OPEN-SOURCE SCRIPT
ADX_RD
ADX_RD - Average Directional Index (Ryan DeBraal)
This script plots a refined version of the **ADX (Average Directional Index)**,
used to measure trend strength regardless of trend direction. It includes
custom smoothing, modified DM (Directional Movement) logic, dynamic coloring,
and a built-in 20-level threshold.
FEATURES
- Calculates +DI, –DI, and ADX using standard Wilder smoothing (RMA).
- Signal color turns **white** when ADX < 20 (low-trend or choppy conditions).
- Signal color turns **blue** when ADX >= 20 (trend strengthening).
- Horizontal dotted reference line at **20**, a widely used threshold:
ADX < 20 → weak or ranging market
ADX > 20 → strengthening trend
- Works on all timeframes, supports custom smoothing lengths.
PURPOSE
This indicator helps identify when a market is trending vs when it is flat.
It does not indicate direction by itself — only the strength of the move —
making it ideal for confirming breakout setups, trend-following entries,
and filtering out low-probability trades during chop.
This script plots a refined version of the **ADX (Average Directional Index)**,
used to measure trend strength regardless of trend direction. It includes
custom smoothing, modified DM (Directional Movement) logic, dynamic coloring,
and a built-in 20-level threshold.
FEATURES
- Calculates +DI, –DI, and ADX using standard Wilder smoothing (RMA).
- Signal color turns **white** when ADX < 20 (low-trend or choppy conditions).
- Signal color turns **blue** when ADX >= 20 (trend strengthening).
- Horizontal dotted reference line at **20**, a widely used threshold:
ADX < 20 → weak or ranging market
ADX > 20 → strengthening trend
- Works on all timeframes, supports custom smoothing lengths.
PURPOSE
This indicator helps identify when a market is trending vs when it is flat.
It does not indicate direction by itself — only the strength of the move —
making it ideal for confirming breakout setups, trend-following entries,
and filtering out low-probability trades during chop.
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.