This script is designed to identify significant spikes in trading volume and visually represent them on the chart. It calculates the 20-period simple moving average (SMA) of the trading volume and multiplies it by a user-defined threshold to determine the spike threshold. When the current volume exceeds this threshold, the script detects and highlights a volume spike.
Key Features: Dynamic Spike Threshold:
The script calculates the spike threshold dynamically based on the average trading volume. Users can customize the threshold multiplier using an input setting. Example: A threshold multiplier of 2.0 means the current volume must be twice the 20-period SMA to trigger a detection. Visual Representation:
The current volume is plotted in blue bars. The spike threshold is plotted as a red line, making it easy to visually identify when the volume crosses the threshold. Alert Notification:
When a volume spike is detected, an alert is triggered to notify the user. This feature is useful for real-time monitoring and spotting potential trading opportunities.
Use Case: Traders can use this tool to identify sudden increases in trading activity, which may indicate a significant market move or event. It’s suitable for all markets, including cryptocurrencies, stocks, and forex.