Range Filter Strategy [Real Backtest]Range Filter Strategy - Real Backtesting
# Overview
Advanced Range Filter strategy designed for realistic backtesting with precise execution timing and comprehensive risk management. Built specifically for cryptocurrency markets with customizable parameters for different assets and timeframes.
Core Algorithm
Range Filter Technology:
- Smooth Average Range calculation using dual EMA filtering
- Dynamic range-based price filtering to identify trend direction
- Anti-noise filtering system to reduce false signals
- Directional momentum tracking with upward/downward counters
Key Features
Real-Time Execution (No Delay)
- Process orders on tick: Immediate execution without waiting for bar close
- Bar magnifier integration for intrabar precision
- Calculate on every tick for maximum responsiveness
- Standard OHLC bypass for enhanced accuracy
Realistic Price Simulation
- HL2 entry pricing (High+Low)/2 for realistic fills
- Configurable spread buffer simulation
- Random slippage generation (0 to max slippage)
- Market liquidity validation before entry
Advanced Signal Filtering
- Volume-based filtering with customizable ratio
- Optional signal confirmation system (1-3 bars)
- Anti-repetition logic to prevent duplicate signals
- Daily trade limit controls
Risk Management
- Fixed Risk:Reward ratios with precise point calculation
- Automatic stop loss and take profit execution
- Position size management
- Maximum daily trades limitation
Alert System
- Real-time alerts synchronized with strategy execution
- Multiple alert types: Setup, Entry, Exit, Status
- Customizable message formatting with price/time inclusion
- TradingView alert panel integration
Default Parameters
Optimized for BTC 5-minute charts:
- Sampling Period: 100
- Range Multiplier: 3.0
- Risk: 50 points
- Reward: 100 points (1:2 R:R)
- Spread Buffer: 2.0 points
- Max Slippage: 1.0 points
Signal Logic
Long Entry Conditions:
- Price above Range Filter line
- Upward momentum confirmed
- Volume requirements met (if enabled)
- Confirmation period completed (if enabled)
- Daily trade limit not exceeded
Short Entry Conditions:
- Price below Range Filter line
- Downward momentum confirmed
- Volume requirements met (if enabled)
- Confirmation period completed (if enabled)
- Daily trade limit not exceeded
Visual Elements
- Range Filter line with directional coloring
- Upper and lower target bands
- Entry signal markers
- Risk/Reward ratio boxes
- Real-time settings dashboard
Customization Options
Market Adaptation:
- Adjust Sampling Period for different timeframes
- Modify Range Multiplier for various volatility levels
- Configure spread/slippage for different brokers
- Set appropriate R:R ratios for trading style
Filtering Controls:
- Enable/disable volume filtering
- Adjust confirmation requirements
- Set daily trade limits
- Customize alert preferences
Performance Features
- Realistic backtesting results aligned with live trading
- Elimination of look-ahead bias
- Proper order execution simulation
- Comprehensive trade statistics
Alert Configuration
Alert Types Available:
- Entry signals with complete trade information
- Setup alerts for early preparation
- Exit notifications for position management
- Filter direction changes for market context
Message Format:
Symbol - Action | Price: XX.XX | Stop: XX.XX | Target: XX.XX | Time: HH:MM
Usage Recommendations
Optimal Settings:
- Bitcoin/Major Crypto: Default parameters
- Forex: Reduce sampling period to 50-70, multiplier to 2.0-2.5
- Stocks: Reduce sampling period to 30-50, multiplier to 1.0-1.8
- Gold: Sampling period 60-80, multiplier 1.5-2.0
TradingView Configuration:
- Recalculate: "On every tick"
- Orders: "Use bar magnifier"
- Data: Real-time feed recommended
Risk Disclaimer
This strategy is designed for educational and analytical purposes. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always test thoroughly on paper trading before live implementation. Consider market conditions, broker execution, and personal risk tolerance when using any automated trading system.
Best Settings Found for Gold 15-Minute Timeframe
After extensive testing and optimization, these are the most effective settings I've discovered for trading Gold (XAUUSD) on the 15-minute timeframe:
Core Filter Settings:
Sampling Period: 100
Range Multiplier: 3.0
Professional Execution Engine:
Realistic Entry: Enabled (HL2)
Spread Buffer: 2 points
Dynamic Slippage: Enabled with max 1 point
Volume Filter: Enabled at 1.7x ratio
Signal Confirmation: Enabled with 1 bar confirmation
Risk Management:
Stop Loss: 50 points
Take Profit: 100 points (2:1 Risk-Reward)
Max Trades Per Day: 5
These settings provide an excellent balance between signal accuracy and realistic market execution. The volume filter at 1.7x ensures we only trade during periods of sufficient market activity, while the 1-bar confirmation helps filter out false signals. The spread buffer and slippage settings account for real trading costs, making backtest results more realistic and achievable in live trading.
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Range Filter Strategy [Arabic Real Backtest]استراتيجية مرشح النطاق - اختبار واقعي
نظرة عامة
استراتيجية مرشح النطاق المتقدمة مصممة للاختبار الواقعي مع توقيت تنفيذ دقيق وإدارة مخاطر شاملة. تم بناؤها خصيصًا لأسواق العملات الرقمية مع معلمات قابلة للتخصيص لأصول وفترات زمنية مختلفة.
الخوارزمية الأساسية
تقنية مرشح النطاق:
* حساب متوسط النطاق السلس باستخدام فلترة مزدوجة للـ EMA
* فلترة أسعار استنادًا إلى النطاق الديناميكي لتحديد اتجاه الاتجاه
* نظام فلترة ضد الضوضاء لتقليل الإشارات الخاطئة
* تتبع الزخم الاتجاهي مع عدادات للأعلى/للأسفل
الميزات الرئيسية
**التنفيذ الفوري (بدون تأخير)**
* معالجة الأوامر عند كل نقطة: تنفيذ فوري دون انتظار إغلاق الشمعة
* تكامل مكبر الشمعة للحصول على دقة داخل الشمعة
* الحساب في كل نقطة لضمان الاستجابة القصوى
* تجاوز OHLC القياسي لزيادة الدقة
**محاكاة الأسعار الواقعية**
* تسعير الدخول باستخدام HL2 (High+Low)/2 لملء واقعي
* محاكاة للبُعد العازل للسعر القابل للتخصيص
* إنشاء انزلاق عشوائي (من 0 إلى الحد الأقصى للانزلاق)
* التحقق من سيولة السوق قبل الدخول
**فلترة الإشارات المتقدمة**
* فلترة استنادًا إلى الحجم مع نسبة قابلة للتخصيص
* نظام تأكيد الإشارة اختياري (من 1 إلى 3 شموع)
* منطق مضاد للتكرار لمنع الإشارات المكررة
* التحكم في حد التداول اليومي
**إدارة المخاطر**
* نسب ثابتة للمخاطرة: العائد مع حساب دقيق للنقاط
* تنفيذ وقف الخسارة وجني الأرباح تلقائيًا
* إدارة حجم المركز
* تحديد الحد الأقصى للصفقات اليومية
**نظام التنبيهات**
* تنبيهات فورية متزامنة مع تنفيذ الاستراتيجية
* أنواع متعددة من التنبيهات: إعداد، دخول، خروج، حالة
* تخصيص تنسيق الرسائل مع تضمين السعر/الوقت
* تكامل مع لوحة تنبيهات TradingView
المعلمات الافتراضية
محسن لرسوم بيانية لفترة 5 دقائق لبيتكوين:
* فترة العينة: 100
* معامل النطاق: 3.0
* المخاطرة: 50 نقطة
* المكافأة: 100 نقطة (نسبة 1:2)
* بُعد الانتشار: 2.0 نقطة
* الحد الأقصى للانزلاق: 1.0 نقطة
منطق الإشارة
**شروط الدخول الطويل:**
* السعر فوق خط مرشح النطاق
* تأكيد الزخم الصاعد
* تلبية متطلبات الحجم (إذا تم تمكينها)
* اكتمال فترة التأكيد (إذا تم تمكينها)
* لم يتم تجاوز حد الصفقات اليومية
**شروط الدخول القصير:**
* السعر تحت خط مرشح النطاق
* تأكيد الزخم الهابط
* تلبية متطلبات الحجم (إذا تم تمكينها)
* اكتمال فترة التأكيد (إذا تم تمكينها)
* لم يتم تجاوز حد الصفقات اليومية
العناصر البصرية
* خط مرشح النطاق مع تلوين الاتجاه
* الأشرطة العليا والسفلى المستهدفة
* علامات إشارات الدخول
* صناديق نسبة المخاطرة/العائد
* لوحة إعدادات حية
خيارات التخصيص
**التكيف مع السوق:**
* تعديل فترة العينة لبيانات الزمن المختلفة
* تعديل معامل النطاق لمستويات التقلب المختلفة
* تكوين الانتشار/الانزلاق لوسطاء مختلفين
* تحديد النسب المناسبة للمخاطرة/العائد حسب أسلوب التداول
**ضوابط الفلترة:**
* تمكين/تعطيل فلترة الحجم
* تعديل متطلبات التأكيد
* تعيين حدود الصفقات اليومية
* تخصيص تفضيلات التنبيه
الميزات المتعلقة بالأداء
* نتائج اختبار واقعية متوافقة مع التداول المباشر
* القضاء على تحيز المستقبل
* محاكاة تنفيذ الأوامر بشكل صحيح
* إحصائيات تداول شاملة
تكوين التنبيه
**أنواع التنبيهات المتاحة:**
* إشارات الدخول مع معلومات التداول الكاملة
* تنبيهات الإعداد للتحضير المبكر
* إشعارات الخروج لإدارة المراكز
* فلترة التغيرات في الاتجاه لظروف السوق
**تنسيق الرسائل:**
رمز - الإجراء | السعر: XX.XX | الوقف: XX.XX | الهدف: XX.XX | الوقت: HH\:MM
التوصيات لاستخدام الاستراتيجية
**الإعدادات المثلى:**
* بيتكوين/العملات الرقمية الرئيسية: المعلمات الافتراضية
* الفوركس: تقليل فترة العينة إلى 50-70، المعامل إلى 2.0-2.5
* الأسهم: تقليل فترة العينة إلى 30-50، المعامل إلى 1.0-1.8
* الذهب: فترة العينة 60-80، المعامل 1.5-2.0
**تكوين TradingView:**
* إعادة الحساب: "على كل نقطة"
* الأوامر: "استخدام مكبر الشمعة"
* البيانات: يوصى باستخدام التغذية الحية
إخلاء المسؤولية
تم تصميم هذه الاستراتيجية لأغراض تعليمية وتحليلية. الأداء السابق لا يضمن النتائج المستقبلية. يجب دائمًا إجراء اختبارات شاملة على التداول الورقي قبل التنفيذ المباشر. يجب أخذ ظروف السوق، تنفيذ الوسيط، والتحمل الشخصي للمخاطر في الاعتبار عند استخدام أي نظام تداول آلي.
Range Filter Strategy - Real Backtesting
# Overview
Advanced Range Filter strategy designed for realistic backtesting with precise execution timing and comprehensive risk management. Built specifically for cryptocurrency markets with customizable parameters for different assets and timeframes.
Core Algorithm
Range Filter Technology:
- Smooth Average Range calculation using dual EMA filtering
- Dynamic range-based price filtering to identify trend direction
- Anti-noise filtering system to reduce false signals
- Directional momentum tracking with upward/downward counters
Key Features
Real-Time Execution (No Delay)
- Process orders on tick: Immediate execution without waiting for bar close
- Bar magnifier integration for intrabar precision
- Calculate on every tick for maximum responsiveness
- Standard OHLC bypass for enhanced accuracy
Realistic Price Simulation
- HL2 entry pricing (High+Low)/2 for realistic fills
- Configurable spread buffer simulation
- Random slippage generation (0 to max slippage)
- Market liquidity validation before entry
Advanced Signal Filtering
- Volume-based filtering with customizable ratio
- Optional signal confirmation system (1-3 bars)
- Anti-repetition logic to prevent duplicate signals
- Daily trade limit controls
Risk Management
- Fixed Risk:Reward ratios with precise point calculation
- Automatic stop loss and take profit execution
- Position size management
- Maximum daily trades limitation
Alert System
- Real-time alerts synchronized with strategy execution
- Multiple alert types: Setup, Entry, Exit, Status
- Customizable message formatting with price/time inclusion
- TradingView alert panel integration
Default Parameters
Optimized for BTC 5-minute charts:
- Sampling Period: 100
- Range Multiplier: 3.0
- Risk: 50 points
- Reward: 100 points (1:2 R:R)
- Spread Buffer: 2.0 points
- Max Slippage: 1.0 points
Signal Logic
Long Entry Conditions:
- Price above Range Filter line
- Upward momentum confirmed
- Volume requirements met (if enabled)
- Confirmation period completed (if enabled)
- Daily trade limit not exceeded
Short Entry Conditions:
- Price below Range Filter line
- Downward momentum confirmed
- Volume requirements met (if enabled)
- Confirmation period completed (if enabled)
- Daily trade limit not exceeded
Visual Elements
- Range Filter line with directional coloring
- Upper and lower target bands
- Entry signal markers
- Risk/Reward ratio boxes
- Real-time settings dashboard
Customization Options
Market Adaptation:
- Adjust Sampling Period for different timeframes
- Modify Range Multiplier for various volatility levels
- Configure spread/slippage for different brokers
- Set appropriate R:R ratios for trading style
Filtering Controls:
- Enable/disable volume filtering
- Adjust confirmation requirements
- Set daily trade limits
- Customize alert preferences
Performance Features
- Realistic backtesting results aligned with live trading
- Elimination of look-ahead bias
- Proper order execution simulation
- Comprehensive trade statistics
Alert Configuration
Alert Types Available:
- Entry signals with complete trade information
- Setup alerts for early preparation
- Exit notifications for position management
- Filter direction changes for market context
Message Format:
Symbol - Action | Price: XX.XX | Stop: XX.XX | Target: XX.XX | Time: HH:MM
Usage Recommendations
Optimal Settings:
- Bitcoin/Major Crypto: Default parameters
- Forex: Reduce sampling period to 50-70, multiplier to 2.0-2.5
- Stocks: Reduce sampling period to 30-50, multiplier to 1.0-1.8
- Gold: Sampling period 60-80, multiplier 1.5-2.0
TradingView Configuration:
- Recalculate: "On every tick"
- Orders: "Use bar magnifier"
- Data: Real-time feed recommended
Risk Disclaimer
This strategy is designed for educational and analytical purposes. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always test thoroughly on paper trading before live implementation. Consider market conditions, broker execution, and personal risk tolerance when using any automated trading system.
GCM Volatility-Adaptive Trend ChannelScript Description
Name: GCM Volatility-Adaptive Trend Channel (GCM VATC)
Overview
The GCM Volatility-Adaptive Trend Channel (VATC) is a comprehensive trading tool that merges the low-lag, smooth-trending capabilities of the Jurik Moving Average (JMA) with the classic volatility analysis of Bollinger Bands (BB).
By displaying both trend and volatility in a single, intuitive interface, this indicator aims to help traders see when a trend is stable versus when it's becoming volatile and might be poised for a change.
Core Components:
JMA Trend System: At its core are three dynamically colored JMA lines (Baseline, Fast, and Slow) that provide a clear view of trend direction. The lines change color based on their slope, offering immediate visual feedback on momentum. A colored ribbon between the Baseline and Fast JMA visualizes shorter-term momentum shifts.
Standard Bollinger Bands: Layered on top are standard Bollinger Bands. Calculated from the price, these bands serve as a classic measure of market volatility. They help identify periods where the market is expanding (high volatility) or contracting (low volatility).
How to Use It
By combining these two powerful concepts, this indicator provides a unified view of both trend and volatility. It can help traders to:
Identify the primary trend direction using the smooth JMA lines.
Gauge the strength and stability of that trend.
See when the market is becoming volatile (bands widening) or consolidating (bands contracting), which can often precede a significant price move or a change in trend.
A Note on Originality & House Rules Compliance
This indicator does not introduce a new mathematical formula. Instead, its strength lies in the thoughtful combination of two well-respected, publicly available concepts: the Jurik Moving Average and Bollinger Bands. The JMA implementation is a standard public version. The goal was to create a practical, all-in-one tool for trend and volatility analysis.
This script is published as fully open-source in compliance with TradingView's House Rules. It utilizes standard, publicly available algorithms and does not contain any protected or hidden code.
Settings
All lengths, sources, and colors for the JMA lines and Bollinger Bands are fully customizable in the settings menu, allowing you to tailor the indicator to your specific trading style and asset.
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Drawdown Distribution Analysis (DDA) ACADEMIC FOUNDATION AND RESEARCH BACKGROUND
The Drawdown Distribution Analysis indicator implements quantitative risk management principles, drawing upon decades of academic research in portfolio theory, behavioral finance, and statistical risk modeling. This tool provides risk assessment capabilities for traders and portfolio managers seeking to understand their current position within historical drawdown patterns.
The theoretical foundation of this indicator rests on modern portfolio theory as established by Markowitz (1952), who introduced the fundamental concepts of risk-return optimization that continue to underpin contemporary portfolio management. Sharpe (1966) later expanded this framework by developing risk-adjusted performance measures, most notably the Sharpe ratio, which remains a cornerstone of performance evaluation in financial markets.
The specific focus on drawdown analysis builds upon the work of Chekhlov, Uryasev and Zabarankin (2005), who provided the mathematical framework for incorporating drawdown measures into portfolio optimization. Their research demonstrated that traditional mean-variance optimization often fails to capture the full risk profile of investment strategies, particularly regarding sequential losses. More recent work by Goldberg and Mahmoud (2017) has brought these theoretical concepts into practical application within institutional risk management frameworks.
Value at Risk methodology, as comprehensively outlined by Jorion (2007), provides the statistical foundation for the risk measurement components of this indicator. The coherent risk measures framework developed by Artzner et al. (1999) ensures that the risk metrics employed satisfy the mathematical properties required for sound risk management decisions. Additionally, the focus on downside risk follows the framework established by Sortino and Price (1994), while the drawdown-adjusted performance measures implement concepts introduced by Young (1991).
MATHEMATICAL METHODOLOGY
The core calculation methodology centers on a peak-tracking algorithm that continuously monitors the maximum price level achieved and calculates the percentage decline from this peak. The drawdown at any time t is defined as DD(t) = (P(t) - Peak(t)) / Peak(t) × 100, where P(t) represents the asset price at time t and Peak(t) represents the running maximum price observed up to time t.
Statistical distribution analysis forms the analytical backbone of the indicator. The system calculates key percentiles using the ta.percentile_nearest_rank() function to establish the 5th, 10th, 25th, 50th, 75th, 90th, and 95th percentiles of the historical drawdown distribution. This approach provides a complete picture of how the current drawdown compares to historical patterns.
Statistical significance assessment employs standard deviation bands at one, two, and three standard deviations from the mean, following the conventional approach where the upper band equals μ + nσ and the lower band equals μ - nσ. The Z-score calculation, defined as Z = (DD - μ) / σ, enables the identification of statistically extreme events, with thresholds set at |Z| > 2.5 for extreme drawdowns and |Z| > 3.0 for severe drawdowns, corresponding to confidence levels exceeding 99.4% and 99.7% respectively.
ADVANCED RISK METRICS
The indicator incorporates several risk-adjusted performance measures that extend beyond basic drawdown analysis. The Sharpe ratio calculation follows the standard formula Sharpe = (R - Rf) / σ, where R represents the annualized return, Rf represents the risk-free rate, and σ represents the annualized volatility. The system supports dynamic sourcing of the risk-free rate from the US 10-year Treasury yield or allows for manual specification.
The Sortino ratio addresses the limitation of the Sharpe ratio by focusing exclusively on downside risk, calculated as Sortino = (R - Rf) / σd, where σd represents the downside deviation computed using only negative returns. This measure provides a more accurate assessment of risk-adjusted performance for strategies that exhibit asymmetric return distributions.
The Calmar ratio, defined as Annual Return divided by the absolute value of Maximum Drawdown, offers a direct measure of return per unit of drawdown risk. This metric proves particularly valuable for comparing strategies or assets with different risk profiles, as it directly relates performance to the maximum historical loss experienced.
Value at Risk calculations provide quantitative estimates of potential losses at specified confidence levels. The 95% VaR corresponds to the 5th percentile of the drawdown distribution, while the 99% VaR corresponds to the 1st percentile. Conditional VaR, also known as Expected Shortfall, estimates the average loss in the worst 5% of scenarios, providing insight into tail risk that standard VaR measures may not capture.
To enable fair comparison across assets with different volatility characteristics, the indicator calculates volatility-adjusted drawdowns using the formula Adjusted DD = Raw DD / (Volatility / 20%). This normalization allows for meaningful comparison between high-volatility assets like cryptocurrencies and lower-volatility instruments like government bonds.
The Risk Efficiency Score represents a composite measure ranging from 0 to 100 that combines the Sharpe ratio and current percentile rank to provide a single metric for quick asset assessment. Higher scores indicate superior risk-adjusted performance relative to historical patterns.
COLOR SCHEMES AND VISUALIZATION
The indicator implements eight distinct color themes designed to accommodate different analytical preferences and market contexts. The EdgeTools theme employs a corporate blue palette that matches the design system used throughout the edgetools.org platform, ensuring visual consistency across analytical tools.
The Gold theme specifically targets precious metals analysis with warm tones that complement gold chart analysis, while the Quant theme provides a grayscale scheme suitable for analytical environments that prioritize clarity over aesthetic appeal. The Behavioral theme incorporates psychology-based color coding, using green to represent greed-driven market conditions and red to indicate fear-driven environments.
Additional themes include Ocean, Fire, Matrix, and Arctic schemes, each designed for specific market conditions or user preferences. All themes function effectively with both dark and light mode trading platforms, ensuring accessibility across different user interface configurations.
PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS
Asset allocation and portfolio construction represent primary use cases for this analytical framework. When comparing multiple assets such as Bitcoin, gold, and the S&P 500, traders can examine Risk Efficiency Scores to identify instruments offering superior risk-adjusted performance. The 95% VaR provides worst-case scenario comparisons, while volatility-adjusted drawdowns enable fair comparison despite varying volatility profiles.
The practical decision framework suggests that assets with Risk Efficiency Scores above 70 may be suitable for aggressive portfolio allocations, scores between 40 and 70 indicate moderate allocation potential, and scores below 40 suggest defensive positioning or avoidance. These thresholds should be adjusted based on individual risk tolerance and market conditions.
Risk management and position sizing applications utilize the current percentile rank to guide allocation decisions. When the current drawdown ranks above the 75th percentile of historical data, indicating that current conditions are better than 75% of historical periods, position increases may be warranted. Conversely, when percentile rankings fall below the 25th percentile, indicating elevated risk conditions, position reductions become advisable.
Institutional portfolio monitoring applications include hedge fund risk dashboard implementations where multiple strategies can be monitored simultaneously. Sharpe ratio tracking identifies deteriorating risk-adjusted performance across strategies, VaR monitoring ensures portfolios remain within established risk limits, and drawdown duration tracking provides valuable information for investor reporting requirements.
Market timing applications combine the statistical analysis with trend identification techniques. Strong buy signals may emerge when risk levels register as "Low" in conjunction with established uptrends, while extreme risk levels combined with downtrends may indicate exit or hedging opportunities. Z-scores exceeding 3.0 often signal statistically oversold conditions that may precede trend reversals.
STATISTICAL SIGNIFICANCE AND VALIDATION
The indicator provides 95% confidence intervals around current drawdown levels using the standard formula CI = μ ± 1.96σ. This statistical framework enables users to assess whether current conditions fall within normal market variation or represent statistically significant departures from historical patterns.
Risk level classification employs a dynamic assessment system based on percentile ranking within the historical distribution. Low risk designation applies when current drawdowns perform better than 50% of historical data, moderate risk encompasses the 25th to 50th percentile range, high risk covers the 10th to 25th percentile range, and extreme risk applies to the worst 10% of historical drawdowns.
Sample size considerations play a crucial role in statistical reliability. For daily data, the system requires a minimum of 252 trading days (approximately one year) but performs better with 500 or more observations. Weekly data analysis benefits from at least 104 weeks (two years) of history, while monthly data requires a minimum of 60 months (five years) for reliable statistical inference.
IMPLEMENTATION BEST PRACTICES
Parameter optimization should consider the specific characteristics of different asset classes. Equity analysis typically benefits from 500-day lookback periods with 21-day smoothing, while cryptocurrency analysis may employ 365-day lookback periods with 14-day smoothing to account for higher volatility patterns. Fixed income analysis often requires longer lookback periods of 756 days with 34-day smoothing to capture the lower volatility environment.
Multi-timeframe analysis provides hierarchical risk assessment capabilities. Daily timeframe analysis supports tactical risk management decisions, weekly analysis informs strategic positioning choices, and monthly analysis guides long-term allocation decisions. This hierarchical approach ensures that risk assessment occurs at appropriate temporal scales for different investment objectives.
Integration with complementary indicators enhances the analytical framework. Trend indicators such as RSI and moving averages provide directional bias context, volume analysis helps confirm the severity of drawdown conditions, and volatility measures like VIX or ATR assist in market regime identification.
ALERT SYSTEM AND AUTOMATION
The automated alert system monitors five distinct categories of risk events. Risk level changes trigger notifications when drawdowns move between risk categories, enabling proactive risk management responses. Statistical significance alerts activate when Z-scores exceed established threshold levels of 2.5 or 3.0 standard deviations.
New maximum drawdown alerts notify users when historical maximum levels are exceeded, indicating entry into uncharted risk territory. Poor risk efficiency alerts trigger when the composite risk efficiency score falls below 30, suggesting deteriorating risk-adjusted performance. Sharpe ratio decline alerts activate when risk-adjusted performance turns negative, indicating that returns no longer compensate for the risk undertaken.
TRADING STRATEGIES
Conservative risk parity strategies can be implemented by monitoring Risk Efficiency Scores across a diversified asset portfolio. Monthly rebalancing maintains equal risk contribution from each asset, with allocation reductions triggered when risk levels reach "High" status and complete exits executed when "Extreme" risk levels emerge. This approach typically results in lower overall portfolio volatility, improved risk-adjusted returns, and reduced maximum drawdown periods.
Tactical asset rotation strategies compare Risk Efficiency Scores across different asset classes to guide allocation decisions. Assets with scores exceeding 60 receive overweight allocations, while assets scoring below 40 receive underweight positions. Percentile rankings provide timing guidance for allocation adjustments, creating a systematic approach to asset allocation that responds to changing risk-return profiles.
Market timing strategies with statistical edges can be constructed by entering positions when Z-scores fall below -2.5, indicating statistically oversold conditions, and scaling out when Z-scores exceed 2.5, suggesting overbought conditions. The 95% VaR serves as a stop-loss reference point, while trend confirmation indicators provide additional validation for position entry and exit decisions.
LIMITATIONS AND CONSIDERATIONS
Several statistical limitations affect the interpretation and application of these risk measures. Historical bias represents a fundamental challenge, as past drawdown patterns may not accurately predict future risk characteristics, particularly during structural market changes or regime shifts. Sample dependence means that results can be sensitive to the selected lookback period, with shorter periods providing more responsive but potentially less stable estimates.
Market regime changes can significantly alter the statistical parameters underlying the analysis. During periods of structural market evolution, historical distributions may provide poor guidance for future expectations. Additionally, many financial assets exhibit return distributions with fat tails that deviate from normal distribution assumptions, potentially leading to underestimation of extreme event probabilities.
Practical limitations include execution risk, where theoretical signals may not translate directly into actual trading results due to factors such as slippage, timing delays, and market impact. Liquidity constraints mean that risk metrics assume perfect liquidity, which may not hold during stressed market conditions when risk management becomes most critical.
Transaction costs are not incorporated into risk-adjusted return calculations, potentially overstating the attractiveness of strategies that require frequent trading. Behavioral factors represent another limitation, as human psychology may override statistical signals, particularly during periods of extreme market stress when disciplined risk management becomes most challenging.
TECHNICAL IMPLEMENTATION
Performance optimization ensures reliable operation across different market conditions and timeframes. All technical analysis functions are extracted from conditional statements to maintain Pine Script compliance and ensure consistent execution. Memory efficiency is achieved through optimized variable scoping and array usage, while computational speed benefits from vectorized calculations where possible.
Data quality requirements include clean price data without gaps or errors that could distort distribution analysis. Sufficient historical data is essential, with a minimum of 100 bars required and 500 or more preferred for reliable statistical inference. Time alignment across related assets ensures meaningful comparison when conducting multi-asset analysis.
The configuration parameters are organized into logical groups to enhance usability. Core settings include the Distribution Analysis Period (100-2000 bars), Drawdown Smoothing Period (1-50 bars), and Price Source selection. Advanced metrics settings control risk-free rate sourcing, either from live market data or fixed rate specification, along with toggles for various risk-adjusted metric calculations.
Display options provide flexibility in visual presentation, including color theme selection from eight available schemes, automatic dark mode optimization, and control over table display, position lines, percentile bands, and standard deviation overlays. These options ensure that the indicator can be adapted to different analytical workflows and visual preferences.
CONCLUSION
The Drawdown Distribution Analysis indicator provides risk management tools for traders seeking to understand their current position within historical risk patterns. By combining established statistical methodology with practical usability features, the tool enables evidence-based risk assessment and portfolio optimization decisions.
The implementation draws upon established academic research while providing practical features that address real-world trading requirements. Dynamic risk-free rate integration ensures accurate risk-adjusted performance calculations, while multiple color schemes accommodate different analytical preferences and use cases.
Academic compliance is maintained through transparent methodology and acknowledgment of limitations. The tool implements peer-reviewed statistical techniques while clearly communicating the constraints and assumptions underlying the analysis. This approach ensures that users can make informed decisions about the appropriate application of the risk assessment framework within their broader trading and investment processes.
BIBLIOGRAPHY
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Chekhlov, A., Uryasev, S. and Zabarankin, M. (2005) 'Drawdown Measure in Portfolio Optimization', International Journal of Theoretical and Applied Finance, 8(1), pp. 13-58.
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ZigZag Based RSIDescription
ZigZag Trend RSI (ZZ-RSI) is an advanced momentum indicator that combines ZigZag-based trend detection with a trend-adjusted RSI to deliver smarter overbought and oversold signals. Unlike traditional RSI that reacts purely to price movement, this indicator adapts its sensitivity based on the prevailing trend structure identified via the ZigZag pattern.
By dynamically adjusting RSI thresholds according to market direction, ZZ-RSI helps filter out false signals and aligns RSI readings with broader trend context—crucial for trend-following strategies, counter-trend entries, and volatility-based timing.
Core Components
ZigZag Pattern Recognition:
Identifies significant swing highs and lows based on price deviation (%) and pivot sensitivity (length). The most recent pivot determines the prevailing trend direction:
🟢 Bullish: last swing is a higher high
🔴 Bearish: last swing is a lower low
⚪ Neutral: no recent significant movement
Trend-Weighted RSI:
Modifies traditional RSI input by emphasizing price changes in the direction of the trend:
In bull trends, upside moves are magnified.
In bear trends, downside moves are emphasized.
Dynamic RSI Zones:
Overbought and Oversold thresholds adapt to the trend:
In uptrends: higher OB and slightly raised OS → tolerate stronger rallies
In downtrends: lower OS and slightly reduced OB → accommodate stronger sell-offs
In neutral: default OB/OS values apply
How to Use
✅ Entries (Reversal or Mean Reversion Traders):
Look for oversold signals (green triangle) in downtrends or neutrals to catch potential reversals.
Look for overbought signals (red triangle) in uptrends or neutrals to fade momentum.
Confirm with price action or volume for higher conviction.
📈 Trend Continuation (Momentum or Trend-Followers):
Use the trend direction label (Bullish / Bearish / Neutral) to align your trades with the broader move.
Combine with moving averages or price structure for entry timing.
Avoid counter-trend signals unless confirmed by divergence or exhaustion.
🧠 Signal Interpretation Table (top right of chart):
Trend: Indicates the current market direction.
RSI: Real-time trend-adjusted RSI value.
Signal: OB/OS/Neutral classification.
Customization Options
ZigZag Length / Deviation %:
Adjust pivot sensitivity and filter out minor noise.
RSI Length:
Controls how fast RSI responds to trend-adjusted price.
Color Settings:
Personalize visual cues for trend direction and OB/OS backgrounds.
Alerts Included
📢 Overbought/oversold conditions
🔄 Trend reversals (bullish or bearish shift)
These alerts are ideal for automated strategies, mobile notifications, or algorithmic workflows.
Ideal For
Traders seeking smarter RSI signals filtered by market structure
Trend-followers and swing traders looking for reliable reversals
Those frustrated with false OB/OS signals in volatile or trending markets
Best Practices
Use in confluence with price structure, trendlines, or S/R levels.
For intraday: consider lowering ZigZag Length and RSI Length.
For higher timeframes: use higher deviation % and smoother RSI to reduce noise.
SCTI V28Indicator Overview | 指标概述
English: SCTI V28 (Smart Composite Technical Indicator) is a multi-functional composite technical analysis tool that integrates various classic technical analysis methods. It contains 7 core modules that can be flexibly configured to show or hide components based on traders' needs, suitable for various trading styles and market conditions.
中文: SCTI V28 (智能复合技术指标) 是一款多功能复合型技术分析指标，整合了多种经典技术分析工具于一体。该指标包含7大核心模块，可根据交易者的需求灵活配置显示或隐藏各个组件，适用于多种交易风格和市场环境。
Main Functional Modules | 主要功能模块
1. Basic Indicator Settings | 基础指标设置
English:
EMA Display: 13 configurable EMA lines (default shows 8/13/21/34/55/144/233/377/610/987/1597/2584 periods)
PMA Display: 11 configurable moving averages with multiple MA types (ALMA/EMA/RMA/SMA/SWMA/VWAP/VWMA/WMA)
VWAP Display: Volume Weighted Average Price indicator
Divergence Indicator: Detects divergences across 12 technical indicators
ATR Stop Loss: ATR-based stop loss lines
Volume SuperTrend AI: AI-powered super trend indicator
中文:
EMA显示：13条可配置EMA均线，默认显示8/13/21/34/55/144/233/377/610/987/1597/2584周期
PMA显示：11条可配置移动平均线，支持多种MA类型(ALMA/EMA/RMA/SMA/SWMA/VWAP/VWMA/WMA)
VWAP显示：成交量加权平均价指标
背离指标：12种技术指标的背离检测系统
ATR止损：基于ATR的止损线
Volume SuperTrend AI：基于AI预测的超级趋势指标
2. EMA Settings | EMA设置
English:
13 independent EMA lines, each configurable for visibility and period length
Default shows 21/34/55/144/233/377/610/987/1597/2584 period EMAs
Customizable colors and line widths for each EMA
中文:
13条独立EMA均线，每条均可单独配置显示/隐藏和周期长度
默认显示21/34/55/144/233/377/610/987/1597/2584周期的EMA
每条EMA可设置不同颜色和线宽
3. PMA Settings | PMA设置
English:
11 configurable moving averages, each with:
Selectable types (default EMA, options: ALMA/RMA/SMA/SWMA/VWAP/VWMA/WMA)
Independent period settings (12-1056)
Special ALMA parameters (offset and sigma)
Configurable data source and plot offset
Support for fill areas between MAs
Price lines and labels can be added
中文:
11条可配置移动平均线，每条均可：
选择不同类型(默认EMA，可选ALMA/RMA/SMA/SWMA/VWAP/VWMA/WMA)
独立设置周期长度(12-1056)
设置ALMA的特殊参数(偏移量和sigma)
配置数据源和绘图偏移
支持MA之间的填充区域显示
可添加价格线和标签
4. VWAP Settings | VWAP设置
English:
Multiple anchor period options (Session/Week/Month/Quarter/Year/Decade/Century/Earnings/Dividends/Splits)
3 configurable standard deviation bands
Option to hide on daily and higher timeframes
Configurable data source and offset settings
中文:
多种锚定周期选择(会话/周/月/季/年/十年/世纪/财报/股息/拆股)
3条可配置标准差带
可选择在日线及以上周期隐藏
支持数据源选择和偏移设置
5. Divergence Indicator Settings | 背离指标设置
English:
12 detectable indicators: MACD, MACD Histogram, RSI, Stochastic, CCI, Momentum, OBV, VWmacd, Chaikin Money Flow, MFI, Williams %R, External Indicator
4 divergence types: Regular Bullish/Bearish, Hidden Bullish/Bearish
Multiple display options: Full name/First letter/Hide indicator name
Configurable parameters: Pivot period, data source, maximum bars checked, etc.
Alert functions: Independent alerts for each divergence type
中文:
检测12种指标：MACD、MACD柱状图、RSI、随机指标、CCI、动量、OBV、VWmacd、Chaikin资金流、MFI、威廉姆斯%R、外部指标
4种背离类型：正/负常规背离，正/负隐藏背离
多种显示选项：完整名称/首字母/不显示指标名称
可配置参数：枢轴点周期、数据源、最大检查柱数等
警报功能：各类背离的独立警报
6. ATR Stop Loss Settings | ATR止损设置
English:
Configurable ATR length (default 13)
4 smoothing methods (RMA/SMA/EMA/WMA)
Adjustable multiplier (default 1.618)
Displays long and short stop loss lines
中文:
可配置ATR长度(默认13)
4种平滑方法(RMA/SMA/EMA/WMA)
可调乘数(默认1.618)
显示多头和空头止损线
7. Volume SuperTrend AI Settings | Volume SuperTrend AI设置
English:
AI Prediction:
Configurable neighbors (1-100) and data points (1-100)
Price trend length and prediction trend length settings
SuperTrend Parameters:
Length (default 3)
Factor (default 1.515)
5 MA source options (SMA/EMA/WMA/RMA/VWMA)
Signal Display:
Trend start signals (circle markers)
Trend confirmation signals (triangle markers)
6 Alerts: Various trend start and confirmation signals
中文:
AI预测功能：
可配置邻居数(1-100)和数据点数(1-100)
价格趋势长度和预测趋势长度设置
SuperTrend参数：
长度(默认3)
因子(默认1.515)
5种MA源选择(SMA/EMA/WMA/RMA/VWMA)
信号显示：
趋势开始信号(圆形标记)
趋势确认信号(三角形标记)
6种警报：各类趋势开始和确认信号
Usage Recommendations | 使用建议
English:
Trend Analysis: Use EMA/PMA combinations to determine market trends, with long-period EMAs (e.g., 144/233) as primary trend references
Divergence Trading: Look for potential reversals using price-indicator divergences
Stop Loss Management: Use ATR stop loss lines for risk management
AI Assistance: Volume SuperTrend AI provides machine learning-based trend predictions
Multiple Timeframes: Verify signals across different timeframes
中文:
趋势分析：使用EMA/PMA组合判断市场趋势，长周期EMA(如144/233)作为主要趋势参考
背离交易：结合价格与指标的背离寻找潜在反转点
止损设置：利用ATR止损线管理风险
AI辅助：Volume SuperTrend AI提供基于机器学习的趋势预测
多时间框架：建议在不同时间框架下验证信号
Parameter Configuration Tips | 参数配置技巧
English:
For short-term trading: Focus on 8-55 period EMAs and shorter divergence detection periods
For long-term investing: Use 144-2584 period EMAs with longer detection parameters
In ranging markets: Disable some EMAs, mainly rely on VWAP and divergence indicators
In trending markets: Enable more EMAs and SuperTrend AI
中文:
对于短线交易：可重点关注8-55周期的EMA和较短的背离检测周期
对于长线投资：建议使用144-2584周期的EMA和较长的检测参数
在震荡市：可关闭部分EMA，主要依靠VWAP和背离指标
在趋势市：可启用更多EMA和SuperTrend AI
Update Log | 更新日志
English:
V28 main updates:
Added Volume SuperTrend AI module
Optimized divergence detection algorithm
Added more EMA period options
Improved UI and parameter grouping
中文:
V28版本主要更新：
新增Volume SuperTrend AI模块
优化背离检测算法
增加更多EMA周期选项
改进用户界面和参数分组
Final Note | 最后说明
English: This indicator is suitable for technical traders with some experience. We recommend practicing with demo trading to familiarize yourself with all features before live trading.
中文: 该指标适合有一定经验的技术分析交易者使用，建议先通过模拟交易熟悉各项功能后再应用于实盘。
Advanced ICT Theory - A-ICT📊 Advanced ICT Theory (A-ICT): The Institutional Manipulation Detector
Are you tired of being the liquidity? Stop chasing shadows and start tracking the architects of price movement.
This is not another lagging indicator. This is a complete framework for viewing the market through the lens of institutional traders. Advanced ICT Theory (A-ICT) is an all-in-one, military-grade analysis engine designed to decode the complex language of "Smart Money." It automates the core tenets of Inner Circle Trader (ICT) methodology, moving beyond simple patterns to build a dynamic, real-time narrative of market manipulation, liquidity engineering, and institutional order flow.
AIT provides a living blueprint of the market, identifying high-probability zones, tracking structural shifts, and scoring the quality of setups with a sophisticated, multi-factor algorithm. This is your X-ray into the market's true intentions.
🔬 THE CORE ENGINE: DECODING THE THEORY & FORMULAS
A-ICT is built upon a sophisticated, multi-layered logic system that interprets price action as a story of cause and effect. It does not guess; it confirms. Here is the foundational theory that drives the engine:
1. Market Structure: The Blueprint of Trend
The script first establishes a deep understanding of the market's skeleton through multi-level pivot analysis. It uses ta.pivothigh and ta.pivotlow to identify significant swing points.
Internal Structure (iBOS): Minor swings that show the short-term order flow. A break of internal structure is the first whisper of a potential shift.
External Structure (eBOS): Major swing points that define the primary trend. A confirmed break of external structure is a powerful statement of trend continuation. AIT validates this with optional Volume Confirmation (volume > volumeSMA * 1.2) and Candle Confirmation to ensure the break is driven by institutional force, not just a random spike.
Change of Character (CHoCH): This is the earthquake. A CHoCH occurs when a confirmed eBOS happens against the prevailing trend (e.g., a bearish eBOS in a clear uptrend). A-ICT flags this immediately, as it is the strongest signal that the primary trend is under threat of reversal.
2. Liquidity Engineering: The Fuel of the Market
Institutions don't buy into strength; they buy into weakness. They need liquidity. A-ICT maps these liquidity pools with forensic precision:
Buyside & Sellside Liquidity (BSL/SSL): Using ta.highest and ta.lowest, AIT identifies recent highs and lows where clusters of stop-loss orders (liquidity) are resting. These are institutional targets.
Liquidity Sweeps: This is the "manipulation" part of the detector. AIT has a specific formula to detect a sweep: high > bsl and close < bsl . This signifies that institutions pushed price just high enough to trigger buy-stops before aggressively selling—a classic "stop hunt." This event dramatically increases the quality score of subsequent patterns.
3. The Element Lifecycle: From Potential to Power
This is the revolutionary heart of A-ICT. Zones are not static; they have a lifecycle. AIT tracks this with its dynamic classification engine.
Phase 1: PENDING (Yellow): The script identifies a potential zone of interest based on a specific candle formation (a "displacement"). It is marked as "Pending" because its true nature is unknown. It is a question.
Phase 2: CLASSIFICATION: After the zone is created, AIT watches what happens next. The zone's identity is defined by its actions:
ORDER BLOCK (Blue): The highest-grade element. A zone is classified as an Order Block if it directly causes a Break of Structure (BOS) . This is the footprint of institutions entering the market with enough force to validate the new trend direction.
TRAP ZONE (Orange): A zone is classified as a Trap Zone if it is directly involved in a Liquidity Sweep . This indicates the zone was used to engineer liquidity, setting a "trap" for retail traders before a reversal.
REVERSAL / S&R ZONE (Green): If a zone is not powerful enough to cause a BOS or a major sweep, but still serves as a pivot point, it's classified as a general support/resistance or reversal zone.
4. Market Inefficiencies: Gaps in the Matrix
Fair Value Gaps (FVG): AIT detects FVGs—a 3-bar pattern indicating an imbalance—with a strict formula: low > high (for a bullish FVG) and gapSize > atr14 * 0.5. This ensures only significant, volatile gaps are shown. An FVG co-located with an Order Block is a high-confluence setup.
5. Premium & Discount: The Law of Value
Institutions buy at wholesale (Discount) and sell at retail (Premium). AIT uses a pdLookback to define the current dealing range and divides it into three zones: Premium (sell zone), Discount (buy zone), and Equilibrium. An element's quality score is massively boosted if it aligns with this principle (e.g., a bullish Order Block in a Discount zone).
⚙️ THE CONTROL PANEL: A COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE INPUTS MENU
Every setting is a lever, allowing you to tune the AIT engine to your exact specifications. Master these to unlock the script's full potential.
🎯 A-ICT Detection Engine
Min Displacement Candles: Controls the sensitivity of element detection. How it works: It defines the number of subsequent candles that must be "inside" a large parent candle. Best practice: Use 2-3 for a balanced view on most timeframes. A higher number (4-5) will find only major, more significant zones, ideal for swing trading. A lower number (1) is highly sensitive, suitable for scalping.
Mitigation Method: Defines when a zone is considered "used up" or mitigated. How it works: Cross triggers as soon as price touches the zone's boundary. Close requires a candle to fully close beyond it. Best practice: Cross is more responsive for fast-moving markets. Close is more conservative and helps filter out fake-outs caused by wicks, making it safer for confirmations.
Min Element Size (ATR): A crucial noise filter. How it works: It requires a detected zone to be at least this multiple of the Average True Range (ATR). Best practice: Keep this around 0.5. If you see too many tiny, irrelevant zones, increase this value to 0.8 or 1.0. If you feel the script is missing smaller but valid zones, decrease it to 0.3.
Age Threshold & Pending Timeout: These manage visual clutter. How they work: Age Threshold removes old, mitigated elements after a set number of bars. Pending Timeout removes a "Pending" element if it isn't classified within a certain window. Best practice: The default settings are optimized. If your chart feels cluttered, reduce the Age Threshold. If pending zones disappear too quickly, increase the Pending Timeout.
Min Quality Threshold: Your primary visual filter. How it works: It hides all elements (boxes, lines, labels) that do not meet this minimum quality score (0-100). Best practice: Start with the default 30. To see only A- or B-grade setups, increase this to 60 or 70 for an exceptionally clean, high-probability view.
🏗️ Market Structure
Lookbacks (Internal, External, Major): These define the sensitivity of the trend analysis. How they work: They set the number of bars to the left and right for pivot detection. Best practice: Use smaller values for Internal (e.g., 3) to see minor structure and larger values for External (e.g., 10-15) to map the main trend. For a macro, long-term view, increase the Major Swing Lookback.
Require Volume/Candle Confirmation: Toggles for quality control on BOS/CHoCH signals. Best practice: It is highly recommended to keep these enabled. Disabling them will result in more structure signals, but many will be false alarms. They are your filter against market noise.
... (Continue this detailed breakdown for every single input group: Display Configuration, Zones Style, Levels Appearance, Colors, Dashboards, MTF, Liquidity, Premium/Discount, Sessions, and IPDA).
📊 THE INTELLIGENCE DASHBOARDS: YOUR COMMAND CENTER
The dashboards synthesize all the complex analysis into a simple, actionable intelligence briefing.
Main Dashboard (Bottom Right)
ICT Metrics & Breakdown: This is your statistical overview. Total Elements shows how much structure the script is tracking. High Quality instantly tells you if there are any A/B grade setups nearby. Unmitigated vs. Mitigated shows the balance of fresh opportunities versus resolved price action. The breakdown by Order Blocks, Trap Zones, etc., gives you a quick read on the market's recent character.
Structure & Market Context: This is your core bias. Order Flow tells you the current script-determined trend. Last BOS shows you the most recent structural event. CHoCH Active is a critical warning. HTF Bias shows if you are aligned with the higher timeframe—the checkmark (✓) for alignment is one of the most important confluence factors.
Smart Money Flow: A volume-based sentiment gauge. Net Flow shows the raw buying vs. selling pressure, while the Bias provides an interpretation (e.g., "STRONG BULLISH FLOW").
Key Guide (Large Dashboard only): A built-in legend so you never have to guess. It defines every pattern, structure type, and special level visually.
📖 Narrative Dashboard (Bottom Left)
This is the "story" of the market, updated in real-time. It's designed to build your trading thesis.
Recent Elements Table: A live list of the most recent, high-quality setups. It displays the Type , its Narrative Role (e.g., "Bullish OB caused BOS"), its raw Quality percentage, and its final Trade Score grade. This is your at-a-glance opportunity scanner.
Market Narrative Section: This is the soul of A-ICT. It combines all data points into a human-readable story:
📍 Current Phase: Tells you if you are in a high-volatility Killzone or a consolidation phase like the Asian Range.
🎯 Bias & Alignment: Your primary direction, with a clear indicator of HTF alignment or conflict.
🔗 Events: A causal sequence of recent events, like "💧 Sell-side liquidity swept →
📊 Bullish BOS → 🎯 Active Order Block".
🎯 Next Expectation: The script's logical conclusion. It provides a specific, forward-looking hypothesis, such as "📉 Pullback expected to bullish OB at 1.2345 before continuation up."
🎨 READING THE BATTLEFIELD: A VISUAL INTERPRETATION GUIDE
Every color and line is a piece of information. Learn to read them together to see the full picture.
The Core Zones (Boxes):
Blue Box (Order Block): Highest probability zone for trend continuation. Look for entries here.
Orange Box (Trap Zone): A manipulation footprint. Expect a potential reversal after price interacts with this zone.
Green Box (Reversal/S&R): A standard pivot area. A good reference point but requires more confluence.
Purple Box (FVG): A market imbalance. Acts as a magnet for price. An FVG inside an Order Block is an A+ confluence.
The Structural Lines:
Green/Red Line (eBOS): Confirms the trend direction. A break above the green line is bullish; a break below the red line is bearish.
Thick Orange Line (CHoCH): WARNING. The previous trend is now in question. The market character has changed.
Blue/Red Lines (BSL/SSL): Liquidity targets. Expect price to gravitate towards these lines. A dotted line with a checkmark (✓) means the liquidity has been "swept" or "purged."
How to Synthesize: The magic is in the confluence. A perfect setup might look like this: Price sweeps below a red SSL line , enters a green Discount Zone during the NY Killzone , and forms a blue Order Block which then causes a green eBOS . This sequence, visible at a glance, is the story of a high-probability long setup.
🔧 THE ARCHITECT'S VISION: THE DEVELOPMENT JOURNEY
A-ICT was forged from the frustration of using lagging indicators in a market that is forward-looking. Traditional tools are reactive; they tell you what happened. The vision for A-ICT was to create a proactive engine that could anticipate institutional behavior by understanding their objectives: liquidity and efficiency. The development process was centered on creating a "lifecycle" for price patterns—the idea that a zone's true meaning is only revealed by its consequence. This led to the post-breakout classification system and the narrative-building engine. It's designed not just to show you patterns, but to tell you their story.
⚠️ RISK DISCLAIMER & BEST PRACTICES
Advanced ICT Theory (A-ICT) is a professional-grade analytical tool and does not provide financial advice or direct buy/sell signals. Its analysis is based on historical price action and probabilities. All forms of trading involve substantial risk. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always use this tool as part of a comprehensive trading plan that includes your own analysis and a robust risk management strategy. Do not trade based on this indicator alone.
観の目つよく、見の目よわく
"Kan no me tsuyoku, ken no me yowaku"
— Miyamoto Musashi, The Book of Five Rings
English: "Perceive that which cannot be seen with the eye."
— Dskyz, Trade with insight. Trade with anticipation.
[LeonidasCrypto]EMA with Volatility GlowEMA Volatility Glow - Advanced Moving Average with Dynamic Volatility Visualization
Overview
The EMA Volatility Glow indicator combines dual exponential moving averages with a sophisticated volatility measurement system, enhanced by dynamic visual effects that respond to real-time market conditions.
Technical Components
Volatility Calculation Engine
BB Volatility Curve: Utilizes Bollinger Band width normalized through RSI smoothing
Multi-stage Noise Filtering: 3-layer exponential smoothing algorithm reduces market noise
Rate of Change Analysis: Dual-timeframe RoC calculation (14/11 periods) processed through weighted moving average
Dynamic Normalization: 100-period lookback for relative volatility assessment
Moving Average System
Primary EMA: Default 55-period exponential moving average with volatility-responsive coloring
Secondary EMA: Default 100-period exponential moving average for trend confirmation
Trend Analysis: Real-time bullish/bearish determination based on EMA crossover dynamics
Visual Enhancement Framework
Gradient Band System: Multi-layer volatility bands using Fibonacci ratios (0.236, 0.382, 0.618)
Dynamic Color Mapping: Five-tier color system reflecting volatility intensity levels
Configurable Glow Effects: Customizable transparency and intensity settings
Trend Fill Visualization: Directional bias indication between moving averages
Key Features
Volatility States:
Ultra-Low: Minimal market movement periods
Low: Reduced volatility environments
Medium: Normal market conditions
High: Increased volatility phases
Extreme: Exceptional market stress periods
Customization Options:
Adjustable EMA periods
Configurable glow intensity (1-10 levels)
Variable transparency controls
Toggleable visual components
Customizable gradient band width
Technical Calculations:
ATR-based gradient bands with noise filtering
ChartPrime-inspired multi-layer fill system
Real-time volatility curve computation
Smooth color gradient transitions
Applications
Trend Identification: Dual EMA system for directional bias assessment
Volatility Analysis: Real-time market stress evaluation
Risk Management: Visual volatility cues for position sizing decisions
Market Timing: Enhanced visual feedback for entry/exit consideration
Corys Buy and SellThe Cory’s Buy and Sell indicator is an advanced, all-in-one trading toolkit that combines dynamic trend detection, volatility breakout alerts, and visual EMA strength to help traders confidently identify high-probability buy and sell opportunities.
🔍 Key Features:
Adaptive Supertrend Engine
Powered by a modified Keltner Channel, this trend-following algorithm generates timely BUY 🚀 and SELL 😡 signals based on market momentum and volatility, with adjustable sensitivity and factor settings for full control.
EMA Energy Bands (Optional)
A cascade of 15 EMAs (from 9 to 51 periods) visually maps market energy. Colours shift from green (bullish) to red (bearish), showing short- to medium-term trend strength at a glance.
Trend Catcher Overlay
Highlights major shifts in trend using a fast/slow EMA crossover (10 vs 20 EMA). Bars are coloured to reflect bullish reversals for added confidence.
Pullback Signal Detection
Identifies bullish pullback opportunities when price reclaims key EMA levels after a crossover, marked with a green triangle for entry timing.
Built-in Range Detection System
Automatically highlights price consolidation zones using ATR-based logic. When price breaks above or below the detected range, the zone changes colour (green for breakout up, red for breakdown), helping traders spot breakout opportunities.
Smart Labels & Alerts
Instant BUY/SELL labels on the chart and built-in alert conditions make this indicator suitable for both discretionary and automated trading strategies.
⚙️ Customisable Inputs:
Sensitivity (for trend signals)
EMA Energy toggle
Keltner & ATR Lengths
Range Detection parameters and styling
Best For: Trend traders, breakout traders, and swing traders looking for a clean, powerful overlay that combines momentum, structure, and volatility in one tool.
Buy Sell Magic Rework📌 Purpose
This script is a reworked version of the Parabolic SAR strategy, with an optional ZigZag filter to confirm reversal points.
It helps traders identify potential trend reversals with reduced noise compared to the standard SAR.
🧠 How It Works
1. Parabolic SAR Flip Signals
Buy Signal: Triggered when SAR flips from above price to below price.
Sell Signal: Triggered when SAR flips from below price to above price.
(Default SAR parameters: Start = 0.02, Increment = 0.02, Max = 0.2)
2. ZigZag Filter (Optional)
When Use ZigZag Filter = true:
The script confirms reversals only at significant pivots (swing highs/lows) detected by the ZigZag algorithm over the selected ZigZag Period (default = 14 bars).
Buy Signal: Appears only when a new pivot low is detected.
Sell Signal: Appears only when a new pivot high is detected.
3. Trade-Off
Without ZigZag: More signals, more noise.
With ZigZag: Fewer signals, but stronger confirmation and reduced false entries.
📈 How to Use
Signals appear as green arrows for buy and red arrows for sell.
Works well for:
Trend reversal detection.
Swing trading confirmation.
Filtering entries for other systems.
Recommended Timeframes: 15m, 1h, 4h.
Markets: Forex, Crypto, Stocks.
⚙️ Inputs
ZigZag Period (bars for pivot detection)
SAR Start / Increment / Max (SAR parameters)
Use ZigZag Filter (toggle for confirmation)
⚠️ Disclaimer
This script is for educational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice.
Always test thoroughly before live trading.
Markov Chain Trend ProbabilityA Markov Chain is a mathematical model that predicts future states based on the current state, assuming that the future depends only on the present (not the past). Originally developed by Russian mathematician Andrey Markov, this concept is widely used in:
Finance: Risk modeling, portfolio optimization, credit scoring, algorithmic trading
Weather Forecasting: Predicting sunny/rainy days, temperature patterns, storm tracking
Here's an example of a Markov chain: If the weather is sunny, the probability that will be sunny 30 min later is say 90%. However, if the state changes, i.e. it starts raining, how the probability that will be raining 30 min later is say 70% and only 30% sunny.
Similar concept can be applied to markets price action and trends.
Mathematical Foundation
The core principle follows the Markov Property: P(X_{t+1}|X_t, X_{t-1}, ..., X_0) = P(X_{t+1}|X_t)
Transition Matrix :
-------------Next State
Current----
--------P11 P12
-----P21 P22
Probability Calculations:
P(Up→Up) = Count(Up→Up) / Count(Up states)
P(Down→Down) = Count(Down→Down) / Count(Down states)
Steady-state probability: π = πP (where π is the stationary distribution)
State Definition:
State = UPTREND if (Price_t - Price_{t-n})/ATR > threshold
State = DOWNTREND if (Price_t - Price_{t-n})/ATR < -threshold
How It Works in Trading
This indicator applies Markov Chain theory to market trends by:
Defining States: Classifies market conditions as UPTREND or DOWNTREND based on price movement relative to ATR (Average True Range)
Learning Transitions: Analyzes historical data to calculate probabilities of moving from one state to another
Predicting Probabilities: Estimates the likelihood of future trend continuation or reversal
How to Use
Parameters:
Lookback Period: Number of bars to analyze for trend detection (default: 14)
ATR Threshold: Sensitivity multiplier for state changes (default: 0.5)
Historical Periods: Sample size for probability calculations (default: 33)
Trading Applications:
Trend confirmation for entry/exit decisions
Risk assessment through probability analysis
Market regime identification
Early warning system for potential trend reversals
The indicator works on any timeframe and asset class. Enjoy!
SMT Divergence x outofoptions🔍 SMT Divergence — Advanced Market Correlation Analysis
This was created with and approved by @outofoptions to bring you smaller SMTs based on his original SMT Divergence indicator
SMT Divergence is a sophisticated technical analysis indicator designed to identify high-probability reversal and continuation signals through intelligent correlation analysis between related markets. This powerful tool reveals hidden market dynamics by comparing price action divergences across correlated instruments, providing traders with institutional-level market insight.
🎯 Core Capabilities:
Multi-Market Analysis : Automatically compares your chart with a correlated instrument to identify divergence patterns and market inefficiencies
Smart Liquidity Detection : Advanced algorithms identify key liquidity levels and sweep patterns for enhanced signal accuracy
Dynamic Divergence Mapping : Real-time visualization of bullish and bearish divergences with customizable line styles and colors
Intelligent Signal Validation : Optional candle-based confirmation system to filter high-probability setups from noise
Automated Line Management : Smart removal of invalidated divergences to maintain clean, actionable chart analysis
📊 Professional Features:
The SMT Divergence indicator excels at revealing market structure imbalances that often precede significant price movements. By analyzing the relationship between correlated markets, it identifies when institutional money may be positioned differently than retail sentiment suggests, providing early warning signals for potential reversals.
⚙️ Advanced Customization:
Flexible correlation pair selection for any market combination
Customizable visual styling with multiple line types and color schemes
Adjustable validation criteria for different trading styles
Professional alert system with detailed message customization
Automatic cleanup of broken or invalidated divergences
🎨 Visual Excellence:
Clean, professional line drawing with customizable styling
Dynamic labeling system with size and color options
Real-time divergence tracking and management
Institutional-grade chart presentation
Optimized performance for extended analysis periods
📈 Ideal For:
Swing traders seeking high-probability reversal signals
Multi-market analysts comparing correlated instruments
Institutional-style traders using correlation analysis
Advanced technical analysts studying market structure
Those seeking early warning signals for trend changes
🔔 Smart Alerts:
Comprehensive alert system with customizable messaging allows you to stay informed of new divergences across multiple timeframes and market sessions, ensuring you never miss critical market developments.
💡 Market Intelligence:
SMT Divergence transforms complex inter-market relationships into clear, actionable signals, giving you the same analytical edge used by professional trading institutions to identify market turning points before they become obvious to retail traders.
Educational Tool: This indicator is designed for educational and analytical purposes. Divergence analysis requires understanding of market correlation principles. Always combine with proper risk management and additional analysis methods.
Lorentzian Theory Classifier🧮 Lorentzian Theory Classifier: An Observatory for Market Spacetime
Transcend the flat plane of traditional charting. Enter the curved, dynamic reality of market spacetime. The Lorentzian Theory Classifier (LTC) is not an indicator; it is a computational observatory. It is an instrument engineered to decode the geometry of market behavior, revealing the hidden curvatures and resonant frequencies that precede significant turning points.
We discard the outdated tools of Euclidean simplicity and embrace a more profound truth: financial markets, much like the cosmos described by general relativity, are governed by a fabric that is warped by the mass of participation and the energy of volatility. The LTC is your lens to perceive this fabric, to move beyond predicting lines on a chart and begin reading the very architecture of probability.
The Resonance Manifold: Standard Euclidean models search for historical analogues within a rigid sphere, missing the crucial outliers that define market extremes. The LTC's Lorentzian Resonance engine operates in a curved, non-Euclidean space, allowing it to connect with these "fat-tail" events—the true genesis points of major reversals.
🌌 THE THEORETICAL FRAMEWORK: A new Grand Unified Theory of Market Analysis
The LTC is built upon a revolutionary synthesis of concepts from special relativity, quantum mechanics, and information theory. It reframes market analysis not as a problem of forecasting, but as a problem of state recognition in a non-Euclidean manifold.
1. The Lorentzian Kernel: The Mathematics of Reality
Financial markets are not Gaussian. Their reality is one of "fat tails"—sudden, high-impact events that standard models dismiss as anomalies. The LTC acknowledges this reality by using the mathematically pure and robust Lorentzian kernel as its core engine:
Similarity(x, y) = 1 / (1 + (||x − y||² / γ²))
||x − y||²: The squared distance between the current market state (x) and a historical state (y) in our 8-dimensional feature space.
γ (Gamma): A dynamic bandwidth parameter, our "Lorentz factor," which adapts to market entropy (chaos). In calm markets, gamma is small, demanding precise resonance. In chaotic markets, gamma expands, intelligently seeking broader patterns.
This heavy-tailed function is revolutionary. It correctly assigns profound significance to the rare, extreme events that truly define market structure, while gracefully tuning out the noise of mundane price action. It doesn't just calculate; it understands context.
2. The 8-Dimensional State Vector: The Market's Quantum Fingerprint
To achieve a holistic view, the LTC projects the market onto an 8-dimensional Hilbert space, where each dimension represents a critical "observable":
Momentum & Acceleration (f_rsi, f_roc): The market's velocity and its rate of change.
Cyclical Position (f_stoch, f_cci): The market's location within its recent oscillation cycles.
Energy & Participation (f_vol, f_cor): The force of capital flow and its harmony with price.
Chaos & Uncertainty (f_ent, f_mom): The degree of randomness and the standardized force of price changes.
These are not eight separate indicators. They are entangled properties of a single "market wavefunction." The LTC's genius lies in measuring the geometric distance between these complete quantum states.
3. The k-NN Oracle: A Council of Past Universes
The LTC employs a k-Nearest Neighbors algorithm, but in our curved Lorentzian spacetime. It poses a constant, profound question: " Which moments in history are most geometrically congruent to the present moment across all eight dimensions? "
It then summons a "council" of these historical neighbors. Each neighbor's future outcome (did price ascend or descend?) casts a vote, weighted by its resonant similarity. The result is a probabilistic forecast of stunning clarity:
Prognosis: The final weighted consensus on future direction.
Assurance: The degree of unanimity within the council—a direct measure of the prediction's confidence.
The Funnel of Conviction: The LTC's process is a rigorous distillation of information. Raw, chaotic market data is resolved into a clean 8-dimensional state vector. The Lorentzian Kernel filters these states for resonance, which are then passed to the k-NN Oracle for a vote. Noise is eliminated at each stage, resulting in a single, validated, high-conviction signal.
⚙️ THE COMMAND CONSOLE: A Guide to Calibrating Your Observatory
Mastering the LTC's inputs is to become an architect of your own analytical universe. Each parameter is a dial that tunes the observatory's focus, from galactic structures to subatomic fluctuations. The tooltips in-script—over 6,000 words of documentation—provide immediate reference; this guide provides the philosophy.
A summarized guide to the Core, Signal, Supreme, and Visual controls is included directly in the indicator's code and tooltips. We encourage all users to explore these settings to tune the LTC to their unique analytical style.
🏆 THE SUPREME DASHBOARD: Your Mission Control
The dashboard is not a data table; it is your command interface with market reality. It translates the intricate dance of probabilities and vectors into clear, actionable intelligence.
⚡ ORACLE STATUS
Prognosis: The primary directional vector. Its color, magnitude, and emoji (⚡) reveal the strength and conviction of the Oracle's forward guidance.
Assurance: A real-time gauge of prediction quality, from "LOW" (high uncertainty) to "ELITE" (overwhelming statistical consensus). Interpret this as your core risk metric: trade with conviction when Assurance is ELITE; trade with caution when it is LOW.
🔮 RESONANCE ANALYSIS
Chaos: A direct measurement of market entropy. "LOW CHAOS" signifies a predictable, orderly regime. "HIGH CHAOS" is a warning of randomness and unpredictability, where trend-following logic may fail.
Turbulence: A measure of raw volatility. When the market is "TURBULENT," expect wider price swings and increased risk. Use this metric to adjust stop-loss distances and profit targets dynamically.
🏆 PERFORMANCE & ⚔️ GUARD METRICS
These sections provide illustrative statistics on the script's recent historical behavior. Metrics like Yield Ratio and Guard Index offer a quick heuristic on the prevailing risk-reward environment. Crucially, these are for observational context only and are not a substitute for your own rigorous testing and analysis.
🎨 THE VISUAL MANIFESTATION: Charting the Unseen
The LTC's visuals are designed to transform your chart from a 2D price graph into a 4D informational battlespace.
The Dynamic Aura (Background Color): This is the ambient energy field of the market. A luminous green (Ascend) signifies a bullish resonance field; a deep red (Descend) indicates bearish pressure.
The Assurance Shroud (Blue Bands): A visualization of confidence. When the shroud is wide and expansive , the Oracle's vision is clear and its predictions are robust.
The Prognosis Arc (Curved Line): A geodesic projection of the market's most likely path, based on the current Prognosis.
The Turbulence Cloud (Orange Mist): A visual warning system for market chaos. When this entropic mist expands , it is a clear sign that you are navigating a nebula of high unpredictability.
Oracle Markers (▲▼): The final, validated signals. These are not merely pivot points. They are moments in spacetime where a structural pivot has been confirmed and then ratified by a high-conviction vote from the Lorentzian Oracle. They are the pinnacles of confluence.
The Analyst's Observatory: The LTC transforms your chart into a command center for market analysis, providing a complete, at-a-glance view of market state, risk, and probabilistic trajectory.
🔧 THE ARCHITECT'S VISION: From a Blank Slate to a New Cosmos
The LTC was not assembled; it was derived. It began not with code, but with first principles, asking: "If we were to build an instrument to measure the market today, unbound by the technical dogmas of the 20th century, what would it look like?" The answer was clear: it must be multi-dimensional, it must be adaptive, and it must be built on a mathematical framework that respects the "fat-tailed" nature of reality.
The decision to use a pure Lorentzian kernel was non-negotiable. It represented a commitment to intellectual honesty over computational ease. The development of the Supreme Dashboard was driven by the philosophy of the "glass cockpit"—a belief that a trader's greatest asset is not a black box signal, but a transparent and intuitive flow of high-quality information. This script is the result of that unwavering vision: to create not just another indicator, but a new lens through which to perceive the market.
⚠️ RISK DISCLOSURE & PHILOSOPHY OF USE
The Lorentzian Theory Classifier is an instrument of profound analytical power, intended for the serious, discerning trader. It does not generate infallible signals. It generates high-probability, data-driven hypotheses based on a rigorous and transparent methodology. All trading involves substantial risk, and the future is fundamentally unknowable. Past performance, whether real or simulated, is no guarantee of future results. Use this tool to augment your own skill, to confirm your own analysis, and to manage your own risk within a well-defined trading plan.
"The effort to understand the universe is one of the very few things that lifts human life a little above the level of farce, and gives it some of the grace of tragedy."
— Steven Weinberg, Nobel Laureate in Physics
Trade with rigor. Trade with perspective. Trade with enlightenment. Trade with insight. Trade with anticipation.
— Dskyz, for DAFE Trading Systems
[Pandora] Laguerre Ultimate Explorations MulticatorIt's time to begin demonstrations differentiating the difference between known and actual feasibility beyond imagination... Welcome to my algorithmic twilight zone .
INTRODUCTION:
Hot off my press, I present this Laguerre multicator employing PSv6.0, originally formulated by John Ehlers for TASC - July 2025 Traders Tips. Basically I transcended Ehlers' notions of transversal filtration with an overhaul of his Laguerre design with my "what if" Pandora notions included. Striving beyond John Ehlers' original intended design. This action packed indicator is a radically revamped version of his original filter using novel techniques. My aim was to explore whether providing even more enhanced responsiveness and lesser lag is possible and how. Presented here is my mind warping results to witness.
EHLERS' LAGUERRE EXPLAINED:
First and foremost, the concept of Ehlers' Laguerre-izing method deserves a comprehensive deep dive. Ehlers' Laguerre filter design, as it functions originally, begins with his Ultimate Smoother (US) followed by a gang of four LERP (jargon for Linear intERPolation) filters. Following a myriad of cascading LERPs is a window-like FIR filter tapped into the LERP delay values to provide extra smoothness via the output.
On a side note, damping factor controlled LERP filters resemble EMAs indeed, but aren't exactly "periodic" filters that would have a period/length parameter and their subsequent calculations. I won't go into fine-grained relationship details, but EMA and LERP are indeed related in approach, being cousins of similar pedigree.
EXAMINING LAGUERRE:
I focused firstly on US initialization obstacles at Pine's bar_index==0 with nz() in abundance. The next primary notion of intrigue I mostly wondered about was, why are there four LERP elements instead of fewer or more. Why not three or why not two LERPs, etc... 1-4-6-4-1, I remember seeing those coefficients before in high pass filters.
Gathering my thoughts from that highpass knowledge base, I devised other tapped configuration modes to inspect their behavior out of curiosity. Eureka! There is actually more to Laguerre than Ehlers' mind provided, now that I had formulated additional modes. Each mode exhibits it's own lag/smoothness characteristics better than the quad LERPed version. I narrowed it down to a total of 5 modes for exploration. Mode 0 is just the raw US by itself.
ANALYZING FILTER BEHAVIORS:
Which option might be possibly superior, and how may I determine that? Fortunately, I have a custom-built analyzer allowing me to thoroughly examine transient responses across multiple periodicities simultaneously, providing remarkable visual insights.
While Ehlers has meagerly touched upon presenting general frequency responses in his books, I have excelled far beyond that. This robust filter analysis capability enables me to observe finer aspects hidden to others, ultimately leading to the deprecation of numerous existing filters. Not only this, but inventing entirely new species of filtration whether lowpass, highpass, or bandpass is already possible with a thorough comprehensive evaluation.
Revealing what's quirky with each filter and having the ability to discover what filters may be lacking in performance, is one of it's implications. I'm just going to explain this: For example US has a little too much overshoot to my liking, along with nonconformant cutoff frequency compliance with the period parameter. Perhaps Ehlers should inspect US coefficients a bit closer... I hope stating this is not received in an ill manner, as it's not my intention here.
What this technically eludes to is that UltimateSmoother can be further improved, analogous to my Laguerre alterations described above. I will also state Laguerre can indeed be reformulated to an even greater extent concerning group delay, from what I have already discussed. Another exciting time though... More investigative research is warranted.
LAGUERRE CONCLUSIONS:
After analyzing Laguerre's frequency compliance, transient responses, amplitudes, lag, symmetry across periodicities, noise rejection, and smoothness... I favor mode 3 for a multitude of reasons over the mode 4 configuration, but mostly superb smoothing with less lag, AND I also appreciated mode 1 & 2 for it's lower lag performance options.
Each mode and lag (phase shift) damping value has it's own unique characteristics at extremes, yet they demonstrate additional finesse in it's new hybrid form without adding too much more complexity. This multicator has a bunch of Laguerre filters in the overlay chart over many periodicities so you can easily witness it's differing periodic symmetries on an input signal while adjusting lag and mode.
LAGUERRE OSCILLATOR:
The oscillator is integrated into the laguerreMulti() function for the intention of posterity only. I performed no evaluation on it, only providing the code in Pine. That wasn't part of my intended exploration adventure, as I'm more TREND oriented for the time being, focusing my efforts there.
Market analysis has two primary aspects in my observations, one cyclic while the other is trending dynamics... There's endless oscillators, but my expectations for trend analysis seems a little lesser explored in my opinion, hence my laborious trend endeavors. Ehlers provided both indicator facets this time around, and I hope you find the filtration aspect more intriguing after absorption of this reading.
FUNCTION MODULES EXPLAINED:
The Ultimate Smoother is an advanced IIR lowpass smoothing filter intended to minimize noise in time series data with minimal group delay, similar to a traditional biquad filter. This calculation helps to create a smoother version of the original signal without the distortions of short-term fluctuations and with minimal lag, adjustable by period.
The Modified Laguerre Lowpass Filter (MLLF) enhances the functionality of US by introducing a Laguerre mode parameter along side the lag parameter to refine control over the amount of additional smoothing/lag applied to the signal. By tethering US with this LERPed lag mechanism, MLLF achieves an effective balance between responsiveness and smoothness, allowing for customizable lag adjustments via multiple inputs. This filter ends with selecting from a choice of weighted averages derived from a gang of up to four cascading LERP calculations, resulting with smoother representations of the data.
The Laguerre Oscillator is a momentum-like indicator derived from the output of US and a singular LERPed lowpass filter. It calculates the difference between the US data and Laguerre filter data, normalizing it by the root mean square (RMS). This quasi-normalization technique helps to assess the intensity of the momentum on any timeframe within an expected bound range centered around 0.0. When the Laguerre Oscillator is positive, it suggests that the smoothed data is trending upward, while a negative value indicates a downward trend. Adjustability is controlled with period, lag, Laguerre mode, and RMS period.
Reversal Point Dynamics⇋ Reversal Point Dynamics (RPD)
This is not an indicator; it is a complete system for deconstructing the mechanics of a market reversal. Reversal Point Dynamics (RPD) moves far beyond simplistic pattern recognition, venturing into a deep analysis of the underlying forces that cause trends to exhaust, pause, and turn. It is engineered from the ground up to identify high-probability reversal points by quantifying the confluence of market dynamics in real-time.
Where other tools provide a static signal, RPD delivers a dynamic probability. It understands that a true market turning point is not a single event, but a cascade of failing momentum, structural breakdown, and a shift in market order. RPD's core engine meticulously analyzes each of these dynamic components—the market's underlying state, its velocity and acceleration, its degree of chaos (entropy), and its structural framework. These forces are synthesized into a single, unified Probability Score, offering you an unprecedented, transparent view into the conviction behind every potential reversal.
This is not a "black box" system. It is an open-architecture engine designed to empower the discerning trader. Featuring real-time signal projection, an integrated Fibonacci R2R Target Engine, and a comprehensive dashboard that acts as your Dynamics Control Center , RPD gives you a complete, holistic view of the market's state.
The Theoretical Core: Deconstructing Market Dynamics
RPD's analytical power is born from the intelligent synthesis of multiple, distinct theoretical models. Each pillar of the engine analyzes a different facet of market behavior. The convergence of these analyses—the "Singularity" event referenced in the dashboard—is what generates the final, high-conviction probability score.
1. Pillar One: Quantum State Analysis (QSA)
This is the foundational analysis of the market's current state within its recent context. Instead of treating price as a random walk, QSA quantizes it into a finite number of discrete "states."
Formulaic Concept: The engine establishes a price range using the highest high and lowest low over the Adaptive Analysis Period. This range is then divided into a user-defined number of Analysis Levels. The current price is mapped to one of these states (e.g., in a 9-level system, State 0 is the absolute low, and State 8 is the absolute high).
Analytical Edge: This acts as a powerful foundational filter. The engine will only begin searching for reversal signals when the market has reached a statistically stretched, extreme state (e.g., State 0 or 8). The Edge Sensitivity input allows you to control exactly how close to this extreme edge the price must be, ensuring you are trading from points of maximum potential exhaustion.
2. Pillar Two: Price State Roc (PSR) - The Dynamics of Momentum
This pillar analyzes the kinetic forces of the market: its velocity and acceleration. It understands that it’s not just where the price is, but how it got there that matters.
Formulaic Concept: The psr function calculates two derivatives of price.
Velocity: (price - price ). This measures the speed and direction of the current move.
Acceleration: (velocity - velocity ). This measures the rate of change in that speed. A negative acceleration (deceleration) during a strong rally is a critical pre-reversal warning, indicating momentum is fading even as price may be pushing higher.
Analytical Edge: The engine specifically hunts for exhaustion patterns where momentum is clearly decelerating as price reaches an extreme state. This is the mechanical signature of a weakening trend.
3. Pillar Three: Market Entropy Analysis - The Dynamics of Order & Chaos
This is RPD's chaos filter, a concept borrowed from information theory. Entropy measures the degree of randomness or disorder in the market's price action.
Formulaic Concept: The calculateEntropy function analyzes recent price changes. A market moving directionally and smoothly has low entropy (high order). A market chopping back and forth without direction has high entropy (high chaos). The value is normalized between 0 and 1.
Analytical Edge: The most reliable trades occur in low-entropy, ordered environments. RPD uses the Entropy Threshold to disqualify signals that attempt to form in chaotic, unpredictable conditions, providing a powerful shield against whipsaw markets.
4. Pillar Four: The Synthesis Engine & Probability Calculation
This is where all the dynamic forces converge. The final probability score is a weighted calculation that heavily rewards confluence.
Formulaic Concept: The calculateProbability function intelligently assembles the final score:
A Base Score is established from trend strength and entropy.
An Entropy Score adds points for low entropy (order) and subtracts for high entropy (chaos).
A significant Divergence Bonus is awarded for a classic momentum divergence.
RSI & Volume Bonuses are added if momentum oscillators are in extreme territory or a volume spike confirms institutional interest.
MTF & Adaptive Bonuses add further weight for alignment with higher timeframe structure.
Analytical Edge: A signal backed by multiple dynamic forces (e.g., extreme state + decelerating momentum + low entropy + volume spike) will receive an exponentially higher probability score. This is the very essence of analyzing reversal point dynamics.
The Command Center: Mastering the Inputs
Every input is a precise lever of control, allowing you to fine-tune the RPD engine to your exact trading style, market, and timeframe.
🧠 Core Algorithm
Predictive Mode (Early Detection):
What It Is: Enables the engine to search for potential reversals on the current, unclosed bar.
How It Works: Analyzes intra-bar acceleration and state to identify developing exhaustion. These signals are marked with a ' ? ' and are tentative.
How To Use It: Enable for scalping or very aggressive day trading to get the earliest possible indication. Disable for swing trading or a more conservative approach that waits for full bar confirmation.
Live Signal Mode (Current Bar):
What It Is: A highly aggressive mode that plots tentative signals with a ' ! ' on the live bar based on projected price and momentum. These signals repaint intra-bar.
How It Works: Uses a linear regression projection of the close to anticipate a reversal.
How To Use It: For advanced users who use intra-bar dynamics for execution and understand the nature of repainting signals.
Adaptive Analysis Period:
What It Is: The main lookback period for the QSA, PSR, and Entropy calculations. This is the engine's "memory."
How It Works: A shorter period makes the engine highly sensitive to local price swings. A longer period makes it focus only on major, significant market structure.
How To Use It: Scalping (1-5m): 15-25. Day Trading (15m-1H): 25-40. Swing Trading (4H+): 40-60.
Fractal Strength (Bars):
What It Is: Defines the strength of the pivot detection used for confirming reversal events.
How It Works: A value of '2' requires a candle's high/low to be more extreme than the two bars to its left and right.
How To Use It: '2' is a robust standard. Increase to '3' for an even stricter definition of a structural pivot, which will result in fewer signals.
MTF Multiplier:
What It Is: Integrates pivot data from a higher timeframe for confluence.
How It Works: A multiplier of '4' on a 15-minute chart will pull pivot data from the 1-hour chart (15 * 4 = 60m).
How To Use It: Set to a multiple that corresponds to your preferred higher timeframe for contextual analysis.
🎯 Signal Settings
Min Probability %:
What It Is: Your master quality filter. A signal is only plotted if its score exceeds this threshold.
How It Works: Directly filters the output of the final probability calculation.
How To Use It: High-Quality (80-95): For A+ setups only. Balanced (65-75): For day trading. Aggressive (50-60): For scalping.
Min Signal Distance (Bars):
What It Is: A noise filter that prevents signals from clustering in choppy conditions.
How It Works: Enforces a "cooldown" period of N bars after a signal.
How To Use It: Increase in ranging markets to focus on major swings. Decrease on lower timeframes.
Entropy Threshold:
What It Is: Your "chaos shield." Sets the maximum allowable market randomness for a signal.
How It Works: If calculated entropy is above this value, the signal is invalidated.
How To Use It: Lower values (0.1-0.5): Extremely strict. Higher values (0.7-1.0): More lenient. 0.85 is a good balance.
Adaptive Entropy & Aggressive Mode:
What It Is: Toggles for dynamically adjusting the engine's core parameters.
How It Works: Adaptive Entropy can slightly lower the required probability in strong trends. Aggressive Mode uses more lenient settings across the board.
How To Use It: Keep Adaptive on. Use Aggressive Mode sparingly, primarily for scalping highly volatile assets.
📊 State Analysis
Analysis Levels:
What It Is: The number of discrete "states" for the QSA.
How It Works: More levels create a finer-grained analysis of price location.
How To Use It: 6-7 levels are ideal. Increasing to 9 can provide more precision on very volatile assets.
Edge Sensitivity:
What It Is: Defines how close to the absolute top/bottom of the range price must be.
How It Works: '0' means price must be in the absolute highest/lowest state. '3' allows a signal within the top/bottom 3 states.
How To Use It: '3' provides a good balance. Lower it to '1' or '0' if you only want to trade extreme exhaustion.
The Dashboard: Your Dynamics Control Center
The dashboard provides a transparent, real-time view into the engine's brain. Use it to understand the context behind every signal and to gauge the current market environment at a glance.
🎯 UNIFIED PROB SCORE
TOTAL SCORE: The highest probability score (either Peak or Valley) the engine is currently calculating. This is your main at-a-glance conviction metric. The "Singularity" header refers to the event where market dynamics align—the event RPD is built to detect.
Quality: A human-readable interpretation of the Total Score. "EXCEPTIONAL" (🌟) is a rare, A+ confluence event. "STRONG" (💪) is a high-quality, tradable setup.
📊 ORDER FLOW & COMPONENT ANALYSIS
Volume Spike: Shows if the current volume is significantly higher than average (YES/NO). A 'YES' adds major confirmation.
Peak/Valley Conf: This breaks down the probability score into its directional components, showing you the separate confidence levels for a potential top (Peak) versus a bottom (Valley).
🌌 MARKET STRUCTURE
HTF Trend: Shows the direction of the underlying trend based on a Supertrend calculation.
Entropy: The current market chaos reading. "🔥 LOW" is an ideal, ordered state for trading. "😴 HIGH" is a warning of choppy, unpredictable conditions.
🔮 FIB & R2R ZONE (Large Dashboard)
This section gives you the status of the Fibonacci Target Engine. It shows if an Active Channel (entry zone) or Stop Zone (invalidation zone) is active and displays the precise price levels for the static entry, target, and stop calculated at the time of the signal.
🛡️ FILTERS & PREDICTIVES (Large Dashboard)
This panel provides a status check on all the bonus filters. It shows the current RSI Status, whether a Divergence is present, and if a Live Pending signal is forming.
The Visual Interface: A Symphony of Data
Every visual element is designed for instant, intuitive interpretation of market dynamics.
Signal Markers: These are the primary outputs of the engine.
▼/▲ b: A fully confirmed signal that has passed all filters.
? b: A tentative signal generated in Predictive Mode, indicating developing dynamics.
◈ b: This diamond icon replaces the standard triangle when the signal is confirmed by a strong momentum divergence, highlighting it as a superior setup where dynamics are misaligned with price.
Harmonic Wave: The flowing, colored wave around the price.
What It Represents: The market's "flow dynamic" and volatility.
How to Interpret It: Expanding waves show increasing volatility. The color is tied to the "Quantum Color" in your theme, representing the underlying energy field of the market.
Entropy Particles: The small dots appearing above/below price.
What They Represent: A direct visualization of the "order dynamic."
How to Interpret Them: Their presence signifies a low-entropy, ordered state ideal for trading. Their color indicates the direction of momentum (PSR velocity). Their absence means the market is too chaotic (high entropy).
The Fibonacci Target Engine: The dynamic R2R system appearing post-signal.
Static Fib Levels: Colored horizontal lines representing the market's "structural dynamic."
The Green "Active Channel" Box: Your zone of consideration. An area to manage a potential entry.
Development Philosophy
Reversal Point Dynamics was engineered to answer a fundamental question: can we objectively measure the forces behind a market turn? It is a synthesis of concepts from market microstructure, statistics, and information theory. The objective was never to create a "perfect" system, but to build a robust decision-support tool that provides a measurable, statistical edge by focusing on the principle of confluence.
By demanding that multiple, independent market dynamics align simultaneously, RPD filters out the vast majority of market noise. It is designed for the trader who thinks in terms of probability and risk management, not in terms of certainties. It is a tool to help you discount the obvious and bet on the unexpected alignment of market forces.
"Markets are constantly in a state of uncertainty and flux and money is made by discounting the obvious and betting on the unexpected."
— George Soros
Trade with insight. Trade with anticipation.
— Dskyz, for DAFE Trading Systems
Smart MTF S/R Levels[BullByte]
Smart MTF S/R Levels
Introduction & Motivation
Support and Resistance (S/R) levels are the backbone of technical analysis. However, most traders face two major challenges:
Manual S/R Marking: Drawing S/R levels by hand is time-consuming, subjective, and often inconsistent.
Multi-Timeframe Blind Spots: Key S/R levels from higher or lower timeframes are often missed, leading to surprise reversals or missed opportunities.
Smart MTF S/R Levels was created to solve these problems. It is a fully automated, multi-timeframe, multi-method S/R detection and visualization tool, designed to give traders a complete, objective, and actionable view of the market’s most important price zones.
What Makes This Indicator Unique?
Multi-Timeframe Analysis: Simultaneously analyzes up to three user-selected timeframes, ensuring you never miss a critical S/R level from any timeframe.
Multi-Method Confluence: Integrates several respected S/R detection methods—Swings, Pivots, Fibonacci, Order Blocks, and Volume Profile—into a single, unified system.
Zone Clustering: Automatically merges nearby levels into “zones” to reduce clutter and highlight areas of true market consensus.
Confluence Scoring: Each zone is scored by the number of methods and timeframes in agreement, helping you instantly spot the most significant S/R areas.
Reaction Counting: Tracks how many times price has recently interacted with each zone, providing a real-world measure of its importance.
Customizable Dashboard: A real-time, on-chart table summarizes all key S/R zones, their origins, confluence, and proximity to price.
Smart Alerts: Get notified when price approaches high-confluence zones, so you never miss a critical trading opportunity.
Why Should a Trader Use This?
Objectivity: Removes subjectivity from S/R analysis by using algorithmic detection and clustering.
Efficiency: Saves hours of manual charting and reduces analysis fatigue.
Comprehensiveness: Ensures you are always aware of the most relevant S/R zones, regardless of your trading timeframe.
Actionability: The dashboard and alerts make it easy to act on the most important levels, improving trade timing and risk management.
Adaptability: Works for all asset classes (stocks, forex, crypto, futures) and all trading styles (scalping, swing, position).
The Gap This Indicator Fills
Most S/R indicators focus on a single method or timeframe, leading to incomplete analysis. Manual S/R marking is error-prone and inconsistent. This indicator fills the gap by:
Automating S/R detection across multiple timeframes and methods
Objectively scoring and ranking zones by confluence and reaction
Presenting all this information in a clear, actionable dashboard
How Does It Work? (Technical Logic)
1. Level Detection
For each selected timeframe, the script detects S/R levels using:
SW (Swing High/Low): Recent price pivots where reversals occurred.
Pivot: Classic floor trader pivots (P, S1, R1).
Fib (Fibonacci): Key retracement levels (0.236, 0.382, 0.5, 0.618, 0.786) over the last 50 bars.
Bull OB / Bear OB: Institutional price zones based on bullish/bearish engulfing patterns.
VWAP / POC: Volume Weighted Average Price and Point of Control over the last 50 bars.
2. Level Clustering
Levels within a user-defined % distance are merged into a single “zone.”
Each zone records which methods and timeframes contributed to it.
3. Confluence & Reaction Scoring
Confluence: The number of unique methods/timeframes in agreement for a zone.
Reactions: The number of times price has touched or reversed at the zone in the recent past (user-defined lookback).
4. Filtering & Sorting
Only zones within a user-defined % of the current price are shown (to focus on actionable areas).
Zones can be sorted by confluence, reaction count, or proximity to price.
5. Visualization
Zones: Shaded boxes on the chart (green for support, red for resistance, blue for mixed).
Lines: Mark the exact level of each zone.
Labels: Show level, methods by timeframe (e.g., 15m (3 SW), 30m (1 VWAP)), and (if applicable) Fibonacci ratios.
Dashboard Table: Lists all nearby zones with full details.
6. Alerts
Optional alerts trigger when price approaches a zone with confluence above a user-set threshold.
Inputs & Customization (Explained for All Users)
Show Timeframe 1/2/3: Enable/disable analysis for each timeframe (e.g., 15m, 30m, 1h).
Show Swings/Pivots/Fibonacci/Order Blocks/Volume Profile: Select which S/R methods to include.
Show levels within X% of price: Only display zones near the current price (default: 3%).
How many swing highs/lows to show: Number of recent swings to include (default: 3).
Cluster levels within X%: Merge levels close together into a single zone (default: 0.25%).
Show Top N Zones: Limit the number of zones displayed (default: 8).
Bars to check for reactions: How far back to count price reactions (default: 100).
Sort Zones By: Choose how to rank zones in the dashboard (Confluence, Reactions, Distance).
Alert if Confluence >=: Set the minimum confluence score for alerts (default: 3).
Zone Box Width/Line Length/Label Offset: Control the appearance of zones and labels.
Dashboard Size/Location: Customize the dashboard table.
How to Read the Output
Shaded Boxes: Represent S/R zones. The color indicates type (green = support, red = resistance, blue = mixed).
Lines: Mark the precise level of each zone.
Labels: Show the level, methods by timeframe (e.g., 15m (3 SW), 30m (1 VWAP)), and (if applicable) Fibonacci ratios.
Dashboard Table: Columns include:
Level: Price of the zone
Methods (by TF): Which S/R methods and how many, per timeframe (see abbreviation key below)
Type: Support, Resistance, or Mixed
Confl.: Confluence score (higher = more significant)
React.: Number of recent price reactions
Dist %: Distance from current price (in %)
Abbreviations Used
SW = Swing High/Low (recent price pivots where reversals occurred)
Fib = Fibonacci Level (key retracement levels such as 0.236, 0.382, 0.5, 0.618, 0.786)
VWAP = Volume Weighted Average Price (price level weighted by volume)
POC = Point of Control (price level with the highest traded volume)
Bull OB = Bullish Order Block (institutional support zone from bullish price action)
Bear OB = Bearish Order Block (institutional resistance zone from bearish price action)
Pivot = Pivot Point (classic floor trader pivots: P, S1, R1)
These abbreviations appear in the dashboard and chart labels for clarity.
Example: How to Read the Dashboard and Labels (from the chart above)
Suppose you are trading BTCUSDT on a 15-minute chart. The dashboard at the top right shows several S/R zones, each with a breakdown of which timeframes and methods contributed to their detection:
Resistance zone at 119257.11:
The dashboard shows:
5m (1 SW), 15m (2 SW), 1h (3 SW)
This means the level 119257.11 was identified as a resistance zone by one swing high (SW) on the 5-minute timeframe, two swing highs on the 15-minute timeframe, and three swing highs on the 1-hour timeframe. The confluence score is 6 (total number of method/timeframe hits), and there has been 1 recent price reaction at this level. This suggests 119257.11 is a strong resistance zone, confirmed by multiple swing highs across all selected timeframes.
Mixed zone at 118767.97:
The dashboard shows:
5m (2 SW), 15m (2 SW)
This means the level 118767.97 was identified by two swing points on both the 5-minute and 15-minute timeframes. The confluence score is 4, and there have been 19 recent price reactions at this level, indicating it is a highly reactive zone.
Support zone at 117411.35:
The dashboard shows:
5m (2 SW), 1h (2 SW)
This means the level 117411.35 was identified as a support zone by two swing lows on the 5-minute timeframe and two swing lows on the 1-hour timeframe. The confluence score is 4, and there have been 2 recent price reactions at this level.
Mixed zone at 118291.45:
The dashboard shows:
15m (1 SW, 1 VWAP), 5m (1 VWAP), 1h (1 VWAP)
This means the level 118291.45 was identified by a swing and VWAP on the 15-minute timeframe, and by VWAP on both the 5-minute and 1-hour timeframes. The confluence score is 4, and there have been 12 recent price reactions at this level.
Support zone at 117103.10:
The dashboard shows:
15m (1 SW), 1h (1 SW)
This means the level 117103.10 was identified by a single swing low on both the 15-minute and 1-hour timeframes. The confluence score is 2, and there have been no recent price reactions at this level.
Resistance zone at 117899.33:
The dashboard shows:
5m (1 SW)
This means the level 117899.33 was identified by a single swing high on the 5-minute timeframe. The confluence score is 1, and there have been no recent price reactions at this level.
How to use this:
Zones with higher confluence (more methods and timeframes in agreement) and more recent reactions are generally more significant. For example, the resistance at 119257.11 is much stronger than the resistance at 117899.33, and the mixed zone at 118767.97 has shown the most recent price reactions, making it a key area to watch for potential reversals or breakouts.
Tip:
“SW” stands for Swing High/Low, and “VWAP” stands for Volume Weighted Average Price.
The format 15m (2 SW) means two swing points were detected on the 15-minute timeframe.
Best Practices & Recommendations
Use with Other Tools: This indicator is most powerful when combined with your own price action analysis and risk management.
Adjust Settings: Experiment with timeframes, clustering, and methods to suit your trading style and the asset’s volatility.
Watch for High Confluence: Zones with higher confluence and more reactions are generally more significant.
Limitations
No Future Prediction: The indicator does not predict future price movement; it highlights areas where price is statistically more likely to react.
Not a Standalone System: Should be used as part of a broader trading plan.
Historical Data: Reaction counts are based on historical price action and may not always repeat.
Disclaimer
This indicator is a technical analysis tool and does not constitute financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any asset. Trading involves risk, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Always use proper risk management and consult a financial advisor if needed.
Trend Range Detector (Zeiierman)█ Overview
Trend Range Detector (Zeiierman) is a market structure tool that identifies and tracks periods of price compression by forming adaptive range boxes based on volatility and price movement. When prices remain stable within a defined band, the script dynamically draws a range box; when prices break out of that structure, the box highlights the breakout in real-time.
By combining a volatility-based envelope with a custom weighted centerline, this tool filters out noise and isolates truly stable zones — providing a clean framework for traders who focus on accumulation, distribution, breakout anticipation, and reversion opportunities.
Whether you're range trading, spotting trend consolidations, or looking for volatility contractions before major moves, the Trend Range Detector gives you a mathematically adaptive, visually intuitive structure that maps the heartbeat of the market.
█ How It Works
⚪ Range Formation Engine
The core of this indicator revolves around two conditions:
Distance Filter: The maximum distance between all recent closes and a dynamic centerline must remain within a volatility envelope.
Volatility Envelope: Based on an ATR(2000) multiplied by a user-defined factor to account for broader market volatility trends.
If both conditions are satisfied over the most recent length bars, a range box is drawn to visually anchor the zone.
⚪ Dynamic Breakout Coloring
When price breaks out of the top or bottom of the active range box, the box color shifts in real-time:
Blue Boxes represent areas where price has remained within a defined volatility envelope over a sustained number of bars. These zones reflect stable, low-volatility periods, often associated with consolidation, equilibrium, or market indecision.
Green Boxes for bullish breakouts.
Red Boxes for bearish breakdowns.
This allows traders to visually spot transitions from consolidation to expansion phases without relying on lagging signals.
█ Why Use a Weighted Close Instead of SMA?
A standard Simple Moving Average (SMA) treats all past closes equally, which works well in theory, but not in dynamic, fast-shifting markets. In this script, we replace the traditional SMA with a speed-weighted average that reflects how aggressively the market has moved bar-to-bar.
⚪ Here's why it matters:
Bars with higher momentum (larger price differences between closes) are given more weight.
Slow, sideways candles (typical in noise or low volume) contribute less to the calculated centerline.
This method creates a more accurate snapshot of market behavior, especially during volatile phases. As a result, the indicator adapts to market conditions more effectively, helping traders identify real consolidation zones, not just average lines distorted by flat bars or noise.
█ How to Use
⚪ Range Detection
Boxes form only when price remains consistently close to the speed-weighted mean.
Helps identify sideways zones, consolidations, and low-volatility structures where price is “charging up.”
⚪ Breakout Confirmation
Once price exits the top or bottom boundary, the box immediately highlights the direction of the break.
Use this signal in conjunction with your own momentum, volume, or trend filters for higher-confidence trades.
█ Settings
Minimum Range Length: Number of candles required for a valid range to form.
Range Width Multiplier: Adjusts the envelope around the weighted average using ATR(2000).
Highlight Box Breaks: Enables real-time coloring of breakouts and breakdowns for immediate visual feedback.
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Disclaimer
The content provided in my scripts, indicators, ideas, algorithms, and systems is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice, investment recommendations, or a solicitation to buy or sell any financial instruments. 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.
FVG 9:31–10:00 AM ETFVG 9:31–10:00 AM ET - Script Description
What This Script Does
This indicator finds **Fair Value Gaps (FVGs)** that form during the first 29 minutes of the U.S. stock market (9:31 AM to 10:00 AM Eastern Time). A Fair Value Gap is a price imbalance where there's a gap between candles that often becomes an important support or resistance level.
Key Features:
- **Time Window**: Only looks for FVGs between 9:31-10:00 AM ET (most important opening period)
- **One Per Day**: Finds only the first FVG that forms in this time window each day
- **Visual Display**: Draws a purple box around the gap with a clear "FVG" label
- **Price Tracking**: Monitors when price comes back to test the gap level
- **Alert System**: Sends notifications when price returns to the FVG zone
How FVGs Are Detected:
- **Bullish FVG**: When there's a gap up (low of middle candle is above high of 3rd candle back)
- **Bearish FVG**: When there's a gap down (high of middle candle is below low of 3rd candle back)
The 9:31-10:00 AM window is chosen because this is when institutions and algorithms create their biggest price moves right after market open, making these gaps very reliable.
Customization Options
User Settings
Extend FVG Box (Bars)
- **What it does**: Makes the purple box longer to the right
- **Default**: 0 (box ends right after the gap forms)
- **Options**: Any number from 0 to 100+
- **When to use**:
- Keep at 0 for clean historical view
- Set to 10-20 to track the gap during the current session
- Set higher for longer reference
Code Settings (Can Be Changed)
Time Window
- **Start**: 9:31 AM Eastern Time
- **End**: 10:00 AM Eastern Time
- **Can modify**: Change the hour/minute numbers in the code
Visual Style
- **Color**: Purple with see-through background
- **Label**: Shows "FVG" text in white
- **Can modify**: Change colors and transparency in the code
How to Use:
Setup
Chart Settings
1. Use 1-minute, 5-minute, or 15-minute charts (works best on these timeframes)
2. Apply to liquid markets like ES, NQ, major stocks, or forex pairs
3. Set the "Extend FVG Box" to your preference (start with 0 or 10)
What You'll See
- A purple box appears when an FVG forms during 9:31-10:00 AM
- Box shows the exact price levels of the gap
- "FVG" label appears on the box
- Only one FVG per day will be marked
Trading Strategies
Basic FVG Trading
1. **Wait for Formation**: Let the purple box appear during 9:31-10:00 AM
2. **Watch Price Movement**: See if price moves away from the gap
3. **Enter on Retest**: When price comes back to the purple box area, consider entering
4. **Trade Direction**:
- Bullish FVG = look for long opportunities when price retests
- Bearish FVG = look for short opportunities when price retests
Entry Methods
- **Bounce Play**: Enter when price touches the FVG box and bounces away
- **Break Play**: Enter if price strongly breaks through the FVG box
- **Rejection Play**: Enter opposite direction if price gets rejected at the FVG
Risk Management
Stop Losses
- Place stops just outside the FVG box (a few ticks beyond the gap)
- If trading a bounce, stop goes on opposite side of the gap
- If trading a break, stop goes back inside the gap
Position Sizing
- Start small until you understand how FVGs work in your market
- Bigger gaps = smaller position size (more risk)
- Smaller gaps = can use larger position size
Profit Targets
- Take profits at obvious levels like round numbers, previous highs/lows
- Consider taking half profits at 1:1 risk/reward ratio
- Let some position run if the move is strong
Best Practices
When It Works Best
- High-volume stocks and futures (ES, NQ work great)
- Normal market days without major news during the 9:31-10:00 window
- When there's clear institutional activity in the opening period
When to Be Careful
- Low-volume stocks or markets
- Major economic news releases during the time window
- Market holidays when volume is low
- Very choppy or sideways days
Alert Usage
- The script will alert you when price comes back to test the FVG
- Don't trade the alert blindly - always check the current market situation
- Use the alert as a heads-up to start watching the setup more closely
Tips for Success
- The earlier the FVG forms in the 9:31-10:00 window, often the more significant it is
- FVGs that form with high volume are usually more reliable
- Always consider the overall market direction - don't fight the main trend
- Practice on paper first to understand how FVGs behave in your chosen market
🔗 Works Best With:
✅ Liquidity Levels — Smart Swing Lows: Spot key structural lows that can fuel stop hunts and reversals.
✅ ICT Turtle Soup — Liquidity Reversal: Add a classic reversal pattern to your toolkit to catch fakeouts cleanly.
✅ ICT SMC Liquidity Grabs and OBs- Liquidity Grabs, Order Block Zones, and Fibonacci OTE Levels, allowing traders to identify institutional entry models with clean, rule-based visual signals.
This script is most valuable for day traders who want to catch institutional moves right after market open, but it can also help swing traders identify important intraday levels.
✅ ICT Macro Zones (Grey Box Version)- It tracks real-time highs and lows for each Silver Bullet session.
✅ Weekly Opening Gap (cryptonnnite)
XABCD_HarmonicsLibrary for detecting harmonic patterns using ZigZag pivots or custom swing points. Supports Butterfly, Gartley, Bat, and Crab patterns with automatic Fibonacci ratio validation and optional D-point projection using extremes. Returns detailed PatternResult including structure points and target projection. Ideal for technical analysis, algorithmic detection, or overlay visualizations.
Quantum Dip Hunter | AlphaNattQuantum Dip Hunter | AlphaNatt
🎯 Overview
The Quantum Dip Hunter is an advanced technical indicator designed to identify high-probability buying opportunities when price temporarily dips below dynamic support levels. Unlike simple oversold indicators, this system uses a sophisticated quality scoring algorithm to filter out low-quality dips and highlight only the best entry points.
"Buy the dip" - but only the right dips. Not all dips are created equal.
⚡ Key Features
5 Detection Methods: Choose from Dynamic, Fibonacci, Volatility, Volume Profile, or Hybrid modes
Quality Scoring System: Each dip is scored from 0-100% based on multiple factors
Smart Filtering: Only signals above your quality threshold are displayed
Visual Effects: Glow, Pulse, and Wave animations for the support line
Risk Management: Automatic stop-loss and take-profit calculations
Real-time Statistics: Live dashboard showing current market conditions
📊 How It Works
The indicator calculates a dynamic support line using your selected method
When price dips below this line, it evaluates the dip quality
Quality score is calculated based on: trend alignment (30%), volume (20%), RSI (20%), momentum (15%), and dip depth (15%)
If the score exceeds your minimum threshold, a buy signal arrow appears
Stop-loss and take-profit levels are automatically calculated and displayed
🚀 Detection Methods Explained
Dynamic Support
Adapts to recent price action
Best for: Trending markets
Uses ATR-adjusted lowest points
Fibonacci Support
Based on 61.8% and 78.6% retracement levels
Best for: Pullbacks in strong trends
Automatically switches between fib levels
Volatility Support
Uses Bollinger Band methodology
Best for: Range-bound markets
Adapts to changing volatility
Volume Profile Support
Finds high-volume price levels
Best for: Identifying institutional support
Updates dynamically as volume accumulates
Hybrid Mode
Combines all methods for maximum accuracy
Best for: All market conditions
Takes the most conservative support level
⚙️ Key Settings
Dip Detection Engine
Detection Method: Choose your preferred support calculation
Sensitivity: Higher = more sensitive to price movements (0.5-3.0)
Lookback Period: How far back to analyze (20-200 bars)
Dip Depth %: Minimum dip size to consider (0.5-10%)
Quality Filters
Trend Filter: Only buy dips in uptrends when enabled
Minimum Dip Score: Quality threshold for signals (0-100%)
Trend Strength: Required trend score when filter is on
📈 Trading Strategies
Conservative Approach
Use Dynamic method with Trend Filter ON
Set minimum score to 80%
Risk:Reward ratio of 2:1 or higher
Best for: Swing trading
Aggressive Approach
Use Hybrid method with Trend Filter OFF
Set minimum score to 60%
Risk:Reward ratio of 1:1
Best for: Day trading
Scalping Setup
Use Volatility method
Set sensitivity to 2.0+
Focus on Target 1 only
Best for: Quick trades
🎨 Visual Customization
Color Themes:
Neon: Bright cyan/magenta for dark backgrounds
Ocean: Cool blues and teals
Solar: Warm yellows and oranges
Matrix: Classic green terminal look
Gradient: Smooth color transitions
Line Styles:
Solid: Clean, simple line
Glow: Adds depth with glow effect
Pulse: Animated breathing effect
Wave: Oscillating wave pattern
💡 Pro Tips
Start with the Trend Filter ON to avoid catching falling knives
Higher quality scores (80%+) have better win rates but fewer signals
Use Volume Profile method near major support/resistance levels
Combine with your favorite momentum indicator for confirmation
The pulse animation can help draw attention to key levels
⚠️ Important Notes
This indicator identifies potential entries, not guaranteed profits
Always use proper risk management
Works best on liquid instruments with good volume
Backtest your settings before live trading
Not financial advice - use at your own risk
📊 Statistics Panel
The live statistics panel shows:
Current detection method
Support level value
Trend direction
Distance from support
Current signal status
🤝 Support
Created by AlphaNatt
For questions or suggestions, please comment below!
Happy dip hunting! 🎯
Not financial advice, always do your own research
Apex Edge - RSI Trend LinesThe Apex Edge - RSI Trend Lines indicator is a precision tool that automatically draws real-time trendlines on the RSI oscillator using confirmed pivot highs and lows. These dynamic trendlines track RSI structure in motion, helping you anticipate breakout zones, reversals, and hidden divergences.
Every time a new pivot forms, the indicator automatically re-draws the RSI trendline between the two most recent pivots — giving you an always-current view of momentum structure. You’ll instantly see when RSI begins compressing or expanding, long before price reacts.
Key Features: • Dynamic RSI trendlines drawn from the last 2 pivots
• Auto re-draws in real-time as new pivots form
• Optional "Full Extend" or "Pivot Only" modes
• Slope color-coded: green = support, red = resistance
• Built-in dotted RSI levels (30/70 default)
• Alert conditions for RSI trendline breakout signals
• Ideal for spotting divergence, compression, and early SMC confluence
This is not your average RSI — it’s a fully reactive momentum edge overlay designed to give you clarity, structure, and timing from within the oscillator itself. Perfect for traders using Smart Money Concepts, divergence setups, or algorithmic trend tracking.
⚔️ Built for precision. Built for edge. Built for Apex.
Expansion Triangle [TradingFinder] MegaPhone Broadening🔵 Introduction
The Expanding Triangle, also known as the Broadening Formation, is one of the key technical analysis patterns that clearly reflects growing market volatility, increasing indecision among participants, and the potential for sharp price explosions.
This pattern is typically defined by a sequence of higher highs and lower lows, forming within two diverging trendlines. Unlike traditional triangles that converge to a breakout point, the expanding triangle pattern becomes wider over time, leaving no precise apex for a breakout to occur.
From a price action perspective, the pattern represents a prolonged tug-of-war between buyers and sellers, where neither side has taken control yet. Each aggressive swing opens the door to new opportunities whether it's a trend reversal, range trading, or a momentum breakout. This dual nature makes the pattern highly versatile across market conditions, from exhausted trend ends to volatile consolidation zones.
The custom-built indicator for this pattern uses a combination of smart algorithms and detailed analysis of swing dynamics to automatically detect expanding triangles and highlight low-risk entry points.
Traders can use this tool to capitalize on high-probability setups from shorting near the upper edge of the structure with confirmation, to trading bearish breakouts during trend continuations, or entering long positions near the lower boundary during bullish reversals. The chart examples included in this article demonstrate these three highly practical trading scenarios in live market conditions.
A major advantage of this indicator lies in its structural filtering engine, which analyzes the behavior of each price leg in the triangle. With four adjustable filter levels from Very Aggressive, which highlights all potential patterns, to Very Defensive, which only triggers when price actually touches the triangle's trendlines the indicator ensures that only structurally sound and verified setups appear on the chart, reducing noise and false signals significantly.
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🔵 How to Use
The pattern typically forms in conditions of heightened uncertainty and volatility, where price swings generate a series of higher highs and lower lows. The expanding triangle consists of three key legs bounded by diverging trendlines. The indicator intelligently analyzes each leg's direction and angle to determine whether a valid pattern is forming.
At the core of the indicator’s logic is its leg filtering system, which controls the quality of the pattern and filters out weak or noisy setups. Four structural filter modes are available to suit different trading styles and risk preferences. In Very Aggressive mode, filters are disabled, and the indicator detects any pattern purely based on the sequence of swing points.
This mode is ideal for traders who want to see everything and apply their own discretion.
In Aggressive mode, the indicator checks whether each new leg extends no more than twice the length of the previous one. If a leg overshoots excessively, the structure is invalidated.
In Defensive mode, the filter enforces a minimum movement requirement each leg must move at least 2% of the previous one. This prevents the formation of shallow, weak patterns that visually resemble triangles but lack substance.
The strictest setting, Very Defensive, combines all previous filters and additionally requires the price to physically touch the triangle’s trendlines before issuing a signal. This ensures that setups only appear when real market interaction with key structural levels has occurred, not based on assumptions or geometry alone. This mode is ideal for traders seeking maximum precision and minimal risk.
🟣 Bullish Setup
A bullish setup within the Expanding Triangle pattern occurs when price revisits the lower support boundary after a series of broad swings typically near the third leg of the formation. This area often represents a shift in momentum, where sellers begin to lose strength and buyers prepare to take control.
Ideally, the setup is accompanied by a bullish reversal candle (e.g. doji, pin bar, or engulfing) near the lower trendline. If the Very Defensive filter is active, the indicator will only issue a signal if price makes a confirmed touch on the trendline and reacts from that level. This significantly improves signal accuracy and filters out premature entries.
After confirmation, traders may choose to enter a long position on the bullish candle or shortly afterward. A logical stop-loss is placed just below the recent swing low within the pattern. The target can be set at or near the upper trendline, or projected using the full height of the triangle added to the breakout point. On higher timeframes, this reversal often marks the beginning of a strong uptrend.
🟣 Bearish Setup
A bearish setup forms when price climbs toward the upper resistance trendline, usually as the third leg completes. This is where buyers often begin to show exhaustion, and sellers step in with strength providing an ideal low-risk entry point for short positions.
As with the bullish setup, if the Candle Confirmation filter is enabled, the indicator will only show a signal when a bearish reversal candle forms at the point of contact. If Defensive or Very Defensive filters are also active, the setup must meet strict criteria of proportionate leg movement and an actual trendline touch to qualify.
Once confirmed, traders can enter on the reversal candle, placing a stop-loss slightly above the recent high. The target can be set at the lower trendline or calculated based on the triangle's full height, projected downward. This setup is particularly useful at the end of weak bullish trends or in volatile market tops.
🔵 Settings
🟣 Logic Settings
Pivot Period : Defines how many bars are analyzed to identify swing highs and lows. Higher values detect larger, slower structures, while lower values respond to faster patterns. The default value of 13 offers a balanced sensitivity.
Pattern Filter :
Very Aggressive : Detects all patterns based on point sequence with no structural checks.
Aggressive : Ensures each leg is no more than 2x the size of the previous one.
Defensive : Requires each leg to be at least 2% the size of the previous leg.
Very Defensive : The strictest level; only confirms patterns when price touches trendlines.
Candle Confirmation : When enabled, the indicator requires a valid confirmation candle (doji, pin bar, engulfing) at the interaction point with the trendline before issuing a signal. This reduces false entries and improves entry precision.
🟣 Alert Settings
Alert : Enables alerts for SSS.
Message Frequency : Determines the frequency of alerts. Options include 'All' (every function call), 'Once Per Bar' (first call within the bar), and 'Once Per Bar Close' (final script execution of the real-time bar). Default is 'Once per Bar'.
Show Alert Time by Time Zone : Configures the time zone for alert messages. Default is 'UTC'.
🔵 Conclusion
The Expanding Triangle pattern, with its wide structure and volatility-driven nature, represents chaos but also opportunity. For traders who can read its behavior, it provides some of the most powerful setups for reversals, breakouts, and range-based trades. While the pattern may seem messy at first glance, it is built on clear logic and when properly detected, it offers high-probability opportunities.
This indicator doesn’t just draw expanding triangles it intelligently evaluates their structural quality, validates price interaction through candle confirmation, and allows the trader to fine-tune the detection logic through adjustable filter levels. Whether you’re a reversal trader looking for a turning point, or a breakout trader hunting momentum, this tool adapts to your strategy.
In volatile or uncertain markets, where fakeouts and sudden shifts are common, this indicator can become a cornerstone of your trading system helping you turn volatility into structured, high-quality opportunities.
