Algorithm Predator - ML-liteAlgorithm Predator - ML-lite
This indicator combines four specialized trading agents with an adaptive multi-armed bandit selection system to identify high-probability trade setups. It is designed for swing and intraday traders who want systematic signal generation based on institutional order flow patterns , momentum exhaustion , liquidity dynamics , and statistical mean reversion .
Core Architecture
Why These Components Are Combined:
The script addresses a fundamental challenge in algorithmic trading: no single detection method works consistently across all market conditions. By deploying four independent agents and using reinforcement learning algorithms to select or blend their outputs, the system adapts to changing market regimes without manual intervention.
The Four Trading Agents
1. Spoofing Detector Agent 🎭
Detects iceberg orders through persistent volume at similar price levels over 5 bars
Identifies spoofing patterns via asymmetric wick analysis (wicks exceeding 60% of bar range with volume >1.8× average)
Monitors order clustering using simplified Hawkes process intensity tracking (exponential decay model)
Signal Logic: Contrarian—fades false breakouts caused by institutional manipulation
Best Markets: Consolidations, institutional trading windows, low-liquidity hours
2. Exhaustion Detector Agent ⚡
Calculates RSI divergence between price movement and momentum indicator over 5-bar window
Detects VWAP exhaustion (price at 2σ bands with declining volume)
Uses VPIN reversals (volume-based toxic flow dissipation) to identify momentum failure
Signal Logic: Counter-trend—enters when momentum extreme shows weakness
Best Markets: Trending markets reaching climax points, over-extended moves
3. Liquidity Void Detector Agent 💧
Measures Bollinger Band squeeze (width <60% of 50-period average)
Identifies stop hunts via 20-bar high/low penetration with immediate reversal and volume spike
Detects hidden liquidity absorption (volume >2× average with range <0.3× ATR)
Signal Logic: Breakout anticipation—enters after liquidity grab but before main move
Best Markets: Range-bound pre-breakout, volatility compression zones
4. Mean Reversion Agent 📊
Calculates price z-scores relative to 50-period SMA and standard deviation (triggers at ±2σ)
Implements Ornstein-Uhlenbeck process scoring (mean-reverting stochastic model)
Uses entropy analysis to detect algorithmic trading patterns (low entropy <0.25 = high predictability)
Signal Logic: Statistical reversion—enters when price deviates significantly from statistical equilibrium
Best Markets: Range-bound, low-volatility, algorithmically-dominated instruments
Adaptive Selection: Multi-Armed Bandit System
The script implements four reinforcement learning algorithms to dynamically select or blend agents based on performance:
Thompson Sampling (Default - Recommended):
Uses Bayesian inference with beta distributions (tracks alpha/beta parameters per agent)
Balances exploration (trying underused agents) vs. exploitation (using proven winners)
Each agent's win/loss history informs its selection probability
Lite Approximation: Uses pseudo-random sampling from price/volume noise instead of true random number generation
UCB1 (Upper Confidence Bound):
Calculates confidence intervals using: average_reward + sqrt(2 × ln(total_pulls) / agent_pulls)
Deterministic algorithm favoring agents with high uncertainty (potential upside)
More conservative than Thompson Sampling
Epsilon-Greedy:
Exploits best-performing agent (1-ε)% of the time
Explores randomly ε% of the time (default 10%, configurable 1-50%)
Simple, transparent, easily tuned via epsilon parameter
Gradient Bandit:
Uses softmax probability distribution over agent preference weights
Updates weights via gradient ascent based on rewards
Best for Blend mode where all agents contribute
Selection Modes:
Switch Mode: Uses only the selected agent's signal (clean, decisive)
Blend Mode: Combines all agents using exponentially weighted confidence scores controlled by temperature parameter (smooth, diversified)
Lock Agent Feature:
Optional manual override to force one specific agent
Useful after identifying which agent dominates your specific instrument
Only applies in Switch mode
Four choices: Spoofing Detector, Exhaustion Detector, Liquidity Void, Mean Reversion
Memory System
Dual-Layer Architecture:
Short-Term Memory: Stores last 20 trade outcomes per agent (configurable 10-50)
Long-Term Memory: Stores episode averages when short-term reaches transfer threshold (configurable 5-20 bars)
Memory Boost Mechanism: Recent performance modulates agent scores by up to ±20%
Episode Transfer: When an agent accumulates sufficient results, averages are condensed into long-term storage
Persistence: Manual restoration of learned parameters via input fields (alpha, beta, weights, microstructure thresholds)
How Memory Works:
Agent generates signal → outcome tracked after 8 bars (performance horizon)
Result stored in short-term memory (win = 1.0, loss = 0.0)
Short-term average influences agent's future scores (positive feedback loop)
After threshold met (default 10 results), episode averaged into long-term storage
Long-term patterns (weighted 30%) + short-term patterns (weighted 70%) = total memory boost
Market Microstructure Analysis
These advanced metrics quantify institutional order flow dynamics:
Order Flow Toxicity (Simplified VPIN):
Measures buy/sell volume imbalance over 20 bars: |buy_vol - sell_vol| / (buy_vol + sell_vol)
Detects informed trading activity (institutional players with non-public information)
Values >0.4 indicate "toxic flow" (informed traders active)
Lite Approximation: Uses simple open/close heuristic instead of tick-by-tick trade classification
Price Impact Analysis (Simplified Kyle's Lambda):
Measures market impact efficiency: |price_change_10| / sqrt(volume_sum_10)
Low values = large orders with minimal price impact ( stealth accumulation )
High values = retail-dominated moves with high slippage
Lite Approximation: Uses simplified denominator instead of regression-based signed order flow
Market Randomness (Entropy Analysis):
Counts unique price changes over 20 bars / 20
Measures market predictability
High entropy (>0.6) = human-driven, chaotic price action
Low entropy (<0.25) = algorithmic trading dominance (predictable patterns)
Lite Approximation: Simple ratio instead of true Shannon entropy H(X) = -Σ p(x)·log₂(p(x))
Order Clustering (Simplified Hawkes Process):
Tracks self-exciting event intensity (coordinated order activity)
Decays at 0.9× per bar, spikes +1.0 when volume >1.5× average
High intensity (>0.7) indicates clustering (potential spoofing/accumulation)
Lite Approximation: Simple exponential decay instead of full λ(t) = μ + Σ α·exp(-β(t-tᵢ)) with MLE
Signal Generation Process
Multi-Stage Validation:
Stage 1: Agent Scoring
Each agent calculates internal score based on its detection criteria
Scores must exceed agent-specific threshold (adjusted by sensitivity multiplier)
Agent outputs: Signal direction (+1/-1/0) and Confidence level (0.0-1.0)
Stage 2: Memory Boost
Agent scores multiplied by memory boost factor (0.8-1.2 based on recent performance)
Successful agents get amplified, failing agents get dampened
Stage 3: Bandit Selection/Blending
If Adaptive Mode ON:
Switch: Bandit selects single best agent, uses only its signal
Blend: All agents combined using softmax-weighted confidence scores
If Adaptive Mode OFF:
Traditional consensus voting with confidence-squared weighting
Signal fires when consensus exceeds threshold (default 70%)
Stage 4: Confirmation Filter
Raw signal must repeat for consecutive bars (default 3, configurable 2-4)
Minimum confidence threshold: 0.25 (25%) enforced regardless of mode
Trend alignment check: Long signals require trend_score ≥ -2, Short signals require trend_score ≤ 2
Stage 5: Cooldown Enforcement
Minimum bars between signals (default 10, configurable 5-15)
Prevents over-trading during choppy conditions
Stage 6: Performance Tracking
After 8 bars (performance horizon), signal outcome evaluated
Win = price moved in signal direction, Loss = price moved against
Results fed back into memory and bandit statistics
Trading Modes (Presets)
Pre-configured parameter sets:
Conservative: 85% consensus, 4 confirmations, 15-bar cooldown
Expected: 60-70% win rate, 3-8 signals/week
Best for: Swing trading, capital preservation, beginners
Balanced: 70% consensus, 3 confirmations, 10-bar cooldown
Expected: 55-65% win rate, 8-15 signals/week
Best for: Day trading, most traders, general use
Aggressive: 60% consensus, 2 confirmations, 5-bar cooldown
Expected: 50-58% win rate, 15-30 signals/week
Best for: Scalping, high-frequency trading, active management
Elite: 75% consensus, 3 confirmations, 12-bar cooldown
Expected: 58-68% win rate, 5-12 signals/week
Best for: Selective trading, high-conviction setups
Adaptive: 65% consensus, 2 confirmations, 8-bar cooldown
Expected: Varies based on learning
Best for: Experienced users leveraging bandit system
How to Use
1. Initial Setup (5 Minutes):
Select Trading Mode matching your style (start with Balanced)
Enable Adaptive Learning (recommended for automatic agent selection)
Choose Thompson Sampling algorithm (best all-around performance)
Keep Microstructure Metrics enabled for liquid instruments (>100k daily volume)
2. Agent Tuning (Optional):
Adjust Agent Sensitivity multipliers (0.5-2.0):
<0.8 = Highly selective (fewer signals, higher quality)
0.9-1.2 = Balanced (recommended starting point)
1.3 = Aggressive (more signals, lower individual quality)
Monitor dashboard for 20-30 signals to identify dominant agent
If one agent consistently outperforms, consider using Lock Agent feature
3. Bandit Configuration (Advanced):
Blend Temperature (0.1-2.0):
0.3 = Sharp decisions (best agent dominates)
0.5 = Balanced (default)
1.0+ = Smooth (equal weighting, democratic)
Memory Decay (0.8-0.99):
0.90 = Fast adaptation (volatile markets)
0.95 = Balanced (most instruments)
0.97+ = Long memory (stable trends)
4. Signal Interpretation:
Green triangle (▲): Long signal confirmed
Red triangle (▼): Short signal confirmed
Dashboard shows:
Active agent (highlighted row with ► marker)
Win rate per agent (green >60%, yellow 40-60%, red <40%)
Confidence bars (█████ = maximum confidence)
Memory size (short-term buffer count)
Colored zones display:
Entry level (current close)
Stop-loss (1.5× ATR)
Take-profit 1 (2.0× ATR)
Take-profit 2 (3.5× ATR)
5. Risk Management:
Never risk >1-2% per signal (use ATR-based stops)
Signals are entry triggers, not complete strategies
Combine with your own market context analysis
Consider fundamental catalysts and news events
Use "Confirming" status to prepare entries (not to enter early)
6. Memory Persistence (Optional):
After 50-100 trades, check Memory Export Panel
Record displayed alpha/beta/weight values for each agent
Record VPIN and Kyle threshold values
Enable "Restore From Memory" and input saved values to continue learning
Useful when switching timeframes or restarting indicator
Visual Components
On-Chart Elements:
Spectral Layers: EMA8 ± 0.5 ATR bands (dynamic support/resistance, colored by trend)
Energy Radiance: Multi-layer glow boxes at signal points (intensity scales with confidence, configurable 1-5 layers)
Probability Cones: Projected price paths with uncertainty wedges (15-bar projection, width = confidence × ATR)
Connection Lines: Links sequential signals (solid = same direction continuation, dotted = reversal)
Kill Zones: Risk/reward boxes showing entry, stop-loss, and dual take-profit targets
Signal Markers: Triangle up/down at validated entry points
Dashboard (Configurable Position & Size):
Regime Indicator: 4-level trend classification (Strong Bull/Bear, Weak Bull/Bear)
Mode Status: Shows active system (Adaptive Blend, Locked Agent, or Consensus)
Agent Performance Table: Real-time win%, confidence, and memory stats
Order Flow Metrics: Toxicity and impact indicators (when microstructure enabled)
Signal Status: Current state (Long/Short/Confirming/Waiting) with confirmation progress
Memory Panel (Configurable Position & Size):
Live Parameter Export: Alpha, beta, and weight values per agent
Adaptive Thresholds: Current VPIN sensitivity and Kyle threshold
Save Reminder: Visual indicator if parameters should be recorded
What Makes This Original
This script's originality lies in three key innovations:
1. Genuine Meta-Learning Framework:
Unlike traditional indicator mashups that simply display multiple signals, this implements authentic reinforcement learning (multi-armed bandits) to learn which detection method works best in current conditions. The Thompson Sampling implementation with beta distribution tracking (alpha for successes, beta for failures) is statistically rigorous and adapts continuously. This is not post-hoc optimization—it's real-time learning.
2. Episodic Memory Architecture with Transfer Learning:
The dual-layer memory system mimics human learning patterns:
Short-term memory captures recent performance (recency bias)
Long-term memory preserves historical patterns (experience)
Automatic transfer mechanism consolidates knowledge
Memory boost creates positive feedback loops (successful strategies become stronger)
This architecture allows the system to adapt without retraining , unlike static ML models that require batch updates.
3. Institutional Microstructure Integration:
Combines retail-focused technical analysis (RSI, Bollinger Bands, VWAP) with institutional-grade microstructure metrics (VPIN, Kyle's Lambda, Hawkes processes) typically found in academic finance literature and professional trading systems, not standard retail platforms. While simplified for Pine Script constraints, these metrics provide insight into informed vs. uninformed trading , a dimension entirely absent from traditional technical analysis.
Mashup Justification:
The four agents are combined specifically for risk diversification across failure modes:
Spoofing Detector: Prevents false breakout losses from manipulation
Exhaustion Detector: Prevents chasing extended trends into reversals
Liquidity Void: Exploits volatility compression (different regime than trending)
Mean Reversion: Provides mathematical anchoring when patterns fail
The bandit system ensures the optimal tool is automatically selected for each market situation, rather than requiring manual interpretation of conflicting signals.
Why "ML-lite"? Simplifications and Approximations
This is the "lite" version due to necessary simplifications for Pine Script execution:
1. Simplified VPIN Calculation:
Academic Implementation: True VPIN uses volume bucketing (fixed-volume bars) and tick-by-tick buy/sell classification via Lee-Ready algorithm or exchange-provided trade direction flags
This Implementation: 20-bar rolling window with simple open/close heuristic (close > open = buy volume)
Impact: May misclassify volume during ranging/choppy markets; works best in directional moves
2. Pseudo-Random Sampling:
Academic Implementation: Thompson Sampling requires true random number generation from beta distributions using inverse transform sampling or acceptance-rejection methods
This Implementation: Deterministic pseudo-randomness derived from price and volume decimal digits: (close × 100 - floor(close × 100)) + (volume % 100) / 100
Impact: Not cryptographically random; may have subtle biases in specific price ranges; provides sufficient variation for agent selection
3. Hawkes Process Approximation:
Academic Implementation: Full Hawkes process uses maximum likelihood estimation with exponential kernels: λ(t) = μ + Σ α·exp(-β(t-tᵢ)) fitted via iterative optimization
This Implementation: Simple exponential decay (0.9 multiplier) with binary event triggers (volume spike = event)
Impact: Captures self-exciting property but lacks parameter optimization; fixed decay rate may not suit all instruments
4. Kyle's Lambda Simplification:
Academic Implementation: Estimated via regression of price impact on signed order flow over multiple time intervals: Δp = λ × Δv + ε
This Implementation: Simplified ratio: price_change / sqrt(volume_sum) without proper signed order flow or regression
Impact: Provides directional indicator of impact but not true market depth measurement; no statistical confidence intervals
5. Entropy Calculation:
Academic Implementation: True Shannon entropy requires probability distribution: H(X) = -Σ p(x)·log₂(p(x)) where p(x) is probability of each price change magnitude
This Implementation: Simple ratio of unique price changes to total observations (variety measure)
Impact: Measures diversity but not true information entropy with probability weighting; less sensitive to distribution shape
6. Memory System Constraints:
Full ML Implementation: Neural networks with backpropagation, experience replay buffers (storing state-action-reward tuples), gradient descent optimization, and eligibility traces
This Implementation: Fixed-size array queues with simple averaging; no gradient-based learning, no state representation beyond raw scores
Impact: Cannot learn complex non-linear patterns; limited to linear performance tracking
7. Limited Feature Engineering:
Advanced Implementation: Dozens of engineered features, polynomial interactions (x², x³), dimensionality reduction (PCA, autoencoders), feature selection algorithms
This Implementation: Raw agent scores and basic market metrics (RSI, ATR, volume ratio); minimal transformation
Impact: May miss subtle cross-feature interactions; relies on agent-level intelligence rather than feature combinations
8. Single-Instrument Data:
Full Implementation: Multi-asset correlation analysis (sector ETFs, currency pairs, volatility indices like VIX), lead-lag relationships, risk-on/risk-off regimes
This Implementation: Only OHLCV data from displayed instrument
Impact: Cannot incorporate broader market context; vulnerable to correlated moves across assets
9. Fixed Performance Horizon:
Full Implementation: Adaptive horizon based on trade duration, volatility regime, or profit target achievement
This Implementation: Fixed 8-bar evaluation window
Impact: May evaluate too early in slow markets or too late in fast markets; one-size-fits-all approach
Performance Impact Summary:
These simplifications make the script:
✅ Faster: Executes in milliseconds vs. seconds (or minutes) for full academic implementations
✅ More Accessible: Runs on any TradingView plan without external data feeds, APIs, or compute servers
✅ More Transparent: All calculations visible in Pine Script (no black-box compiled models)
✅ Lower Resource Usage: <500 bars lookback, minimal memory footprint
⚠️ Less Precise: Approximations may reduce statistical edge by 5-15% vs. academic implementations
⚠️ Limited Scope: Cannot capture tick-level dynamics, multi-order-book interactions, or cross-asset flows
⚠️ Fixed Parameters: Some thresholds hardcoded rather than dynamically optimized
When to Upgrade to Full Implementation:
Consider professional Python/C++ versions with institutional data feeds if:
Trading with >$100K capital where precision differences materially impact returns
Operating in microsecond-competitive environments (HFT, market making)
Requiring regulatory-grade audit trails and reproducibility
Backtesting with tick-level precision for strategy validation
Need true real-time adaptation with neural network-based learning
For retail swing/day trading and position management, these approximations provide sufficient signal quality while maintaining usability, transparency, and accessibility. The core logic—multi-agent detection with adaptive selection—remains intact.
Technical Notes
All calculations use standard Pine Script built-in functions ( ta.ema, ta.atr, ta.rsi, ta.bb, ta.sma, ta.stdev, ta.vwap )
VPIN and Kyle's Lambda use simplified formulas optimized for OHLCV data (see "Lite" section above)
Thompson Sampling uses pseudo-random noise from price/volume decimal digits for beta distribution sampling
No repainting: All calculations use confirmed bar data (no forward-looking)
Maximum lookback: 500 bars (set via max_bars_back parameter)
Performance evaluation: 8-bar forward-looking window for reward calculation (clearly disclosed)
Confidence threshold: Minimum 0.25 (25%) enforced on all signals
Memory arrays: Dynamic sizing with FIFO queue management
Limitations and Disclaimers
Not Predictive: This indicator identifies patterns in historical data. It cannot predict future price movements with certainty.
Requires Human Judgment: Signals are entry triggers, not complete trading strategies. Must be confirmed with your own analysis, risk management rules, and market context.
Learning Period Required: The adaptive system requires 50-100 bars minimum to build statistically meaningful performance data for bandit algorithms.
Overfitting Risk: Restoring memory parameters from one market regime to a drastically different regime (e.g., low volatility to high volatility) may cause poor initial performance until system re-adapts.
Approximation Limitations: Simplified calculations (see "Lite" section) may underperform academic implementations by 5-15% in highly efficient markets.
No Guarantee of Profit: Past performance, whether backtested or live-traded, does not guarantee future performance. All trading involves risk of loss.
Forward-Looking Bias: Performance evaluation uses 8-bar forward window—this creates slight look-ahead for learning (though not for signals). Real-time performance may differ from indicator's internal statistics.
Single-Instrument Limitation: Does not account for correlations with related assets or broader market regime changes.
Recommended Settings
Timeframe: 15-minute to 4-hour charts (sufficient volatility for ATR-based stops; adequate bar volume for learning)
Assets: Liquid instruments with >100k daily volume (forex majors, large-cap stocks, BTC/ETH, major indices)
Not Recommended: Illiquid small-caps, penny stocks, low-volume altcoins (microstructure metrics unreliable)
Complementary Tools: Volume profile, order book depth, market breadth indicators, fundamental catalysts
Position Sizing: Risk no more than 1-2% of capital per signal using ATR-based stop-loss
Signal Filtering: Consider external confluence (support/resistance, trendlines, round numbers, session opens)
Start With: Balanced mode, Thompson Sampling, Blend mode, default agent sensitivities (1.0)
After 30+ Signals: Review agent win rates, consider increasing sensitivity of top performers or locking to dominant agent
Alert Configuration
The script includes built-in alert conditions:
Long Signal: Fires when validated long entry confirmed
Short Signal: Fires when validated short entry confirmed
Alerts fire once per bar (after confirmation requirements met)
Set alert to "Once Per Bar Close" for reliability
Taking you to school. — Dskyz, Trade with insight. Trade with anticipation.
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AI Scalping Signals# 🤖 AI-Powered Scalping Indicator - Ultra-Fast Trading Signals
## Overview
This advanced AI-driven **scalping indicator** is specifically engineered for high-frequency traders operating on smaller timeframes. Designed exclusively for **1-minute, 3-minute, and 5-minute charts**, this system combines multiple sophisticated technical analysis methods to identify rapid-fire, high-probability trade entries and exits. The AI algorithms analyze market momentum, micro-trend strength, and instant price dynamics in real-time, delivering lightning-fast BUY and SELL signals perfect for scalping strategies.
## Key Features
### ✨ AI-Enhanced Scalping Signal Generation
- **Machine Learning Integration**: Proprietary AI algorithms process multiple technical indicators simultaneously with millisecond precision to catch quick market moves
- **Smart Cross-Validation**: The AI system validates signals across multiple micro-conditions before generating alerts, perfect for fast-paced scalping
- **Adaptive Micro-Trend Analysis**: Intelligent momentum and trend detection optimized specifically for 1M, 3M, and 5M timeframes
- **Low-Latency Processing**: Designed for speed—signals generate instantly when conditions align for rapid trade execution
### 📊 Clean Visual Interface for Fast Trading
- **Crystal Clear Signals**: Easy-to-read BUY (green) and SELL (red) labels appear directly on your chart—no delay, no confusion
- **Background Confirmation**: Subtle background highlighting provides additional visual confirmation of scalping signals
- **No Chart Clutter**: The indicator focuses on signals only—no unnecessary lines or plots to distract from rapid price action and quick decision-making
- **Optimized for Speed**: Minimalist design allows you to spot and execute trades in seconds
### 🔔 Comprehensive Alert System for Scalpers
- **Real-Time Notifications**: Get instantly notified when AI-confirmed BUY or SELL signals are generated—critical for scalping success
- **Multi-Alert Options**: Separate alerts for buy signals, sell signals, or combined alerts for any scalping opportunity
- **Never Miss a Quick Move**: Set up alerts and let the AI monitor rapid market movements 24/7
- **Mobile-Friendly**: Receive alerts on your phone for on-the-go scalping
## How It Works
The indicator employs a sophisticated multi-layer analysis system optimized for scalping:
1. **Micro-Trend Analysis Layer**: AI algorithms analyze rapid trend shifts using advanced moving average techniques calibrated for small timeframes
2. **Momentum Spike Detection**: Smart momentum oscillators identify instant overbought and oversold conditions with scalping-level precision
3. **Price Action Validation**: Proprietary price cross-detection ensures signals align with actual market microstructure movements
4. **AI Flash Confirmation**: All conditions are processed through ultra-fast AI validation logic for immediate signal generation
### Signal Conditions
**🟢 BUY Signal (Long Scalp Entry)**
Generated when the AI system confirms:
- Bullish micro-trend alignment detected
- Price momentum shows instant strength above key thresholds
- AI-validated upward price breakout occurs on small timeframe
- Multiple technical confirmations align simultaneously for quick profit potential
**🔴 SELL Signal (Short Scalp Entry)**
Generated when the AI system confirms:
- Bearish micro-trend alignment detected
- Price momentum shows instant weakness below key thresholds
- AI-validated downward price breakdown occurs on small timeframe
- Multiple technical confirmations align simultaneously for quick profit potential
## Best Practices for Scalping
### Recommended Usage
- **⚡ Optimal Timeframes**: Specifically calibrated for **1-minute, 3-minute, and 5-minute charts** for maximum scalping performance
- **Markets**: Highly effective on forex pairs (especially majors), crypto (BTC, ETH), and high-liquidity stocks and indices
- **Session Focus**: Best results during high-volume trading sessions (London/NY overlap for forex, market open for stocks)
- **Quick Execution**: This is a scalping tool—execute trades immediately when signals appear
- **Risk Management**: Use tight stop-losses (5-15 pips for forex) and quick take-profits; scalping requires strict risk control
### Scalping Strategy Tips
- Execute trades instantly—scalping requires fast action within seconds of signal generation
- Use 1:1 or 1:2 risk-reward ratios for consistent scalping profits
- Monitor spreads and commissions—they matter significantly for scalpers
- Trade during high liquidity hours to ensure tight spreads and quick fills
- Consider trading multiple signals per session for accumulated gains
- Set mobile alerts to catch quick opportunities throughout the day
- Close positions quickly—don't let scalps turn into swing trades
- The background color change provides a split-second early warning system
## What Makes This Scalping Indicator Different?
Unlike traditional indicators designed for longer timeframes, this AI-powered scalping tool:
- ✅ **Built Exclusively for Scalping**: Optimized specifically for 1M, 3M, and 5M timeframes—not a generic indicator
- ✅ Combines multiple technical analysis methods with millisecond-precision AI processing
- ✅ Uses artificial intelligence to filter noise and validate only the fastest, cleanest scalping signals
- ✅ Eliminates the need to manually analyze multiple indicators during rapid market moves
- ✅ Provides clear, actionable signals with no interpretation required—critical for scalping speed
- ✅ Reduces false signals through multi-condition validation tuned for small timeframes
- ✅ Adapts to rapid volatility changes and micro-trend shifts in real-time
- ✅ Zero lag—signals appear instantly when conditions align for immediate execution
## Important Disclaimers
⚠️ **Scalping Risk Warning**: Scalping involves extremely high frequency trading with substantial risk of loss. This indicator is a tool to assist with fast-paced analysis and should not be the sole basis for trading decisions. Scalping requires experience, discipline, and proper risk management.
⚠️ **No Guarantee**: Past performance and backtested results do not guarantee future performance. No indicator is 100% accurate, especially in volatile scalping conditions.
⚠️ **Due Diligence**: Always conduct your own research and analysis. Use proper risk management with every single trade. Never risk more than 1-2% of your account per scalp trade.
⚠️ **Transaction Costs**: Be aware that scalping involves frequent trading, which means higher commission and spread costs. Ensure your broker offers competitive pricing for high-frequency trading.
⚠️ **Educational Tool**: This indicator is designed as an educational and analytical tool for experienced traders. Users are solely responsible for their own trading decisions.
## Settings & Customization
This is a **protected scalping indicator** with optimized parameters locked specifically for 1-minute, 3-minute, and 5-minute chart performance. The AI algorithms have been fine-tuned through extensive backtesting and live scalping optimization. No manual adjustments are needed—simply add to your small timeframe chart and start receiving rapid-fire signals.
## Support & Updates
This indicator receives regular updates to enhance AI algorithms and improve signal accuracy. For questions or support, please contact the publisher.
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*Remember: Scalping success requires lightning-fast execution, strict discipline, proper risk management, and continuous practice. Use this tool as part of a comprehensive scalping strategy with tight stop-losses and realistic profit targets.*
Stochastic Enhanced [DCAUT]█ Stochastic Enhanced
📊 ORIGINALITY & INNOVATION
The Stochastic Enhanced indicator builds upon George Lane's classic momentum oscillator (developed in the late 1950s) by providing comprehensive smoothing algorithm flexibility. While traditional implementations limit users to Simple Moving Average (SMA) smoothing, this enhanced version offers 21 advanced smoothing algorithms, allowing traders to optimize the indicator's characteristics for different market conditions and trading styles.
Key Improvements:
Extended from single SMA smoothing to 21 professional-grade algorithms including adaptive filters (KAMA, FRAMA), zero-lag methods (ZLEMA, T3), and advanced digital filters (Kalman, Laguerre)
Maintains backward compatibility with traditional Stochastic calculations through SMA default setting
Unified smoothing algorithm applies to both %K and %D lines for consistent signal processing characteristics
Enhanced visual feedback with clear color distinction and background fill highlighting for intuitive signal recognition
Comprehensive alert system covering crossovers and zone entries for systematic trade management
Differentiation from Traditional Stochastic:
Traditional Stochastic indicators use fixed SMA smoothing, which introduces consistent lag regardless of market volatility. This enhanced version addresses the limitation by offering adaptive algorithms that adjust to market conditions (KAMA, FRAMA), reduce lag without sacrificing smoothness (ZLEMA, T3, HMA), or provide superior noise filtering (Kalman Filter, Laguerre filters). The flexibility helps traders balance responsiveness and stability according to their specific needs.
📐 MATHEMATICAL FOUNDATION
Core Stochastic Calculation:
The Stochastic Oscillator measures the position of the current close relative to the high-low range over a specified period:
Step 1: Raw %K Calculation
%K_raw = 100 × (Close - Lowest Low) / (Highest High - Lowest Low)
Where:
Close = Current closing price
Lowest Low = Lowest low over the %K Length period
Highest High = Highest high over the %K Length period
Result ranges from 0 (close at period low) to 100 (close at period high)
Step 2: Smoothed %K Calculation
%K = MA(%K_raw, K Smoothing Period, MA Type)
Where:
MA = Selected moving average algorithm (SMA, EMA, etc.)
K Smoothing = 1 for Fast Stochastic, 3+ for Slow Stochastic
Traditional Fast Stochastic uses %K_raw directly without smoothing
Step 3: Signal Line %D Calculation
%D = MA(%K, D Smoothing Period, MA Type)
Where:
%D acts as a signal line and moving average of %K
D Smoothing typically set to 3 periods in traditional implementations
Both %K and %D use the same MA algorithm for consistent behavior
Available Smoothing Algorithms (21 Options):
Standard Moving Averages:
SMA (Simple): Equal-weighted average, traditional default, consistent lag characteristics
EMA (Exponential): Recent price emphasis, faster response to changes, exponential decay weighting
RMA (Rolling/Wilder's): Smoothed average used in RSI, less reactive than EMA
WMA (Weighted): Linear weighting favoring recent data, moderate responsiveness
VWMA (Volume-Weighted): Incorporates volume data, reflects market participation intensity
Advanced Moving Averages:
HMA (Hull): Reduced lag with smoothness, uses weighted moving averages and square root period
ALMA (Arnaud Legoux): Gaussian distribution weighting, minimal lag with good noise reduction
LSMA (Least Squares): Linear regression based, fits trend line to data points
DEMA (Double Exponential): Reduced lag compared to EMA, uses double smoothing technique
TEMA (Triple Exponential): Further lag reduction, triple smoothing with lag compensation
ZLEMA (Zero-Lag Exponential): Lag elimination attempt using error correction, very responsive
TMA (Triangular): Double-smoothed SMA, very smooth but slower response
Adaptive & Intelligent Filters:
T3 (Tilson T3): Six-pass exponential smoothing with volume factor adjustment, excellent smoothness
FRAMA (Fractal Adaptive): Adapts to market fractal dimension, faster in trends, slower in ranges
KAMA (Kaufman Adaptive): Efficiency ratio based adaptation, responds to volatility changes
McGinley Dynamic: Self-adjusting mechanism following price more accurately, reduced whipsaws
Kalman Filter: Optimal estimation algorithm from aerospace engineering, dynamic noise filtering
Advanced Digital Filters:
Ultimate Smoother: Advanced digital filter design, superior noise rejection with minimal lag
Laguerre Filter: Time-domain filter with N-order implementation, adjustable lag characteristics
Laguerre Binomial Filter: 6-pole Laguerre filter, extremely smooth output for long-term analysis
Super Smoother: Butterworth filter implementation, removes high-frequency noise effectively
📊 COMPREHENSIVE SIGNAL ANALYSIS
Absolute Level Interpretation (%K Line):
%K Above 80: Overbought condition, price near period high, potential reversal or pullback zone, caution for new long entries
%K in 70-80 Range: Strong upward momentum, bullish trend confirmation, uptrend likely continuing
%K in 50-70 Range: Moderate bullish momentum, neutral to positive outlook, consolidation or mild uptrend
%K in 30-50 Range: Moderate bearish momentum, neutral to negative outlook, consolidation or mild downtrend
%K in 20-30 Range: Strong downward momentum, bearish trend confirmation, downtrend likely continuing
%K Below 20: Oversold condition, price near period low, potential bounce or reversal zone, caution for new short entries
Crossover Signal Analysis:
%K Crosses Above %D (Bullish Cross): Momentum shifting bullish, faster line overtakes slower signal, consider long entry especially in oversold zone, strongest when occurring below 20 level
%K Crosses Below %D (Bearish Cross): Momentum shifting bearish, faster line falls below slower signal, consider short entry especially in overbought zone, strongest when occurring above 80 level
Crossover in Midrange (40-60): Less reliable signals, often in choppy sideways markets, require additional confirmation from trend or volume analysis
Multiple Failed Crosses: Indicates ranging market or choppy conditions, reduce position sizes or avoid trading until clear directional move
Advanced Divergence Patterns (%K Line vs Price):
Bullish Divergence: Price makes lower low while %K makes higher low, indicates weakening bearish momentum, potential trend reversal upward, more reliable when %K in oversold zone
Bearish Divergence: Price makes higher high while %K makes lower high, indicates weakening bullish momentum, potential trend reversal downward, more reliable when %K in overbought zone
Hidden Bullish Divergence: Price makes higher low while %K makes lower low, indicates trend continuation in uptrend, bullish trend strength confirmation
Hidden Bearish Divergence: Price makes lower high while %K makes higher high, indicates trend continuation in downtrend, bearish trend strength confirmation
Momentum Strength Analysis (%K Line Slope):
Steep %K Slope: Rapid momentum change, strong directional conviction, potential for extended moves but also increased reversal risk
Gradual %K Slope: Steady momentum development, sustainable trends more likely, lower probability of sharp reversals
Flat or Horizontal %K: Momentum stalling, potential reversal or consolidation ahead, wait for directional break before committing
%K Oscillation Within Range: Indicates ranging market, sideways price action, better suited for range-trading strategies than trend following
🎯 STRATEGIC APPLICATIONS
Mean Reversion Strategy (Range-Bound Markets):
Identify ranging market conditions using price action or Bollinger Bands
Wait for Stochastic to reach extreme zones (above 80 for overbought, below 20 for oversold)
Enter counter-trend position when %K crosses %D in extreme zone (sell on bearish cross above 80, buy on bullish cross below 20)
Set profit targets near opposite extreme or midline (50 level)
Use tight stop-loss above recent swing high/low to protect against breakout scenarios
Exit when Stochastic reaches opposite extreme or %K crosses %D in opposite direction
Trend Following with Momentum Confirmation:
Identify primary trend direction using higher timeframe analysis or moving averages
Wait for Stochastic pullback to oversold zone (<20) in uptrend or overbought zone (>80) in downtrend
Enter in trend direction when %K crosses %D confirming momentum shift (bullish cross in uptrend, bearish cross in downtrend)
Use wider stops to accommodate normal trend volatility
Add to position on subsequent pullbacks showing similar Stochastic pattern
Exit when Stochastic shows opposite extreme with failed cross or bearish/bullish divergence
Divergence-Based Reversal Strategy:
Scan for divergence between price and Stochastic at swing highs/lows
Confirm divergence with at least two price pivots showing divergent Stochastic readings
Wait for %K to cross %D in direction of anticipated reversal as entry trigger
Enter position in divergence direction with stop beyond recent swing extreme
Target profit at key support/resistance levels or Fibonacci retracements
Scale out as Stochastic reaches opposite extreme zone
Multi-Timeframe Momentum Alignment:
Analyze Stochastic on higher timeframe (4H or Daily) for primary trend bias
Switch to lower timeframe (1H or 15M) for precise entry timing
Only take trades where lower timeframe Stochastic signal aligns with higher timeframe momentum direction
Higher timeframe Stochastic in bullish zone (>50) = only take long entries on lower timeframe
Higher timeframe Stochastic in bearish zone (<50) = only take short entries on lower timeframe
Exit when lower timeframe shows counter-signal or higher timeframe momentum reverses
Zone Transition Strategy:
Monitor Stochastic for transitions between zones (oversold to neutral, neutral to overbought, etc.)
Enter long when Stochastic crosses above 20 (exiting oversold), signaling momentum shift from bearish to neutral/bullish
Enter short when Stochastic crosses below 80 (exiting overbought), signaling momentum shift from bullish to neutral/bearish
Use zone midpoint (50) as dynamic support/resistance for position management
Trail stops as Stochastic advances through favorable zones
Exit when Stochastic fails to maintain momentum and reverses back into prior zone
📋 DETAILED PARAMETER CONFIGURATION
%K Length (Default: 14):
Lower Values (5-9): Highly sensitive to price changes, generates more frequent signals, increased false signals in choppy markets, suitable for very short-term trading and scalping
Standard Values (10-14): Balanced sensitivity and reliability, traditional default (14) widely used,适合 swing trading and intraday strategies
Higher Values (15-21): Reduced sensitivity, smoother oscillations, fewer but potentially more reliable signals, better for position trading and lower timeframe noise reduction
Very High Values (21+): Slow response, long-term momentum measurement, fewer trading signals, suitable for weekly or monthly analysis
%K Smoothing (Default: 3):
Value 1: Fast Stochastic, uses raw %K calculation without additional smoothing, most responsive to price changes, generates earliest signals with higher noise
Value 3: Slow Stochastic (default), traditional smoothing level, reduces false signals while maintaining good responsiveness, widely accepted standard
Values 5-7: Very slow response, extremely smooth oscillations, significantly reduced whipsaws but delayed entry/exit timing
Recommendation: Default value 3 suits most trading scenarios, active short-term traders may use 1, conservative long-term positions use 5+
%D Smoothing (Default: 3):
Lower Values (1-2): Signal line closely follows %K, frequent crossover signals, useful for active trading but requires strict filtering
Standard Value (3): Traditional setting providing balanced signal line behavior, optimal for most trading applications
Higher Values (4-7): Smoother signal line, fewer crossover signals, reduced whipsaws but slower confirmation, better for trend trading
Very High Values (8+): Signal line becomes slow-moving reference, crossovers rare and highly significant, suitable for long-term position changes only
Smoothing Type Algorithm Selection:
For Trending Markets:
ZLEMA, DEMA, TEMA: Reduced lag for faster trend entry, quick response to momentum shifts, suitable for strong directional moves
HMA, ALMA: Good balance of smoothness and responsiveness, effective for clean trend following without excessive noise
EMA: Classic choice for trending markets, faster than SMA while maintaining reasonable stability
For Ranging/Choppy Markets:
Kalman Filter, Super Smoother: Superior noise filtering, reduces false signals in sideways action, helps identify genuine reversal points
Laguerre Filters: Smooth oscillations with adjustable lag, excellent for mean reversion strategies in ranges
T3, TMA: Very smooth output, filters out market noise effectively, clearer extreme zone identification
For Adaptive Market Conditions:
KAMA: Automatically adjusts to market efficiency, fast in trends and slow in congestion, reduces whipsaws during transitions
FRAMA: Adapts to fractal market structure, responsive during directional moves, conservative during uncertainty
McGinley Dynamic: Self-adjusting smoothing, follows price naturally, minimizes lag in trending markets while filtering noise in ranges
For Conservative Long-Term Analysis:
SMA: Traditional choice, predictable behavior, widely understood characteristics
RMA (Wilder's): Smooth oscillations, reduced sensitivity to outliers, consistent behavior across market conditions
Laguerre Binomial Filter: Extremely smooth output, ideal for weekly/monthly timeframe analysis, eliminates short-term noise completely
Source Selection:
Close (Default): Standard choice using closing prices, most common and widely tested
HLC3 or OHLC4: Incorporates more price information, reduces impact of sudden spikes or gaps, smoother oscillator behavior
HL2: Midpoint of high-low range, emphasizes intrabar volatility, useful for markets with wide intraday ranges
Custom Source: Can use other indicators as input (e.g., Heikin Ashi close, smoothed price), creates derivative momentum indicators
📈 PERFORMANCE ANALYSIS & COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGES
Responsiveness Characteristics:
Traditional SMA-Based Stochastic:
Fixed lag regardless of market conditions, consistent delay of approximately (K Smoothing + D Smoothing) / 2 periods
Equal treatment of trending and ranging markets, no adaptation to volatility changes
Predictable behavior but suboptimal in varying market regimes
Enhanced Version with Adaptive Algorithms:
KAMA and FRAMA reduce lag by up to 40-60% in strong trends compared to SMA while maintaining similar smoothness in ranges
ZLEMA and T3 provide near-zero lag characteristics for early entry signals with acceptable noise levels
Kalman Filter and Super Smoother offer superior noise rejection, reducing false signals in choppy conditions by estimations of 30-50% compared to SMA
Performance improvements vary by algorithm selection and market conditions
Signal Quality Improvements:
Adaptive algorithms help reduce whipsaw trades in ranging markets by adjusting sensitivity dynamically
Advanced filters (Kalman, Laguerre, Super Smoother) provide clearer extreme zone readings for mean reversion strategies
Zero-lag methods (ZLEMA, DEMA, TEMA) generate earlier crossover signals in trending markets for improved entry timing
Smoother algorithms (T3, Laguerre Binomial) reduce false extreme zone touches for more reliable overbought/oversold signals
Comparison with Standard Implementations:
Versus Basic Stochastic: Enhanced version offers 21 smoothing options versus single SMA, allowing optimization for specific market characteristics and trading styles
Versus RSI: Stochastic provides range-bound measurement (0-100) with clear extreme zones, RSI measures momentum speed, Stochastic offers clearer visual overbought/oversold identification
Versus MACD: Stochastic bounded oscillator suitable for mean reversion, MACD unbounded indicator better for trend strength, Stochastic excels in range-bound and oscillating markets
Versus CCI: Stochastic has fixed bounds (0-100) for consistent interpretation, CCI unbounded with variable extremes, Stochastic provides more standardized extreme readings across different instruments
Flexibility Advantages:
Single indicator adaptable to multiple strategies through algorithm selection rather than requiring different indicator variants
Ability to optimize smoothing characteristics for specific instruments (e.g., smoother for crypto volatility, faster for forex trends)
Multi-timeframe analysis with consistent algorithm across timeframes for coherent momentum picture
Backtesting capability with algorithm as optimization parameter for strategy development
Limitations and Considerations:
Increased complexity from multiple algorithm choices may lead to over-optimization if parameters are curve-fitted to historical data
Adaptive algorithms (KAMA, FRAMA) have adjustment periods during market regime changes where signals may be less reliable
Zero-lag algorithms sacrifice some smoothness for responsiveness, potentially increasing noise sensitivity in very choppy conditions
Performance characteristics vary significantly across algorithms, requiring understanding and testing before live implementation
Like all oscillators, Stochastic can remain in extreme zones for extended periods during strong trends, generating premature reversal signals
USAGE NOTES
This indicator is designed for technical analysis and educational purposes to provide traders with enhanced flexibility in momentum analysis. The Stochastic Oscillator has limitations and should not be used as the sole basis for trading decisions.
Important Considerations:
Algorithm performance varies with market conditions - no single smoothing method is optimal for all scenarios
Extreme zone signals (overbought/oversold) indicate potential reversal areas but not guaranteed turning points, especially in strong trends
Crossover signals may generate false entries during sideways choppy markets regardless of smoothing algorithm
Divergence patterns require confirmation from price action or additional indicators before trading
Past indicator characteristics and backtested results do not guarantee future performance
Always combine Stochastic analysis with proper risk management, position sizing, and multi-indicator confirmation
Test selected algorithm on historical data of specific instrument and timeframe before live trading
Market regime changes may require algorithm adjustment for optimal performance
The enhanced smoothing options are intended to provide tools for optimizing the indicator's behavior to match individual trading styles and market characteristics, not to create a perfect predictive tool. Responsible usage includes understanding the mathematical properties of selected algorithms and their appropriate application contexts.
Money Risk Management with Trade Tracking
Overview
The Money Risk Management with Trade Tracking indicator is a powerful tool designed for traders on TradingView to simplify trade simulation and risk management. Unlike the TradingView Strategy Tester, which can be complex for beginners, this indicator provides an intuitive, beginner-friendly interface to evaluate trading strategies in a realistic manner, mirroring real-world trading conditions.
Built on the foundation of open-source contributions from LuxAlgo and TCP, this indicator integrates external indicator signals, overlays take-profit (TP) and stop-loss (SL) levels, and provides detailed money management analytics. It empowers traders to visualize potential profits, losses, and risk-reward ratios, making it easier to understand the financial outcomes of their strategies.
Key Features
Signal Integration: Seamlessly integrates with external long and short signals from other indicators, allowing traders to overlay TP/SL levels based on their preferred strategies.
Realistic Trade Simulation: Simulates trades as they would occur in real-world scenarios, accounting for initial capital, risk percentage, leverage, and compounding effects.
Money Management Dashboard: Displays critical metrics such as current capital, unrealized P&L, risk amount, potential profit, risk-reward ratio, and trade status in a customizable, beginner-friendly table.
TP/SL Visualization: Plots TP and SL levels on the chart with customizable styles (solid, dashed, dotted) and colors, along with optional labels for clarity.
Performance Tracking: Tracks total trades, win/loss counts, win rate, and profit factor, providing a clear overview of strategy performance.
Liquidation Risk Alerts: Warns traders if stop-loss levels risk liquidation based on leverage settings, enhancing risk awareness.
Benefits for Traders
Beginner-Friendly: Simplifies the complexities of the TradingView Strategy Tester, offering an intuitive interface for new traders to simulate and evaluate trades without confusion.
Real-World Insights: Helps traders understand the actual profit or loss potential of their strategies by factoring in capital, risk, and leverage, bridging the gap between theoretical backtesting and real-world execution.
Enhanced Decision-Making: Provides clear, real-time analytics on risk-reward ratios, unrealized P&L, and trade performance, enabling informed trading decisions.
Customizable and Flexible: Allows customization of TP/SL settings, table positions, colors, and sizes, catering to individual trader preferences.
Risk Management Focus: Encourages disciplined trading by highlighting risk amounts, potential profits, and liquidation risks, fostering better financial planning.
Why This Indicator Stands Out
Many traders struggle to translate backtested strategy results into real-world outcomes due to the abstract nature of percentage-based profitability metrics. This indicator addresses that challenge by providing a practical, user-friendly tool that simulates trades with real-world parameters like capital, leverage, and compounding. Its open-source nature ensures accessibility, while its integration with other indicators makes it versatile for various trading styles.
How to Use
Add to TradingView: Copy the Pine Script code into TradingView’s Pine Editor and add it to your chart.
Configure Inputs: Set your initial capital, risk percentage, leverage, and TP/SL values in the indicator settings. Select external long/short signal sources if integrating with other indicators.
Monitor Dashboards: Use the Money Management and Target Dashboard tables to track trade performance and risk metrics in real time.
Analyze Results: Review win rates, profit factors, and P&L to refine your trading strategy.
Credits
This indicator builds upon the open-source contributions of LuxAlgo and TCP , whose efforts in sharing their code have made this tool possible. Their dedication to the trading community is deeply appreciated.
Smart Money Concepts Probability (Expo)█ Overview
The Smart Money Concept Probability (Expo) is an indicator developed to track the actions of institutional investors, commonly known as "smart money." This tool calculates the likelihood of smart money being actively engaged in buying or selling within the market, referred to as the "smart money order flow."
The indicator measures the probability of three key events: Change of Character ( CHoCH ), Shift in Market Structure ( SMS ), and Break of Structure ( BMS ). These probabilities are displayed as percentages alongside their respective levels, providing a straightforward and immediate understanding of the likelihood of smart money order flow.
Finally, the backtested results are shown in a table, which gives traders an understanding of the historical performance of the current order flow direction.
█ Calculations
The algorithm individually computes the likelihood of the events ( CHoCH , SMS , and BMS ). A positive score is assigned for events where the price successfully breaks through the level with the highest probability, and a negative score when the price fails to do so. By doing so, the algorithm determines the probability of each event occurring and calculates the total profitability derived from all the events.
█ Example
In this case, we have an 85% probability that the price will break above the upper range and make a new Break Of Structure and only a 16.36% probability that the price will break below the lower range and make a Change Of Character.
█ Settings
The Structure Period sets the pivot period to use when calculating the market structure.
The Structure Response sets how responsive the market structure should be. A low value returns a more responsive structure. A high value returns a less responsive structure.
█ How to use
This indicator is a perfect tool for anyone that wants to understand the probability of a Change of Character ( CHoCH ), Shift in Market Structure ( SMS ), and Break of Structure ( BMS )
The insights provided by this tool help traders gain an understanding of the smart money order flow direction, which can be used to determine the market trend.
█ Any Alert function call
An alert is sent when the price breaks the upper or lower range, and you can select what should be included in the alert. You can enable the following options:
Ticker ID
Timeframe
Probability percentage
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Disclaimer
The information contained in my Scripts/Indicators/Ideas/Algos/Systems does not constitute financial advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any securities of any type. I will not accept liability for any loss or damage, including without limitation any loss of profit, which may arise directly or indirectly from the use of or reliance on such information.
All investments involve risk, and the past performance of a security, industry, sector, market, financial product, trading strategy, backtest, or individual's trading does not guarantee future results or returns. Investors are fully responsible for any investment decisions they make. Such decisions should be based solely on an evaluation of their financial circumstances, investment objectives, risk tolerance, and liquidity needs.
My Scripts/Indicators/Ideas/Algos/Systems are only for educational purposes!
Bollinger Bands [Anan]Hello friends,,
This is my own enhanced version of Bollinger Bands based on some backtesting,,
It's the same logic behind standard BB but instead of using length(period), I created a formula and used a "factor" to scale it up/down.
The formula is just average of averages of averages... (But it's backtested with good results)
I also added two standard deviations so that the distance between them will be the (over-bought/over-sold zones)
And finally added a squeeze indicator to identify the predicted price action movements..
You have the options to control everything like:
-Timeframe
-Source
-Calculation Method
-Length Factor
-StdDev#1
-StdDev#2
-Squeeze Factor
-Squeeze Threshold
Maverick Trend LineBackstory of the Maverick Trend Line:
If you just want to know what the indicator does and how it works, you can skip this part and jump straight to the next section. However, I thought it would be useful to provide some background as to how I came up with this script, as it turned out to be quite different from what I originally planned it to be.
This is the second indicator, part of a trading strategy, which is constructed to work alongside " RSI Effective Reversal ". In some of the earlier (draft) versions, there were gazillion trend lines, so much so that they were obstructing what was the most important thing - price action. Gradually, I started reducing them, while incorporating other indicators like Directional Movement, RSI, Quantitative Qualitative Estimation (QQE) indicator, slope adaptive moving averages, etc.
Originally constructed as a strategy, when backtested, this indicator was profitable on the major assets I was trading - SPX500, Crude Oil, Copper, Natural Gas, BTC and ETH . I tested it on the 1h and 4h time frames (those that I trade in). I implemented fairly simple entry criteria - go long when RSI is oversold and price crosses up a certain trend line and go short when RSI is overbought and the price crosses down a certain trend line.
Now, why didn't I release this as a strategy? The results were good, but not nearly as good when trading experience and subjective decision-making were implemented. The script does not take into account trend lines that are easy to see with a naked eye, nor does it account for support and resistance levels. As such, a trader with some minor experience could make much more profit by implementing "the art of trading" as opposed to mechanically following entries and exits (at least with this script).
Maybe I didn't develop it well enough to be a comprehensive automatic strategy, but I've spent over 6 months testing different variations and it never outperformed manual trading with subjective entries, stop losses set at key levels (as opposed to trail stop-loss) and adding up to existing positions when the right opportunities come. So, let me just recap before we get to the important part of how the indicator works. Maverick Trend Line, when implemented with "RSI Effective Reversal" works like a charm when used manually (as guidance), and only merely outperforms a buy and hold strategy (based on a year-over-year basis on the backtesting engine).
What does the Maverick Trend Line do?
The now very trimmed version consists of two major elements - Price Base Line and Trend Base Line . The former is a Qualitative Quantitative Estimation (QQE) moving average with some smoothing modifications, while the latter is an adaptive moving average, again with some adjustments for smoother results. The parameters that you can tweak are:
lengths of the moving averages
QQE factor
smoothing factor
type of moving average, being used as a base for generating the base lines. You can choose between EMA, SMA, RMA, WMA and ALMA
Since Price Base Line follows the price closely and the Trend Base Line follows the overall trend, the Maverick Trend Line is a combination of both, following the price action closely, while still giving it some "room to breathe". You can switch between the two base lines or Maverick at any time.
How to use the Maverick Trend Line?
I am a huge fan of simplicity (which you may already know if you've checked some of my other indicators), so there's a minimum number of steps to follow before being able to use the indicator. By default it's switch to Maverick. I suggest unticking the box, tweaking the Price and Trend Base Lines according to the asset(s) you will trade (but do not attempt to perfectly fit it to the price) and once you are ready, switch back to Maverick. Alternatively, if you will find it useful, apply the indicator twice and have all the three lines at the same time. It's entirely up to you.
I would then suggest applying the RSI Effective Reversal Indicator and wait for overbought/sold situations. Once the price goes above or below the Maverick trend line after an oversold or overbought area, you can open a long/short order respectively. The added advantage of RSI Effective Reversal is that it's constructed of candles as opposed to a mere line. As such, it give you heads up when price is about revert, as the candles start turning from bullish to bearish.
Needless to say, no indicator or strategy is perfect, so I strongly suggest papertrading first until you get a grasp of the indicator, and as always - apply sound money management rules. Protect your capital, so that you can live to trade another day.
Questions and suggestions
I'm always open to suggestions as to how I can improve my indicators to serve you better, so if you have any ideas or questions about it, please feel free to drop them in the comment section below. Thank you for your interest and for checking my work. Good luck!
Bitcoin BanditIntroducing "Bitcoin Bandit".
The market beating trading algorithm for Bitcoin .
"Bitcoin Bandit" buys and sells based on three proprietary indicators:
• Futures contract data
• Accumulation areas and various moving averages.
• Bitcoin hash rate
The indicator is unique because it doesn't give significant weight to historical price to predict future price action; instead it uses BTC hash rate momentum and futures contract data from BTCUSDPERP (transformed through various internal processes) as proxies for sentiment to look for buy and sell zones, then uses accumulation of moving averages as supporting data for signal delivery.
The strategy was built on two years of Binance data and and backtested on five years of Bitcoin data (Coinbase: BTCUSD ).
Finally, the strategy was validated over multiple investment time frames (5 years, 2 years, 1 year) without prior parameter adjustment.
Strategy backtesting checks include:
• 0.60% trading commission fees (the highest possible).
• No Heiken-Ashi candles (to preserve accuracy)
• No Stop-Losses
• Market orders only
The results speak for themselves.
See the positive excess return from the “Bitcoin Bandit” strategy returns versus a simple Bitcoin “Buy-and-Hold” strategy. "Bitcoin Bandit" is designed to function only on the Daily time frame of the BTCUSD trading pair.
Does it Repaint?
• Our indicator does NOT repaint. Although while setting an alert it may pop up the repaint alert, please take into consideration that once a signal is fired on a "CLOSED BAR", the signals will never disappear, they do not repaint.
What Markets is it usable with?
• BTCUSD on the Daily timeframe .
• Bitcoin Bandit can be applied to any chart or altcoin, but results will be unpredictable as this indicator is designed specifically for Bitcoin trading.
How to use:
• Simply plug and play it to your chart. You can also connect TV alerts with a bot and let it run. Please be aware that SLIPPAGE time is important, If you run a bot on this indicator you HAVE to know that the buy/sell price will be on the bar AFTER the Candle close (For example: the BUY/SELL alert is on a candle, the buy/sell your bot or you will execute WILL be in the following candle depending on your trading system. Bitcoin Bandit only works on the Daily timeframe on the BTCUSD trading pair. Please contact us if you do not understand how to use it.
Disclaimer: Nothing stated is financial advice, and is purely for education purposes. We do not promise all trades are profitable, the use of this indicator is up to your own judgement and liability.
Zero-Lag MTF PSAR MACD with Bollinger Bands v1.0 [loxx]Zero-Lag MTF PSAR MACD with Bollinger Bands v1.0
This is an experimental indicator that captures PSAR movements on seven different timeframes in order to improve trend detection on the daily timeframe. The seven PSARs are averaged and then fed into a zero-lag MACD function where the average of the PSARs is the source for the slow moving average and the daily timeframe close is the sourse of the fast moving average.
Things to know:
- Dark Green Background: All seven PSAR waves are above the closes of the PSARs respective timeframes; i.e., macro trend up
- Dark Red Background: All seven PSAR waves are below the closes of the PSARs respective timeframes; i.e., macro trend down
- Histogram and bar coloration is based on the difference between close and the average of all seven PSARs
- Various color schemes included
- Indicator has neither been backtested nor tuned with a strategy backtest
How to use:
Reversal Longs and Shorts
- Bollinger Bands show movement outside of normal deviation around the zero line. Wait for MACD to reach the either side top or bottom of Bollinger Bands for reversal long and reversal short respectively
- Check that MACD has crossed over or under the Signal line; i.e., denoted with a green dot for cross up and red dot for cross down
- Check dark background colors to see where the PSAR waves are currently situated and whether PSAR wave direction has aligned on all time frames
Longs and Shorts
- Longs: Check when MACD is above the zero line and the Signal line crosses over the zero line
- Shorts: Check when MACD is below the zero line and the Signal line crosses below the zero line
Strong Confluence:
- Longs/Shorts: Whenever the MACD crosses up or crosses down over/under the Signal/Zero line while inside a candle with background highlighting
- Reversals: Whenever the MACD crosses up or crosses down over/under the Signal/Zero line while inside a candle with background highlighting and at the very top/bottom or outside the top/bottom of the Bollinger Bands
Comment below or send a PM with questions, comments, observations, or concerns.
Crypto Scannner for Traffic Lights StrategyI allways try to make trading easier. Developing Scripts for a quick backtest and improvement of a strategy, getting alerts for entry and exit a position. Loading data to a spreadsheet is also important and takes time.
In this case finding good parameters in different markets or assets to enter in a position, is a bit exhausting. It is something you have to do everyday, and sometimes in different moments of the day.
So I manage to develop a Screener, to take a quick look at specific hours, and tell if I have a buy or sell condition in an specific asset. Obviously this is not an alert to make a trade instantaneusly, but this help you filter a lot of information in matters of seconds. Then open those specific charts and make a better analisys.
A few weeks ago, I published a scrpipt called "Traffic Lights Strategy", that uses 4 emas to get a buy or a sell condition.
It is easy to understand and use, but if you don´t want to missed some opportunities, and don't want to be look at the screen in all the time looking for them, I have here a simple solution.
This script works plotting 2 labels. The first one plots all the assets in which the condition is true (fastema > medema > slowema > filterema or fastema < medema < slowema < filterema)
The second one plots the assets were the condition is true only if happened up to 5 candles back, so you can be in time to enter a trade.
You can take the script and customize it for a different strategy or assets. I coded like this because I backtested this strategy in this specific assets, and statistics suggest that it might be profitable.
I hope this works for you. In other time I'll try to code a script for the others strategies I published.
One For All - Trend Insight System (Light ver.)Introduction :
Compared to the TIS v1.0, this "light" version is simpler to use and to understand, hence it will suits the basic needs of traders and investors looking for a clear and user friendly indicator to assess the current trend situation for continuous markets. The settings allow an adaptation for call markets, but more backtesting needed at your discretion (see notes below on call markets).
The TIS takes price action, volume and volatility, to :
- provide a clear and easy to interpret global picture on the current trend siuations
- give hints for decent take profit and exit points
- help find support and resistance levels
- assess trend strength and momentum
Disclaimer :
The Trend Insight System (TIS) is among the most perfected trend following indicator. Built around the Verbatim (the main colored line), it is inspired by Tushar S. Chande's work on volatility, that I really enjoyed reworking in-depth and re-engineer from scratch, after some tweaks and managing to factor-in the volumes, the Verbatim was born.
The Verbatim is essentially a "smart" moving average that will adapt itself to the price action, the volatility and the volumes, in order to filter-out whipsaw price action and help the user clarify opportunities for trend trading. Since the various components of the TIS helps serve as Support & Resistance level (see examples below), it will also prove to be helpful for swing traders.
Please use with caution, proper risk management and along with your favorite oscillator, channels, candlestick reading and signals system (such as the Pattern Detection System that will be provided complimentary to the TIS, in a separate script).
Some explanation :
Verbatim line :
- Green shows a bullish trend, orange for consolidation and red for bearish trend
- When it consolidates, it can be extended to the right to be used as a Support & Resistance line
example use case :
In summary :
- A possible entry is when price action confirms over the consolidating (orange) Verbatim, or after the Verbatim turns green. Please note that they both can prove to be false trend start, so these signals are best used with other indicators for confirmation
- A possible exit point show up when the price action starts closing into the Verbatim, or even safer, when the price action confirms under the verbatim, again, to be used with other indicators on the side
Trend Strength and Momentum:
- Read the current status at a glance
- Trend strength is the relative position of each trend lines (most of which are hidden on this "light" version), from -100% (=bear power) to +100% (=bull power)
- Momentum is measuring the slope of the Verbatim (and another hidden "smart" trend line) also from -100% to +100%; trend lines pointing downwards = bears waking up / in force, horizontal = consolidation or upwards = bulls waking up/in force
Important notes :
While is a very powerful yet easy to read Technical Analysis tool, it has been fully optimized for continuous markets such as crypto.
It is highly advised to use the default settings provided as they have been backtested more thoroughly ("continuous market" and "close" input)
To prevent confusing casual users and to avoid overoptimization -risky at best and counter productive at worst, according to legendary traders such as Mark Douglas- this version has most of the customization settings locked out; volume integration, smoothing method used, smoothing constant, volatility setting, period of study. The settings left available are :
- continuous market / call market selection, selecting "continuous maket" will use a specifically designed method of calculation for volatility , based on ATR, while selecting "call market" will automatically use ATR for calculating the volatility , and
- input source selection for the volatility calculation, which only works for "continuous market".
The locked out settings might be included in the future in a more restricted yet complete "Expert mode" version.
End notes :
It will always be considered a work in progress to help bring out the best of trend analysis.
Suggestions are welcomed to make it a more user-friendly tool.
Nico's SPX Dynamic ChannelsTest of dynamic channels and some statistics made by hand.
This indicator was done specifically for the S&P500 index.
As you can see, below the 125 EMA there's a lot more volatility than in the upside. I've made some kind of a dynamic linear regression of the lows and the highs.
I've chosen the MA that best fits the SPX, and then calculated in Excel the percental mean and SDs of most important peaks and valleys that I've chosen in comparison to the 125 MA. This lead to the green, orange and red zones. BUT, I've calculated the peaks and valleys separately, as I assumed that a bear market and crashes have way more volatility than bull markets. That's why the difference between the upper and the lower channels.
The neutral blue zone is composed by an upper EMA of the highs and lower EMA of the lows. No MA in this script uses the close price as a source.
This MA makes sense because it represents a semester of trading, for this particular asset.
Backtest results
It's also interesting to try it here too, as it has a little bit more of data:
SPCFD:SPX
As it's not a trading system, I have no batting average nor ratios for this.
Still, the measures of the peaks and valleys are very accurate and repeat themselves over and over again. The results were:
3rd resistance: 12.88%
2nd resistance: 10.12%
1st resistance: 7.36%
1st support: -6.42%
2nd support: -14.8%
3rd support: -23.18%
All referred to the mean, which is the 125 EMA zone.
After the 1950's works like magic, but not before. You will see that it doesn't work in the great depression and it's crash.
How to use this indicator
Green = First grade support/resistance .
Orange = Second grade support/resistance . Caution.
Red = Third grade support/resistance . High chances of mean reversal.
Blue zone = This is the neutral zone, where the prices are not cheap nor expensive.
Often in a trending market, the price will have the blue zone as it's main support and when trending the price will stick to the green MA.
When the price touches the orange MA, the most probable is that it will return to the green MA.
If the price touches the red zone, there's a high chance that this is a big turning point and it will reverse to the mean (green or blue zone).
Imagine you've bought each time the price touched the red support, check that and you'll start liking this indicator. I think it is a great entry point for investors. The red resistance is good too, but of course it works for a short period of time.
I've backtested this indicator since the beginning of the dataset and it works like magic, but ONLY for the SPX index (spot price).
Leave a comment or some coins if you like it!!!
(I've posted it before like an analysis, not as a script, my bad)
Fractal Adaptive Entry IndicatorThis entry indicator was inspired by John Ehle'rs "Fractal Adaptive Moving Average"
It's a very sensitive entry indicator that must be paired with a long-term trend detector in order to filter false positives.
Warning I have not backtested this indicator and will not make any claims to its performance.
Visually, it looks promising, however, backtesting and statistical analysis takes time.
Happy trading
<3
Stochastic Pop and Drop Signals [Bitduke]It's a long/short signals for modified Stochastic Pop and Drop strategy.
About
It's the strategy of 2 indicators: Stochastic Oscillator to define the bias and Average Directional Index to confirm it.
Signals
Strategy flips long / short depending of indicator signals. There can be multiple signals of the same type, for example, 2 longs in a row, only the first of them matters, others you should handle in your websocket script or manually.
Testing
Tested on different sources for data, oscillator periods and different levels in relation to the crypto market.
So, it shows good results with two tight thresholds at 55 and 45 level.
The bar chart below the defining the bullish and bearish periods (green and red) and gives a signal to enter the trade (purple bars).
Backtesting
Backtested on XBTUSD , BTCPERP ( FTX ) pairs. You may notice it shows good results on 3h timeframe.
Relatively low drawdown
~ 10% (from 2019 to date) FTX
~ 22% (4 years from 2016) Bitmex
Bitmex 3h (2017 - 2020) :
i.imgur.com
FTX 3h (2019 - 2020):
i.imgur.com
Possible Improvements
- Regarding trading algorithm it would be good to check with strategy with ADX somehow. Maybe for the better entries
- As for Risk Management system, it can be improved by adding trailing stop to the strategy.
Link: school.stockcharts.com
Trend KingIntroducing “Trend King”.
The alpha generating strategy built for Crypto.
“Trend King” combines 4 proprietary indicators. It buys and sells based on:
Short-term momentum
Long-term momentum
Volume compression
Volatility breakouts
The strategy was built on 2 years of BitMEX data (XBTUSD) and backtested on 9 years of Bitcoin data (BLX). Finally, the strategy was validated on multiple large market cap cryptocurrencies, including Ethereum (ETHUSD), without parameter adjustment.
Strategy backtesting checks include:
Used 0.12% fees. 60% more than the actual BitMex/Binance fees of 0.075%.
No Heikin-Ashi Candles (to avoid fake results)
No Stop-losses (to avoid fake order execution)
Market Orders Only (to avoid fake order execution)
The results speak for them self.
See the positive excess return from the “Trend King” strategy returns versus a simple Bitcoin “Buy-and-Hold” strategy. Best functionality on the Daily and 4HR timeframes.
**For Access: Contact me on TradingView or Twitter.
[M10] Ichimoku Keltner Channel Scalper [Alerts]Hey all,
This script combines a couple of popular indicators to create a reliable yet versatile opportunity to automate trades based on the Ichimoku Cloud. The idea is to use bullish/bearish Ichimoku crossovers to enter positions whilst taking advantage of a modified Keltner Channel to exit these positions at maximum profit.
The script has been backtested on various timeframes and proves effective in both trending and ranging markets.
I have also added the ability to limit your positions to only long, or short, if this is of preference.
Want to backtest this? A strategy version of this script is also available at no cost on my page - enjoy!
Any questions? Let me know!
Grahn Gyllene Kors [Alerts]Grahn Gyllene Kors is the companion study for the Grahn Gyllene Kors strategy...
This is an EMA / Trend Explorer & Strategy useful for identifying trends before EMA's cross and also identifying and experimenting with various EMA lengths and candle trends. There is also a companion Alerts study for this in which trend signals may be sent to the user via sms or email AND/OR buy and sell alerts may be sent to bots for automated trading of this strategy. Once you have optimized your settings and backtested with this strategy, apply your same settings into the Alerts study and create your alerts.
NOTICE: This script does not require access from me, simply open Indicators on chart and search for "Grahn". By accessing this script you acknowledge that you have read and understood that this is for research purposes only and I am not responsible for any financial losses you may incur by using this script!
EMA Fast and EMA Slow - may be adjusted in length and color.
Bullish F>S % - controls what percentage the EMA Fast should be above EMA Slow before considered bullish and is represented by the Green band on the chart.
Neutral % - is what percentage surrounding the EMA Slow should be considered neutral and is represented by the Yellow band on the chart.
Bearish F
Buying Opportunity Score V2.1Overview
A composite scoring system (0-100) that identifies high-probability buying opportunities during market pullbacks. Validated through backtesting on SPY from 2010-2024.
How It Works
The indicator combines multiple fear and oversold signals into a single actionable score. When fear is elevated and the market is oversold, the score rises. Higher scores historically correlate with better forward returns.
Scoring Components
VIX Level (30 pts) - Market fear gauge
Drawdown (30 pts) - Distance from 52-week high
RSI 14 (12 pts) - Oversold confirmation
Bollinger Band (13 pts) - Statistical extreme
VIX Timing (15 pts) - Bonus when VIX declining from peak
Signal Levels
80+ = STRONG BUY (high conviction)
70-79 = BUY (consider entry)
60-69 = WATCH (monitor closely)
Below 60 = No signal
Backtest Results (SPY, 2010-2024)
70+ Signals: 85% win rate, 7.5% average 20-day return
80+ Signals: 100% win rate, 14% average 20-day return
Features
Statistics table showing 1Y, 3Y, 5Y rolling performance
Signal markers (green triangles) on buy signals
Outcome labels showing WIN/LOSS after measurement period
Multiple alert options
Works on SPY, QQQ, IWM (use VIX for all)
How To Use
Add to SPY, QQQ, or IWM (daily timeframe)
Wait for score to reach 70+ or 80+
Green triangle marks signal day
Check statistics table for recent performance
Set alerts for notifications
Alerts Available
STRONG BUY Signal (80+)
BUY Signal (70+)
Moderate Signal (60+)
Score Crossed 80/70
Score Dropped Below 70
Important Notes
Designed for daily timeframe on broad market ETFs
Signals confirm at end of day (bar close)
Statistics table shows rolling windows based on loaded data
Past performance does not guarantee future results
SS Critical Advanced Swing Trading Decision Matrix
📊 How to Use the SS Critical Advanced Swing Trading Decision Matrix Indicator
Installation & Setup
Adding to TradingView
Open TradingView and Click "Add to Chart"
The indicator will load with the dashboard on your selected position
Recommended Timeframes
Daily charts: Primary timeframe for swing trading signals
4-hour charts: For fine-tuning entry/exit points
Weekly charts: For confirming long-term trends
Interpreting the Decision Matrix Scores
Final Score Ranges
Component Breakdown
Trend (25%): MA alignment + SuperTrend direction + ADX strength
Momentum (30%): RSI + MACD + Stochastic + ROC + MFI
Volume (20%): Volume surge + MFI confirmation
Volatility (15%): Bollinger Bands position + ATR
Oscillators (10%): CCI + Williams %R + ADX
Trading Signals
BUY Signal
Triggers when Final Score crosses above 65
Confirms bullish momentum building
Enter within 1-2 bars of signal for best results
SELL Signal
Triggers when Final Score drops below 35
Indicates bearish pressure intensifying
Exit or consider shorting opportunities
Signal Quality Validation
Check Previous Close score for trend confirmation
Higher previous score = stronger continuation
Diverging scores = potential reversal or consolidation
Customisation for Your Strategy
Adjusting Signal Weights
Trending Markets: Increase Trend Weight to 30-35%
Volatile Markets: Increase Volatility Weight to 20-25%
Low Volume Stocks: Decrease Volume Weight to 10-15%
High Volume Stocks: Increase Volume Weight to 25-30%
Parameter Optimization
Fast MA (9): For aggressive entries, reduce to 5-7
Slow MA (50/200): For longer holds, keep standard
RSI Length (14): Increase to 21 for smoother signals
Profit Target: Set based on stock volatility (6-7% default)
Best Practices
Entry Strategy
Wait for score ≥ 65 (STRONG or EXCELLENT)
Confirm trend on higher timeframe (weekly)
Check volume is above average
Enter on price pullback or breakout
Exit Strategy
Target: Achieve 6-7% profit within timeframe
Stop-loss: When score drops below 50 (MODERATE)
Trailing stop: Move to breakeven at 3% profit
Risk Management
Never risk more than 2% of capital per trade
Use position sizing based on signal quality:
EXCELLENT: 100% of planned position
STRONG: 75% of planned position
MODERATE: 25% or skip
Avoiding False Signals
Use multiple timeframe confirmation (daily + weekly)
Avoid trading during low volume periods
Check fundamentals for stocks with EXCELLENT scores
Don't overtrade - wait for quality setups
Dashboard Interpretation
Current Bar Section
Shows real-time analysis of ongoing candle
Component scores color-coded (Green/Yellow/Red)
Weighted column shows actual contribution to final score
Previous Close Section
Displays confirmed signal from last closed bar
Use for backtesting and strategy validation
Compare with current to spot trend changes
Alerts Setup
Create alerts for Buy/Sell signals
Set notifications for EXCELLENT quality signals
Combine with price alerts for automated monitoring
Practical Example
EXCELLENT Signal (Score 85)
All 5 components show green (>60 points)
Strong uptrend with high volume
Action: Enter full position, target 6-7% in 5 -15 days
WEAK Signal (Score 40)
Mixed indicators, declining momentum
Action: Avoid new entries, monitor existing positions
Pro Tip: Backtest this indicator on your favorite stocks using historical data before live trading. Adjust weights and parameters based on which components work best for your specific market/timeframe.
© Dr Shantanu Samanta - This indicator combines proven swing trading indicators into a single decision matrix for clearer trade execution.
For Educational purposes only
Gold Trend Tracker - TREND TRACKER DG25Gold Trend Tracker - Complete All-In-One Trading System
A professional, institutional-grade trading system specifically optimized for Gold (XAU/USD) that combines multiple technical indicators with session-based filtering and real-time performance tracking. No external indicators required - everything you need is built right in!
🎯 CORE FEATURES
Multi-Layered Confirmation System:
Dynamic EMA trend filter (default 10-period) with color-coded visualization
Optional secondary confirmation EMA (21-period) for stronger validation
3-minute MACD analysis with histogram tracking and direction monitoring
MACD bounce detection for high-probability continuation entries
Built-in Stochastic RSI (K=3, D=3, RSI Length=14, Stochastic Length=14)
Option to connect external Stochastic RSI if preferred
Intelligent Signal Generation:
Clear BUY/SELL triangles plotted directly on price chart
Minimum bars filter to eliminate signal spam and overtrading
Higher timeframe signal overlay (optional) - see 3min signals on 15min chart
Visual Stochastic RSI threshold cross markers (customizable shapes & sizes)
"Show Only First Cross" option to reduce visual clutter
Comprehensive alert system for all signal types
Advanced Session Management:
Pre-configured trading sessions: Asian (1-4am), London (6-9am), NY (12-3pm)
Timezone-aware filtering supporting major financial centers:
Europe/London
America/New_York
America/Chicago
Europe/Paris
Asia/Tokyo
Asia/Dubai
Color-coded session backgrounds (purple/blue/orange)
Individual session toggle switches
24/7 mode for continuous trading (crypto/forex)
Signals only generate during active sessions
Real-Time Performance Tracking:
Live P/L calculation since last signal entry
Customizable lot size for accurate dollar calculations
Pip movement tracking with automatic conversion
Last signal type and duration display
Performance color-coding (green profits, red losses)
Professional Dashboard:
Clean, scalable interface (Small/Medium/Large sizing)
Current time and active session display
Trading status indicator (TRADING/PAUSED/24/7)
Price position relative to Main EMA (ABOVE ↑ / BELOW ↓)
Confirmation EMA status (when enabled)
3-minute MACD color, direction arrow, and bar count
Stochastic RSI value with color-coded status
RSI status: BULLISH/BEARISH/NEUTRAL
Source type indicator (Built-in/External)
Large, clear SIGNAL display: BUY NOW / SELL NOW / WAIT
Performance summary: signal type + price change + dollar value
📊 HOW THE SYSTEM WORKS
BUY Signal Requirements:
✓ Price trading ABOVE main EMA (bullish trend confirmation)
✓ 3-minute MACD crosses above zero OR bounces higher after crossover
✓ Stochastic RSI K-line above bullish threshold (default 50)
✓ Within an active trading session (if session filter enabled)
✓ Confirmation EMA aligned (if secondary EMA enabled)
✓ Minimum bars since last signal met (prevents overtrading)
SELL Signal Requirements:
✓ Price trading BELOW main EMA (bearish trend confirmation)
✓ 3-minute MACD crosses below zero OR bounces lower after crossover
✓ Stochastic RSI K-line below bearish threshold (default 50)
✓ Within an active trading session (if session filter enabled)
✓ Confirmation EMA aligned (if secondary EMA enabled)
✓ Minimum bars since last signal met (prevents overtrading)
Multi-Confirmation Philosophy:
This system requires ALL conditions to align before generating a signal. This drastically reduces false signals and increases win rate by only trading the highest-probability setups where trend, momentum, and volume all confirm direction.
⚙️ BUILT-IN STOCHASTIC RSI
No External Dependencies:
The indicator includes a fully functional Stochastic RSI calculation based on the standard TradingView formula. No need to hunt for compatible indicators or worry about settings mismatches.
Default Settings (Optimized for Gold):
K Smoothing: 3
D Smoothing: 3
RSI Length: 14
Stochastic Length: 14
Bullish Threshold: 50
Bearish Threshold: 50
How It Works:
Calculates RSI on price data
Applies Stochastic formula to RSI values
Smooths result with K-period SMA
Uses K-line (not D-line) for cleaner, faster signals
Compares to your bullish/bearish thresholds
Generates visual cross markers when thresholds breached
Visual Markers:
Multiple shape options: Circle, Diamond, Square, Cross
Four size options: Tiny, Small, Normal, Large
Customizable colors for bullish/bearish crosses
"Show Only First Cross" prevents repetitive markers
Appears below bars (bullish) or above bars (bearish)
Flexibility:
Switch to "External" mode to connect your own Stochastic RSI indicator
Adjust all calculation parameters to match your trading style
Completely disable the filter if you prefer trend + MACD only
🎨 CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS
Indicators:
Adjust Main EMA length (default 10)
Enable/disable Confirmation EMA (default OFF)
Set Confirmation EMA length (default 21)
Modify MACD parameters (Fast 5, Slow 14, Signal 9)
Enable/disable MACD bounces (default ON)
Set max bounces per trend (1-10, default 2)
Stochastic RSI:
Choose Built-in or External source
Adjust K/D smoothing periods
Modify RSI and Stochastic lengths
Set custom bullish/bearish thresholds
Configure cross marker appearance
Toggle dashboard display
Signals:
Show/hide signal triangles
Set minimum bars between signals (0-50, default 5)
Enable higher timeframe signal overlay
Choose HTF timeframe (e.g., 3min on 15min chart)
Sessions:
Enable/disable session filtering
Select your timezone
Toggle individual sessions (Asian/London/NY)
Customize session start/end hours
Show/hide session background colors
Display:
Choose dashboard size (Small/Medium/Large)
Adjust all visual elements
Customize colors and styling
💡 PRO TRADING TIPS
Session Optimization:
London Session (6-9am): Highest volatility, best for breakout trades
NY Session (12-3pm): Strong trends, ideal for momentum continuation
Avoid Asian Session (1-4am): Lower liquidity, choppier price action
Overlap Period (12-3pm London time): Peak volume, clearest signals
Signal Filtering:
Set 3-5 bars minimum between signals to avoid overtrading
Higher values (7-10 bars) for more conservative, swing-style entries
Lower values (1-3 bars) for aggressive scalping during high volatility
Confirmation EMA Usage:
Enable in choppy/ranging markets for extra validation
Disable during strong trending conditions (adds lag)
Set to 21 for short-term trends, 50 for medium-term
MACD Bounce Strategy:
Bounces occur when MACD histogram changes direction after crossover
Max 2 bounces = optimal (catches first continuation)
Max 1 bounce = conservative (only initial momentum shift)
Max 3-5 bounces = aggressive (catches multiple waves)
Stochastic RSI Thresholds:
50/50 = Balanced (default, works for most conditions)
30/70 = Conservative (fewer but stronger signals)
60/40 = Aggressive (more signals, requires tighter stops)
Adjust based on current market volatility
Risk Management:
Use the performance tracker to trail stops
Exit when dashboard shows opposite signal forming
Monitor MACD direction arrows for momentum shifts
Set profit targets based on average session ranges
🚀 QUICK START GUIDE
For Beginners:
Add indicator to 3-minute Gold (XAU/USD) chart
Leave all default settings (everything is pre-optimized)
Enable London session (6-9am) and NY session (12-3pm)
Set your timezone to your location
Wait for BUY/SELL triangle + "BUY NOW"/"SELL NOW" on dashboard
Enter trade when ALL conditions align
Exit on opposite signal or dashboard status change
For Advanced Traders:
Optimize EMA lengths for your preferred timeframe
Adjust Stochastic RSI thresholds based on backtesting
Fine-tune MACD bounce count for your risk tolerance
Enable Confirmation EMA for extra validation
Use HTF signal overlay for multi-timeframe confluence
Set signal filter to match your trading frequency
Customize session times for your specific market focus
📈 BEST TIMEFRAMES
Primary: 3-minute chart (system is MACD-optimized for 3min)
Alternative: 5-minute, 15-minute (adjust signal filter accordingly)
NOT Recommended: 1-minute (too noisy), 1-hour+ (signals too infrequent)
Chart Setup:
Main Chart: Your preferred timeframe (3min recommended)
MACD: Always references 3-minute data internally
Stochastic RSI: Calculates on current chart timeframe
Session Filter: Works on any timeframe
✅ WHAT MAKES THIS SYSTEM UNIQUE
All-In-One Solution:
✓ No hunting for compatible external indicators
✓ No configuration headaches or version conflicts
✓ One indicator = complete trading system
Session Intelligence:
✓ Only trades during optimal liquidity periods
✓ Automatically pauses during low-volume sessions
✓ Timezone-aware for global traders
Multi-Confirmation:
✓ Trend (EMA) + Momentum (MACD) + Volume (Stochastic RSI)
✓ Drastically reduces false signals
✓ Higher win rate through layered validation
Performance Transparency:
✓ Real-time P/L tracking on every trade
✓ Know your performance immediately
✓ Data-driven decision making
Professional Grade:
✓ Clean, institutional-style dashboard
✓ Customizable for any trading style
✓ Comprehensive alert system
⚠️ IMPORTANT NOTES
This is NOT a "Holy Grail":
No indicator is 100% accurate
Requires proper risk management
Works best during trending conditions
May produce whipsaws in choppy/ranging markets
Risk Disclosure:
Always use stop losses
Never risk more than 1-2% per trade
Past performance doesn't guarantee future results
Practice on demo account first
Optimization:
Default settings are optimized for Gold (XAU/USD)
May require adjustment for other instruments
Backtest on your specific market before live trading
Different session times may work better for your timezone
🔔 ALERTS INCLUDED
BUY Signal Alert
SELL Signal Alert
Stochastic RSI Cross Above Threshold
Stochastic RSI Cross Below Threshold
Alert Setup:
Click "Create Alert" button
Select desired alert condition
Choose notification method (popup/email/SMS/webhook)
Never miss a high-probability setup!
💬 SUPPORT & UPDATES
This indicator is actively maintained and updated based on user feedback. Future updates may include:
Additional timeframe options
More session presets
Enhanced performance analytics
Multi-asset optimization
Tags: Gold Trading, XAU/USD, Trend Following, MACD Strategy, Stochastic RSI, Session Trading, Day Trading, Scalping, London Session, New York Session, EMA System, Multi-Timeframe Analysis, Trading Dashboard, Performance Tracking
Wyckoff Method - Comprehensive Analysis# WYCKOFF METHOD - QUICK REFERENCE CHEAT SHEET
## 🟢 STRONGEST BUY SIGNALS
### 1. SPRING ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- **What:** False breakdown below support on LOW volume
- **Look for:** Quick reversal, close above support
- **Entry:** When price closes back in range
- **Stop:** Below spring low
- **Target:** Top of range minimum
### 2. SOS (Sign of Strength) ⭐⭐⭐⭐
- **What:** Breakout above resistance on HIGH volume
- **Look for:** Wide spread up bar, strong close
- **Entry:** On breakout or wait for LPS pullback
- **Stop:** Below range top
- **Target:** Height of range projected up
### 3. SHAKEOUT ⭐⭐⭐⭐
- **What:** Sharp move below support with HIGH volume, immediate reversal
- **Look for:** Long lower wick, closes strong
- **Entry:** When price reclaims support
- **Stop:** Below shakeout low
- **Target:** Previous resistance
---
## 🔴 STRONGEST SELL SIGNALS
### 1. UTAD (Upthrust After Distribution) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
- **What:** False breakout above resistance, quick rejection
- **Look for:** Spike high, weak close, often high volume
- **Entry:** When price closes back in range
- **Stop:** Above UTAD high
- **Target:** Bottom of range minimum
### 2. SOW (Sign of Weakness) ⭐⭐⭐⭐
- **What:** Breakdown below support on HIGH volume
- **Look for:** Wide spread down bar, weak close
- **Entry:** On breakdown or wait for LPSY rally
- **Stop:** Above range bottom
- **Target:** Height of range projected down
### 3. UPTHRUST ⭐⭐⭐⭐
- **What:** Move above resistance on LOW volume, weak close
- **Look for:** Long upper wick, closes in lower half
- **Entry:** When resistance holds
- **Stop:** Above upthrust high
- **Target:** Support level
---
## 📊 ACCUMULATION PHASES (Bottom Formation)
```
PHASE A: Stopping the Downtrend
├─ PS (Preliminary Support) - First buying
├─ SC (Selling Climax) - Panic bottom ⚠️ KEY EVENT
├─ AR (Automatic Rally) - Relief bounce
└─ ST (Secondary Test) - Retest SC low
PHASE B: Building the Cause
├─ Trading range forms
├─ Multiple tests of support
├─ Volume decreasing
└─ Absorption occurring
PHASE C: The Test
├─ SPRING - False breakdown ⚠️ KEY EVENT
└─ TEST - Support holds on low volume
PHASE D: Dominance Emerges
├─ SOS - Breakout ⚠️ KEY EVENT
├─ LPS - Last Point of Support (pullback)
└─ BU - Backup
PHASE E: Markup
└─ New uptrend, strong momentum
```
**Background Color:** Blue → Green (getting brighter)
**Action:** Buy in Phase C/D, Hold through Phase E
---
## 📊 DISTRIBUTION PHASES (Top Formation)
```
PHASE A: Stopping the Uptrend
├─ PSY (Preliminary Supply) - First selling
├─ BC (Buying Climax) - Euphoric top ⚠️ KEY EVENT
├─ AR (Automatic Reaction) - Sharp drop
└─ ST (Secondary Test) - Retest BC high
PHASE B: Building the Cause
├─ Trading range forms
├─ Multiple tests of resistance
├─ Demand being absorbed
└─ Volume patterns change
PHASE C: The Test
└─ UTAD - False breakout ⚠️ KEY EVENT
PHASE D: Dominance Emerges
├─ SOW - Breakdown ⚠️ KEY EVENT
└─ LPSY - Last Point of Supply (rally to exit)
PHASE E: Markdown
└─ New downtrend, strong selling
```
**Background Color:** Orange → Red (getting darker)
**Action:** Sell in Phase C/D, Stay out during Phase E
---
## 💰 VOLUME SPREAD ANALYSIS (VSA)
| Signal | Meaning | Color | Implication |
|--------|---------|-------|-------------|
| **ND** (No Demand) | Up bar, LOW volume | 🟠 Orange | Weakness - uptrend ending |
| **NS** (No Supply) | Down bar, LOW volume | 🔵 Blue | Strength - downtrend ending |
| **SV** (Stopping Volume) | VERY HIGH volume, narrow spread | 🟣 Purple | Potential reversal |
| **UT** (Upthrust) | Above resistance, LOW vol, weak close | 🔴 Red | Sell signal |
| **SO** (Shakeout) | Below support, HIGH vol, strong close | 🟢 Green | Buy signal |
---
## 🎯 VOLUME INTERPRETATION
| Volume Level | Bar Color | Meaning |
|--------------|-----------|---------|
| **VERY HIGH** (>2x average) | Dark Green/Red | Climax, potential reversal |
| **HIGH** (>1.5x average) | Light Green/Red | Strong interest |
| **NORMAL** | Gray | Average trading |
| **LOW** (<0.7x average) | Faint Gray | Testing, no interest |
---
## ⚖️ EFFORT vs RESULT
| Scenario | Volume | Spread | Meaning |
|----------|--------|--------|---------|
| **High Effort, Low Result** | HIGH | Narrow | ⚠️ Potential reversal |
| **Low Effort, High Result** | LOW | Wide | ⚠️ Trend weakening |
| **High Effort, High Result** | HIGH | Wide | ✅ Strong trend |
| **Low Effort, Low Result** | LOW | Narrow | 😴 No interest |
---
## 📏 TRADING RULES
### ✅ DO:
- ✅ Wait for confirmation before entering
- ✅ Trade in direction of higher timeframe
- ✅ Use springs and UTAD as primary signals
- ✅ Measure trading range for targets
- ✅ Place stops outside the range
- ✅ Look for volume confirmation
- ✅ Check multiple timeframes
- ✅ Focus on Phase C and D events
### ❌ DON'T:
- ❌ Buy during Phase E Markdown
- ❌ Sell during Phase E Markup
- ❌ Trade against major trend
- ❌ Ignore volume signals
- ❌ Enter without clear stop loss
- ❌ Trade every signal
- ❌ Use on very low timeframes without practice
- ❌ Ignore the context
---
## 🎪 COMPOSITE OPERATOR (Smart Money)
### 💰 Green Money Symbol (Bottom)
- **Meaning:** Institutions accumulating
- **Location:** Demand zones, springs, tests
- **Action:** Follow the smart money - buy
### 💰 Red Money Symbol (Top)
- **Meaning:** Institutions distributing
- **Location:** Supply zones, UTAD, weak rallies
- **Action:** Follow the smart money - sell
---
## 📍 SUPPLY & DEMAND ZONES
### 🟢 Demand Zones (Green Boxes)
- **Created at:** SC, Spring, Shakeout
- **Represents:** Where smart money bought
- **Action:** Look for bounces
### 🔴 Supply Zones (Red Boxes)
- **Created at:** BC, UTAD, Upthrust
- **Represents:** Where smart money sold
- **Action:** Look for rejections
---
## 🎯 TARGET CALCULATION
### Measured Move Method
```
1. Measure trading range height
Example: Top at 120, Bottom at 100 = 20 points
2. Add to breakout point (accumulation)
Breakout at 120 + 20 = Target: 140
3. Or subtract from breakdown (distribution)
Breakdown at 100 - 20 = Target: 80
```
### Multiple Targets
- **Conservative:** 1x range height (100% probability reached)
- **Moderate:** 1.5x range height (70% probability)
- **Aggressive:** 2x range height (40% probability)
---
## ⏰ TIMEFRAME GUIDE
| Timeframe | Use For | Reliability | Recommended For |
|-----------|---------|-------------|-----------------|
| **Weekly** | Major trends | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Position traders |
| **Daily** | Swing trades | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Most traders |
| **4-Hour** | Active swing | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Active traders |
| **1-Hour** | Day trading | ⭐⭐⭐ | Experienced only |
| **15-Min** | Scalping | ⭐⭐ | Experts only |
**Golden Rule:** Always check one timeframe higher for context!
---
## 🚨 ALERT PRIORITY
### 🔔 MUST-HAVE ALERTS
1. Spring
2. UTAD
3. SOS
4. SOW
### 🔔 NICE-TO-HAVE ALERTS
5. Selling Climax (SC)
6. Buying Climax (BC)
7. Smart Money Accumulation
8. Smart Money Distribution
### 🔔 CONFIRMATION ALERTS
9. Phase E Markup
10. Phase E Markdown
---
## 💡 QUICK DECISION TREE
```
Is there a clear trading range?
├─ YES
│ ├─ Did price break BELOW support?
│ │ ├─ Volume LOW + Quick reversal = SPRING → BUY ✅
│ │ └─ Volume HIGH + Stays down = Breakdown → SELL ⚠️
│ │
│ └─ Did price break ABOVE resistance?
│ ├─ Volume LOW + Quick reversal = UTAD → SELL ✅
│ └─ Volume HIGH + Stays up = Breakout → BUY ⚠️
│
└─ NO
├─ Strong uptrend = Wait for re-accumulation
└─ Strong downtrend = Wait for re-distribution
```
---
## 📝 PRE-TRADE CHECKLIST
Before entering any trade:
- Identified the current Wyckoff phase
- Confirmed with volume analysis
- Checked higher timeframe trend
- Located supply/demand zones
- Identified clear entry point
- Set stop loss level
- Calculated target (risk:reward >1:2)
- Verified position size (risk 1-2%)
- Have at least 2 confirming signals
- Not trading against major trend
---
## 🧠 REMEMBER
**The Three Laws:**
1. **Supply & Demand** - Price is determined by imbalance
2. **Cause & Effect** - Range size predicts move size
3. **Effort & Result** - Volume should confirm price movement
**The Key Principle:**
> "Trade with the Composite Operator (smart money), not against them"
**Best Setups:**
1. Spring in accumulation (Phase C)
2. UTAD in distribution (Phase C)
3. SOS breakout (Phase D)
4. SOW breakdown (Phase D)
**When in Doubt:**
- ❓ Stay out
- 📈 Use higher timeframe
- 📚 Review the documentation
- 🎯 Wait for clearer signal
---
## 📱 INDICATOR SETTINGS QUICK SETUP
**For Stocks/Crypto (Good Volume Data):**
- Volume MA Length: 20
- High Volume Multiplier: 1.5
- Climax Volume: 2.0
- Swing Length: 5
**For Forex (Limited Volume Data):**
- Volume MA Length: 20
- High Volume Multiplier: 1.3
- Climax Volume: 1.8
- Swing Length: 7
- Turn OFF "Volume Confirmation"
**For Day Trading:**
- Swing Length: 3
- All other settings: Default
**For Position Trading:**
- Swing Length: 7-10
- Volume MA Length: 30
- Use Daily/Weekly charts
---
## 🎓 SKILL PROGRESSION
### Beginner (Month 1-2)
- Focus on: SC, Spring, SOS
- Timeframe: Daily only
- Goal: Identify phases correctly
### Intermediate (Month 3-6)
- Add: All accumulation events
- Timeframe: Daily + 4H
- Goal: Trade springs profitably
### Advanced (Month 6-12)
- Add: Distribution events, VSA
- Timeframe: Multiple timeframes
- Goal: Trade complete cycles
### Expert (Year 2+)
- Master: All events, all timeframes
- Combine: With other methodologies
- Goal: Consistent profitability
---
**Print this sheet and keep it next to your trading desk!**
*Remember: Quality over quantity. Wait for the best setups.*
# Wyckoff Method - Comprehensive Analysis Indicator
## Complete Implementation Guide for TradingView Pine Script
---
## TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. (#overview)
2. (#installation)
3. (#theory)
4. (#components)
5. (#signals)
6. (#strategies)
7. (#settings)
8. (#alerts)
9. (#patterns)
10. (#troubleshooting)
---
## OVERVIEW
This indicator implements Richard Wyckoff's complete trading methodology, including:
- **All 5 Phases** of Accumulation and Distribution
- **18+ Wyckoff Events** (PS, SC, AR, ST, Spring, SOS, LPS, BC, UTAD, SOW, etc.)
- **Volume Spread Analysis (VSA)** principles
- **Supply & Demand Zone** detection
- **Composite Operator** logic (Smart Money tracking)
- **Effort vs Result** analysis
- **Three Wyckoff Laws**: Supply/Demand, Cause/Effect, Effort/Result
---
## INSTALLATION
### Step 1: Copy the Code
1. Open the `wyckoff_comprehensive.pine` file
2. Select all code (Ctrl+A / Cmd+A)
3. Copy to clipboard (Ctrl+C / Cmd+C)
### Step 2: Add to TradingView
1. Go to TradingView.com
2. Open any chart
3. Click "Pine Editor" at the bottom of the screen
4. Click "New" or "Open"
5. Paste the entire code
6. Click "Save" and give it a name
7. Click "Add to Chart"
### Step 3: Verify Installation
You should see:
- Labels on the chart (PS, SC, Spring, SOS, etc.)
- Background colors indicating phases
- Volume analysis in the lower pane
- A table in the top-right corner showing current phase
---
## WYCKOFF METHOD THEORY
### The Three Fundamental Laws
#### 1. **Law of Supply and Demand**
- Price rises when demand exceeds supply
- Price falls when supply exceeds demand
- The indicator tracks volume vs price movement to identify imbalances
#### 2. **Law of Cause and Effect**
- A period of accumulation (cause) leads to markup (effect)
- A period of distribution (cause) leads to markdown (effect)
- Trading ranges build "cause" for future price movement
#### 3. **Law of Effort vs Result**
- **Effort** = Volume (energy put into the market)
- **Result** = Price movement (spread of the bar)
- High effort with low result = potential reversal
- Low effort with high result = trend weakness
### The Five Phases
#### **ACCUMULATION CYCLE**
**Phase A: Stopping the Downtrend**
- Preliminary Support (PS): First sign of buying
- Selling Climax (SC): Panic selling exhaustion
- Automatic Rally (AR): Bounce from SC
- Secondary Test (ST): Test of SC low on lower volume
**Phase B: Building the Cause**
- Trading range develops
- Supply being absorbed by composite operator
- Multiple tests of support and resistance
- Volume generally decreases
**Phase C: The Test (Spring)**
- False breakdown below support
- Traps late sellers
- Quick reversal on low volume
- Last chance to accumulate before markup
**Phase D: Dominance Emerges**
- Sign of Strength (SOS): Break above resistance
- Last Point of Support (LPS): Pullback opportunity
- Backup (BU): Final consolidation
- Demand clearly exceeds supply
**Phase E: Markup**
- New uptrend established
- Price moves rapidly higher
- Phase E can last months/years
- Original trading range becomes support
#### **DISTRIBUTION CYCLE**
**Phase A: Stopping the Uptrend**
- Preliminary Supply (PSY): First sign of selling
- Buying Climax (BC): Euphoric buying exhaustion
- Automatic Reaction (AR): Sharp selloff from BC
- Secondary Test (ST): Test of BC high on lower volume
**Phase B: Building the Cause**
- Trading range at top
- Demand being absorbed by composite operator
- Multiple tests of support and resistance
**Phase C: The Test (UTAD)**
- Upthrust After Distribution
- False breakout above resistance
- Traps late buyers
- Quick reversal
**Phase D: Dominance Emerges**
- Sign of Weakness (SOW): Break below support
- Last Point of Supply (LPSY): Rally opportunity to exit
- Supply clearly exceeds demand
**Phase E: Markdown**
- New downtrend established
- Price moves rapidly lower
- Original trading range becomes resistance
---
## INDICATOR COMPONENTS
### 1. EVENT LABELS
#### Accumulation Events (Green labels)
- **PS** = Preliminary Support
- **SC** = Selling Climax (largest label, most important)
- **AR** = Automatic Rally
- **ST** = Secondary Test
- **SPRING** = Spring (critical buy signal)
- **TEST** = Test of support
- **SOS** = Sign of Strength (breakout)
- **LPS** = Last Point of Support
- **BU** = Backup
#### Distribution Events (Red labels)
- **PSY** = Preliminary Supply
- **BC** = Buying Climax (largest label, most important)
- **AR** = Automatic Reaction
- **ST** = Secondary Test
- **UTAD** = Upthrust After Distribution (critical sell signal)
- **SOW** = Sign of Weakness
- **LPSY** = Last Point of Supply
#### VSA Events (Small colored labels)
- **ND** (Orange) = No Demand - weakness
- **NS** (Blue) = No Supply - strength
- **SV** (Purple) = Stopping Volume
- **UT** (Red) = Upthrust - weakness
- **SO** (Green) = Shakeout - strength
#### Composite Operator (💰 symbols)
- Green 💰 at bottom = Smart Money Accumulation
- Red 💰 at top = Smart Money Distribution
### 2. BACKGROUND COLORS
- **Light Blue** = Phase A (Accumulation)
- **Light Orange** = Phase A (Distribution)
- **Very Light Green** = Phase C (Accumulation Testing)
- **Very Light Red** = Phase C (Distribution Testing)
- **Light Green** = Phase D (Accumulation Strength)
- **Light Red** = Phase D (Distribution Weakness)
- **Green** = Phase E (Markup - Bull trend)
- **Red** = Phase E (Markdown - Bear trend)
### 3. SUPPLY & DEMAND ZONES
- **Green boxes** = Demand zones (where smart money accumulated)
- **Red boxes** = Supply zones (where smart money distributed)
- Zones extend 20 bars into the future
- Price reactions at these zones are significant
### 4. VOLUME PANEL
- **Dark Green/Red bars** = Very High Volume (climax)
- **Light Green/Red bars** = High Volume
- **Gray bars** = Normal Volume
- **Faint Gray bars** = Low Volume
- **Blue line** = Volume Moving Average
### 5. INFORMATION TABLE (Top Right)
Displays real-time analysis:
- **Current Phase** (A, B, C, D, or E)
- **Status** (description of what's happening)
- **Volume** (Very High, High, Normal, Low)
- **Spread** (Wide, Normal, Narrow)
- **Effort/Result** (Poor, Normal, Good)
- **Range** (YES if in trading range)
- **Bias** (BULLISH, BEARISH, or NEUTRAL)
---
## HOW TO READ THE SIGNALS
### STRONG BUY SIGNALS (in order of strength)
1. **SPRING** (strongest)
- False breakdown below support
- Look for: Low volume, quick reversal, close above support
- Entry: When price closes back above support level
- Stop: Below the spring low
2. **SOS (Sign of Strength)**
- Break above trading range resistance
- Look for: High volume, wide spread up bar
- Entry: On breakout or pullback to LPS
- Stop: Below trading range
3. **Shakeout (SO)**
- Similar to spring but more violent
- Look for: High volume, penetration of support, strong close
- Entry: When price reclaims support
- Stop: Below shakeout low
4. **LPS (Last Point of Support)**
- Pullback after SOS
- Look for: Low volume, shallow pullback
- Entry: When support holds
- Stop: Below LPS
5. **No Supply (NS)**
- Down bar on very low volume
- Indicates lack of selling pressure
- Confirms accumulation phase
### STRONG SELL SIGNALS (in order of strength)
1. **UTAD (Upthrust After Distribution)** (strongest)
- False breakout above resistance
- Look for: High volume spike, rejection, close below resistance
- Entry: When price closes back below resistance
- Stop: Above UTAD high
2. **SOW (Sign of Weakness)**
- Break below trading range support
- Look for: High volume, wide spread down bar
- Entry: On breakdown or rally to LPSY
- Stop: Above trading range
3. **Upthrust (UT)**
- Move above resistance on low volume, weak close
- Look for: Low volume, close in lower half of bar
- Entry: When resistance becomes resistance again
- Stop: Above upthrust high
4. **LPSY (Last Point of Supply)**
- Rally after SOW
- Look for: Low volume, weak rally
- Entry: When rally fails
- Stop: Above LPSY
5. **No Demand (ND)**
- Up bar on very low volume
- Indicates lack of buying pressure
- Confirms distribution phase
### NEUTRAL/WARNING SIGNALS
- **High Effort, Low Result** = Potential reversal coming
- **Stopping Volume** = Trend may be ending
- **Absorption** = Large volume with small movement (accumulation/distribution)
---
## TRADING STRATEGY EXAMPLES
### Strategy 1: Accumulation Range Breakout
**Setup:**
1. Identify trading range (blue background in Phase B)
2. Wait for Spring or Test (Phase C)
3. Wait for SOS breakout (Phase D)
**Entry:**
- Option A: Buy on SOS breakout
- Option B: Wait for LPS pullback (better risk/reward)
**Stop Loss:**
- Below the spring low or trading range bottom
**Target:**
- Measure height of trading range (cause)
- Project upward from breakout point (effect)
- Minimum target = range height
**Example:**
```
Trading Range: 100 to 120 (20 point range)
SOS Breakout at: 120
Target: 120 + 20 = 140 minimum
```
### Strategy 2: Distribution Range Breakdown
**Setup:**
1. Identify trading range after uptrend
2. Wait for UTAD (Phase C)
3. Wait for SOW breakdown (Phase D)
**Entry:**
- Option A: Sell on SOW breakdown
- Option B: Wait for LPSY rally (better risk/reward)
**Stop Loss:**
- Above the UTAD high or trading range top
**Target:**
- Measure height of trading range
- Project downward from breakdown point
- Minimum target = range height
### Strategy 3: Spring Trading
**Setup:**
1. Strong downtrend followed by range
2. Price breaks below range bottom
3. Volume is LOW on breakdown
4. Price quickly reverses and closes above support
**Entry:**
- When candle closes above support level
- Or on retest of support
**Stop Loss:**
- Below spring low (usually tight)
**Target:**
- Top of trading range
- Previous swing high
**Risk/Reward:**
- Typically 1:3 or better
### Strategy 4: Smart Money Tracking
**Setup:**
1. Look for 💰 symbols in demand zones
2. Multiple accumulation signals (PS, SC, ST, Test)
3. Volume decreasing during range
**Entry:**
- At next demand zone test
- On SOS breakout
**Confirmation:**
- Background turning green (Phase D/E)
- Table shows "BULLISH" bias
### Strategy 5: VSA Reversal
**Setup:**
1. Strong trend in place
2. Stopping Volume (SV) appears at extreme
3. Followed by No Demand (ND) or No Supply (NS)
**Entry:**
- When trend breaks down/up
- On retest of extreme
**Example (Bullish):**
```
Downtrend → Stopping Volume → No Supply → Up bar
Entry: Buy when price moves above SV bar
```
---
## SETTINGS & CUSTOMIZATION
### Volume Analysis Settings
**Volume MA Length** (default: 20)
- Shorter = More sensitive to volume changes
- Longer = Smoother, less noise
- Recommended: 15-25 for most timeframes
**High Volume Multiplier** (default: 1.5)
- Threshold for "high volume"
- Lower = More signals
- Higher = Only extreme volume
- Recommended: 1.3-2.0
**Climax Volume Multiplier** (default: 2.0)
- Threshold for climax events (SC, BC)
- Should be significantly higher than normal
- Recommended: 2.0-3.0
### Phase Detection Settings
**Swing Detection Length** (default: 5)
- How many bars to look left/right for swing points
- Shorter = More swings detected (more noise)
- Longer = Fewer swings (cleaner, might miss some)
- Recommended: 3-7
**Range Expansion Threshold** (default: 1.5)
- Multiplier for "wide spread" bars
- Higher = Only very wide bars qualify
- Recommended: 1.3-2.0
**Volume Confirmation** (default: ON)
- Requires volume confirmation for events
- Turn OFF for very low volume instruments
- Keep ON for stocks, forex, crypto
### Display Options
Toggle on/off:
- ✅ **Show Accumulation/Distribution Phases** - Background colors
- ✅ **Show Wyckoff Events** - All labeled events
- ✅ **Show Volume Spread Analysis** - VSA labels
- ✅ **Show Supply/Demand Zones** - Boxes on chart
- ✅ **Show Composite Operator Signals** - 💰 symbols
### Color Customization
- **Bullish Color** - All accumulation events
- **Bearish Color** - All distribution events
- **Neutral Color** - Range/neutral signals
---
## ALERT SETUP
### Available Alerts
1. **Selling Climax (SC)** - Potential bottom forming
2. **Spring** - Strong buy signal
3. **Sign of Strength (SOS)** - Bullish breakout
4. **Buying Climax (BC)** - Potential top forming
5. **UTAD** - Strong sell signal
6. **Sign of Weakness (SOW)** - Bearish breakdown
7. **Phase E Markup** - Uptrend confirmed
8. **Phase E Markdown** - Downtrend confirmed
9. **Smart Money Accumulation** - Institutions buying
10. **Smart Money Distribution** - Institutions selling
### How to Set Up Alerts
1. Click the "⏰" icon on TradingView
2. Select "Create Alert"
3. Condition: Choose the indicator and alert type
4. Example: "Wyckoff Method - Spring"
5. Set notification preferences (popup, email, webhook)
6. Click "Create"
### Recommended Alert Strategy
**Conservative Trader:**
- Spring
- SOS
- UTAD
- SOW
**Aggressive Trader:**
- Add: SC, BC, Smart Money signals
**Long-term Investor:**
- Phase E Markup
- Phase E Markdown
- Smart Money Accumulation
---
## COMMON PATTERNS
### Pattern 1: Classic Accumulation
```
Phase A: Downtrend → PS → SC → AR → ST
Phase B: Range building (4-12 weeks typical)
Phase C: Spring (false breakdown)
Phase D: SOS → LPS → BU
Phase E: Markup (new uptrend)
```
**What to do:**
- Mark the range boundaries
- Wait for spring
- Buy on LPS or SOS
- Hold through markup
### Pattern 2: Classic Distribution
```
Phase A: Uptrend → PSY → BC → AR → ST
Phase B: Range building (topping process)
Phase C: UTAD (false breakout)
Phase D: SOW → LPSY
Phase E: Markdown (new downtrend)
```
**What to do:**
- Mark the range boundaries
- Wait for UTAD
- Sell on LPSY or SOW
- Stay out during markdown
### Pattern 3: Re-Accumulation
```
Uptrend → Trading Range → Spring → Uptrend continues
```
- Occurs during existing uptrend
- Shorter accumulation period
- Often no clear SC (trend is already up)
- Spring is the key signal
### Pattern 4: Re-Distribution
```
Downtrend → Trading Range → UTAD → Downtrend continues
```
- Occurs during existing downtrend
- Shorter distribution period
- Often no clear BC (trend is already down)
- UTAD is the key signal
### Pattern 5: Failed Breakout
**Bullish Failed Breakout:**
```
Range → Breakdown → Immediate reversal (Spring)
```
- Price breaks support
- Volume is LOW
- Immediate strong reversal
- Very bullish
**Bearish Failed Breakout:**
```
Range → Breakout → Immediate reversal (UTAD)
```
- Price breaks resistance
- Volume may be high initially
- Quick rejection and reversal
- Very bearish
---
## TIMEFRAME RECOMMENDATIONS
### Daily Charts (Most Reliable)
- Best for swing trading
- Clear phases and events
- Less noise
- Recommended for beginners
### 4-Hour Charts
- Good for active swing traders
- Faster signals than daily
- Still reliable
### 1-Hour Charts
- For day traders
- More false signals
- Need to filter carefully
- Use in conjunction with higher timeframe
### 15-Minute / 5-Minute
- Only for experienced traders
- High noise level
- Many false signals
- Use daily chart for context
**Golden Rule:** Always check higher timeframe first!
---
## MULTI-TIMEFRAME ANALYSIS
### Top-Down Approach (Recommended)
1. **Weekly Chart** - Identify major trend and phase
2. **Daily Chart** - Find current accumulation/distribution
3. **4H Chart** - Identify entry timing
4. **Entry Timeframe** - Execute trade
### Example Analysis:
**Weekly:** Phase E Markup (bullish)
**Daily:** Phase B Re-accumulation
**4-Hour:** Spring detected
**Action:** Buy on daily LPS
---
## WYCKOFF + OTHER INDICATORS
### Complementary Tools
1. **Moving Averages**
- 20/50 SMA for trend context
- Already plotted on indicator
2. **RSI**
- Divergences at SC/BC
- Confirms overbought/oversold
3. **MACD**
- Confirms trend change in Phase D
- Divergences support Wyckoff events
4. **Volume Profile**
- Identifies value areas
- Confirms supply/demand zones
5. **Order Flow / Footprint Charts**
- See institutional activity
- Confirms smart money signals
**Don't Over-Complicate:**
- Wyckoff is a complete system
- Other indicators are supplementary
- When in doubt, trust Wyckoff
---
## TROUBLESHOOTING
### Issue: Too Many Labels
**Solution:**
- Increase swing length (Settings → 7 or 10)
- Increase volume multipliers
- Turn off VSA labels if not needed
- Focus on major events only (SC, Spring, SOS, BC, UTAD, SOW)
### Issue: Missing Expected Events
**Solution:**
- Decrease swing length (Settings → 3)
- Decrease volume multipliers
- Turn OFF volume confirmation
- Check timeframe (use daily chart)
### Issue: False Signals
**Solution:**
- Use higher timeframe
- Wait for confirmation
- Don't trade against major trend
- Look for multiple signal convergence
### Issue: Can't See Background Colors
**Solution:**
- Check "Show Phases" is enabled
- Increase monitor brightness
- Colors are subtle by design (not to obscure price)
### Issue: Volume Shows Incorrectly
**Solution:**
- Ensure volume data is available for your symbol
- Some symbols have poor volume data
- Forex spot pairs have no real volume
- Use futures or stock markets for best results
### Issue: No Trading Range Detected
**Solution:**
- Market may be trending strongly
- Trading range might be too small
- Wait for price to consolidate
- Not all markets have clear ranges
---
## ADVANCED TIPS
### 1. Count Point & Figure Charts
- Wyckoff used P&F to measure "cause"
- Width of range × height = minimum move target
- Longer accumulation = larger markup
### 2. Watch for Absorption
- High volume + narrow spread = someone absorbing
- In downtrend = accumulation
- In uptrend = distribution
### 3. Multiple Timeframe Springs
- Spring on daily + spring on weekly = very strong
- Increases probability significantly
### 4. Failed Signals Are Signals Too
- Failed spring = weakness, expect lower
- Failed UTAD = strength, expect higher
### 5. Context is King
- Don't buy during Phase E Markdown
- Don't sell during Phase E Markup
- Respect the major trend
### 6. Volume Precedes Price
- Study volume changes first
- Price follows volume
- Decreasing volume in range = building energy
### 7. Composite Operator Mindset
- Think like institutions
- Where would smart money buy/sell?
- They need liquidity (retail traders)
---
## RISK MANAGEMENT
### Position Sizing
**Conservative:**
- Risk 1% per trade
- Wider stops at range boundaries
**Moderate:**
- Risk 1-2% per trade
- Stops below spring/above UTAD
**Aggressive:**
- Risk 2-3% per trade
- Tight stops
- Higher win rate needed
### Stop Loss Placement
**Accumulation:**
- Below spring low
- Below trading range bottom
- Below demand zone
**Distribution:**
- Above UTAD high
- Above trading range top
- Above supply zone
### Take Profit Strategy
**Method 1: Measured Move**
- Range height = minimum target
- 2x range height = extended target
**Method 2: Fibonacci Extensions**
- 1.0 = range height
- 1.618 = extended target
- 2.618 = maximum target
**Method 3: Trail the Stop**
- Move stop to breakeven at 1R
- Trail under swing lows in markup
- Lock in profits progressively
---
## BACKTESTING CHECKLIST
Before trading with real money:
- Backtest on 50+ historical examples
- Record all signals in trading journal
- Calculate win rate (aim for >50%)
- Calculate average R:R (aim for >1:2)
- Test on multiple instruments
- Test on multiple timeframes
- Test in different market conditions
- Verify signal consistency
- Practice on demo account
- Start small with real money
---
## RECOMMENDED READING
### Books
1. **"Studies in Tape Reading"** - Richard D. Wyckoff
2. **"The Richard D. Wyckoff Method"** - Rubén Villahermosa
3. **"Charting the Stock Market: The Wyckoff Method"** - Jack Hutson
4. **"Master the Markets"** - Tom Williams (VSA)
### Courses
1. Wyckoff Analytics - Official Wyckoff course
2. TradeVSA - Volume Spread Analysis
3. StockCharts - Wyckoff education
### Communities
1. Wyckoff Analytics Forum
2. Reddit r/Wyckoff
3. TradingView Wyckoff ideas section
---
## FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
**Q: Can I use this on crypto?**
A: Yes, works well on major cryptocurrencies with good volume.
**Q: Does it work on forex?**
A: Yes, but use futures volume (like 6E for EUR/USD) for better accuracy.
**Q: What's the best timeframe?**
A: Daily chart for most traders. 4H for more active trading.
**Q: How long does accumulation last?**
A: Typically 2-12 weeks. Longer accumulation = bigger markup.
**Q: Can I automate this?**
A: You can use the alerts, but manual analysis is recommended.
**Q: What's the win rate?**
A: With proper filtering: 60-70% on major signals (Spring, UTAD, SOS, SOW).
**Q: Should I trade every signal?**
A: No. Focus on Spring, UTAD, SOS, and SOW in trending markets.
**Q: What if I see conflicting signals?**
A: Use higher timeframe for context. When in doubt, stay out.
**Q: How do I know which phase I'm in?**
A: Check the table in top-right corner. Also look at background color.
**Q: Can I use this for options trading?**
A: Yes, excellent for timing option entries (especially around Spring/UTAD).
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## FINAL THOUGHTS
The Wyckoff Method is:
- **A complete trading system** (not just an indicator)
- **Based on 100+ years** of market wisdom
- **Used by institutions** and professional traders
- **Requires practice** and screen time
- **Highly effective** when applied correctly
**Success Tips:**
1. Start with daily charts
2. Focus on major events (SC, Spring, SOS, BC, UTAD, SOW)
3. Always check higher timeframe context
4. Wait for confirmation before entering
5. Manage risk properly
6. Keep a trading journal
7. Be patient - wait for the best setups
**Remember:**
- Not every range will have all events
- Some phases may be abbreviated
- Context and confluence matter most
- Practice makes perfect
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## SUPPORT & UPDATES
For questions, improvements, or bug reports:
- Check TradingView script comments
- Join Wyckoff trading communities
- Study historical examples
- Practice on demo accounts
**Good luck and happy trading!**
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*Disclaimer: This indicator is for educational purposes. Always do your own analysis and risk management. Past performance does not guarantee future results.*
# WYCKOFF VISUAL SETUP EXAMPLES
## ACCUMULATION SCHEMATIC #1 (Classic Bottom)
```
Price Chart View:
│ PHASE E
│ MARKUP
│ ╱
│ ╱
┌─SOS─────┤ ╱
│ │ ╱
┌───────────┤ ┌LPS │╱
│ PHASE B │ │ │
│ (Cause) └──┴──────┤
┌AR──┤ │
┌────┤ │ ┌─Spring │ PHASE D
│ └ST──┤ │ │
│ │ │ │
────SC────────┴─────────┴───────────┴──────────
│
PS
│ PHASE A
│
Downtrend
```
### PHASE A - Stopping the Downtrend
```
PS: │ High volume down bar
▼ First sign of support
■ Not bottom yet
SC: │ VERY HIGH volume
▼ Panic selling exhaustion
█ Long lower wick
█ This is the low
AR: │ Automatic rally
▲ Relief bounce
■ High volume acceptable
ST: │ Secondary test
▼ Low volume (KEY!)
■ Tests SC low
```
### PHASE B - Building the Cause
```
┌─────────┐
│ ~~~ │ Multiple tests
│ ~ ~ │ Volume decreases
│~ ~ │ Range gets tighter
└─────────┘
Duration: 2-12 weeks typical
The longer, the bigger the eventual move
```
### PHASE C - The Test (SPRING)
```
║ False breakdown
─────╨─────
▼ Low volume
█ Breaks below support
■
█ Quick reversal
▲ Closes ABOVE support
CRITICAL: Volume must be LOW
Close must be strong
Happens quickly (1-3 bars)
```
### PHASE D - Strength Emerges
```
SOS: ▲ Sign of Strength
────╥──── Break above resistance
║ High volume
║ Wide spread
LPS: ▼ Last Point Support
■ Pullback on LOW volume
▲ Great entry point
BU: ▲ Backup
■ Final consolidation
▲ Before markup
```
### PHASE E - Markup
```
╱
╱
╱ Strong uptrend
╱ High momentum
╱ Can last months/years
──╱──
```
---
## DISTRIBUTION SCHEMATIC #2 (Classic Top)
```
Price Chart View:
Uptrend
│
PSY
│ PHASE A
────BC────────┬─────────┬───────────┬──────────
│ │ UTAD │
│ PHASE B │ │ PHASE D
┌AR──┤ ┌LPSY │ │
│ │ │ └───────────┤
│ └──┴──────┐ │╲
└ST──┤ │ │ ╲
│ └───────────┤ ╲
└─SOW─────┤ │ ╲
│ │ ╲
│ PHASE C │ ╲
│ │ PHASE E
│ │ MARKDOWN
```
### PHASE A - Stopping the Uptrend
```
PSY: │ High volume up bar
▲ Preliminary supply
■ Selling starting
BC: │ VERY HIGH volume
▲ Buying climax
█ Euphoric top
█ Long upper wick
AR: │ Automatic reaction
▼ Sharp selloff
■ High volume
ST: │ Secondary test
▲ Low volume (KEY!)
■ Tests BC high
```
### PHASE C - The Test (UTAD)
```
▲ False breakout
────╥────
║ Breaks ABOVE resistance
║ Often high volume spike
▼
█ Rejection / weak close
█ Closes BELOW resistance
▼
CRITICAL: Closes weak
Quick rejection
Traps buyers
```
### PHASE D - Weakness Emerges
```
SOW: ▼ Sign of Weakness
────╨──── Break below support
║ High volume
║ Wide spread
LPSY: ▲ Last Point Supply
■ Rally on LOW volume
▼ Last chance to exit
```
---
## VOLUME PATTERNS (Critical to Understanding)
### ACCUMULATION Volume Pattern
```
Volume
│ SC
█
█ ST
■ ■ Spring
■ ■ ■ SOS LPS
──┴────┴────┴──────█───■────►
│ │ │ │ │
│ │ │ │ │
A A C D D
Pattern: HIGH → low → low → HIGH → low
Key: Volume DECREASES during range
INCREASES on breakout
```
### DISTRIBUTION Volume Pattern
```
Volume
│ BC
█
█ ST
■ ■ UTAD
■ ■ ■ SOW LPSY
──┴────┴────┴──────█───■────►
│ │ │ │ │
│ │ │ │ │
A A C D D
Pattern: HIGH → low → varies → HIGH → low
Key: Volume MAY increase on UTAD
Definitely HIGH on breakdown (SOW)
```
---
## REAL TRADE SETUPS
### Setup #1: SPRING BUY
```
Entry Conditions:
1. Clear trading range identified
2. Price breaks BELOW support
3. Volume is LOW (critical!)
4. Price reverses QUICKLY
5. Closes ABOVE support level
Entry: Next bar or on retest
Stop: Below spring low
Target: Top of range (minimum)
Example:
Support: $100
Spring low: $98 (low volume)
Close: $101
Entry: $102
Stop: $97.50
Target: $120 (range top)
Risk/Reward: 1:4
```
### Setup #2: UTAD SELL
```
Entry Conditions:
1. Clear trading range identified (after uptrend)
2. Price breaks ABOVE resistance
3. Often high volume spike
4. Price reverses QUICKLY
5. Closes BELOW resistance level
Entry: Next bar or on retest
Stop: Above UTAD high
Target: Bottom of range (minimum)
Example:
Resistance: $200
UTAD high: $205 (spike)
Close: $198
Entry: $197
Stop: $206
Target: $180 (range bottom)
Risk/Reward: 1:2
```
### Setup #3: SOS BREAKOUT
```
Entry Conditions:
1. Clear accumulation range
2. Spring already occurred (ideal)
3. Price breaks ABOVE resistance
4. HIGH volume on breakout
5. Wide spread up bar
Entry Option A: On breakout ($120)
Entry Option B: Wait for LPS pullback ($115)
Stop: Below range or LPS
Target: Range height projected up
Example:
Range: $100-$120 (20 points)
SOS breakout: $120
Entry A: $120
Stop: $115
Target 1: $140 (100%)
Target 2: $150 (150%)
```
---
## VSA SPECIFIC PATTERNS
### Pattern 1: No Demand (Weakness)
```
▲
■ Up bar
■ Low volume ◄── KEY
▲ Small body
Context: After uptrend
Meaning: Buyers exhausted
Action: Prepare to sell
```
### Pattern 2: No Supply (Strength)
```
▼
■ Down bar
■ Low volume ◄── KEY
▼ Small body
Context: After downtrend
Meaning: Sellers exhausted
Action: Prepare to buy
```
### Pattern 3: Stopping Volume
```
═ Very high volume
█ Narrow spread ◄── KEY
═ Price not moving
Context: At extremes
Meaning: Absorption
Action: Expect reversal
```
---
## COMMON MISTAKES (What NOT to Do)
### ❌ Mistake 1: Buying Prematurely
```
WRONG:
SC
▼
█ ← DON'T BUY HERE
CORRECT:
Spring
─────╨─────
▼
█ ← BUY HERE
▲
```
### ❌ Mistake 2: Ignoring Volume
```
WRONG: "It broke below support, must be spring"
─────╨───── High volume
█
This is a BREAKDOWN, not a spring!
CORRECT Spring:
─────╨───── LOW volume ✓
■ Quick reversal ✓
▲
```
### ❌ Mistake 3: Trading Against Trend
```
WRONG:
Markdown Phase E
╲
╲ ← Trying to buy here
╲
╲
CORRECT:
Wait for new accumulation to complete
```
---
## MULTI-TIMEFRAME EXAMPLE
### Weekly Chart: Phase E Markup (Bullish)
```
╱
╱
╱ Long-term uptrend
╱
───╱─────
```
### Daily Chart: Re-Accumulation Phase C
```
┌─────────┐
│ Spring │ ← We are here
│ ▼ │
─────┴────█────┴─────
▲
```
### 4-Hour Chart: Entry Timing
```
Last 48 hours:
─────╨───── Spring occurred
█
▲ ← Enter now
■
```
**Result:** Triple confirmation across timeframes = High probability trade
---
## PROFIT TARGETS (Visual Guide)
### Method 1: Basic Measured Move
```
Resistance: 120 ┐ ─────────
│
│ 20 points
│
Support: 100 ┘ ─────────
Breakout: 120
Target: 120 + 20 = 140
╱╱╱ 140 (Target)
╱╱╱
╱╱╱
──────◄ 120 (Breakout)
│
Range │ 20
│
──────┘ 100
```
### Method 2: Multiple Targets
```
╱╱╱ 150 (Target 3: 2.5x) - 20% position
╱╱╱
╱╱╱ 140 (Target 2: 2x) - 30% position
╱╱╱
─────◄╱ 130 (Target 1: 1x) - 50% position
│
10 │ 120 (Breakout)
│
─────┘ 110 (Support)
```
### Method 3: Trailing Stop
```
1. Move stop to breakeven at Target 1
2. Trail stop under swing lows
3. Let winners run
╱╱╱
╱ ╱╱ ← Trail stop here
╱╱ ╱
╱ ╱ ← Then here
─────◄──╱
← Start here (breakeven)
```
---
## TIMING ENTRIES (Exact Bar Patterns)
### Perfect Spring Entry
```
Bar 1: ▼ Breaks below (Low vol)
█
Bar 2: ▲ Reverses (Closes strong)
█ ◄─ ENTER HERE
Bar 3: ■ Confirms
▲
DON'T WAIT for Bar 3!
Enter on Bar 2 close
```
### Perfect UTAD Entry
```
Bar 1: ▲ Breaks above (Spike vol OK)
█
Bar 2: ▼ Reverses (Closes weak)
█ ◄─ ENTER HERE
Bar 3: ■ Confirms
▼
SHORT on Bar 2 close
Don't wait for more confirmation
```
---
## COMPOSITE OPERATOR PSYCHOLOGY
### What Smart Money Does (Follow Them)
**Accumulation:**
```
1. Create fear (PS, SC)
2. Shake out weak hands (Spring)
3. Absorb supply quietly (Phase B)
4. Test for remaining supply (Test)
5. Mark it up (SOS → Phase E)
💰 They buy LOW when retail panics
```
**Distribution:**
```
1. Create euphoria (PSY, BC)
2. Trap late buyers (UTAD)
3. Distribute to buyers (Phase B)
4. Test for remaining demand (ST)
5. Mark it down (SOW → Phase E)
💰 They sell HIGH when retail buys
```
### Where to Look for Smart Money
```
💰 Buy signals appear at:
- Demand zones (green boxes)
- Springs and shakeouts
- Tests of support
- After selling climax
💰 Sell signals appear at:
- Supply zones (red boxes)
- UTAD and upthrusts
- Weak rallies (LPSY)
- After buying climax
```
---
## PRACTICE EXERCISES
### Exercise 1: Identify the Phase
Look at any chart and ask:
1. Is there a trading range? (Phase B likely)
2. Did we just stop a trend? (Phase A)
3. Was there a spring/UTAD? (Phase C)
4. Is there a breakout? (Phase D)
5. Is trend running? (Phase E)
### Exercise 2: Volume Analysis
For each bar, note:
- Volume level (High/Normal/Low)
- Spread (Wide/Normal/Narrow)
- Effort vs Result (Matching? Diverging?)
### Exercise 3: Find Historical Springs
Go back 6 months:
- Mark all springs you can find
- Note the setup before each
- Track what happened after
- Calculate win rate
---
## FINAL VISUALIZATION: The Complete Cycle
```
ACCUMULATION → MARKUP → DISTRIBUTION → MARKDOWN → ACCUMULATION...
Distribution Accumulation
(Top) (Bottom)
┌───────────────┐ ┌───────────────┐
│ BC UTAD │ │ Spring SC │
│ │ │ │ │ │ │ │
────┴───┴───┴───────┴─╲ ╱────────┴───┴───┴────
╲ ╱
Markdown ╲ ╱ Markup
(Phase E) ╲ ╱ (Phase E)
╲ ╱
╲ ╱
╲ ╱
╲ ╱
V
The market cycles endlessly
Your job: Identify where you are in the cycle
Trade accordingly
```
---
**Remember:**
- 📊 Study charts daily
- 📝 Journal every setup
- 🎯 Wait for the best signals
- 💰 Follow smart money
- ⏰ Be patient
- 🚀 Let winners run
**The indicator does the heavy lifting - you make the decisions!**
BK AK-FVG/SR Institutional⚔️ BK AK-FVG/SR Institutional — Smart Money Gaps. True Support/Resistance. ⚔️
There are already some excellent FVG tools out there—built by traders who’ve put in real work studying imbalance, liquidity, and smart money behavior.
BK AK-FVG/SR Institutional is simply my version of that idea: my attempt to take what I learned from those great frameworks and push it further into volume, structure, lifecycle, and accountability—so every zone is treated as a living, graded object, not just a static box on a chart.
This is my 12th script release—and that number matters to me. Twelve is structure: twelve tribes, twelve months, twelve divisions of ordered space. It’s the number of complete arrangement. So for script twelve, I’m releasing what I consider my institutional map—a tool built specifically around boundaries, alignment, and where real money chooses to defend and attack.
This script is invite-only. Access is controlled. It’s built for traders who actually respect structure, not tourists looking for colors on a chart.
“AK” in the name is not branding—it’s honor. It belongs to my mentor A.K., whose standard of discipline and clarity sits behind every decision in this tool. Above that, all glory and gratitude to Gd—the real source of any wisdom, edge, or endurance we have in this game.
🧠 What BK AK-FVG/SR Institutional Actually Does
This is a full institutional FVG/SR system, not a paintbrush. It:
Detects and manages bullish & bearish FVG zones using ATR/percent filters and aging logic
Assigns a 0–100 institutional strength score and 1–5★ rating to every zone
Builds a per-zone lower-timeframe volume profile with POC, volume delta, and optional volume text
Tracks historical touches, breaks, role reversals, merging, clustering, and divergence at the zone
Runs per-zone backtest stats and feeds that into an adaptive/ML-style confidence weight
Compresses the whole environment into a real-time Info Table: bias, market position, nearest S/R, risk, session
Fires alerts only when something actually matters: strong FVGs, magnetic pull, divergence at a level
If price is the map, this is the layer that tells you which levels are real and which are noise.
🧱 Core Engine — Institutional Zone Logic
Smart FVG Detection
Clean 3-bar gap logic for bullish & bearish FVGs
ATR or % based minimum gap size + optional distance filter from price
Zone aging with max life in bars and optional “reset on touch”
Overlap & proximity control:
Prevent overlapping zones
Enforce minimum bar spacing
Or keep only the strongest zone in a cluster
Institutional Strength & Rating
Each zone gets a score (0–100) + star rating (1–5★) based on:
Volume vs average (with optional lower timeframe split)
Gap size vs ATR
Pivot confluence
Historical meaningful touches
Role reversal (support ↔ resistance)
MTF FVG alignment
Session weighting (Asian / London / NY / overlaps)
Order block overlap & imbalance behavior
VWAP proximity/extremes
Fib level alignment
Delta divergence
Zone clustering & consolidation
Adaptive “performance weight” from historical reactions
Bad zones don’t just look weaker—they literally get filtered out when you enable minimum star / institutional filters.
📊 In-Zone Volume & Profile Intelligence
Each zone can be backed by lower-timeframe volume:
Per-zone volume histogram inside the gap
POC line at the most traded price in that zone
Optional total volume label
POC line color shifts with volume delta (buy vs sell pressure)
Additional bull/bear volume bars alongside the zone and/or numeric volume text inside the box
You’re not just staring at a gap—you’re seeing the liquidity pocket inside the gap.
🎯 Structure, Confluence & Role Reversal
The engine includes deep structural context:
Pivots: stored swing highs/lows for S/R confluence
MTF FVG Confluence: two extra timeframes for higher-timeframe alignment
Fibonacci Levels: auto-mapped 0.236 / 0.382 / 0.5 / 0.618 / 0.786 with optional lines & labels
Order Blocks & Imbalance: engulfing OB detection + volume/imbalance filters
VWAP Intelligence: VWAP proximity/extreme bonuses, optional short-form plotting
Delta Divergence: volume-based confirmation flags for zones under real internal pressure
Smart S/R Positioning & Role Flip
Hide “wrong side” zones or auto-flip roles when broken & retested
Track broken zones for N bars, then retire them
Mark role reversals with badges and strength bonuses
Support/resistance is treated like behavior, not just lines.
🤖 Adaptive Learning & Backtesting
Each zone is monitored when price touches it:
Checks if price respects the zone and moves X points away (success)
Or violates beyond failure threshold (failure)
Tracks successes, failures, and win rate per zone
Feeds a confidence score into an adaptive weight so consistently performing zones matter more
Zones that meet the bar get ML/🤖 marking when enabled
The script doesn’t just say “this looks strong”—it tracks how it actually behaved.
📋 Info Table & Sessions — On-Chart War Room
On the latest bar, an Info Table summarizes:
Zone count (bull vs bear)
Market position (NEAR SUPPORT / NEAR RESISTANCE / ABOVE RESISTANCE / BELOW SUPPORT / NEUTRAL)
Nearest S/R levels
Trade bias (BULLISH / BEARISH / NEUTRAL)
Active session (ASIAN / LONDON / NY / OVERLAP / OFF)
Risk level (LOW / MED / HIGH)
Sessions are coded in EST with multipliers so you can weight London/NY more heavily than Asia if that matches your playbook.
Hover the table for a strategy tooltip: live market posture, suggested behavior near the zones, and context around the current environment.
⚠ Divergence & Alerts
Real-time RSI/OBV/ADX divergence detection at the zone
Flexible visual modes: border, icon, color change, or combinations
Alerts included:
Magnetic Zone Pull (price entering ATR-based “field” of a strong zone)
Strong Bullish FVG
Strong Bearish FVG
Divergence at Zone
Let the chart call you when a real decision point appears, instead of forcing you to stare all day.
🕹 How to Use BK AK-FVG/SR Institutional
1️⃣ Build Bias With Structure
Use the Info Table, star ratings, and where the 4–5★ zones cluster relative to price to decide which side of the tape you’re allowed to trade on.
2️⃣ Only Trade From Strong, Aligned Zones
Focus on 4–5★ zones with confluence (pivots, Fib, OB, VWAP, clustering).
Use the zone body/wick region as your execution area, not some random mid-air candle.
3️⃣ Treat Role Reversal & Clusters as Campaign Nodes
When a strong zone breaks, flips role, and collects touches, that’s campaign territory—not scalp noise.
4️⃣ Use Divergence/Delta as a Brake, Not a Toy
If divergence lights up at your level, respect it: size down, wait for confirmation, or stand down.
5️⃣ Let the Engine Filter Junk For You
Tune volMultiplier, star thresholds, session multipliers, distance filters, and min star rating to match your timeframe and instrument.
This script’s job is to remove your excuse for taking low-quality trades.
📜 Boundaries & Wisdom
King Solomon wrote:
“Do not remove the ancient boundary stone that your fathers have set.”
This tool is built around that idea. It maps where the real boundaries live—where smart money defends, attacks, traps, and reverses.
It will not give you discipline. It will simply remove the illusion that “you didn’t know the level was there.”
🔒 Access & Usage
This is an invite-only TradingView script.
Access is granted at my discretion to traders who take structure, risk, and discipline seriously.
⚔️ BK AK-FVG/SR Institutional — Map the Smart Money Gaps. Trade Only the Real Levels.
May Gd bless your vision, your patience, and every decision you make at the edge. 🙏
FPT - DCA ModelFPT - DCA Model is a simple but powerful tool to backtest a weekly “buy the dip” DCA plan with dynamic position sizing and partial profit-taking.
🔹 Core Idea
- Invest a fixed amount every week (on Friday closes)
- Buy more aggressively when price trades at a discount from its 52-week high
- Take partial profits when price stretches too far above the daily EMA50
- Track the performance of your DCA plan vs a simple buy-and-hold from the same start date
⚙ How it works
1. Weekly DCA (on Daily timeframe)
- On each Friday after the Start Date:
- Add the “Weekly contribution” to the cash pool.
- If the close is below the “Discount from 52W high” level:
→ FULL DCA: use the full weekly contribution + an extra booster from your stash (up to “Max extra stash used on dip”).
→ Marked on the chart with a small green triangle under the bar.
- Otherwise:
→ HALF DCA: invest only 50% of the weekly contribution and keep the other 50% as stash (uninvested cash).
→ Marked with a small blue triangle under the bar.
2. 52-Week High Discount Logic
- The script computes the 52-week high as the highest daily high of the last 252 trading days.
- The “discount level” is: 52W high × (1 – Discount%).
- When price is at or below this level, dips are treated as buying opportunities and the model allocates more.
3. Selling Logic (Partial Take Profit)
- When the close is above the daily EMA50 by the selected percentage:
→ Sell the given “Sell portion of qty (%)” of your current holdings.
→ Marked with a small red triangle above the bar.
- This behaves like a gradual profit-taking system: if price stays extended above EMA50, multiple partial sells can occur over time.
📊 Panel (top-right)
The panel summarizes the state of your DCA plan:
- Weeks: number of DCA weeks since Start Date
- Total deposit: total money contributed (sum of all weekly contributions)
- Shares qty: total number of shares accumulated
- Avg price: volume-weighted average entry price
- Shares value: current market value of all shares (qty × close)
- Cash: uninvested cash (including saved stash)
- Total equity: Shares value + Cash
- DCA % PnL: performance of the DCA plan vs total deposits
- Stock % since start: performance of the underlying asset since the Start Date
✅ Recommended Use
- Timeframe: Daily (the DCA engine is designed to run on daily bars and Friday closes).
- Works best on stocks, ETFs or indices where a 52-week high is a meaningful reference.
- You can tune:
- Weekly contribution
- Discount from 52W high
- Booster amount
- EMA50 extension threshold and sell portion
⚠ Notes & Disclaimer
- This script is a backtesting and educational tool. It does not place real orders.
- Past performance does not guarantee future results.
- Always combine DCA and risk management with your own research and judgment.
Built by FPT (Funded Pips Trading) for long-term, rules-based DCA planning.
