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X-trend Volume Anomaly 📊 X-TREND Volume Anomaly: Advanced VSA Analysis Effective market analysis requires understanding the relationship between Price Action and Volume. X-Trend Volume Anomaly is a technical instrument that simplifies Volume Spread Analysis (VSA) into a clear, visual system. It allows traders to instantly decode the footprint of "Smart Money" by analyzing the correlation between Relative Volume (RVOL) and Candle Range. The algorithm automatically classifies market behavior into three distinct states: 1. 🟢🔴 Impulse (Trend Validation) Logic: High Relative Volume + High Price Range. Interpretation: Represents genuine market intent. Institutional aggregators are aggressively pushing price. This confirms the validity of a breakout or trend continuation. 2. 🟠 Absorption / Churn (Reversal Warning) Logic: Ultra-High Relative Volume + Low Price Range (Doji, Pin-bar). Interpretation: The critical signal. This indicates a major divergence between Effort (Volume) and Result (Price Movement). Large players are absorbing liquidity via limit orders, halting the trend. This is often a precursor to an immediate reversal. (See the Orange candle in the chart examples). 3. 👻 Ghost Mode (Noise Reduction) Logic: Candles with low/insignificant volume are rendered in a transparent gray scale. Utility: Eliminates visual noise, allowing the trader to focus exclusively on significant liquidity events and institutional activity. ⚙️ SYSTEM SYNERGY While this indicator provides robust standalone volume analysis, it is engineered to function as the Volume Confirmation Layer within the X-Trend Ecosystem. For a complete institutional trading setup, we recommend pairing this tool with: X-Trend Reversal (PRO): For precise, non-repainting entry signals. X-Trend Liquidation Heatmap: For identifying high-probability price targets.
Pine Script® indicator
by Dev0880
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MP SESSIONS, DST, OTTMP SESSIONS, DST, OTT – What this indicator does This script is a multi-session market timing tool that: Draws full trading sessions on the chart (Asia, Sydney, Tokyo, Shanghai, Europe, London, New York, NYSE) Automatically adjusts for Daylight Saving Time (DST) for Sydney, London, and New York Shows a live info table with session times, DST status, and whether each session is currently open or closed Adds optional custom “OTT” vertical lines at user-defined intraday times (for your own models, killzones, or time blocks) Main Features (high level) 1. Market mode & time zone handling Market Mode: Forex Stock User Custom (you type your own session ranges) TFlab suggestion (predefined “optimized” session times) Time Zone Mode: UTC Session Local Time (local exchange time: Sydney, Tokyo, London, New York etc.) Your Time Zone (converts to the user-selected TZ, e.g. UTC-4:00) Handles separate time zones for: Asia, Sydney, Tokyo, Shanghai, Europe, London, New York, NYSE Has logic to recalculate session start/end depending on DST and the chosen mode. 2. Daylight Saving Time (DST) engine The function DST_Detector: Calculates when DST starts and ends for: Australia/Sydney Europe/London America/New_York Detects the correct Sunday (2nd, 4th, etc.) for start/end using day-of-week and week counts. Returns 'Active' or 'Inactive' for each region. These values are then used to shift the sessions (e.g. New York 13:00–21:00 vs 12:00–20:00 in UTC). The script can also draw vertical lines on the chart when DST starts/ends and label them: “Sydney DST Started / Ended” “London DST Started / Ended” “New York DST Started / Ended” 3. Session timing & sessions on the chart The function Market_TimeZone_Calculator: Based on Market Mode + Time Zone Mode + DST state, it returns: Time ranges for: Sydney, Tokyo, Shanghai, Asia (combined), Europe, London, New York, NYSE These ranges are in "HHMM-HHMM" format. Then the script: Converts these to time() conditions using the proper time zone Creates boolean series like On_sesAsia, On_sesEurope, On_sesNewYork, etc., which are 1 when the session is open and 0 when closed. 4. Session high/low boxes & labels The function LowHighSessionDetector: Tracks high and low of each session while it’s active. When a new session starts: Resets and starts recording the session high/low. While session is active: Updates High with the max of current bar high and previous session high. Updates Low with the min of current bar low and previous session low. When the session is "on": Draws a box from session low to high (box.new) and extends it to the right as long as the session continues. Places a label with session name (Asia, London, New York, etc.) near the high: Style depends on the session (down/right/left). You have visibility toggles per session: Asia Session, Sydney Session, Tokyo Session, Shanghai Session, Europe Session, London Session, New York Session, NYSE (for TFlab mode). So you visually see: A shaded box for each session The full H/L range for that session A text label with the session name. 5. Info table The indicator builds a table in a corner of the chart showing: Header: “FOREX Session”, “Stock Market Trading Hours”, “User Custom Session”, or “TFlab suggestion” depending on mode. Columns: Session name (Asia, Sydney, Tokyo, Shanghai, Europe, London, New York, NYSE) DST status for that region (“Active 🌞 / Inactive 🍂 / Not Observed”) Session start time Session end time Current status (“Open / Closed”, with green/red background) The function SplitFunction: Parses the "HHMM-HHMM" strings for each session. Converts them into: Either raw times (if viewing in UTC/session local) Or converted times in Your Time Zone using timestamp and hour/ minute with YourTZ. Returns formatted Start and End strings like 9:30, 13:00, etc. So the table is effectively a live session schedule that: Auto-adjusts to DST Can show times in your own time zone Shows which session is open right now. 6. OTT vertical lines (custom intraday markers) At the bottom, there is an OTT section which lets you draw up to three sets of vertical lines at specific times: Each OTT block has: Enable toggle (Enable OTT 1/2/3) Start hour & minute End hour & minute Color Global OTT settings: Line style: Solid / Dashed / Dotted Line width Toggle: “Show OTT Labels?” Logic: is_ott_time() checks if current bar’s hour and minute match the OTT input time. draw_ott(): When the bar time matches, draws a vertical line through the candle from low to high (extend.both). Optionally adds a label above the bar, like "OTT1 Start", "OTT1 End", etc. Use cases: Marking open/close of your trading session Defining killzones, news times, or custom model windows Visual anchors for your intraday routine (NY open, 10 AM candle, etc.)
Pine Script® indicator
by markoparkhomenko
Trading Value RSI (NQ Tuned)The Trading Value RSI (NQ Tuned) is an indicator that applies the RSI calculation to trading value, defined as volume × close, rather than just price. It is specifically tuned for Nasdaq 100 futures (NQ), with a default RSI length of 24, overbought level at 75, and oversold level at 25 to filter out false signals from high volatility. The indicator visually colors the RSI line based on overbought (red), oversold (green), or neutral (blue) conditions. A horizontal midline at 50 helps identify potential trend direction changes or confirm ongoing momentum. This tool allows traders to monitor capital flow intensity, giving insight into when strong buying or selling pressure may drive short-term market moves.
Pine Script® indicator
by amkode
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® indicator
by wateriskey6689
Market Regime# MARKET REGIME IDENTIFICATION & TRADING SYSTEM ## Complete User Guide --- ## 📋 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. (#overview) 2. (#regimes) 3. (#indicator-usage) 4. (#entry-signals) 5. (#exit-signals) 6. (#regime-strategies) 7. (#confluence) 8. (#backtesting) 9. (#optimization) 10. (#examples) --- ## OVERVIEW ### What This System Does This is a **complete market regime identification and trading system** that: 1. **Identifies 6 distinct market regimes** automatically 2. **Adapts trading tactics** to each regime 3. **Provides high-probability entry signals** with confluence scoring 4. **Shows optimal exit points** for each trade 5. **Can be backtested** to validate performance ### Two Components Provided 1. **Indicator** (`market_regime_indicator.pine`) - Visual regime identification - Entry/exit signals on chart - Dynamic support/resistance - Info tables with live data - Use for manual trading 2. **Strategy** (`market_regime_strategy.pine`) - Fully automated backtestable version - Same logic as indicator - Position sizing and risk management - Performance metrics - Use for backtesting and automation --- ## THE 6 MARKET REGIMES ### 1. 🟢 BULL TRENDING **Characteristics:** - Strong uptrend - Price above SMA50 and SMA200 - ADX > 25 (strong trend) - Higher highs and higher lows - DI+ > DI- (bullish momentum) **What It Means:** - Market has clear upward direction - Buyers in control - Pullbacks are buying opportunities - Strongest regime for long positions **How to Trade:** - ✅ **BUY dips to EMA20 or SMA20** - ✅ Enter when RSI < 60 on pullback - ✅ Hold through minor corrections - ❌ Don't short against the trend - ❌ Don't sell too early **Expected Behavior:** - Pullbacks are shallow (5-10%) - Bounces are strong - Support at moving averages holds - Volume increases on rallies --- ### 2. 🔴 BEAR TRENDING **Characteristics:** - Strong downtrend - Price below SMA50 and SMA200 - ADX > 25 (strong trend) - Lower highs and lower lows - DI- > DI+ (bearish momentum) **What It Means:** - Market has clear downward direction - Sellers in control - Rallies are selling opportunities - Strongest regime for short positions **How to Trade:** - ✅ **SELL rallies to EMA20 or SMA20** - ✅ Enter when RSI > 40 on bounce - ✅ Hold through minor bounces - ❌ Don't buy against the trend - ❌ Don't cover shorts too early **Expected Behavior:** - Rallies are weak (5-10%) - Selloffs are strong - Resistance at moving averages holds - Volume increases on declines --- ### 3. 🔵 BULL RANGING **Characteristics:** - Bullish bias but consolidating - Price near or above SMA50 - ADX < 20 (weak trend) - Trading in range - Choppy price action **What It Means:** - Uptrend is pausing - Accumulation phase - Support and resistance zones clear - Lower volatility **How to Trade:** - ✅ **BUY at support zone** - ✅ Enter when RSI < 40 - ✅ Take profits at resistance - ⚠️ Smaller position sizes - ⚠️ Tighter stops **Expected Behavior:** - Range-bound oscillations - Support bounces repeatedly - Resistance rejections common - Eventually breaks higher (usually) --- ### 4. 🟠 BEAR RANGING **Characteristics:** - Bearish bias but consolidating - Price near or below SMA50 - ADX < 20 (weak trend) - Trading in range - Choppy price action **What It Means:** - Downtrend is pausing - Distribution phase - Support and resistance zones clear - Lower volatility **How to Trade:** - ✅ **SELL at resistance zone** - ✅ Enter when RSI > 60 - ✅ Take profits at support - ⚠️ Smaller position sizes - ⚠️ Tighter stops **Expected Behavior:** - Range-bound oscillations - Resistance holds repeatedly - Support bounces are weak - Eventually breaks lower (usually) --- ### 5. ⚪ CONSOLIDATION **Characteristics:** - No clear direction - Range compression - Very low ADX (< 15 often) - Price inside tight range - Neutral sentiment **What It Means:** - Market is coiling - Building energy for next move - Indecision between buyers/sellers - Calm before the storm **How to Trade:** - ✅ **WAIT for breakout direction** - ✅ Enter on high-volume breakout - ✅ Direction becomes clear - ❌ Don't trade inside the range - ❌ Avoid choppy scalping **Expected Behavior:** - Narrow range - Low volume - False breakouts possible - Explosive move when it breaks --- ### 6. 🟣 CHAOS (High Volatility) **Characteristics:** - Extreme volatility - No clear direction - Erratic price swings - ATR > 2x average - Unpredictable **What It Means:** - Market panic or euphoria - News-driven moves - Emotion dominates logic - Highest risk environment **How to Trade:** - ❌ **STAY OUT!** - ❌ No positions - ❌ Wait for stability - ✅ Protect existing positions - ✅ Reduce risk **Expected Behavior:** - Large intraday swings - Gaps up/down - Stop hunts - Whipsaws - Eventually calms down --- ## INDICATOR USAGE ### Visual Elements #### 1. Background Colors - **Light Green** = Bull Trending (go long) - **Light Red** = Bear Trending (go short) - **Light Teal** = Bull Ranging (buy dips) - **Light Orange** = Bear Ranging (sell rallies) - **Light Gray** = Consolidation (wait) - **Purple** = Chaos (stay out!) #### 2. Regime Labels - Appear when regime changes - Show new regime name - Positioned at highs (bullish) or lows (bearish) #### 3. Entry Signals - **Green "LONG"** labels = Buy here - **Red "SHORT"** labels = Sell here - Number shows confluence score (X/5 signals) - Hover for details (stop, target, RSI, etc.) #### 4. Exit Signals - **Orange "EXIT LONG"** = Close long position - **Orange "EXIT SHORT"** = Close short position - Shows exit reason in tooltip #### 5. Support/Resistance Lines - **Green line** = Dynamic support (buy zone) - **Red line** = Dynamic resistance (sell zone) - Adapts to regime automatically #### 6. Moving Averages - **Blue** = SMA 20 (short-term trend) - **Orange** = SMA 50 (medium-term trend) - **Purple** = SMA 200 (long-term trend) ### Information Tables #### Top Right Table (Main Info) Shows real-time market conditions: - **Current Regime** - What regime we're in - **Bias** - Long, Short, Breakout, or Stay Out - **ADX** - Trend strength (>25 = strong) - **Trend** - Strong, Moderate, or Weak - **Volatility** - High or Normal - **Vol Ratio** - Current vs average volatility - **RSI** - Momentum (>70 overbought, <30 oversold) - **vs SMA50/200** - Price position relative to MAs - **Support/Resistance** - Exact price levels - **Long/Short Signals** - Confluence scores (X/5) #### Bottom Right Table (Regime Guide) Quick reference for each regime: - What action to take - What strategy to use - Color-coded for quick identification --- ## ENTRY SIGNALS EXPLAINED ### Confluence Scoring System (5 Factors) Each entry signal is scored 0-5 based on how many factors align: #### For LONG Entries: 1. ✅ **Regime Alignment** - In Bull Trending or Bull Ranging 2. ✅ **RSI Pullback** - RSI between 35-50 (not overbought) 3. ✅ **Near Support** - Price within 2% of dynamic support 4. ✅ **MACD Turning Up** - Momentum shifting bullish 5. ✅ **Volume Confirmation** - Above average volume #### For SHORT Entries: 1. ✅ **Regime Alignment** - In Bear Trending or Bear Ranging 2. ✅ **RSI Rejection** - RSI between 50-65 (not oversold) 3. ✅ **Near Resistance** - Price within 2% of dynamic resistance 4. ✅ **MACD Turning Down** - Momentum shifting bearish 5. ✅ **Volume Confirmation** - Above average volume ### Confluence Requirements **Minimum Confluence** (default = 2): - 2/5 = Entry signal triggered - 3/5 = Good signal - 4/5 = Strong signal - 5/5 = Excellent signal (rare) **Higher confluence = Higher probability = Better trades** ### Specific Entry Patterns #### 1. Bull Trending Entry ``` Requirements: - Regime = Bull Trending - Price pulls back to EMA20 - Close above EMA20 (bounce) - Up candle (close > open) - RSI < 60 - Confluence ≥ 2 ``` #### 2. Bear Trending Entry ``` Requirements: - Regime = Bear Trending - Price rallies to EMA20 - Close below EMA20 (rejection) - Down candle (close < open) - RSI > 40 - Confluence ≥ 2 ``` #### 3. Bull Ranging Entry ``` Requirements: - Regime = Bull Ranging - RSI < 40 (oversold) - Price at or below support - Up candle (reversal) - Confluence ≥ 1 (more lenient) ``` #### 4. Bear Ranging Entry ``` Requirements: - Regime = Bear Ranging - RSI > 60 (overbought) - Price at or above resistance - Down candle (rejection) - Confluence ≥ 1 (more lenient) ``` #### 5. Consolidation Breakout ``` Requirements: - Regime = Consolidation - Price breaks above/below range - Volume > 1.5x average (explosive) - Strong directional candle ``` --- ## EXIT SIGNALS EXPLAINED ### Three Types of Exits #### 1. Regime Change Exits (Automatic) - **Long Exit**: Regime changes to Bear Trending or Chaos - **Short Exit**: Regime changes to Bull Trending or Chaos - **Reason**: Market character changed, strategy no longer valid #### 2. Support/Resistance Break Exits - **Long Exit**: Price breaks below support by 2% - **Short Exit**: Price breaks above resistance by 2% - **Reason**: Key level violated, trend may be reversing #### 3. Momentum Exits - **Long Exit**: RSI > 70 (overbought) AND down candle - **Short Exit**: RSI < 30 (oversold) AND up candle - **Reason**: Overextension, take profits ### Stop Loss & Take Profit **Stop Loss** (Automatic in strategy): - Placed at Entry - (ATR × 2) - Adapts to volatility - Protected from whipsaws - Typically 2-4% for stocks, 5-10% for crypto **Take Profit** (Automatic in strategy): - Placed at Entry + (Stop Distance × R:R Ratio) - Default 2.5:1 reward:risk - Example: $2 risk = $5 reward target - Allows winners to run --- ## TRADING EACH REGIME ### BULL TRENDING - Most Profitable Long Environment **Strategy: Buy Every Dip** **Entry Rules:** 1. Wait for pullback to EMA20 or SMA20 2. Look for RSI < 60 3. Enter when candle closes above MA 4. Confluence should be 2+ **Stop Loss:** - Below the recent swing low - Or 2 × ATR below entry **Take Profit:** - At previous high - Or 2.5:1 R:R minimum **Position Size:** - Can use full size (2% risk) - High win rate regime **Example Trade:** ``` Price: $100, pulls back to $98 (EMA20) Entry: $98.50 (close above EMA) Stop: $96.50 (2 ATR) Target: $103.50 (2.5:1) Risk: $2, Reward: $5 ``` --- ### BEAR TRENDING - Most Profitable Short Environment **Strategy: Sell Every Rally** **Entry Rules:** 1. Wait for bounce to EMA20 or SMA20 2. Look for RSI > 40 3. Enter when candle closes below MA 4. Confluence should be 2+ **Stop Loss:** - Above the recent swing high - Or 2 × ATR above entry **Take Profit:** - At previous low - Or 2.5:1 R:R minimum **Position Size:** - Can use full size (2% risk) - High win rate regime **Example Trade:** ``` Price: $100, rallies to $102 (EMA20) Entry: $101.50 (close below EMA) Stop: $103.50 (2 ATR) Target: $96.50 (2.5:1) Risk: $2, Reward: $5 ``` --- ### BULL RANGING - Buy Low, Sell High **Strategy: Range Trading (Long Bias)** **Entry Rules:** 1. Wait for price at support zone 2. Look for RSI < 40 3. Enter on reversal candle 4. Confluence should be 1-2+ **Stop Loss:** - Below support zone - Tighter than trending (1.5 ATR) **Take Profit:** - At resistance zone - Don't hold through resistance **Position Size:** - Reduce to 1-1.5% risk - Lower win rate than trending **Example Trade:** ``` Range: $95-$105 Entry: $96 (at support, RSI 35) Stop: $94 (below support) Target: $104 (at resistance) Risk: $2, Reward: $8 (4:1) ``` --- ### BEAR RANGING - Sell High, Buy Low **Strategy: Range Trading (Short Bias)** **Entry Rules:** 1. Wait for price at resistance zone 2. Look for RSI > 60 3. Enter on rejection candle 4. Confluence should be 1-2+ **Stop Loss:** - Above resistance zone - Tighter than trending (1.5 ATR) **Take Profit:** - At support zone - Don't hold through support **Position Size:** - Reduce to 1-1.5% risk - Lower win rate than trending **Example Trade:** ``` Range: $95-$105 Entry: $104 (at resistance, RSI 65) Stop: $106 (above resistance) Target: $96 (at support) Risk: $2, Reward: $8 (4:1) ``` --- ### CONSOLIDATION - Wait for Breakout **Strategy: Breakout Trading** **Entry Rules:** 1. Identify consolidation range 2. Wait for VOLUME SURGE (1.5x+ avg) 3. Enter on close outside range 4. Direction must be clear **Stop Loss:** - Opposite side of range - Or 2 ATR **Take Profit:** - Measure range height, project it - Example: $10 range = $10 move expected **Position Size:** - Reduce to 1% risk - 50% false breakout rate **Example Trade:** ``` Consolidation: $98-$102 (4-point range) Breakout: $102.50 (high volume) Entry: $103 Stop: $100 (back in range) Target: $107 (4-point range projected) Risk: $3, Reward: $4 ``` --- ### CHAOS - STAY OUT! **Strategy: Preservation** **What to Do:** - ❌ NO new positions - ✅ Close existing positions if near entry - ✅ Tighten stops on profitable trades - ✅ Reduce position sizes dramatically - ✅ Wait for regime to stabilize **Why It's Dangerous:** - Stop hunts are common - Whipsaws everywhere - News-driven volatility - No technical reliability - Even "perfect" setups fail **When Does It End:** - Volatility ratio drops < 1.5 - ADX starts rising (direction appears) - Price respects support/resistance again - Usually 1-5 days --- ## CONFLUENCE SYSTEM ### How It Works The system scores each potential entry on 5 factors. More factors aligning = higher probability. ### Confluence Requirements by Regime **Trending Regimes** (strictest): - Minimum 2/5 required - 3/5 = Good - 4-5/5 = Excellent **Ranging Regimes** (moderate): - Minimum 1-2/5 required - 2/5 = Good - 3+/5 = Excellent **Consolidation** (breakout only): - Volume is most critical - Direction confirmation - Less confluence needed ### Adjusting Minimum Confluence **If too few signals:** - Lower from 2 to 1 - More trades, lower quality **If too many false signals:** - Raise from 2 to 3 - Fewer trades, higher quality **Recommendation:** - Start at 2 - Adjust based on win rate - Aim for 55-65% win rate --- ## STRATEGY BACKTESTING ### Loading the Strategy 1. Copy `market_regime_strategy.pine` 2. Open Pine Editor in TradingView 3. Paste and "Add to Chart" 4. Strategy Tester tab opens at bottom ### Initial Settings ``` Risk Per Trade: 2% ATR Stop Multiplier: 2.0 Reward:Risk Ratio: 2.5 Trade Longs: ✓ Trade Shorts: ✓ Trade Trending Only: ✗ (test both) Avoid Chaos: ✓ Minimum Confluence: 2 ``` ### What to Look For **Good Results:** - Win Rate: 50-60% - Profit Factor: 1.8-2.5 - Net Profit: Positive - Max Drawdown: <20% - Consistent equity curve **Warning Signs:** - Win Rate: <45% (too many losses) - Profit Factor: <1.5 (barely profitable) - Max Drawdown: >30% (too risky) - Erratic equity curve (unstable) ### Testing Different Regimes **Test 1: Trending Only** ``` Trade Trending Only: ✓ Result: Higher win rate, fewer trades ``` **Test 2: All Regimes** ``` Trade Trending Only: ✗ Result: More trades, potentially lower win rate ``` **Test 3: Long Only** ``` Trade Longs: ✓ Trade Shorts: ✗ Result: Works in bull markets ``` **Test 4: Short Only** ``` Trade Longs: ✗ Trade Shorts: ✓ Result: Works in bear markets ``` --- ## SETTINGS OPTIMIZATION ### Key Parameters to Adjust #### 1. Risk Per Trade (Most Important) - **0.5%** = Very conservative - **1.0%** = Conservative (recommended for beginners) - **2.0%** = Moderate (recommended) - **3.0%** = Aggressive - **5.0%** = Very aggressive (not recommended) **Impact:** Higher risk = higher returns BUT bigger drawdowns #### 2. Reward:Risk Ratio - **2:1** = More wins needed, hit target faster - **2.5:1** = Balanced (recommended) - **3:1** = Fewer wins needed, hold longer - **4:1** = Very patient, best in trending **Impact:** Higher R:R = can have lower win rate #### 3. Minimum Confluence - **1** = More signals, lower quality - **2** = Balanced (recommended) - **3** = Fewer signals, higher quality - **4** = Very selective - **5** = Almost never triggers **Impact:** Higher = fewer but better trades #### 4. ADX Thresholds - **Trending: 20-30** (default 25) - Lower = detect trends earlier - Higher = only strong trends - **Ranging: 15-25** (default 20) - Lower = identify ranging earlier - Higher = only weak trends #### 5. Trend Period (SMA) - **20-50** = Short-term trends - **50** = Medium-term (default, recommended) - **100-200** = Long-term trends **Impact:** Longer period = slower regime changes, more stable ### Optimization Workflow **Step 1: Baseline** - Use all default settings - Test on 3+ years - Record: Win Rate, PF, Drawdown **Step 2: Risk Optimization** - Test 1%, 1.5%, 2%, 2.5% - Find best risk-adjusted return - Balance profit vs drawdown **Step 3: R:R Optimization** - Test 2:1, 2.5:1, 3:1 - Check which maximizes profit factor - Consider holding time **Step 4: Confluence Optimization** - Test 1, 2, 3 - Find sweet spot for win rate - Aim for 55-65% win rate **Step 5: Regime Filter** - Test with/without trend filter - Test with/without chaos filter - Find what works for your asset --- ## REAL TRADING EXAMPLES ### Example 1: Bull Trending - SPY **Setup:** - Regime: BULL TRENDING - Price pulls back from $450 to $445 - EMA20 at $444 - RSI drops to 45 - Confluence: 4/5 **Entry:** - Price closes at $445.50 (above EMA20) - LONG signal appears - Enter at $445.50 **Risk Management:** - Stop: $443 (2 ATR = $2.50) - Target: $451.75 (2.5:1 = $6.25) - Risk: $2.50 per share - Position: 80 shares (2% of $10k = $200 risk) **Outcome:** - Price rallies to $452 in 3 days - Target hit - Profit: $6.50 × 80 = $520 - Return: 2.6 × risk (excellent) --- ### Example 2: Bear Ranging - AAPL **Setup:** - Regime: BEAR RANGING - Range: $165-$175 - Price rallies to $174 - Resistance at $175 - RSI at 68 - Confluence: 3/5 **Entry:** - Rejection candle at $174 - SHORT signal appears - Enter at $173.50 **Risk Management:** - Stop: $176 (above resistance) - Target: $166 (support) - Risk: $2.50 - Position: 80 shares **Outcome:** - Price drops to $167 in 2 days - Target hit - Profit: $6.50 × 80 = $520 - Return: 2.6 × risk --- ### Example 3: Consolidation Breakout - BTC **Setup:** - Regime: CONSOLIDATION - Range: $28,000 - $30,000 - Compressed for 2 weeks - Volume declining **Breakout:** - Price breaks $30,000 - Volume surges 200% - Close at $30,500 - LONG signal **Entry:** - Enter at $30,500 **Risk Management:** - Stop: $29,500 (back in range) - Target: $32,000 (range height = $2k) - Risk: $1,000 - Position: 0.2 BTC ($200 risk on $10k) **Outcome:** - Price runs to $33,000 - Target exceeded - Profit: $2,500 × 0.2 = $500 - Return: 2.5 × risk --- ### Example 4: Avoiding Chaos - Tesla **Setup:** - Regime: BULL TRENDING - LONG position from $240 - Elon tweets something crazy - Regime changes to CHAOS **Action:** - EXIT signal appears - Close position immediately - Current price: $242 (small profit) **Outcome:** - Next 3 days: wild swings - High $255, Low $230 - By staying out, avoided: - Potential stop out - Whipsaw losses - Stress **Result:** - Small profit preserved - Capital protected - Re-enter when regime stabilizes --- ## ALERTS SETUP ### Available Alerts 1. **Bull Trending Regime** - Market goes bullish 2. **Bear Trending Regime** - Market goes bearish 3. **Chaos Regime** - High volatility, stay out 4. **Long Entry Signal** - Buy opportunity 5. **Short Entry Signal** - Sell opportunity 6. **Long Exit Signal** - Close long 7. **Short Exit Signal** - Close short ### How to Set Up 1. Click **⏰ (Alert)** icon in TradingView 2. Select **Condition**: Choose indicator + alert type 3. **Options**: Popup, Email, Webhook, etc. 4. **Message**: Customize notification 5. Click **Create** ### Recommended Alert Strategy **For Active Traders:** - Long Entry Signal - Short Entry Signal - Long Exit Signal - Short Exit Signal **For Position Traders:** - Bull Trending Regime (enter longs) - Bear Trending Regime (enter shorts) - Chaos Regime (exit all) **For Conservative:** - Only regime change alerts - Manually review entries - More selective --- ## TIPS FOR SUCCESS ### 1. Start Small - Paper trade first - Then 0.5% risk - Build to 1-2% over time ### 2. Follow the Regime - Don't fight it - Adapt your style - Different tactics for each ### 3. Trust the Confluence - 4-5/5 = Best trades - 2-3/5 = Good trades - 1/5 = Skip unless desperate ### 4. Respect Exits - Don't hope and hold - Cut losses quickly - Take profits at targets ### 5. Avoid Chaos - Seriously, just stay out - Protect your capital - Wait for clarity ### 6. Keep a Journal - Record every trade - Note regime and confluence - Review weekly - Learn patterns ### 7. Backtest Thoroughly - 3+ years minimum - Multiple market conditions - Different assets - Walk-forward test ### 8. Be Patient - Best setups are rare - 1-3 trades per week is normal - Quality over quantity - Compound over time --- ## COMMON QUESTIONS **Q: How many trades per month should I expect?** A: Depends on timeframe and settings. Daily chart: 5-15 trades/month. 4H chart: 15-30 trades/month. **Q: What's a good win rate?** A: 55-65% is excellent. 50-55% is good. Below 50% needs adjustment. **Q: Should I trade all regimes?** A: Beginners: Only trending. Intermediate: Trending + ranging. Advanced: All except chaos. **Q: Can I use this on any timeframe?** A: Best on Daily and 4H. Works on 1H with more noise. Not recommended <1H. **Q: What if I'm in a trade and regime changes?** A: Exit immediately (if using indicator) or let strategy handle it automatically. **Q: How do I know if I'm over-optimizing?** A: If results are perfect on one period but fail on another. Use walk-forward testing. **Q: Should I always take 5/5 confluence trades?** A: Yes, but they're rare (1-2/month). Don't wait only for these. **Q: Can I combine this with other indicators?** A: Yes, but keep it simple. RSI, MACD already included. Maybe add volume profile. **Q: What assets work best?** A: Liquid stocks, major crypto, futures. Avoid forex spot (use futures), penny stocks. **Q: How long to hold positions?** A: Trending: Days to weeks. Ranging: Hours to days. Breakout: Days. Let the regime guide you. --- ## FINAL THOUGHTS This system gives you: - ✅ Clear market context (regime) - ✅ High-probability entries (confluence) - ✅ Defined exits (automatic signals) - ✅ Adaptable tactics (regime-specific) - ✅ Backtestable results (strategy version) **Success requires:** - 📚 Understanding each regime - 🎯 Following the signals - 💪 Discipline to wait - 🧠 Emotional control - 📊 Proper risk management **Start your journey:** 1. Load the indicator 2. Watch for 1 week (no trading) 3. Identify regime patterns 4. Paper trade for 1 month 5. Go live with small size 6. Scale up as you gain confidence **Remember:** The market will always be here. There's no rush. Master one regime at a time, and you'll be profitable in all conditions! Good luck! 🚀
Pine Script® indicator
by frankieho_92
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® indicator
by MonkeyPhone
Anchored Cumulative AverageAnchored Cumulative Price Average Overview The Anchored Cumulative Price Average plots the arithmetic mean of price values calculated from a user-defined start date and time. Instead of using a fixed lookback length, the average continuously incorporates every completed candle since the anchor point, producing a stable reference level that evolves as new data becomes available. The indicator supports custom source selection, optional higher-timeframe calculation, and an optional High / Low average mode, making it suitable for contextual market analysis across multiple time horizons. How It Works • A start date and time define the anchor point. • From that moment forward, the script accumulates price values and divides them by the total number of candles included. • The result is a cumulative (since-anchor) average, not a rolling moving average. • When a higher timeframe is selected, calculations are performed only when a new HTF candle completes, ensuring consistent aggregation. This approach creates an average that reflects the market’s mean price relative to a specific event, session, or structural point. Inputs • Calculation Timeframe Choose the timeframe used for the calculation. Leaving this empty uses the chart timeframe. • Start Date / Time Defines the anchor point from which the average begins. Source Select the price input used for the average: • Close, Open, High, Low • HL2, HLC3, OHLC4 • High & Low (plots separate averages for highs and lows) How to Use • Anchor the indicator to a session open, swing point, news event, or structural shift. • Observe how price interacts with the cumulative average as more data is added. • Use the High & Low mode to visualize mean price boundaries instead of a single central line. • Apply a higher timeframe to view broader contextual averages while remaining on a lower-timeframe chart. Common Use Cases • Contextual reference for mean price since a specific date or event • Market structure and balance analysis • Session-based or event-anchored price evaluation • Multi-timeframe alignment and bias assessment • Visual support tool alongside discretionary analysis Notes • This indicator does not predict price or generate trade signals. • It is designed as a contextual analysis tool and should be used in conjunction with other forms of market analysis. • The plotted values will change as new candles form after the anchor point.
Pine Script® indicator
by The_Forex_Steward
Stochastic RSI + RSI/ADX Stochastic RSI with RSI/ADX Display DESCRIPTION: Advanced momentum oscillator combining Stochastic RSI with Ehlers SuperSmoother filter for reduced noise and cleaner signals. Includes real-time RSI and ADX value displays for complete market analysis. KEY FEATURES: - Stochastic RSI applied to logarithmic price for normalized movements - Ehlers SuperSmoother filter reduces lag while eliminating false signals - Second derivative (curvature) analysis filters out low-probability setups - Real-time RSI and ADX boxes with color-coded thresholds - Buy/Sell signals only trigger with confirmed momentum and curvature alignment COMPONENTS: 1. K Line (Blue): Smoothed Stochastic RSI 2. D Line (Orange): Signal line (SMA of K) 3. RSI Box: Green above 50, Red below 50 4. ADX Box: Green above 25 (trending), Red below 25 (ranging) SIGNAL LOGIC: BUY: K crosses above D + positive curvature + below midpoint (50) SELL: K crosses below D + negative curvature + above midpoint (50) PARAMETERS: - K Smoothing: 10 (Ehlers filter period) - D Smoothing: 3 (Signal line) - RSI
Pine Script® indicator
by acgcapital
Ichimoku Trading Checklist - 5 Rules🧠 Description This indicator implements a rule-based checklist built on Ichimoku Kinko Hyo, complemented with RSI and price structure, designed to help traders objectively evaluate whether a bullish setup is valid or not. ⚠️ This indicator does NOT generate buy or sell signals. ⚠️ It is NOT a trading system or financial advice. The core philosophy is discipline and consistency: If there is no setup, there is no trade. ________________________________________ ✅ The 5 Rules Evaluated 1. Chikou Span above price (26 bars back) Confirms that current price is above historical price, validating a bullish context. 2. Bullish TK Cross (Tenkan-sen > Kijun-sen) Measures bullish momentum within the Ichimoku framework. 3. Bullish divergence or convergence between RSI and price Evaluates relative strength using recent RSI pivots and price structure. 4. Kumo breakout followed by a valid pullback Requires a bullish cloud breakout and a pullback that respects the structure. 5. Bullish Kumo (green cloud / twist) Confirms that the Ichimoku cloud supports a bullish bias. ________________________________________ 🚦 Decision Traffic Light (Final Row) The last row of the table provides a traffic-light style summary: • 🟢 5/5 rules met → Valid setup • 🟡 1–4 rules met → Incomplete setup • 🔴 0 rules met → No trade Core message displayed: “No setup, No trade!” 🚫 ________________________________________ 🎨 Customization Through the Inputs panel, users can customize: • Header, body, and footer background colors • Traffic-light colors and icons (🟢 🟡 🔴) • Text alignment (left / center / right) • Optional rule counter (x/5) ⚠️ Tables do not use TradingView’s Style tab; all customization is handled via Inputs. ________________________________________ ⏱️ Timeframe The indicator is timeframe-agnostic, but it was designed and tested primarily on the 1H timeframe, where Ichimoku and RSI structure tend to be more consistent. ________________________________________ ⚠️ Disclaimer This script is provided for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice or a recommendation to buy or sell any asset. Trading involves risk, and all decisions remain the sole responsibility of the user. Remember that every strategy is based on probabilities and scenarios that you have already tested in hundreds of trades. ________________________________________ 👤 Author © Yesid Correa Cano Pine Script v6 License: Mozilla Public License 2.0 (MPL-2.0)
Pine Script® indicator
by Yesid_Correa_Cano
Vertical Time LinesVertical Time Lines is an indicator that draws vertical lines at specific times of each day on the price chart. ⚙️ Main Features Up to 5 independent time lines Precise hour and minute editing (HH:MM) Individual enable/disable option per line Customizable line color and style Works on any asset and any timeframe 📝 Note Due to Pine Script limitations, the lines are drawn using UTC time, not the time zone configured on the chart. Lines are generated only when a candle exists exactly at the configured minute. If candles for the specified hours and minutes are not visible on the chart, the lines will not be displayed.
Pine Script® indicator
by MarkiStrategy
Advanced Rainbow EMA + SMMA SystemAdvanced Rainbow EMA + SMMA System This custom indicator overlays eight rainbow‑colored EMAs (20, 25, 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 55) together with two Smoothed Moving Averages (SMMA 50 in white, SMMA 200 in red). Features: 🌈 Rainbow EMAs: Smooth gradient from yellow → gold → orange → dark orange → tomato → crimson → red → blue, showing short‑ to medium‑term momentum. ⚪🔴 Smoothed Moving Averages: Thick white SMMA (50) and thick red SMMA (200) for long‑term trend context. 🟩🟥 Background shading: Green when EMAs align bullish and SMMA 50 > SMMA 200, red when bearish. 📈📉 Signal arrows: “BUY” labels on Golden Cross (SMMA 50 crossing above SMMA 200), “SELL” labels on Death Cross (SMMA 50 crossing below SMMA 200). 🔔 Alerts: Built‑in TradingView alerts for Golden/Death Cross and for strong bullish/bearish EMA alignment. Use case: This tool helps traders quickly visualize short‑term momentum against long‑term smoothed trend direction. It highlights strong trending conditions, potential reversals, and crossover signals, making it suitable for swing trading, trend following, and confirmation of entries/exits.
Pine Script® indicator
by Timbuktu49
NQ Key Levels [EOY 2025]Key Price Levels to Watch | Level | Type | Significance | |---|---|---| | 26,000 | Psychological Target | The "round number" magnet for the End of Year (EOY) close. | | 25,835 | Major Resistance | The recent high from Dec 10. A break above this signals the Santa Rally is live. | | 25,196 | Current Price | Friday's close. We are in "no man's land" here. | | 25,000 | Critical Support | A psychological floor. If NQ breaks below this next week, the bullish thesis weakens. | | 24,800 | Trend Defense | The "line in the sand." Bulls must defend this level to keep the uptrend intact. | Projected Path for NQ (Dec 15 – Dec 31, 2025) Dec 15–17 (Mon-Wed): Market tests support at 25,000. If it holds, buyers will step in. Dec 18–19 (Thu-Fri): Erratic price action due to Triple Witching expiry. Avoid heavy leverage here. Dec 22–31: Volume drops, but directional bias turns UP. The path of least resistance will be higher as sellers leave for the holidays.
Pine Script® indicator
by panchamsh95353
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® indicator
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