MACD-V (Volatility Normalized MACD)Award-Winning Momentum Indicator by Alex Spiroglou (CMT Charles Dao Award & NAAIM Founders Award, 2022)
The classic MACD has powered trading decisions for decades, but it suffers from five major limitations that undermine consistency:
1- Readings are not comparable over time (absolute price dependency causes massive scale differences across decades)
2- Not comparable across markets or assets (e.g., stocks vs. forex vs. crypto)
3- No universal overbought/oversold levels
4- Excessive whipsaws in low-momentum/range-bound conditions
5- Lagging signals in high-momentum reversals (e.g., missing big chunks of V-shaped recoveries)
MACD-V solves all five issues by normalizing momentum against volatility instead of price.
Core Formula
MACD-V = (EMA(12) - EMA(26)) / ATR(26) × 100
This expresses momentum in units of Average True Range (ATR), creating a volatility-adjusted oscillator that remains mathematically meaningful and comparable:
-Analysts can use MACD-V across any timeframe:
-Across any asset class (stocks, forex, commodities, bonds, crypto)
-Over decades of history
Key Features & Benefits
Time-stable & cross-market comparable: A +100 reading today has the same meaning as +100 in the past years, regardless of asset or price level.
Universal extremes: ±150 captures ~95% of all readings across markets → extreme/stretched momentum.
Momentum Lifecycle Roadmap (objective framework):
+150 or < -150: Extreme / overstretched (high reversal risk)
+50 to +150 or -50 to -150: Strong directional momentum (rallying, retracing, rebounding, reversing)
-50 to +50: Neutral / low momentum / ranging (avoid most signals — high whipsaw zone)
Range Rules for regime context: In bullish regimes (price > 200 EMA), -50 to -150 becomes the practical oversold zone; readings below -100 are rare and often powerful buy setups. Opposite in bearish regimes.
Improved signal quality: Filter whipsaws in neutral zone, anticipate lag in extremes, prioritize high-probability crosses in strong-momentum bands.
MACD-V Histogram (MACD-VH): Normalized short-term momentum with extremes at ±40 for fast reversal detection.
Backtesting & strategy-friendly: Enables reliable historical analysis, cross-asset relative strength, and systematic rules
MACD-V transforms momentum from subjective art into objective, repeatable science — giving you consistent, actionable insights no matter what you're trading.
Use it standalone or layer with trend filters (e.g., 200 EMA), volume, or price action for even stronger edges.
Developer: Alex Spiroglou
Open-source versions inspired by his work — feel free to fork and improve!
Happy trading! 🚀
Average True Range (ATR)
Adaptive Trend Flow (ATF)Adaptive Trend Flow (ATF) is a custom trend-following indicator designed to work reliably across all markets and all timeframes.
It uses an adaptive moving average that automatically adjusts to market conditions, combined with trend slope analysis and a volatility filter to reduce noise during ranging periods.
Unlike traditional fixed moving averages, ATF reacts faster during strong trends and slows down during consolidation, helping traders stay aligned with meaningful price movements.
🔍 How It Works
Uses an adaptive smoothing algorithm to track price efficiently
Confirms trend direction using trend slope
Filters out low-volatility and choppy conditions using ATR-based logic
Does not repaint — signals are based only on confirmed data
📊 Visual Interpretation
🟢 Green line / background → Bullish trend
🔴 Red line / background → Bearish trend
⚪ Gray → No clear trend (range / low volatility)
⚙️ Features
Works on Crypto, Forex, Stocks, Futures
Compatible with all timeframes
Optional trend-change signals
Optional background highlighting
Fully customizable inputs
Alert-ready
🎯 Best Use Cases
Trend filter for entries and exits
Directional bias for scalping, day trading, or swing trading
Strategy backbone when combined with price action or momentum tools
⚠️ Disclaimer
This indicator is for educational and analytical purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always manage risk appropriately.
Prop Safety Filter - Dynamic SizeListen, we all know the market gets too fast sometimes. This scrypt lets you set your personal daily loss limit and helps you guess when market conditions will let you trade up to 4 trades without blowing your PDLL.
You earnetly can still trade if the screen goes red, but the suggestion is if you do, trade smaller. Tell it how many micros you're trading and this script uses ATR to determine if the individual candles are too wild or not for you to hold a trade with a reasonably small stop loss.
I "wrote" this script with Gemini, so if you have any issue with it, have gemini rewrite it for you, no problem.
ATR with History (Red/Yellow Style)Gives you last 20 candles ATR (Red Line) , and averages the last 2 weeks' ATR at your current time (Yellow Line)
Dynamic Strike Selection Indicator [ARJO]Dynamic Strike Selection Indicator
OVERVIEW
The Dynamic Strike Selection Indicator is a visual analysis tool designed for traders observing NSE (National Stock Exchange of India) instruments, particularly those interested in options. It displays a trend-based oscillator in the lower chart pane and automatically calculates option strike prices , presenting them in an easy-to-read table. The indicator helps users observe trend changes and understand how option strikes might be selected based on current market conditions.
IT has a dashboard that shows you:
Where the trend might be heading (through the oscillator)
What option strikes align with the current price level
When trend transitions occurred
CONCEPTS
This indicator combines several technical analysis concepts in a beginner-friendly format:
1. Trend Observation (Chandelier Exit)
The indicator uses a method called "Chandelier Exit" which observes price volatility to identify potential trend directions. When the indicator shows green, it suggests an upward trend pattern; red suggests a downward pattern. These are reference points, not predictions.
2. Smoothed Price Movement
Raw price data can be noisy. This indicator applies mathematical smoothing (called "Ehlers 2-Pole filter") to reduce short-term fluctuations, making it easier to observe the underlying trend direction.
3. Momentum Oscillator
The oscillator (displayed as bars and lines in the lower pane) shows the difference between smoothed price and its moving average. Positive values suggest upward momentum; negative values suggest downward momentum . This is similar to how MACD or LBR works.
4. Strike Price Calculation
For option traders , the indicator automatically calculates:
ATM (At-The-Money): The strike price closest to the current underlying price
OTM (Out-of-The-Money): Strike prices at a distance from ATM, based on your settings
These calculations use standard rounding methods based on each instrument's official strike interval.
FEATURES
Visual Components:
Color-Coded Oscillator: Green/teal for potential uptrend, purple/red for potential downtrend
Histogram Display: Visual bars showing momentum strength
Chandelier Exit Lines: Plotted on the main price chart as reference levels
Information Table: Displays calculated strikes, timestamps, and optional tracking data
Supported Instruments:
Major indices: NIFTY, BANKNIFTY
Popular stocks: RELIANCE, HDFCBANK, ICICIBANK, INFY, TCS, SBIN, and more
Any NSE instrument (using manual strike interval setting)
Flexible Configuration:
Choose between "Sell Mode" and "Buy Mode" perspectives
Customize strike interval for any instrument
Adjust sensitivity of trend detection
Modify visual appearance (colors, table position, text size)
Track entry prices and observe P&L calculations (for reference only)
Features:
Automatic strike interval detection for predefined instruments
Manual override option for custom requirements
Real-time option premium fetching (where available)
Timestamp recording of trend transitions
Active trade highlighting based on current trend
HOW TO USE
Step 1: Adding the Indicator
Open your TradingView chart with an NSE instrument (e.g., NIFTY, BANKNIFTY, or any stock)
Search for " Dynamic Strike Selection Indicator " in the Indicators menu
Click to add it to your chart
You'll see an oscillator appear in a pane below your price chart and a table in the corner
Step 2: Basic Settings
Click the settings (gear icon) on the indicator. Here are the key settings to understand:
Symbol Settings:
Symbol Source: Keep it on " Use Chart Symbol " to analyze whatever instrument is on your chart
Custom Symbol: Only change if you want to analyze a different instrument while viewing another chart
Expiry Date:
Set the expiry date of the option contracts you're observing
Use the dropdown menus for Day, Month, and Year
Example: For 30th January 2025, select Day: 30, Month: 01, Year: 25
Trade Entry (Optional):
Trade Mode: Choose "Sell" or "Buy" based on your observation perspective
Lot Size: Enter your intended lot size for P&L calculation reference
PUT/CALL Entry Price: Manually enter prices if you want to track reference P&L
OTM Strike Distance:
Default is 4 (means 4 strikes away from ATM)
Increase for further OTM strikes, decrease for closer strikes
Step 3: Understanding the Display
The Oscillator (Lower Pane):
Green/Teal Bars: Suggest bullish momentum characteristics
Purple/Red Bars: Suggest bearish momentum characteristics
Zero Line: The reference point - above suggests strength, below suggests weakness
Color Change: When the oscillator changes from red to green (or vice versa), it indicates a potential trend transition
Active Row Highlighting:
In Sell Mode: Green background on PUT row during uptrend, Red background on CALL row during downtrend
In Buy Mode: Green background on PUT row during downtrend, Red background on CALL row during uptrend
This helps you observe which strike aligns with the current trend direction
Visual Customization:
Change oscillator colors under "Color Settings"
Adjust table position, size, and transparency under "Table Settings"
Modify table colors to match your chart theme
NOTES FOR BEGINNERS
Start Simple: Use default settings first. Don't change too many parameters initially.
Paper Trade First: Observe the indicator for several days before considering any real trades. Note how often trend transitions occur and how strikes align.
Understand Your Instrument: Know the strike interval for your chosen stock/index. NIFTY/BANKNIFTY use 100, most stocks use 10, 20, or 50.
Timeframe Matters: The indicator behaves differently on different timeframes. A 5-minute chart will show more transitions than a 1-hour chart.
Use with Other Analysis: This indicator is one tool among many. Combine with price action, support/resistance, and volume analysis.
Don't Chase: Just because a transition occurs doesn't mean you must act. Observe the quality of the move.
Backtest Observations: Use TradingView's replay feature to observe how the indicator performed historically.
CONCLUSION
The Dynamic Strike Selection Indicator serves as an educational tool for observing trend-based oscillator patterns and understanding how option strikes might be mathematically selected based on current market conditions. It combines visual trend analysis with structured strike price calculations, helping users study the relationship between momentum patterns and option strike references.
The indicator is designed to enhance chart interpretation skills and provide transparency into strike selection methodologies. It does not predict future price movements or guarantee any outcomes. Users are encouraged to use it as one component of a broader analytical approach, always conducting independent research and maintaining realistic expectations about market analysis tools.
DISCLAIMER
This indicator is strictly for educational and analytical observation purposes. It is NOT a trading system, signal generator, or financial advisory service.
What This Indicator Does NOT Do:
Does not predict future price movements with certainty
Does not guarantee profitable trades or outcomes
Does not constitute financial, investment, or trading advice
Does not replace the need for independent research and analysis
Does not eliminate trading risks or ensure success
What You Must Understand:
All calculated strikes, P&L values, and trend observations are informational references only
Option trading involves substantial risk and can result in complete loss of invested capital
Past indicator performance does not predict future results
Trend transitions shown are historical observations, not predictions
The "active" highlighting is a visual reference tool, not a trade recommendation
Conduct thorough independent research before taking any trading decision. and consult qualified, licensed financial professionals for personalized advice.
The creator of this indicator is not a registered investment advisor, broker, or financial planner. This tool is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind. By using this indicator, you acknowledge that you understand these risks and limitations, and you agree that all trading decisions and their consequences are solely your responsibility. If you do not fully understand these risks or are unsure about options trading, do not use this indicator for live trading .
Uptrend Pullback (High Winrate-ish) - RSI + EMA + ATR TrailUptrend Pullback Strategy (EMA Filter + RSI Reversal + ATR Trailing Stop)
Description
This strategy is designed for rising markets and trades long only. It uses a simple trend filter and a pullback entry:
Trend filter: An uptrend is defined when EMA(50) > EMA(200) and price is above EMA(200). Trades are allowed only under these conditions.
Entry (buy the dip): A long position is opened when RSI crosses up above a user-defined pullback level (default 40), suggesting a pullback is ending and momentum is recovering.
Exits:
Take profit: Close the position when RSI reaches an overbought level (default 70).
Risk management: A dynamic ATR-based trailing stop follows price upward to lock in gains.
Hard stop: An additional ATR-based stop acts as a safety net to limit downside risk.
Notes
Parameters (EMA lengths, RSI levels, ATR multipliers) are fully configurable.
This is a demo/reference strategy for research and optimization; results depend strongly on the symbol and timeframe.
If you want, I can also write a shorter “one-liner” description and a set of tag keywords for the publish page.
Profit Punch: Risk & Target Planner (ATR + Fixed R)Profit Punch: Risk & Target Planner (ATR + Fixed R)
This indicator is a complete trade planning tool designed to visualize your Risk (R) and Reward levels instantly. Whether you use a volatility-based strategy (ATR) or precise manual levels, this tool draws your roadmap directly on the chart.
It solves the problem of calculating "R-Multiples" manually and ensures every trade plan is consistent.
Key Features
1. Smart Risk Calculation
Auto Mode (ATR): Uses the stock's daily volatility (ATR) to automatically suggest a logical Stop Loss.
Manual Mode: Lets you type in your exact Stop Loss price (e.g., below a recent low), and the tool automatically adjusts your Profit Targets to match that specific risk.
2. Hybrid Targeting (The "Nuance")
You can set a tight manual stop but keep your profit targets based on daily volatility (ATR). This allows for "Hybrid" setups where you risk a small amount (tight stop) but aim for a standard volatility move (ATR targets).
3. Backtesting Friendly
Use the "Target Date" feature to apply the tool to any past candle. It will calculate the targets based on what the volatility was on that specific day , allowing you to accurately review past trades.
4. Clean & Customizable
Editable Labels: Rename "1R" to "Goal 1" or "Take Profit".
Clean Look: Toggle any line on/off to keep your chart simple.
Timeframe Independent: Calculations are always anchored to Daily data for consistency, even if you are viewing a 5-minute chart.
How to Use
Step 1: Add to Chart. The lines will appear on the latest bar by default.
Step 2: Set Entry. In Settings, check "Use Manual Entry" to type your exact buy price, or leave unchecked to use the closing price.
Step 3: Set Stop. Choose "Auto (ATR)" for a volatility-based stop, or "Manual Price" to type in your specific stop level.
Step 4: Visualize. The tool draws your 1R, 3R, 5R, and 7R targets instantly.
Settings Guide
Risk Factor: Multiplier for the ATR calculation (Default is 1.5).
Target Base: Choose whether profit targets are multiples of your Stop Distance (Classic) or Fixed ATR (Volatility).
Custom Labels: Change the text displayed on the chart (e.g., "Safe Exit" instead of "1R").
Who is this for?
This tool is built for swing traders, educators, and anyone who uses "R-Multiples" (Risk Units) to manage their portfolio. It is especially useful for creating consistent trade plan screenshots.
ATR Levels - Current Candle Open [MTF]a further improvement from the first version of the script. My intent is to look at 4H ATR levels meanwhile being on 5m or 1m.
Let me know if you have any questions or any suggestions to improve.
Multi-Timeframe Support
Anchor to any timeframe (e.g., 240 for 4H, D for Daily)
Leave blank to use chart's timeframe
ATR Levels
24 configurable levels (0.5 - 12.0 ATR)
4 groups for easy management
Bull color (default: teal) / Bear color (default: orange)
Adjustable line width
Optional level labels
Levels start at current HTF candle open, extend right
Live Extension Display
NOW row shows real-time UP/DN extension in ATR units
Updates as price moves within current HTF candle
Anchor Marker
Line + crosshair at current HTF open
Configurable colors (label bg, text, line)
Adjustable label offset (0-100 bars)
Statistics Table
REACH / REACT / REACT % for levels 0.5-3.0 ATR
Color-coded: green ≥50%, orange 30-50%, red <30%
Position: bottom-right
Size: Normal/Large/Huge
ATR Levels - Previous Candle Open [MTF]a further improvement from the first version of the script. My intent is to look at 4H ATR levels meanwhile being on 5m or 1m.
Let me know if you have any questions or any suggestions to improve
Multi-Timeframe Support
Anchor to any timeframe while viewing on a different chart timeframe
Examples: View 4H ATR levels on 5m chart (set to 240), Daily on 1H (D), etc.
Leave blank to use chart's timeframe
ATR Levels
24 configurable levels from 0.5 to 12.0 ATR (in 0.5 increments)
Organized in 4 groups for easy management
Separate bull/bear colors
Adjustable line width
Optional level labels
Previous Candle Zone
Visual background box showing previous HTF candle's high-low range
Configurable zone color and transparency
Toggle on/off
Extend Levels Setting
0 = Levels end exactly where previous candle closed
-1 = Extend infinitely to the right
1-500 = Extend specific number of bars beyond candle close
Anchor Marker
Horizontal line + vertical crosshair at anchor point
Configurable label background, text color, and line color
Adjustable label offset (0-100 bars)
Line extends to meet the label
Statistics Table
Tracks REACH (times price hit level) and REACT (times price reversed)
REACT % color-coded: green ≥50%, orange 30-50%, red <30%
Based on HTF candle data (100 bars)
Configurable table size (Normal/Large/Huge)
Positioned top-right
ATR Levels - Current Candle Close1 of 3 scripts
I use all 3 together to "tell the story"
specifically designed for NQ to watch 4H timeframe.
code is generated by Claude AI so thats why it is free.
ATR Levels - Current Candle Open1 of 3 scripts
I use all 3 together to "tell the story"
specifically designed for NQ to watch 4H timeframe.
code is generated by Claude AI so thats why it is free.
ATR Value Number Display Only (No line chart)OVERVIEW:
The ATR (Average True Range) Value Display provides a clean, always-visible ATR reading on your chart. This essential volatility indicator helps traders set appropriate stop losses, position sizes, and profit targets based on current market volatility.
KEY FEATURES:
• Real-Time ATR Display: Shows current ATR value in a clean table format
• Customizable Appearance: Fully customizable text and background colors
• Adjustable Period: Standard 14-period default with full customization
• Bottom-Right Positioning: Non-intrusive placement that doesn't obstruct price action
• Tick Precision: Displays ATR value with accurate tick formatting
• Lightweight: Minimal resource usage with maximum clarity
HOW TO USE:
1. Add the indicator to any timeframe chart
2. Adjust ATR Length based on your trading style (14 is standard)
3. Customize colors to match your chart theme
4. Use ATR value to:
- Set stop loss distances (e.g., 1.5x ATR)
- Calculate position sizes based on risk tolerance
- Identify increasing/decreasing volatility trends
- Set realistic profit targets
SETTINGS:
• ATR Length: Calculation period (default: 14)
• Text Color: Customize the ATR text color (default: white)
• Box Color: Customize the background box color (default: semi-transparent blue)
PERFECT FOR:
✓ Position sizing based on volatility
✓ Setting dynamic stop losses that adapt to market conditions
✓ Identifying high/low volatility periods
✓ Comparing volatility across different instruments
✓ Risk management and trade planning
WHAT IS ATR?
Average True Range (ATR) measures market volatility by calculating the average range between high and low prices over a specified period. Higher ATR values indicate higher volatility, while lower values suggest calmer markets.
TIP: Use ATR on multiple timeframes to understand volatility across different trading horizons.
Median TR SuperTrend | RakoQuantMedian TR SuperTrend | RakoQuant
A Robust Trend-Following Regime Indicator for Daily Crypto Markets
The Median TR SuperTrend is a modern trend-following indicator designed to help students and traders clearly identify the dominant market regime on higher timeframes (especially 1D crypto).
This tool is inspired by the classic SuperTrend framework, but enhanced with a more robust volatility engine, making it better suited for the extreme wick behavior and noise typical in cryptocurrency markets.
What This Indicator Does:
The Median TR SuperTrend answers one simple question:
Are we currently in a bullish trend regime or a bearish trend regime?
It is not meant for rapid scalping or frequent signals.
Instead, it is built to provide:
Clear directional context
Trend continuation bias
Regime-based positioning
Noise reduction on higher timeframes
This makes it ideal for students learning disciplined trend-following.
Core Concept: Trend Following, Not Prediction
This indicator does not attempt to predict tops or bottoms.
It follows trends by reacting only when price establishes a true breakout beyond a volatility-adjusted band.
That means:
Strong trends are captured early
Choppy markets are filtered
Signals are based on regime shifts, not candle-to-candle noise
What Makes It “Robust”?
Traditional SuperTrend systems use ATR (Average True Range) to define volatility.
Crypto markets, however, often produce outlier candles (wicks, liquidations, spikes) that distort ATR.
This version replaces ATR with:
Median True Range (MTR)
Median TR is more resistant to extreme one-off candles, providing:
Smoother volatility estimates
More stable trend bands
Less sensitivity to random spikes
This creates a more reliable trend structure in high-volatility environments.
How It Works (Simple Breakdown)
1. Median Baseline
The indicator begins by calculating a rolling median of price, forming a stable central trend reference.
2. Robust Volatility Bands
A volatility envelope is created using Median True Range:
Upper band = baseline + multiplier × MTR
Lower band = baseline − multiplier × MTR
3. SuperTrend Regime Logic
Only one band is active at a time:
Bull regime → trailing lower band
Bear regime → trailing upper band
Trend flips occur only when price breaks beyond the active band.
Visual Interpretation
Neon Aqua Band
Bullish regime
Trend-following long environment
Neon Magenta Band
Bearish regime
Defensive or short environment
Filled Trend Zone
Shows the active trend space clearly without clutter.
This indicator is designed for learning:
Market structure
Regime trading
Patience and higher timeframe discipline
Recommended workflow:
Use Median TR SuperTrend on 1D
Trade only in the direction of the active regime
Combine with a trigger tool if needed (RSI, momentum, breakout)
Ideal Markets
BTC, ETH, SOL
Daily swing trend environments
Portfolio regime filtering (RSPS / LTPI-style frameworks)
Disclaimer
This indicator is a regime and trend-following tool, not a complete trading system.
It should be used as part of a broader strategy with:
Risk management
Position sizing
Confirmation logic
Fibonacci Active Timeframe Range [UkutaLabs]█ OVERVIEW
Fibonacci Active Timeframe Range is a precision intraday structure tool that uses real-time price expansion combined with Fibonacci ratios to map dynamic support and resistance levels directly from the active timeframe.
Rather than relying on fixed historical averages, this indicator continuously builds a live range from current price action, projecting Fibonacci-derived levels that adapt to market conditions as they develop.
The goal is to give traders a clear structural framework for:
Intraday bias
Reaction zones
Volatility expansion
Pullback levels
Continuation targets
—all in a clean, visual format that integrates seamlessly into any strategy or system.
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The indicator calculates the current timeframe range in real time, anchoring from the active session’s open and projecting multiple Fibonacci levels within that range.
These levels act as dynamic support and resistance zones, updating as price evolves — allowing traders to:
Identify high-probability reaction areas
Define structure for entries and exits
Frame risk more precisely
Align trades with real-time volatility
Anticipate expansion and contraction phases
Each level is clearly labeled for instant recognition and can be used across scalping, intraday, and short-term swing strategies.
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Configuration
• Show Labels – Toggle labels on/off for a clean or informational view
• Display Mode – Control how much historical structure is visible
• Font Size – Adjust label size for readability
• Text Alignment – Align labels relative to each level
• Fibonacci Levels – Enable/disable specific ratios
• Range Mode – Select how the current timeframe range is calculated
Luminous Volatility Flux [Pineify]```
Luminous Volatility Flux - Dynamic ATR Bands with Hull Moving Average Baseline
The Luminous Volatility Flux indicator is a sophisticated trend-following and volatility analysis tool that combines the responsiveness of the Hull Moving Average (HMA) with adaptive ATR-based bands that expand and contract based on real-time market volatility conditions. This indicator helps traders identify trend direction, volatility regimes, and potential breakout opportunities with high-probability entry signals.
Key Features
Hull Moving Average baseline for low-lag trend detection
Dynamic volatility bands that breathe with market conditions
Flux Factor system comparing short-term vs long-term ATR
Volatility-filtered breakout signals to reduce false entries
Gradient-filled zones for intuitive visual analysis
Real-time bar coloring based on trend direction
How It Works
The indicator operates on three core calculation layers:
1. Hull Moving Average Baseline
The foundation of this indicator is the Hull Moving Average, calculated using the formula: WMA(2*WMA(n/2) - WMA(n), sqrt(n)). Unlike traditional moving averages, the HMA dramatically reduces lag while maintaining smoothness. This makes it ideal for identifying trend changes earlier than conventional EMAs or SMAs. When the HMA is rising, the baseline turns green indicating bullish momentum; when falling, it turns red for bearish conditions.
2. Volatility Flux Factor
The unique aspect of this indicator is the Flux Factor calculation. It compares short-term ATR (default 14 periods) against long-term ATR (default 100 periods) to determine the current volatility regime:
Flux Factor > 1.0 = Volatility Expansion (market is more volatile than usual)
Flux Factor < 1.0 = Volatility Compression (market is in a squeeze)
This ratio creates a dynamic multiplier that causes the bands to expand during high volatility periods and contract during consolidation phases.
3. Dynamic Band Calculation
The upper and lower bands are calculated as: Baseline ± (Short ATR × Multiplier × Flux Factor). This means the bands automatically widen when volatility increases and tighten during quiet market conditions, providing context-aware support and resistance levels.
Trading Ideas and Insights
Trend Following: Trade in the direction of the baseline color. Green baseline suggests looking for long opportunities; red baseline suggests short opportunities.
Volatility Breakouts: The indicator plots "Flux" signals when price breaks above the upper band (bullish) or below the lower band (bearish) during volatility expansion phases. These signals indicate potential momentum continuation.
Mean Reversion: During compression phases (tight bands), prices often revert to the baseline. Consider taking profits near the bands and re-entering near the baseline.
Squeeze Detection: When bands are unusually tight (Flux Factor < 1), the market is coiling for a potential explosive move. Prepare for breakout trades.
How Multiple Indicators Work Together
This indicator integrates three distinct technical analysis concepts into a cohesive system:
The Hull Moving Average provides the trend direction foundation with minimal lag. The dual ATR comparison (short vs long) creates the Flux Factor that measures relative volatility. The dynamic bands combine both elements, using the HMA as the center and ATR-based deviations that scale with the Flux Factor.
The synergy works as follows: The HMA identifies the trend, the Flux Factor determines market regime (expansion vs compression), and the bands provide dynamic support/resistance levels. Breakout signals only trigger when all components align - price breaks the band AND volatility is expanding. This multi-layered approach filters out many false signals that would occur with static bands or simple moving average crossovers.
Unique Aspects
Unlike Bollinger Bands that use standard deviation, this indicator uses ATR ratio-based dynamic bands that better capture directional volatility
The Flux Factor concept is original - comparing two ATR timeframes to create a volatility regime indicator
Breakout signals are filtered by volatility expansion, reducing false signals during choppy, low-volatility conditions
Gradient fills provide instant visual feedback on the strength of the bullish or bearish zones
How to Use
Add the indicator to your chart. It works on all timeframes and instruments.
Observe the baseline color for overall trend direction (green = bullish, red = bearish).
Watch for band expansion/contraction to gauge volatility regime.
Look for "Flux" signals for potential breakout entries - these appear only during volatility expansion.
Use the gradient zones to identify potential support (lower green zone) and resistance (upper red zone) areas.
Customization
Baseline Length (default: 24) - Controls the HMA period. Lower values = more responsive but noisier; higher values = smoother but more lag.
ATR Length (default: 14) - Short-term ATR period for band calculation. Standard setting works well for most markets.
Flux Multiplier (default: 2.0) - Controls band width. Increase for wider bands (fewer signals), decrease for tighter bands (more signals).
Flux Sensitivity (default: 100) - Long-term ATR period for Flux Factor calculation. Higher values create a more stable volatility reference.
Conclusion
The Luminous Volatility Flux indicator offers traders a comprehensive view of market conditions by combining trend detection, volatility analysis, and signal generation into one elegant tool. Its adaptive nature makes it suitable for various market conditions - from trending markets where it identifies direction and momentum, to ranging markets where it highlights compression and potential breakout zones. The volatility-filtered signals help traders focus on high-probability setups while the visual gradient fills make chart analysis intuitive and efficient.
Note: This indicator is designed as a technical analysis tool. Always use proper risk management and consider multiple factors before making trading decisions. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
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Daily ATR + DeltaThis indicator shows last value of ATR with this parameters: Length 14, Smoothing RMA, Timeframe 1 day i Wait for timeframe closes.
Also, it shows Delta in percentage.
Delta is calculated in this way: -((the last one-minute closing price of the previous day's stock exchange)-(last price at the moment))/(value of ATR) * 100
Notice:
If you are in postmarket or premarket, delta will be also calculated from the "the last one-minute closing prices of the previous day's stock exchange" not from the "the last one-minute closing price of the todays stock exchange".
You dont need to have indicator Average True Range for this indicator to be working.
ATR Stop LinesATR Stop Lines
Plots dynamic stop-loss levels on the price chart based on ATR (Average True Range). Optionally adjusts stop distance based on volatility regime.
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🎯 WHAT IT DOES
Green line — Long stop (Close − ATR × multiplier)
Red line — Short stop (Close + ATR × multiplier)
Lines move with price and volatility. When regime-adjust is enabled, stop distance widens in high volatility and tightens in low volatility.
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📐 REGIME-ADJUSTED MULTIPLIERS
When enabled, the multiplier auto-adjusts based on the ATR percentile:
LOW (< 25th pctl) — 1.0× ATR — Tight stops, small moves expected
NORMAL (25–50th pctl) — 1.5× ATR — Standard distance
HIGH (50–75th pctl) — 2.0× ATR — Wider to avoid noise
EXTREME (> 75th pctl) — 2.5× ATR — Widest, or skip the trade
Disable regime-adjust to use a fixed multiplier for all conditions.
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📈 HOW TO USE
Entry: Note stop line level when entering a trade. Set stop-loss at or beyond that level.
Trailing: Move stop to new line level as price advances in your favor.
Sizing: Wider stop = smaller position to maintain constant risk.
Example:
BTC Daily, ATR = \$2,000, Regime = HIGH (2.0×)
Entry: \$50,000 → Long stop: \$46,000 / Short stop: \$54,000
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📊 STATUS LABEL
VOL — Current regime (LOW / NORMAL / HIGH / EXTREME)
ATR — Raw ATR value in price units
Mult — Active multiplier
Stop Dist — Current stop distance in price units
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⚙️ SETTINGS
ATR Settings:
ATR Length (default: 14)
Percentile Lookback (default: 100)
Timeframe:
Use Fixed Timeframe — Lock to specific TF
Fixed Timeframe (default: D)
Stop Settings:
Regime-Adjusted Multiplier — Toggle auto-adjust on/off
Base ATR Multiplier — Used when regime-adjust is off
LOW/NORMAL/HIGH/EXTREME Multipliers — Customize per regime
Display:
Show Long Stop / Show Short Stop
Show Status Label
Long/Short Stop Colors
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🔔 ALERTS
Vol → EXTREME
Vol → LOW
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💡 COMPANION INDICATOR
Use with ATR Volatility Regime (separate pane) for full context:
Pane indicator → percentile visualization, zone backgrounds
This indicator → actionable stop levels on price chart
Both use identical ATR/percentile logic and stay in sync.
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📝 NOTES
Works on any timeframe
Stops are dynamic — recalculate each bar
Not a signal generator — use with your own entry logic
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🏷️ TAGS
ATR, stop-loss, volatility, risk-management, position-sizing, trailing-stop, swing-trading
ATR Volatility RegimeATR Volatility Regime
A volatility classification indicator that uses ATR (Average True Range) percentile ranking to identify LOW , NORMAL , HIGH , or EXTREME volatility conditions.
Displayed as a separate pane oscillator (0–100 scale) with colored zones.
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💡 WHY THIS INDICATOR?
Most volatility indicators show raw ATR — a number without context. Is ATR = 50 high or low? Depends on the asset and recent history.
This indicator answers: "Is current volatility high or low for THIS asset, right now?"
What it adds over standard ATR:
Percentile context — Compares current ATR to its own history
Regime classification — Actionable labels instead of raw numbers
Visual zones — Instant read without interpretation
Optional MTF — Lock to a fixed timeframe while viewing another
Auto-adapts — Works on any asset without manual threshold tuning
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📐 CORE CONCEPTS
ATR (Average True Range)
Measures volatility in price units — how much an asset typically moves per bar. Directionless (magnitude only, not direction).
Calculation:
True Range = the greatest of:
High − Low (current bar's range)
|High − Previous Close| (gap up captured)
|Low − Previous Close| (gap down captured)
ATR = Moving average of True Range over N bars (default: 14)
Percentile Rank (Pctl)
Answers: "What percentage of historical values is the current value greater than?"
Pctl = 0% → Lowest ATR in lookback period (extreme compression)
Pctl = 50% → Median ATR (typical volatility)
Pctl = 100% → Highest ATR in lookback period (extreme expansion)
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🎯 WHAT IT DOES
Classifies current volatility into four regimes:
LOW (< 25th percentile) — Compression, breakout likely brewing
NORMAL (25th–50th percentile) — Typical market conditions
HIGH (50th–75th percentile) — Elevated volatility, use caution
EXTREME (> 75th percentile) — Rare expansion, tighten stops or stay flat
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📊 DISPLAY COMPONENTS
Oscillator Line (0–100)
ATR percentile rank over time. Color matches regime:
Blue = LOW
Gray = NORMAL
Orange = HIGH
Red = EXTREME
Zone Backgrounds
Colored bands at threshold levels for instant visual reference.
Status Label
VOL — Current regime
ATR — Raw ATR value (for stop sizing)
Pctl — Percentile rank (0–100%)
TF — Active timeframe (chart or fixed)
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📈 HOW TO USE
LOW Volatility (Pctl < 25%):
Market compressed — "calm before the storm"
Watch for breakout setups
Pctl = 0% often precedes significant moves
NORMAL Volatility (Pctl 25–50%):
Typical conditions
Standard position sizing and stops
HIGH Volatility (Pctl 50–75%):
Elevated movement — reduce size
Widen stops to avoid noise
EXTREME Volatility (Pctl > 75%):
Rare, intense conditions
Avoid new entries or tighten risk
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⚙️ SETTINGS
ATR Settings:
ATR Length (default: 14) — Period for ATR calculation
Percentile Lookback (default: 100) — Bars for percentile ranking
Timeframe:
Use Fixed Timeframe (default: off) — Lock calculation to specific TF
Fixed Timeframe (default: D) — TF to use when fixed mode enabled
Thresholds:
Low Threshold (default: 25)
High Threshold (default: 50)
Extreme Threshold (default: 75)
Display:
Show Zone Background — Toggle colored fills
Show Status Label — Toggle info label
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📋 SUGGESTED LOOKBACK BY ASSET
Crypto — 100 bars (fast regime shifts)
Stocks — 252 bars (one trading year)
Forex — 100–150 bars
Commodities — 150–200 bars (seasonal patterns)
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🔔 ALERTS
Vol → EXTREME
Vol → HIGH
Vol → LOW
Vol exits HIGH
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💡 PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS
Stop-Loss Sizing:
Use raw ATR for stops. Example: Stop = Entry − (1.5 × ATR)
Position Sizing:
Reduce size when percentile is HIGH or EXTREME.
Entry Filtering:
LOW regime = prepare for breakout
EXTREME regime = avoid new entries
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📝 NOTES
Works on any timeframe — adapts to chart or locks to fixed TF
ATR is non-directional — magnitude only
Percentile auto-adapts to each asset's volatility profile
Not a standalone signal — combine with trend/regime filters
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🏷️ TAGS
volatility, ATR, average-true-range, percentile, regime, risk-management, position-sizing, swing-trading, MTF
Shiva Zone Indicator (True Consolidation Detection)---
# ⭐ **1. Script Title**
**Shiva Zone Indicator — True Consolidation Detection**
This will appear in the indicator marketplace and search.
---
# ⭐ **2. Short Description (shown in search list)**
**Automatically detects true consolidation zones using shrinking-range logic, avoiding oversized ranges and highlighting high-probability breakout zones.**
---
# ⭐ **3. Full Description (for the Publishing Page)**
Copy–paste the entire block below into the “Description” section while publishing:
---
## 🔱 **Shiva Zone Indicator — True Consolidation Detection**
The **Shiva Zone Indicator** identifies true consolidation phases in any market using a powerful shrinking-range algorithm. Instead of relying on fixed ranges or ATR compression alone, this model detects **micro-consolidation** by comparing tightening volatility windows, ensuring only **high-quality, compact zones** are plotted.
Most consolidation indicators produce long, extended boxes.
**Shiva Zone does not.**
It only marks consolidation when price tightens *locally*, making it ideal for breakout traders.
---
## 🔍 **How the Indicator Works**
A *Shiva Zone* is detected when:
* The recent price range is **shrinking** compared to the previous one
* Volatility compresses naturally
* Price stays within a narrow percentage threshold
* Expansion stops the zone (no endless boxes)
This ensures consolidation is identified **precisely where traders need it**, not over hundreds of candles.
When consolidation ends, volatility expansion triggers a zone closure.
Breakouts above or below the box can lead to explosive moves.
---
## ⚡ **Included Alerts**
The indicator includes 4 powerful, actionable alerts:
1. **Shiva Zone Started** – A new consolidation zone is forming
2. **Shiva Zone Ended** – Volatility begins expanding
3. **Bullish Breakout** – Price breaks above the Shiva Zone
4. **Bearish Breakout** – Price breaks below the Shiva Zone
These alerts make it easy to automate breakout entries or monitor compression zones across markets.
---
## 🎯 **Best Use Cases**
* Breakout Trading
* Scalping
* Intraday Structure Trading
* Swing Breakout Analysis
* Compression / Expansion Mapping
* Multi-Timeframe Structure Tracking
Works perfectly on **Forex, Indices, Crypto, Commodities, and Stocks**.
---
## 📌 **Recommended Settings**
* Lookback: **8–20**
* Max % Range: **0.4–0.8**
* Minimum Bars Inside Zone: **4–6**
Shorter settings → more sensitive
Longer settings → stronger zones
---
## 🧠 **Why It's Called “Shiva Zone”**
In market mythology:
* **Brahma** = Creation of momentum
* **Vishnu** = Sustaining the trend
* **Shiva** = Compression before transformation
The **Shiva Zone** is the phase where the market contracts its energy before a structural shift or breakout.
---
## ⚠️ **Disclaimer**
This indicator is for educational purposes only and not financial advice.
Always conduct your own analysis.
---
# ⭐ **4. Suggested Tags**
Use these exact tags on TradingView for best reach:
```
consolidation
price-action
volatility
range
breakout
compression
supply-and-demand
forex
scalping
trend-analysis
```
---
# ⭐ **5. Script Category**
Choose one:
### Recommended:
➡ **Technical Indicators → Volatility**
or
➡ **Technical Indicators → Price Action**
---
# ⭐ **6. Icon / Cover Image Suggestions**
(Create or upload manually — TradingView requires an image)
Theme suggestions:
* Clean minimalistic yellow/orange box with text **“Shiva Zone Indicator”**
* A sample chart screenshot showing a tight consolidation zone
* A symbolic icon of contraction/expansion inspired by Shiva (simple geometry, not religious imagery)
---
# ⭐ **7. Developer Credits (Optional)**
Created by **Dr. Sudhir Khollam**
Astrologer & Market Analyst
Creator of the SALSA© Method
---
Brahma Creation Field (SALSA Edition)
# ⭐ **1. INDICATOR TITLE**
Use a clear, branded, professional name:
### **Brahma Creation Field (BCF) — SALSA© Market Imbalance Indicator**
---
# ⭐ **2. SHORT DESCRIPTION (appears in search results)**
**Identifies Brahma Creation Fields (BCFs) using SALSA© Market Logic. A rewritten, original imbalance tool inspired by displacement zones, with Creation Strength Line (CSL), integrity breaks, and optional actionable alerts.**
---
# ⭐ **3. FULL DESCRIPTION (for the script page)**
### **TradingView-Ready**
---
## **Brahma Creation Field (BCF) — SALSA© Edition**
The **Brahma Creation Field (BCF)** Indicator is an *original* SALSA©-based imbalance model designed to identify areas where price rapidly expands with strong intent and leaves behind a “Creation Field.”
This indicator is an entirely proprietary rewrite based on **Vedic + SALSA© Interpretation of Market Birth**, and does **not reuse or copy** any external code. It is not affiliated with or derived from any other indicator.
---
## 🔱 **What Is a Brahma Creation Field (BCF)?**
In SALSA© Market Dynamics:
* **Brahma** = Creation
* **Vishnu** = Continuation
* **Shiva** = Transformation (destruction/reset)
A **BCF** is the *birth moment* of a new price narrative —
a zone created when price displaces strongly enough to leave a gap between the candle and the candle two bars earlier.
This is interpreted as:
* **Bullish BCF** → A strong upward creation event
* **Bearish BCF** → A strong downward creation event
These “Creation Fields” often act as **reaction points, continuation areas, or reversal zones**.
---
## 🔰 **Key Features**
### **✔ Automatic Detection of Brahma Creation Fields**
Identifies both bullish and bearish creation zones using clean imbalance structure.
### **✔ Creation Strength Line (CSL)**
A midline through the BCF used to confirm strength, bias, and equilibrium.
### **✔ Integrity Break Logic**
When price invalidates the BCF, the zone fades and becomes inactive.
### **✔ Real-Time Updates**
BCFs extend automatically as long as they are active.
### **✔ Alerts Included**
* Bullish BCF Formed
* Bearish BCF Formed
* BCF Integrity Broken
* Price Inside Active BCF
* CSL Cross (Midline Cross)
### **✔ 100% Original Codebase**
Fresh, clean Pine Script v6 logic reflecting SALSA© philosophy.
---
## 🔬 **Use Cases**
* Forecasting continuation after displacement
* Identifying strong zones of liquidity imbalance
* Spotting trend birth points
* Assessing whether narrative pressure is bullish or bearish
* Establishing intraday bias
* Creating entry/exit signals
* Building automated strategies
---
## ⚠ **License Notice**
This indicator is an **original work** created for TradingView,
based on **SALSA© Market Theory**.
You may NOT resell or rehost the code without explicit permission.
If you adapt this script, please give proper credit.
---
## 🙏 **Credits / Attribution**
The concepts here are influenced by general imbalance and displacement theory in trading.
The code itself is **100% original**, written entirely from scratch.
---
# ⭐ **4. TAGS TO USE (Very Important for Visibility)**
Add exactly these tags in TradingView:
* **imbalance**
* **fvg**
* **liquidity**
* **supplydemand**
* **trend**
* **intraday**
* **bias**
* **zones**
* **supportresistance**
* **marketstructure**
* **smartmoney**
These tags rank extremely well.
---
# ⭐ **5. CATEGORIES**
Choose:
✔ **“Technical”**
✔ **“Indicators”**
✔ **“Price Action”** (optional but recommended)
---
# ⭐ **6. LICENSE**
Choose:
### **© Copyright — Open for Personal Use**
or
### **Custom License**
Recommended text:
> This script is © protected.
>
> You may use it freely on TradingView for personal analysis,
> but you may NOT redistribute, publish variations, or sell this code.
---
# ⭐ **7. OPTIONAL – AUTHOR BIO**
Include:
> Dr. Sudhir Khollam
> SALSA© Market Dynamics • Vedic + Financial Astrology
> Creator of the SALSA© Method, Astro SALSA© Pro, and SALSA© Prediction Cards
---
# ⭐ **8. WHAT TO PUT IN “EXTERNAL SOURCE” SECTION**
This is optional, but if you want to be completely transparent:
```
This indicator is a fresh, original rewrite created from scratch.
It does not contain or reuse code from any third-party indicator.
Conceptually inspired by classical imbalance/displacement logic,
translated into a SALSA© creation-phase model.
```
---
# ⭐ **9. SCREENSHOT GUIDELINES (Important for Approval)**
Use a chart showing:
✔ At least one Bullish BCF
✔ At least one Bearish BCF
✔ CSL line clearly visible
✔ Integrity break (if possible)
✔ Clean chart (no clutter)
✔ Label arrows added manually (optional)
Upload **3 screenshots**, TradingView always prefers multi-angle examples.
---
# ⭐ **10. SEO-OPTIMIZED SUMMARY (for search engines)**
**SALSA© BCF Indicator is an imbalance-based price action tool that highlights Brahma Creation Fields — the birth of market intent. Featuring CSL midlines, integrity break detection, real-time zone extension, and a full alert suite. Ideal for traders using smart money concepts, FVGs, SMC, or Vedic-based price analysis.**
---
# ⭐ **11. PUBLISHING CHECKLIST**
### ✔ Code compiles
### ✔ Description added
### ✔ Screenshot added
### ✔ Tags added
### ✔ License selected
### ✔ Public or Protected selected
### ✔ Test alerts
### ✔ Save + Publish
---
TX Ultra Zone Consolidation Detector## TX Ultra Zone Consolidation Detector ##
Overview TX Ultra Zone is an advanced market structure utility designed to automatically detect periods of consolidation, indecision, and sideways movement. By isolating ranging markets, it helps traders avoid "choppy" conditions and prepare for high-probability breakouts.
What It Does
Automatic Detection: Draws visual boxes around price action when volatility compresses.
Breakout Projection: Once price breaks the box, it projects a "Shadow Zone" forward. This shadow serves as a key reference for Support-becomes-Resistance (or vice versa) retests.
Noise Filtering: Helps you stay out of the market when no clear trend exists.
How It Works (Conceptual) The script uses a multi-layer detection engine:
Regime Detection: It analyzes market efficiency and volatility (using adaptive logic) to determine if the market is trending or ranging.
Geometry Confinement: When a range is detected, the script locks the High and Low boundaries.
Expansion & Breakout: The box dynamically expands if price pushes the boundary slightly without a true breakout. A valid breakout closes the box and triggers the Shadow Extension.
How to Use
Add to Chart: Works best on volatility-sensitive assets (Forex, Crypto, Indices).
Wait for the Box: When a Purple Box appears, the market is resting. Do not trade trends inside the box.
Trade the Breakout: Wait for a candle close outside the box.
Use the Shadow: The Grey Shadow Extension indicates where price might return to "retest" the breakout level. This is often a prime entry zone.
Settings & Tuning
Detection Engine: Switch between Adaptive Volatility (Standard) or Momentum Compression (Alternative).
Zone Threshold:
45-50: Sensitive (More boxes, catches micro-ranges).
55-60: Strict (Only catches very clear, tight consolidation).
Shadow Extension: Adjust how far into the future the support/resistance zone is projected.
Disclaimer This tool is for educational and analytical purposes only. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always use proper risk management.
srd786-Intraday VWAP Price Action IndicatorDISCLAIMER
This Pine Script indicator does not constitute financial advice; it is just intended for educational and informational purposes. It functions as a tool for technical analysis that could help traders spot possible trading opportunities. It is crucial to remember that participating in financial markets has a number of risks that might result in large losses and are not suitable for all investors.
Users are encouraged to conduct their own thorough investigation and analysis prior to using this indicator. Avoiding trading with money that one cannot afford to lose is essential. It is also advised to seek advice from a certified financial expert. Users must use suitable risk management techniques and recognize that past success does not guarantee future outcomes.
Any losses, damages, or other consequences resulting from the usage of this indicator are not the author's responsibility. The user is ultimately responsible for all trading decisions, therefore using this tool is at their own risk.
INTRODUCTION
The “srd786-Intraday VWAP Price Action Indicator” is a sophisticated Pine Script (version 6) trading tool designed for intraday traders who focus on New York session trading hours. This indicator combines multiple technical analysis concepts including Volume Weighted Average Price (VWAP), Average True Range (ATR) for risk management, swing point detection for support/resistance identification, and momentum analysis through RSI. The primary objective is to generate high-probability long and short signals based on price action confluence with trend, momentum, and key structural levels.
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VWAP (Volume Weighted Average Price): Shows the "fair" average price based on both price and trading volume.
2.
ATR (Average True Range): Measures how much the price typically moves each day.
3.
Trend Analysis: Identifies whether the market is going up, down, or sideways.
4.
Momentum Indicators: Shows how strong the current price movement is.
5.
Support & Resistance: Identifies key price levels where the price might stop or reverse.
6.
Swing Points: Finds significant turning points in the price.
This indicator is specifically optimized for the New York trading session (9:30 AM to 4:00 PM ET), making it particularly suitable for traders who focus on US market hours. It provides a complete trading framework that includes not only signal generation but also precise trade management levels including entry prices, stop-loss orders, and profit targets based on a configurable reward-to-risk ratio.
The philosophy behind this indicator is confluence-based trading. Rather than relying on a single indicator or condition, it requires multiple factors to align before generating a trade signal. This approach filters out lower-probability setups and focuses only on high-quality opportunities where price action, trend direction, momentum, and key technical levels all point in the same direction.
CORE CONCEPT AND METHODOLOGY
Volume Weighted Average Price (VWAP)
VWAP is the cornerstone of this indicator's trading methodology. Unlike a simple moving average that treats all price bars equally, VWAP incorporates volume data into its calculation, giving more weight to bars with higher trading volume. This makes VWAP a more accurate representation of the true average price where the most significant trading activity occurred.
The calculation of VWAP is performed using the built-in 'ta.vwap()' function, which computes the cumulative volume-weighted average price from the beginning of the session. For intraday traders, VWAP serves as a critical reference point that indicates whether the current price is trading at a premium (above VWAP) or discount (below VWAP) relative to the session's volume-weighted average.
In this indicator, the VWAP source is configurable through the 'vwapSource' parameter, with the default being HLC3 (High + Low + Close / 3). This source selection allows traders to experiment with different price types such as typical price, weighted close, or even custom sources to suit their trading style and market preferences.
Average True Range (ATR) for Risk Management
The Average True Range, calculated using 'ta.atr()', measures market volatility by decomposing the current range of price movement. ATR does not indicate price direction;
instead, it quantifies the degree of price movement or volatility over a specified period. In this indicator, ATR serves dual purposes: determining the distance for limit orders and calculating stop-loss levels.
The 'atrLength' parameter (default: 14) controls the lookback period for the ATR calculation. A shorter length makes the indicator more responsive to recent volatility, while a longer length provides a smoother average that may be more suitable for less volatile markets. The 'atrMultiplier' (default: 1.5) determines how many ATR units away the stop-loss is placed from the entry price, allowing traders to adjust their risk exposure based on current market conditions.
Swing Detection and Support/Resistance
Swing points represent significant turning points in price action where the market has temporarily exhausted its directional momentum. This indicator uses pivot high and pivot low calculations to identify swing highs and swing lows, which then form the basis for dynamic support and resistance levels.
The 'swingLength' parameter (default: 5) defines how many bars to the left and right of a potential pivot point must be lower (for pivot highs) or higher (for pivot lows) to confirm the swing point. This lookback period helps filter out minor price fluctuations and focuses on more significant structural levels.
Support and resistance levels are stored in arrays ('swingHighArray' and 'SwingLowArray'), with the most recent swing points serving as the primary reference levels. The 'srLookback' parameter (default: 20) controls the overall lookback window and also determines how many
swing points to maintain in each array, ensuring that only relevant historical levels are considered.
Breakout Detection
When a price moves past a major support or resistance level, this is known as a price breakout. This price breakout suggests that there is a possibility of a new trend direction heading forward.Breakout detection eliminates noise, as little price fluctuations or volatility may momentarily drive prices past a threshold without authentic conviction.Detection of breakouts affirms robustness when the price above the threshold by 2%, indicating genuine market interest, and mitigates whipsaws to prevent placing trades based on transient price swings.
The Breakout Tolerance parameter, set by default to 2%, regulates the breakout tolerance for the indicator. A price closure above the current high plus a minor tolerance buffer (usually 2%) indicates a potential continuation of upward movement, classified as a Bullish Breakout. Conversely, when the price closes below the recent low plus a minor tolerance buffer (usually 2%), it suggests that the price may continue to decline, which is classified as a Bearish Breakout Down.
Trend Identification
Trend determination is accomplished through an Exponential Moving Average (EMA) with a configurable length ('trendMaLength', default: 9). The indicator classifies trend into three
states: BULLISH (price above EMA with confirmation from the previous bar), BEARISH (price below EMA with confirmation), and SIDEWAYS (price crossing or near the EMA).
The EMA is chosen over simple moving averages because it responds more quickly to recent price changes while still providing enough smoothing to filter out noise. The confirmation requirement (both current and previous bar must be on the same side of the EMA) reduces false signals during periods of choppy price action.
Momentum Analysis
Momentum is measured using the Relative Strength Index (RSI) with a configurable length ('momentumLength', default: 9). RSI values are categorized into five states to provide nuanced momentum readings: STRONG BULL (RSI above 70), BUILDING (RSI between 55 and 70), NEUTRAL (RSI between 45 and 55), WEAKENING (RSI below 45), and STRONG BEAR (RSI below 30).
This momentum categorization allows traders to distinguish between strong trending conditions (STRONG BULL/BEAR) and transitions (BUILDING/WEAKENING), providing context for trade signals and helping to avoid entering positions during momentum divergences.
CONFIGURATION PARAMETERS
VWAP Settings
The 'vwapSource' parameter determines which price value is used in the VWAP calculation. The default value of 'hlc3' (High + Low + Close / 3) provides a balanced representation of each bar's price action. Traders can modify this to use typical price ('high + low + close / 3'), weighted close ('high + low + close + close / 4'), or other price types depending on their analytical preferences.
ATR Settings
The 'atrLength' parameter sets the lookback period for the Average True Range calculation. The default of 14 periods is standard across most trading platforms and timeframes, providing a good balance between responsiveness and smoothness. The 'atrMultiplier' parameter (default: 1.5) scales the ATR value to determine stop-loss distances. A multiplier of 1.5 means the stop-loss is placed 1.5 ATR units away from the entry price, providing enough buffer to accommodate normal volatility while limiting risk.
Trade Settings
The 'rrRatio' parameter (default: 3.0) establishes the reward-to-risk ratio for trade targets. A ratio of 2.0 means the profit target is twice the distance of the stop-loss from the entry price. The 'limitOrderDistance' parameter (default: 0.5) determines how far below (for long trades)
or above (for short trades) the current close the limit order is placed, measured in ATR units. This allows traders to enter positions at better prices while waiting for pullbacks.
Swing Detection Settings
The 'swingLength' parameter (default: 5) controls pivot identification sensitivity. Higher values identify more significant swing points but may miss shorter-term opportunities. The 'showSwings' boolean parameter toggles the visual display of swing high and low points on the chart.
Support & Resistance Settings
The 'srLookback' parameter (default: 20) defines how many bars back to search for swing points and support/resistance levels. The 'breakoutTolerance' parameter (default: 0.02 or 2%) adds a small buffer to breakout detection to account for minor penetration of support/resistance levels due to price spikes or slippage.
Trend & Momentum Settings
The 'trendMaLength' parameter (default: 9) sets the EMA length for trend determination, while 'momentumLength' (default: 9) sets the RSI lookback period. Both should be at least 5 periods for meaningful calculations.
Table Settings
The 'showTable' parameter (default: true) enables the display of two information tables that provide real-time data on Indicator values and trade levels.
SIGNAL GENERATION LOGIC
Long Signal Conditions
A long signal is generated when all the following conditions are simultaneously true:
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Session Filter: The trade must occur during New York session hours (9:30 AM - 4:00 PM ET).
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Trend Confirmation: The trend must be BULLISH (price above EMA with confirmation).
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Price Position: Current price must be above VWAP, indicating bullish price action.
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Breakout or No Resistance: Either price is breaking out above resistance level with tolerance, or there is no prior resistance level to overcome.
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Momentum Alignment: Momentum must be either STRONG BULL or BUILDING.
This confluence of conditions ensures that long trades are only taken when the market is trending higher, price is confirming strength by trading above VWAP, and momentum is supportive of continued upward movement.
Short Signal Conditions
A short signal is generated when all the following conditions are simultaneously true:
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Session Filter: The trade must occur during New York session hours
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Trend Confirmation: The trend must be BEARISH (price below EMA with confirmation)
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Price Position: Current price must be below VWAP, indicating bearish price action
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Breakout or No Support: Either price is breaking down below support level with tolerance, or there is no prior support level to overcome
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Momentum Alignment: Momentum must be either STRONG BEAR or WEAKENING
Similar to long signals, short trades require alignment across multiple timeframes and analytical approaches, filtering out counter-trend trades and focusing on high-probability setups.
TRADE MANAGEMENT FRAMEWORK
Entry Price Calculation
For long trades, the limit order price is calculated as: 'Close - (ATR Value × Limit Order Distance)'. This places the entry price below the current close, allowing traders to buy on dips while maintaining a favorable entry price. For short trades, the limit order is placed above the current close: 'Close + (ATR Value × Limit Order Distance)'.
The limit order distance is expressed in ATR units, making it adaptive to current volatility conditions. In more volatile markets, the limit order will be placed further from the current price, while in calmer markets, it will be closer.
Stop-Loss Placement
Stop-loss levels are calculated using the ATR multiplier to ensure adaptive risk management. For long trades: 'Entry Price - (ATR Value × ATR Multiplier)'. For short trades: 'Entry Price + (ATR Value × ATR Multiplier)'.
This adaptive approach to stop-loss placement means that in volatile markets, stops are wider to avoid being stopped out by normal price fluctuations, while in quieter markets, stops are tighter to limit potential losses. The default multiplier of 1.5 provides approximately 1.5 times the average true range of protection.
Target Price Calculation
Profit targets are determined by the reward-to-risk ratio: 'Entry Price + (ATR Stop Distance × RR Ratio)' for long trades and 'Entry Price - (ATR Stop Distance × RR Ratio)' for short trades. The default ratio of 2.0 means the target is twice the distance of the stop-loss, providing a favorable risk-reward profile.
New York Session Tracking
The indicator includes specialized logic for tracking the New York session open price. When a new NY session begins (determined by the 'isNewNySession' variable), the current open price is recorded and maintained throughout the session. This provides a reference point for measuring intraday directional bias from the session's starting level.
INFORMATION TABLES
Indicators Table
This table displays the current price, VWAP value, NY session open price, support level,resistance level, ATR, ATR-scaled stop distance, current trend classification, momentum state with RSI value, and breakout status. All values are color-coded based on their bullish or bearish implications. The VWAP cell is color-coded green if price is above VWAP (bullish) and red if below (bearish), providing instant visual confirmation of price's position relative to this critical level.
Trade Levels Table
This table shows current signal status (LONG, SHORT, or WAIT), limit order distance in ATR units, calculated limit order price, stop-loss level, and target price with the reward-to-risk ratio displayed. The signal cell is highlighted in green for long signals and red for short signals.
ALERT CONDITIONS
The indicator includes four alert conditions that can be configured in TradingView:
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LONG Signal: Triggers when a long signal is generated, providing entry price, stop-loss, and target information.
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SHORT Signal: Triggers when a short signal is generated with corresponding trade details.
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Breakout Up: Notifies when price breaks out above resistance level.
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Breakout Down: Notifies when price breaks down below support level.
These alerts enable traders to receive notifications via TradingView's alert system without continuously monitoring the charts.
USAGE EXAMPLES AND TRADING SCENARIOS
Strong Bullish Trend with VWAP Support
In this scenario, price has been trading above the 9-period EMA for multiple bars, confirming a bullish trend. The current price is above VWAP, indicating buyers are willing to pay a premium. A recent swing low has established a support level, and RSI is reading 65, indicating building momentum without being overextended. When price breaks above the recent swing high resistance with a 2% tolerance, the indicator generates a long signal. The trader places a limit order below the current bar's close (0.5 ATR units) and sets the stop-loss 1.5 ATR units below the entry, with a target 2.0 times the stop distance away.
Short Setup During Volatile Session
During a particularly volatile NY session, price gaps down below VWAP early in the day. The 9-period EMA is declining, and both current and previous bars are below it, confirming a bearish trend. The RSI has dropped to 28, indicating strong bearish momentum. A recent swing high serves as resistance, and when price breaks below the swing low support level, the indicator generates a short signal. The trader enters on a limit order placed 0.5 ATR units above the current price, with the stop-loss 1.5 ATR units above the entry and the target at a 2.0 reward-to-risk ratio.
Avoiding Counter-Trend Trades
Consider a scenario where price is above VWAP and the RSI reads 72 (overbought), but the price is below the 9-period EMA and the previous bar was also below the EMA. In this case, the trend is classified as BEARISH (or SIDEWAYS) despite the bullish price position relative to VWAP. The indicator will not generate a long signal because the trend condition is not met, protecting the trader from what could be a bear trap or continuation pattern.
No Prior Levels Scenario
At the beginning of a trading session or after significant volatility has cleared prior swing points, there may be no established support or resistance levels in the lookback window. In this case, the breakout condition 'or na(resistanceLevel)' allows long signals to be generated without requiring a resistance level to be broken, enabling traders to participate in emerging trends without waiting for prior levels to form.
BEST PRACTICES AND TIPS
Timeframe Selection
This indicator is optimized for intraday timeframes (1-minute to 60-minute charts) and specifically for NY session trading. Higher timeframes may produce more reliable signals but fewer opportunities, while lower timeframes will generate more signals but with potentially lower reliability. Traders should backtest on their preferred timeframe before trading live.
Market Conditions
The indicator performs best in trending markets with clear directional bias. During ranging or sideways markets, the trend condition may oscillate frequently, and VWAP may oscillate around price, reducing signal quality. Consider filtering signals or reducing position size during low-volatility, range-bound conditions.
Parameter Optimization
While the default parameters have been selected for general applicability, traders should consider optimizing certain parameters for specific markets or instruments. For highly volatile instruments like crude oil or natural gas, increasing the 'atrMultiplier' to 2.0 or 2.5 may provide more appropriate risk management. For less volatile instruments like certain forex pairs, reducing the multiplier to 1.0 or 1.2 may improve signal quality.
Multiple Timeframe Analysis
For enhanced performance, traders can analyze the trend on a higher timeframe (such as 15-minute or hourly) while taking signals on a lower timeframe (such as 5-minute or 1-minute). This multi-timeframe approach ensures that signals are aligned with the larger trend direction.
Risk Management
While the indicator provides calculated stop-loss levels, traders should consider their overall position sizing and portfolio risk. The ATR-based stops provide a market-adaptive approach, but individual risk tolerance and account size should ultimately determine position sizing. The 2.0 reward-to-risk ratio is fixed but can be adjusted based on personal preferences or the specific characteristics of the instrument being traded.
INTEGRATION WITH TRADINGVIEW
Adding the Indicator
To add this indicator to a TradingView chart, paste the code into the Pine Script editor and click "Add to Chart." The indicator will appear in the chart's sidebar and begin calculating immediately once sufficient historical data is available.
Configuring Alerts
To set up alerts, right-click on any of the alert conditions in the indicator's settings panel (long signal, short signal, breakout up, or breakout down) and select "Add Alert." Configure the alert frequency and notification methods (push notification, email, webhook, etc.) according to your preferences.
Customization
All input parameters can be adjusted through the indicator's settings panel without modifying the source code. Traders can experiment with different VWAP sources, ATR lengths and multipliers, swing detection parameters, and table display options to suit their trading style and market preferences.
LIMITATIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS
Session Dependency
The indicator is specifically designed for NY session trading and will not generate signals outside these hours. Traders focused on other sessions or 24-hour markets may need to modify the session string to match their trading hours.
Historical Data Requirements
The indicator requires sufficient historical data to accurately calculate swing points and support/resistance levels. On lower timeframe charts with limited history, the initial signals may be less reliable until adequate swing points are identified.
Lag in Swing Detection
By definition, swing points are confirmed after the price has moved away from them, introducing some lag into support/resistance identification. Traders should be aware that the most recent swing point may not be confirmed until several bars after it occurs.
Not Financial Advice
This indicator is a technical analysis tool and should not be construed as financial advice. Traders are responsible for their own research and risk management decisions. Past performance of any trading system does not guarantee future results.
SUMMARY
The code follows a logical flow:
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Version and Declaration: Pine Script version 6 indicator declaration with overlay enabled
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Input Parameters: All user-configurable settings grouped by category
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Session Logic: New York session tracking and open price recording
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Core Calculations: VWAP, ATR, EMA, RSI, swing points
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Support/Resistance Logic: Array-based storage and retrieval of swing levels
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Trend and Momentum Classification: Categorization of current market state
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Signal Generation: Confluence-based long and short conditions
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Trade Level Calculations: Entry, stop-loss, and target pricing
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Visual Plots: Hidden plots for alert data access
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Information Tables: Real-time display of key values
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Alert Conditions: Four configurable alert triggers
This structured approach ensures clarity, maintainability, and extensibility for future modifications or enhancements.
Big Trend Catcher: Dual-Gate EMA & ATR Trailing Swing TraderThe Big Trend Catcher: Long-Only Progressive Swing System
OVERVIEW
The Big Trend Catcher is a high-conviction, long-only swing trading strategy designed to identify and ride sustained market moves. Unlike traditional trend-following systems that often get "chopped out" during sideways consolidation, this strategy utilizes a Dual-Gate Filter to ensure you only enter when short-term momentum and the long-term trend are in total alignment.
It is specifically tuned for high-growth stocks and ETFs where capturing the lion’s share of a multi-week or multi-month move is the primary objective.
CORE LOGIC: THE DUAL-GATE SYSTEM
To maintain a high quality of entries, the strategy requires a "confirmed launch" through two distinct filters:
The Momentum Gate (20 EMA): Identifies immediate price acceleration and volume-backed impulse.
The Long-Term Gate (100 EMA): Acts as the ultimate trend filter. The script utilizes a "Signal Memory" logic—if an impulse happens while price is still below the 100 EMA, the trade is held in a "Pending" state. The entry only triggers once the price closes firmly above the 100 EMA.
Goal: This prevents "bottom fishing" in established downtrends and keeps you in cash during sideways "death loops" when the long-term direction is unclear.
KEY FEATURES
1. Progressive Pyramiding (Scale-In)
The biggest profits in swing trading are often made by adding to winners. This system features two automated scale-in triggers:
Velocity Adds (VOLC): Adds to the position if the stock is up >10% and moving with rising momentum, allowing you to build a larger position as the trend proves its strength.
Pullback Adds: Adds to the position when the price tests the 20 EMA and holds, allowing you to buy the "dip" within a healthy uptrend.
2. The Phoenix Re-Entry
This logic is designed to catch "V-shaped" recoveries. If the strategy exits on a trend break but the price aggressively reclaims the 20 EMA on massive volume shortly after, it re-enters the trade. This ensures you aren't left behind during the second leg of a major run after a temporary shakeout.
3. Iron-Floor ATR Exit
We use a 3.5x ATR Trailing Stop combined with the 100 EMA. This wider-than-average "breathing room" is designed to keep you in for significant gains while ignoring the minor daily volatility that often shakes out traders with tighter stops.
HOW TO USE
Best Timeframes: Daily (D) is recommended for identifying major cycles, but it can be applied to the 4-Hour (4H) for more active swing trading.
Settings:
* 20 EMA: Your short-term momentum guide.
* 100 EMA: Your long-term trend guide.
* ATR Multiplier: Set to 3.5 for maximum "trend hugging."
SUMMARY OF VISUALS
Blue Line (100 EMA): The Long-Term Trend.
Yellow Line (20 EMA): The Short-Term Momentum.
Red Stepped Line: Your ATR Trailing Floor (The "Iron Floor").
Lime Triangle: Initial Trade Entry.
Blue/Orange Shapes: Progressive Scale-in points.
