Trend Smacker

Trend Smacker is a comprehensive trend detection and trade management indicator that identifies precise trend reversals and generates entry signals with built-in stop-loss and target management. By combining real-time trend flip detection with multi-timeframe confirmation, the indicator provides traders with a structured approach to capturing directional moves while maintaining disciplined risk management.

How It Works

Trend Flip Detection: The indicator continuously monitors price action to identify the exact moment when trend direction changes. Rather than relying on lagging moving averages or delayed oscillator signals, Trend Smacker tracks the critical price level that, when broken, confirms a shift in market bias. This provides early recognition of trend changes as they occur.

Multi-Timeframe Confirmation: When enabled, the indicator monitors a higher timeframe for structural trend flips. Entry signals are generated only when the chart timeframe confirms the direction established by the higher timeframe. This alignment ensures traders enter positions that are supported by the broader market context rather than fighting against prevailing momentum.

Weakening Trend Detection: The indicator identifies when price approaches the flip trigger level without yet breaking it. These "danger zone" candles are highlighted to warn traders that the current trend may be losing strength, allowing for proactive position management before a full reversal occurs.

Automatic Trade Management: Once an entry signal triggers, the indicator automatically calculates and displays stop-loss placement based on validated swing structure. Multiple take-profit targets are projected using configurable risk-to-reward ratios, giving traders clear exit objectives. An optional trailing stop feature allows profits to be protected as the trade progresses.

Visual Elements
The indicator provides a complete visual framework for trade execution. Entry, stop-loss, and target levels are displayed as horizontal lines extending from the entry bar. Flip trigger levels show the exact price that would reverse the current trend. Background shading reflects the prevailing bias at a glance, while a detailed state table summarizes all active levels and market structure readings.

Why This Matters
Successful trend trading requires three elements: identifying when trends change, entering in alignment with higher timeframe direction, and managing risk with predefined levels. Trend Smacker integrates all three into a single indicator, removing guesswork and enforcing consistency. The multi-timeframe requirement filters out low-probability setups that occur against the prevailing structure, while automatic level calculation ensures every trade has defined risk parameters before entry.

Recommended Use
Configure the higher timeframe setting to match your trading style. The default 15-minute structure timeframe works well for intraday trading on 1-minute or 5-minute charts. Monitor the stat table for current bias and entry status. When the indicator signals an entry, the stop-loss and targets are already calculated, allowing for immediate execution with predetermined risk.