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Aggiornato W%R Zone Scalper[BullByte] v1.0
W%R Zone Scalper Strategy - The Definitive Deep Dive
1. Introduction: The Philosophy Behind the Strategy
This script, W%R Zone Scalper [BullByte], is not just another Williams %R-based trading system—it is a refined,multi-filtered scalping engine designed to maximize edge in trending markets while minimizing false signals in choppy conditions. Unlike most basic %R strategies that blindly trade crossovers, this system introduces a sophisticated confluence of trend, volatility, and momentum filters, making it a high-probability scalper for intraday traders.
What Makes This Script Different?
✅ Originality: Most %R strategies rely solely on overbought/oversold levels, leading to whipsaws in ranging markets. This script intelligently combines:
- Trend confirmation (MA, Supertrend)
- Volatility filters (BB Width, Choppiness Index)
- Volume validation (to ensure real participation)
- ADX trend strength (to avoid weak, fake trends)
✅ Smart Trade Execution:
- Not just %R crossovers —entries are only taken when multiple filters align, reducing noise.
- Optional ATR-based SL/TP for disciplined risk management.
- Dashboard integration for real-time trade monitoring.
✅ Adaptability:
- Works on crypto, forex, and stocks (optimized for high-liquidity assets like BTC).
- Scalable from 1-minute scalping to 1-hour swing trades (adjust filters accordingly).
2. Core Components: A Surgical Breakdown
A. Williams %R - The Trigger Mechanism
- Default Settings:
- Length = 14 (optimal balance between sensitivity and reliability).
- Long Entry: Cross above -80 (oversold bounce with momentum).
- Short Entry: Cross below -20 (overbought rejection).
Why This Matters:
- Unlike RSI or Stochastic, %R is more aggressive in detecting reversals, making it ideal for scalping fast moves.
- However, raw %R signals are noisy—hence the need for additional filters.
B. The Moving Average (MA) - Trend Filter
- Purpose: Ensures trades are only taken in the direction of the broader trend.
- Types Available:
- SMA (Simple MA) – Smooth but laggy.
- EMA (Exponential MA) – Faster, default choice.
- WMA (Weighted MA) – More responsive to recent prices.
- HMA (Hull MA) – Minimal lag, excellent for scalping.
Entry Logic:
- Long: Price must be above MA (confirms uptrend).
- Short: Price must be below MA (confirms downtrend).
Why This Matters:
- Prevents counter-trend trades, which are high-risk in scalping.
- Works as a dynamic support/resistance.
C. Advanced Filters - The Edge Enhancers
1. Choppiness Index (CI) - Avoiding Sideways Markets
- Default:
- Length = 12
- Threshold = 38.2 (below = trending, above = choppy).
Why This Matters:
- Eliminates false signals in ranging markets (where %R crossovers fail most).
- Inspired by market cycle theory—only trades when volatility is directional.
2. ADX (Average Directional Index) - Trend Strength
- Default:
- Length = 14
- Threshold = 25 (only trade if ADX > 25 = strong trend).
Why This Matters:
- Many traders ignore ADX and get fake breakouts—this ensures trades happen only in high-momentum conditions.
3. Volume Filter - Confirming Real Moves
- Logic: Volume must be above its 50-period MA.
- Why This Matters:
- Low-volume breakouts often fail—this ensures institutional participation.
4. Bollinger Band Width (BBW) - Volatility Check
- Logic: BBW must be above its moving average (expanding volatility = good for scalping).
Why This Matters:
- Avoids low-volatility traps where price moves are insignificant.
5. Supertrend - Dynamic Trend Confirmation
- Logic:
- Longs: Price must be above Supertrend line.
- Shorts: Price must be below Supertrend line.
Why This Matters:
- Acts as a secondary trend filter, reducing whipsaws.
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3. Risk Management - Protecting Capital
A. Position Sizing (Flexible & Adaptive)
- Default: 30% of equity per trade(aggressive but adjustable).
- Initial Capital: $1,000(example—modify based on your account size).
B. Stop Loss & Take Profit (ATR-Based)
- SL = 1.5x ATR (protects against sudden reversals).
- TP = 2x ATR (locks in profits before pullbacks).
Why ATR?
-Dynamic adjustment—wider in volatile markets, tighter in calm ones.
C. Manual Adjustments Required
- Commission: Default 0.1% (adjust per your broker).
- Leverage: Not hardcoded —apply based on your risk tolerance.
4. Optimal Time Frame & Asset Selection
- Best for: 5M - 15M charts(scalping).
- Also works on: 1H-4H(swing trades with adjusted filters).
- Best Assets:
- High-liquidity cryptos (BTC, ETH, SOL)
- Forex majors (EUR/USD, GBP/USD)
- High-beta stocks (TSLA, NVDA)
5. The Dashboard - Real-Time Trade Intelligence
- PnL Tracking (profit/loss in $ and %).
- Position Status (Long/Short/Flat).
- Filter Status (which ones are active).
- Key Indicators (%R, MA, Volume).
Why This Matters:
- No guesswork—all critical info in one place.
6. Strong Disclaimer
⚠️ This is not financial advice. Trading carries risk of loss.
- Backtest thoroughly before live trading.
- Start with small capital to validate performance.
- Modify SL/TP, leverage, and position sizing based on your risk profile.
- The developer[BullByte] is not liable for any losses incurred.
7. Why This Strategy Stands Out
Most %R strategies fail in real markets because they ignore:
❌ Trend context (trading reversals blindly).
❌ Volatility cycles (getting chopped up in sideways action).
❌ Volume confirmation (falling for fake breakouts).
This script solves those problems by:
✅ Only trading when multiple high-probability factors align.
✅ Using adaptive risk management (ATR-based SL/TP).
✅ Providing a real-time dashboard for decision-making.
8.Important Note on Backtesting & Customization
The performance results displayed with this script are based on:
- Asset BTC/USD
- Timeframe: 5-minute chart
- Key Filters Enabled:
- Moving Average (Trend Confirmation)
- Choppiness Index (Sideways Market Filter)
- Volume (Participation Validation)
Your Trading Approach May Vary
This configuration represents just one possible way to deploy the strategy. You can:
- Test alternative settings (adjust lengths, thresholds, or filters)
- Apply to different assets (cryptos, forex pairs, stocks)
- Experiment with timeframes (1m for ultra-scalping, 15m/1H for swing trades)
Critical Reminder
Always conduct your own forward testing before live trading. Market conditions change, and past performance never guarantees future results.
All the best!
1. Introduction: The Philosophy Behind the Strategy
This script, W%R Zone Scalper [BullByte], is not just another Williams %R-based trading system—it is a refined,multi-filtered scalping engine designed to maximize edge in trending markets while minimizing false signals in choppy conditions. Unlike most basic %R strategies that blindly trade crossovers, this system introduces a sophisticated confluence of trend, volatility, and momentum filters, making it a high-probability scalper for intraday traders.
What Makes This Script Different?
✅ Originality: Most %R strategies rely solely on overbought/oversold levels, leading to whipsaws in ranging markets. This script intelligently combines:
- Trend confirmation (MA, Supertrend)
- Volatility filters (BB Width, Choppiness Index)
- Volume validation (to ensure real participation)
- ADX trend strength (to avoid weak, fake trends)
✅ Smart Trade Execution:
- Not just %R crossovers —entries are only taken when multiple filters align, reducing noise.
- Optional ATR-based SL/TP for disciplined risk management.
- Dashboard integration for real-time trade monitoring.
✅ Adaptability:
- Works on crypto, forex, and stocks (optimized for high-liquidity assets like BTC).
- Scalable from 1-minute scalping to 1-hour swing trades (adjust filters accordingly).
2. Core Components: A Surgical Breakdown
A. Williams %R - The Trigger Mechanism
- Default Settings:
- Length = 14 (optimal balance between sensitivity and reliability).
- Long Entry: Cross above -80 (oversold bounce with momentum).
- Short Entry: Cross below -20 (overbought rejection).
Why This Matters:
- Unlike RSI or Stochastic, %R is more aggressive in detecting reversals, making it ideal for scalping fast moves.
- However, raw %R signals are noisy—hence the need for additional filters.
B. The Moving Average (MA) - Trend Filter
- Purpose: Ensures trades are only taken in the direction of the broader trend.
- Types Available:
- SMA (Simple MA) – Smooth but laggy.
- EMA (Exponential MA) – Faster, default choice.
- WMA (Weighted MA) – More responsive to recent prices.
- HMA (Hull MA) – Minimal lag, excellent for scalping.
Entry Logic:
- Long: Price must be above MA (confirms uptrend).
- Short: Price must be below MA (confirms downtrend).
Why This Matters:
- Prevents counter-trend trades, which are high-risk in scalping.
- Works as a dynamic support/resistance.
C. Advanced Filters - The Edge Enhancers
1. Choppiness Index (CI) - Avoiding Sideways Markets
- Default:
- Length = 12
- Threshold = 38.2 (below = trending, above = choppy).
Why This Matters:
- Eliminates false signals in ranging markets (where %R crossovers fail most).
- Inspired by market cycle theory—only trades when volatility is directional.
2. ADX (Average Directional Index) - Trend Strength
- Default:
- Length = 14
- Threshold = 25 (only trade if ADX > 25 = strong trend).
Why This Matters:
- Many traders ignore ADX and get fake breakouts—this ensures trades happen only in high-momentum conditions.
3. Volume Filter - Confirming Real Moves
- Logic: Volume must be above its 50-period MA.
- Why This Matters:
- Low-volume breakouts often fail—this ensures institutional participation.
4. Bollinger Band Width (BBW) - Volatility Check
- Logic: BBW must be above its moving average (expanding volatility = good for scalping).
Why This Matters:
- Avoids low-volatility traps where price moves are insignificant.
5. Supertrend - Dynamic Trend Confirmation
- Logic:
- Longs: Price must be above Supertrend line.
- Shorts: Price must be below Supertrend line.
Why This Matters:
- Acts as a secondary trend filter, reducing whipsaws.
---
3. Risk Management - Protecting Capital
A. Position Sizing (Flexible & Adaptive)
- Default: 30% of equity per trade(aggressive but adjustable).
- Initial Capital: $1,000(example—modify based on your account size).
B. Stop Loss & Take Profit (ATR-Based)
- SL = 1.5x ATR (protects against sudden reversals).
- TP = 2x ATR (locks in profits before pullbacks).
Why ATR?
-Dynamic adjustment—wider in volatile markets, tighter in calm ones.
C. Manual Adjustments Required
- Commission: Default 0.1% (adjust per your broker).
- Leverage: Not hardcoded —apply based on your risk tolerance.
4. Optimal Time Frame & Asset Selection
- Best for: 5M - 15M charts(scalping).
- Also works on: 1H-4H(swing trades with adjusted filters).
- Best Assets:
- High-liquidity cryptos (BTC, ETH, SOL)
- Forex majors (EUR/USD, GBP/USD)
- High-beta stocks (TSLA, NVDA)
5. The Dashboard - Real-Time Trade Intelligence
- PnL Tracking (profit/loss in $ and %).
- Position Status (Long/Short/Flat).
- Filter Status (which ones are active).
- Key Indicators (%R, MA, Volume).
Why This Matters:
- No guesswork—all critical info in one place.
6. Strong Disclaimer
⚠️ This is not financial advice. Trading carries risk of loss.
- Backtest thoroughly before live trading.
- Start with small capital to validate performance.
- Modify SL/TP, leverage, and position sizing based on your risk profile.
- The developer[BullByte] is not liable for any losses incurred.
7. Why This Strategy Stands Out
Most %R strategies fail in real markets because they ignore:
❌ Trend context (trading reversals blindly).
❌ Volatility cycles (getting chopped up in sideways action).
❌ Volume confirmation (falling for fake breakouts).
This script solves those problems by:
✅ Only trading when multiple high-probability factors align.
✅ Using adaptive risk management (ATR-based SL/TP).
✅ Providing a real-time dashboard for decision-making.
8.Important Note on Backtesting & Customization
The performance results displayed with this script are based on:
- Asset BTC/USD
- Timeframe: 5-minute chart
- Key Filters Enabled:
- Moving Average (Trend Confirmation)
- Choppiness Index (Sideways Market Filter)
- Volume (Participation Validation)
Your Trading Approach May Vary
This configuration represents just one possible way to deploy the strategy. You can:
- Test alternative settings (adjust lengths, thresholds, or filters)
- Apply to different assets (cryptos, forex pairs, stocks)
- Experiment with timeframes (1m for ultra-scalping, 15m/1H for swing trades)
Critical Reminder
Always conduct your own forward testing before live trading. Market conditions change, and past performance never guarantees future results.
All the best!
Note di rilascio
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In pieno spirito TradingView, il creatore di questo script lo ha reso open-source, in modo che i trader possano esaminarlo e verificarne la funzionalità. Complimenti all'autore! Sebbene sia possibile utilizzarlo gratuitamente, ricorda che la ripubblicazione del codice è soggetta al nostro Regolamento.
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Script open-source
In pieno spirito TradingView, il creatore di questo script lo ha reso open-source, in modo che i trader possano esaminarlo e verificarne la funzionalità. Complimenti all'autore! Sebbene sia possibile utilizzarlo gratuitamente, ricorda che la ripubblicazione del codice è soggetta al nostro Regolamento.
Per un accesso rapido a un grafico, aggiungi questo script ai tuoi preferiti: per saperne di più clicca qui.
Declinazione di responsabilità
Le informazioni ed i contenuti pubblicati non costituiscono in alcun modo una sollecitazione ad investire o ad operare nei mercati finanziari. Non sono inoltre fornite o supportate da TradingView. Maggiori dettagli nelle Condizioni d'uso.