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Displacement## Displacement Indicator (Institutional Momentum Filter) This indicator highlights **true price displacement** — candles where price moves with **abnormal force relative to recent volatility**. It is designed to help traders distinguish **real momentum** from normal market noise. Displacement often precedes: - Breaks of structure - Fair Value Gaps (FVGs) - Strong continuation or meaningful pullbacks This tool focuses on **confirmation**, not prediction. --- ### 🔍 How Displacement Is Defined A candle is marked as *displacement* only when **all conditions are met**: • Candle body is larger than a multiple of ATR (volatility-adjusted) • Candle body makes up a high percentage of the full candle (strong close) • Directional conviction (bullish or bearish close) This filters out: - Small or average candles - Wick-heavy indecision - Low-quality breakouts --- ### 🎯 What This Indicator Is Best Used For ✔ Confirming impulsive moves ✔ Validating structure breaks ✔ Anchoring Fair Value Gaps ✔ Filtering low-probability setups ✔ Identifying institutional participation Works best on **M5, M15, and H1**, especially during **London and NY sessions**. --- ### ⚠️ Important Notes • This is **not** a buy/sell signal by itself • Best used with trend, structure, or liquidity context • Not designed for ranging or low-volatility markets Think of this indicator as a **momentum truth filter** — if displacement is missing, conviction is likely missing too. --- ### ⚙️ Inputs Explained • ATR Length – defines normal volatility • ATR Multiplier – how aggressive displacement must be • Minimum Body % – ensures strong candle closes All inputs are adjustable to fit different markets and styles. --- ### 🧠 Philosophy Displacement reflects **commitment**, not anticipation. This tool helps you wait for **proof**, not hope. --- If you want, I can: - Tighten this for **ICT-style language** - Rewrite for **beginner clarity** - Add a **“How I personally use it”** section - Optimize it for **TradingView algorithm visibility** **Tell me which you want changed.**
Pine Script® Indikator
von wilsonne14
Z-Score & StatsThis is an advanced indicator that measures price deviation from its mean using statistical z-scores, combined with multiple analytical features for trading signals. Core Functionality- Z-Score Calculation Engine: The indicator uses a custom standardization function that calculates how many standard deviations the current price is from its rolling mean. Unlike simple moving averages, this provides a normalized view of price extremes. The calculation maintains a sliding window of data points, efficiently updating mean and variance values as new data arrives while removing old data points. This approach handles missing values gracefully and uses sample variance (rather than population variance) for more accurate statistical measurements. Statistical Zones & Visual Framework: The indicator creates a visual representation of statistical probability zones: ±1 Standard Deviation: Encompasses about 68% of normal price behavior (green zone) ±2 Standard Deviations: Covers approximately 95% of price movements (orange zone) ±3 Standard Deviations: Represents 99.7% probability range (red zone) ±3.5 and ±4 Thresholds: Extreme outlier levels that trigger special alerts The z-score line changes color dynamically based on which zone it occupies, making it easy to identify the current market extremity at a glance. Advanced Features: Volume Contraction Analysis The script monitors volume patterns to identify periods of reduced trading activity. It compares current volume against a moving average and flags when volume drops below a specified threshold (default 70%). Volume contraction often precedes significant price moves and is factored into the optimal entry detection system. Momentum-Based Direction Model: Rather than just showing current z-score levels, the indicator projects where the z-score is likely to move based on recent momentum. It calculates the rate of change in the z-score and extrapolates forward for a specified number of bars. This creates a directional arrow that indicates whether conditions are bullish (negative z-score with upward momentum) or bearish (positive z-score with downward momentum). Divergence Detection System: The script automatically identifies four types of divergences between price action and z-score behavior :- Regular Bullish Divergence: Price makes lower lows while z-score makes higher lows, suggesting weakening downward pressure Regular Bearish Divergence: Price makes higher highs while z-score makes lower highs, indicating exhaustion in the uptrend Hidden Bullish Divergence: Price makes higher lows while z-score makes lower lows, confirming trend continuation in an uptrend Hidden Bearish Divergence: Price makes lower highs while z-score makes higher highs, confirming downtrend continuation The system uses pivot detection with configurable lookback periods and distance requirements, then draws connecting lines and labels directly on the chart when divergences occur. Yearly Statistics Tracking: The indicator maintains historical records of maximum z-score deviations over yearly periods (configurable bar count). This provides context by showing whether current extremes are unusual compared to typical annual ranges. The average yearly maximum helps traders understand if the current market is exhibiting normal volatility or exceptional conditions. Mean Reversion Probability: Based on the current z-score magnitude, the indicator calculates and displays the statistical probability that price will revert toward the mean. Higher absolute z-scores indicate stronger mean reversion probabilities, ranging from 38% at ±0.5 standard deviations to 99.7% at ±3 standard deviations. Comprehensive Statistics Table: A customizable on-chart table displays real-time statistics including: Current z-score value with directional indicator Predicted z-score based on momentum Current year's maximum absolute z-score Historical average yearly maximum Mean reversion probability percentage Zone status classification (Normal, Moderate, High, Extreme) Directional bias (Bullish, Bearish, Neutral) Active divergence status Volume contraction status with ratio Optimal setup detection (combining extreme z-scores with volume contraction) Optimal Entry Setup Detection: The most sophisticated feature identifies high-probability trading setups by combining multiple factors. An "Optimal Long" signal triggers when z-score reaches -3.5 or below AND volume is contracted. An "Optimal Short" signal appears when z-score exceeds +3.5 AND volume is contracted. This combination suggests extreme price deviation occurring on low volume, often preceding strong reversals. Alert System: The script includes a unified alert mechanism that triggers when z-score crosses specific thresholds: Crossing above/below ±3.5 standard deviations (extreme levels) Crossing above/below ±4 standard deviations (critical levels) Alerts fire once per bar with confirmation (previous bar must be on opposite side of threshold) to avoid false signals. Practical Application: This indicator is designed for mean reversion traders who seek statistically significant price extremes. The combination of z-score measurement, volume analysis, momentum projection, and divergence detection creates a multi-layered confirmation system. Traders can use extreme z-scores as potential reversal zones, while the direction model and divergence signals help time entries more precisely. The volume contraction filter adds an additional layer of confluence, identifying moments when reduced participation may precede explosive moves back toward the mean. Chart Attached: NSE GMR Airports, EoD 12/12/25 DISCLAIMER: This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not be considered financial, investment, or trading advice.Happy Trading
Pine Script® Indikator
von kingshukghosh71
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Future Ichimoku Cloud - HorizonIchimoku Horizon is an advanced Ichimoku indicator that projects future cloud formations and component lines, giving traders unprecedented visibility into potential support/resistance zones before they form. 1. Future Ichimoku Projections Project Ichimoku components forward in time using simulated price evolution based on rolling Tenkan/Kijun windows Manual forecast periods up to 125 bars (all 4 components) or 500 bars (cloud only) Smart limit management automatically adjusts to TradingView's drawing object limits while maximizing visible projections 2. Preset & Custom Ichimoku Configurations Choose from multiple common Ichimoku presets or fully customize your own 3. Multi-Timeframe Display & Projections Display Ichimoku from higher/lower timeframes directly on your current timeframe chart Automatic scaling adjusts Ichimoku periods correctly across timeframes Intelligent handling of 24/7 markets (crypto/forex) vs traditional session-based markets Built-in detection of problematic timeframe combinations with optional MTF cloud fetching for accuracy Automatic notifications when future projections are unavailable due to MTF constraints 4. Tenkan & Kijun Range Windows Visual range windows that display the exact high/low range used for Tenkan and Kijun calculations Optional High/Low markers placed at the exact bars they occur Optional countdown labels show how many bars remain until the current High/Low expires from the rolling window Range windows scale up and down dynamically to match display timeframe 5. Comprehensive Alert Suite Built-in alerts for all major Ichimoku events: TK crosses, E2E entires, Kumo breakouts, etc. All alerts are cloud-aware and displacement-correct. How It Works The indicator uses the traditional Donchian channel method to calculate Ichimoku components, then extends this logic forward by simulating future price action within the calculation windows (no new highs or lows). This creates a forward-looking projection of where support and resistance zones will form. The range display feature helps traders understand why the lines are where they are by showing the exact high/low points and countdown timers for when these points will expire from the calculation. Who This Indicator Is For: Ichimoku traders who want future-aware context Multi-timeframe analysts seeking correctly aligned clouds Traders who want to understand Tenkan/Kijun mechanics Users who need precision without manual recalculation Notes: Maximum 500 drawing objects limit managed automatically Due to Pinescript/TradingView limitations, future Tenkan/Kijun line width is only modifiable in the source code.
Pine Script® Indikator
von CryptoPl3be
SIDD EMA RSI Supertrend Signal Table🔥 SIDD EMA RSI SuperTrend Multi-Timeframe Signal Table **SIDD EMA RSI SuperTrend Signal Table** is a **clean, powerful multi-timeframe trend confirmation dashboard** designed for traders who want **clarity, confluence, and speed** — all in one glance. This indicator **does NOT repaint** and uses **industry-standard trend logic** combining **EMA structure, RSI momentum, and SuperTrend direction** across **6 different timeframes**. --- ## 🧠 Core Logic Behind the Indicator This script works on **three independent trend engines**, displayed together in a compact table: ### ✅ 1️⃣ EMA Trend (Structure Based) * Uses **EMA 50 vs EMA 200** * **Bullish** → EMA 50 above EMA 200 * **Bearish** → EMA 50 below EMA 200 * Captures **primary market structure** ### ✅ 2️⃣ RSI Trend (Momentum Based) * RSI Length: **14** * **Bullish** → RSI > **55** * **Bearish** → RSI ≤ **55** * Helps confirm **trend strength & momentum** ### ✅ 3️⃣ SuperTrend (Price Action Based) * ATR Length: **10** * Factor: **3.0** * Clearly defines **trend direction & trailing bias** * Excellent for **entry & exit alignment** --- ## ⏱️ Multi-Timeframe Coverage The table analyzes trends across **6 configurable timeframes**: * Intraday → **5m, 15m, 1H** * Swing → **4H, Daily** * Positional → **Weekly** Each timeframe shows: * 📈 EMA Trend * 📊 RSI Trend * 🔁 SuperTrend Direction Color-coded for instant readability: * 🟢 Bullish * 🔴 Bearish * ⚪ Neutral --- ## 🎯 How to Use This Indicator ✔ **Trend Trading** Trade only when **EMA + RSI + SuperTrend align** across higher & lower timeframes. ✔ **Intraday Confirmation** Use higher TF (1H / 4H) bias and take entries on lower TF. ✔ **Avoid Chop & False Signals** If signals are mixed → market is likely **sideways or risky**. ✔ **Swing & Positional Trades** Daily + Weekly alignment gives **high-probability setups**. --- ## ⚙️ Customization Options * Adjustable **timeframes** * Table **position** (Top/Bottom – Left/Right) * Table **size** (Extra Small / Small / Normal) * Custom **colors, borders & text** * Optimized for **minimal chart clutter** --- ## ⚠️ Disclaimer This indicator is a **trend confirmation & decision-support tool**. Always combine with **price action, support/resistance, and proper risk management**.
Pine Script® Indikator
von bullsbearsclub
NY 8:00 8:15 Candle High & LowThis indicator plots the high and low of the New York 8:00–8:15 AM (EST) 15-minute candle and extends those levels horizontally for the rest of the trading day The levels are **anchored to the 15-minute timeframe Designed for **session-based trading, liquidity sweeps, ICT-style models, and NY Open strategies. Lines automatically reset each trading day at the NY open window. Clean, lightweight, and non-repainting. This script is ideal for traders who want consistent, reliable session levels without recalculation or timeframe distortion. Custom versions available If you’d like: - Different sessions (London, Asia, custom hours) - Multiple session ranges - Labels, alerts, or strategy logic - A full strategy version with entries, SL/TP, and risk rules Feel free to reach out — happy to build custom tools to fit your trading model.
Pine Script® Indikator
von wilsonne14
Colored HMA + Color SARThis is a simple yet effective chart setup that I really like and trade with. I use the Heiken Ashi candlesticks so with this I get three conformations in one. If you like it great. I am not a coder but I do know what works for my brain and thought I would share this, thanks to Chat GBT. I use it for entry most of the time on the 5 minute chart New York open. I also like the Orb break and retest by Quant Crawler as my second indicator.
Pine Script® Indikator
von tcrotinger
Futures Risk-Based Position CalculatorFutures Risk‑Based Position Calculator — Description This TradingView indicator automatically calculates and displays Entry, Stop Loss (SL), and Take Profit (TP) levels for futures trades based on a fixed dollar‑risk amount. What it does Uses your account balance, dollar risk, number of contracts, point value, and tick size to compute how far the stop should be from the entry. Determines the take‑profit level using a chosen risk‑to‑reward ratio. Draws three lines on the chart: Entry line Stop loss line Take profit line Places labels next to the SL and TP lines showing prices and point distances. Key features Supports long or short calculation mode. Configurable line styling: Width, style (solid/dashed/dotted), color, opacity. Separate styling for entry, SL, and TP. Configurable label behavior: Optional background. Text color choices. Adjustable vertical offset to avoid overlapping the lines. Lines extend left/right by user‑defined bar amounts. Values are always rounded to the market's tick size. How levels are calculated Entry = current close rounded to tick size. Stop distance (points) = dollarRisk / (contracts × pointValue). SL = entry − distance (long) or entry + distance (short). TP = entry + distance × RR (long) or entry − distance × RR (short). Visual behavior Lines and labels update only on the last bar to avoid clutter. Labels show: SL: price, point distance, and contract count. TP: price and point distance.
Pine Script® Indikator
von DrodzCip
NY LONDON LUNCH AUTO**NY London Lunch Auto** is a precision session-anchor indicator designed for traders who focus on institutional timing and liquidity behavior. This script automatically marks the **high and low of three key 15-minute New York session candles**: • **3:00 AM NY** — London session expansion • **8:00 AM NY** — New York open / kill zone • **2:00 PM NY** — NY lunch / power hour transition Each time one of these candles prints on the **15-minute chart**, the script captures its exact high and low and extends them forward as horizontal levels. The levels remain **locked and unchanged** until the next key session candle appears, ensuring clean, non-repainting reference zones. ### Key Features • Works **exclusively on the 15-minute timeframe** • Automatically updates at **3AM, 8AM, and 2PM NY time** • Levels stay fixed — no drifting or recalculation • Clean, minimal design with customizable colors • Ideal for liquidity sweeps, displacement, and ICT-style execution models This indicator is built for traders who want **clarity, patience, and structure**, not clutter. It pairs seamlessly with liquidity sweep, displacement, and fair value gap strategies.
Pine Script® Indikator
von wilsonne14
Wyckoff Method - Comprehensive Analysis# WYCKOFF METHOD - QUICK REFERENCE CHEAT SHEET ## 🟢 STRONGEST BUY SIGNALS ### 1. SPRING ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - **What:** False breakdown below support on LOW volume - **Look for:** Quick reversal, close above support - **Entry:** When price closes back in range - **Stop:** Below spring low - **Target:** Top of range minimum ### 2. SOS (Sign of Strength) ⭐⭐⭐⭐ - **What:** Breakout above resistance on HIGH volume - **Look for:** Wide spread up bar, strong close - **Entry:** On breakout or wait for LPS pullback - **Stop:** Below range top - **Target:** Height of range projected up ### 3. SHAKEOUT ⭐⭐⭐⭐ - **What:** Sharp move below support with HIGH volume, immediate reversal - **Look for:** Long lower wick, closes strong - **Entry:** When price reclaims support - **Stop:** Below shakeout low - **Target:** Previous resistance --- ## 🔴 STRONGEST SELL SIGNALS ### 1. UTAD (Upthrust After Distribution) ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ - **What:** False breakout above resistance, quick rejection - **Look for:** Spike high, weak close, often high volume - **Entry:** When price closes back in range - **Stop:** Above UTAD high - **Target:** Bottom of range minimum ### 2. SOW (Sign of Weakness) ⭐⭐⭐⭐ - **What:** Breakdown below support on HIGH volume - **Look for:** Wide spread down bar, weak close - **Entry:** On breakdown or wait for LPSY rally - **Stop:** Above range bottom - **Target:** Height of range projected down ### 3. UPTHRUST ⭐⭐⭐⭐ - **What:** Move above resistance on LOW volume, weak close - **Look for:** Long upper wick, closes in lower half - **Entry:** When resistance holds - **Stop:** Above upthrust high - **Target:** Support level --- ## 📊 ACCUMULATION PHASES (Bottom Formation) ``` PHASE A: Stopping the Downtrend ├─ PS (Preliminary Support) - First buying ├─ SC (Selling Climax) - Panic bottom ⚠️ KEY EVENT ├─ AR (Automatic Rally) - Relief bounce └─ ST (Secondary Test) - Retest SC low PHASE B: Building the Cause ├─ Trading range forms ├─ Multiple tests of support ├─ Volume decreasing └─ Absorption occurring PHASE C: The Test ├─ SPRING - False breakdown ⚠️ KEY EVENT └─ TEST - Support holds on low volume PHASE D: Dominance Emerges ├─ SOS - Breakout ⚠️ KEY EVENT ├─ LPS - Last Point of Support (pullback) └─ BU - Backup PHASE E: Markup └─ New uptrend, strong momentum ``` **Background Color:** Blue → Green (getting brighter) **Action:** Buy in Phase C/D, Hold through Phase E --- ## 📊 DISTRIBUTION PHASES (Top Formation) ``` PHASE A: Stopping the Uptrend ├─ PSY (Preliminary Supply) - First selling ├─ BC (Buying Climax) - Euphoric top ⚠️ KEY EVENT ├─ AR (Automatic Reaction) - Sharp drop └─ ST (Secondary Test) - Retest BC high PHASE B: Building the Cause ├─ Trading range forms ├─ Multiple tests of resistance ├─ Demand being absorbed └─ Volume patterns change PHASE C: The Test └─ UTAD - False breakout ⚠️ KEY EVENT PHASE D: Dominance Emerges ├─ SOW - Breakdown ⚠️ KEY EVENT └─ LPSY - Last Point of Supply (rally to exit) PHASE E: Markdown └─ New downtrend, strong selling ``` **Background Color:** Orange → Red (getting darker) **Action:** Sell in Phase C/D, Stay out during Phase E --- ## 💰 VOLUME SPREAD ANALYSIS (VSA) | Signal | Meaning | Color | Implication | |--------|---------|-------|-------------| | **ND** (No Demand) | Up bar, LOW volume | 🟠 Orange | Weakness - uptrend ending | | **NS** (No Supply) | Down bar, LOW volume | 🔵 Blue | Strength - downtrend ending | | **SV** (Stopping Volume) | VERY HIGH volume, narrow spread | 🟣 Purple | Potential reversal | | **UT** (Upthrust) | Above resistance, LOW vol, weak close | 🔴 Red | Sell signal | | **SO** (Shakeout) | Below support, HIGH vol, strong close | 🟢 Green | Buy signal | --- ## 🎯 VOLUME INTERPRETATION | Volume Level | Bar Color | Meaning | |--------------|-----------|---------| | **VERY HIGH** (>2x average) | Dark Green/Red | Climax, potential reversal | | **HIGH** (>1.5x average) | Light Green/Red | Strong interest | | **NORMAL** | Gray | Average trading | | **LOW** (<0.7x average) | Faint Gray | Testing, no interest | --- ## ⚖️ EFFORT vs RESULT | Scenario | Volume | Spread | Meaning | |----------|--------|--------|---------| | **High Effort, Low Result** | HIGH | Narrow | ⚠️ Potential reversal | | **Low Effort, High Result** | LOW | Wide | ⚠️ Trend weakening | | **High Effort, High Result** | HIGH | Wide | ✅ Strong trend | | **Low Effort, Low Result** | LOW | Narrow | 😴 No interest | --- ## 📏 TRADING RULES ### ✅ DO: - ✅ Wait for confirmation before entering - ✅ Trade in direction of higher timeframe - ✅ Use springs and UTAD as primary signals - ✅ Measure trading range for targets - ✅ Place stops outside the range - ✅ Look for volume confirmation - ✅ Check multiple timeframes - ✅ Focus on Phase C and D events ### ❌ DON'T: - ❌ Buy during Phase E Markdown - ❌ Sell during Phase E Markup - ❌ Trade against major trend - ❌ Ignore volume signals - ❌ Enter without clear stop loss - ❌ Trade every signal - ❌ Use on very low timeframes without practice - ❌ Ignore the context --- ## 🎪 COMPOSITE OPERATOR (Smart Money) ### 💰 Green Money Symbol (Bottom) - **Meaning:** Institutions accumulating - **Location:** Demand zones, springs, tests - **Action:** Follow the smart money - buy ### 💰 Red Money Symbol (Top) - **Meaning:** Institutions distributing - **Location:** Supply zones, UTAD, weak rallies - **Action:** Follow the smart money - sell --- ## 📍 SUPPLY & DEMAND ZONES ### 🟢 Demand Zones (Green Boxes) - **Created at:** SC, Spring, Shakeout - **Represents:** Where smart money bought - **Action:** Look for bounces ### 🔴 Supply Zones (Red Boxes) - **Created at:** BC, UTAD, Upthrust - **Represents:** Where smart money sold - **Action:** Look for rejections --- ## 🎯 TARGET CALCULATION ### Measured Move Method ``` 1. Measure trading range height Example: Top at 120, Bottom at 100 = 20 points 2. Add to breakout point (accumulation) Breakout at 120 + 20 = Target: 140 3. Or subtract from breakdown (distribution) Breakdown at 100 - 20 = Target: 80 ``` ### Multiple Targets - **Conservative:** 1x range height (100% probability reached) - **Moderate:** 1.5x range height (70% probability) - **Aggressive:** 2x range height (40% probability) --- ## ⏰ TIMEFRAME GUIDE | Timeframe | Use For | Reliability | Recommended For | |-----------|---------|-------------|-----------------| | **Weekly** | Major trends | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Position traders | | **Daily** | Swing trades | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Most traders | | **4-Hour** | Active swing | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Active traders | | **1-Hour** | Day trading | ⭐⭐⭐ | Experienced only | | **15-Min** | Scalping | ⭐⭐ | Experts only | **Golden Rule:** Always check one timeframe higher for context! --- ## 🚨 ALERT PRIORITY ### 🔔 MUST-HAVE ALERTS 1. Spring 2. UTAD 3. SOS 4. SOW ### 🔔 NICE-TO-HAVE ALERTS 5. Selling Climax (SC) 6. Buying Climax (BC) 7. Smart Money Accumulation 8. Smart Money Distribution ### 🔔 CONFIRMATION ALERTS 9. Phase E Markup 10. Phase E Markdown --- ## 💡 QUICK DECISION TREE ``` Is there a clear trading range? ├─ YES │ ├─ Did price break BELOW support? │ │ ├─ Volume LOW + Quick reversal = SPRING → BUY ✅ │ │ └─ Volume HIGH + Stays down = Breakdown → SELL ⚠️ │ │ │ └─ Did price break ABOVE resistance? │ ├─ Volume LOW + Quick reversal = UTAD → SELL ✅ │ └─ Volume HIGH + Stays up = Breakout → BUY ⚠️ │ └─ NO ├─ Strong uptrend = Wait for re-accumulation └─ Strong downtrend = Wait for re-distribution ``` --- ## 📝 PRE-TRADE CHECKLIST Before entering any trade: - Identified the current Wyckoff phase - Confirmed with volume analysis - Checked higher timeframe trend - Located supply/demand zones - Identified clear entry point - Set stop loss level - Calculated target (risk:reward >1:2) - Verified position size (risk 1-2%) - Have at least 2 confirming signals - Not trading against major trend --- ## 🧠 REMEMBER **The Three Laws:** 1. **Supply & Demand** - Price is determined by imbalance 2. **Cause & Effect** - Range size predicts move size 3. **Effort & Result** - Volume should confirm price movement **The Key Principle:** > "Trade with the Composite Operator (smart money), not against them" **Best Setups:** 1. Spring in accumulation (Phase C) 2. UTAD in distribution (Phase C) 3. SOS breakout (Phase D) 4. SOW breakdown (Phase D) **When in Doubt:** - ❓ Stay out - 📈 Use higher timeframe - 📚 Review the documentation - 🎯 Wait for clearer signal --- ## 📱 INDICATOR SETTINGS QUICK SETUP **For Stocks/Crypto (Good Volume Data):** - Volume MA Length: 20 - High Volume Multiplier: 1.5 - Climax Volume: 2.0 - Swing Length: 5 **For Forex (Limited Volume Data):** - Volume MA Length: 20 - High Volume Multiplier: 1.3 - Climax Volume: 1.8 - Swing Length: 7 - Turn OFF "Volume Confirmation" **For Day Trading:** - Swing Length: 3 - All other settings: Default **For Position Trading:** - Swing Length: 7-10 - Volume MA Length: 30 - Use Daily/Weekly charts --- ## 🎓 SKILL PROGRESSION ### Beginner (Month 1-2) - Focus on: SC, Spring, SOS - Timeframe: Daily only - Goal: Identify phases correctly ### Intermediate (Month 3-6) - Add: All accumulation events - Timeframe: Daily + 4H - Goal: Trade springs profitably ### Advanced (Month 6-12) - Add: Distribution events, VSA - Timeframe: Multiple timeframes - Goal: Trade complete cycles ### Expert (Year 2+) - Master: All events, all timeframes - Combine: With other methodologies - Goal: Consistent profitability --- **Print this sheet and keep it next to your trading desk!** *Remember: Quality over quantity. Wait for the best setups.* # Wyckoff Method - Comprehensive Analysis Indicator ## Complete Implementation Guide for TradingView Pine Script --- ## TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. (#overview) 2. (#installation) 3. (#theory) 4. (#components) 5. (#signals) 6. (#strategies) 7. (#settings) 8. (#alerts) 9. (#patterns) 10. (#troubleshooting) --- ## OVERVIEW This indicator implements Richard Wyckoff's complete trading methodology, including: - **All 5 Phases** of Accumulation and Distribution - **18+ Wyckoff Events** (PS, SC, AR, ST, Spring, SOS, LPS, BC, UTAD, SOW, etc.) - **Volume Spread Analysis (VSA)** principles - **Supply & Demand Zone** detection - **Composite Operator** logic (Smart Money tracking) - **Effort vs Result** analysis - **Three Wyckoff Laws**: Supply/Demand, Cause/Effect, Effort/Result --- ## INSTALLATION ### Step 1: Copy the Code 1. Open the `wyckoff_comprehensive.pine` file 2. Select all code (Ctrl+A / Cmd+A) 3. Copy to clipboard (Ctrl+C / Cmd+C) ### Step 2: Add to TradingView 1. Go to TradingView.com 2. Open any chart 3. Click "Pine Editor" at the bottom of the screen 4. Click "New" or "Open" 5. Paste the entire code 6. Click "Save" and give it a name 7. Click "Add to Chart" ### Step 3: Verify Installation You should see: - Labels on the chart (PS, SC, Spring, SOS, etc.) - Background colors indicating phases - Volume analysis in the lower pane - A table in the top-right corner showing current phase --- ## WYCKOFF METHOD THEORY ### The Three Fundamental Laws #### 1. **Law of Supply and Demand** - Price rises when demand exceeds supply - Price falls when supply exceeds demand - The indicator tracks volume vs price movement to identify imbalances #### 2. **Law of Cause and Effect** - A period of accumulation (cause) leads to markup (effect) - A period of distribution (cause) leads to markdown (effect) - Trading ranges build "cause" for future price movement #### 3. **Law of Effort vs Result** - **Effort** = Volume (energy put into the market) - **Result** = Price movement (spread of the bar) - High effort with low result = potential reversal - Low effort with high result = trend weakness ### The Five Phases #### **ACCUMULATION CYCLE** **Phase A: Stopping the Downtrend** - Preliminary Support (PS): First sign of buying - Selling Climax (SC): Panic selling exhaustion - Automatic Rally (AR): Bounce from SC - Secondary Test (ST): Test of SC low on lower volume **Phase B: Building the Cause** - Trading range develops - Supply being absorbed by composite operator - Multiple tests of support and resistance - Volume generally decreases **Phase C: The Test (Spring)** - False breakdown below support - Traps late sellers - Quick reversal on low volume - Last chance to accumulate before markup **Phase D: Dominance Emerges** - Sign of Strength (SOS): Break above resistance - Last Point of Support (LPS): Pullback opportunity - Backup (BU): Final consolidation - Demand clearly exceeds supply **Phase E: Markup** - New uptrend established - Price moves rapidly higher - Phase E can last months/years - Original trading range becomes support #### **DISTRIBUTION CYCLE** **Phase A: Stopping the Uptrend** - Preliminary Supply (PSY): First sign of selling - Buying Climax (BC): Euphoric buying exhaustion - Automatic Reaction (AR): Sharp selloff from BC - Secondary Test (ST): Test of BC high on lower volume **Phase B: Building the Cause** - Trading range at top - Demand being absorbed by composite operator - Multiple tests of support and resistance **Phase C: The Test (UTAD)** - Upthrust After Distribution - False breakout above resistance - Traps late buyers - Quick reversal **Phase D: Dominance Emerges** - Sign of Weakness (SOW): Break below support - Last Point of Supply (LPSY): Rally opportunity to exit - Supply clearly exceeds demand **Phase E: Markdown** - New downtrend established - Price moves rapidly lower - Original trading range becomes resistance --- ## INDICATOR COMPONENTS ### 1. EVENT LABELS #### Accumulation Events (Green labels) - **PS** = Preliminary Support - **SC** = Selling Climax (largest label, most important) - **AR** = Automatic Rally - **ST** = Secondary Test - **SPRING** = Spring (critical buy signal) - **TEST** = Test of support - **SOS** = Sign of Strength (breakout) - **LPS** = Last Point of Support - **BU** = Backup #### Distribution Events (Red labels) - **PSY** = Preliminary Supply - **BC** = Buying Climax (largest label, most important) - **AR** = Automatic Reaction - **ST** = Secondary Test - **UTAD** = Upthrust After Distribution (critical sell signal) - **SOW** = Sign of Weakness - **LPSY** = Last Point of Supply #### VSA Events (Small colored labels) - **ND** (Orange) = No Demand - weakness - **NS** (Blue) = No Supply - strength - **SV** (Purple) = Stopping Volume - **UT** (Red) = Upthrust - weakness - **SO** (Green) = Shakeout - strength #### Composite Operator (💰 symbols) - Green 💰 at bottom = Smart Money Accumulation - Red 💰 at top = Smart Money Distribution ### 2. BACKGROUND COLORS - **Light Blue** = Phase A (Accumulation) - **Light Orange** = Phase A (Distribution) - **Very Light Green** = Phase C (Accumulation Testing) - **Very Light Red** = Phase C (Distribution Testing) - **Light Green** = Phase D (Accumulation Strength) - **Light Red** = Phase D (Distribution Weakness) - **Green** = Phase E (Markup - Bull trend) - **Red** = Phase E (Markdown - Bear trend) ### 3. SUPPLY & DEMAND ZONES - **Green boxes** = Demand zones (where smart money accumulated) - **Red boxes** = Supply zones (where smart money distributed) - Zones extend 20 bars into the future - Price reactions at these zones are significant ### 4. VOLUME PANEL - **Dark Green/Red bars** = Very High Volume (climax) - **Light Green/Red bars** = High Volume - **Gray bars** = Normal Volume - **Faint Gray bars** = Low Volume - **Blue line** = Volume Moving Average ### 5. INFORMATION TABLE (Top Right) Displays real-time analysis: - **Current Phase** (A, B, C, D, or E) - **Status** (description of what's happening) - **Volume** (Very High, High, Normal, Low) - **Spread** (Wide, Normal, Narrow) - **Effort/Result** (Poor, Normal, Good) - **Range** (YES if in trading range) - **Bias** (BULLISH, BEARISH, or NEUTRAL) --- ## HOW TO READ THE SIGNALS ### STRONG BUY SIGNALS (in order of strength) 1. **SPRING** (strongest) - False breakdown below support - Look for: Low volume, quick reversal, close above support - Entry: When price closes back above support level - Stop: Below the spring low 2. **SOS (Sign of Strength)** - Break above trading range resistance - Look for: High volume, wide spread up bar - Entry: On breakout or pullback to LPS - Stop: Below trading range 3. **Shakeout (SO)** - Similar to spring but more violent - Look for: High volume, penetration of support, strong close - Entry: When price reclaims support - Stop: Below shakeout low 4. **LPS (Last Point of Support)** - Pullback after SOS - Look for: Low volume, shallow pullback - Entry: When support holds - Stop: Below LPS 5. **No Supply (NS)** - Down bar on very low volume - Indicates lack of selling pressure - Confirms accumulation phase ### STRONG SELL SIGNALS (in order of strength) 1. **UTAD (Upthrust After Distribution)** (strongest) - False breakout above resistance - Look for: High volume spike, rejection, close below resistance - Entry: When price closes back below resistance - Stop: Above UTAD high 2. **SOW (Sign of Weakness)** - Break below trading range support - Look for: High volume, wide spread down bar - Entry: On breakdown or rally to LPSY - Stop: Above trading range 3. **Upthrust (UT)** - Move above resistance on low volume, weak close - Look for: Low volume, close in lower half of bar - Entry: When resistance becomes resistance again - Stop: Above upthrust high 4. **LPSY (Last Point of Supply)** - Rally after SOW - Look for: Low volume, weak rally - Entry: When rally fails - Stop: Above LPSY 5. **No Demand (ND)** - Up bar on very low volume - Indicates lack of buying pressure - Confirms distribution phase ### NEUTRAL/WARNING SIGNALS - **High Effort, Low Result** = Potential reversal coming - **Stopping Volume** = Trend may be ending - **Absorption** = Large volume with small movement (accumulation/distribution) --- ## TRADING STRATEGY EXAMPLES ### Strategy 1: Accumulation Range Breakout **Setup:** 1. Identify trading range (blue background in Phase B) 2. Wait for Spring or Test (Phase C) 3. Wait for SOS breakout (Phase D) **Entry:** - Option A: Buy on SOS breakout - Option B: Wait for LPS pullback (better risk/reward) **Stop Loss:** - Below the spring low or trading range bottom **Target:** - Measure height of trading range (cause) - Project upward from breakout point (effect) - Minimum target = range height **Example:** ``` Trading Range: 100 to 120 (20 point range) SOS Breakout at: 120 Target: 120 + 20 = 140 minimum ``` ### Strategy 2: Distribution Range Breakdown **Setup:** 1. Identify trading range after uptrend 2. Wait for UTAD (Phase C) 3. Wait for SOW breakdown (Phase D) **Entry:** - Option A: Sell on SOW breakdown - Option B: Wait for LPSY rally (better risk/reward) **Stop Loss:** - Above the UTAD high or trading range top **Target:** - Measure height of trading range - Project downward from breakdown point - Minimum target = range height ### Strategy 3: Spring Trading **Setup:** 1. Strong downtrend followed by range 2. Price breaks below range bottom 3. Volume is LOW on breakdown 4. Price quickly reverses and closes above support **Entry:** - When candle closes above support level - Or on retest of support **Stop Loss:** - Below spring low (usually tight) **Target:** - Top of trading range - Previous swing high **Risk/Reward:** - Typically 1:3 or better ### Strategy 4: Smart Money Tracking **Setup:** 1. Look for 💰 symbols in demand zones 2. Multiple accumulation signals (PS, SC, ST, Test) 3. Volume decreasing during range **Entry:** - At next demand zone test - On SOS breakout **Confirmation:** - Background turning green (Phase D/E) - Table shows "BULLISH" bias ### Strategy 5: VSA Reversal **Setup:** 1. Strong trend in place 2. Stopping Volume (SV) appears at extreme 3. Followed by No Demand (ND) or No Supply (NS) **Entry:** - When trend breaks down/up - On retest of extreme **Example (Bullish):** ``` Downtrend → Stopping Volume → No Supply → Up bar Entry: Buy when price moves above SV bar ``` --- ## SETTINGS & CUSTOMIZATION ### Volume Analysis Settings **Volume MA Length** (default: 20) - Shorter = More sensitive to volume changes - Longer = Smoother, less noise - Recommended: 15-25 for most timeframes **High Volume Multiplier** (default: 1.5) - Threshold for "high volume" - Lower = More signals - Higher = Only extreme volume - Recommended: 1.3-2.0 **Climax Volume Multiplier** (default: 2.0) - Threshold for climax events (SC, BC) - Should be significantly higher than normal - Recommended: 2.0-3.0 ### Phase Detection Settings **Swing Detection Length** (default: 5) - How many bars to look left/right for swing points - Shorter = More swings detected (more noise) - Longer = Fewer swings (cleaner, might miss some) - Recommended: 3-7 **Range Expansion Threshold** (default: 1.5) - Multiplier for "wide spread" bars - Higher = Only very wide bars qualify - Recommended: 1.3-2.0 **Volume Confirmation** (default: ON) - Requires volume confirmation for events - Turn OFF for very low volume instruments - Keep ON for stocks, forex, crypto ### Display Options Toggle on/off: - ✅ **Show Accumulation/Distribution Phases** - Background colors - ✅ **Show Wyckoff Events** - All labeled events - ✅ **Show Volume Spread Analysis** - VSA labels - ✅ **Show Supply/Demand Zones** - Boxes on chart - ✅ **Show Composite Operator Signals** - 💰 symbols ### Color Customization - **Bullish Color** - All accumulation events - **Bearish Color** - All distribution events - **Neutral Color** - Range/neutral signals --- ## ALERT SETUP ### Available Alerts 1. **Selling Climax (SC)** - Potential bottom forming 2. **Spring** - Strong buy signal 3. **Sign of Strength (SOS)** - Bullish breakout 4. **Buying Climax (BC)** - Potential top forming 5. **UTAD** - Strong sell signal 6. **Sign of Weakness (SOW)** - Bearish breakdown 7. **Phase E Markup** - Uptrend confirmed 8. **Phase E Markdown** - Downtrend confirmed 9. **Smart Money Accumulation** - Institutions buying 10. **Smart Money Distribution** - Institutions selling ### How to Set Up Alerts 1. Click the "⏰" icon on TradingView 2. Select "Create Alert" 3. Condition: Choose the indicator and alert type 4. Example: "Wyckoff Method - Spring" 5. Set notification preferences (popup, email, webhook) 6. Click "Create" ### Recommended Alert Strategy **Conservative Trader:** - Spring - SOS - UTAD - SOW **Aggressive Trader:** - Add: SC, BC, Smart Money signals **Long-term Investor:** - Phase E Markup - Phase E Markdown - Smart Money Accumulation --- ## COMMON PATTERNS ### Pattern 1: Classic Accumulation ``` Phase A: Downtrend → PS → SC → AR → ST Phase B: Range building (4-12 weeks typical) Phase C: Spring (false breakdown) Phase D: SOS → LPS → BU Phase E: Markup (new uptrend) ``` **What to do:** - Mark the range boundaries - Wait for spring - Buy on LPS or SOS - Hold through markup ### Pattern 2: Classic Distribution ``` Phase A: Uptrend → PSY → BC → AR → ST Phase B: Range building (topping process) Phase C: UTAD (false breakout) Phase D: SOW → LPSY Phase E: Markdown (new downtrend) ``` **What to do:** - Mark the range boundaries - Wait for UTAD - Sell on LPSY or SOW - Stay out during markdown ### Pattern 3: Re-Accumulation ``` Uptrend → Trading Range → Spring → Uptrend continues ``` - Occurs during existing uptrend - Shorter accumulation period - Often no clear SC (trend is already up) - Spring is the key signal ### Pattern 4: Re-Distribution ``` Downtrend → Trading Range → UTAD → Downtrend continues ``` - Occurs during existing downtrend - Shorter distribution period - Often no clear BC (trend is already down) - UTAD is the key signal ### Pattern 5: Failed Breakout **Bullish Failed Breakout:** ``` Range → Breakdown → Immediate reversal (Spring) ``` - Price breaks support - Volume is LOW - Immediate strong reversal - Very bullish **Bearish Failed Breakout:** ``` Range → Breakout → Immediate reversal (UTAD) ``` - Price breaks resistance - Volume may be high initially - Quick rejection and reversal - Very bearish --- ## TIMEFRAME RECOMMENDATIONS ### Daily Charts (Most Reliable) - Best for swing trading - Clear phases and events - Less noise - Recommended for beginners ### 4-Hour Charts - Good for active swing traders - Faster signals than daily - Still reliable ### 1-Hour Charts - For day traders - More false signals - Need to filter carefully - Use in conjunction with higher timeframe ### 15-Minute / 5-Minute - Only for experienced traders - High noise level - Many false signals - Use daily chart for context **Golden Rule:** Always check higher timeframe first! --- ## MULTI-TIMEFRAME ANALYSIS ### Top-Down Approach (Recommended) 1. **Weekly Chart** - Identify major trend and phase 2. **Daily Chart** - Find current accumulation/distribution 3. **4H Chart** - Identify entry timing 4. **Entry Timeframe** - Execute trade ### Example Analysis: **Weekly:** Phase E Markup (bullish) **Daily:** Phase B Re-accumulation **4-Hour:** Spring detected **Action:** Buy on daily LPS --- ## WYCKOFF + OTHER INDICATORS ### Complementary Tools 1. **Moving Averages** - 20/50 SMA for trend context - Already plotted on indicator 2. **RSI** - Divergences at SC/BC - Confirms overbought/oversold 3. **MACD** - Confirms trend change in Phase D - Divergences support Wyckoff events 4. **Volume Profile** - Identifies value areas - Confirms supply/demand zones 5. **Order Flow / Footprint Charts** - See institutional activity - Confirms smart money signals **Don't Over-Complicate:** - Wyckoff is a complete system - Other indicators are supplementary - When in doubt, trust Wyckoff --- ## TROUBLESHOOTING ### Issue: Too Many Labels **Solution:** - Increase swing length (Settings → 7 or 10) - Increase volume multipliers - Turn off VSA labels if not needed - Focus on major events only (SC, Spring, SOS, BC, UTAD, SOW) ### Issue: Missing Expected Events **Solution:** - Decrease swing length (Settings → 3) - Decrease volume multipliers - Turn OFF volume confirmation - Check timeframe (use daily chart) ### Issue: False Signals **Solution:** - Use higher timeframe - Wait for confirmation - Don't trade against major trend - Look for multiple signal convergence ### Issue: Can't See Background Colors **Solution:** - Check "Show Phases" is enabled - Increase monitor brightness - Colors are subtle by design (not to obscure price) ### Issue: Volume Shows Incorrectly **Solution:** - Ensure volume data is available for your symbol - Some symbols have poor volume data - Forex spot pairs have no real volume - Use futures or stock markets for best results ### Issue: No Trading Range Detected **Solution:** - Market may be trending strongly - Trading range might be too small - Wait for price to consolidate - Not all markets have clear ranges --- ## ADVANCED TIPS ### 1. Count Point & Figure Charts - Wyckoff used P&F to measure "cause" - Width of range × height = minimum move target - Longer accumulation = larger markup ### 2. Watch for Absorption - High volume + narrow spread = someone absorbing - In downtrend = accumulation - In uptrend = distribution ### 3. Multiple Timeframe Springs - Spring on daily + spring on weekly = very strong - Increases probability significantly ### 4. Failed Signals Are Signals Too - Failed spring = weakness, expect lower - Failed UTAD = strength, expect higher ### 5. Context is King - Don't buy during Phase E Markdown - Don't sell during Phase E Markup - Respect the major trend ### 6. Volume Precedes Price - Study volume changes first - Price follows volume - Decreasing volume in range = building energy ### 7. Composite Operator Mindset - Think like institutions - Where would smart money buy/sell? - They need liquidity (retail traders) --- ## RISK MANAGEMENT ### Position Sizing **Conservative:** - Risk 1% per trade - Wider stops at range boundaries **Moderate:** - Risk 1-2% per trade - Stops below spring/above UTAD **Aggressive:** - Risk 2-3% per trade - Tight stops - Higher win rate needed ### Stop Loss Placement **Accumulation:** - Below spring low - Below trading range bottom - Below demand zone **Distribution:** - Above UTAD high - Above trading range top - Above supply zone ### Take Profit Strategy **Method 1: Measured Move** - Range height = minimum target - 2x range height = extended target **Method 2: Fibonacci Extensions** - 1.0 = range height - 1.618 = extended target - 2.618 = maximum target **Method 3: Trail the Stop** - Move stop to breakeven at 1R - Trail under swing lows in markup - Lock in profits progressively --- ## BACKTESTING CHECKLIST Before trading with real money: - Backtest on 50+ historical examples - Record all signals in trading journal - Calculate win rate (aim for >50%) - Calculate average R:R (aim for >1:2) - Test on multiple instruments - Test on multiple timeframes - Test in different market conditions - Verify signal consistency - Practice on demo account - Start small with real money --- ## RECOMMENDED READING ### Books 1. **"Studies in Tape Reading"** - Richard D. Wyckoff 2. **"The Richard D. Wyckoff Method"** - Rubén Villahermosa 3. **"Charting the Stock Market: The Wyckoff Method"** - Jack Hutson 4. **"Master the Markets"** - Tom Williams (VSA) ### Courses 1. Wyckoff Analytics - Official Wyckoff course 2. TradeVSA - Volume Spread Analysis 3. StockCharts - Wyckoff education ### Communities 1. Wyckoff Analytics Forum 2. Reddit r/Wyckoff 3. TradingView Wyckoff ideas section --- ## FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS **Q: Can I use this on crypto?** A: Yes, works well on major cryptocurrencies with good volume. **Q: Does it work on forex?** A: Yes, but use futures volume (like 6E for EUR/USD) for better accuracy. **Q: What's the best timeframe?** A: Daily chart for most traders. 4H for more active trading. **Q: How long does accumulation last?** A: Typically 2-12 weeks. Longer accumulation = bigger markup. **Q: Can I automate this?** A: You can use the alerts, but manual analysis is recommended. **Q: What's the win rate?** A: With proper filtering: 60-70% on major signals (Spring, UTAD, SOS, SOW). **Q: Should I trade every signal?** A: No. Focus on Spring, UTAD, SOS, and SOW in trending markets. **Q: What if I see conflicting signals?** A: Use higher timeframe for context. When in doubt, stay out. **Q: How do I know which phase I'm in?** A: Check the table in top-right corner. Also look at background color. **Q: Can I use this for options trading?** A: Yes, excellent for timing option entries (especially around Spring/UTAD). --- ## FINAL THOUGHTS The Wyckoff Method is: - **A complete trading system** (not just an indicator) - **Based on 100+ years** of market wisdom - **Used by institutions** and professional traders - **Requires practice** and screen time - **Highly effective** when applied correctly **Success Tips:** 1. Start with daily charts 2. Focus on major events (SC, Spring, SOS, BC, UTAD, SOW) 3. Always check higher timeframe context 4. Wait for confirmation before entering 5. Manage risk properly 6. Keep a trading journal 7. Be patient - wait for the best setups **Remember:** - Not every range will have all events - Some phases may be abbreviated - Context and confluence matter most - Practice makes perfect --- ## SUPPORT & UPDATES For questions, improvements, or bug reports: - Check TradingView script comments - Join Wyckoff trading communities - Study historical examples - Practice on demo accounts **Good luck and happy trading!** --- *Disclaimer: This indicator is for educational purposes. Always do your own analysis and risk management. Past performance does not guarantee future results.* # WYCKOFF VISUAL SETUP EXAMPLES ## ACCUMULATION SCHEMATIC #1 (Classic Bottom) ``` Price Chart View: │ PHASE E │ MARKUP │ ╱ │ ╱ ┌─SOS─────┤ ╱ │ │ ╱ ┌───────────┤ ┌LPS │╱ │ PHASE B │ │ │ │ (Cause) └──┴──────┤ ┌AR──┤ │ ┌────┤ │ ┌─Spring │ PHASE D │ └ST──┤ │ │ │ │ │ │ ────SC────────┴─────────┴───────────┴────────── │ PS │ PHASE A │ Downtrend ``` ### PHASE A - Stopping the Downtrend ``` PS: │ High volume down bar ▼ First sign of support ■ Not bottom yet SC: │ VERY HIGH volume ▼ Panic selling exhaustion █ Long lower wick █ This is the low AR: │ Automatic rally ▲ Relief bounce ■ High volume acceptable ST: │ Secondary test ▼ Low volume (KEY!) ■ Tests SC low ``` ### PHASE B - Building the Cause ``` ┌─────────┐ │ ~~~ │ Multiple tests │ ~ ~ │ Volume decreases │~ ~ │ Range gets tighter └─────────┘ Duration: 2-12 weeks typical The longer, the bigger the eventual move ``` ### PHASE C - The Test (SPRING) ``` ║ False breakdown ─────╨───── ▼ Low volume █ Breaks below support ■ █ Quick reversal ▲ Closes ABOVE support CRITICAL: Volume must be LOW Close must be strong Happens quickly (1-3 bars) ``` ### PHASE D - Strength Emerges ``` SOS: ▲ Sign of Strength ────╥──── Break above resistance ║ High volume ║ Wide spread LPS: ▼ Last Point Support ■ Pullback on LOW volume ▲ Great entry point BU: ▲ Backup ■ Final consolidation ▲ Before markup ``` ### PHASE E - Markup ``` ╱ ╱ ╱ Strong uptrend ╱ High momentum ╱ Can last months/years ──╱── ``` --- ## DISTRIBUTION SCHEMATIC #2 (Classic Top) ``` Price Chart View: Uptrend │ PSY │ PHASE A ────BC────────┬─────────┬───────────┬────────── │ │ UTAD │ │ PHASE B │ │ PHASE D ┌AR──┤ ┌LPSY │ │ │ │ │ └───────────┤ │ └──┴──────┐ │╲ └ST──┤ │ │ ╲ │ └───────────┤ ╲ └─SOW─────┤ │ ╲ │ │ ╲ │ PHASE C │ ╲ │ │ PHASE E │ │ MARKDOWN ``` ### PHASE A - Stopping the Uptrend ``` PSY: │ High volume up bar ▲ Preliminary supply ■ Selling starting BC: │ VERY HIGH volume ▲ Buying climax █ Euphoric top █ Long upper wick AR: │ Automatic reaction ▼ Sharp selloff ■ High volume ST: │ Secondary test ▲ Low volume (KEY!) ■ Tests BC high ``` ### PHASE C - The Test (UTAD) ``` ▲ False breakout ────╥──── ║ Breaks ABOVE resistance ║ Often high volume spike ▼ █ Rejection / weak close █ Closes BELOW resistance ▼ CRITICAL: Closes weak Quick rejection Traps buyers ``` ### PHASE D - Weakness Emerges ``` SOW: ▼ Sign of Weakness ────╨──── Break below support ║ High volume ║ Wide spread LPSY: ▲ Last Point Supply ■ Rally on LOW volume ▼ Last chance to exit ``` --- ## VOLUME PATTERNS (Critical to Understanding) ### ACCUMULATION Volume Pattern ``` Volume │ SC █ █ ST ■ ■ Spring ■ ■ ■ SOS LPS ──┴────┴────┴──────█───■────► │ │ │ │ │ │ │ │ │ │ A A C D D Pattern: HIGH → low → low → HIGH → low Key: Volume DECREASES during range INCREASES on breakout ``` ### DISTRIBUTION Volume Pattern ``` Volume │ BC █ █ ST ■ ■ UTAD ■ ■ ■ SOW LPSY ──┴────┴────┴──────█───■────► │ │ │ │ │ │ │ │ │ │ A A C D D Pattern: HIGH → low → varies → HIGH → low Key: Volume MAY increase on UTAD Definitely HIGH on breakdown (SOW) ``` --- ## REAL TRADE SETUPS ### Setup #1: SPRING BUY ``` Entry Conditions: 1. Clear trading range identified 2. Price breaks BELOW support 3. Volume is LOW (critical!) 4. Price reverses QUICKLY 5. Closes ABOVE support level Entry: Next bar or on retest Stop: Below spring low Target: Top of range (minimum) Example: Support: $100 Spring low: $98 (low volume) Close: $101 Entry: $102 Stop: $97.50 Target: $120 (range top) Risk/Reward: 1:4 ``` ### Setup #2: UTAD SELL ``` Entry Conditions: 1. Clear trading range identified (after uptrend) 2. Price breaks ABOVE resistance 3. Often high volume spike 4. Price reverses QUICKLY 5. Closes BELOW resistance level Entry: Next bar or on retest Stop: Above UTAD high Target: Bottom of range (minimum) Example: Resistance: $200 UTAD high: $205 (spike) Close: $198 Entry: $197 Stop: $206 Target: $180 (range bottom) Risk/Reward: 1:2 ``` ### Setup #3: SOS BREAKOUT ``` Entry Conditions: 1. Clear accumulation range 2. Spring already occurred (ideal) 3. Price breaks ABOVE resistance 4. HIGH volume on breakout 5. Wide spread up bar Entry Option A: On breakout ($120) Entry Option B: Wait for LPS pullback ($115) Stop: Below range or LPS Target: Range height projected up Example: Range: $100-$120 (20 points) SOS breakout: $120 Entry A: $120 Stop: $115 Target 1: $140 (100%) Target 2: $150 (150%) ``` --- ## VSA SPECIFIC PATTERNS ### Pattern 1: No Demand (Weakness) ``` ▲ ■ Up bar ■ Low volume ◄── KEY ▲ Small body Context: After uptrend Meaning: Buyers exhausted Action: Prepare to sell ``` ### Pattern 2: No Supply (Strength) ``` ▼ ■ Down bar ■ Low volume ◄── KEY ▼ Small body Context: After downtrend Meaning: Sellers exhausted Action: Prepare to buy ``` ### Pattern 3: Stopping Volume ``` ═ Very high volume █ Narrow spread ◄── KEY ═ Price not moving Context: At extremes Meaning: Absorption Action: Expect reversal ``` --- ## COMMON MISTAKES (What NOT to Do) ### ❌ Mistake 1: Buying Prematurely ``` WRONG: SC ▼ █ ← DON'T BUY HERE CORRECT: Spring ─────╨───── ▼ █ ← BUY HERE ▲ ``` ### ❌ Mistake 2: Ignoring Volume ``` WRONG: "It broke below support, must be spring" ─────╨───── High volume █ This is a BREAKDOWN, not a spring! CORRECT Spring: ─────╨───── LOW volume ✓ ■ Quick reversal ✓ ▲ ``` ### ❌ Mistake 3: Trading Against Trend ``` WRONG: Markdown Phase E ╲ ╲ ← Trying to buy here ╲ ╲ CORRECT: Wait for new accumulation to complete ``` --- ## MULTI-TIMEFRAME EXAMPLE ### Weekly Chart: Phase E Markup (Bullish) ``` ╱ ╱ ╱ Long-term uptrend ╱ ───╱───── ``` ### Daily Chart: Re-Accumulation Phase C ``` ┌─────────┐ │ Spring │ ← We are here │ ▼ │ ─────┴────█────┴───── ▲ ``` ### 4-Hour Chart: Entry Timing ``` Last 48 hours: ─────╨───── Spring occurred █ ▲ ← Enter now ■ ``` **Result:** Triple confirmation across timeframes = High probability trade --- ## PROFIT TARGETS (Visual Guide) ### Method 1: Basic Measured Move ``` Resistance: 120 ┐ ───────── │ │ 20 points │ Support: 100 ┘ ───────── Breakout: 120 Target: 120 + 20 = 140 ╱╱╱ 140 (Target) ╱╱╱ ╱╱╱ ──────◄ 120 (Breakout) │ Range │ 20 │ ──────┘ 100 ``` ### Method 2: Multiple Targets ``` ╱╱╱ 150 (Target 3: 2.5x) - 20% position ╱╱╱ ╱╱╱ 140 (Target 2: 2x) - 30% position ╱╱╱ ─────◄╱ 130 (Target 1: 1x) - 50% position │ 10 │ 120 (Breakout) │ ─────┘ 110 (Support) ``` ### Method 3: Trailing Stop ``` 1. Move stop to breakeven at Target 1 2. Trail stop under swing lows 3. Let winners run ╱╱╱ ╱ ╱╱ ← Trail stop here ╱╱ ╱ ╱ ╱ ← Then here ─────◄──╱ ← Start here (breakeven) ``` --- ## TIMING ENTRIES (Exact Bar Patterns) ### Perfect Spring Entry ``` Bar 1: ▼ Breaks below (Low vol) █ Bar 2: ▲ Reverses (Closes strong) █ ◄─ ENTER HERE Bar 3: ■ Confirms ▲ DON'T WAIT for Bar 3! Enter on Bar 2 close ``` ### Perfect UTAD Entry ``` Bar 1: ▲ Breaks above (Spike vol OK) █ Bar 2: ▼ Reverses (Closes weak) █ ◄─ ENTER HERE Bar 3: ■ Confirms ▼ SHORT on Bar 2 close Don't wait for more confirmation ``` --- ## COMPOSITE OPERATOR PSYCHOLOGY ### What Smart Money Does (Follow Them) **Accumulation:** ``` 1. Create fear (PS, SC) 2. Shake out weak hands (Spring) 3. Absorb supply quietly (Phase B) 4. Test for remaining supply (Test) 5. Mark it up (SOS → Phase E) 💰 They buy LOW when retail panics ``` **Distribution:** ``` 1. Create euphoria (PSY, BC) 2. Trap late buyers (UTAD) 3. Distribute to buyers (Phase B) 4. Test for remaining demand (ST) 5. Mark it down (SOW → Phase E) 💰 They sell HIGH when retail buys ``` ### Where to Look for Smart Money ``` 💰 Buy signals appear at: - Demand zones (green boxes) - Springs and shakeouts - Tests of support - After selling climax 💰 Sell signals appear at: - Supply zones (red boxes) - UTAD and upthrusts - Weak rallies (LPSY) - After buying climax ``` --- ## PRACTICE EXERCISES ### Exercise 1: Identify the Phase Look at any chart and ask: 1. Is there a trading range? (Phase B likely) 2. Did we just stop a trend? (Phase A) 3. Was there a spring/UTAD? (Phase C) 4. Is there a breakout? (Phase D) 5. Is trend running? (Phase E) ### Exercise 2: Volume Analysis For each bar, note: - Volume level (High/Normal/Low) - Spread (Wide/Normal/Narrow) - Effort vs Result (Matching? Diverging?) ### Exercise 3: Find Historical Springs Go back 6 months: - Mark all springs you can find - Note the setup before each - Track what happened after - Calculate win rate --- ## FINAL VISUALIZATION: The Complete Cycle ``` ACCUMULATION → MARKUP → DISTRIBUTION → MARKDOWN → ACCUMULATION... Distribution Accumulation (Top) (Bottom) ┌───────────────┐ ┌───────────────┐ │ BC UTAD │ │ Spring SC │ │ │ │ │ │ │ │ │ ────┴───┴───┴───────┴─╲ ╱────────┴───┴───┴──── ╲ ╱ Markdown ╲ ╱ Markup (Phase E) ╲ ╱ (Phase E) ╲ ╱ ╲ ╱ ╲ ╱ ╲ ╱ V The market cycles endlessly Your job: Identify where you are in the cycle Trade accordingly ``` --- **Remember:** - 📊 Study charts daily - 📝 Journal every setup - 🎯 Wait for the best signals - 💰 Follow smart money - ⏰ Be patient - 🚀 Let winners run **The indicator does the heavy lifting - you make the decisions!**
Pine Script® Indikator
von frankieho_92
Custom ORBIT GSK-VIZAG-AP-INDIA🚀 Custom ORBIT — Opening Range Breakout & Reversal Indicator This indicator automatically calculates and plots the Opening Range (OR) high and low levels for a user-defined session and duration. It is designed to assist intraday traders by providing immediate visual signals for both price breakouts and subsequent reversals from these key levels. The indicator is particularly suitable for markets with defined trading hours, such as the Indian indices (Nifty, Bank Nifty), given its default time settings are based on GMT+5:30. ⚙️ How It Works (Indicator Logic) The indicator operates based on three main logical components: time definition, level calculation, and signal generation. 1. Time Session and Range Definition: All time calculations are based on GMT+5:30 (Indian Standard Time/IST). The script defines a specific trading session from a customizable start time (default 9:15 AM) to a session end time (default 3:30 PM). The Opening Range (OR) is established during the initial duration, which is set by the rangeMinutes input (default 15 minutes, meaning the OR is calculated from 9:15 AM to 9:30 AM). 2. Level Calculation and Plotting: During the initial range duration, the script captures the absolute highest price (OR High) and the absolute lowest price (OR Low). Once this period ends, two horizontal lines—a green line for the OR High and a red line for the OR Low—are drawn and automatically extended across the chart for the remainder of the active trading session. The visual style of these lines can be customized to Dotted, Dashed, or Solid. 3. Breakout and Reversal Logic: The indicator actively tracks the market's state relative to the OR levels to generate four distinct signals: Break Up: A signal is generated when the closing price crosses over the OR High, indicating potential upward momentum. Break Down: A signal is generated when the closing price crosses under the OR Low, indicating potential downward momentum. Reversal Down: This yellow signal occurs only after a price has already broken above the OR High (Break Up state), and then the price moves back into the range (closing below the ORH), suggesting a failed breakout. Reversal Up: This yellow signal occurs only after a price has already broken below the OR Low (Break Down state), and then the price moves back into the range (closing above the ORL), suggesting a failed breakdown. 💡 Suggested Use Cases The signals generated by this indicator can be used in two primary ways: Breakout Trading: A trader may enter a long position on a "Break Up" signal or a short position on a "Break Down" signal. A common risk management practice is to use the opposite OR level (ORL for long trades, ORH for short trades) as a stop-loss reference. Faded Breakout / Reversal Trading: Look for the yellow "Reversal Up" or "Reversal Down" signals. These signals indicate a rejection of the OR level, and a trader may take a counter-trend position with the expectation that the price will return to the consolidation range or move toward the opposite OR level. ⚠️ Educational Disclaimer This indicator is for educational and illustrative purposes only. It provides technical signals based on mathematical calculation of price action and should not be construed as financial advice, trading advice, or a solicitation to buy or sell any financial instrument. Trading carries a high level of risk, and you may lose more than your initial deposit. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always consult with a qualified financial professional before making any investment decisions.
Pine Script® Indikator
von prowelltraders
Reversal Strength with Momentum Ratings on 4hr charts Here's a quick breakdown of what you'll see on your chart and how to actually use the indicator! Reversal Labels: ↑ = Bullish reversal (price reversing upward) ↓ = Bearish reversal (price reversing downward) STRONG (bright green/red) = High-confidence reversal (score > 65) weak (faded green/red) = Low-confidence reversal (score ≤ 65) Number on label = Reversal strength score (0-100) Momentum Table (Top Right): Overall Score (0-100) = Total momentum strength Green (80+) = Very strong momentum Yellow (40-60) = Moderate momentum Orange/Red (<40) = Weak/stalling momentum Individual Momentum Scores (each worth 0-20 points): Volume = How much trading activity vs average Price ROC = How fast price is moving (rate of change) MA Spacing = How spread out the moving averages are (trend strength) ADX = Directional movement indicator (trend conviction) RSI Mom. = How far RSI is from neutral 50 (momentum extreme) Status Indicators: 🔥 STRONG = Momentum > 70 (strong move happening) 📈 BUILDING = Momentum 50-70 (gaining strength) ⚠️ WEAK = Momentum 30-50 (losing steam) 💤 STALLING = Momentum < 30 (very weak/choppy) Background Tint: Light green background = Strong momentum (>70) Light red background = Very weak momentum (<30) The key is: look for STRONG reversal labels when momentum is building/strong for the best trade setups! Also this is mainly for the 4hr time frame.
Pine Script® Indikator
von wateriskey6689
Crypto ATR Position Sizer + LeverageThis indicator is a "heads-up display" for crypto traders who need real time risk management without manually calculating position sizes. It uses Average True Range (ATR) to dynamically place Stop Losses based on current market volatility and automatically calculates the exact position size needed to respect your risk percentage. ​Key Features: ​Dynamic Risk Management: Stop Loss and Take Profit levels adjust automatically based on market volatility (ATR). ​Auto-Position Sizing: Calculates the exact Quantity (in coins) and Position Value (in $) to ensure you never risk more than your defined percentage (e.g., 1% or 2%). ​Leverage Calculator: Instantly sees the "Required Leverage" needed to execute the trade size relative to your account balance. ​Crypto Precision: Displays up to 8 decimal places, making it compatible with both Bitcoin and low-sat altcoins. ​Toggable Direction: Switch between Long and Short biases instantly via the settings menu. ​How to Use: ​Add the indicator to your chart. ​Open Settings and input your Account Balance and Risk %. ​Choose your direction (Long or Short) using the checkboxes. ​The label will display your Entry, SL, TP, Coin Quantity, and Required Leverage in real-time.
Pine Script® Indikator
von MonkeyPhone
Candle Microstructure ClassifierCandle Microstructure Classifier Public Description The Candle Microstructure Classifier is a visual study designed to highlight meaningful single-candle behaviors based purely on price geometry. It classifies candles according to body size and wick structure, helping traders visually identify moments of aggression, commitment, failed pushes, and rejection directly on the price chart. This script is a study only. It does not generate trade signals, entries, exits, or forecasts. Its purpose is to provide structural context that can be combined with other tools such as trend, volume, or volatility analysis. Quantitative Description Each candle is decomposed into its geometric components relative to its total range (high − low). All classifications are based on normalized fractions to remain scale‑independent across instruments and timeframes. Definitions: 1. Candle Range (R): R = High − Low 2. Body Size (B): B = |Close − Open| Body Fraction = B / R 3. Upper Wick (UW): UW = High − max(Open, Close) Upper Wick Fraction = UW / R 4. Lower Wick (LW): LW = min(Open, Close) − Low Lower Wick Fraction = LW / R Candle Classifications: • Commitment Candle: Body Fraction ≥ Large Body Threshold Upper Wick Fraction ≤ Tiny Wick Threshold Lower Wick Fraction ≤ Tiny Wick Threshold Interpretation: Strong directional acceptance with minimal intrabar rejection. • Marubozu (Aggression): Body Fraction ≥ Large Body Threshold One wick effectively absent (near zero) Interpretation: Pure directional aggression with no meaningful counter‑pressure. • Trend Attempt Failure: Body Fraction ≥ Large Body Threshold One wick large, opposite wick small Interpretation: Strong push followed by immediate rejection on one side. • Rejection Candle: Body Fraction ≤ Small Body Threshold Upper Wick Fraction ≥ Large Wick Threshold Lower Wick Fraction ≥ Large Wick Threshold Interpretation: Two‑sided rejection indicating price discovery or balance. • Pin Rejection (optional): Body Fraction ≤ Small Body Threshold Only one wick large Interpretation: One‑sided rejection often occurring near support or resistance. Notes and Context This classifier intentionally avoids pattern names tied to prediction. Each classification describes observed auction behavior inside a single bar, not an expectation of future movement. Sources and Further Reading Candle structure and wick interpretation: • Investopedia – Candlestick Patterns and Anatomy www.investopedia.com Volume and volatility context examples: • Wyckoff Method – Effort vs Result (Volume + Price Structure) school.stockcharts.com • CME Group – Using Volume and Volatility Together www.cmegroup.com Example Applications: 1. A commitment candle occurring simultaneously with a volume spike may indicate institutional participation and acceptance at that price level. 2. A rejection candle forming during elevated volatility (ATR expansion) may signal failed price discovery and potential mean reversion zones.
Pine Script® Indikator
von AJSwogger
Hurst ALMA Tuned Chandelier Exit Hurst × ALMA Tuned Chandelier Exit (HurstALMA-CE) Public Description Hurst × ALMA Tuned Chandelier Exit (HurstALMA-CE) is an adaptive trend‑following stop and exit indicator. It combines a smoothed price input (ALMA), a regime detector based on the Hurst exponent, and a dynamically tuned Chandelier Exit to automatically adjust its behavior between choppy and trending market conditions. Instead of using a single fixed Chandelier configuration, the indicator continuously measures whether price action is behaving more like noise or a persistent trend. In choppy markets, it becomes more conservative by using shorter lookbacks and wider ATR multiples to reduce whipsaws. In trending markets, it tightens the stop and extends the lookback to better lock in gains while staying aligned with the trend. The result is a regime‑aware trailing exit that adapts in real time, helping traders stay in strong trends longer while avoiding over‑sensitivity during sideways price action. HurstALMA‑CE can be used as a visual trailing stop, a trend confirmation overlay, or as an exit engine inside discretionary or systematic strategies. Quantitative Description 1. Input Series Price is optionally pre‑filtered using an Arnaud Legoux Moving Average (ALMA), defined by length, offset, and sigma parameters. This smoothed series is used as the input to the Hurst estimator to reduce high‑frequency noise. 2. Hurst Exponent Proxy The indicator estimates the Hurst exponent using a variance‑scaling method. For fixed lags (8, 16, 32, 64), price differences are computed and their variances are measured over a rolling lookback window. A log‑log regression of variance versus lag produces a slope, which is mapped to a Hurst estimate via: H ≈ 0.5 × slope. The raw estimate is smoothed using an EMA to improve stability. 3. Regime Weight Mapping The smoothed Hurst value is linearly mapped into a normalized weight w ∈ using user‑defined low‑H (choppy) and high‑H (trending) thresholds. Values below the low threshold map to w = 0, values above the high threshold map to w = 1. 4. Adaptive Chandelier Parameters The Chandelier Exit length and ATR multiplier are interpolated between two parameter sets: • Chop regime (shorter length, wider multiplier) • Trend regime (longer length, tighter multiplier) Interpolation is performed as: CE_len = CE_len_chop + w × (CE_len_trend − CE_len_chop) CE_mult = CE_mult_chop + w × (CE_mult_trend − CE_mult_chop) Before sufficient data is available for the Hurst calculation, fallback Chandelier parameters are used. 5. Output The final output consists of long and short Chandelier Exit levels computed using the dynamically tuned parameters. Optional status values expose the current Hurst estimate, regime weight, and active Chandelier settings for diagnostics and strategy development.
Pine Script® Indikator
von AJSwogger