantly. What works in one market condition may not work in another. Trending strategies (like the ones discussed) typically perform poorly in ranging markets. Adapt your approach based on current market conditions.
USE AT YOUR OWN RISK
By using this indicator, you acknowledge that you have read this disclaimer and agree to be bound by its terms. If you do not agree with any part of this disclaimer, do not use this indicator.
Trinity Inside & 3-Candle Sweep Breakout with TargetsTrinity Intraday Inside Candle / 3-Candle Sweep + Breakout with Inside Bar Indicator
This Pine Script indicator is built specifically for **intraday trading on the 15-minute timeframe**, but can be used on any timeframes.
It identifies two closely related price action setups: the classic **Inside Candle Breakout** and the higher-probability **3-Candle Liquidity Sweep** (also called a reversal or false breakout setup). Both are filtered by Previous Day High/Low for directional bias, and the entire system is highly visual with customizable lines, labels, highlights, signals, and projected targets.
#### Core Functionality
When an **inside candle** forms (current candle’s high is below the previous candle’s high AND its low is above the previous candle’s low), the indicator activates the setup visualization. The previous candle becomes the **mother candle**, and its high and low define the consolidation range.
- **Inside Bar Highlight**: The current inside candle is filled with a solid color (default bright yellow) so you can instantly identify it on the chart.
- **Mother Candle Range Visualization**:
- A green dotted line with label “Range High - ” marks the mother candle’s high (the upside breakout level).
- A red dotted line with label “Range Low - ” marks the mother candle’s low (the downside breakout level).
These lines extend to the right, making it very clear what levels need to be broken for a valid signal.
- **Signals**:
- **Inside Candle Breakout**: Triggers when the candle after the inside bar closes decisively above the mother high (bullish) or below the mother low (bearish). Shows blue arrows for long, fuchsia arrows for short, plus clear labels (“LONG Inside Breakout” or “SHORT Inside Breakout”).
- **3-Candle Liquidity Sweep**: A more refined reversal setup. After the mother + inside, the third candle sweeps beyond the mother low (for longs) or high (for shorts) to grab liquidity, but closes back inside the mother range without breaking the opposite inside extreme. Shows large green/red triangles with labels (“LONG 3-Candle Sweep” or “SHORT 3-Candle Sweep”).
- **Directional Filter (PDH/PDL)**:
- Long signals only appear when price is above Previous Day High (PDH).
- Short signals only appear when price is below Previous Day Low (PDL).
This keeps you trading with intraday momentum rather than against it.
- **Targets**: Automatically plotted only on Inside Breakout signals (can be extended to sweeps if desired). Uses the mother candle range size multiplied by two customizable risk-reward factors:
- T1 = entry + (range × 0.56) for longs (or minus for shorts) – default partial target.
- T2 = entry + (range × 0.84) for longs (or minus for shorts) – default full target.
Shows dotted lines extending right with labels like “T1 - 208.20 (0.56) points” in blue for longs or orange for shorts.
- **Additional Elements**:
- Previous Day High/Low dashed lines with moving labels (“PDH” and “PDL”) that follow the price action.
- Optional 20-period and 50-period EMAs for trend context.
- All lines and labels clear automatically once a signal triggers to keep the chart clean.
#### How to Use It
1. Apply the indicator to a **15-minute chart** of any instrument (best on liquid stocks, indices, or futures).
2. Wait for an **inside bar** to form – you’ll see it highlighted in yellow and the green/red Range High/Low lines + labels appear.
3. Monitor for a close **above Range High** (potential long) or **below Range Low** (potential short), respecting the PDH/PDL filter.
4. If the third candle sweeps liquidity but reverses properly, you get the higher-conviction 3-candle sweep signal.
5. Enter on the close of the signal candle or a small retest.
6. Stop loss typically just beyond the swept extreme or mother range opposite side.
7. Take partial profits at T1 and let the rest run to T2 (or trail).
8. Use alerts (built-in alertconditions) for all four signal types.
#### All Settings (Customizable in TradingView Inputs)
- **Visibility toggles**: Turn on/off PDH/PDL lines, moving PDH/PDL labels, 20/50 EMAs, signals, inside breakout signals, targets, mother range lines/labels, and inside bar highlight.
- **Filters**: Toggle the PDH/PDL requirement for longs/shorts and separately for breakout signals.
- **Colors**: Every single element has its own color input – PDH/PDL lines & labels, EMAs, sweep signals (shapes & labels), inside breakout signals (shapes & labels), target lines & labels (long/short separately), mother range high/low lines & labels, and inside bar fill color.
- **Risk-Reward Multipliers**: Adjust the T1 multiplier (default 0.56) and T2 multiplier (default 0.84) to match your preferred measured-move projection.
The result is a clean, professional, all-in-one intraday tool that clearly shows consolidation, breakout levels, liquidity grabs, directional bias, and projected rewards, and helps you spot high-probability inside bar continuations or reversals quickly.
Note:
You can use this indicator with **either standard (normal) candlesticks or Heikin Ashi candles**, but **standard candles are strongly recommended** for the most accurate and reliable signals.
### Why Standard Candles Are Preferred
The entire logic of the indicator — inside candle detection, 3-candle liquidity sweep validation, breakout closes, and mother candle range measurement — is based on **actual price action** using real open, high, low, and close (OHLC) values.
- **Standard candles** show the true highs and lows where liquidity (stop-loss orders) actually sits, and where real breaks/sweeps occur.
- The setups (especially the liquidity sweep) rely on price **sweeping a prior low/high but closing back inside** — this is measured using the real candle extremes.
### What Happens with Heikin Ashi
Heikin Ashi candles are **averaged/smoothened** versions of price:
- Their highs and lows are calculated differently (not the true session extremes).
- Wicks are often shorter or artificial, and closes are averaged.
This can cause:
- False or missed inside candle detections.
- Incorrect range high/low measurements (the mother candle range won't match real price).
- Sweeps or breakouts that appear on Heikin Ashi but didn't actually happen in real price (or vice versa).
- Targets (T1/T2) projected from a distorted range size.
In short, Heikin Ashi will make the indicator **less accurate** and potentially generate misleading signals.
### Recommendation
- Use **standard candlesticks** on your 15-minute chart for this indicator.
- If you like the smoother look of Heikin Ashi for trend filtering, you can overlay it on a separate panel or use the built-in 20/50 EMAs for trend context instead.
Always backtest on your instruments and use proper risk management. This is not financial advice. Enjoy trading with it!
Session Volume Analyzer [JOAT]
Session Volume Analyzer — Global Trading Session and Volume Intelligence System
This indicator addresses the analytical challenge of understanding market participation patterns across global trading sessions. It combines precise session detection with comprehensive volume analysis to provide insights into when and how different market participants are active. The tool recognizes that different trading sessions exhibit distinct characteristics in terms of participation, volatility, and volume patterns.
Why This Combination Provides Unique Analytical Value
Traditional session indicators typically only show time boundaries, while volume indicators show raw volume data without session context. This creates analytical gaps:
1. **Session Context Missing**: Volume spikes without session context provide incomplete information
2. **Participation Patterns Hidden**: Different sessions have different participant types (retail, institutional, algorithmic)
3. **Comparative Analysis Lacking**: No easy way to compare volume patterns across sessions
4. **Timing Intelligence Absent**: Understanding WHEN volume occurs is as important as HOW MUCH volume occurs
This indicator's originality lies in creating an integrated session-volume analysis system that:
**Provides Session-Aware Volume Analysis**: Volume data is contextualized within specific trading sessions
**Enables Cross-Session Comparison**: Compare volume patterns between Asian, London, and New York sessions
**Delivers Participation Intelligence**: Understand which sessions are showing above-normal participation
**Offers Real-Time Session Tracking**: Know exactly which session is active and how current volume compares
Technical Innovation and Originality
While session detection and volume analysis exist separately, the innovation lies in:
1. **Integrated Session-Volume Architecture**: Simultaneous tracking of session boundaries and volume statistics creates comprehensive market participation analysis
2. **Multi-Session Volume Comparison System**: Real-time calculation and comparison of volume statistics across different global sessions
3. **Adaptive Volume Threshold Detection**: Automatic identification of above-average volume periods within session context
4. **Comprehensive Visual Integration**: Session backgrounds, volume highlights, and statistical dashboards provide complete market participation picture
How Session Detection and Volume Analysis Work Together
The integration creates a sophisticated market participation analysis system:
**Session Detection Logic**: Uses Pine Script's time functions to identify active sessions
// Session detection based on exchange time
bool inAsian = not na(time(timeframe.period, asianSession))
bool inLondon = not na(time(timeframe.period, londonSession))
bool inNY = not na(time(timeframe.period, nySession))
// Session transition detection
bool asianStart = inAsian and not inAsian
bool londonStart = inLondon and not inLondon
bool nyStart = inNY and not inNY
**Volume Analysis Integration**: Volume statistics are calculated within session context
// Session-specific volume accumulation
if asianStart
asianVol := 0.0
asianBars := 0
if inAsian
asianVol += volume
asianBars += 1
// Real-time session volume analysis
float asianAvgVol = asianBars > 0 ? asianVol / asianBars : 0
**Relative Volume Assessment**: Current volume compared to session-specific averages
float volMA = ta.sma(volume, volLength)
float volRatio = volMA > 0 ? volume / volMA : 1
// Volume classification within session context
bool isHighVol = volRatio >= 1.5 and volRatio < 2.5
bool isVeryHighVol = volRatio >= 2.5
This creates a system where volume analysis is always contextualized within the appropriate trading session, providing more meaningful insights than raw volume data alone.
Comprehensive Session Analysis Framework
**Default Session Definitions** (customizable based on broker timezone):
- **Asian Session**: 1800-0300 (exchange time) - Represents Asian market participation including Tokyo, Hong Kong, Singapore
- **London Session**: 0300-1200 (exchange time) - Represents European market participation
- **New York Session**: 0800-1700 (exchange time) - Represents North American market participation
**Session Overlap Analysis**: The system recognizes and highlights overlap periods:
- **London/New York Overlap**: 0800-1200 - Typically the highest volume period
- **Asian/London Overlap**: 0300-0300 (brief) - Transition period
- **New York/Asian Overlap**: 1700-1800 (brief) - End of NY, start of Asian
**Volume Intelligence Features**:
1. **Session-Specific Volume Accumulation**: Tracks total volume within each session
2. **Cross-Session Volume Comparison**: Compare current session volume to other sessions
3. **Relative Volume Detection**: Identify when current volume exceeds historical averages
4. **Participation Pattern Analysis**: Understand which sessions show consistent high/low participation
Advanced Volume Analysis Methods
**Relative Volume Calculation**:
float volMA = ta.sma(volume, volLength) // Volume moving average
float volRatio = volMA > 0 ? volume / volMA : 1 // Current vs average ratio
// Multi-tier volume classification
bool isNormalVol = volRatio < 1.5
bool isHighVol = volRatio >= 1.5 and volRatio < 2.5
bool isVeryHighVol = volRatio >= 2.5
bool isExtremeVol = volRatio >= 4.0
**Session Volume Tracking**:
// Cumulative session volume with bar counting
if londonStart
londonVol := 0.0
londonBars := 0
if inLondon
londonVol += volume
londonBars += 1
// Average volume per bar calculation
float londonAvgVol = londonBars > 0 ? londonVol / londonBars : 0
**Cross-Session Volume Comparison**:
The system maintains running totals for each session, enabling real-time comparison of participation levels across different global markets.
What the Display Shows
Session Backgrounds — Colored backgrounds indicating which session is active
- Pink: Asian session
- Blue: London session
- Green: New York session
Session Open Lines — Horizontal lines at each session's opening price
Session Markers — Labels (AS, LN, NY) when sessions begin
Volume Highlights — Bar coloring when volume exceeds thresholds
- Orange: High volume (1.5x+ average)
- Red: Very high volume (2.5x+ average)
Dashboard — Current session, cumulative volume, and averages
Color Scheme
Asian — #E91E63 (pink)
London — #2196F3 (blue)
New York — #4CAF50 (green)
High Volume — #FF9800 (orange)
Very High Volume — #F44336 (red)
Inputs
Session Times:
Asian Session window (default: 1800-0300)
London Session window (default: 0300-1200)
New York Session window (default: 0800-1700)
Volume Settings:
Volume MA Length (default: 20)
High Volume threshold (default: 1.5x)
Very High Volume threshold (default: 2.5x)
Visual Settings:
Session colors (customizable)
Show/hide backgrounds, lines, markers
Background transparency
How to Read the Display
Background color shows which session is currently active
Session open lines show where each session started
Orange/red bars indicate above-average volume
Dashboard shows cumulative volume for each session today
Alerts
Session opened (Asian, London, New York)
High volume bar detected
Very high volume bar detected
Important Limitations and Realistic Expectations
Session times are approximate and depend on your broker's server timezone—manual adjustment may be required for accuracy
Volume data quality varies significantly by broker, instrument, and market type
Cryptocurrency and some forex markets trade continuously, making traditional session boundaries less meaningful
High volume indicates participation level only—it does not predict price direction or market outcomes
Session participation patterns can change over time due to market structure evolution, holidays, and economic conditions
This tool displays historical and current market participation data—it cannot predict future volume or price movements
Volume spikes can occur for numerous reasons unrelated to directional price movement (news, algorithmic trading, etc.)
Different instruments exhibit different session sensitivity and volume patterns
Market holidays and special events can significantly alter normal session patterns
Appropriate Use Cases
This indicator is designed for:
- Market participation pattern analysis
- Session-based trading schedule planning
- Volume context and comparison across sessions
- Educational study of global market structure
- Supplementary analysis for session-based strategies
This indicator is NOT designed for:
- Standalone trading signal generation
- Volume-based price direction prediction
- Automated trading system triggers
- Guaranteed session pattern repetition
- Replacement of fundamental or sentiment analysis
Understanding Session Analysis Limitations
Session analysis provides valuable context but has inherent limitations:
- Session patterns can change due to economic conditions, holidays, and market structure evolution
- Volume patterns may not repeat consistently across different market conditions
- Global events can override normal session characteristics
- Different asset classes respond differently to session boundaries
- Technology and algorithmic trading continue to blur traditional session distinctions
— Made with passion by officialjackofalltrades
Archetype Zones, Defense Confirmation OverlayArchetype Zones + Defense Confirmation Overlay (MST) v1.0
This indicator is a time-structure execution overlay built for fast intraday futures trading. It highlights a curated set of high-ROI market timing windows (MST / America/Denver) and applies lightweight “not-too-strict” logic to classify each window as a likely:
Driver (initiative / directional push)
Continuation (follow-through of the parent move)
Trap (liquidity sweep + stall / possible flip)
Rotation (VWAP churn + contraction / stand down conditions)
On top of the time zones, it includes a Defense Confirmation Overlay designed for 1–5 second execution, helping identify moments when price shows “defense behavior” aligned with the expected directional bias of the active zone.
What It Does
1) Time-Based Archetype Zones (MST)
The script shades key intraday windows with a configurable soft buffer (+/- minutes) so the user can anticipate action before/after the exact minute.
Each zone can output an expected directional lean using:
Displacement vs. window span
VWAP location
VWAP crossing count (chop filter)
Basic structure checks for continuation
Sweep/stall logic for trap detection
Churn + contraction logic for rotation regimes
2) Expected Direction Engine
When a zone is active, the indicator calculates the “expected direction” for that specific zone using the archetype logic.
This expected direction is used as the baseline for the Defense module, so defense markers are context-aware.
3) Defense Confirmation Overlay (Execution Layer)
Defense is intended to represent institutional-style protection or rejection inside an active zone.
It looks for:
Strong wick dominance (wick as a percentage of total candle span)
Close location in the top/bottom portion of the candle
Optional absorption highlight: volume spike plus compressed candle span (high volume, low range)
When conditions align with the zone’s expected direction, the script can show:
Defense wick markers (below-bar for buy defense, above-bar for sell defense)
Absorption highlight on bars showing absorption behavior
4) Micro Defense Box
When a defense event triggers, the script can draw a small “defense box” at the defended level with tick-padding.
The box extends right until invalidated (price closes through the box boundary).
This provides a clean visual reference for:
Defended price location
Invalidation threshold
Follow-through behavior after defense
5) Entry Permission Label
When Defense + Absorption occur together during an active zone, the script can print an “Entry Permission” label to highlight that multiple confirmations aligned.
Inputs and Customization
Zone buffer (+/- minutes)
Zone shading opacity
Toggle zone labels, defense markers, absorption highlighting, defense box, permission label
Adjustable “not too strict” archetype thresholds (designed for practical use, not curve-fitting)
Adjustable defense wick/close thresholds and absorption parameters
Notes and Disclaimer
This indicator does not predict the market with certainty.
It is designed to provide time-structure context plus execution confirmation, not standalone buy/sell signals.
It is best used alongside trend/bias tools (VWAP, structure, higher-timeframe levels, key session highs/lows).
Always test settings on your market and timeframe before live use.
Market Acceptance Envelope [Interakktive]The Market Acceptance Envelope (MAE) is a diagnostic tool that shows where price statistically belongs — not where it might go. Unlike traditional bands that expand with volatility, MAE expands with acceptance: regions where price rotates comfortably, efficiency drops, and the market agrees on fair value.
This is the anti-Bollinger thesis: bands should represent where price IS accepted, not where it MIGHT reach based on standard deviation.
█ USAGE
The filled corridor represents the current acceptance zone — where price has demonstrated rotational behavior with low directional efficiency. When price is inside the corridor, it's "home." When outside, it's exploring territory the market hasn't yet accepted.
For discretionary traders, MAE provides instant context: "Is price where it belongs, or is it extended?"
For systematic traders, the exported values (confidence, asymmetry, position) can inform position sizing and filter logic.
█ ACCEPTANCE CENTROID
Unlike traditional bands centered on a moving average, MAE uses an Acceptance Centroid — a time-weighted price level where acceptance behavior concentrates. The centroid is calculated by weighting price by:
• Inverse efficiency (low efficiency = high acceptance)
• Volatility stability (stable vol = higher weight)
• Dwell factor (time spent near level)
This means the centroid drifts toward where price actually rotates, not simply where it averages.
█ ASYMMETRIC BOUNDARIES
MAE calculates upper and lower boundaries independently. Markets rarely treat up and down equally — during uptrends, the upper boundary may be wider (more accepted upside exploration), while the lower boundary stays tight (quick rejection of dips).
This asymmetry is visible on the chart and exported as a metric (-1 to +1).
█ CONFIDENCE-BASED VISIBILITY
The corridor's opacity reflects acceptance confidence:
• High confidence → clearly visible corridor (price is in accepted rotation)
• Low confidence → faded corridor (trending/directional market, acceptance not established)
When the corridor fades, it's telling you: "Acceptance hasn't been earned here yet."
█ WHAT THIS INDICATOR IS
• A diagnostic acceptance envelope showing where price statistically belongs
• Asymmetric by design — upper and lower calculated independently
• Confidence-weighted visibility — fades when acceptance is not earned
• Non-repainting — uses closed-bar data only
█ WHAT THIS INDICATOR IS NOT
• NOT Bollinger Bands (no standard deviation around a mean)
• NOT Keltner Channels (no ATR-scaled envelope)
• NOT a signal generator — no touches = signals philosophy
• NO arrows, NO entries/exits, NO buy/sell recommendations
█ HOW IT WORKS
MAE uses an acceptance-weighted calculation approach:
1. ACCEPTANCE WEIGHT
Each bar receives a weight based on:
• Efficiency: (1 - efficiency) — low efficiency = rotational = high acceptance
• Volatility Stability: stable vol environment = higher weight
• Dwell Factor: price staying near central tendency = higher weight
2. ACCEPTANCE CENTROID
Weighted average of price using acceptance weights:
centroid = Σ(price × weight) / Σ(weight)
Smoothed adaptively — faster during drift, slower when stable.
3. ASYMMETRIC BOUNDARIES
Upper and lower distances calculated separately:
• rngUp = acceptance-weighted average of (price - centroid) when price > centroid
• rngDn = acceptance-weighted average of (centroid - price) when price < centroid
4. CONFIDENCE SCORE
Composite of average acceptance weight, volatility stability, and centroid stability.
Maps to corridor opacity: high confidence = visible, low confidence = faded.
█ SETTINGS
Market Acceptance Envelope — Core
• Acceptance Lookback (20): Bars to evaluate for acceptance conditions. Higher = smoother, slower response.
• Preset (Swing): Scalper = tight/fast, Swing = balanced, Position = wide/stable.
• Envelope Sensitivity (1.0): Width multiplier. Higher = wider corridor.
Market Acceptance Envelope — Visuals
• Show Corridor (true): Display the acceptance corridor.
• Show Centroid (false): Display the acceptance centroid line.
Market Acceptance Envelope — Data Window
• Show Data Window Values (false): Export MAE metrics for external use.
█ EXPORTED VALUES
When Data Window is enabled:
• mae_upper: Upper boundary value
• mae_lower: Lower boundary value
• mae_centroid: Acceptance centroid value
• mae_width: Corridor width (upper - lower)
• mae_asymmetry: Asymmetry ratio (-1 to +1, negative = lower wider)
• mae_confidence: Acceptance confidence (0-100)
• mae_position: Price position (-1 = below, 0 = inside, +1 = above)
█ SUITABLE MARKETS
Works on all markets: Stocks, Futures, Forex, Crypto, Indices.
Works on all timeframes. Higher timeframes show more stable acceptance zones.
█ DISCLAIMER
This indicator is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always conduct your own analysis and use proper risk management. This is a diagnostic tool — it provides context, not signals.
Pivot Point Zones [JOAT]Pivot Point Zones — Multi-Formula Pivot Levels with ATR Zones
Pivot Point Zones calculates and displays traditional pivot points with five formula options, enhanced with ATR-based zones around each level. This creates more practical trading zones that account for price noise around key levels—because price rarely reacts at exact mathematical levels.
What Makes This Indicator Unique
Unlike basic pivot point indicators, Pivot Point Zones:
Offers five different pivot calculation formulas in one indicator
Creates ATR-based zones around each level for realistic reaction areas
Pulls data from higher timeframes automatically
Displays clean labels with exact price values
Provides a comprehensive dashboard with all levels
What This Indicator Does
Calculates pivot points using Standard, Fibonacci, Camarilla, Woodie, and more formulas
Draws horizontal lines at Pivot, R1-R3, and S1-S3 levels
Creates ATR-based zones around each level for realistic price reaction areas
Displays labels with exact price values
Updates automatically based on higher timeframe closes
Provides fills between zone boundaries for visual clarity
Pivot Formulas Explained
// Standard Pivot - Classic (H+L+C)/3 calculation
pp := (pivotHigh + pivotLow + pivotClose) / 3
r1 := 2 * pp - pivotLow
s1 := 2 * pp - pivotHigh
r2 := pp + pivotRange
s2 := pp - pivotRange
// Fibonacci Pivot - Uses Fib ratios for level spacing
r1 := pp + 0.382 * pivotRange
r2 := pp + 0.618 * pivotRange
r3 := pp + 1.0 * pivotRange
// Camarilla Pivot - Tighter levels for intraday
r1 := pivotClose + pivotRange * 1.1 / 12
r2 := pivotClose + pivotRange * 1.1 / 6
r3 := pivotClose + pivotRange * 1.1 / 4
// Woodie Pivot - Weights current close more heavily
pp := (pivotHigh + pivotLow + 2 * close) / 4
// TD Pivot - Conditional based on open/close relationship
x = pivotClose < pivotOpen ? pivotHigh + 2*pivotLow + pivotClose :
pivotClose > pivotOpen ? 2*pivotHigh + pivotLow + pivotClose :
pivotHigh + pivotLow + 2*pivotClose
pp := x / 4
Formula Characteristics
Standard — Classic pivot calculation. Balanced levels, good for swing trading.
Fibonacci — Uses 0.382, 0.618, and 1.0 ratios. Popular with Fibonacci traders.
Camarilla — Tighter levels derived from range. Excellent for intraday mean-reversion.
Woodie — Weights current close more heavily. More responsive to recent price action.
TD — Conditional calculation based on open/close relationship. Adapts to bar type.
Zone System
Each pivot level includes an ATR-based zone that provides a more realistic area for potential price reactions:
// ATR-based zone width calculation
float atr = ta.atr(atrLength)
float zoneHalf = atr * zoneWidth / 2
// Zone boundaries around each level
zoneUpper = level + zoneHalf
zoneLower = level - zoneHalf
This accounts for market noise and helps avoid false breakout signals at exact level prices.
Visual Features
Pivot Lines — Horizontal lines at each calculated level
Zone Fills — Transparent fills between zone boundaries
Level Labels — Labels showing level name and exact price (e.g., "PP 45123.50")
Color Coding :
- Yellow: Pivot Point (PP)
- Red gradient: Resistance levels (R1, R2, R3) - darker = further from PP
- Green gradient: Support levels (S1, S2, S3) - darker = further from PP
Color Scheme
Pivot Color — Default: #FFEB3B (yellow) — Central pivot point
Resistance Color — Default: #FF5252 (red) — R1, R2, R3 levels
Support Color — Default: #4CAF50 (green) — S1, S2, S3 levels
Zone Transparency — 85-90% transparent fills around levels
Dashboard Information
The on-chart table (bottom-right corner) displays:
Selected pivot type (Standard, Fibonacci, etc.)
R3, R2, R1 resistance levels with exact prices
PP (Pivot Point) highlighted
S1, S2, S3 support levels with exact prices
Inputs Overview
Pivot Settings:
Pivot Type — Formula selection (Standard, Fibonacci, Camarilla, Woodie, TD)
Pivot Timeframe — Higher timeframe for OHLC data (default: D = Daily)
ATR Length — Period for zone width calculation (default: 14)
Zone Width — ATR multiplier for zone size (default: 0.5)
Level Display:
Show Pivot (P) — Toggle central pivot line
Show R1/S1 — Toggle first resistance/support levels
Show R2/S2 — Toggle second resistance/support levels
Show R3/S3 — Toggle third resistance/support levels
Show Zones — Toggle ATR-based zone fills
Show Labels — Toggle price labels at each level
Visual Settings:
Pivot/Resistance/Support Colors — Customizable color scheme
Line Width — Thickness of level lines (default: 2)
Extend Lines Right — Project lines forward on chart
Show Dashboard — Toggle the information table
How to Use It
For Intraday Trading:
Use Daily pivots on intraday charts (15m, 1H)
Pivot point often acts as the day's "fair value" reference
Camarilla levels work well for intraday mean-reversion
R1/S1 are the most commonly tested levels
For Swing Trading:
Use Weekly pivots on daily charts
Standard or Fibonacci formulas work well
R2/S2 and R3/S3 become more relevant
Zone boundaries provide realistic entry/exit areas
For Support/Resistance:
R levels above price act as resistance targets
S levels below price act as support targets
Zone boundaries are more realistic than exact lines
Multiple formula confluence adds significance
Alerts Available
DPZ Cross Above Pivot — Price crosses above central pivot
DPZ Cross Below Pivot — Price crosses below central pivot
DPZ Cross Above R1/R2 — Price breaks resistance levels
DPZ Cross Below S1/S2 — Price breaks support levels
Best Practices
Match pivot timeframe to your trading style (Daily for intraday, Weekly for swing)
Use zones instead of exact levels for more realistic expectations
Camarilla is best for mean-reversion; Standard/Fibonacci for breakouts
Combine with other indicators for confirmation
— Made with passion by officialjackofalltrades
NQ Pro Dashboard (Master Fix)This indicator is a "Head-Up Display" designed specifically for trading NQ (Nasdaq-100 Futures). It aggregates data from the broader market (volatility) and the specific stocks that drive the Nasdaq index (The "Magnificent 7") to give you a single Trend Power Score.
Here is a breakdown of how the logic works under the hood:
1. The Inputs (Data Feed)
The script watches 9 specific assets in real-time (daily timeframe data):
Fear Gauges:
VIX: The volatility index for the S&P 500.
VXN: The volatility index specifically for the Nasdaq-100.
The Engine (Mag 7):
NVDA, AAPL, MSFT, AMZN, GOOGL, META, TSLA.
2. The Logic: "Weighted" Market Strength
Instead of treating every stock equally, the script applies a Weighting Multiplier to the Mag 7 stocks based on their approximate impact on the Nasdaq-100 index.
Heavyweights (1.5x): NVDA, AAPL, MSFT (These move the market the most).
Middleweights (1.0x): AMZN, GOOGL, META.
Lightweight (0.7x): TSLA (Has the least pull of the group).
It calculates a single percentage number (MAG 7 (W)) representing the combined push or pull of these stocks.
3. The "Trend Power" Score (0-100)
This is the core signal. It starts at a neutral 50 and adds/subtracts points based on market conditions.
Fear Factor:
If VIX or VXN drops > 2% (Fear dying), it adds points (Bullish).
If VIX or VXN spikes > 2% (Fear rising), it subtracts points (Bearish).
Stock Strength:
If the Weighted Mag 7 Average is > 1.0% (Strong Rally), it adds a massive 30 points.
If it's negative (Sell-off), it subtracts points.
The Score Breakdown:
80 - 100 (Green): STRONG BULL. The engines are firing (stocks up) and the brakes are off (VIX down). Do not short.
0 - 20 (Red): STRONG BEAR. Panic selling is occurring. Do not buy.
40 - 60 (Orange): CHOP / RANGE. Conflicting signals (e.g., stocks are up but VIX is also up). Be careful.
4. The "Exhaustion" Meter (ATR)
The RANGE row tells you if the market has "gas left in the tank."
It compares Today's Range (High - Low) to the 14-Day Average Range (ATR).
< 50% (Yellow): Compressed. The market hasn't moved much yet. Expect a breakout soon.
> 120% (Purple): Extended. The market has moved massive amounts today. A reversal or pause is statistically likely (mean reversion).
5. The Visuals (Leaders Row)
The bottom row gives you a quick visual scan of the individual stocks:
N▲ (Green): Nvidia is up.
T▼ (Red): Tesla is down.
This helps you spot "divergences"—for example, if the Trend Score is high but NVDA is Red, the rally might be fragile.
Ultimate MACD [captainua]Ultimate MACD - Comprehensive MACD Trading System
Overview
This indicator combines traditional MACD calculations with advanced features including divergence detection, volume analysis, histogram analysis tools, regression forecasting, strong top/bottom detection, and multi-timeframe confirmation to provide a comprehensive MACD-based trading system. The script calculates MACD using configurable moving average types (EMA, SMA, RMA, WMA) and applies various smoothing methods to reduce noise while maintaining responsiveness. The combination of these features creates a multi-layered confirmation system that reduces false signals by requiring alignment across multiple indicators and timeframes.
Core Calculations
MACD Calculation:
The script calculates MACD using the standard formula: MACD Line = Fast MA - Slow MA, Signal Line = Moving Average of MACD Line, Histogram = MACD Line - Signal Line. The default parameters are Fast=12, Slow=26, Signal=9, matching the traditional MACD settings. The script supports four moving average types:
- EMA (Exponential Moving Average): Standard and most responsive, default choice
- SMA (Simple Moving Average): Equal weight to all periods
- RMA (Wilder's Moving Average): Smoother, less responsive
- WMA (Weighted Moving Average): Recent prices weighted more heavily
The price source can be configured as Close (standard), Open, High, Low, HL2, HLC3, or OHLC4. Alternative sources provide different sensitivity characteristics for various trading strategies.
Configuration Presets:
The script includes trading style presets that automatically configure MACD parameters:
- Scalping: Fast/Responsive settings (8,18,6 with minimal smoothing)
- Day Trading: Balanced settings (10,22,7 with minimal smoothing)
- Swing Trading: Standard settings (12,26,9 with moderate smoothing)
- Position Trading: Smooth/Conservative settings (15,35,12 with higher smoothing)
- Custom: Full manual control over all parameters
Histogram Smoothing:
The histogram can be smoothed using EMA to reduce noise and filter minor fluctuations. Smoothing length of 1 = raw histogram (no smoothing), higher values (3-5) = smoother histogram. Increased smoothing reduces noise but may delay signals slightly.
Percentage Mode:
MACD values can be converted to percentage of price (MACD/Close*100) for cross-instrument comparison. This is useful when comparing MACD signals across instruments with different price levels (e.g., BTC vs ETH). The percentage mode normalizes MACD values, making them comparable regardless of instrument price.
MACD Scale Factor:
A scale factor multiplier (default 1.0) allows adjusting MACD display size for better visibility. Use 0.3-0.5 if MACD appears too compressed, or 2.0-3.0 if too small.
Dynamic Overbought/Oversold Levels:
Overbought and oversold levels are calculated dynamically based on MACD's mean and standard deviation over a lookback period. The formula: OB = MACD Mean + (StdDev × OB Multiplier), OS = MACD Mean - (StdDev × OS Multiplier). This adapts to current market conditions, widening in volatile markets and narrowing in calm markets. The lookback period (default 20) controls how quickly the levels adapt: longer periods (30-50) = more stable levels, shorter (10-15) = more responsive.
OB/OS Background Coloring:
Optional background coloring can highlight the entire panel when MACD enters overbought or oversold territory, providing prominent visual indication of extreme conditions. The background colors are drawn on top of the main background to ensure visibility.
Divergence Detection
Regular Divergence:
The script uses the MACD line (not histogram) for divergence detection, which provides more reliable signals. Bullish divergence: Price makes a lower low while MACD line makes a higher low. Bearish divergence: Price makes a higher high while MACD line makes a lower high. Divergences often precede reversals and are powerful reversal signals.
Pivot-Based Divergence:
The divergence detection uses actual pivot points (pivotlow/pivothigh) instead of simple lowest/highest comparisons. This provides more accurate divergence detection by identifying significant pivot lows/highs in both price and MACD line. The pivot-based method compares two recent pivot points: for bullish divergence, price makes a lower low while MACD makes a higher low at the pivot points. This method reduces false divergences by requiring actual pivot points rather than just any low/high within a period.
The pivot lookback parameters (left and right) control how many bars on each side of a pivot are required for confirmation. Higher values = more conservative pivot detection.
Hidden Divergence:
Continuation patterns that signal trend continuation rather than reversal. Bullish hidden divergence: Price makes a higher low but MACD makes a lower low. Bearish hidden divergence: Price makes a lower high but MACD makes a higher high. These patterns indicate the trend is likely to continue in the current direction.
Zero-Line Filter:
The "Don't Touch Zero Line" option ensures divergences occur in proper context: for bullish divergence, MACD must stay below zero; for bearish divergence, MACD must stay above zero. This filters out divergences that occur in neutral zones.
Range Filtering:
Minimum and maximum lookback ranges control the time window between pivots to consider for divergence. This helps filter out divergences that are too close together (noise) or too far apart (less relevant).
Volume Confirmation System
Volume threshold filtering requires current volume to exceed the volume SMA multiplied by the threshold factor. The formula: Volume Confirmed = Volume > (Volume SMA × Threshold). If the threshold is set to 1.0 or lower, volume confirmation is effectively disabled (always returns true). This allows you to use the indicator without volume filtering if desired. Volume confirmation significantly increases divergence and signal reliability.
Volume Climax and Dry-Up Detection:
The script can mark bars with extremely high volume (volume climax) or extremely low volume (volume dry-up). Volume climax indicates potential reversal points or strong momentum continuation. Volume dry-up indicates low participation and may produce unreliable signals. These markers use standard deviation multipliers to identify extreme volume conditions.
Zero-Line Cross Detection
MACD zero-line crosses indicate momentum shifts: above zero = bullish momentum, below zero = bearish momentum. The script includes alert conditions for zero-line crosses with cooldown protection to prevent alert spam. Zero-line crosses can provide early warning signals before MACD crosses the signal line.
Histogram Analysis Tools
Histogram Moving Average:
A moving average applied to the histogram itself helps identify histogram trend direction and acts as a signal line for histogram movements. Supports EMA, SMA, RMA, and WMA types. Useful for identifying when histogram momentum is strengthening or weakening.
Histogram Bollinger Bands:
Bollinger Bands are applied to the MACD histogram instead of price. The calculation: Basis = SMA(Histogram, Period), StdDev = stdev(Histogram, Period), Upper = Basis + (StdDev × Deviation Multiplier), Lower = Basis - (StdDev × Deviation Multiplier). This creates dynamic zones around the histogram that adapt to histogram volatility. When the histogram touches or exceeds the bands, it indicates extreme conditions relative to recent histogram behavior.
Stochastic MACD (StochMACD):
Stochastic MACD applies the Stochastic oscillator formula to the MACD histogram instead of price. This normalizes the histogram to a 0-100 scale, making it easier to identify overbought/oversold conditions on the histogram itself. The calculation: %K = ((Histogram - Lowest Histogram) / (Highest Histogram - Lowest Histogram)) × 100. %K is smoothed, and %D is calculated as the moving average of smoothed %K. Standard thresholds are 80 (overbought) and 20 (oversold).
Regression Forecasting
The script includes advanced regression forecasting that predicts future MACD values using mathematical models. This helps anticipate potential MACD movements and provides forward-looking context for trading decisions.
Regression Types:
- Linear: Simple trend line (y = mx + b) - fastest, works well for steady trends
- Polynomial: Quadratic curve (y = ax² + bx + c) - captures curvature in MACD movement
- Exponential Smoothing: Weighted average with more weight on recent values - responsive to recent changes
- Moving Average: Uses difference between short and long MA to estimate trend - stable and smooth
Forecast Horizon:
Number of bars to forecast ahead (default 5, max 50 for linear/MA, max 20 for polynomial due to performance). Longer horizons predict further ahead but may be less accurate.
Confidence Bands:
Optional upper/lower bands around forecast show prediction uncertainty based on forecast error (standard deviation of prediction vs actual). Wider bands = higher uncertainty. The confidence level multiplier (default 1.5) controls band width.
Forecast Display:
Forecast appears as dotted lines extending forward from current bar, with optional confidence bands. All forecast values respect percentage mode and scale factor settings.
Strong Top/Bottom Signals
The script detects strong recovery from extreme MACD levels, generating "sBottom" and "sTop" signals. These identify significant reversal potential when MACD recovers substantially from overbought/oversold extremes.
Strong Bottom (sBottom):
Triggered when:
1. MACD was at or near its lowest point in the bottom period (default 10 bars)
2. MACD was in or near the oversold zone
3. MACD has recovered by at least the threshold amount (default 0.5) from the lowest point
4. Recovery persists for confirmation bars (default 2 consecutive bars)
5. MACD has moved out of the oversold zone
6. Volume is above average
7. All enabled filters pass
8. Minimum bars have passed since last signal (reset period, default 5 bars)
Strong Top (sTop):
Triggered when:
1. MACD was at or near its highest point in the top period (default 7 bars)
2. MACD was in or near the overbought zone
3. MACD has declined by at least the threshold amount (default 0.5) from the highest point
4. Decline persists for confirmation bars (default 2 consecutive bars)
5. MACD has moved out of the overbought zone
6. Volume is above average
7. All enabled filters pass
8. Minimum bars have passed since last signal (reset period, default 5 bars)
Label Placement:
sTop/sBottom labels appear on the historical bar where the actual extreme occurred (not on current bar), showing the exact MACD value at that extreme. Labels respect the unified distance checking system to prevent overlaps with Buy/Sell Strength labels.
Signal Strength Calculation
The script calculates a composite signal strength score (0-100) based on multiple factors:
- MACD distance from signal line (0-50 points): Larger separation indicates stronger signal
- Volume confirmation (0-15 points): Volume above average adds points
- Secondary timeframe alignment (0-15 points): Higher timeframe agreement adds points
- Distance from zero line (0-20 points): Closer to zero can indicate stronger reversal potential
Higher scores (70+) indicate stronger, more reliable signals. The signal strength is displayed in the statistics table and can be used as a filter to only accept signals above a threshold.
Smart Label Placement System
The script includes an advanced label placement system that tracks MACD extremes and places Buy/Sell Strength labels at optimal locations:
Label Placement Algorithm:
- Labels appear on the current bar at confirmation (not on historical extreme bars), ensuring they're visible when the signal is confirmed
- The system tracks pending signals when MACD enters OB/OS zones or crosses the signal line
- During tracking, the system continuously searches for the true extreme (lowest MACD for buys, highest MACD for sells) within a configurable historical lookback period
- Labels are only finalized when: (1) MACD exits the OB/OS zone, (2) sufficient bars have passed (2x minimum distance), (3) MACD has recovered/declined by a configurable percentage from the extreme (default 15%), and (4) tracking has stopped (no better extreme found)
Label Spacing and Overlap Prevention:
- Minimum Bars Between Labels: Base distance requirement (default 5 bars)
- Label Spacing Multiplier: Scales the base distance (default 1.5x) for better distribution. Higher values = more spacing between labels
- Effective distance = Base Distance × Spacing Multiplier (e.g., 5 × 1.5 = 7.5 bars minimum)
- Unified distance checking prevents overlaps between all label types (Buy Strength, Sell Strength, sTop, sBottom)
Strength-Based Filtering:
- Label Strength Minimum (%): Only labels with strength at or above this threshold are displayed (default 75%)
- When multiple potential labels are close together, the system automatically compares strengths and keeps only the strongest one
- This ensures only the most significant signals are displayed, reducing chart clutter
Zero Line Polarity Enforcement:
- Enforce Zero Line Polarity (default enabled): Ensures labels follow traditional MACD interpretation
- Buy Strength labels only appear when the tracked extreme MACD value was below zero (negative territory)
- Sell Strength labels only appear when the tracked extreme MACD value was above zero (positive territory)
- This prevents counter-intuitive labels (e.g., Buy labels above zero line) and aligns with standard MACD trading principles
Recovery/Decline Confirmation:
- Recovery/Decline Confirm (%): Percent move away from the extreme required before finalizing (default 15%)
- For Buy labels: MACD must recover by at least this percentage from the tracked bottom
- For Sell labels: MACD must decline by at least this percentage from the tracked top
- Higher values = more confirmation required, fewer but more reliable labels
Historical Lookback:
- Historical Lookback for Label Placement: Number of bars to search for true extremes (default 20)
- The system searches within this period to find the actual lowest/highest MACD value
- Higher values analyze more history but may be slower; lower values are faster but may miss some extremes
Cross Quality Score
The script calculates a MACD cross quality score (0-100) that rates crossover quality based on:
- Cross angle (0-50 points): Steeper crosses = stronger signals
- Volume confirmation (0-25 points): Volume above average adds points
- Distance from zero line (0-25 points): Crosses near zero line are stronger
This score helps identify high-quality crossovers and can be used as a filter to only accept signals meeting minimum quality threshold.
Filtering System
Histogram Filter:
Requires histogram to be above zero for buy signals, below zero for sell signals. Ensures momentum alignment before generating signals.
Signal Strength Filter:
Requires minimum signal strength score for signals. Higher threshold = only strongest signals pass. This combines multiple confirmation factors into a single filter.
Cross Quality Filter:
Requires minimum cross quality score for signals. Rates crossover quality based on angle, volume, momentum, and distance from zero. Only signals meeting minimum quality threshold will be generated.
All filters use the pattern: filterResult = not filterEnabled OR conditionMet. This means if a filter is disabled, it always passes (returns true). Filters can be combined, and all must pass for a signal to fire.
Multi-Timeframe Analysis
The script can display MACD from a secondary (higher) timeframe and use it for confirmation. When secondary timeframe confirmation is enabled, signals require the higher timeframe MACD to align (bullish/bearish) with the signal direction. This ensures signals align with the larger trend context, reducing counter-trend trades.
Secondary Timeframe MACD:
The secondary timeframe MACD uses the same calculation parameters (fast, slow, signal, MA type) as the main MACD but from a higher timeframe. This provides context for the current timeframe's MACD position relative to the larger trend. The secondary MACD lines are displayed on the chart when enabled.
Noise Filtering
Noise filtering hides small histogram movements below a threshold. This helps focus on significant moves and reduces chart clutter. When enabled, only histogram movements above the threshold are displayed. Typical threshold values are 0.1-0.5 for most instruments, depending on the instrument's price range and volatility.
Signal Debounce
Signal debounce prevents duplicate MACD cross signals within a short time period. Useful when MACD crosses back and forth quickly, creating multiple signals. Debounce ensures only one signal per period, reducing signal spam during choppy markets. This is separate from alert cooldown, which applies to all alert types.
Background Color Modes
The script offers three background color modes:
- Dynamic: Full MACD heatmap based on OB/OS conditions, confidence, and momentum. Provides rich visual feedback.
- Monotone: Soft neutral background but still allows overlays (OB/OS zones). Keeps the chart clean without overpowering candles.
- Off: No MACD background (only overlays and plots). Maximum chart cleanliness.
When OB/OS background colors are enabled, they are drawn on top of the main background to ensure visibility.
Statistics Table
A real-time statistics table displays current MACD values, signal strength, distance from zero line, secondary timeframe alignment, volume confirmation status, and all active filter statuses. The table dynamically adjusts to show only enabled features, keeping it clean and relevant. The table position can be configured (Top Left, Top Right, Bottom Left, Bottom Right).
Performance Statistics Table
An optional performance statistics table shows comprehensive filter diagnostics:
- Total buy/sell signals (raw crossover count before filters)
- Filtered buy/sell signals (signals that passed all filters)
- Overall pass rates (percentage of signals that passed filters)
- Rejected signals count
- Filter-by-filter rejection diagnostics showing which filters rejected how many signals
This table helps optimize filter settings by showing which filters are most restrictive and how they impact signal frequency. The diagnostics format shows rejections as "X B / Y S" (X buy signals rejected, Y sell signals rejected) or "Disabled" if the filter is not active.
Alert System
The script includes separate alert conditions for each signal type:
- MACD Cross: MACD line crosses above/below Signal line (with or without secondary confirmation)
- Zero-Line Cross: MACD crosses above/below zero
- Divergence: Regular and hidden divergence detections
- Secondary Timeframe: Higher timeframe MACD crosses
- Histogram MA Cross: Histogram crosses above/below its moving average
- Histogram Zero Cross: Histogram crosses above/below zero
- StochMACD: StochMACD overbought/oversold entries and %K/%D crosses
- Histogram BB: Histogram touches/breaks Bollinger Bands
- Volume Events: Volume climax and dry-up detections
- OB/OS: MACD entry/exit from overbought/oversold zones
- Strong Top/Bottom: sTop and sBottom signal detections
Each alert type has its own cooldown system to prevent alert spam. The cooldown requires a minimum number of bars between alerts of the same type, reducing duplicate alerts during volatile periods. Alert types can be filtered to only evaluate specific alert types (All, MACD Cross, Zero Line, Divergence, Secondary Timeframe, Histogram MA, Histogram Zero, StochMACD, Histogram BB, Volume Events, OB/OS, Strong Top/Bottom).
How Components Work Together
MACD crossovers provide the primary signal when the MACD line crosses the Signal line. Zero-line crosses indicate momentum shifts and can provide early warning signals. Divergences identify potential reversals before they occur.
Volume confirmation ensures signals occur with sufficient market participation, filtering out low-volume false breakouts. Histogram analysis tools (MA, Bollinger Bands, StochMACD) provide additional context for signal reliability and identify significant histogram zones.
Signal strength combines multiple confirmation factors into a single score, making it easy to filter for only the strongest signals. Cross quality score rates crossover quality to identify high-quality setups. Multi-timeframe confirmation ensures signals align with higher timeframe trends, reducing counter-trend trades.
Usage Instructions
Getting Started:
The default configuration shows MACD(12,26,9) with standard EMA calculations. Start with default settings and observe behavior, then customize settings to match your trading style. You can use configuration presets for quick setup based on your trading style.
Customizing MACD Parameters:
Adjust Fast Length (default 12), Slow Length (default 26), and Signal Length (default 9) based on your trading timeframe. Shorter periods (8,17,7) for faster signals, longer (15,30,12) for smoother signals. You can change the moving average type: EMA for responsiveness, RMA for smoothness, WMA for recent price emphasis.
Price Source Selection:
Choose Close (standard), or alternative sources (HL2, HLC3, OHLC4) for different sensitivity. HL2 uses the midpoint of the high-low range, HLC3 and OHLC4 incorporate more price information.
Histogram Smoothing:
Set smoothing to 1 for raw histogram (no smoothing), or increase (3-5) for smoother histogram that reduces noise. Higher smoothing reduces false signals but may delay signals slightly.
Percentage Mode:
Enable percentage mode when comparing MACD across instruments with different price levels. This normalizes MACD values, making them directly comparable.
Dynamic OB/OS Levels:
The dynamic thresholds automatically adapt to volatility. Adjust the multipliers (default 1.5) to fine-tune sensitivity: higher values (2.0-3.0) = more extreme thresholds (fewer signals), lower (1.0-1.5) = more frequent signals. Adjust the lookback period to control how quickly levels adapt. Enable OB/OS background colors for visual indication of extreme conditions.
Volume Confirmation:
Set volume threshold to 1.0 (default, effectively disabled) or higher (1.2-1.5) for standard confirmation. Higher values require more volume for confirmation. Set to 0.1 to completely disable volume filtering.
Filters:
Enable filters gradually to find your preferred balance. Start with histogram filter for basic momentum alignment, then add signal strength filter (threshold 50+) for moderate signals, then cross quality filter (threshold 50+) for high-quality crossovers. Combine filters for highest-quality signals but expect fewer signals.
Divergence:
Enable divergence detection and adjust pivot lookback parameters. Pivot-based divergence provides more accurate detection using actual pivot points. Hidden divergence is useful for trend-following strategies. Adjust range parameters to filter divergences by time window.
Zero-Line Crosses:
Zero-line cross alerts are automatically available when alerts are enabled. These provide early warning signals for momentum shifts.
Histogram Analysis Tools:
Enable Histogram Moving Average to see histogram trend direction. Enable Histogram Bollinger Bands to identify extreme histogram zones. Enable Stochastic MACD to normalize histogram to 0-100 scale for overbought/oversold identification.
Multi-Timeframe:
Enable secondary timeframe MACD to see higher timeframe context. Enable secondary confirmation to require higher timeframe alignment for signals.
Signal Strength:
Signal strength is automatically calculated and displayed in the statistics table. Use signal strength filter to only accept signals above a threshold (e.g., 50 for moderate, 70+ for strong signals only).
Smart Label Placement:
Configure label placement settings to control label appearance and quality:
- Label Strength Minimum (%): Set threshold (default 75%) to show only strong signals. Higher = fewer, stronger labels
- Label Spacing Multiplier: Adjust spacing (default 1.5x) for better distribution. Higher = more spacing between labels
- Recovery/Decline Confirm (%): Set confirmation requirement (default 15%). Higher = more confirmation, fewer labels
- Enforce Zero Line Polarity: Enable (default) to ensure Buy labels only appear when tracked extreme was below zero, Sell labels only when above zero
- Historical Lookback: Adjust search period (default 20 bars) for finding true extremes. Higher = more history analyzed
Cross Quality:
Cross quality score is automatically calculated for crossovers. Use cross quality filter to only accept high-quality crossovers (threshold 50+ for moderate, 70+ for high quality).
Alerts:
Set up alerts for your preferred signal types. Enable alert cooldown (default enabled, 5 bars) to prevent alert spam. Use alert type filter to only evaluate specific alert types (All, MACD Cross, Zero Line, Divergence, Secondary Timeframe, Histogram MA, Histogram Zero, StochMACD, Histogram BB, Volume Events, OB/OS, Strong Top/Bottom). Each signal type has its own alert condition, so you can be selective about which signals trigger alerts.
Visual Elements and Signal Markers
The script uses various visual markers to indicate signals and conditions:
- MACD Line: Green when above signal (bullish), red when below (bearish) if dynamic colors enabled. Optional black outline for enhanced visibility
- Signal Line: Orange line with optional black outline for enhanced visibility
- Histogram: Color-coded based on direction and momentum (green for bullish rising, lime for bullish falling, red for bearish falling, orange for bearish rising)
- Zero Line: Horizontal reference line at MACD = 0
- Fill to Zero: Green/red semi-transparent fill between MACD line and zero line showing bullish/bearish territory
- Fill Between OB/OS: Blue semi-transparent fill between overbought/oversold thresholds highlighting neutral zone
- OB/OS Background Colors: Background coloring when MACD enters overbought/oversold zones
- Background Colors: Dynamic or monotone backgrounds indicating MACD state, or custom chart background
- Divergence Labels: "🐂" for bullish, "🐻" for bearish, "H Bull" for hidden bullish, "H Bear" for hidden bearish
- Divergence Lines: Colored lines connecting pivot points when divergences are detected
- Volume Climax Markers: ⚡ symbol for extremely high volume
- Volume Dry-Up Markers: 💧 symbol for extremely low volume
- Buy/Sell Strength Labels: Show signal strength percentage (e.g., "Buy Strength: 75%")
- Strong Top/Bottom Labels: "sTop" and "sBottom" for extreme level recoveries
- Secondary MACD Lines: Purple lines showing higher timeframe MACD
- Histogram MA: Orange line showing histogram moving average
- Histogram BB: Blue bands around histogram showing extreme zones
- StochMACD Lines: %K and %D lines with overbought/oversold thresholds
- Regression Forecast: Dotted blue lines extending forward with optional confidence bands
Signal Priority and Interpretation
Signals are generated independently and can occur simultaneously. Higher-priority signals generally indicate stronger setups:
1. MACD Cross with Multiple Filters - Highest priority: Requires MACD crossover plus all enabled filters (histogram, signal strength, cross quality) and secondary timeframe confirmation if enabled. These are the most reliable signals.
2. Zero-Line Cross - High priority: Indicates momentum shift. Can provide early warning signals before MACD crosses the signal line.
3. Divergence Signals - Medium-High priority: Pivot-based divergence is more reliable than simple divergence. Hidden divergence indicates continuation rather than reversal.
4. MACD Cross with Basic Filters - Medium priority: MACD crosses signal line with basic histogram filter. Less reliable alone but useful when combined with other confirmations.
Best practice: Wait for multiple confirmations. For example, a MACD crossover combined with divergence, volume confirmation, and secondary timeframe alignment provides the strongest setup.
Chart Requirements
For proper script functionality and compliance with TradingView requirements, ensure your chart displays:
- Symbol name: The trading pair or instrument name should be visible
- Timeframe: The chart timeframe should be clearly displayed
- Script name: "Ultimate MACD " should be visible in the indicator title
These elements help traders understand what they're viewing and ensure proper script identification. The script automatically includes this information in the indicator title and chart labels.
Performance Considerations
The script is optimized for performance:
- Calculations use efficient Pine Script functions (ta.ema, ta.sma, etc.) which are optimized by TradingView
- Conditional execution: Features only calculate when enabled
- Label management: Old labels are automatically deleted to prevent accumulation
- Array management: Divergence label arrays are limited to prevent memory accumulation
The script should perform well on all timeframes. On very long historical data with many enabled features, performance may be slightly slower, but it remains usable.
Known Limitations and Considerations
- Dynamic OB/OS levels can vary significantly based on recent MACD volatility. In very volatile markets, levels may be wider; in calm markets, they may be narrower.
- Volume confirmation requires sufficient historical volume data. On new instruments or very short timeframes, volume calculations may be less reliable.
- Higher timeframe MACD uses request.security() which may have slight delays on some data feeds.
- Stochastic MACD requires the histogram to have sufficient history. Very short periods on new charts may produce less reliable StochMACD values initially.
- Divergence detection requires sufficient historical data to identify pivot points. Very short lookback periods may produce false positives.
Practical Use Cases
The indicator can be configured for different trading styles and timeframes:
Swing Trading:
Use MACD(12,26,9) with secondary timeframe confirmation. Enable divergence detection. Use signal strength filter (threshold 50+) and cross quality filter (threshold 50+) for higher-quality signals. Enable histogram analysis tools for additional context.
Day Trading:
Use MACD(8,17,7) or use "Day Trading" preset with minimal histogram smoothing for faster signals. Enable zero-line cross alerts for early signals. Use volume confirmation with threshold 1.2-1.5. Enable histogram MA for momentum tracking.
Trend Following:
Use MACD(12,26,9) or longer periods (15,30,12) for smoother signals. Enable secondary timeframe confirmation for trend alignment. Hidden divergence signals are useful for trend continuation entries. Use cross quality filter to identify high-quality crossovers.
Reversal Trading:
Focus on divergence detection (pivot-based for accuracy) combined with zero-line crosses. Enable volume confirmation. Use histogram Bollinger Bands to identify extreme histogram zones. Enable StochMACD for overbought/oversold identification.
Multi-Timeframe Analysis:
Enable secondary timeframe MACD to see context from larger timeframes. For example, use daily MACD on hourly charts to understand the larger trend context. Enable secondary confirmation to require higher timeframe alignment for signals.
Practical Tips and Best Practices
Getting Started:
Start with default settings and observe MACD behavior. The default configuration (MACD 12,26,9 with EMA) is balanced and works well across different markets. After observing behavior, customize settings to match your trading style. Consider using configuration presets for quick setup.
Reducing Repainting:
All signals are based on confirmed bars, minimizing repainting. The script uses confirmed bar data for all calculations to ensure backtesting accuracy.
Signal Quality:
MACD crosses with multiple filters provide the highest-quality signals because they require alignment across multiple indicators. These signals have lower frequency but higher reliability. Use signal strength scores to identify the strongest signals (70+). Use cross quality scores to identify high-quality crossovers (70+).
Filter Combinations:
Start with histogram filter for basic momentum alignment, then add signal strength filter for moderate signals, then cross quality filter for high-quality crossovers. Combining all filters significantly reduces false signals but also reduces signal frequency. Find your balance based on your risk tolerance.
Volume Filtering:
Set volume threshold to 1.0 (default, effectively disabled) or lower to effectively disable volume filtering if you trade instruments with unreliable volume data or want to test without volume confirmation. Standard confirmation uses 1.2-1.5 threshold.
MACD Period Selection:
Standard MACD(12,26,9) provides balanced signals suitable for most trading. Shorter periods (8,17,7) for faster signals, longer (15,30,12) for smoother signals. Adjust based on your timeframe and trading style. Consider using configuration presets for optimized settings.
Moving Average Type:
EMA provides balanced responsiveness with smoothness. RMA is smoother and less responsive. WMA gives more weight to recent prices. SMA gives equal weight to all periods. Choose based on your preference for responsiveness vs. smoothness.
Divergence:
Pivot-based divergence is more reliable than simple divergence because it uses actual pivot points. Hidden divergence indicates continuation rather than reversal, useful for trend-following strategies. Adjust pivot lookback parameters to control sensitivity.
Dynamic Thresholds:
Dynamic OB/OS thresholds automatically adapt to volatility. In volatile markets, thresholds widen; in calm markets, they narrow. Adjust the multipliers to fine-tune sensitivity. Enable OB/OS background colors for visual indication.
Zero-Line Crosses:
Zero-line crosses indicate momentum shifts and can provide early warning signals before MACD crosses the signal line. Enable alerts for zero-line crosses to catch these early signals.
Alert Management:
Enable alert cooldown (default enabled, 5 bars) to prevent alert spam. Use alert type filter to only evaluate specific alert types. Signal debounce (default enabled, 3 bars) prevents duplicate MACD cross signals during choppy markets.
Technical Specifications
- Pine Script Version: v6
- Indicator Type: Non-overlay (displays in separate panel below price chart)
- Repainting Behavior: Minimal - all signals are based on confirmed bars, ensuring accurate backtesting results
- Performance: Optimized with conditional execution. Features only calculate when enabled.
- Compatibility: Works on all timeframes (1 minute to 1 month) and all instruments (stocks, forex, crypto, futures, etc.)
- Edge Case Handling: All calculations include safety checks for division by zero, NA values, and boundary conditions. Alert cooldowns and signal debounce handle edge cases where conditions never occurred or values are NA.
Technical Notes
- All MACD values respect percentage mode conversion when enabled
- Volume confirmation uses cached volume SMA for performance
- Label arrays (divergence) are automatically limited to prevent memory accumulation
- Background coloring: OB/OS backgrounds are drawn on top of main background to ensure visibility
- All calculations are optimized with conditional execution - features only calculate when enabled (performance optimization)
- Signal strength calculation combines multiple factors into a single score for easy filtering
- Cross quality calculation rates crossover quality based on angle, volume, and distance from zero
- Secondary timeframe MACD uses request.security() for higher timeframe data access
- Histogram analysis features (Bollinger Bands, MA, StochMACD) provide additional context beyond basic MACD signals
- Statistics table dynamically adjusts to show only enabled features, keeping it clean and relevant
- Divergence detection uses MACD line (not histogram) for more reliable signals
- Configuration presets automatically optimize MACD parameters for different trading styles
- Smart label placement: Labels appear on current bar at confirmation, using strength from tracked extreme point
- Label spacing uses effective distance (base distance × spacing multiplier) for better distribution
- Zero line polarity enforcement ensures Buy labels only appear when tracked extreme MACD < 0, Sell labels only when tracked extreme MACD > 0
- Label finalization requires MACD exit from OB/OS zone, sufficient bars passed, and recovery/decline percentage confirmation
- Strength-based filtering automatically compares and keeps only the strongest label when multiple signals are close together
- Enhanced visualization: Line outlines drawn behind main lines for superior visibility (black default, configurable)
- Enhanced visualization: Fill between MACD and zero line provides instant visual feedback (green above, red below)
- Enhanced visualization: Fill between OB/OS thresholds highlights neutral zone when dynamic levels are active
- Custom chart background overrides background mode when enabled, allowing theme-consistent indicator panels
HTF Accumulation Distribution Zones (Analysis)📌 Indicator Name
HTF Accumulation–Distribution Zones (Analysis)
This indicator highlights potential accumulation and distribution contexts on the price chart using a combination of volume behavior, volatility (ATR), momentum, and VWAP positioning.The script is designed to help traders understand market participation and positioning, especially on higher intraday and swing timeframes, where institutional activity tends to leave clearer footprints.
🔍 What the indicator shows
ACC (Accumulation) : Marks areas where controlled buying activity may be present, identified through:
Strong candle structure relative to volatility
Healthy or controlled volume participation
Improving momentum within defined ranges
DIST (Distribution) : Marks areas where selling pressure may be emerging, identified through:
Price stretching away from VWAP
Weakening momentum
Strong bearish candle structure
These labels represent contextual zones, not trade signals.
🧠 How to use it
Use ACC and DIST labels as market context, not as direct buy or sell instructions.
Best used as a confirmation layer alongside:
Trend filters (EMA, VWAP, structure)
Support & resistance
Breakout or pullback strategies
Works well on 15-minute, 30-minute, 1-hour, and higher timeframes
Suitable for indices, futures, and liquid stocks
⚠️ Important Notes
This indicator does not generate buy or sell signals. It does not predict future price movement. All outputs are based purely on historical data analysis. Always apply independent confirmation and proper risk management
15M Swing Sweep Lines + SMT (ES vs NQ)15M Swing Sweep Lines (NY Killzones)Visualize liquidity sweeps of 15-minute swing highs/lows exclusively during high-impact London & New York killzones.This ICT-inspired indicator detects when price sweeps (wicks beyond) the most recent confirmed 15-minute swing high or low — classic signs of liquidity raids or stop hunts — but only if the sweep happens during key "killzone" sessions where institutional activity is typically highest.Key Features15M Swing Detection: Uses confirmed pivot highs/lows (length 2) on the 15-minute timeframe for reliable structure points.
Killzone Filters (New York time):London Killzone: 3:00 AM – 4:59 AM
New York Killzone: 9:30 AM – 10:59 AM (captures the high-volatility NY open overlap)
Sweep Visualization:Bearish Sweep (high > last 15M swing high): Thick red horizontal line from the swing point to the sweep bar.
Bullish Sweep (low < last 15M swing low): Thick green horizontal line from the swing point to the sweep bar.
Lines use xloc.bar_time for precise placement and extend only to the bar where the sweep occurs.
No duplicates: Prevents multiple lines for the same swing sweep.
Non-repainting logic with lookahead_off for clean, trustworthy signals.
Why Killzones MatterMany ICT/SMC traders focus on these windows because they often feature aggressive manipulation, equal highs/lows sweeps, and the setup for strong directional moves. This tool helps you instantly spot when buy-side or sell-side liquidity has been raided on the 15M structure during these prime times.Ideal ForConfirming potential reversals or inducements after liquidity grabs.
Adding confluence to entries during London or NY sessions.
Futures traders (ES, NQ, etc.) looking for clean visual cues of smart money engineering.
Lightweight, overlay-friendly, and focused — add it to your chart for clearer insight into 15M liquidity sweeps when it matters most. Perfect companion for killzone-based strategies!
Gold ORB Strategy (3/5/15/30 Min)It's a multi-mode Opening Range Breakout system for Gold futures that automates the detection of the 7:20-7:23 AM CT opening range and provides clear visual signals for four different trading styles.
In Plain English:
"It draws a box around gold's first 3 minutes of trading, then alerts you when price breaks out with confirmation from volume, VWAP, and moving averages. It automatically calculates your entry, stop, and target prices based on your chosen strategy style."
What Makes It Unique:
4 Trading Personalities in One Tool:
Aggressive = "I want every breakout, I'll manage the fakeouts"
Confirmed = "Show me only moves that close beyond the range"
Retest = "I want the pullback entry for better R:R"
Fibonacci = "Let me buy the dip after the initial move"
Smart Confluence Filtering:
Doesn't just show every breakout
Checks if VWAP agrees (trend filter)
Verifies EMA alignment (momentum filter)
Flags volume spikes (conviction filter)
Complete Trade Management:
Automatically calculates stops (3 different methods)
Shows profit targets based on your R:R preference
Labels stick to price levels as you scroll
Visual dashboard shows all key info at a glance
What It's NOT:
Not a "buy here, sell there" robot - you still need to read the market
Not foolproof - no strategy works every day
Not optimized yet - you'll need to backtest and adjust settings for your style
The Real Value:
It takes a proven strategy from your research and makes it systematic and repeatable. Instead of manually drawing boxes and calculating stops every morning, it does the math and shows you exactly where the setup is.
Global Sessions Pro NY/London/Tokyo - O/C/H/LGLOBAL SESSIONS PRO — NY / LONDON / TOKYO
Session Opens, Highs, Lows, Midpoints, Closes, Ranges & Killzones
OVERVIEW
Global Sessions Pro is a comprehensive session-mapping indicator designed for traders who rely on market structure, session context, and time-based behavior.
The indicator automatically plots New York, London, and Tokyo sessions, including:
• Session Open, High, Low, Midpoint, and Close
• Prior session levels projected forward
• Session range boxes
• Right-side labeled price levels (clearly identified)
• Stacked session summary labels (no overlap)
• Optional killzones and overlap windows
• Breakout alerts (prior or current session levels)
The script is fully timezone-aware, DST-safe, and works on any chart timeframe.
KEY FEATURES
SESSION MAPPING
For each session (NY / London / Tokyo), the indicator can display:
• Open
• High
• Low
• Midpoint (High + Low) / 2
• Close
Each level is drawn with its own horizontal line and optional right-side label, so there is never confusion about which line represents which level.
SESSION RANGE BOXES
Optional shaded boxes highlight the true session range as it develops in real time.
These are useful for visualizing:
• Compression vs expansion
• Relative session volatility
• Strength or weakness between sessions
Opacity and visibility are fully configurable.
RIGHT-SIDE LEVEL LABELS
Each session level can be labeled on the right edge of the chart, showing:
• Session name (NY / Lon / Tok)
• Level type (O / H / L / M / C)
• Optional price value
Examples:
NY H: 18234.25
Lon L: 18098.50
Tok M: 18142.75
This eliminates ambiguity when multiple session levels overlap or share similar colors.
SESSION SUMMARY LABELS (AUTO-STACKED)
At the top of each session range, an optional summary label displays:
• Session name
• Open / High / Low / Close
• Total range (points)
• Range in ticks
• ATR multiple
Summary labels are automatically stacked vertically using ATR-based or tick-based spacing, preventing overlap even when multiple sessions occur close together.
PRIOR SESSION LEVELS
The indicator can project prior session levels into the next session, including:
• Prior High and Low
• Optional prior Open, Close, and Midpoint
These levels are commonly used for:
• Support and resistance
• Liquidity sweeps
• Mean reversion
• Failed breakouts
Projection length is configurable and safely capped to comply with TradingView drawing limits.
KILLZONES AND SESSION OVERLAPS
Optional background shading highlights key institutional windows:
• London Open
• New York Open
• London / New York overlap
These zones help identify high-probability volatility windows and time-based trade filters.
All killzones respect the selected session timezone basis.
ALERTS
Built-in alerts are available for:
• Break of prior session high
• Break of prior session low
• Break of current session high
• Break of current session low
Alerts can be configured to trigger on wick or close.
Alert logic is written using precomputed crossover detection to ensure historical consistency and avoid missed or false alerts.
TIMEZONE AND SESSION HANDLING (IMPORTANT)
SESSION TIME BASIS OPTIONS
The indicator supports three session-time modes:
Market Local (DST-aware) – Recommended
• New York uses America/New_York
• London uses Europe/London
• Tokyo uses Asia/Tokyo
• Automatically adjusts for daylight saving time
UTC (Fixed)
• Sessions are interpreted strictly in UTC
• Best for crypto or non-DST workflows
• Requires manual adjustment during DST changes
Custom Timezone
• Define a single custom timezone for all sessions
This ensures sessions display correctly regardless of the chart’s timezone.
DEFAULT SESSION TIMES
(Default values assume Market Local (DST-aware) mode)
Tokyo: 09:00 – 15:00
London: 08:00 – 16:30
New York: 09:30 – 16:00
These defaults are optimized for cash and index trading.
FX traders may adjust session windows as needed.
BEST USE CASES
This indicator is particularly effective for:
• Index futures (ES, NQ, RTY, DAX, FTSE)
• Forex session-based strategies
• Time-based breakout systems
• Liquidity sweep and mean-reversion models
• London Open and New York Open trading
• Multi-session market context analysis
PERFORMANCE AND SAFETY NOTES
• All future-drawn objects are capped to comply with TradingView limits
• Crossover logic is evaluated every bar to prevent calculation drift
• Old session drawings are automatically culled to reduce chart clutter
• Works on all intraday and higher timeframes
RECOMMENDED SETTINGS
For most traders:
• Session Time Basis: Market Local (DST-aware)
• Show Open / High / Low / Midpoint: ON
• Prior Session Levels: ON
• Summary Labels: ON
• Killzones: ON
• Alerts: ON (Close-based)
FINAL NOTES
This indicator is designed to provide objective session structure without opinionated trade signals. It works best as a context layer combined with your own execution rules, confirmations, and risk management.
If you trade time, structure, and liquidity, this script provides the framework.
Binance Perp Basis % (Auto)Hello,
This script is pretty much self explanatory.
It is the real-time basis rate % of Binance futures crypto paired with USDT.
If the indicator shows "NaN" it means that the coin exists in USDT.P but does not have a homologue in spot to run the basis rate & calculation.
To change colors:
for positive & negative basis rate % you simply have to open the script & change the values here shown:
//=== 4. Plot =================================================================
col = basis >= 0 ? color.new(color. white , 0) : color.new(color. black , 0)
To change the 0 line color and opacity:
line(0, "Zero line", color=color.new(color.gray, 60), linestyle=hline.style_dashed)
SB A / A++ ALERT ENGINE (Alerts Only)SB A / A++ Alert Engine
Session-Based Level Rejection Strategy (Automation-Ready)
Overview
The SB A / A++ Alert Engine is a rules-based TradingView indicator designed to identify high-probability institutional-style reversal trades using Stacey Burke–inspired concepts such as previous day levels, session structure, opening ranges, and round numbers.
This tool is alerts-only by design, making it ideal for:
TradingView alerts
Webhook automation
Telegram / Discord signal delivery
External trade execution systems
It does not repaint and evaluates signals on confirmed bar close only.
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Core Trading Idea
Price frequently reacts at important reference levels during active trading sessions.
This script looks for rejection + confirmation at those levels and grades setups based on confluence and candle quality.
Only A-grade and A++-grade setups are alerted.
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What the Script Detects
📌 Key Levels (Confluence Engine)
Previous Day High / Low
Initial Balance (Mon–Tue range, active Wed–Fri)
Session Opening Range (first hour of London / NY)
Round Numbers (configurable tick spacing)
Each level touched contributes to confluence — without double-counting the same zone.
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🕒 Session Control
Signals are only allowed during:
London Session
New York Session
Includes:
Session resets
Max alerts per session
Cooldown between signals
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🔎 Candle Confirmation
Valid signals require clear rejection behavior, such as:
Bullish / Bearish Engulfing candle
Strong Pin Bar (wick ≥ 2× body)
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🧠 Trade Grades
A Trade
Valid session
ATR percentile filter passed
≥ 1 level of confluence
Directional rejection
A++ Trade
All A-Trade rules
Strong confirmation candle (engulf or pin)
≥ 2 independent confluence zones
Grades are displayed visually and included in alert payloads.
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📊 Volatility Filter (ATR Percentile)
Instead of fixed ATR thresholds, the script uses an ATR percentile rank, ensuring trades only trigger when volatility is above normal for that market.
This adapts automatically across:
Forex
Indices
Futures
Crypto
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Visual Output
▲ Green / Lime triangles → LONG (A / A++)
▼ Orange / Red triangles → SHORT (A / A++)
Color intensity reflects trade grade
Optional session shading (if enabled)
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Alerts & Automation
All alerts are webhook-ready and structured for automation.
Each alert includes:
Symbol
Timeframe
Direction (LONG / SHORT)
Trade grade (A or A++)
Confluence count
Entry price (close of signal bar)
Designed to integrate with:
Telegram bots
Trade execution bridges
Risk management engines
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What This Script Is (and Is Not)
✅ IS
A high-quality signal engine
Non-repainting
Automation-friendly
Institutional level-based logic
❌ IS NOT
A scalping indicator
A prediction tool
A “trade every candle” system
This tool favors patience, structure, and quality over frequency.
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Recommended Usage
Timeframes: M5 – M15
Best markets: FX majors, indices, liquid crypto
Combine with your own execution, risk, and trade management rules
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⚠️ Disclaimer
This script is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice. Always test on demo or paper trading before using live capital.
Multi-Fractal Trading Plan [Gemini] v22Multi-Fractal Trading Plan
The Multi-Fractal Trading Plan is a quantitative market structure engine designed to filter noise and generate actionable daily strategies. Unlike standard auto-trendline indicators that clutter charts with irrelevant data, this system utilizes Fractal Geometry to categorize market liquidity into three institutional layers: Minor (Intraday), Medium (Swing), and Major (Institutional).
This tool functions as a Strategic Advisor, not just a drawing tool. It calculates the delta between price and structural pivots in real-time, alerting you when price enters high-probability "Hot Zones" and generating a live trading plan on your dashboard.
Core Features
1. Three-Tier Fractal Engine The algorithm tracks 15 distinct fractal lengths simultaneously, aggregating them into a clean hierarchy:
Minor Structure (Thin Lines): Captures high-frequency volatility for scalping.
Medium Structure (Medium Lines): Identifies significant swing points and intermediate targets.
Major Structure (Thick Lines): Maps the "Institutional" defense lines where trend reversals and major breakouts occur.
2. The Strategic Dashboard A dynamic data panel in the bottom-right eliminates analysis paralysis:
Floor & Ceiling Targets: Displays the precise price levels of the nearest Support and Resistance.
AI Logic Output: The script analyzes market conditions to generate a specific command, such as "WATCH FOR BREAKOUT", "Near Lows (Look Long?)", or "WAIT (No Setup)".
3. "Hot Zone" Detection Never miss a critical test of structure.
Dynamic Alerting: When price trades within 1% (adjustable) of a Major Trend Line, the indicator’s labels turn Bright Yellow and flash a warning (e.g., "⚠️ WATCH: MAJOR RES").
Focus: This visual cue highlights the exact moment execution is required, reducing screen fatigue.
4. The Quant Web & Markers
Pivot Validation: Deep blue fractal markers (▲/▼) identify the exact candles responsible for the structure.
Inter-Timeframe Web: Faint dotted lines connect Minor pivots directly to Major pivots, visualizing the "hidden" elasticity between short-term noise and long-term trend anchors.
5. Enterprise Stability Engine Engineered to solve the "Vertical Line" and "1970 Epoch" glitches common in Pine Script trend indicators. This engine is optimized for Futures (NQ/ES), Forex, and Crypto, ensuring stability across all timeframes (including gaps on ETH/RTH charts).
Operational Guide
Consult the Dashboard: Before executing, check the "Strategy" output. If it says "WAIT", the market is in chop. If it says "WATCH FOR BOUNCE", prepare your entry criteria.
Monitor Hot Zones: A Yellow Label indicates price is testing a major liquidity level. This is your signal to watch for a rejection wick or a high-volume breakout.
Utilize the Web: Use the faint web lines to find "confluence" where a short-term pullback aligns with a long-term trend line.
Configuration
Show History: Toggles "Ghost Lines" (Blue) to display historical structure and broken trends.
Fractal Points: Toggles the geometric pivot markers.
Hot Zone %: Adjusts the sensitivity of the Yellow Warning system (Default: 1%).
Max Line Length: A noise filter that removes stale or "spiderweb" lines that are no longer statistically relevant.
