SMC style josh )SMC style josh — FVG, OB, BOS/CHoCH, EQH/EQL, PD, HTF, Trendlines
What it does
A clean-room Smart-Money–style study that visualizes market structure and liquidity concepts:
Structure: BOS & CHoCH for swing and internal legs (width/style controls, preview of last pivots)
Order Blocks: internal & swing OBs with midline (50%), mitigated/invalid handling, optional auto Breaker creation
Fair Value Gaps (FVG): auto boxes with optional 50% line, ATR filter, extend length, and “after-CHoCH only” window
Equal High/Low (EQH/EQL): ATR-based proximity threshold
Liquidity Grabs: wick-through/close-back tags
Premium/Discount (PD) zones: live boxes + equilibrium line from latest swing range
HTF levels: previous Daily/Weekly/Monthly highs/lows with labels (PDH/PDL, PWH/PWL, PMH/PML)
Trendlines: auto swing-to-swing lines (liquidity)
Confluence Score: column plot summarizing recent events (+/− weighting)
Key options
Safety switch to pause all drawings
Per-module visibility, label sizes/colors, line styles/widths
ATR-based filters for impulses and gaps
Limits for lines/labels/boxes to avoid runtime errors
How to read
BOS = continuation break of the current leg; CHoCH = potential regime shift
OB mitigated when price returns into the block; invalid when price closes beyond; mitigated-then-invalid can form a Breaker
FVG is considered “filled” when price closes through the gap boundary (optional hide/gray-out)
Strong/Weak High/Low tags reflect the active swing bias (potential liquidity/targets)
Good practice
Combine with risk management, multiple timeframes, and your own rules. All drawings are for study/visualization; signals are not trade instructions.
Compliance / Disclaimer
This script is for educational and research purposes only. It is not financial advice or a solicitation to buy/sell any asset. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always test and manage risk responsibly.
License / Credits
Built with Pine Script® v5. “SMC style josh” is an original, clean-room implementation and does not reuse third-party code.
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StdDev Supertrend {CHIPA}StdDev Supertrend ~ C H I P A is a supertrend style trend engine that replaces ATR with standard deviation as the volatility core. It can operate on raw prices or log return volatility, with optional smoothing to control noise.
Key features include:
Supertrend trailing rails built from a stddev scaled envelope that flips the regime only when price closes through the opposite rail.
Returns-based mode that scales volatility by log returns for more consistent behavior across price regimes.
Optional smoothing on the volatility input to tune responsiveness versus stability.
Directional gap fill between price and the active trend line on the main chart; opacity adapts to the distance (vs ATR) so wide gaps read stronger and small gaps stay subtle.
Secondary pane view of the rails with the same adaptive fade, plus an optional candle overlay for context.
Clean alerts that fire once when state changes
Use cases: medium-term trend following, stop/flip systems, and visual regime confirmation when you prefer stddev-based distance over ATR.
Note: no walk-forward or robustness testing is implied; parameter choices and risk controls are on you.
ICT Turtle Soup (Riz)The ICT Turtle Soup Complete System is an advanced implementation of the Inner Circle Trader's interpretation of the classic Turtle Soup pattern, designed to identify and trade liquidity sweeps at key market levels. This strategy capitalizes on the systematic stop-loss hunting behavior of institutional traders by detecting when price temporarily breaches significant support/resistance levels to trigger retail stop-losses, then quickly reverses direction.
Core Trading Logic
Liquidity Sweep Detection Method
The strategy monitors five critical liquidity pools where retail traders commonly place stop-loss orders:
⦁ Yesterday's High/Low: Previous daily session extremes
⦁ Daily High/Low: Rolling 20-day period extremes
⦁ 4-Hour High/Low: 30-period extremes on 4H timeframe
⦁ 1-Hour High/Low: 50-period extremes on hourly timeframe
⦁ Recent High/Low: Current timeframe extremes (20-40 bars based on trading mode)
Entry Signal Generation Process
Buy Signal (Sell-Side Liquidity Sweep):
1. Price penetrates below a key support level by a minimum threshold (5-15 ticks depending on signal quality settings)
2. The penetration bar must show strong rejection with at least 30-50% of the candle's range closing back above the swept level
3. Multi-timeframe confirmation checks for structure shift on lower timeframe (break of recent swing high)
4. Confluence scoring system evaluates 7 factors, requiring minimum 3 confirmations:
⦁ Liquidity sweep detected (weighted 2x)
⦁ Higher timeframe bullish market structure
⦁ Lower timeframe bullish break of structure
⦁ Bullish Fair Value Gap presence
⦁ Bullish Order Block formation
⦁ ICT Kill Zone timing alignment
Sell Signal (Buy-Side Liquidity Sweep):
Mirror opposite of buy signal logic, detecting sweeps above resistance levels with bearish rejection.
Risk Management & Position Sizing
Stop Loss Placement:
⦁ Calculated using ATR (Average True Range) multiplied by an adaptive factor
⦁ Base multipliers: Scalping (1.0x), Day Trading (1.5x), Swing Trading (2.0x)
⦁ Further adjusted by signal quality: Conservative (-20%), Balanced (0%), Aggressive (+20%)
⦁ Positioned beyond the liquidity sweep point to avoid re-sweeping
Take Profit Targets:
⦁ TP1: 2.0R (Risk-Reward ratio)
⦁ TP2: 3.5R
⦁ TP3: 5.0R
⦁ All levels rounded to tick precision for accurate order placement
Advanced Features & Filters
Multi-Timeframe Structure Analysis
The system performs top-down analysis across three timeframes:
⦁ Higher Timeframe (HTF): Determines primary trend bias
⦁ Medium Timeframe (MTF): Confirms intermediate structure
⦁ Lower Timeframe (LTF): Identifies precise entry triggers
ICT Kill Zones
Incorporates time-based filtering for optimal trading sessions:
⦁ Asian Session (8PM-12AM UTC)
⦁ London Session (2AM-5AM UTC)
⦁ New York Session (7AM-10AM UTC)
⦁ London Close (10AM-12PM UTC)
Smart Money Concepts Integration
⦁ Fair Value Gaps (FVG): Identifies and displays price inefficiencies that act as magnets
⦁ Order Blocks: Marks institutional accumulation/distribution zones
⦁ Mitigation Detection: Automatically removes FVGs and Order Blocks when price fills them
⦁ Duplicate Sweep Prevention: 10-bar lookback prevents multiple signals at same level
Adaptive Trading Modes
Three pre-configured modes automatically adjust all parameters:
⦁ Scalping: Tight stops, quick targets, 15-minute to 1-hour focus
⦁ Day Trading: Balanced approach, 4-hour to daily analysis
⦁ Swing Trading: Wide stops, extended targets, daily to weekly perspective
⦁ Custom Mode: Full manual control of all parameters
Signal Quality Management
⦁ Conservative: Requires 5/7 confluence factors, tighter sweep threshold (5 ticks), 50% minimum rejection
⦁ Balanced: Standard 3/7 confluence, moderate threshold (10 ticks), 30% rejection
⦁ Aggressive: Only 2/7 confluence needed, wider threshold (15 ticks), 20% rejection
Visual Components & Dashboard
Real-Time Information Panel
Displays current market conditions including:
⦁ Active trading mode and quality settings
⦁ Timeframe configuration (HTF/MTF/LTF)
⦁ Market bias from higher timeframes
⦁ Current kill zone status
⦁ Liquidity sweep detection status
⦁ Confluence scoring for both directions
⦁ Risk parameters and targets
Trade Visualization
⦁ Entry, stop-loss, and three take-profit levels with precise price labels
⦁ Automatic cleanup when targets are hit or new signals appear
⦁ Maximum of one active setup displayed for chart clarity
⦁ Color-coded boxes for Fair Value Gaps and Order Blocks
How to Use This Indicator
Recommended Timeframes
⦁ Scalping Mode: 1-minute to 5-minute charts
⦁ Day Trading Mode: 5-minute to 15-minute charts
⦁ Swing Trading Mode: 1-hour to 4-hour charts
Optimal Market Conditions
⦁ Works best in ranging or trending markets with clear support/resistance levels
⦁ Most effective during high-liquidity sessions (London/New York overlap)
⦁ Avoid using during major news events unless specifically targeting news-driven sweeps
Signal Interpretation
1. Wait for triangle signal (up/down) with confluence score
2. Verify the swept level shown in the dashboard
3. Confirm risk-reward ratios match your trading plan
4. Enter at market or set limit order at indicated entry level
5. Place stop-loss and take-profit orders at displayed levels
Customization Tips
⦁ Adjust Signal Quality based on market volatility (Conservative for volatile, Aggressive for quiet)
⦁ Modify sweep threshold if getting too many/few signals
⦁ Toggle individual liquidity levels based on their relevance to your timeframe
⦁ Use Kill Zone filter for session-specific trading
Risk Disclaimer
This indicator identifies potential trade setups based on liquidity sweep patterns but does not guarantee profitable outcomes. Past performance does not indicate future results. Always use proper risk management and never risk more than you can afford to lose. The indicator should be used as part of a comprehensive trading plan that includes your own analysis and risk tolerance assessment.
Pairs Trading Scanner [BackQuant]Pairs Trading Scanner
What it is
This scanner analyzes the relationship between your chart symbol and a chosen pair symbol in real time. It builds a normalized “spread” between them, tracks how tightly they move together (correlation), converts the spread into a Z-Score (how far from typical it is), and then prints clear LONG / SHORT / EXIT prompts plus an at-a-glance dashboard with the numbers that matter.
Why pairs at all?
Markets co-move. When two assets are statistically related, their relationship (the spread) tends to oscillate around a mean.
Pairs trading doesn’t require calling overall market direction you trade the relative mispricing between two instruments.
This scanner gives you a robust, visual way to find those dislocations, size their significance, and structure the trade.
How it works (plain English)
Step 1 Pick a partner: Select the Pair Symbol to compare against your chart symbol. The tool fetches synchronized prices for both.
Step 2 Build a spread: Choose a Spread Method that defines “relative value” (e.g., Log Spread, Price Ratio, Return Difference, Price Difference). Each lens highlights a different flavor of divergence.
Step 3 Validate relationship: A rolling Correlation checks if the pair is moving together enough to be tradable. If correlation is weak, the scanner stands down.
Step 4 Standardize & score: The spread is normalized (mean & variability over a lookback) to form a Z-Score . Large absolute Z means “stretched,” small means “near fair.”
Step 5 Signals: When the Z-Score crosses user-defined thresholds with sufficient correlation , entries print:
LONG = long chart symbol / short pair symbol,
SHORT = short chart symbol / long pair symbol,
EXIT = mean reversion into the exit zone or correlation failure.
Core concepts (the three pillars)
Spread Method Your definition of “distance” between the two series.
Guidance:
Log Spread: Focuses on proportional differences; robust when prices live on different scales.
Price Ratio: Classic relative value; good when you care about “X per Y.”
Return Difference: Emphasizes recent performance gaps; nimble for momentum-to-mean plays.
Price Difference: Straight subtraction; intuitive for similar-scale assets (e.g., two ETFs).
Correlation A rolling score of co-movement. The scanner requires it to be above your Min Correlation before acting, so you’re not trading random divergence.
Z-Score “How abnormal is today’s spread?” Positive = chart richer than pair; negative = cheaper. Thresholds define entries/exits with transparent, statistical context.
What you’ll see on the chart
Correlation plot (blue line) with a dashed Min Correlation guide. Above the line = green zone for signals; below = hands off.
Z-Score plot (white line) with colored, dashed Entry bands and dotted Exit bands. Zero line for mean.
Normalized spread (yellow) for a quick “shape read” of recent divergence swings.
Signal markers :
LONG (green label) when Z < –Entry and corr OK,
SHORT (red label) when Z > +Entry and corr OK,
EXIT (gray label) when Z returns inside the Exit band or correlation drops below the floor.
Background tint for active state (faint green for long-spread stance, faint red for short-spread stance).
The two built-in dashboards
Statistics Table (top-right)
Pair Symbol Your chosen partner.
Correlation Live value vs. your minimum.
Z-Score How stretched the spread is now.
Current / Pair Prices Real-time anchors.
Signal State NEUTRAL / LONG / SHORT.
Price Ratio Context for ratio-style setups.
Analysis Table (bottom-right)
Avg Correlation Typical co-movement level over your window.
Max |Z| The recent extremes of dislocation.
Spread Volatility How “lively” the spread has been.
Trade Signal A human-readable prompt (e.g., “LONG A / SHORT B” or “NO TRADE” / “LOW CORRELATION”).
Risk Level LOW / MEDIUM / HIGH based on current stretch (absolute Z).
Signals logic (plain English)
Entry (LONG): The spread is unusually negative (chart cheaper vs pair) and correlation is healthy. Expect mean reversion upward in the spread: long chart, short pair.
Entry (SHORT): The spread is unusually positive (chart richer vs pair) and correlation is healthy. Expect mean reversion downward in the spread: short chart, long pair.
Exit: The spread relaxes back toward normal (inside your exit band), or correlation deteriorates (relationship no longer trusted).
A quick, repeatable workflow
1) Choose your pair in context (same sector/theme or known macro link). Think: “Do these two plausibly co-move?”
2) Pick a spread lens that matches your narrative (ratio for relative value, returns for short-term performance gaps, etc.).
3) Confirm correlation is above your floor no corr, no trade.
4) Wait for a stretch (Z beyond Entry band) and a printed LONG / SHORT .
5) Manage to the mean (EXIT band) or correlation failure; let the scanners’ state/labels keep you honest.
Settings that matter (and why)
Spread Method Defines the “mispricing” you care about.
Correlation Period Longer = steadier regime read, shorter = snappier to regime change.
Z-Score Period The window that defines “normal” for the spread; it sets the yardstick.
Use Percentage Returns Normalizes series when using return-based logic; keep on for mixed-scale assets.
Entry / Exit Thresholds Set your stretch and your target reversion zone. Wider entries = rarer but stronger signals.
Minimum Correlation The gatekeeper. Raising it favors quality over quantity.
Choosing pairs (practical cheat sheet)
Same family: two index ETFs, two oil-linked names, two gold miners, two L1 tokens.
Hedge & proxy: stock vs. sector ETF, BTC vs. BTC index, WTI vs. energy ETF.
Cross-venue or cross-listing: instruments that are functionally the same exposure but price differently intraday.
Reading the cues like a pro
Divergence shape: The yellow normalized spread helps you see rhythm fast spike and snap-back versus slow grind.
Corr-first discipline: Don’t fight the “Min Correlation” line. Good pairs trading starts with a relationship you can trust.
Exit humility: When Z re-centers, let the EXIT do its job. The edge is the journey to the mean, not overstaying it.
Frequently asked (quick answers)
“Long/Short means what exactly?”
LONG = long the chart symbol and short the pair symbol.
SHORT = short the chart symbol and long the pair symbol.
“Do I need same price scales?” No. The spread methods normalize in different ways; choose the one that fits your use case (log/ratio are great for mixed scales).
“What if correlation falls mid-trade?” The scanner will neutralize the state and print EXIT . Relationship first; trade second.
Field notes & patterns
Snap-back days: After a one-sided session, return-difference spreads often flag cleaner intraday mean reversions.
Macro rotations: Ratio spreads shine during sector re-weights (e.g., value vs. growth ETFs); look for steady corr + elevated |Z|.
Event bleed-through: If one symbol reacts to news and its partner lags, Z often flags a high-quality, short-horizon re-centering.
Display controls at a glance
Show Statistics Table Live state & key numbers, top-right.
Show Analysis Table Context/risk read, bottom-right.
Show Correlation / Spread / Z-Score Toggle the sub-charts you want visible.
Show Entry/Exit Signals Turn markers on/off as needed.
Coloring Adjust Long/Short/Neutral and correlation line colors to match your theme.
Alerts (ready to route to your workflow)
Pairs Long Entry Z falls through the long threshold with correlation above minimum.
Pairs Short Entry Z rises through the short threshold with correlation above minimum.
Pairs Trade Exit Z returns to neutral or the relationship fails your correlation floor.
Correlation Breakdown Rolling correlation crosses your minimum; relationship caution.
Final notes
The scanner is designed to keep you systematic: require relationship (correlation), quantify dislocation (Z-Score), act when stretched, stand down when it normalizes or the relationship degrades. It’s a full, visual loop for relative-value trading that stays out of your way when it should and gets loud only when the numbers line up.
MTF MomentumUniqueness:
MTF Momentum is designed to provide true multiple-timeframe information at once on a single screen with as little clutter as possible. What makes MTF Momentum unique is the way it condenses the perspectives of our other internal models into a single bullish or bearish slope near the current candle, then automatically draws the same bullish or bearish momentum slopes of the next higher timeframes. The structure is engineered to highlight shifts in momentum as they happen on the current candle (angled lines), marking potential reversal points as they build (red and green diamonds), and provides a numerical Q-Score that draws a horizontal marker for elevated Q-Score exhaustion. The design avoids telling you when to buy or sell. Instead, it structures the raw inputs in a way that makes interpretation easier. That makes it useful whether you’re trading actively or simply learning to recognize how momentum flows across layers.
Usefulness:
This indicator is designed to work across multiple timeframes. Instead of juggling the same indicator on 3 different screens, you can see a unified picture that captures both the local momentum and higher timeframes that provide time-dimensional context. When short-term and higher-timeframe angles point in the same direction, MTF Momentum makes that visible in a straightforward way and may help highlight when momentum is consistent across multiple timeframes. When short-term layers push against a stronger higher timeframe, it signals that momentum may be shifting or exhausting. This indicator provides an efficient workflow and helps reduce clutter.
How It Works:
At its core, MTF Momentum is a blend of momentum readings from multiple sources — RSI slopes, EMA stacks, Gaussian smoothing, Fisher-style transforms, and MACD widening analysis built from the same shared core mathematical engines as our other indicators. The uniqueness of this indicator is not tied to any single formula as each component is well-known, but it is in the way they are layered, smoothed, and consolidated that entirely new readings are created.
The process begins with multiple RSI calculations, offset and averaged to reduce jitter. These are smoothed through EMA stacks of varying lengths, then run through Gaussian-style filters that emphasize directional change while filtering noise. The slope differences across these layers form the foundation of the momentum calculation. This momentum reading is then checked against MACD widening conditions. MACD gap expansion is treated as a momentum confirmation — widening gaps with price in agreement add weight, while narrowing gaps or misaligned candles reduce confidence. Additional derivative logic, including Fisher-style transforms, is applied to normalize the outputs and make them more stable across different assets.
Multi-timeframe integration comes from using request.security to pull higher timeframe versions of the same structures that are on the base chart. For example, you can see a one-minute chart overlaid with five-minute and fifteen-minute context. The blending is seamless — higher timeframe momentum is displayed alongside lower timeframe signals that help the user see where current timeframe momentum is in relation to higher timeframes.
How to Use the MTF Momentum Indicator:
Applying the MTF Momentum indicator is straightforward, but interpretation depends on your process.
To use, load the indicator on your preferred base timeframe. Use this general guideline to setup your indicators:
Base timeframe -> 1st HTF -> 2nd HTF
1min -> 5min -> 15min
5min -> 15min -> 1hr
15min -> 1hr -> 4hr
1hr -> 4hr -> 1day
4hr -> 1day -> Weekly
1day -> Weekly -> Monthly
Weekly -> Monthly -> Yearly
When used at base timeframes at 1 hour or lower, higher timeframe lines ARE drawn automatically.
When using a base timeframe above 1 hour (e.g., 4h, Daily), higher-timeframe slopes are NOT drawn automatically. To view them, switch to the higher-timeframe chart itself (for example, Daily or Weekly) and draw an arrow along the slope using TradingView’s drawing tools. Once placed, the arrow will remain visible when you return to your lower base timeframe chart, giving you the higher-timeframe context alongside your current view. This step is optional, purely for visual reference, and does not affect the indicator’s calculations.
These are your higher timeframe momentum angles that can help provide context to the automatically drawn angle on your current timeframe. You can even practice drawing these lines on the lower timeframes such as using a 5min base and 15min and 1hr HTF charts. You can compare your manually drawn angles with the automatic HTF lines by enabling them in the INPUTS tab of the MTF Momentum settings menu.
Q-SCORE:
The Q-Score label presents two values ranging from 0 to 100. These values are a numerical translation of the same momentum conditions our other indicators display visually. Higher values indicate stronger readings of exhaustion within the current trend model, while lower values indicate less. You can think of this as similar to a distribution curve, where some states occur less frequently at the extreme ends of the range and more frequently near the middle. Q-Score values are provided as contextual information only and do not predict reversals or guarantee outcomes.
Blue Dotted & Solid Horizontal line:
The aqua blue horizontal line is a visual representation of the Q-Score values. When one or both numerical values is below 85 the line stays dotted -- it is only when both numerical values exceed 85 that the line changes from dotted to solid.
Green & Red Diamonds:
Diamonds mark areas where the underlying model detects counter-trend behavior. They may flicker on the current candle during intrabar calculations but are locked in at candle close and never get altered or repainted.
Red diamonds highlight points where the model detects counter-trend pressure during a bullish phase. Green diamonds highlight counter-trend pressure during a bearish phase. These markers reflect where momentum conditions have shifted relative to the prevailing trend. They appear where short-term dynamics differ from the broader trend. Traders can interpret these areas in their own context; the diamonds themselves do not predict reversals or guarantee outcomes.
Example ways to use the MTF Momentum indicator:
Look for agreement -- when both your base timeframe and higher timeframe momentums are pointing in the same direction, it reflects stronger alignment. This may help identify areas of trend continuation.
Watch for divergence -- if your short-term momentum pushes opposite to the higher timeframe, it flags a potential transition.
Disclaimer:
This tool does not generate buy or sell signals. It is a framework for visualizing momentum across layers, allowing you to incorporate that information into your own decision-making. How you apply it depends entirely on your goals, timeframe, and risk tolerance. This indicator is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice, trading advice, or investment recommendations. Trading involves risk, and you may lose some or all of your capital. Past performance is not a guarantee of future results. You are solely responsible for any decisions you make — always trade to the best of your own abilities and within your own risk tolerance.
Release Notes:
v1.0 (Initial Release)
KARAMAN Swing High/LowThis Pine Script indicator detects and visualizes swing highs/lows, daily levels, and Fair Value Gaps (FVGs) with full customization:
Swing points:
Validated swings are shown as small triangles (red = high, green = low).
Optional rays extend from swing points, and a ZigZag line connects them.
Daily high/low:
Tracks daily extremes (UTC+3).
Draws right-extended rays from the previous day’s high/low.
Fair Value Gaps (FVGs):
Automatically detects bullish and bearish FVGs.
Draws boxes and three rays (top, middle, bottom).
When price touches the middle line, the box and two lines are deleted, leaving only the untouched boundary.
If price fully breaks the FVG, all elements are removed.
Settings panel:
Every element (swing candidates, valid swings, rays, ZigZag, daily levels, FVG boxes/rays) can be turned on or off.
Smarter Money Concepts Dashboard [PhenLabs]📊Smarter Money Concepts Dashboard
Version: PineScript™v6
📌Description
The Smarter Money Concepts Dashboard is a comprehensive institutional trading analysis tool that combines six of our most powerful smarter money concepts indicators into one unified suite. This advanced system automatically detects and visualizes Fair Value Gaps, Inverted FVGs, Order Blocks, Wyckoff Springs/Upthrusts, Wick Rejection patterns, and ICT Market Structure analysis.
Built for serious traders who need institutional-grade market analysis, this dashboard eliminates subjective interpretation by automatically identifying where smart money is likely positioned. The integrated real-time dashboard provides instant status updates on all active patterns, making it easy to monitor market conditions at a glance.
🚀Points of Innovation
● Multi-Module Integration: Six different SMC concepts unified in one comprehensive system
● Real-Time Dashboard Display: Live tracking of all active patterns with customizable positioning
● Advanced Volume Filtering: Institutional volume confirmation across all pattern types
● Automated Pattern Management: Smart memory system prevents chart clutter while maintaining relevant zones
● Probability-Based Wyckoff Detection: Mathematical probability calculations for spring/upthrust patterns
● Dual FVG System: Both standard and inverted Fair Value Gap detection with equilibrium analysis
🔧Core Components
● Fair Value Gap Engine: Detects standard FVGs with volume confirmation and equilibrium line analysis
● Inverted FVG Module: Advanced IFVG detection using RVI momentum filtering for inversion confirmation
● Order Block System: Institutional order block identification with customizable mitigation methods
● Wyckoff Pattern Recognition: Automated spring and upthrust detection with probability scoring
● Wick Rejection Analysis: High-probability reversal patterns based on wick-to-body ratios
● ICT Market Structure: Simplified institutional concepts with commitment tracking
🔥Key Features
● Comprehensive Pattern Detection: All major SMC concepts in one indicator with automatic identification
● Volume-Confirmed Signals: Multiple volume filters ensure only institutional-grade patterns are highlighted
● Interactive Dashboard: Real-time status display with active pattern counts and module status
● Smart Memory Management: Automatic cleanup of old patterns while preserving relevant market zones
● Full Alert System: Complete notification coverage for all pattern types and signal generations
● Customizable Display Options: Adjustable colors, transparency, and positioning for all visual elements
🎨Visualization
● Color-Coded Zones: Distinct color schemes for bullish/bearish patterns across all modules
● Dynamic Box Extensions: Automatically extending zones until mitigation or invalidation
● Equilibrium Lines: Fair Value Gap midpoint analysis with dotted line visualization
● Signal Markers: Clear spring/upthrust signals with directional arrows and probability indicators
● Dashboard Table: Professional-grade status panel with module activation and pattern counts
● Candle Coloring: Wick rejection highlighting with transparency-based visual emphasis
📖Usage Guidelines
Fair Value Gap Settings
● Days to Analyze: Default 15, Range 1-100 - Controls historical FVG detection period
● Volume Filter: Enables institutional volume confirmation for gap validity
● Min Volume Ratio: Default 1.5 - Minimum volume spike required for gap recognition
● Show Equilibrium Lines: Displays FVG midpoint analysis for precise entry targeting
Order Block Configuration
● Scan Range: Default 25 bars - Lookback period for structure break identification
● Volume Filter: Institutional volume confirmation for order block validation
● Mitigation Method: Wick or Close-based invalidation for different trading styles
● Min Volume Ratio: Default 1.5 - Volume threshold for significant order block formation
Wyckoff Analysis Parameters
● S/R Lookback: Default 20 - Support/resistance calculation period for spring/upthrust detection
● Volume Spike Multiplier: Default 1.5 - Required volume increase for pattern confirmation
● Probability Threshold: Default 0.7 - Minimum probability score for signal generation
● ATR Recovery Period: Default 5 - Price recovery calculation for pattern strength assessment
Market Structure Settings
● Auto-Detect Zones: Automatic identification of high-volume thin zones
● Proximity Threshold: Default 0.20% - Price proximity requirements for zone interaction
● Test Window: Default 20 bars - Time period for zone commitment calculation
Display Customization
● Dashboard Position: Four corner options for optimal chart layout
● Text Size: Scalable from Tiny to Large for different screen configurations
● Pattern Colors: Full customization of all bullish and bearish zone colors
✅Best Use Cases
● Swing Trading: Identify major institutional zones for multi-day position entries
● Day Trading: Precise intraday entries at Fair Value Gaps and Order Block boundaries
● Trend Analysis: Market structure confirmation for directional bias establishment
● Risk Management: Clear invalidation levels provided by all pattern boundaries
● Multi-Timeframe Analysis: Works across all timeframes from 1-minute to monthly charts
⚠️Limitations
● Market Condition Dependency: Performance varies between trending and ranging market environments
● Volume Data Requirements: Requires accurate volume data for optimal pattern confirmation
● Lagging Nature: Some patterns confirmed after initial price movement has begun
● Pattern Density: High-volatility markets may generate excessive pattern signals
● Educational Tool: Requires understanding of smart money concepts for effective application
💡What Makes This Unique
● Complete SMC Integration: First indicator to combine all major smart money concepts comprehensively
● Real-Time Dashboard: Instant visual feedback on all active institutional patterns
● Advanced Volume Analysis: Multi-layered volume confirmation across all detection modules
● Probability-Based Signals: Mathematical approach to Wyckoff pattern recognition accuracy
● Professional Memory Management: Sophisticated pattern cleanup without losing market relevance
🔬How It Works
1. Pattern Detection Phase:
● Multi-timeframe scanning for institutional footprints across all enabled modules
● Volume analysis integration confirms patterns meet institutional trading criteria
● Real-time pattern validation ensures only high-probability setups are displayed
2. Signal Generation Process:
● Automated zone creation with precise boundary definitions for each pattern type
● Dynamic extension system maintains relevance until mitigation or invalidation occurs
● Alert system activation provides immediate notification of new pattern formations
3. Dashboard Update Cycle:
● Live status monitoring tracks all active patterns and module states continuously
● Pattern count updates provide instant feedback on current market condition density
● Commitment tracking for market structure analysis shows institutional engagement levels
💡Note:
This indicator represents institutional trading concepts and should be used as part of a comprehensive trading strategy. Pattern recognition accuracy improves with understanding of smart money principles. Combine with proper risk management and multiple confirmation methods for optimal results.
PRIMO+ (dc_77)PRIMO+ (dc_77) - Advanced Multi-Session Trading System
Overview
This comprehensive trading indicator combines market structure analysis, Fair Value Gap (FVG) detection, and multi-timeframe bias assessment to identify high-probability trading opportunities during key market sessions. The system operates on a sophisticated framework that evaluates market sentiment across multiple reference points and provides complete trade management projections.
Core Features
Multi-Timeframe Bias System
The indicator establishes directional bias by analyzing price action relative to four critical reference points:
- 18:00 NY Open: Previous day's market opening level
- 00:00 Midnight: Daily reset reference price
- 09:30 NY Open: Current session market opening
- 09:45 NY Open: Key institutional entry timeframe
Bias Logic:
- LONGS Bias: Price trading below ALL reference levels (institutional accumulation zone)
- SHORTS Bias: Price trading above ALL reference levels (institutional distribution zone)
- BEWARE: Mixed signals across reference points (avoid trading)
Four-Session Architecture
The system monitors four distinct trading sessions, each representing different market participant activities:
1. Session 1 (09:45-10:20): London/NY overlap - high liquidity period
2. Session 2 (10:45-11:30): NY continuation - institutional positioning
3. Session 3 (13:50-14:10): Pre-close positioning - smart money moves
4. Session 4 (15:50-16:05): Market close - final institutional plays
Each session can be individually enabled/disabled with custom time ranges.
Advanced Fair Value Gap Detection
The indicator identifies three-candle imbalances using sophisticated filtering:
FVG Classification:
- Bullish FVGs: Gaps between candle 3 high and candle 1 low (upward imbalance)
- Bearish FVGs: Gaps between candle 1 high and candle 3 low (downward imbalance)
Dynamic Filtering System:
- Bias alignment filtering (only shows FVGs aligned with overall market bias)
- Trend direction filtering (FVGs must align with market structure)
- Session-based activation/deactivation
- Real-time gap validation and invalidation
Market Structure Shift (MSS) Detection
Proprietary swing-based algorithm identifies significant market structure changes:
- Bullish MSS: Price breaks above previous significant high with trend confirmation
- Bearish MSS: Price breaks below previous significant low with trend confirmation
- Dynamic Lookback: Configurable swing detection sensitivity (4-5 bar pivots)
Comprehensive Risk Management System
When conditions align, the indicator projects complete trade setups:
Entry Methodology:
- FVG center point calculated using mathematical precision
- Entry triggered only when MSS occurs with aligned bias
- Confirmation timer prevents false signals (22-second default validation)
Stop Loss Calculation:
- Dynamic SL placement based on FVG displacement
- 1.15x multiplier applied to gap distance for optimal risk positioning
- Adaptive to market volatility and gap size
Take Profit Projections:
- Five sequential TP levels (1:1 through 1:5 risk-reward ratios)
- Mathematical progression based on initial risk calculation
- Visual projection lines extend into future bars
Visual Signal System
Trade Signals:
- Green up arrows for bullish setups (positioned below stop loss level)
- Red down arrows for bearish setups (positioned above stop loss level)
- Optional date stamps showing signal generation time
Projection Lines:
- Entry level (gray dotted line)
- Stop loss level (red line)
- Multiple take profit levels (green lines with ratio labels)
- Customizable line styles and widths
Alert Integration
Real-time notifications when complete setups form:
- Bar-close confirmation prevents false alerts
- Separate bull/bear alert messages
- Integration with TradingView's alert system
- Optional sound notifications
Configuration Options
Display Settings
- Session Anchor Lines: Visual markers for session starts
- MSS Lines: Market structure shift visualization
- Trend Lines: ZigZag pattern display
- Signal Arrows: Entry point indicators
- Date Labels: Timestamp display for signals
Color Customization
- Bullish FVG color and transparency
- Bearish FVG color and transparency
- MSS line colors (separate bull/bear)
- Projection line colors
- Stop loss and take profit colors
Risk Parameters
- Confirmation time adjustment (prevents false signals)
- Risk-reward multiplier customization
- Projection line extension length
- Label and arrow size options
Usage Guidelines
Trading Sessions
Best performance during specified session times when institutional activity is highest. The system automatically adjusts for New York timezone.
Entry Criteria
All conditions must align for signal generation:
1. Appropriate market bias established
2. FVG present and validated within session
3. Market structure shift in aligned direction
4. Confirmation timer validation passed
Risk Management
- Always respect projected stop loss levels
- Consider partial profit-taking at projected TP levels
Important Disclaimers
This indicator is for educational and analytical purposes. All trading involves risk, and past performance does not guarantee future results. Users should:
- Practice proper risk management
- Backtest thoroughly before live trading
- Understand all system components before use
- Never risk more than affordable loss amounts
The system provides analysis tools and projections but does not guarantee profitable trades. Market conditions change rapidly, and no indicator can predict future price movements with certainty.
Additional Risk Warnings and Disclaimers
Trading Addiction and Mental Health: Trading can become psychologically addictive and may lead to compulsive behavior, financial ruin, and severe emotional distress. If you find yourself unable to stop trading, risking money you cannot afford to lose, neglecting personal relationships or responsibilities, or experiencing extreme emotional swings based on trading outcomes, please seek help from a qualified mental health professional. The excitement of potential profits can mask serious underlying issues with impulse control and risk-taking behavior.
No Guarantee of Performance: This indicator has not been independently verified or audited. Backtesting results may not reflect actual trading conditions due to market slippage, execution delays, spread variations, and changing market dynamics. Historical performance is not indicative of future results, and all trading strategies can and do lose money.
Market Risk Acknowledgment: Financial markets can experience extreme volatility, flash crashes, liquidity crises, and unprecedented events that render technical analysis ineffective. Economic announcements, geopolitical events, and central bank policies can cause rapid price movements that invalidate technical setups instantly.
Position Sizing and Capital Preservation: Never risk more than 1-2% of your total account on any single trade. Proper position sizing is more important than any trading signal. Multiple consecutive losses are normal and expected - ensure your account can withstand extended drawdown periods without impairing your ability to continue trading or meet personal financial obligations.
Educational Purpose Only: This tool is designed for educational analysis and should not be construed as personalized financial advice. Consult with qualified financial advisors before making investment decisions. The creators assume no responsibility for any financial losses incurred through use of this indicator.
Big Candle Trend█ OVERVIEW
The "Big Candle Trend" indicator is a technical analysis tool written in Pine Script® v6 that identifies large signal candles on the chart and determines the trend direction based on the analysis of all candles within a specified period. Designed for traders seeking a simple yet effective tool to identify key market movements and trends, the indicator provides clarity and precision through flexible settings, trend line visualization, and retracement lines on signal candles.
█ CONCEPTS
The goal of the "Big Candle Trend" indicator was to create a tool based solely on the size of candle bodies and their relative positions, making it universal and effective across all markets (stocks, forex, cryptocurrencies) and timeframes. Unlike traditional indicators that often rely on complex formulas or external data (e.g., volume), this indicator uses simple yet powerful price action logic. Large signal candles are identified by comparing their body size to the average body size over a selected period, and the trend is determined by analyzing price changes over a longer period relative to the average candle body size. Additionally, the indicator draws horizontal lines on signal candles, aiding in setting Stop Loss levels or delayed entries.
█ FEATURES
Large Signal Candle Detection: Identifies candles with a body larger than the average body multiplied by a user-defined multiplier, aligned with the trend (if the trend filter is enabled). Signals are displayed as triangles (green for bullish, red for bearish).
Trend Analysis: Determines the trend (uptrend, downtrend, or neutral) by comparing the price change over a selected period (trend_length) to the average candle body size multiplied by a trend strength multiplier. The trend starts when:
Uptrend: The price change (difference between the current close and the close from an earlier period) is positive and exceeds the average candle body size multiplied by the trend strength multiplier (avg_body_trend * trend_mult).
Downtrend: The price change is negative and exceeds, in absolute value, the average candle body size multiplied by the trend strength multiplier.
Neutral Trend: The price change is below the required threshold, indicating no clear market direction.The trend ends when the price change no longer meets the conditions for an uptrend or downtrend, transitioning to a neutral state or switching to the opposite trend when the price change reverses and meets the conditions for the new trend. This approach differs from standard methods as it focuses on price dynamics in the context of candle body size, offering a more intuitive and direct way to gauge trend strength.
Smoothed Trend Line: Displays a trend line based on the average price (HL2, i.e., the average of the high and low of a candle), smoothed using a user-defined smoothing parameter. The trend line reflects the market direction but is not tied to breakouts, unlike many other trend indicators, allowing for more flexible interpretation.
Retracement Lines: Draws horizontal lines on signal candles at a user-defined level (e.g., 0.618). The lines are displayed to the right of the candle, with a width of one candle. For bullish candles, the line is measured from the top of the body (close) downward, and for bearish candles, from the bottom of the body (close) upward, aiding in setting Stop Loss or delayed entries.
Trend Option: Option to enable a trend filter that limits large candle signals to those aligned with the current trend, enhancing signal precision.
Customizable Visualization: Allows customization of colors for uptrend, downtrend, and neutral states, trend line style, and shadow fill between the trend line and price.
Alerts: Built-in alerts for large signal candles (bullish and bearish) and trend changes (start of uptrend, downtrend, or neutral trend).
█ HOW TO USE
Add to Chart: Apply the indicator to your TradingView chart via the Pine Editor or Indicators menu.
Configure Settings:
Candle Settings:
Average Period (Candles): Sets the period for calculating the average candle body size.
Large Candle Multiplier: Multiplier determining how large a candle’s body must be to be considered "large".
Trend Settings:
Trend Period: Period for analyzing price changes to determine the trend.
Trend Strength Multiplier: Multiplier setting the minimum price change required to identify a significant trend.
Trend Line Smoothing: Degree of smoothing for the trend line.
Show Trend Line: Enables/disables the display of the trend line.
Apply Trend Filter: Limits large candle signals to those aligned with the current trend.
Trend Colors:
Customize colors for uptrend (green), downtrend (red), and neutral (gray) states, and enable/disable shadow fill.
Retracement Settings:
Retracement Level (0.0-1.0): Sets the level for lines on signal candles (e.g., 0.618).
Line Width: Sets the thickness of retracement lines.
Interpreting Signals:
Bullish Signal: A green triangle below the candle indicates a large bullish candle aligned with an uptrend (if the trend filter is enabled). A horizontal line is drawn to the right of the candle at the retracement level, measured from the top of the body downward.
Bearish Signal: A red triangle above the candle indicates a large bearish candle aligned with a downtrend (if the trend filter is enabled). A horizontal line is drawn to the right of the candle at the retracement level, measured from the bottom of the body upward.
rend Line: Shows the market direction (green for uptrend, red for downtrend, gray for neutral). Unlike many indicators, the trend line’s color is not tied to its breakout, allowing for more flexible interpretation of market dynamics.
Alerts: Set up alerts in TradingView for large signal candles or trend changes to receive real-time notifications.
Combining with Other Tools: Use the indicator alongside other technical analysis tools, such as support/resistance levels, RSI, moving averages, or Fair Value Gaps (FVG), to confirm signals.
█ APPLICATIONS
Price Action Trading: Large signal candles can indicate key market moments, such as breakouts of support/resistance levels or strong price rejections. Use signal candles in conjunction with support/resistance levels or FVG to identify entry opportunities. Retracement lines help set Stop Loss levels (e.g., below the line for bullish candles, above for bearish) or delayed entries after price returns to the retracement level and confirms trend continuation. Note that large candles often generate Fair Value Gaps (FVG), which should be considered when setting Stop Loss levels.
Trend Strategies: Enable the trend filter to limit signals to those aligned with the dominant market direction. For example, in an uptrend, look for large bullish candles as continuation signals. The indicator can also be used for position pyramiding, adding positions as subsequent large candles confirm trend continuation.
Practical Approach:
Large candles with high volume may indicate strong market participation, increasing signal reliability.
The trend line helps visually assess market direction and confirm large candle signals.
Retracement lines on signal candles aid in identifying key levels for Stop Loss or delayed entries.
█ NOTES
The indicator works across all markets and timeframes due to its universal logic based on candle body size and relative positioning.
Adjust settings (e.g., trend period, large candle multiplier, retracement level) to suit your trading style and timeframe.
Test the indicator on various markets (stocks, forex, cryptocurrencies) and timeframes to optimize its performance.
Use in conjunction with other technical analysis tools to enhance signal accuracy.
Martingale Strategy Simulator [BackQuant]Martingale Strategy Simulator
Purpose
This indicator lets you study how a martingale-style position sizing rule interacts with a simple long or short trading signal. It computes an equity curve from bar-to-bar returns, adapts position size after losing streaks, caps exposure at a user limit, and summarizes risk with portfolio metrics. An optional Monte Carlo module projects possible future equity paths from your realized daily returns.
What a martingale is
A martingale sizing rule increases stake after losses and resets after a win. In its classical form from gambling, you double the bet after each loss so that a single win recovers all prior losses plus one unit of profit. In markets there is no fixed “even-money” payout and returns are multiplicative, so an exact recovery guarantee does not exist. The core idea is unchanged:
Lose one leg → increase next position size
Lose again → increase again
Win → reset to the base size
The expectation of your strategy still depends on the signal’s edge. Sizing does not create positive expectancy on its own. A martingale raises variance and tail risk by concentrating more capital as a losing streak develops.
What it plots
Equity – simulated portfolio equity including compounding
Buy & Hold – equity from holding the chart symbol for context
Optional helpers – last trade outcome, current streak length, current allocation fraction
Optional diagnostics – daily portfolio return, rolling drawdown, metrics table
Optional Monte Carlo probability cone – p5, p16, p50, p84, p95 aggregate bands
Model assumptions
Bar-close execution with no slippage or commissions
Shorting allowed and frictionless
No margin interest, borrow fees, or position limits
No intrabar moves or gaps within a bar (returns are close-to-close)
Sizing applies to equity fraction only and is capped by your setting
All results are hypothetical and for education only.
How the simulator applies it
1) Directional signal
You pick a simple directional rule that produces +1 for long or −1 for short each bar. Options include 100 HMA slope, RSI above or below 50, EMA or SMA crosses, CCI and other oscillators, ATR move, BB basis, and more. The stance is evaluated bar by bar. When the stance flips, the current trade ends and the next one starts.
2) Sizing after losses and wins
Position size is a fraction of equity:
Initial allocation – the starting fraction, for example 0.15 means 15 percent of equity
Increase after loss – multiply the next allocation by your factor after a losing leg, for example 2.00 to double
Reset after win – return to the initial allocation
Max allocation cap – hard ceiling to prevent runaway growth
At a high level the size after k consecutive losses is
alloc(k) = min( cap , base × factor^k ) .
In practice the simulator changes size only when a leg ends and its PnL is known.
3) Equity update
Let r_t = close_t / close_{t-1} − 1 be the symbol’s bar return, d_{t−1} ∈ {+1, −1} the prior bar stance, and a_{t−1} the prior bar allocation fraction. The simulator compounds:
eq_t = eq_{t−1} × (1 + a_{t−1} × d_{t−1} × r_t) .
This is bar-based and avoids intrabar lookahead. Costs, slippage, and borrowing costs are not modeled.
Why traders experiment with martingale sizing
Mean-reversion contexts – if the signal often snaps back after a string of losses, adding size near the tail of a move can pull the average entry closer to the turn
Behavioral or microstructure edges – some rules have modest edge but frequent small whipsaws; size escalation may shorten time-to-recovery when the edge manifests
Exploration and stress testing – studying the relationship between streaks, caps, and drawdowns is instructive even if you do not deploy martingale sizing live
Why martingale is dangerous
Martingale concentrates capital when the strategy is performing worst. The main risks are structural, not cosmetic:
Loss streaks are inevitable – even with a 55 percent win rate you should expect multi-loss runs. The probability of at least one k-loss streak in N trades rises quickly with N.
Size explodes geometrically – with factor 2.0 and base 10 percent, the sequence is 10, 20, 40, 80, 100 (capped) after five losses. Without a strict cap, required size becomes infeasible.
No fixed payout – in gambling, one win at even odds resets PnL. In markets, there is no guaranteed bounce nor fixed profit multiple. Trends can extend and gaps can skip levels.
Correlation of losses – losses cluster in trends and in volatility bursts. A martingale tends to be largest just when volatility is highest.
Margin and liquidity constraints – leverage limits, margin calls, position limits, and widening spreads can force liquidation before a mean reversion occurs.
Fat tails and regime shifts – assumptions of independent, Gaussian returns can understate tail risk. Structural breaks can keep the signal wrong for much longer than expected.
The simulator exposes these dynamics in the equity curve, Max Drawdown, VaR and CVaR, and via Monte Carlo sketches of forward uncertainty.
Interpreting losing streaks with numbers
A rough intuition: if your per-trade win probability is p and loss probability is q=1−p , the chance of a specific run of k consecutive losses is q^k . Over many trades, the chance that at least one k-loss run occurs grows with the number of opportunities. As a sanity check:
If p=0.55 , then q=0.45 . A 6-loss run has probability q^6 ≈ 0.008 on any six-trade window. Across hundreds of trades, a 6 to 8-loss run is not rare.
If your size factor is 1.5 and your base is 10 percent, after 8 losses the requested size is 10% × 1.5^8 ≈ 25.6% . With factor 2.0 it would try to be 10% × 2^8 = 256% but your cap will stop it. The equity curve will still wear the compounded drawdown from the sequence that led to the cap.
This is why the cap setting is central. It does not remove tail risk, but it prevents the sizing rule from demanding impossible positions
Note: The p and q math is illustrative. In live data the win rate and distribution can drift over time, so real streaks can be longer or shorter than the simple q^k intuition suggests..
Using the simulator productively
Parameter studies
Start with conservative settings. Increase one element at a time and watch how the equity, Max Drawdown, and CVaR respond.
Initial allocation – lower base reduces volatility and drawdowns across the board
Increase factor – set modestly above 1.0 if you want the effect at all; doubling is aggressive
Max cap – the most important brake; many users keep it between 20 and 50 percent
Signal selection
Keep sizing fixed and rotate signals to see how streak patterns differ. Trend-following signals tend to produce long wrong-way streaks in choppy ranges. Mean-reversion signals do the opposite. Martingale sizing interacts very differently with each.
Diagnostics to watch
Use the built-in metrics to quantify risk:
Max Drawdown – worst peak-to-trough equity loss
Sharpe and Sortino – volatility and downside-adjusted return
VaR 95 percent and CVaR – tail risk measures from the realized distribution
Alpha and Beta – relationship to your chosen benchmark
If you would like to check out the original performance metrics script with multiple assets with a better explanation on all metrics please see
Monte Carlo exploration
When enabled, the forecast draws many synthetic paths from your realized daily returns:
Choose a horizon and a number of runs
Review the bands: p5 to p95 for a wide risk envelope; p16 to p84 for a narrower range; p50 as the median path
Use the table to read the expected return over the horizon and the tail outcomes
Remember it is a sketch based on your recent distribution, not a predictor
Concrete examples
Example A: Modest martingale
Base 10 percent, factor 1.25, cap 40 percent, RSI>50 signal. You will see small escalations on 2 to 4 loss runs and frequent resets. The equity curve usually remains smooth unless the signal enters a prolonged wrong-way regime. Max DD may rise moderately versus fixed sizing.
Example B: Aggressive martingale
Base 15 percent, factor 2.0, cap 60 percent, EMA cross signal. The curve can look stellar during favorable regimes, then a single extended streak pushes allocation to the cap, and a few more losses drive deep drawdown. CVaR and Max DD jump sharply. This is a textbook case of high tail risk.
Strengths
Bar-by-bar, transparent computation of equity from stance and size
Explicit handling of wins, losses, streaks, and caps
Portable signal inputs so you can A–B test ideas quickly
Risk diagnostics and forward uncertainty visualization in one place
Example, Rolling Max Drawdown
Limitations and important notes
Martingale sizing can escalate drawdowns rapidly. The cap limits position size but not the possibility of extended adverse runs.
No commissions, slippage, margin interest, borrow costs, or liquidity limits are modeled.
Signals are evaluated on closes. Real execution and fills will differ.
Monte Carlo assumes independent draws from your recent return distribution. Markets often have serial correlation, fat tails, and regime changes.
All results are hypothetical. Use this as an educational tool, not a production risk engine.
Practical tips
Prefer gentle factors such as 1.1 to 1.3. Doubling is usually excessive outside of toy examples.
Keep a strict cap. Many users cap between 20 and 40 percent of equity per leg.
Stress test with different start dates and subperiods. Long flat or trending regimes are where martingale weaknesses appear.
Compare to an anti-martingale (increase after wins, cut after losses) to understand the other side of the trade-off.
If you deploy sizing live, add external guardrails such as a daily loss cut, volatility filters, and a global max drawdown stop.
Settings recap
Backtest start date and initial capital
Initial allocation, increase-after-loss factor, max allocation cap
Signal source selector
Trading days per year and risk-free rate
Benchmark symbol for Alpha and Beta
UI toggles for equity, buy and hold, labels, metrics, PnL, and drawdown
Monte Carlo controls for enable, runs, horizon, and result table
Final thoughts
A martingale is not a free lunch. It is a way to tilt capital allocation toward losing streaks. If the signal has a real edge and mean reversion is common, careful and capped escalation can reduce time-to-recovery. If the signal lacks edge or regimes shift, the same rule can magnify losses at the worst possible moment. This simulator makes those trade-offs visible so you can calibrate parameters, understand tail risk, and decide whether the approach belongs anywhere in your research workflow.
POC Migration Velocity (POC-MV) [PhenLabs]📊POC Migration Velocity (POC-MV)
Version: PineScript™v6
📌Description
The POC Migration Velocity indicator revolutionizes market structure analysis by tracking the movement, speed, and acceleration of Point of Control (POC) levels in real-time. This tool combines sophisticated volume distribution estimation with velocity calculations to reveal hidden market dynamics that conventional indicators miss.
POC-MV provides traders with unprecedented insight into volume-based price movement patterns, enabling the early identification of continuation and exhaustion signals before they become apparent to the broader market. By measuring how quickly and consistently the POC migrates across price levels, traders gain early warning signals for significant market shifts and can position themselves advantageously.
The indicator employs advanced algorithms to estimate intra-bar volume distribution without requiring lower timeframe data, making it accessible across all chart timeframes while maintaining sophisticated analytical capabilities.
🚀Points of Innovation
Micro-POC calculation using advanced OHLC-based volume distribution estimation
Real-time velocity and acceleration tracking normalized by ATR for cross-market consistency
Persistence scoring system that quantifies directional consistency over multiple periods
Multi-signal detection combining continuation patterns, exhaustion signals, and gap alerts
Dynamic color-coded visualization system with intensity-based feedback
Comprehensive customization options for resolution, periods, and thresholds
🔧Core Components
POC Calculation Engine: Estimates volume distribution within each bar using configurable price bands and sophisticated weighting algorithms
Velocity Measurement System: Tracks the rate of POC movement over customizable lookback periods with ATR normalization
Acceleration Calculator: Measures the rate of change of velocity to identify momentum shifts in POC migration
Persistence Analyzer: Quantifies how consistently POC moves in the same direction using exponential weighting
Signal Detection Framework: Combines trend analysis, velocity thresholds, and persistence requirements for signal generation
Visual Rendering System: Provides dynamic color-coded lines and heat ribbons based on velocity and price-POC relationships
🔥Key Features
Real-time POC calculation with 10-100 configurable price bands for optimal precision
Velocity tracking with customizable lookback periods from 5 to 50 bars
Acceleration measurement for detecting momentum changes in POC movement
Persistence scoring to validate signal strength and filter false signals
Dynamic visual feedback with blue/orange color scheme indicating bullish/bearish conditions
Comprehensive alert system for continuation patterns, exhaustion signals, and POC gaps
Adjustable information table displaying real-time metrics and current signals
Heat ribbon visualization showing price-POC relationship intensity
Multiple threshold settings for customizing signal sensitivity
Export capability for use with separate panel indicators
🎨Visualization
POC Connecting Lines: Color-coded lines showing POC levels with intensity based on velocity magnitude
Heat Ribbon: Dynamic colored ribbon around price showing POC-price basis intensity
Signal Markers: Clear exhaustion top/bottom signals with labeled shapes
Information Table: Real-time display of POC value, velocity, acceleration, basis, persistence, and current signal status
Color Gradients: Blue gradients for bullish conditions, orange gradients for bearish conditions
📖Usage Guidelines
POC Calculation Settings
POC Resolution (Price Bands): Default 20, Range 10-100. Controls the number of price bands used to estimate volume distribution within each bar
Volume Weight Factor: Default 0.7, Range 0.1-1.0. Adjusts the influence of volume in POC calculation
POC Smoothing: Default 3, Range 1-10. EMA smoothing period applied to the calculated POC to reduce noise
Velocity Settings
Velocity Lookback Period: Default 14, Range 5-50. Number of bars used to calculate POC velocity
Acceleration Period: Default 7, Range 3-20. Period for calculating POC acceleration
Velocity Significance Threshold: Default 0.5, Range 0.1-2.0. Minimum normalized velocity for continuation signals
Persistence Settings
Persistence Lookback: Default 5, Range 3-20. Number of bars examined for persistence score calculation
Persistence Threshold: Default 0.7, Range 0.5-1.0. Minimum persistence score required for continuation signals
Visual Settings
Show POC Connecting Lines: Toggle display of colored lines connecting POC levels
Show Heat Ribbon: Toggle display of colored ribbon showing POC-price relationship
Ribbon Transparency: Default 70, Range 0-100. Controls transparency level of heat ribbon
Alert Settings
Enable Continuation Alerts: Toggle alerts for continuation pattern detection
Enable Exhaustion Alerts: Toggle alerts for exhaustion pattern detection
Enable POC Gap Alerts: Toggle alerts for significant POC gaps
Gap Threshold: Default 2.0 ATR, Range 0.5-5.0. Minimum gap size to trigger alerts
✅Best Use Cases
Identifying trend continuation opportunities when POC velocity aligns with price direction
Spotting potential reversal points through exhaustion pattern detection
Confirming breakout validity by monitoring POC gap behavior
Adding volume-based context to traditional technical analysis
Managing position sizing based on POC-price basis strength
⚠️Limitations
POC calculations are estimations based on OHLC data, not true tick-by-tick volume distribution
Effectiveness may vary in low-volume or highly volatile market conditions
Requires complementary analysis tools for complete trading decisions
Signal frequency may be lower in ranging markets compared to trending conditions
Performance optimization needed for very short timeframes below 1-minute
💡What Makes This Unique
Advanced Estimation Algorithm: Sophisticated method for calculating POC without requiring lower timeframe data
Velocity-Based Analysis: Focus on POC movement dynamics rather than static levels
Comprehensive Signal Framework: Integration of continuation, exhaustion, and gap detection in one indicator
Dynamic Visual Feedback: Intensity-based color coding that adapts to market conditions
Persistence Validation: Unique scoring system to filter signals based on directional consistency
🔬How It Works
Volume Distribution Estimation:
Divides each bar into configurable price bands for volume analysis
Applies sophisticated weighting based on OHLC relationships and proximity to close
Identifies the price level with maximum estimated volume as the POC
Velocity and Acceleration Calculation:
Measures POC rate of change over specified lookback periods
Normalizes values using ATR for consistent cross-market performance
Calculates acceleration as the rate of change of velocity
Signal Generation Process:
Combines trend direction analysis using EMA crossovers
Applies velocity and persistence thresholds to filter signals
Generates continuation, exhaustion, and gap alerts based on specific criteria
💡Note:
This indicator provides estimated POC calculations based on available OHLC data and should be used in conjunction with other analysis methods. The velocity-based approach offers unique insights into market structure dynamics but requires proper risk management and complementary analysis for optimal trading decisions.
ATR SL/TPStop Loss Finder ATR
A Stop Loss Finder ATR indicator is a dynamic risk management tool leveraging the Average True Range (ATR) to identify and track optimal stop-loss levels based on current market volatility.
A stop hunt indicator is a technical tool designed to identify potential instances where large market participants, often referred to as "smart money," deliberately move the price to trigger a large number of stop-loss orders, creating a temporary price distortion before reversing the trend. These indicators aim to help traders detect these events to either avoid being stopped out or to enter trades in the direction of the anticipated reversal.
For example, a long wick below support with high volume may signal a bullish stop-hunt , indicating that the price has been driven down to trigger sell-stop orders before reversing upward. Conversely, a long wick above resistance with high volume may signal a bearish stop-hunt , suggesting the price was pushed up to trigger buy-stop orders before reversing downward. The presence of such wicks is often associated with candlestick patterns like hammers or shooting stars.
Unlike fixed stop-losses, this indicator adapts its distance from the current price using a customizable ATR multiplier, ensuring that stop-loss levels are neither too tight (prone to being triggered by normal market noise) nor too wide (exposing capital to excessive risk) . The core function calculates the true range—considering the current high-low range, gaps up, and gaps down—over a user-defined period (typically 14 bars), then applies a multiplier to generate a volatility-adjusted stop-loss distance . This approach allows the indicator to dynamically widen stops during high-volatility periods and tighten them during calm markets, providing a more responsive and context-aware exit strategy.
SMC Suite - OB . Breaker . Liquidity Sweep . FVGSMC Suite — Order Blocks • Breaker • Liquidity Sweep • FVG
What it does:
Maps institutional SMC structure (OB → Breaker flips, Liquidity Sweeps, and 3-bar FVGs) and alerts when price retests those zones with optional r ejection-wick confirmation .
Why this isn’t “just a mashup”?
This tool implements a specific interaction between four classic SMC concepts instead of only plotting them side-by-side:
1. OB → Breaker Flip (automated): When price invalidates an Order Block (OB), the script converts that zone into a Breaker of opposite bias (bullish ⇄ bearish), extends it, and uses it for retest signals.
2. Liquidity-Gated FVGs : Fair Value Gaps (3-bar imbalances) are optionally gated—they’re only drawn/used if a recent liquidity sweep occurred within a user-defined lookback.
3. Retest Engine with Rejection Filter : Entries are not whenever a zone prints. Signals fire only if price retests the zone, and (optionally) the candle shows a rejection wick ≥ X% of its range.
4. Signal Cooldown : Prevents spam by enforcing a minimum bar gap between consecutive signals.
These behaviors work together to catch the sequence many traders look for: sweep → impulse → OB/FVG → retest + rejection.
Concepts & exact rules
1) Impulsive move and swing structure
• A bar is “ impulsive ” when its range ≥ ATR × Impulsive Mult and it closes in the direction of the move.
• Swings use Pivot Length (lenSwing) on both sides (HH/LL detection). These HH/LLs are also used for sweep checks.
2) Order Blocks (OB)
• Bullish OB : last bearish candle body before an i mpulsive up-move that breaks the prior swing high . Zone = min(open, close) to low of that candle.
• Bearish OB : last bullish candle body before an impulsive down-move that breaks the prior swing low . Zone = high to max(open, close).
• Zones extend right for OB Forward Extend bars.
3) Breaker Blocks (automatic flip)
If price invalidates an OB (closes below a bullish OB’s low or above a bearish OB’s high), that OB flips into a Breaker of opposite bias:
• Invalidated bullish OB → Bearish Breaker (resistance).
• Invalidated bearish OB → Bullish Breaker (support).
Breakers get their own style/opacity and are used for separate Breaker Retest signals.
4) Liquidity Sweeps (decluttered)
• Bullish sweep : price takes prior high but closes back below it.
• Bearish sweep : price takes prior low but closes back above it.
Display can be tiny arrows (default), short non-extending lines, or hidden. Old marks auto-expire to keep the chart clean.
5) Fair Value Gaps (FVG, 3-bar)
• Bearish FVG : high < low and current high < low .
• Bullish FVG : low > high and current low > high .
• Optional gating: only create/use FVGs if a sweep occurred within ‘Recent sweep’ lookback.
6) Retest signals (what actually alerts)
A signal is true when price re-enters a zone and (optionally) the candle shows a rejection wick:
• OB Retest LONG/SHORT — same-direction retest of OB.
• Breaker LONG/SHORT — opposite-direction retest of flipped breaker.
• FVG LONG/SHORT — touch/fill of FVG with rejection.
You can require a wick ratio (e.g., bottom wick ≥ 60% of range for longs; top wick for shorts). A cooldown prevents back-to-back alerts.
How to use
1. Pick timeframe/market : Works on any symbol/TF. Many use 15m–4h intraday and 1D swing.
2. *Tune Pivot Length & Impulsive Mult:
• Smaller = more zones and quicker flips; larger = fewer but stronger.
3. Decide whether to gate FVGs with sweeps : Turn on “Require prior Liquidity Sweep” to focus on post-liquidity setups.
4. Set wick filter : Start with 0.6 (60%) for cleaner signals; lower it if too strict.
5. Style : Use the Style / Zones & Style / Breakers groups to set colors & opacity for OB, Breakers, FVGs.
6. Alerts : Add alerts on any of:
• OB Retest LONG/SHORT
• Breaker LONG/SHORT
• FVG LONG/SHORT
Choose “Once per bar close” to avoid intrabar noise.
Inputs (key)
• Swing Pivot Length — swing sensitivity for HH/LL and sweeps.
• Impulsive Move (ATR ×) — defines the impulse that validates OBs.
• OB/FVG Forward Extend — how long zones project.
• Require prior Liquidity Sweep — gate FVG creation/usage.
• Rejection Wick ≥ % — confirmation filter for retests.
• Signal Cooldown (bars) — throttles repeated alerts.
• Display options for sweep marks — arrows vs short lines vs hidden.
• Full color/opacity controls — independent palettes for OB, Breakers, and FVGs (fills & borders).
What’s original here
• Automatic OB → Breaker conversion with separate retest logic.
• Liquidity-conditioned FVGs (FVGs can be required to follow a recent sweep).
• Unified retest engine with wick-ratio confirmation + cooldown.
• Decluttered liquidity visualization (caps, expiry, and non-extending lines).
• Complete styling controls for zone types (fills & borders), plus matching signal label colors.
🔹 Notes
• This script is invite-only.
• It is designed for educational and discretionary trading use, not as an autotrader.
• No performance guarantees are implied — always test on multiple markets and timeframes.
Persistence# Persistence
## What it does
Measures **price change persistence**, defined as the percentage of bars within a lookback window that closed higher than the prior close. A high value means the instrument has been closing up frequently, which can indicate durable momentum. This mirrors Stockbee’s idea: *select stocks with high price change persistence*, and then combine **momentum plus persistence**.
## Can be used for scanning in PineScreener
## Calculation
* `isUp` is true when `close > close `.
* `countUp` counts true instances over the last `len` bars.
* `pctUp = 100 * countUp / len`, bounded between 0 and 100.
* A 50% level is a natural baseline. Above 50% suggests more up closes than down closes in the window.
## Inputs
* **Lookback bars (`len`)**: default 252 for roughly one trading year on a daily chart. On weekly charts use something like 52, on monthly charts use 12.
## How to use
1. **Screen for persistence**
Sort a watchlist by the plotted value, higher is better. Many momentum traders start looking above 58 to 65 percent, then layer a trend filter.
2. **Combine with momentum**
Examples, pick tickers with:
* `pctUp > 60`, and price above a rising EMA50 or EMA100.
* `pctUp rising` and weekly ROC positive.
3. **Switch timeframe to change the horizon**
* Daily chart with `len = 252` approximates one year.
* Weekly chart with `len = 52` approximates one year.
* Monthly chart with `len = 12` approximates one year.
## TC2000 equivalence
Stockbee’s TC2000 expression:
```
CountTrue(c > c1, 252)
```
## Interpretation guide
* **70 to 90**: very strong persistence; often trend leaders, check for extensions and risk controls.
* **60 to 70**: constructive persistence; good hunting ground for swing setups that also pass momentum filters.
* **50**: neutral baseline; around random up vs down frequency.
* **Below 50**: persistent weakness; consider only for mean reversion or short strategies.
## Practical tips
* **Event effects**: ex-dividend gaps can reduce persistence on high yield names. Earnings gaps can swing the value sharply.
* **Survivorship bias**: when backtesting on curated lists, persistence can look cleaner than in live scans.
* **Liquidity**: thin names may show noisy persistence due to erratic prints.
## Reference to Stockbee
* “One way to select stocks for swing trading is to find those with high price change persistence.”
* “Persistence can be calculated on a daily, monthly, or weekly timeframe.”
* TC2000 function: `CountTrue(c > c1, 252)`
* Example noted in the tweet: CVNA had very high one-year price persistence at the time of that post.
* Takeaway: **look for momentum plus persistence**, not persistence alone.
Каналы_SMA_magistratura⚜️ Custom Indicator "ChannelsSMA_magistratura" — Seeing Trends as Zones, Not Lines
🔹 Why traditional trend lines aren't always practical?
— We draw trend lines, parallels, resistance levels — and the chart turns into a "geometry notebook",
— Every new impulse requires a new channel,
— Old lines get in the way and need to be deleted,
→ This is inefficient, unstructured, and not scalable.
🔹 Alternative — Moving Averages (SMA)
— SMAs show the trend direction without extra drawings,
— We already use SMA Magistratura to see all moving averages across timeframes,
— But we can go even further.
🔹 What are "ChannelsSMA_magistratura"?
— A custom indicator that turns SMA lines into zones,
— Each moving average is surrounded by a channel,
— Channel width is optimized based on backtesting,
→ Shows the normal price range around each SMA.
🔹 How the indicator works
— Visually:
SMA — central line,
Channel boundaries — on both sides,
The space between channels — filled in gray.
📌 Gray zones = deviations we call "gaps" (or "breakouts").
🔹 Normal vs. Anomaly
✅ Normal (Equilibrium):
— Price moves within the channel,
— Channels are nested:
→ Daily inside Weekly,
→ Weekly inside Monthly,
→ Monthly inside 3-Monthly.
→ Market is balanced — low volatility, stable trend.
⚠️ Anomaly (Gap):
— Price moves outside the channel,
— Channels diverge, forming a fan:
→ Monthly separates from 3-Monthly,
→ Weekly from Monthly,
→ Daily from Weekly.
→ This signals volatility, potential impulse, or correction.
🔹 Why are gaps the best entry points?
— A gap = anomalous deviation,
— Market is overbought or oversold,
— The wider the gap — the higher the chance of a strong reversal or new impulse.
📌 Example:
— Before a strong rally, price accumulates inside the channel,
— Then — a sharp breakout, piercing multiple levels.
🔹 Why is this indicator separate?
— Not always needed,
— Can be turned on/off for local analysis,
— Keeps the chart clean when using other tools.
🔹 Advantages over manual drawing
— No need to build channels manually,
— No guessing where support/resistance is,
— Everything is visible in advance, visually, and systematically.
"ChannelsSMA_magistratura" is not just an indicator.
It’s a way to see the trend not as a line — but as a zone.
It’s the ability to see not what has already happened,
but what is about to happen.
Multi-Timeframe Options Strategy with Dynamic Scoring System## Multi-Timeframe Options Strategy with Dynamic Scoring System
### Overview
This indicator combines 12 technical analysis tools using a proprietary 30-point scoring system to generate options trading signals (CALL/PUT). It's designed for traders seeking confluence-based entries with multiple confirmation layers.
### How the Scoring System Works
The indicator evaluates market conditions across three categories:
**Trend Analysis (9 points maximum):**
- EMA Alignment (9, 21, 50, 200): Checks if moving averages are properly stacked (3 points)
- ADX Trend Strength: Confirms trend momentum above 25 threshold (3 points)
- Higher Timeframe Confirmation: Validates signals against larger timeframe trend (3 points)
**Momentum Indicators (7 points maximum):**
- RSI Position & Direction: Optimal zones 40-65 for buys, 35-60 for sells (2 points)
- MACD Signal Line Cross: Momentum confirmation (2 points)
- Stochastic Oscillator: Overbought/oversold conditions (2 points)
- Bollinger Band Position: Price relative to middle band (1 point)
**Market Quality Filters (4 points maximum):**
- Volume Confirmation: 1.5x average volume requirement (2 points)
- VWAP Position: Trend alignment check (1 point)
- ATR Volatility: Ensures adequate price movement (1 point)
### Key Features
**1. Fair Value Gaps (FVG)**
- Identifies price inefficiencies between candles
- Bullish FVG: Current low > high (potential support)
- Bearish FVG: Current high < low (potential resistance)
- Visual representation with colored boxes on chart
**2. Three Operating Modes**
- Normal Mode: Minimum 10 points - balanced signal frequency
- High Mode: Minimum 15 points - fewer but stronger signals
- Ultra Mode: Minimum 20 points - only highest quality setups
**3. Protection Mechanisms**
- Bollinger Band squeeze detection avoids ranging markets
- Prevents conflicting signals (no simultaneous CALL/PUT)
- 5-bar minimum cooldown between signals
- Filters extreme RSI readings (>75 or <25)
**4. Risk Management**
- Three profit targets: 0.5%, 1%, 1.5%
- Stop loss: 0.5% or ATR-based
- Visual target lines with entry/exit levels
### How Components Work Together
The indicator creates a comprehensive market analysis by combining:
- **EMAs** provide the trend structure framework
- **Oscillators** (RSI, Stochastic) identify optimal entry timing
- **ADX** confirms trend strength to filter weak signals
- **Volume** validates institutional participation
- **Higher timeframe** acts as a directional filter
Each component contributes points to either bullish or bearish scoring. Signals only generate when one direction significantly outweighs the other and meets minimum thresholds.
### Usage Instructions
1. **Select Mode**: Choose Normal/High/Ultra based on your trading style
2. **Monitor Dashboard**: Check real-time scoring and market conditions
3. **Wait for Signals**: Main BUY/SELL labels appear when criteria met
4. **Follow Targets**: Use automated TP and SL levels for risk management
5. **Candle Labels**: Optional CALL/PUT labels show building momentum
### Dashboard Information
The dashboard displays:
- Current trend direction and HTF confirmation
- ADX strength and direction
- RSI status with divergence detection
- MACD momentum state
- Volume multiplier
- Market condition (trending/ranging)
- Live scoring for both directions
### Important Notes
- This is a technical analysis tool, not financial advice
- Past performance does not guarantee future results
- Always use proper risk management
- Test thoroughly on demo before live trading
### Originality
This indicator's unique value comes from:
1. The 30-point weighted scoring system that prioritizes different factors
2. Integration of Fair Value Gaps with traditional indicators
3. Multi-mode operation allowing traders to adjust signal frequency
4. Higher timeframe validation system
5. Comprehensive filtering to reduce false signals
The combination creates a systematic approach to options trading that goes beyond simple indicator mashups by providing clear, scored reasoning for each signal.
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### Updates and Support
For questions or suggestions, please comment below. The indicator will be updated based on community feedback while maintaining compliance with all platform rules.
True Order Block (OB) True Order Block (OB)
This script automatically detects and plots Order Blocks (OBs) based on the presence of Fair Value Gaps (FVGs).
Only Order Blocks are displayed on the chart.
🔎 How it works
The script looks for Fair Value Gaps (FVGs) according to a relaxed 3-candle definition.
Once an FVG is detected:
For a Bullish FVG → the last bearish candle before the gap is marked as the Bullish Order Block.
For a Bearish FVG → the last bullish candle before the gap is marked as the Bearish Order Block.
OBs are extended into the future until price either:
mitigates the zone (optional auto-removal), or
the number of live OBs exceeds the user’s maximum (FIFO cleanup).
⚙️ User settings
Draw Order Blocks (enable/disable plotting)
Minimum OB length (how far each zone extends initially)
Remove OB after violation (auto delete invalidated zones)
Max active OBs (limit on displayed zones for clarity)
Bullish/Bearish OB colors
✅ Key features
Fully automated OB detection
No clutter – only OBs are plotted (FVG logic hidden in the background)
Smart cleanup: mitigated zones are removed automatically
Customizable colors & limits
⚠️ Notes
This tool is designed for educational and analytical purposes only.
It does not generate trade signals.
Always combine with your own strategy, market context, and risk management.
ICT HTF Candles + CISD + FVG, by AlephxxiiICT HTF Candles + CISD + FVG
A practical, friendly overlay for ICT-style trading
This indicator gives you three things at once—right on your chart:
HTF Candles Panel (context):
Compact candles from higher timeframes (e.g., 5m, 15m, 1H, 4H, 1D, 1W) appear to the right of price so you always see the higher-timeframe story without switching charts. It includes labels, remaining time for the current HTF candle, and optional open/high/low/close reference lines.
CISD Levels (bias flips):
Automatically plots +CISD and -CISD lines. When price closes above +CISD, the indicator considers bullish delivery. When price closes below -CISD, it considers bearish delivery. An on-chart table (optional) shows the current bias at a glance.
FVG (Fair Value Gaps):
Highlights inefficiency zones (gaps) on your current timeframe and/or a selected higher timeframe. You can choose to mark a gap “filled” when price hits the midpoint (optional).
Quick start (2 minutes)
Add to chart and keep your normal trading timeframe (e.g., 1–5m).
In settings → HTF 1..6, pick the higher timeframes you want to see (e.g., 5m, 15m, 1H, 4H, 1D, 1W).
Turn on FVG (current, HTF or both).
Watch +CISD / -CISD lines and the Current State table.
Close above +CISD → Bullish bias
Close below -CISD → Bearish bias
Trade with the bias and use FVGs as areas to refine entries or targets.
How to read it (the simple way)
Bias (CISD):
Bullish once price closes above the active +CISD level.
Bearish once price closes below the active -CISD level.
The small table (if enabled) says Bullish or Bearish right now.
HTF panel:
Shows higher-timeframe candles next to your current chart.
Labels show the timeframe (e.g., 1H) and a countdown for the current candle.
Optional traces draw HTF Open/High/Low/Close levels—great “magnets” for price.
FVGs:
Shaded boxes = potential inefficiency areas.
If Midpoint Fill is on, a touch of the midline counts as filled.
You can display current TF, HTF, or both.
Suggested workflow (popular ICT-style intraday)
Define bias with CISD
Only look for longs if Bullish, shorts if Bearish.
Check HTF context
Are you trading into a large HTF FVG or key HTF O/H/L/C level? That can be a target or a headwind.
Refine entries with FVGs
On your entry TF (1–5m), use fresh FVGs in the direction of the bias. Avoid fading straight into big HTF imbalances.
Key settings you’ll actually use
HTF 1..6: toggle each strip, select timeframe, and how many candles to show.
Style & layout: adjust offset, spacing, and width of the right-side panels.
Labels & timers: show/hide HTF name and remaining time; place labels at Top/Bottom/Both.
Custom daily open (NY): set the 1D candle to start at Midnight, 08:30, or 09:30 (America/New_York).
Trace lines: optional HTF O/H/L/C lines (style, width, anchor TF).
FVG module (extra): choose Current TF / HTF / Both, enable Midpoint Fill, auto-delete on fill, and show timeframe labels.
CISD lines: customize color, style (solid/dotted/dashed), thickness, and forward extension.
Table: enable/disable and choose its position.
Alerts
When a CISD completes, the script fires an alert (e.g., “Bullish CISD Formed” or “Bearish CISD Formed”).
Tip: Set your TradingView alert once on the indicator, then choose the alert message you want to receive.
Notes & limitations (read me)
“VI” label: The “Volume Imbalance” option marks price imbalances (body non-overlap). It does not read volume data.
Timezone: Daily logic and timers use America/New_York, which aligns with US indices/equities and common ICT practice.
Performance: This tool draws many boxes/lines/labels. If your chart feels heavy, reduce the number of HTFs or candles shown, or narrow panel width.
Repainting: HTF panels are designed to avoid future leakage; FVG logic follows standard 3-bar checks. As usual, wait for candle closes for confirmations.
Level cleanup: If Keep old CISD levels is OFF (default), the script keeps only the current active CISD to reduce clutter.
Overnight Gap Dominance Indicator (OGDI)The Overnight Gap Dominance Indicator (OGDI) measures the relative volatility of overnight price gaps versus intraday price movements for a given security, such as SPY or SPX. It uses a rolling standard deviation of absolute overnight percentage changes divided by the standard deviation of absolute intraday percentage changes over a customizable window. This helps traders identify periods where overnight gaps predominate, suggesting potential opportunities for strategies leveraging extended market moves.
Instructions
A
pply the indicator to your TradingView chart for the desired security (e.g., SPY or SPX).
Adjust the "Rolling Window" input to set the lookback period (default: 60 bars).
Modify the "1DTE Threshold" and "2DTE+ Threshold" inputs to tailor the levels at which you switch from 0DTE to 1DTE or multi-DTE strategies (default: 0.5 and 0.6).
Observe the OGDI line: values above the 1DTE threshold suggest favoring 1DTE strategies, while values above the 2DTE+ threshold indicate multi-DTE strategies may be more effective.
Use in conjunction with low VIX environments and uptrend legs for optimal results.
Trading Macro Windows by BW v2
Trading Macros by BW: Integrating ICT Concepts for Session Analysis
This indicator combines two key Inner Circle Trader (ICT) concepts—Change in State of Delivery (CISD) or Inverted Fair Value Gap (IFVG) signals with Macro Time Windows—to provide a unified tool for analyzing intraday price action, particularly during Pacific Time (PT) sessions. Rather than simply merging existing scripts, this integration creates a cohesive visual framework that highlights how macro consolidation periods interact with potential reversal or continuation signals like CISD or IFVG. By overlaying macro candle styling and borders on the chart alongside selectable signal lines, traders can better contextualize setups within ICT's macro narrative, where price often manipulates liquidity during these windows before displacing toward higher-timeframe objectives.
Core Components and How They Work Together:
Macro Time Windows (Inspired by ICT's Macro Periods):
ICT emphasizes "macro" as 30-minute windows (e.g., 06:45–07:15 PT, 07:45–08:15 PT, up to 11:45–12:15 PT) where price tends to consolidate, sweep liquidity, or form key structures like Fair Value Gaps (FVGs). These periods set the stage for the session's directional bias.
The indicator styles candles within these windows using a user-defined color for wicks, borders, and bodies (translucent for visibility). This visual emphasis helps traders focus on activity inside macros, where reversals or continuations often originate.
Borders are drawn as vertical lines at the start and end of each window (with a +5 minute buffer to capture related activity), using a dotted style by default. This creates a "study zone" that encapsulates macro events, allowing traders to assess if price is respecting or violating these zones in alignment with broader ICT models like the Power of 3 (AMD cycle).
Toggle: "Macro Candles Enabled" (default: true) – Turn off to disable styling and borders if focusing solely on signals.
CISD or IFVG Signals (Selectable Mode):
Mode Selection: Choose between "Change in the State of Delivery" (CISD) or "IFVG" (default: IFVG). Both detect shifts in market delivery during specific 30-minute slices (15–45 or 17–45 minutes past the hour in PT sessions).
CISD Mode: Based on ICT's definition of a sudden directional shift, this identifies aggressive displacements after sweeping recent highs/lows. It uses a rolling reference high/low over 6 bars, checks for sweeps (penetrating by at least 2 ticks in the last 2-3 bars), reclamation (closing beyond the reference with at least 50% body), and displacement (50% of prior range or an immediate FVG of 6+ ticks). Signals plot a horizontal line from the close, extending 24 bars right, labeled "CISD."
IFVG Mode: Focuses on Inverted Fair Value Gaps, where a bullish FVG (low > high by 13+ ticks) forms but is inverted (closed below) in the same slice, signaling bearish intent (or vice versa). This targets violations against opposing liquidity, often leading to raids on external ranges. Signals plot similarly, labeled "IFVG."
Shared Logic: Both modes enforce a 55-bar cooldown to prevent clustering, operate only during PT sessions (06:30–13:00), and use tick-based thresholds for precision across instruments. The integration with macros allows traders to see if signals occur within or at the edges of macro windows, enhancing confirmation—for example, a CISD inside a macro might indicate a manipulated reversal toward the session's true objective.
Toggle: "Signals Enabled" (default: true) – Turn off to hide all signal lines and labels, isolating the macro visualization.
How Components Interact:
Macro windows provide the "narrative context" (consolidation/manipulation), while CISD/IFVG signals detect the "delivery shift" (displacement). Together, they form a mashup that justifies publication: isolated signals can be noisy, but when filtered by macro periods, they align with ICT's session model. For instance, an IFVG inversion during a macro might confirm a liquidity sweep before targeting PD arrays or order blocks.
No external dependencies; all calculations are self-contained using Pine's built-in functions like ta.highest/lowest for references and time-based sessions for windows.
Usage Guidelines:
Apply to intraday charts (e.g., 1-5 min) or stocks during PT hours.
Look for confluence: A bull IFVG signal post-macro low sweep might target the next macro high or daily bias.
Customize colors/styles for signals (solid/dashed/dotted lines) and macros to suit your chart.
Backtest in replay mode to observe how macros frame signals—e.g., price often respects macro borders as S/R.
Limitations: Timezone-fixed to PT (America/Los_Angeles); signals are directional hints, not trade entries. Combine with ICT tools like order blocks or liquidity pools for full setups.
This script draws from community ICT implementations but refines them into a single, purpose-built tool for macro-driven trading, reducing chart clutter while emphasizing interconnected concepts. Feedback welcome!
The Barking Rat LiteMomentum & FVG Reversion Strategy
The Barking Rat Lite is a disciplined, short-term mean-reversion strategy that combines RSI momentum filtering, EMA bands, and Fair Value Gap (FVG) detection to identify short-term reversal points. Designed for practical use on volatile markets, it focuses on precise entries and ATR-based take profit management to balance opportunity and risk.
Core Concept
This strategy seeks potential reversals when short-term price action shows exhaustion outside an EMA band, confirmed by momentum and FVG signals:
EMA Bands:
Parameters used: A 20-period EMA (fast) and 100-period EMA (slow).
Why chosen:
- The 20 EMA is sensitive to short-term moves and reflects immediate momentum.
- The 100 EMA provides a slower, structural anchor.
When price trades outside both bands, it often signals overextension relative to both short-term and medium-term trends.
Application in strategy:
- Long entries are only considered when price dips below both EMAs, identifying potential undervaluation.
- Short entries are only considered when price rises above both EMAs, identifying potential overvaluation.
This dual-band filter avoids counter-trend signals that would occur if only a single EMA was used, making entries more selective..
Fair Value Gap Detection (FVG):
Parameters used: The script checks for dislocations using a 12-bar lookback (i.e. comparing current highs/lows with values 12 candles back).
Why chosen:
- A 12-bar displacement highlights significant inefficiencies in price structure while filtering out micro-gaps that appear every few bars in high-volatility markets.
- By aligning FVG signals with candle direction (bullish = close > open, bearish = close < open), the strategy avoids random gaps and instead targets ones that suggest exhaustion.
Application in strategy:
- Bullish FVGs form when earlier lows sit above current highs, hinting at downward over-extension.
- Bearish FVGs form when earlier highs sit below current lows, hinting at upward over-extension.
This gives the strategy a structural filter beyond simple oscillators, ensuring signals have price-dislocation context.
RSI Momentum Filter:
Parameters used: 14-period RSI with thresholds of 80 (overbought) and 20 (oversold).
Why chosen:
- RSI(14) is a widely recognized momentum measure that balances responsiveness with stability.
- The thresholds are intentionally extreme (80/20 vs. the more common 70/30), so the strategy only engages at genuine exhaustion points rather than frequent minor corrections.
Application in strategy:
- Longs trigger when RSI < 20, suggesting oversold exhaustion.
- Shorts trigger when RSI > 80, suggesting overbought exhaustion.
This ensures entries are not just technically valid but also backed by momentum extremes, raising conviction.
ATR-Based Take Profit:
Parameters used: 14-period ATR, with a default multiplier of 4.
Why chosen:
- ATR(14) reflects the prevailing volatility environment without reacting too much to outliers.
- A multiplier of 4 is a pragmatic compromise: wide enough to let trades breathe in volatile conditions, but tight enough to enforce disciplined exits before mean reversion fades.
Application in strategy:
- At entry, a fixed target is set = Entry Price ± (ATR × 4).
- This target scales automatically with volatility: narrower in calm periods, wider in explosive markets.
By avoiding discretionary exits, the system maintains rule-based discipline.
Visual Signals on Chart
Blue “▲” below candle: Potential long entry
Orange/Yellow “▼” above candle: Potential short entry
Green “✔️”: Trade closed at ATR take profit
Blue (20 EMA) & Orange (100 EMA) lines: Dynamic channel reference
⚙️Strategy report properties
Position size: 25% equity per trade
Initial capital: 10,000.00 USDT
Pyramiding: 10 entries per direction
Slippage: 2 ticks
Commission: 0.055% per side
Backtest timeframe: 1-minute
Backtest instrument: HYPEUSDT
Backtesting range: Jul 28, 2025 — Aug 17, 2025
Note on Sample Size:
You’ll notice the report displays fewer than the ideal 100 trades in the strategy report above. This is intentional. The goal of the script is to isolate high-quality, short-term reversal opportunities while filtering out low-conviction setups. This means that the Barking Rat Lite strategy is very selective, filtering out over 90% of market noise. The brief timeframe shown in the strategy report here illustrates its filtering logic over a short window — not its full capabilities. As a result, even on lower timeframes like the 1-minute chart, signals are deliberately sparse — each one must pass all criteria before triggering.
For a larger dataset:
Once the strategy is applied to your chart, users are encouraged to expand the lookback range or apply the strategy to other volatile pairs to view a full sample.
💡Why 25% Equity Per Trade?
While it's always best to size positions based on personal risk tolerance, we defaulted to 25% equity per trade in the backtesting data — and here’s why:
Backtests using this sizing show manageable drawdowns even under volatile periods.
The strategy generates a sizeable number of trades, reducing reliance on a single outcome.
Combined with conservative filters, the 25% setting offers a balance between aggression and control.
Users are strongly encouraged to customize this to suit their risk profile.
What makes Barking Rat Lite valuable
Combines multiple layers of confirmation: EMA bands + FVG + RSI
Adaptive to volatility: ATR-based exits scale with market conditions
Clear, actionable visuals: Easy to monitor and manage trades
Dual Volume Profiles: Session + Rolling (Range Delineation)Dual Volume Profiles: Session + Rolling (Range Delineation)
INTRO
This is a probability-centric take on volume profile. I treat the volume histogram as an empirical PDF over price, updated in real time, which makes multi-modality (multiple acceptance basins) explicit rather than assumed away. The immediate benefit is operational: if we can read the shape of the distribution, we can infer likely reversion levels (POC), acceptance boundaries (VAH/VAL), and low-friction corridors (LVNs).
My working hypothesis is that what traders often label “fat tails” or “power-law behavior” at short horizons is frequently a tail-conditioned view of a higher-level Gaussian regime. In other words, child distributions (shorter periodicities) sit within parent distributions (longer periodicities); when price operates in the parent’s tail, the child regime looks heavy-tailed without being fundamentally non-Gaussian. This is consistent with a hierarchical/mixture view and with the spirit of the central limit theorem—Gaussian structure emerges at aggregate scales, while local scales can look non-Gaussian due to nesting and conditioning.
This indicator operationalizes that view by plotting two nested empirical PDFs: a rolling (local) profile and a session-anchored profile. Their confluence makes ranges explicit and turns “regime” into something you can see. For additional nesting, run multiple instances with different lookbacks. When using the default settings combined with a separate daily VP, you effectively get three nested distributions (local → session → daily) on the chart.
This indicator plots two nested distributions side-by-side:
Rolling (Local) Profile — short-window, prorated histogram that “breathes” with price and maps the immediate auction.
Session Anchored Profile — cumulative distribution since the current session start (Premkt → RTH → AH anchoring), revealing the parent regime.
Use their confluence to identify range floors/ceilings, mean-reversion magnets, and low-volume “air pockets” for fast traverses.
What it shows
POC (dashed): central tendency / “magnet” (highest-volume bin).
VAH & VAL (solid): acceptance boundaries enclosing an exact Value Area % around each profile’s POC.
Volume histograms:
Rolling can auto-color by buy/sell dominance over the lookback (green = buying ≥ selling, red = selling > buying).
Session uses a fixed style (blue by default).
Session anchoring (exchange timezone):
Premarket → anchors at 00:00 (midnight).
RTH → anchors at 09:30.
After-hours → anchors at 16:00.
Session display span:
Session Max Span (bars) = 0 → draw from session start → now (anchored).
> 0 → draw a rolling window N bars back → now, while still measuring all volume since session start.
Why it’s useful
Think in terms of nested probability distributions: the rolling node is your local Gaussian; the session node is its parent.
VA↔VA overlap ≈ strong range boundary.
POC↔POC alignment ≈ reliable mean-reversion target.
LVNs (gaps) ≈ low-friction corridors—expect quick moves to the next node.
Quick start
Add to chart (great on 5–10s, 15–60s, 1–5m).
Start with: bins = 240, vaPct = 0.68, barsBack = 60.
Watch for:
First test & rejection at overlapping VALs/VAHs → fade back toward POC.
Acceptance beyond VA (several closes + growing outer-bin mass) → traverse to the next node.
Inputs (detailed)
General
Lookback Bars (Rolling)
Count of most-recent bars for the rolling/local histogram. Larger = smoother node that shifts slower; smaller = more reactive, “breathing” profile.
• Typical: 40–80 on 5–10s charts; 60–120 on 1–5m.
• If you increase this but keep Number of Bins fixed, each bin aggregates more volume (coarser bins).
Number of Bins
Vertical resolution (price buckets) for both rolling and session histograms. Higher = finer detail and crisper LVNs, but more line objects (closer to platform limits).
• Typical: 120–240 on 5–10s; 80–160 on 1–5m.
• If you hit performance or object limits, reduce this first.
Value Area %
Exact central coverage for VAH/VAL around POC. Computed empirically from the histogram (no Gaussian assumption): the algorithm expands from POC outward until the chosen % is enclosed.
• Common: 0.68 (≈“1σ-like”), 0.70 for slightly wider core.
• Smaller = tighter VA (more breakout flags). Larger = wider VA (more reversion bias).
Max Local Profile Width (px)
Horizontal length (in pixels) of the rolling bars/lines and its VA/POC overlays. Visual only (does not affect calculations).
Session Settings
RTH Start/End (exchange tz)
Defines the current session anchor (Premkt=00:00, RTH=your start, AH=your end). The session histogram always measures from the most recent session start and resets at each boundary.
Session Max Span (bars, 0 = full session)
Display window for session drawings (POC/VA/Histogram).
• 0 → draw from session start → now (anchored).
• > 0 → draw N bars back → now (rolling look), while still measuring all volume since session start.
This keeps the “parent” distribution measurable while letting the display track current action.
Local (Rolling) — Visibility
Show Local Profile Bars / POC / VAH & VAL
Toggle each overlay independently. If you approach object limits, disable bars first (POC/VA lines are lighter).
Local (Rolling) — Colors & Widths
Color by Buy/Sell Dominance
Fast uptick/downtick proxy over the rolling window (close vs open):
• Buying ≥ Selling → Bullish Color (default lime).
• Selling > Buying → Bearish Color (default red).
This color drives local bars, local POC, and local VA lines.
• Disable to use fixed Bars Color / POC Color / VA Lines Color.
Bars Transparency (0–100) — alpha for the local histogram (higher = lighter).
Bars Line Width (thickness) — draw thin-line profiles or chunky blocks.
POC Line Width / VA Lines Width — overlay thickness. POC is dashed, VAH/VAL solid by design.
Session — Visibility
Show Session Profile Bars / POC / VAH & VAL
Independent toggles for the session layer.
Session — Colors & Widths
Bars/POC/VA Colors & Line Widths
Fixed palette by design (default blue). These do not change with buy/sell dominance.
• Use transparency and width to make the parent profile prominent or subtle.
• Prefer minimal? Hide session bars; keep only session VA/POC.
Reading the signals (detailed playbook)
Core definitions
POC — highest-volume bin (fair price “magnet”).
VAH/VAL — upper/lower bounds enclosing your Value Area % around POC.
Node — contiguous block of high-volume bins (acceptance).
LVN — low-volume gap between nodes (low friction path).
Rejection vs Acceptance (practical rule)
Rejection at VA edge: 0–1 closes beyond VA and no persistent growth in outer bins.
Acceptance beyond VA: ≥3 closes beyond VA and outer-bin mass grows (e.g., added volume beyond the VA edge ≥ 5–10% of node volume over the last N bars). Treat acceptance as regime change.
Confluence scores (make boundary/target quality objective)
VA overlap strength (range boundary):
C_VA = 1 − |VA_edge_local − VA_edge_session| / ATR(n)
Values near 1.0 = tight overlap (stronger boundary).
Use: if C_VA ≥ 0.6–0.8, treat as high-quality fade zone.
POC alignment (magnet quality):
C_POC = 1 − |POC_local − POC_session| / ATR(n)
Higher C_POC = greater chance a rotation completes to that fair price.
(You can estimate these by eye.)
Setups
1) Range Fade at VA Confluence (mean reversion)
Context: Local VAL/VAH near Session VAL/VAH (tight overlap), clear node, local color not screaming trend (or flips to your side).
Entry: First test & rejection at the overlapped band (wick through ok; prefer close back inside).
Stop: A tick/pip beyond the wider of the two VA edges or beyond the nearest LVN, a small buffer zone can be used to judge whether price is truly rejecting a VAL/VAH or simply probing.
Targets: T1 node mid; T2 POC (size up when C_POC is high).
Flip: If acceptance (rule above) prints, flip bias or stand down.
2) LVN Traverse (continuation)
Context: Price exits VA and enters an LVN with acceptance and growing outer-bin volume.
Entry: Aggressive—first close into LVN; Conservative—retest of the VA edge from the far side (“kiss goodbye”).
Stop: Back inside the prior VA.
Targets: Next node’s VA edge or POC (edge = faster exits; POC = fuller rotations).
Note: Flatter VA edge (shallower curvature) tends to breach more easily.
3) POC→POC Magnet Trade (rotation completion)
Context: Local POC ≈ Session POC (high C_POC).
Entry: Fade a VA touch or pullback inside node, aiming toward the shared POC.
Stop: Past the opposite VA edge or LVN beyond.
Target: The shared POC; optional runner to opposite VA if the node is broad and time-of-day is supportive.
4) Failed Break (Reversion Snap-back)
Context: Push beyond VA fails acceptance (re-enters VA, outer-bin growth stalls/shrinks).
Entry: On the re-entry close, back toward POC.
Stop/Target: Stop just beyond the failed VA; target POC, then opposite VA if momentum persists.
How to read color & shape
Local color = most recent sentiment:
Green = buying ≥ selling; Red = selling > buying (over the rolling window). Treat as context, not a standalone signal. A green local node under a blue session VAH can still be a fade if the parent says “over-valued.”
Shape tells friction:
Fat nodes → rotation-friendly (fade edges).
Sharp LVN gaps → traversal-friendly (momentum continuation).
Time-of-day intuition
Right after session anchor (e.g., RTH 09:30): Session profile is young and moves quickly—treat confluence cautiously.
Mid-session: Cleanest behavior for rotations.
Close / news: Expect more traverses and POC migrations; tighten risk or switch playbooks.
Risk & execution guidance
Use tight, mechanical stops at/just beyond VA or LVN. If you need wide stops to survive noise, your entry is late or the node is unstable.
On micro-timeframes, account for fees & slippage—aim for targets paying ≥2–3× average cost.
If acceptance prints, don’t fight it—flip, reduce size, or stand aside.
Suggested presets
Scalp (5–10s): bins 120–240, barsBack 40–80, vaPct 0.68–0.70, local bars thin (small bar width).
Intraday (1–5m): bins 80–160, barsBack 60–120, vaPct 0.68–0.75, session bars more visible for parent context.
Performance & limits
Reuses line objects to stay under TradingView’s max_lines_count.
Very large bins × multiple overlays can still hit limits—use visibility toggles (hide bars first).
Session drawings use time-based coordinates to avoid “bar index too far” errors.
Known nuances
Rolling buy/sell dominance uses a simple uptick/downtick proxy (close vs open). It’s fast and practical, but it’s not a full tape classifier.
VA boundaries are computed from the empirical histogram—no Gaussian assumption.
This script does not calculate the full daily volume profile. Several other tools already provide that, including TradingView’s built-in Volume Profile indicators. Instead, this indicator focuses on pairing a rolling, short-term volume distribution with a session-wide distribution to make ranges more explicit. It is designed to supplement your use of standard or periodic volume profiles, not replace them. Think of it as a magnifying lens that helps you see where local structure aligns with the broader session.
How to trade it (TL;DR)
Fade overlapping VA bands on first rejection → target POC.
Continue through LVN on acceptance beyond VA → target next node’s VA/POC.
Respect acceptance: ≥3 closes beyond VA + growing outer-bin volume = regime change.
FAQ
Q: Why 68% Value Area?
A: It mirrors the “~1σ” idea, but we compute it exactly from empirical volume, not by assuming a normal distribution.
Q: Why are my profiles thin lines?
A: Increase Bars Line Width for chunkier blocks; reduce for fine, thin-line profiles.
Q: Session bars don’t reach session start—why?
A: Set Session Max Span (bars) = 0 for full anchoring; any positive value draws a rolling window while still measuring from session start.
Changelog (v1.0)
Dual profiles: Rolling + Session with independent POC/VA lines.
Session anchoring (Premkt/RTH/AH) with optional rolling display span.
Dynamic coloring for the rolling profile (buying vs selling).
Fully modular toggles + per-feature colors/widths.
Thin-line rendering via bar line width.
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