Dominant Range Candle Counter

📊 Dominant Range Candle Indicator

🎯 Purpose
The Dominant Range Candle indicator is designed to help traders analyze candle behavior within a specific time range (default: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM EST). By counting and categorizing candles during this period, traders can quickly identify market sentiment, momentum, and potential choppiness before making trading decisions.

💡 Why Dominant Candles Matter
Understanding which candle type dominates a specific range provides valuable insight into market direction and strength:
- 🟢 More bullish candles = Upward pressure and buying interest
- 🔴 More bearish candles = Downward pressure and selling interest
- ⚖️ Equal distribution = Market indecision and potential reversal zone

This information is especially useful during opening ranges, as the dominant candle direction often sets the tone for the rest of the trading session.

⚠️ Choppy Market Indicators

🌊 High Wick Count Signal
When the number of candles with wicks on both sides exceeds 50% of the total candle count, this possibly indicates a choppy market. These double-wicked candles show price rejection in both directions, suggesting:
- Increased volatility
- Lack of clear direction
- Potential whipsaw conditions
- Difficulty finding support/resistance

⚖️ Equal Bullish/Bearish Count Signal
When bullish and bearish candle counts are approximately equal, this also indicates choppy or indecisive market conditions. This balance suggests:
- Neither buyers nor sellers have control
- Range-bound price action likely
- Low probability directional setups
- Wait for clearer signals before entering trades

✅ Identifying the Dominant Candle
The dominant candle type is determined by whichever has MORE candles during the measured range:
- 🟢 Bullish Dominant: More green candles = Bulls in control, consider long bias
- 🔴 Bearish Dominant: More red candles = Bears in control, consider short bias
- 🟡 Neutral/Choppy: Equal counts or high wick percentage = Stay cautious, wait for clarity

⚙️ Features
✓ Customizable time range with timezone support
✓ Real-time candle counting and categorization
✓ Clean table display with color-coded results
✓ "Start" and "End" markers for visual reference
✓ Flexible table positioning

📝 Disclaimer
This indicator is for educational and informational purposes only. It should not be considered financial advice. Trading involves substantial risk of loss and is not suitable for everyone. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always conduct your own research and consult with a qualified financial advisor before making any trading decisions.