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Spike Detector (Ticks/Points)
Spike Detector (Ticks / Points)
What This Indicator Does
Spike Detector (Ticks / Points) helps you easily spot large, high-volatility candles on your chart. These “spike” candles often happen during strong momentum, breakouts, stop runs, or sudden reversals.
Instead of guessing whether a candle is “big enough,” this indicator automatically measures each candle’s size and highlights it when it exceeds a threshold you choose.
How It Works (Simple Explanation)
The indicator measures the high-to-low range of every candle
It converts that range into ticks using the instrument’s minimum tick size
If the candle size is equal to or greater than your selected threshold, it is marked as a spike
Spike candles are:
Colored green for bullish candles
Colored red for bearish candles
A label is placed on the chart showing the candle size in ticks or points
This logic is non-repainting and works on all timeframes.
Inputs Explained
Spike Size Threshold
The minimum candle size required to be considered a spike (measured in ticks)
Display Unit (Ticks / Points)
Choose whether the label shows the candle size in:
Ticks (recommended for futures)
Points (useful for stocks and indices)
Label Offset
Adjusts how far above or below the candle the label appears
How to Use This Indicator
This indicator is meant to be used as a visual tool, not a standalone trading system.
Common ways traders use it:
Identify momentum ignition candles
Spot stop runs or liquidity grabs
Confirm breakouts with strong candle expansion
Avoid entering trades during abnormally volatile bars
Study volatility behavior during specific sessions
Many traders combine this with:
Market structure
Support & resistance
Trend direction
Volume or session context
Tips for Best Results
Start with a moderate threshold and adjust based on the market you trade
Higher timeframes usually need larger thresholds
Futures traders may prefer tick mode, while stock traders may prefer points
Use spike candles as context, not signals by themselves
Notes
Works on all symbols that support tick size data
Does not repaint
Designed to be lightweight and easy to read
Disclaimer
This indicator is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not provide trade signals or financial advice. Always manage risk appropriately.
What This Indicator Does
Spike Detector (Ticks / Points) helps you easily spot large, high-volatility candles on your chart. These “spike” candles often happen during strong momentum, breakouts, stop runs, or sudden reversals.
Instead of guessing whether a candle is “big enough,” this indicator automatically measures each candle’s size and highlights it when it exceeds a threshold you choose.
How It Works (Simple Explanation)
The indicator measures the high-to-low range of every candle
It converts that range into ticks using the instrument’s minimum tick size
If the candle size is equal to or greater than your selected threshold, it is marked as a spike
Spike candles are:
Colored green for bullish candles
Colored red for bearish candles
A label is placed on the chart showing the candle size in ticks or points
This logic is non-repainting and works on all timeframes.
Inputs Explained
Spike Size Threshold
The minimum candle size required to be considered a spike (measured in ticks)
Display Unit (Ticks / Points)
Choose whether the label shows the candle size in:
Ticks (recommended for futures)
Points (useful for stocks and indices)
Label Offset
Adjusts how far above or below the candle the label appears
How to Use This Indicator
This indicator is meant to be used as a visual tool, not a standalone trading system.
Common ways traders use it:
Identify momentum ignition candles
Spot stop runs or liquidity grabs
Confirm breakouts with strong candle expansion
Avoid entering trades during abnormally volatile bars
Study volatility behavior during specific sessions
Many traders combine this with:
Market structure
Support & resistance
Trend direction
Volume or session context
Tips for Best Results
Start with a moderate threshold and adjust based on the market you trade
Higher timeframes usually need larger thresholds
Futures traders may prefer tick mode, while stock traders may prefer points
Use spike candles as context, not signals by themselves
Notes
Works on all symbols that support tick size data
Does not repaint
Designed to be lightweight and easy to read
Disclaimer
This indicator is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not provide trade signals or financial advice. Always manage risk appropriately.
Script open-source
Nello spirito di TradingView, l'autore di questo script lo ha reso open source, in modo che i trader possano esaminarne e verificarne la funzionalità. Complimenti all'autore! Sebbene sia possibile utilizzarlo gratuitamente, ricordiamo che la ripubblicazione del codice è soggetta al nostro Regolamento.
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Script open-source
Nello spirito di TradingView, l'autore di questo script lo ha reso open source, in modo che i trader possano esaminarne e verificarne la funzionalità. Complimenti all'autore! Sebbene sia possibile utilizzarlo gratuitamente, ricordiamo che la ripubblicazione del codice è soggetta al nostro Regolamento.
Declinazione di responsabilità
Le informazioni e le pubblicazioni non sono intese come, e non costituiscono, consulenza o raccomandazioni finanziarie, di investimento, di trading o di altro tipo fornite o approvate da TradingView. Per ulteriori informazioni, consultare i Termini di utilizzo.