Golden Triangle Strategy (1H, Setup 1 & 2)🔺 Golden Triangle Strategy – Setup 1 & 2 with Dynamic Trailing Stop (Optimized for 1H Chart)
### 📘 Strategy Summary
This strategy blends **technical pattern recognition** with **volume confirmation** and **dynamic risk management** to capture high-probability breakouts. It features two independent entry setups . More details can be found at thepatternsite.com
I have added intelligent trailing stop that **tightens once a profit threshold is reached**. Please note that this is not mentioned in GoldenTriangle strategy. I just added to capture the profits.
### ✅ Entry Setups
#### **Setup 1 – Golden Triangle Breakout**
* Detects **triangle formations** using recent pivot highs and lows.
* A **bullish breakout** is confirmed when:
* Price **closes above the triangle top**, and
* Price is also **above the 50-period SMA**.
* Entry: At breakout candle close.
* Ideal for early momentum trades after consolidation.
#### **Setup 2 – Price + Volume Confirmation**
* Based on **mean reversion followed by volume surge**:
* Price drops **below the 50 SMA**, then closes **back above it**.
* Requires at least one **"up day"** (current close > previous close).
* Volume must be:
* Above its 50-SMA, **and**
* Higher than each of the **previous 4 days**.
* Entry: At the close of volume-confirmation day.
* Useful when triangle patterns are not clear, but accumulation is strong.
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### 📈 Entry Logic Recap
| Condition | Setup 1 | Setup 2 |
| ------------------ | --------------------- | --------------------------------------- |
| Pattern | Triangle Breakout | SMA Reclaim + Volume Surge |
| SMA Filter | Close > 50 SMA | Price drops < 50 SMA, then closes above |
| Volume Requirement | Not Required | > Volume SMA + > last 4 bars |
| Entry Trigger | Breakout candle close | After volume confirmation |
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### 🚪 Exit Strategy
#### 🔁 **Trailing Stop Loss (TSL)**
* **Initial stop:** 10% below the **highest price reached** after entry.
* **Tightening rule:**
* When profit reaches **10%**, the trailing stop is **tightened to 5%**.
* This keeps you in the trade while locking in more profit as the trade moves in your favor.
#### 🔻 **Manual Close**
* If the price drops below the trailing stop, the position is automatically closed using `strategy.close()`.
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### 🌈 Visual Aids & Additions
* Green background shading while in a trade.
* Real-time dashboard showing:
* SMA values
* Entry signals
* Plots for:
* Dynamic trailing stop
* Weekly Fibonacci R3 and S3 levels as outer support/resistance zones.
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### 🧠 Ideal Use Cases
* Works well on **1-hour charts** for intraday to short swing trades.
* Especially effective in **sideways-to-bullish markets**.
* Helps avoid false breakouts by using SMA and volume filters.
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Tip: I also showed weekly R3 on the chart. When the price touches at this level lock your profits. You Dont have to wait until price hits trailing stop loss.
warning : This strategy is published educational purposes only.
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VWAP with 4 EMAsVWAP + 4 EMA Indicator
This indicator combines the Volume Weighted Average Price (VWAP) with three customizable Exponential Moving Averages (EMAs) to provide a comprehensive view of market trend, momentum, and institutional price levels.
Features:
VWAP Line: Plots the intraday VWAP, a key indicator used by institutions to gauge fair value.
3 EMAs: Customizable short, medium, and long-term EMAs help identify trend direction and potential entry/exit points.
Flexible Settings: Easily adjust the EMA lengths and styling to suit your trading strategy.
Clean Visual Layout: Designed for clarity without cluttering your chart.
Use Cases:
Trend Confirmation: Use the VWAP as a dynamic support/resistance level, while EMAs confirm the direction and strength of the trend.
Mean Reversion & Breakouts: Identify when price is stretched from VWAP or crosses key EMAs for potential reversal or breakout trades.
Day Trading & Swing Trading: Suitable for both short-term intraday and multi-day analysis.
This tool is ideal for traders who want to blend volume-weighted price levels with moving average trend signals on a single, efficient chart.
Support and Resistance MTFSupport and Resistance MTF
Support and Resistance MTF is a powerful tool that automatically detects and visualizes key support and resistance levels based on pivot highs and lows, using a higher timeframe of your choice. It is designed for traders who focus on price action and market structure, and want an adaptive, clean, and customizable indicator that helps identify important market zones.
The script uses configurable pivot logic to identify levels, with user-defined parameters for pivot strength and timeframe. Once a support or resistance level is detected, it is displayed on the chart either as a horizontal line, a shaded box, or both, depending on your display settings. You can fully customize the visual appearance including color, transparency, and line thickness. Levels are automatically extended into the future, and optionally into the past, to give better context.
Each level is monitored for breakout behavior. If price breaks through a level, it can change its role — a former resistance may become support, and vice versa. After a certain number of breakouts (which you define), the level is considered invalid and is automatically removed from the chart. This helps to maintain a clean visual layout and ensures only relevant levels are shown.
The indicator supports multi-timeframe analysis, allowing you to overlay higher-timeframe structure directly on your lower-timeframe trading chart. It is also compatible with Heikin Ashi candles internally for reference, without affecting your main chart type.
Support and Resistance MTF is ideal for traders looking to align intraday setups with higher-timeframe zones, manage risk around structural levels, or simply highlight market turning points in a clear and automated way. Built with Pine Script v5 and optimized for performance, it is both powerful and lightweight.
⚙️ Input Parameters – Description
[Time-Frame
Defines the higher timeframe used for detecting support and resistance levels. For example, you can set this to 1h, 4h, or D to visualize significant levels from a broader market perspective on a lower-timeframe chart.
Left / Right (Pivot Left / Pivot Right)
These parameters control the sensitivity of the pivot detection. A pivot high/low is confirmed if it is higher/lower than the defined number of candles to its left and right. Higher values reduce noise but may miss smaller turning points.
Extend Left
When enabled, the drawn levels (lines and/or boxes) are extended to the left side of the chart, allowing you to see the historical alignment of these levels.
Max Breaks Before Delete
Defines how many times a level can be broken by price before it is removed from the chart. This helps to avoid clutter from outdated or invalidated levels and keeps your chart relevant to current price action.
Draw Lines Only
If enabled, the indicator will draw only horizontal lines for support and resistance zones, omitting the colored background boxes. Useful for a cleaner chart appearance.
Line Width Broken Level
Sets the thickness of the support/resistance lines. Thicker lines can emphasize key levels, especially after a breakout.
Transparency Boxes
Controls the transparency (0–100) of the background boxes representing the zones. A higher value makes the boxes more transparent, lower values make them more opaque.
Transparency Lines
Controls the transparency (0–100) of the horizontal support and resistance lines. This allows for visual fine-tuning based on chart background and personal preference.
Support (Color, Group: Display)
Lets you choose the color used for support zones and lines. By default, it's green, but you can change it to fit your theme or visual preference.
Resistance (Color, Group: Display)
Defines the color for resistance zones and lines. The default is red, but it can be customized freely.
OA - Sigma BandsDescription:
The OA - Sigma Bands indicator is a fully adaptive, volatility-sensitive dynamic band system designed to detect price expansion and potential breakouts. Unlike traditional fixed-width Bollinger Bands, OA - Sigma Bands adjust their boundaries based on a combination of standard deviation (σ) and Average Daily Range (ADR), making them more responsive to real market behavior and shifts in volatility.
Key Concepts & Logic
This tool constructs three distinct band regions:
Sigma Bands (±σ):
Calculated using the standard deviation of the closing price over a user-defined lookback period. This acts as the core volatility filter to identify statistically significant price deviations.
ADR Zones (±ADR):
These zones provide an additional layer based on the percentage average of daily price ranges over the last 20 bars. They help visualize intraday or short-term expected volatility.
Dynamic Adjustment Logic:
When price breaks outside the upper/lower sigma or ADR boundaries for a defined number of bars (user input), the system recalibrates. This ensures that the bands evolve with volatility and don’t remain outdated in trending markets.
Inputs & Customization
Sigma Multiplier: Set how wide the sigma bands should be (default: 1.5).
Lookback Period: Controls how many bars are used to calculate the standard deviation (default: 200).
Break Confirmation Bars: Determines how many candles must close beyond a boundary to trigger band recalibration.
ADR Period: Internally fixed at 20 bars for stable short-term volatility measurement.
Full Color Customization: Customize the band colors and fill transparency to suit your chart style.
Benefits & Use Cases
Breakout Trading: Detect when price exits statistically significant ranges, confirming trend expansion.
Mean Reversion: Use the outer bands as potential reversion zones in sideways or low-volatility markets.
Volatility Awareness: Visually identify when price is compressed or expanding.
Dynamic Structure: The auto-updating nature makes it more reliable than static historical zones.
Overlay-Ready: Designed to sit directly on price charts with minimal clutter.
Disclaimer
This script is intended for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice, financial guidance, or a recommendation to buy or sell any security. Always perform your own research and apply proper risk management before making trading decisions.
If you enjoy this script or find it useful, feel free to give it or leave a comment!
Strategy Builder With IndicatorsThis strategy script is designed for traders who enjoy building systems using multiple indicators.
Please note: This script does not include any built-in indicators. Instead, it works by referencing the plot outputs of the indicators you’ve already added to your chart.
For example, if you add a MACD and an ATR indicator to your chart, you can assign their plot values as inputs in the settings panel of this strategy.
• MACD as a trigger
• ATR as a filter
How Filters Work
Filters check whether certain conditions are met before a trade can be opened. For instance, if you set a filter like ATR > 30, then no trade will be executed unless that condition is true — even if the trigger fires.
All filters are linked, meaning every active filter must be satisfied for a trade to occur.
How Triggers Work
Triggers are what actually fire a trade signal — such as a moving average crossover or RSI breaking above a specific level. Unlike filters, triggers are independent. Only one active trigger needs to be true for the trade to execute.
Thanks to its modular structure, this strategy can be used with any indicator of your choice.
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Risk Management Features
In the settings, you’ll find flexible options for:
• Stop Loss (SL)
• Trailing Stop Loss (TSL)
• Multi Take-Profit (TP)
These features enhance trade safety and let you tailor your risk management.
SL types available:
• Tick-based SL
• Percent-based SL
• ATR-based SL
Once you select your preferred SL type, you can fine-tune its distance using the offset field.
Trailing SL allows your stop to follow price as it moves in your favor — helping to lock in profits.
Multi-TP lets you take profits at two different levels, helping you secure gains while leaving room for extended moves.
Breakeven option is also available to automatically move your SL to entry after reaching a profit threshold.
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How to Build a Solid Strategy
Let’s break down a good setup into three key components:
1. Trend Filter
Avoid trading against the trend — that’s like swimming against the current.
Use a filter like:
• Supertrend
• Momentum indicators
• Candlestick bias, etc.
Example: In this case, I used Supertrend and filtered for trades only if the price is above the uptrend line.
2. Trigger Condition
Once we confirm the trend is on our side, we need a trigger to execute at the right moment. This can be:
• RSI cross
• Candlestick patterns
• Trendline breaks
• Moving average crossovers, etc.
Example: I used RSI crossing above 50 as the entry trigger.
3. Risk Management
Even in the right trend at the right time — anything can happen. That’s why you should always define Stop Loss and Take Profit levels.
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And there you have it! Your strategy is ready to backtest, refine, and deploy with alerts for live trading.
Questions or suggestions? Feel free to reach out
SMA50 ATR%SMA50 ATR% Zones Indicator
Overview:
The "SMA50 ATR%" indicator is designed to provide dynamic zones above and below a Simple Moving Average (SMA) based on multiples of the Average True Range (ATR). These zones can help traders identify potential areas of interest for entries, profit-taking, and stop-loss placement by visualizing how far the price has deviated from its medium-term mean (SMA) relative to its recent volatility (ATR).
Key Features:
Central SMA: Plots a customizable Simple Moving Average (default 50-period) as the baseline.
ATR-Based Zones: Calculates and displays distinct zones by adding or subtracting multiples of the ATR (default 10-period) from the SMA.
Color-Coded Visuals: Each zone type is clearly differentiated by color and shading intensity, providing an intuitive visual guide.
Current Zone Label: Displays the specific ATR multiple zone the current price is trading in, offering quick insight into the market's current position relative to the zones.
Zone Breakdown:
The indicator plots the following zones:
Entry Zones (Green Shades):
+1x ATR to +2x ATR above SMA
+2x ATR to +3x ATR above SMA
+3x ATR to +4x ATR above SMA
The green shades become progressively lighter as they move further from the SMA, with the zone closest to the SMA being the darkest green.
Hold Zones (Yellow Shades):
+4x ATR to +5x ATR above SMA (Darker Yellow)
+5x ATR to +6x ATR above SMA (Lighter Yellow)
Sell Zones (Red Shades):
+6x ATR to +7x ATR above SMA
+7x ATR to +8x ATR above SMA
+8x ATR to +9x ATR above SMA
+9x ATR to +10x ATR above SMA
+10x ATR to +11x ATR above SMA
The red shades become progressively darker as they move further from the +6x ATR level, with the +10x to +11x ATR zone being the darkest red.
Stop Loss Zones (Red Shades):
-1x ATR below SMA (Lighter Red)
-1x ATR to -2x ATR below SMA (Darker Red)
How to Use:
Potential Entry Areas: The green "Entry Zones" might indicate areas where the price has pulled back towards the SMA but is still showing strength, or areas where a breakout above the SMA is gaining momentum relative to volatility.
Potential Overbought/Hold Areas: The yellow "Hold Zones" could suggest that the price is becoming extended from its mean, warranting caution or a "hold" approach for existing positions.
Potential Profit-Taking/Sell Areas: The red "Sell Zones" might highlight significantly overbought conditions where the price has moved multiple ATRs above the SMA, potentially signaling areas for profit-taking or considering short entries.
Potential Stop-Loss Areas: The red "Stop Loss Zones" below the SMA can help define areas where a breakdown below the moving average, considering volatility, might invalidate a bullish bias.
Customization:
SMA Length: Adjust the period for the Simple Moving Average (Default: 50).
ATR Length: Adjust the period for the Average True Range calculation (Default: 10).
Show Current Zone Label: Toggle the visibility of the on-screen label that displays the current price's ATR zone.
SMA Line Width: Customize the thickness of the SMA line.
Label Position & Size: Control the placement and text size of the current zone label for optimal chart readability.
Disclaimer:
This indicator is a tool for technical analysis and should not be considered as financial advice. Always use risk management and combine with other analysis methods before making trading decisions.
Navier-Cauchy Market Elasticity [PhenLabs]📊 Navier-Cauchy Market Elasticity
Version: PineScript™ v6
📌 Description
The Navier-Cauchy Market Elasticity (NCME) indicator takes a new step into technical analysis by applying materials science principles to financial markets. Similar to last weeks release utilizing Navier-Stokes dynamics equation this indicator focuses on the elastic interaction of virtual “solids”. Based on elasticity theory used in engineering, NCME treats price movements as material deformations, calculating market stress and strain using proven physics formulas. This unique approach reveals hidden market dynamics invisible to traditional indicators.
By implementing Lamé parameters and Young’s modulus calculations, NCME identifies critical stress points where markets exhibit extreme tension or compression. These zones often precede significant price movements, providing traders with advanced warning of potential reversals or breakouts.
🚀 Points of Innovation
• First indicator to apply Navier-Cauchy elasticity equations to market analysis
• Dynamic stress tensor calculations adapted for one-dimensional price movements
• Real-time Poisson ratio adjustments for market-specific elasticity modeling
• Gradient-based coloring system that visualizes stress intensity variations
• Advanced display modes with customizable visual layers for professional analysis
• Physics-based volatility normalization using Young’s modulus principles
🔧 Core Components
• Elasticity Engine: Calculates market elasticity using volatility-adjusted Young’s modulus
• Stress Tensor System: Computes normal stress values using Lamé parameters (λ and μ)
• Strain Measurement: Tracks price displacement relative to historical movement patterns
• Dynamic Bands: Statistical deviation bands that adapt to market elasticity changes
🔥 Key Features
• Four Display Modes: Choose between Histogram, Line, Both, or Advanced visualization
• Five Color Schemes: Modern, Classic, Neon, Ocean, and Fire themes with gradient support
• Background Stress Zones: Five distinct zones showing market stress levels visually
• Customizable Smoothing: Adjustable period for noise reduction without signal lag
• Extreme Value Detection: Automatic marking of critical stress points with visual alerts
• Advanced Mode Options: Glow effects, momentum ribbon, and extreme dots toggles
🎨 Visualization
• Stress Line: Primary indicator showing real-time market stress with gradient coloring
• Histogram Bars: Normalized stress values with dynamic opacity based on magnitude
• Reference Bands: Primary and secondary deviation bands for context
• Background Zones: Color-coded regions indicating stress intensity levels
• Signal Dots: Markers appearing at extreme stress points for easy identification
📖 Usage Guidelines
Display Settings
• Display Style
○ Default: Advanced
○ Options: Histogram, Line, Both, Advanced
○ Description: Controls visual presentation mode. Advanced offers the most comprehensive view with multiple layers
• Smoothing Period
○ Default: 3
○ Range: 1-50
○ Description: Moving average periods for noise reduction. Higher values create smoother signals but may introduce lag
Elasticity Parameters
• Displacement Length
○ Default: 14
○ Range: 1-100
○ Description: Lookback period for strain calculation. Shorter periods detect rapid stress changes
• Elasticity Length
○ Default: 30
○ Range: 1-200
○ Description: Period for volatility-based elasticity calculation. Longer periods provide more stable readings
• Poisson Ratio
○ Default: 0.3
○ Range: 0-0.5
○ Description: Theoretical elasticity ratio. 0.3 works well for most markets; adjust for specific asset classes
✅ Best Use Cases
• Identifying market tension before major breakouts
• Detecting compression zones during accumulation phases
• Confirming trend strength through stress persistence
• Timing reversals at extreme stress levels
• Multi-timeframe stress analysis for comprehensive market view
⚠️ Limitations
• Requires sufficient price history for accurate elasticity calculations
• May produce false signals during unprecedented market events
• Works best in liquid markets with consistent volume
• Not suitable as a standalone trading system
💡 What Makes This Unique
• Physics-Based Foundation: First indicator to properly implement elasticity theory
• Academic Rigor: Based on proven Navier-Cauchy equations from materials science
• Visual Innovation: Multiple display modes with professional-grade aesthetics
• Adaptive Technology: Self-adjusting parameters based on market conditions
🔬 How It Works
1. Strain Calculation:
• Measures price displacement over specified period
• Normalizes displacement relative to price level
2. Elasticity Determination:
• Calculates Young’s modulus using inverse volatility
• Updates Lamé parameters based on Poisson ratio
3. Stress Computation:
• Applies elasticity theory formula: σ = (λ + 2μ) × ε
• Scales result for visual clarity
• Applies smoothing to reduce noise
💡 Note: NCME represents a breakthrough in applying physics principles to market analysis. While based on proven scientific formulas, remember that markets are complex systems influenced by human psychology and external factors. Use NCME as part of a comprehensive trading strategy with proper risk management.
Institutional Volume Footprint ProOVERVIEW
The Institutional Volume Footprint Pro is a comprehensive volume analysis indicator designed to identify institutional trading activity and significant volume patterns. Based on the proven Pocket Pivot Volume methodology by Chris Kacher and Gil Morales, this indicator has been enhanced with multiple additional volume analysis techniques to provide traders with a complete picture of smart money movements.
KEY FEATURES
1. Pocket Pivot Volume (PPV) Detection
- Identifies bullish volume patterns where current volume exceeds the highest down-day volume of the past 10 days
- Blue volume bars with "PPV" labels mark potential institutional accumulation
- Customizable lookback period (5-20 days)
2. Pivot Negative Volume (PNV) Detection
- Spots bearish volume patterns where selling volume exceeds recent up-day volumes
- Orange bars with "PNV" labels indicate potential institutional distribution
- Early warning system for trend reversals
3. Advanced Institutional Patterns
- Accumulation Detection (Aqua): High volume with narrow price range - classic stealth accumulation
- Churning/Distribution (Yellow): Heavy volume with minimal price progress - potential topping pattern
- Volume Dry-up (Purple): Extremely low volume periods that often precede significant moves
- Volume Climax (Fuchsia): Extreme volume spikes signaling potential exhaustion
4. Real-time Analytics Dashboard
- Relative Volume: Current volume compared to 10-day average
- Volume vs MA: Multiple of current volume to selected moving average
- Price Range Analysis: Narrow/Normal/Wide range classification
5. Accumulation/Distribution Trend
- Background coloring shows overall money flow direction
- Green tint: Net accumulation phase
- Red tint: Net distribution phase
HOW TO USE
Entry Signals:
- PPV (Blue): Consider long positions when price breaks above resistance with PPV confirmation
- Accumulation (Aqua): Watch for breakouts following multiple accumulation days
- Volume Dry-up (Purple): Prepare for potential explosive moves
Exit/Warning Signals:
- PNV (Orange): Consider taking profits or tightening stops
- Churning (Yellow): Distribution may be occurring despite stable prices
- Volume Climax (Fuchsia): Potential reversal point - extreme caution advised
CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS
Analysis Parameters:
- PPV Lookback Period (5-20 days)
- Volume MA Length & Type (SMA/EMA/WMA)
- Relative Volume Threshold
- Climax Volume Multiplier
Visual Controls:
- Toggle Info Table display
- Enable/disable individual label types (PPV, PNV, ACC)
- Show/hide volume moving averages
- Control A/D trend background
- Customize threshold lines
BUILT-IN ALERTS
- Pocket Pivot Volume detected
- Pivot Negative Volume detected
- Institutional Accumulation pattern
- Volume Climax warning
- Volume Dry-up alert
PRO TIPS
1. Combine with Price Action: Volume confirms price - look for PPV at breakouts and PNV at breakdowns
2. Multiple Timeframes: Check daily and weekly charts for confluence
3. Relative Volume Matters: Patterns are stronger when relative volume > 1.5x
4. Watch for Divergences: Price up with decreasing volume = weakness
COLOR LEGEND
- Blue: Pocket Pivot Volume (Bullish)
- Orange: Pivot Negative Volume (Bearish)
- Aqua: Institutional Accumulation
- Yellow: Churning/Distribution
- Purple: Volume Dry-up
- Fuchsia: Volume Climax
- Green: Above-average up volume
- Red: Above-average down volume
- Gray: Below-average volume
EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
This indicator implements concepts from:
- "Trade Like an O'Neil Disciple" by Gil Morales & Chris Kacher
- William O'Neil's volume analysis principles
- Richard Wyckoff's accumulation/distribution methodology
Happy Trading! May the volume be with you!
Lyapunov Market Instability (LMI)Lyapunov Market Instability (LMI)
What is Lyapunov Market Instability?
Lyapunov Market Instability (LMI) is a revolutionary indicator that brings chaos theory from theoretical physics into practical trading. By calculating Lyapunov exponents—a measure of how rapidly nearby trajectories diverge in phase space—LMI quantifies market sensitivity to initial conditions. This isn't another oscillator or trend indicator; it's a mathematical lens that reveals whether markets are in chaotic (trending) or stable (ranging) regimes.
Inspired by the meditative color field paintings of Mark Rothko, this indicator transforms complex chaos mathematics into an intuitive visual experience. The elegant simplicity of the visualization belies the sophisticated theory underneath—just as Rothko's seemingly simple color blocks contain profound depth.
Theoretical Foundation (Chaos Theory & Lyapunov Exponents)
In dynamical systems, the Lyapunov exponent (λ) measures the rate of separation of infinitesimally close trajectories:
λ > 0: System is chaotic—small changes lead to dramatically different outcomes (butterfly effect)
λ < 0: System is stable—trajectories converge, perturbations die out
λ ≈ 0: Edge of chaos—transition between regimes
Phase Space Reconstruction
Using Takens' embedding theorem , we reconstruct market dynamics in higher dimensions:
Time-delay embedding: Create vectors from price at different lags
Nearest neighbor search: Find historically similar market states
Trajectory evolution: Track how these similar states diverged over time
Divergence rate: Calculate average exponential separation
Market Application
Chaotic markets (λ > threshold): Strong trends emerge, momentum dominates, use breakout strategies
Stable markets (λ < threshold): Mean reversion dominates, fade extremes, range-bound strategies work
Transition zones: Market regime about to change, reduce position size, wait for confirmation
How LMI Works
1. Phase Space Construction
Each point in time is embedded as a vector using historical prices at specific delays (τ). This reveals the market's hidden attractor structure.
2. Lyapunov Calculation
For each current state, we:
- Find similar historical states within epsilon (ε) distance
- Track how these initially similar states evolved
- Measure exponential divergence rate
- Average across multiple trajectories for robustness
3. Signal Generation
Chaos signals: When λ crosses above threshold, market enters trending regime
Stability signals: When λ crosses below threshold, market enters ranging regime
Divergence detection: Price/Lyapunov divergences signal potential reversals
4. Rothko Visualization
Color fields: Background zones represent market states with Rothko-inspired palettes
Glowing line: Lyapunov exponent with intensity reflecting market state
Minimalist design: Focus on essential information without clutter
Inputs:
📐 Lyapunov Parameters
Embedding Dimension (default: 3)
Dimensions for phase space reconstruction
2-3: Simple dynamics (crypto/forex) - captures basic momentum patterns
4-5: Complex dynamics (stocks/indices) - captures intricate market structures
Higher dimensions need exponentially more data but reveal deeper patterns
Time Delay τ (default: 1)
Lag between phase space coordinates
1: High-frequency (1m-15m charts) - captures rapid market shifts
2-3: Medium frequency (1H-4H) - balances noise and signal
4-5: Low frequency (Daily+) - focuses on major regime changes
Match to your timeframe's natural cycle
Initial Separation ε (default: 0.001)
Neighborhood size for finding similar states
0.0001-0.0005: Highly liquid markets (major forex pairs)
0.0005-0.002: Normal markets (large-cap stocks)
0.002-0.01: Volatile markets (crypto, small-caps)
Smaller = more sensitive to chaos onset
Evolution Steps (default: 10)
How far to track trajectory divergence
5-10: Fast signals for scalping - quick regime detection
10-20: Balanced for day trading - reliable signals
20-30: Slow signals for swing trading - major regime shifts only
Nearest Neighbors (default: 5)
Phase space points for averaging
3-4: Noisy/fast markets - adapts quickly
5-6: Balanced (recommended) - smooth yet responsive
7-10: Smooth/slow markets - very stable signals
📊 Signal Parameters
Chaos Threshold (default: 0.05)
Lyapunov value above which market is chaotic
0.01-0.03: Sensitive - more chaos signals, earlier detection
0.05: Balanced - optimal for most markets
0.1-0.2: Conservative - only strong trends trigger
Stability Threshold (default: -0.05)
Lyapunov value below which market is stable
-0.01 to -0.03: Sensitive - quick stability detection
-0.05: Balanced - reliable ranging signals
-0.1 to -0.2: Conservative - only deep stability
Signal Smoothing (default: 3)
EMA period for noise reduction
1-2: Raw signals for experienced traders
3-5: Balanced - recommended for most
6-10: Very smooth for position traders
🎨 Rothko Visualization
Rothko Classic: Deep reds for chaos, midnight blues for stability
Orange/Red: Warm sunset tones throughout
Blue/Black: Cool, meditative ocean depths
Purple/Grey: Subtle, sophisticated palette
Visual Options:
Market Zones : Background fields showing regime areas
Transitions: Arrows marking regime changes
Divergences: Labels for price/Lyapunov divergences
Dashboard: Real-time state and trading signals
Guide: Educational panel explaining the theory
Visual Logic & Interpretation
Main Elements
Lyapunov Line: The heart of the indicator
Above chaos threshold: Market is trending, follow momentum
Below stability threshold: Market is ranging, fade extremes
Between thresholds: Transition zone, reduce risk
Background Zones: Rothko-inspired color fields
Red zone: Chaotic regime (trending)
Gray zone: Transition (uncertain)
Blue zone: Stable regime (ranging)
Transition Markers:
Up triangle: Entering chaos - start trend following
Down triangle: Entering stability - start mean reversion
Divergence Signals:
Bullish: Price makes low but Lyapunov rising (stability breaking down)
Bearish: Price makes high but Lyapunov falling (chaos dissipating)
Dashboard Information
Market State: Current regime (Chaotic/Stable/Transitioning)
Trading Bias: Specific strategy recommendation
Lyapunov λ: Raw value for precision
Signal Strength: Confidence in current regime
Last Change: Bars since last regime shift
Action: Clear trading directive
Trading Strategies
In Chaotic Regime (λ > threshold)
Follow trends aggressively: Breakouts have high success rate
Use momentum strategies: Moving average crossovers work well
Wider stops: Expect larger swings
Pyramid into winners: Trends tend to persist
In Stable Regime (λ < threshold)
Fade extremes: Mean reversion dominates
Use oscillators: RSI, Stochastic work well
Tighter stops: Smaller expected moves
Scale out at targets: Trends don't persist
In Transition Zone
Reduce position size: Uncertainty is high
Wait for confirmation: Let regime establish
Use options: Volatility strategies may work
Monitor closely: Quick changes possible
Advanced Techniques
- Multi-Timeframe Analysis
- Higher timeframe LMI for regime context
- Lower timeframe for entry timing
- Alignment = highest probability trades
- Divergence Trading
- Most powerful at regime boundaries
- Combine with support/resistance
- Use for early reversal detection
- Volatility Correlation
- Chaos often precedes volatility expansion
- Stability often precedes volatility contraction
- Use for options strategies
Originality & Innovation
LMI represents a genuine breakthrough in applying chaos theory to markets:
True Lyapunov Calculation: Not a simplified proxy but actual phase space reconstruction and divergence measurement
Rothko Aesthetic: Transforms complex math into meditative visual experience
Regime Detection: Identifies market state changes before price makes them obvious
Practical Application: Clear, actionable signals from theoretical physics
This is not a combination of existing indicators or a visual makeover of standard tools. It's a fundamental rethinking of how we measure and visualize market dynamics.
Best Practices
Start with defaults: Parameters are optimized for broad market conditions
Match to your timeframe: Adjust tau and evolution steps
Confirm with price action: LMI shows regime, not direction
Use appropriate strategies: Chaos = trend, Stability = reversion
Respect transitions: Reduce risk during regime changes
Alerts Available
Chaos Entry: Market entering chaotic regime - prepare for trends
Stability Entry: Market entering stable regime - prepare for ranges
Bullish Divergence: Potential bottom forming
Bearish Divergence: Potential top forming
Chart Information
Script Name: Lyapunov Market Instability (LMI) Recommended Use: All markets, all timeframes Best Performance: Liquid markets with clear regimes
Academic References
Takens, F. (1981). "Detecting strange attractors in turbulence"
Wolf, A. et al. (1985). "Determining Lyapunov exponents from a time series"
Rosenstein, M. et al. (1993). "A practical method for calculating largest Lyapunov exponents"
Note: After completing this indicator, I discovered @loxx's 2022 "Lyapunov Hodrick-Prescott Oscillator w/ DSL". While both explore Lyapunov exponents, they represent independent implementations with different methodologies and applications. This indicator uses phase space reconstruction for regime detection, while his combines Lyapunov concepts with HP filtering.
Disclaimer
This indicator is for research and educational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice or provide direct buy/sell signals. Chaos theory reveals market character, not future prices. Always use proper risk management and combine with your own analysis. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
See markets through the lens of chaos. Trade the regime, not the noise.
Bringing theoretical physics to practical trading through the meditative aesthetics of Mark Rothko
Trade with insight. Trade with anticipation.
— Dskyz , for DAFE Trading Systems
Tight Range Display with Background🌟 Tight Range Transparency Display with Background
What Is This Indicator?
Hey traders! Ever wanted a simple way to spot those quiet, low-volatility moments in the market that often signal a big move is coming? The Tight Range Transparency Display with Background does exactly that! This indicator highlights periods where the price is moving in a tight range—think of it as the calm before the storm. It paints the chart background blue to show these zones, with the shade getting darker the tighter the range becomes. It’s like having a visual cue to say, “Hey, something might be brewing here!”
Why You’ll Love It
Spot Key Moments Easily: The blue background makes it super easy to see when the market is in a tight range, which often happens before breakouts or big trends.
Customizable Settings: You can tweak the range thresholds to match your trading style—whether you’re looking for super tight zones or slightly broader ones.
Visual Clarity: The background gets darker when the range is tighter, giving you a quick sense of how compressed the price action is.
Perfect for Any Market: Works on stocks, forex, crypto, or any chart you trade, across any timeframe.
How to Use It
Add It to Your Chart:
Just copy this script into TradingView’s Pine Editor and hit "Add to Chart." It’ll overlay right on your price chart.
Tweak the Settings:
Open the indicator settings and use the dropdown menus to pick your preferred "Tight Range %" and "Wide Range %." For example, set a Tight Range % of 2.0% to catch smaller ranges, or go higher like 10.0% for broader ones.
You can also adjust the ATR Period (default is 5) to make the indicator more or less sensitive to recent price swings.
Watch for the Blue Background:
When the price enters a tight range, the chart background turns blue. The darker the blue, the tighter the range—meaning a potential breakout could be closer!
Trade Smarter:
Use these tight range zones to prepare for potential breakouts. For example, if you see a dark blue background, it might be a good time to watch for a big price move.
Pair this with other tools like support/resistance levels or volume spikes to confirm your trades.
Who Is This For?
Swing Traders: Perfect for spotting consolidation zones before a big swing.
Breakout Traders: Tight ranges often lead to breakouts—use this to time your entries.
Smart Money Followers: If you’re into smart money concepts, tight ranges can signal accumulation or distribution phases.
Beginners & Pros Alike: It’s easy to use for new traders but powerful enough for seasoned pros.
Real-World Example
Imagine you’re trading a stock on a 1-hour chart. You notice the background turns blue, and it’s getting darker over a few bars. This tells you the price range is tightening—maybe the stock is consolidating after a big move. You check your other indicators, see a volume spike, and spot a breakout above resistance. Boom! You catch the next big trend, all because this indicator helped you focus on the right moment.
Tips for Best Results
Try Different Timeframes: Tight ranges on a 15-minute chart might signal short-term moves, while a daily chart could highlight bigger trends.
Adjust for Your Market: For volatile markets like crypto, you might want a higher Tight Range % (e.g., 10.0%). For calmer markets like forex, try a lower setting (e.g., 2.0%).
Combine with Other Tools: Use this alongside trendlines, moving averages, or volume indicators to confirm your setups.
Why I Made This
I created this indicator because I wanted a simple, visual way to spot those critical low-volatility zones without cluttering my chart. The dynamic background color makes it intuitive to see when the market is “coiling up” for a potential move. I hope it helps you find better trading opportunities just like it does for me!
Let’s Connect
If you find this indicator helpful, I’d love to hear about it! Drop a comment or a rating to let me know how it’s working for you. Got ideas to make it even better? Feel free to message me on TradingView—I’m always open to suggestions.
Published On
Date: May 22, 2025
Happy trading, and may your charts always be in your favor! 🚀
How to Publish on TradingView
Open Pine Editor:
On TradingView, open a chart and go to the Pine Editor tab at the bottom.
Paste the Code:
Copy the script you provided and paste it into the Pine Editor.
Compile:
Click "Add to Chart" to ensure it compiles without errors.
Publish:
Click the "Publish Script" button (paper plane icon) in the Pine Editor.
Select "Publish New Script."
Add the Description:
Title: "Tight Range Transparency Display with Background"
Description: Copy the content above into the description field.
Visibility: Choose "Public" to share with everyone (or "Invite-Only" for restricted access).
Tags: Add tags like "tight range", "breakout", "smart money", "volatility", "swing trading".
Screenshot: Add a screenshot of the indicator on a chart, showing the blue background during a tight range.
Submit:
Click "Publish" to submit. TradingView will review it and make it live if it meets their guidelines.
Additional Notes
Screenshot Tip: Use a chart where the blue background is clearly visible (e.g., during a consolidation period) to make the indicator’s effect stand out.
Engage with Users: After publishing, respond to comments and feedback to build a positive reputation on TradingView.
This content is designed to be approachable and engaging, helping traders understand the value of your indicator and encouraging them to try it out.
Long Wick Detector [LuxAlgo]The Long Wick Detector tool allows traders to identify candle wicks longer than a user-defined volatility threshold. This makes it useful for spotting zones with high supply or demand.
The tool displays mitigated and unmitigated levels and changes the color of the candles based on wick size and level breakouts.
🔶 USAGE
By default, the tool displays long mitigated and unmitigated candle wicks, with a maximum duration for an unmitigated long wick of 1,000 bars. What does all this mean?
🔹 Wick Threshold
Traders can adjust the volatility threshold to identify long wicks, with a higher threshold detecting more significant wicks.
As we can see in the image above, the tool detects more wicks with a smaller threshold compared to a higher one.
🔹 Level %
Traders can choose the percentage of the wick at which the level is located. By default, the level is displayed at the extremes of the wick. This parameter accepts values between 0 and 100.
100: extreme of the wick
50: middle of the wick
0: start of the wick
🔹 Max Duration
This parameter allows traders to specify the number of bars for the levels. The tool will only display mitigated or unmitigated levels up to the specified number of bars.
As shown in the above image, a longer duration allows more room for mitigation, displaying more levels.
🔹 Colored Candles
The tool allows for color customization using two parameters from the settings panel. The chart shows the different outputs.
The setting "Wick-Based Transparency" makes candles with smaller wicks less visible and candles with longer wicks more visible.
On the other hand, "Breakout-Based Color" changes the base color of the candles based on the mitigation of long wicks. When the price breaks above a detected top wick, the bullish color is used. When the price breaks below a detected bottom wick, the bearish color is used.
🔶 SETTINGS
Wick Threshold: The volatility threshold for wick detection. Use a smaller value to detect smaller wicks.
Level %: Placement of the plotted level relative to the wick.
Max Duration: The maximum duration in bars of mitigated wicks.
Mitigated Wicks: Enable or disable mitigated wicks.
🔹 Style
Wick Based Transparency: Make candles with smaller wicks more transparent and candles with longer wicks more solid.
Breakout Based Color: Change the base color based on wick mitigation.
Bullish & Bearish Colors
RTH Session Highs & LowsA Pine Script indicator designed to track and plot the Regular Trading Hours (RTH) session highs and lows on a chart, typically for U.S. equity markets (e.g., S&P 500, Nasdaq, etc.), which operate from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM Eastern Time.
Session High & Low Lines:
During the RTH session, the indicator draws green and red horizontal lines that represent the highest and lowest price seen so far within that trading session.
These levels help traders identify intraday support (low) and resistance (high) levels.
New High/Low Markers:
Small triangle markers are placed:
Above the bar when a new intraday high is made (green triangle).
Below the bar when a new intraday low is made (red triangle).
This visually flags when momentum may be building or reversing.
Intraday Strategy Support:
Use the session high/low as dynamic support/resistance for scalping or breakout strategies.
For example:
Breakouts above session highs may indicate bullish strength.
Breakdowns below session lows may suggest bearish momentum.
Mean Reversion Tactics:
Prices approaching these lines and then rejecting can be used for mean reversion setups.
Combine with volume or candlestick patterns for confirmation.
Risk Management:
Set stops or targets relative to session highs/lows.
For instance, use session high as a stop-loss level in a short position.
Volatility Gauge:
Tracking how frequently new highs/lows are formed can help assess intraday volatility or range expansion.
Complement with Indicators:
Combine this with our "McGinley Dynamic Channel with Directional Shading" indicator or our "EMA Crossover with Shading" indicator to add context to breakouts or rejections.
Support and Resistance Power Channel [ChartPrime]The Support and Resistance Power Channel indicator helps traders visualize key support and resistance zones, along with buy and sell power within those zones. By identifying the highest and lowest prices within a defined range, this indicator provides insight into potential price reversals and market strength. It calculates the strength of buy and sell pressure within the zones and includes additional features like midline values and delayed signals to reduce false breakouts.
⯁ KEY FEATURES AND HOW TO USE
⯌ Support and Resistance Zones :
This indicator identifies dynamic support (lower zone) and resistance (upper zone) levels, allowing traders to easily visualize key price levels. These zones are customizable with settings for the length of the channel and how far the zones extend into the future. The zones can be used to predict areas of potential price reversal or consolidation.
⯌ Buy and Sell Power :
Within the upper resistance zone, the indicator calculates Sell Power based on the number of bearish candles, while the lower support zone calculates Buy Power based on bullish candles. This feature helps traders understand the strength of buying or selling activity within each zone.
Example of buy and sell power tracking:
⯌ Highest, Lowest, and Mid Price Levels :
The indicator marks the highest and lowest price levels within the channel with an "X," and displays these values at the end of the channel. Additionally, the midline (average of the high and low) is plotted with a dotted line, showing a key area that the price often retests during trends.
⯌ Delayed Signal Markers :
To prevent false breakouts, the indicator includes a 2-bar delay for signals. These signals are plotted when the price crosses above or below the resistance or support zones, confirming potential reversals or breakouts. Arrows or diamonds are used to mark these signals on the chart.
Example of delayed breakout signals on the chart:
⯌ Extend Zones into the Future :
In the settings, traders can extend the support and resistance zones further into the future, allowing for ongoing analysis even after the initial levels have been identified. This feature can help with forward-looking trade planning.
⯁ USER INPUTS
Length : Defines the number of bars used to calculate the support and resistance zones.
Extend : Sets how far the support and resistance zones should be extended into the future.
Top and Bottom Colors : Allows customization of the colors for the support and resistance zones.
⯁ CONCLUSION
The Support and Resistance Power Channel indicator provides a powerful and visually intuitive way to track key market levels, buy and sell pressure, and potential reversals. With its real-time zone plotting and the calculation of power within each zone, it offers traders essential insights for making more informed trading decisions.
Anti-Fade GuardThis indicator helps you avoid the costly mistake of fading strong trends by identifying when the market is in a high-conviction directional move — and when it’s not.
Inspired by real trading behaviors and momentum confirmation principles, Anti-Fade Guard provides a clear, visual decision tool for intraday and scalping traders.
✅ How It Works
It uses a multi-factor scoring model that analyzes:
• 📈 EMA Trend Bias — Direction of price vs EMA and EMA slope
• 🔁 2-Bar Trend Structure — Detects consistent higher highs/lows
• 🚨 Breakout Confirmation — Confirms clean moves through previous bar extremes
• 🔊 Volume Strength — Detects conviction based on volume above 20-bar average
• 📏 Body-to-Range Strength — Filters out candles with indecision (e.g. dojis)
Each signal contributes to a bullish or bearish score, and a trend is only considered valid when 2 or more signals agree.
🟩🟥 Visual Output
A real-time summary box in the bottom-right corner shows:
• Trend Status: 📈 Bullish / 📉 Bearish / 🟩 Neutral
• Signal Breakdown: EMA, Price Structure, Breakout, Volume, Candle Strength
• A Heatmap-style Trend Score: color-coded for conviction
This makes it easy to filter setups, stay on the right side of the market, and avoid fighting the trend.
Smart Money Signal Engine (Smart Liquidity Zone - Anchored)🧭 Smart Liquidity Zone Indicator – Simple Guide
✅ What This Does
This tool helps you spot:
1. Smart Money Buy Zones (green box)
2. Fake Breakouts (trap alerts)
3. Real Breakouts (momentum alerts)
⸻
1. 🟩 Liquidity Zone (Green Box)
What it means:
Where big players (smart money) are likely interested in buying.
What you do:
• If price enters the box and holds → consider buying
• If price drops through fast → wait or look for short setups
⸻
2. 🔴 Trap Alert (Smart Money Trap)
What it means:
Price goes up fast with volume…
But no real buying power underneath = likely fakeout
On chart:
You’ll see a red label that says “Trap”
What you do:
• ❌ Don’t chase the pump
• ✅ Wait for reversal or short entry
⸻
3. 🟢 Breakout Alert
What it means:
Price breaks above a key level with strong volume
Smart money is likely behind the move
On chart:
You’ll see a green label that says “Breakout”
What you do:
• ✅ You can enter a momentum trade
• ✅ Place stop below previous structure
⸻
🔔 How to Turn on Alerts
Go to:
• TradingView > Alerts > Condition
• Choose:
• Smart Money Trap Alert
• Breakout Confirmed Alert
This way, TradingView notifies you instantly when:
• A fakeout is happening
• A real breakout begins
(OFPI) Order Flow Polarity Index - Momentum Gauge (DAFE) (OFPI) Order Flow Polarity Index - Momentum Gauge: Decode Market Aggression
The (OFPI) Gauge Bar is your front-row seat to the battle between buyers and sellers. This isn’t just another indicator—it’s a momentum tracker that reveals market aggression through a sleek, centered gauge bar and a smart dashboard. Built for traders who want clarity without clutter, it’s your edge for spotting who’s driving price, bar by bar.
What Makes It Unique?
Order Flow Pressure Index (OFPI): Splits volume into buy vs. sell pressure based on candle body position. It’s not just volume—it’s intent, showing who’s got the upper hand.
T3 Smoothing Magic: Uses a Tilson T3 moving average to keep signals smooth yet responsive. No laggy SMA nonsense here.
Centered Gauge Bar: A 20-segment bar splits bullish (lime) and bearish (red) momentum around a neutral center. Empty segments scream indecision—it’s like a visual heartbeat of the market.
Momentum Shift Alerts: Catches reversals with “Momentum Shift” flags when the OFPI crests, so you’re not caught off guard.
Clean Dashboard: A compact, bottom-left table shows momentum status, the gauge bar, and the OFPI value. Color-coded, transparent, and no chart clutter.
Inputs & Customization
Lookback Length (default 10): Set the window for pressure calculations. Short for scalps, long for trends.
T3 Smoothing Length (default 5): Tune the smoothness. Tight for fast markets, relaxed for chill ones.
T3 Volume Factor (default 0.7): Crank it up for snappy signals or down for silky trends.
Toggle the dashboard for minimalist setups or mobile trading.
How to Use It
Bullish Momentum (Lime, Right-Filled): Buyers are flexing. Look for breakouts or trend continuations. Pair with support levels.
Bearish Momentum (Red, Left-Filled): Sellers are in charge. Scout for breakdowns or shorts. Check resistance zones.
Neutral (Orange, Near Center): Market’s chilling. Avoid big bets—wait for a breakout or play the range.
Momentum Shift: A reversal might be brewing. Confirm with price action before jumping in.
Not a Solo Act: Combine with your strategy—trendlines, RSI, whatever. It’s a momentum lens, not a buy/sell bot.
Why Use the OFPI Gauge?
See the Fight: Most tools just count volume. OFPI shows who’s winning with a visual that slaps.
Works Anywhere: Crypto, stocks, forex, any timeframe. Tune it to your style.
Clean & Pro: No chart spam, just a sharp gauge and a dashboard that delivers.
Unique Edge: No other indicator blends body-based pressure, T3 smoothing, and a centered gauge like this.
The OFPI Gauge catches the market’s pulse so you can trade with confidence. It’s not about predicting the future—it’s about knowing who’s in control right now.
For educational purposes only. Not financial advice. Always use proper risk management.
Use with discipline. Trade your edge.
— Dskyz , for DAFE Trading Systems
Minervini Trend Template (EMA)📄 Description:
This script is inspired by Mark Minervini’s SEPA (Specific Entry Point Analysis) strategy and adapts his famous Trend Template using Exponential Moving Averages (EMAs). It helps traders visually identify technically strong stocks that are in ideal buy conditions based on Minervini's rules.
📈 Strategy Logic:
This script scans for momentum breakouts by filtering stocks with the following characteristics:
✅ Buy Criteria (All Conditions Must Be Met):
Price above 50-day EMA
Price above 150-day EMA
Price above 200-day EMA
50-day EMA above 150-day EMA
150-day EMA above 200-day EMA
200-day EMA trending upward (greater than it was 20 days ago)
Price within 25% of its 52-week high
Price at least 30% above its 52-week low
If all 8 conditions are satisfied, the script triggers a SEPA Setup Signal. This is visually indicated by:
✅ A green background on the chart
✅ A label saying “SEPA Setup” under the bar
🛒 When to Buy:
Wait for the stock to break out above a recent base or consolidation pattern (like a cup-with-handle or flat base) on strong volume.
The ideal entry is within 5% of the breakout point.
Confirm that the SEPA conditions are met on the breakout day.
📉 When to Sell:
Place a stop-loss 5–8% below your entry price.
Exit if the breakout fails and price falls back below the pivot or the 50-day EMA.
Take partial profits after a 20–25% gain, and move your stop-loss up to breakeven or trail it using moving averages like the 21 or 50 EMA.
Exit fully if price closes below the 50-day or 150-day EMA on volume.
🧠 Why EMAs?
EMAs react faster to recent price action than SMAs, helping you catch earlier signals in fast-moving markets. This makes it especially useful for growth and momentum traders following Minervini’s high-performance approach.
📊 How to Use:
Apply the script to any stock chart (daily timeframe recommended).
Look for a green background + SEPA Setup label.
Combine with price/volume analysis, base patterns, and market context to time your entries.
🚨 Optional Alerts:
You can set an alert on the condition minerviniPass == true to notify you when a SEPA-compliant setup appears.
📚 This tool is meant for educational and research purposes. Always validate with your own due diligence and consult your risk plan before making any trades.
Enhanced Volume Trend Indicator with BB SqueezeEnhanced Volume Trend Indicator with BB Squeeze: Comprehensive Explanation
The visualization system allows traders to quickly scan multiple securities to identify high-probability setups without detailed analysis of each chart. The progression from squeeze to breakout, supported by volume trend confirmation, offers a systematic approach to identifying trading opportunities.
The script combines multiple technical analysis approaches into a comprehensive dashboard that helps traders make informed decisions by identifying high-probability setups while filtering out noise through its sophisticated confirmation requirements. It combines multiple technical analysis approaches into an integrated visual system that helps traders identify potential trading opportunities while filtering out false signals.
Core Features
1. Volume Analysis Dashboard
The indicator displays various volume-related metrics in customizable tables:
AVOL (After Hours + Pre-Market Volume): Shows extended hours volume as a percentage of the 21-day average volume with color coding for buying/selling pressure. Green indicates buying pressure and red indicates selling pressure.
Volume Metrics: Includes regular volume (VOL), dollar volume ($VOL), relative volume compared to 21-day average (RVOL), and relative volume compared to 90-day average (RVOL90D).
Pre-Market Data: Optional display of pre-market volume (PVOL), pre-market dollar volume (P$VOL), pre-market relative volume (PRVOL), and pre-market price change percentage (PCHG%).
2. Enhanced Volume Trend (VTR) Analysis
The Volume Trend indicator uses adaptive analysis to evaluate buying and selling pressure, combining multiple factors:
MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence) components
Volume-to-SMA (Simple Moving Average) ratio
Price direction and market conditions
Volume change rates and momentum
EMA (Exponential Moving Average) alignment and crossovers
Volatility filtering
VTR Visual Indicators
The VTR score ranges from 0-100, with values above 50 indicating bullish conditions and below 50 indicating bearish conditions. This is visually represented by colored circles:
"●" (Filled Circle):
Green: Strong bullish trend (VTR ≥ 80)
Red: Strong bearish trend (VTR ≤ 20)
"◯" (Hollow Circle):
Green: Moderate bullish trend (VTR 65-79)
Red: Moderate bearish trend (VTR 21-35)
"·" (Small Dot):
Green: Weak bullish trend (VTR 55-64)
Red: Weak bearish trend (VTR 36-45)
"○" (Medium Hollow Circle): Neutral conditions (VTR 46-54), shown in gray
In "Both" display mode, the VTR shows both the numerical score (0-100) alongside the appropriate circle symbol.
Enhanced VTR Settings
The Enhanced Volume Trend component offers several advanced customization options:
Adaptive Volume Analysis (volTrendAdaptive):
When enabled, dynamically adjusts volume thresholds based on recent market volatility
Higher volatility periods require proportionally higher volume to generate significant signals
Helps prevent false signals during highly volatile markets
Keep enabled for most trading conditions, especially in volatile markets
Speed of Change Weight (volTrendSpeedWeight, range 0-1):
Controls emphasis on volume acceleration/deceleration rather than absolute levels
Higher values (0.7-1.0): More responsive to new volume trends, better for momentum trading
Lower values (0.2-0.5): Less responsive, better for trend following
Helps identify early volume trends before they fully develop
Momentum Period (volTrendMomentumPeriod, range 2-10):
Defines lookback period for volume change rate calculations
Lower values (2-3): More responsive to recent changes, better for short timeframes
Higher values (7-10): Smoother, better for daily/weekly charts
Directly affects how quickly the indicator responds to new volume patterns
Volatility Filter (volTrendVolatilityFilter):
Adjusts significance of volume by factoring in current price volatility
High volume during high volatility receives less weight
High volume during low volatility receives more weight
Helps distinguish between genuine volume-driven moves and volatility-driven moves
EMA Alignment Weight (volTrendEmaWeight, range 0-1):
Controls importance of EMA alignments in final VTR calculation
Analyzes multiple EMA relationships (5, 10, 21 period)
Higher values (0.7-1.0): Greater emphasis on trend structure
Lower values (0.2-0.5): More focus on pure volume patterns
Display Mode (volTrendDisplayMode):
"Value": Shows only numerical score (0-100)
"Strength": Shows only symbolic representation
"Both": Shows numerical score and symbol together
3. Bollinger Band Squeeze Detection (SQZ)
The BB Squeeze indicator identifies periods of low volatility when Bollinger Bands contract inside Keltner Channels, often preceding significant price movements.
SQZ Visual Indicators
"●" (Filled Circle): Strong squeeze - high probability setup for an impending breakout
Green: Strong squeeze with bullish bias (likely upward breakout)
Red: Strong squeeze with bearish bias (likely downward breakout)
Orange: Strong squeeze with unclear direction
"◯" (Hollow Circle): Moderate squeeze - medium probability setup
Green: With bullish EMA alignment
Red: With bearish EMA alignment
Orange: Without clear directional bias
"-" (Dash): Gray dash indicates no squeeze condition (normal volatility)
The script identifies squeeze conditions through multiple methods:
Bollinger Bands contracting inside Keltner Channels
BB width falling to bottom 20% of recent range (BB width percentile)
Very narrow Keltner Channel (less than 5% of basis price)
Tracking squeeze duration in consecutive bars
Different squeeze strengths are detected:
Strong Squeeze: BB inside KC with tight BB width and narrow KC
Moderate Squeeze: BB inside KC with either tight BB width or narrow KC
No Squeeze: Normal market conditions
4. Breakout Detection System
The script includes two breakout indicators working in sequence:
4.1 Pre-Breakout (PBK) Indicator
Detects potential upcoming breakouts by analyzing multiple factors:
Squeeze conditions lasting 2-3 bars or more
Significant price ranges
Strong volume confirmation
EMA/MACD crossovers
Consistent price direction
PBK Visual Indicators
"●" (Filled Circle): Detected pre-breakout condition
Green: Likely upward breakout (bullish)
Red: Likely downward breakout (bearish)
Orange: Direction not yet clear, but breakout likely
"-" (Dash): Gray dash indicates no pre-breakout condition
The PBK uses sophisticated conditions to reduce false signals including minimum squeeze length, significant price movement, and technical confirmations.
4.2 Breakout (BK) Indicator
Confirms actual breakouts in progress by identifying:
End of squeeze or strong expansion of Bollinger Bands
Volume expansion
Price moving outside Bollinger Bands
EMA crossovers with volume confirmation
MACD crossovers with significant price range
BK Visual Indicators
"●" (Filled Circle): Confirmed breakout in progress
Green: Upward breakout (bullish)
Red: Downward breakout (bearish)
Orange: Unusual breakout pattern without clear direction
"◆" (Diamond): Special breakout conditions (meets some but not all criteria)
"-" (Dash): Gray dash indicates no breakout detected
The BK indicator uses advanced filters for confirmation:
Requires consecutive breakout signals to reduce false positives
Strong volume confirmation requirements (40% above average)
Significant price movement thresholds
Consistency checks between price action and indicators
5. Market Metrics and Analysis
Price Change Percentage (CHG%)
Displays the current percentage change relative to the previous day's close, color-coded green for positive changes and red for negative changes.
Average Daily Range (ADR%)
Calculates the average daily percentage range over a specified period (default 20 days), helping traders gauge volatility and set appropriate price targets.
Average True Range (ATR)
Shows the Average True Range value, a volatility indicator developed by J. Welles Wilder that measures market volatility by decomposing the entire range of an asset price for that period.
Relative Strength Index (RSI)
Displays the standard 14-period RSI, a momentum oscillator that measures the speed and change of price movements on a scale from 0 to 100.
6. External Market Indicators
QQQ Change
Shows the percentage change in the Invesco QQQ Trust (tracking the Nasdaq-100 Index), useful for understanding broader tech market trends.
UVIX Change
Displays the percentage change in UVIX, a volatility index, providing insight into market fear and potential hedging activity.
BTC-USD
Shows the current Bitcoin price from Coinbase, useful for traders monitoring crypto correlation with equities.
Market Breadth (BRD)
Calculates the percentage difference between ATHI.US and ATLO.US (high vs. low securities), indicating overall market direction and strength.
7. Session Analysis and Volume Direction
Session Detection
The script accurately identifies different market sessions:
Pre-market: 4:00 AM to 9:30 AM
Regular market: 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM
After-hours: 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM
Closed: Outside trading hours
This detection works on any timeframe through careful calculation of current time in seconds.
Buy/Sell Volume Direction
The script analyzes buying and selling pressure by:
Counting up volume when close > open
Counting down volume when close < open
Tracking accumulated volume within the day
Calculating intraday pressure (up volume minus down volume)
Enhanced AVOL Calculation
The improved AVOL calculation works in all timeframes by:
Estimating typical pre-market and after-hours volume percentages
Combining yesterday's after-hours with today's pre-market volume
Calculating this as a percentage of the 21-day average volume
Determining buying/selling pressure by analyzing after-hours and pre-market price changes
Color-coding results: green for buying pressure, red for selling pressure
This calculation is particularly valuable because it works consistently across any timeframe.
Customization Options
Display Settings
The dashboard has two customizable tables: Volume Table and Metrics Table, with positions selectable as bottom_left or bottom_right.
All metrics can be individually toggled on/off:
Pre-market data (PVOL, P$VOL, PRVOL, PCHG%)
Volume data (AVOL, RVOL Day, RVOL 90D, Volume, SEED_YASHALGO_NSE_BREADTH:VOLUME )
Price metrics (ADR%, ATR, RSI, Price Change%)
Market indicators (QQQ, UVIX, Breadth, BTC-USD)
Analysis indicators (Volume Trend, BB Squeeze, Pre-Breakout, Breakout)
These toggle options allow traders to customize the dashboard to show only the metrics they find most valuable for their trading style.
Table and Text Customization
The dashboard's appearance can be customized:
Table background color via tableBgColor
Text color (White or Black) via textColorOption
The indicator uses smart formatting for volume and price values, automatically adding appropriate suffixes (K, M, B) for readability.
MACD Configuration for VTR
The Volume Trend calculation incorporates MACD with customizable parameters:
Fast Length: Controls the period for the fast EMA (default 3)
Slow Length: Controls the period for the slow EMA (default 9)
Signal Length: Controls the period for the signal line EMA (default 5)
MACD Weight: Controls how much influence MACD has on the volume trend score (default 0.3)
These settings allow traders to fine-tune how momentum is factored into the volume trend analysis.
Bollinger Bands and Keltner Channel Settings
The Bollinger Bands and Keltner Channels used for squeeze detection have preset (hidden) parameters:
BB Length: 20 periods
BB Multiplier: 2.0 standard deviations
Keltner Length: 20 periods
Keltner Multiplier: 1.5 ATR
These settings follow standard practice for squeeze detection while maintaining simplicity in the user interface.
Practical Trading Applications
Complete Trading Strategies
1. Squeeze Breakout Strategy
This strategy combines multiple components of the indicator:
Wait for a strong squeeze (SQZ showing ●)
Look for pre-breakout confirmation (PBK showing ● in green or red)
Enter when breakout is confirmed (BK showing ● in same direction)
Use VTR to confirm volume supports the move (VTR ≥ 65 for bullish or ≤ 35 for bearish)
Set profit targets based on ADR (Average Daily Range)
Exit when VTR begins to weaken or changes direction
2. Volume Divergence Strategy
This strategy focuses on the volume trend relative to price:
Identify when price makes a new high but VTR fails to confirm (divergence)
Look for VTR to show weakening trend (● changing to ◯ or ·)
Prepare for potential reversal when SQZ begins to form
Enter counter-trend position when PBK confirms reversal direction
Use external indicators (QQQ, BTC, Breadth) to confirm broader market support
3. Pre-Market Edge Strategy
This strategy leverages pre-market data:
Monitor AVOL for unusual pre-market activity (significantly above 100%)
Check pre-market price change direction (PCHG%)
Enter position at market open if VTR confirms direction
Use SQZ to determine if volatility is likely to expand
Exit based on RVOL declining or price reaching +/- ADR for the day
Market Context Integration
The indicator provides valuable context for trading decisions:
QQQ change shows tech market direction
BTC price shows crypto market correlation
UVIX change indicates volatility expectations
Breadth measurement shows market internals
This context helps traders avoid fighting the broader market and align trades with overall market direction.
Timeframe Optimization
The indicator is designed to work across different timeframes:
For day trading: Focus on AVOL, VTR, PBK/BK, and use shorter momentum periods
For swing trading: Focus on SQZ duration, VTR strength, and broader market indicators
For position trading: Focus on larger VTR trends and use EMA alignment weight
Advanced Analytical Components
Enhanced Volume Trend Score Calculation
The VTR score calculation is sophisticated, with the base score starting at 50 and adjusting for:
Price direction (up/down)
Volume relative to average (high/normal/low)
Volume acceleration/deceleration
Market conditions (bull/bear)
Additional factors are then applied, including:
MACD influence weighted by strength and direction
Volume change rate influence (speed)
Price/volume divergence effects
EMA alignment scores
Volatility adjustments
Breakout strength factors
Price action confirmations
The final score is clamped between 0-100, with values above 50 indicating bullish conditions and below 50 indicating bearish conditions.
Anti-False Signal Filters
The indicator employs multiple techniques to reduce false signals:
Requiring significant price range (minimum percentage movement)
Demanding strong volume confirmation (significantly above average)
Checking for consistent direction across multiple indicators
Requiring prior bar consistency (consecutive bars moving in same direction)
Counting consecutive signals to filter out noise
These filters help eliminate noise and focus on high-probability setups.
MACD Enhancement and Integration
The indicator enhances standard MACD analysis:
Calculating MACD relative strength compared to recent history
Normalizing MACD slope relative to volatility
Detecting MACD acceleration for stronger signals
Integrating MACD crossovers with other confirmation factors
EMA Analysis System
The indicator uses a comprehensive EMA analysis system:
Calculating multiple EMAs (5, 10, 21 periods)
Detecting golden cross (10 EMA crosses above 21 EMA)
Detecting death cross (10 EMA crosses below 21 EMA)
Assessing price position relative to EMAs
Measuring EMA separation percentage
Recent Enhancements and Evolution
Version 5.2 includes several improvements:
Enhanced AVOL to show buying/selling direction through color coding
Improved VTR with adaptive analysis based on market conditions
AVOL display now works in all timeframes through sophisticated estimation
Removed animal symbols and streamlined code with bright colors for better visibility
Improved anti-false signal filters throughout the system
Optimizing Indicator Settings
For Different Market Types
Range-Bound Markets:
Lower EMA Alignment Weight (0.2-0.4)
Higher Speed of Change Weight (0.8-1.0)
Focus on SQZ and PBK signals for breakout potential
Trending Markets:
Higher EMA Alignment Weight (0.7-1.0)
Moderate Speed of Change Weight (0.4-0.6)
Focus on VTR strength and BK confirmations
Volatile Markets:
Enable Volatility Filter
Enable Adaptive Volume Analysis
Lower Momentum Period (2-3)
Focus on strong volume confirmation (VTR ≥ 80 or ≤ 20)
For Different Asset Classes
Equities:
Standard settings work well
Pay attention to AVOL for gap potential
Monitor QQQ correlation
Futures:
Consider higher Volume/RVOL weight
Reduce MACD weight slightly
Pay close attention to SQZ duration
Crypto:
Higher volatility thresholds may be needed
Monitor BTC price for correlation
Focus on stronger confirmation signals
Integrated Visual System for Trading Decisions
The colored circle indicators create an intuitive visual system for quick market assessment:
Progression Sequence: SQZ (Squeeze) → PBK (Pre-Breakout) → BK (Breakout)
This sequence often occurs in order, with the squeeze leading to pre-breakout conditions, followed by an actual breakout.
VTR (Volume Trend): Provides context about the volume supporting these movements.
Color Coding: Green for bullish conditions, red for bearish conditions, and orange/gray for neutral or undefined conditions.
Order Block Matrix [Alpha Extract]The Order Block Matrix indicator identifies and visualizes key supply and demand zones on your chart, helping traders recognize potential reversal points and high-probability trading setups.
This tool helps traders:
Visualize key order blocks with volume profile histograms showing liquidity distribution.
Identify high-volume price levels where institutional activity occurs.
rank historical order blocks and analyze their strength based on volume.
Receive alerts for potential trading opportunities based on price-block interactions.
🔶 CALCULATION
The indicator processes chart data to identify and analyze order blocks:
Order Block Detection
Inputs:
Price action patterns (consolidation areas followed by breakouts).
Volume data from current and lower timeframes.
User-defined lookback periods and thresholds.
Detection Logic:
Identifies consolidation areas using a dynamic range comparison.
Confirms breakout patterns with percentage threshold validation.
Maps volume distribution across price levels within each order block.
🔶Volume Analysis
Volume Profiling:
Divides each order block into configurable grid segments.
Maps volume distribution across price segments within blocks.
Highlights zones with highest volume concentration.
Strength Assessment:
Calculates total block volume and relative strength metrics.
Compares block volume to historical averages.
Determines probability of reversal based on volume patterns.
isConsolidation(len) =>
high_range = ta.highest(high, len) - ta.lowest(high, len)
low_range = ta.highest(low, len) - ta.lowest(low, len)
avg_range = (high_range + low_range) / 2
current_range = high - low
current_range <= avg_range * (1 + obThreshold)
🔶 DETAILS
Visual Features
Volume Profile Histograms:
Color-coded bars showing volume concentration within order blocks.
Gradient coloring based on relative volume (high volume = brighter colors).
Bull blocks (green/teal) and bear blocks (red) with varying opacity.
Block Visualization:
Dynamic box sizing based on volume concentration.
Optional block borders and background fills.
Volume labels showing total block volume.
Screener Table:
Real-time analysis of order block metrics.
Shows block direction, proximity, retest count, and volume metrics.
Color-coded for quick reference.
Interpretation
High Volume Areas: Zones with institutional interest and potential reversal points.
Block Direction: Bullish blocks typically support price, bearish blocks typically resist price.
Retests: Multiple tests of an order block may strengthen or weaken its influence.
Block Age: Newer blocks often have stronger influence than older ones.
Volume Concentration: Brightest segments within blocks represent the highest volume areas.
🔶 EXAMPLES
The indicator helps identify key trading opportunities:
Bullish Order Blocks
Support Zones: Identify strong support levels where price is likely to bounce.
Breakout Confirmation: Validate breakouts with volume analysis to avoid false moves.
Retest Strategies: Enter trades when price retests a bullish order block with high volume.
Bearish Order Blocks
Resistance Zones: Identify strong resistance levels where price is likely to reverse.
Distribution Areas: Detect zones where smart money is distributing to retail.
Short Opportunities: Find optimal short entry points at high-volume bearish blocks.
Combined Strategies
Order Block Stacking: Multiple aligned blocks create stronger support/resistance zones.
Block Mitigation: When price breaks through a block, it often indicates a strong trend continuation.
Volume Profile Applications: Higher volume segments provide more precise entry and exit points.
🔶 SETTINGS
Customization Options
Order Block Detection:
Consolidation Lookback: Adjust the period for consolidation detection.
Breakout Threshold: Set minimum percentage for breakout confirmation.
Historical Lookback Limit: Control how far back to scan for historical order blocks.
Maximum Order Blocks: Limit the number of visible blocks on the chart.
Visual Style:
Grid Segments: Adjust the number of volume profile segments.
Extend Blocks to Right: Enable/disable extending blocks to current price.
Show Block Borders: Toggle border visibility.
Border Width: Adjust thickness of block borders.
Show Volume Text: Enable/disable volume labels.
Volume Text Position: Control placement of volume labels.
Color Settings:
Bullish High/Low Volume Colors: Customize appearance of bullish blocks.
Bearish High/Low Volume Colors: Customize appearance of bearish blocks.
Border Color: Set color for block outlines.
Background Fill: Adjust color and transparency of block backgrounds.
Volume Text Color: Customize label appearance.
Screener Table:
Show Screener Table: Toggle table visibility.
Table Position: Select positioning on the chart.
Table Size: Adjust display size.
The Order Block Matrix indicator provides traders with powerful insights into market structure, helping to identify key levels where smart money is active and where high-probability trading opportunities may exist.
Bollinger Volatility AnalyzerThe Bollinger Volatility Analyzer (BVA) is a powerful enhancement of the traditional Bollinger Bands indicator, tailored to help traders identify volatility cycles and catch potential breakouts with better precision and timing. It builds upon the foundational concept of Bollinger Bands—using a moving average and standard deviation bands—but adds crucial insights into market contraction and expansion, which can be instrumental in timing entries and exits.
Here's how it works and why it's useful
At its core, the indicator calculates a moving average (called the "basis") and plots two bands—one above and one below—based on a multiple of standard deviation. These bands expand during volatile periods and contract during quiet ones. The width between these bands, normalized as a percentage of the basis, gives us a sense of how compressed or expanded the market currently is. When the band width drops below a user-defined threshold (like 2%), the script highlights this with an orange triangle below the bar. This is the "squeeze" condition, signaling a potential buildup of market energy—a kind of calm before the storm.
What makes this version of Bollinger Bands particularly powerful is that it not only detects squeezes, but also tells you when price breaks out of that squeeze range. If price closes above the upper band after a squeeze, a green "Breakout ↑" label is shown; if it closes below the lower band, a red "Breakout ↓" appears. These breakout labels act as entry signals, suggesting that volatility is returning and a directional move has begun.
This indicator is especially useful in markets that tend to alternate between consolidation and breakout phases, such as forex, crypto, and even individual stocks. Traders who look for early signs of momentum—whether for swing trading, scalping, or position building—can benefit from this tool. During a quiet market phase, the indicator warns you that a move might be coming; when the move starts, it tells you the direction.
In fast-moving markets, BVA helps filter out noise by focusing only on high-probability conditions: quiet consolidation followed by a strong breakout. It’s not a complete system by itself—it works best when paired with volume confirmation or oscillators like RSI—but as a volatility trigger and directional guide, it’s a reliable component of a trading workflow.
Internal Market Structure + Order BlocksInternal Market Structure + Order Blocks
This indicator combines internal market structure shifts with order block detection to help traders identify key zones of institutional interest and potential trend reversals. It highlights bullish and bearish engulfing conditions that mark the formation of valid order blocks, and it plots internal structure shifts—early signals that may precede a larger move.
Key Features:
-Bullish & Bearish Order Blocks: Highlighted with shaded boxes (green for bullish, red for bearish) following engulfing price action.
-Internal Structure Shifts: Small black triangles show early signs of a potential reversal, offering a unique perspective beyond standard structure analysis.
-Engulfing Breakouts: Marks when price breaks previous opposing structure, confirming new directional intent.
-Alerts Included: Get notified on key structure breaks and internal shifts to stay ahead of potential setups.
This tool is designed to support price action trading by visually mapping key structural changes and zones of interest directly on your chart. It is not intended to function as a standalone trading strategy , but rather as a supplementary tool to inform your own analysis and discretion.
Note: The arrows, polylines, and colored trendlines shown in the chart example are not generated by the indicator. They have been added manually for illustration purposes to demonstrate how the indicator can be used to trace market structure. Likewise, the order blocks in the example are manually drawn and may differ slightly from the indicator's automatic calculations, serving only to enhance visual clarity.
Vietnamese Market Structure With CountersThis indicator is designed to track Market Structure with Swing-Low Breakdowns and Swing-High Breakups specifically tailored for the Vietnamese stock market, though it can be applied elsewhere too. By default, it uses a 10-period EMA to dynamically detect key turning points in price action and count significant breakdowns or breakups from previous swing levels.
As an open source, you can modify the source code to match your needs.
What it does:
Detects when price breaks below previous swing lows or above previous swing highs.
Plots swing levels for both highs and lows.
Displays labeled counters on the chart to show how many consecutive breakdowns or breakups have occurred.
Helps traders identify trend shifts and possible exhaustion in moves.
Why it's useful:
This tool is great for visually tracking market momentum and structure changes — especially in trending or volatile environments. It emphasizes structure over indicators, helping you understand price behavior in a simplified, intuitive way.
License:
This script is published under the Mozilla Public License 2.0. Feel free to use, modify, and contribute!
Created with care by @doqkhanh.
If you find it useful, consider leaving a comment or sharing it with others!
Overnight Bias: Net Long/Short with PercentOvernight bias can assist with NY session gap fades or gap and go trading once the NY session is open.
Some general gap rules are:
1. Gap Direction Aligned with Overnight Bias
Rule: If the NY session gaps up and the overnight bias is Net Long (e.g., >60% of bars above the overnight open), favor longs.
Confirmation: Look for price to hold above overnight open or VWAP.
Invalidation: If price re-enters the overnight range, reassess.
2. Gap Opposing Overnight Bias (Contrarian Setup)
Rule: If the NY opens opposite the overnight bias, expect potential gap fill or reversal.
Trade Bias: Look for retracement back toward the overnight open or VWAP.
Example: Overnight was Net Long, but NY gaps down → wait for reclaim of VWAP to go long, else fade strength.
3. Gap Into Prior Day Value Area (VAH to VAL)
Rule: If the NY session gaps into the prior day value area:
It implies mean reversion behavior.
Expect price to rotate toward the POC (point of control).
Trade Bias: Fade toward POC if overnight bias is balanced or opposite the gap direction.
4. Gap Outside Prior Day Value Area
Rule: A gap above VAH or below VAL suggests potential breakout or new trend day.
Trade Bias: If overnight bias aligns (e.g., gap above VAH + Net Long overnight), consider trend continuation.
Invalidation: If price breaks back inside the prior day value area, watch for failed breakout → fade trade possible.
5. Gap Above Prior Day High / Below Prior Day Low
Rule: This is a true breakout gap.
Above Prior High + Net Long Bias: Look for continuation.
Below Prior Low + Net Short Bias: Look for sell pressure continuation.
Trade Bias: Use pullbacks to the prior high/low or overnight open for continuation setups.
6. Gap Within Prior Day Range
Rule: If the NY open is within the prior day’s high and low, expect chop or balanced conditions.
Trade Bias: Use overnight VWAP and prior POC as decision zones. Be cautious unless a breakout occurs.
7. Failed Gap and Re-entry into Prior Day Range
Rule: If price gaps above prior high but re-enters the prior range, it's a failed breakout.
Trade Bias: Look for a fade back to VAH or POC.
Confirmation: Watch for breakdown below overnight VWAP or failure to hold overnight open.
8. Gap + Overnight VWAP Divergence
Rule: If price gaps opposite the direction of VWAP (e.g., VWAP rising, gap down), wait for confirmation.
Trade Bias: Be cautious with early trades. Bias may flip if VWAP is reclaimed.
9. Gap + Overnight Open Test
Rule: If price opens with a gap and then retests the overnight open, that level becomes a decision zone.
Trade Bias:
Hold above = trend continuation.
Rejection = gap fill or reversal.
10. Unfilled Gap = Trend Bias
Rule: If the gap remains unfilled for the first 30–60 minutes, it increases the odds of a trend day.
Trade Bias: Trade pullbacks in the direction of the gap and overnight bias.
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