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SNIPERS CANDLES
SNIPERS CANDLES
SNIPERS CANDLES is an enhanced PVSRA volume analysis indicator that classifies candles according to relative trading activity while introducing a configurable Volume Participation Baseline for additional market participation analysis.
The indicator combines traditional PVSRA candle classification with an independent participation threshold, allowing traders to compare current trading activity against both recent market behaviour and configurable average volume levels within a single visual tool.
How the Indicator Works
The indicator analyses volume using the PVSRA methodology and classifies each candle into one of three participation levels.
Normal Volume
Represents standard market participation.
150% Volume
Highlights candles where volume exceeds approximately 150% of the recent average, indicating increasing market participation.
200% Volume (Vector Candle)
Highlights candles where volume exceeds approximately 200% of the recent average or produces exceptional volume relative to recent price range activity, identifying significant market participation.
Bullish and bearish candles are colour coded independently to preserve directional context.
Volume Participation Baseline
In addition to standard PVSRA candle classification, SNIPERS CANDLES includes a configurable Volume Participation Baseline.
The Participation Baseline calculates an average volume over a user-defined lookback period and applies an optional multiplier to create a dynamic participation threshold.
This allows traders to compare current trading activity against configurable average participation levels rather than relying solely on fixed PVSRA classifications.
The Participation Baseline is designed to complement the original PVSRA methodology by providing additional context when market participation transitions between below-average and above-average volume.
Instrument Override
For cryptocurrency markets, the indicator can automatically retrieve volume data from the equivalent Binance Perpetual Futures contract when available.
Where an equivalent perpetual contract is unavailable, the indicator automatically falls back to the chart's native volume data.
A manual symbol override is also included for users who wish to specify an alternative volume source.
Features
Traditional PVSRA candle classification
150% and 200% vector candle detection
Independent bullish and bearish candle colouring
Configurable Volume Participation Baseline
Adjustable Participation Baseline lookback period
Configurable Participation Baseline multiplier
Customisable Participation Baseline colour and width
Automatic Binance Perpetual Futures volume support
Manual volume source override
Main-chart candle colouring
Colour-coded volume histogram
Configurable alerts
Alert Conditions
The indicator includes alert conditions for:
Any Vector Candle
Any 200% Volume Peak Vector Candle
Any 150% Volume Rising Vector Candle
Bullish 200% Vector Candle
Bearish 200% Vector Candle
Bullish 150% Vector Candle
Bearish 150% Vector Candle
Volume Crossing the Participation Baseline
Volume Crossing Above the Participation Baseline
Volume Crossing Below the Participation Baseline
Participation Baseline alerts are designed to identify changes in market participation as trading activity transitions above or below the configured threshold.
Intended Use
SNIPERS CANDLES is designed to provide visual context for analysing:
Relative market participation
High-volume trading activity
Volume confirmation
Market momentum
Trend participation
Price action
Multi-timeframe analysis
The indicator is intended as an analytical tool and does not generate automatic buy or sell signals. It is designed to complement the trader's own market analysis, price action and risk management process.
Markets
The indicator can be applied to all TradingView-supported markets, including:
Forex
Indices
Commodities
Cryptocurrencies
Equities
When enabled, cryptocurrency markets can automatically utilise Binance Perpetual Futures volume where available.
Disclaimer
This open-source indicator is provided free of charge for educational and analytical purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any financial instrument. Users remain responsible for their own analysis, trading decisions and risk management.
Created by Market Sniper HQ
Trade Like a Sniper, Not Like the Crowd.
SNIPERS CANDLES is an enhanced PVSRA volume analysis indicator that classifies candles according to relative trading activity while introducing a configurable Volume Participation Baseline for additional market participation analysis.
The indicator combines traditional PVSRA candle classification with an independent participation threshold, allowing traders to compare current trading activity against both recent market behaviour and configurable average volume levels within a single visual tool.
How the Indicator Works
The indicator analyses volume using the PVSRA methodology and classifies each candle into one of three participation levels.
Normal Volume
Represents standard market participation.
150% Volume
Highlights candles where volume exceeds approximately 150% of the recent average, indicating increasing market participation.
200% Volume (Vector Candle)
Highlights candles where volume exceeds approximately 200% of the recent average or produces exceptional volume relative to recent price range activity, identifying significant market participation.
Bullish and bearish candles are colour coded independently to preserve directional context.
Volume Participation Baseline
In addition to standard PVSRA candle classification, SNIPERS CANDLES includes a configurable Volume Participation Baseline.
The Participation Baseline calculates an average volume over a user-defined lookback period and applies an optional multiplier to create a dynamic participation threshold.
This allows traders to compare current trading activity against configurable average participation levels rather than relying solely on fixed PVSRA classifications.
The Participation Baseline is designed to complement the original PVSRA methodology by providing additional context when market participation transitions between below-average and above-average volume.
Instrument Override
For cryptocurrency markets, the indicator can automatically retrieve volume data from the equivalent Binance Perpetual Futures contract when available.
Where an equivalent perpetual contract is unavailable, the indicator automatically falls back to the chart's native volume data.
A manual symbol override is also included for users who wish to specify an alternative volume source.
Features
Traditional PVSRA candle classification
150% and 200% vector candle detection
Independent bullish and bearish candle colouring
Configurable Volume Participation Baseline
Adjustable Participation Baseline lookback period
Configurable Participation Baseline multiplier
Customisable Participation Baseline colour and width
Automatic Binance Perpetual Futures volume support
Manual volume source override
Main-chart candle colouring
Colour-coded volume histogram
Configurable alerts
Alert Conditions
The indicator includes alert conditions for:
Any Vector Candle
Any 200% Volume Peak Vector Candle
Any 150% Volume Rising Vector Candle
Bullish 200% Vector Candle
Bearish 200% Vector Candle
Bullish 150% Vector Candle
Bearish 150% Vector Candle
Volume Crossing the Participation Baseline
Volume Crossing Above the Participation Baseline
Volume Crossing Below the Participation Baseline
Participation Baseline alerts are designed to identify changes in market participation as trading activity transitions above or below the configured threshold.
Intended Use
SNIPERS CANDLES is designed to provide visual context for analysing:
Relative market participation
High-volume trading activity
Volume confirmation
Market momentum
Trend participation
Price action
Multi-timeframe analysis
The indicator is intended as an analytical tool and does not generate automatic buy or sell signals. It is designed to complement the trader's own market analysis, price action and risk management process.
Markets
The indicator can be applied to all TradingView-supported markets, including:
Forex
Indices
Commodities
Cryptocurrencies
Equities
When enabled, cryptocurrency markets can automatically utilise Binance Perpetual Futures volume where available.
Disclaimer
This open-source indicator is provided free of charge for educational and analytical purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any financial instrument. Users remain responsible for their own analysis, trading decisions and risk management.
Created by Market Sniper HQ
Trade Like a Sniper, Not Like the Crowd.
Open-source script
In true TradingView spirit, the creator of this script has made it open-source, so that traders can review and verify its functionality. Kudos to the author! While you can use it for free, remember that republishing the code is subject to our House Rules.
Disclaimer
The information and publications are not meant to be, and do not constitute, financial, investment, trading, or other types of advice or recommendations supplied or endorsed by TradingView. Read more in the Terms of Use.
Open-source script
In true TradingView spirit, the creator of this script has made it open-source, so that traders can review and verify its functionality. Kudos to the author! While you can use it for free, remember that republishing the code is subject to our House Rules.
Disclaimer
The information and publications are not meant to be, and do not constitute, financial, investment, trading, or other types of advice or recommendations supplied or endorsed by TradingView. Read more in the Terms of Use.