able bigtrades dom + liquidity sweep This Pine Script is a sophisticated **Order Flow and Liquidity analysis tool** designed for TradingView. It combines volume analysis, multi-exchange data, and price action to identify where institutional "whales" are entering the market.
Below is a detailed guide on how to interpret and use the **BigTrades DOM** indicator.
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## 1. Core Concept: Big Trades Detection
Instead of looking at raw volume, this indicator uses **Z-Scores** (Standard Deviations). It compares current volume to the average of the last 30 bars (customizable).
* **Tier 1 (Small Circles):** Significant volume, slightly above average.
* **Tier 2 (Medium Circles):** High volume ( by default). These often act as local support/resistance.
* **Tier 3 (Large Circles):** Extreme volume. These represent institutional "Big Trades" that usually lead to trend reversals or major continuations.
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## 2. Initiative (INIT) vs. Absorbed (ABS)
This is a powerful feature located in the **Confirmation** settings. It looks at what happens *after* a Tier 3 big trade occurs:
* **Initiative (Purple Circle `●`):** High volume occurs, and price **moves strongly** in that direction within bars. This confirms aggressive "Initiative" buying or selling.
* **Absorbed (Yellow Cross `✕`):** High volume occurs, but price **fails to move**. This indicates "Absorption"—where a large limit order (passive seller) is soaking up all the aggressive market buys, often leading to a reversal.
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## 3. Liquidity Sweep Detection
The script tracks "Pivots" (old highs and lows) and watches for **Stop Runs**.
* **Bullish Sweep (LTL-SWEEP):** Price dips below a previous Low (Liquidity) but immediately closes back above it, usually accompanied by a Big Trade. This is a classic "Stop Hunt" before a move up.
* **Bearish Sweep (LTH-SWEEP):** Price spikes above a previous High but closes below it. This indicates "trapped longs" and potential downside.
* **Visuals:** The script draws a **Dotted Box** and a **Horizontal Line** to mark the swept liquidity zone.
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## 4. The Mini DOM & Volume Profile
On the right side of your chart, you will see a real-time table:
* **Profile:** A visual histogram of volume distributed at specific price levels.
* **Bid/Ask:** Shows the estimated volume of sellers (Bid) and buyers (Ask) at those specific levels.
* **Delta (Δ):** The net difference. Green means more aggressive buyers; Red means more aggressive sellers.
* **Current Price:** Highlighted in Green to help you see where the "Value" is currently sitting.
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## 5. Multi-Exchange Aggregation (Crypto Only)
If you are trading a crypto pair (e.g., BTCUSD), the script can fetch volume data from **Binance, Bybit, OKX, Coinbase, and Kraken** simultaneously.
> **Why it matters:** It gives you a "Global" view of volume. If you see a Big Trade on your chart, but the Multi-Exchange data shows high volume across all 5 exchanges, the signal is much more reliable.
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## 6. How to Trade with this Indicator
### **Strategy A: The Liquidity Reversal**
1. Look for a **Liquidity Sweep** (LTL-SWEEP).
2. Wait for a **Big Trade (Tier 2 or 3)** to appear at the bottom of the sweep.
3. **Entry:** Long when the bar closes back above the sweep level.
4. **Target:** The opposite Liquidity High.
### **Strategy B: Following Initiative**
1. Wait for an **INIT (Purple Circle)** signal.
2. This confirms that the "Big Trade" has successfully pushed the market.
3. **Entry:** Enter in the direction of the INIT signal on the next pullback.
### **Strategy C: Fading Absorption**
1. Price reaches a resistance level.
2. An **ABS (Yellow Cross)** appears.
3. This means buyers are exhausted and being "absorbed" by a large seller.
4. **Entry:** Short on the break of the Absorption candle's low.
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## 7. Recommended Settings
* **Sensitivity (Sigma):** Set to `2.5` for volatile markets (Crypto) or `2.0` for slower markets (Forex/Stocks).
* **Normalize by ATR:** Keep this **ON**. it ensures that "Big Trades" are calculated relative to current market volatility.
* **Require Big Trade (Sweep):** Keep this **ON** to filter out "fake" sweeps that don't have institutional backing.
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Smart Money Flow Signals [QuantAlgo]🟢 Overview
The Smart Money Flow Signals indicator synthesizes significant volume-price dynamics through multi-component analysis to identify potential accumulation and distribution phases driven by substantial market participants. It combines Money Flow Index momentum, Chaikin Money Flow accumulation patterns, volume-weighted price momentum, and buying/selling pressure metrics into a unified composite oscillator that quantifies periods of concentrated capital movement, helping traders and investors identify conditions where significant volume participants may be actively positioning across multiple market conditions and timeframes.
🟢 How It Works
The indicator's core methodology lies in its weighted composite approach, where multiple volume-price components are calculated sequentially and then integrated to create a comprehensive significant flow activity signal.
First, the Money Flow Index (MFI) is calculated to measure buying and selling pressure by incorporating volume into price momentum analysis:
raw_money_flow = source * volume
positive_flow = source >= source ? raw_money_flow : 0
negative_flow = source < source ? raw_money_flow : 0
positive_money_flow = math.sum(positive_flow, mfi_period)
negative_money_flow = math.sum(negative_flow, mfi_period)
money_flow_index = 100 - 100 / (1 + positive_money_flow / negative_money_flow)
This creates an RSI-style momentum indicator that tracks whether money (price × volume) is flowing into or out of the asset, with values ranging from 0 to 100 where readings above 50 suggest buying pressure dominance.
Then, Chaikin Money Flow (CMF) is computed to evaluate accumulation and distribution by analyzing where prices close within each bar's range, weighted by volume:
money_flow_multiplier = high != low ? (close - low - (high - close)) / (high - low) : 0
money_flow_volume = money_flow_multiplier * volume
volume_sma = ta.sma(volume, trend_period)
chaikin_money_flow = volume_sma != 0 ? ta.sma(money_flow_volume, trend_period) / volume_sma : 0
Positive CMF values indicate accumulation (closes near the high of the range), while negative values indicate distribution (closes near the low of the range), with volume weighting emphasizing periods of significant participation.
Next, Volume Analysis is performed to quantify current volume intensity relative to historical averages:
volume_average = ta.sma(volume, trend_period)
volume_strength = volume_average != 0 ? volume / volume_average : 1
volume_weight = math.log(volume_strength + 1)
The logarithmic transformation creates a volume weight that amplifies signals during high-volume periods while preventing extreme volume spikes from overwhelming the composite calculation.
Following this, Buy/Sell Pressure is quantified by comparing cumulative volume during bullish versus bearish candles:
buying_pressure = math.sum(volume * (close >= open ? 1 : 0), trend_period)
selling_pressure = math.sum(volume * (close < open ? 1 : 0), trend_period)
pressure_ratio = (buying_pressure - selling_pressure) / (buying_pressure + selling_pressure) * 100
This creates a directional pressure ratio that reveals whether significant participants are predominantly buying or selling, expressed as a percentage between -100 (all selling) and +100 (all buying).
Then, Volume-Weighted Momentum is calculated through an exponential smoothing channel that adjusts price deviation based on volume intensity:
exponential_smooth_average = ta.ema(source, momentum_channel_period)
deviation = ta.ema(math.abs(source - exponential_smooth_average), momentum_channel_period)
channel_index = deviation != 0 ? (source - exponential_smooth_average) / (0.015 * deviation) * (1 + volume_weight * 0.5) : 0
This channel index measures how far price has deviated from its exponential average relative to typical deviation, with the volume weight multiplier (1 + volume_weight * 0.5) amplifying the signal when significant volume accompanies the price movement.
Finally, the Composite Wave is constructed by combining all components with specific weighting to create the final oscillator:
momentum_wave = ta.ema(channel_index, trend_period)
money_flow_wave = (money_flow_index - 50) * 1.2
chaikin_flow_wave = chaikin_money_flow * 100
composite_wave = momentum_wave * 0.5 + chaikin_flow_wave * 0.3 + money_flow_wave * 0.2
smoothed_wave = ta.sma(composite_wave, signal_smoothing)
This creates a multi-dimensional volume flow oscillator that combines price-volume momentum, accumulation-distribution patterns, and buying-selling pressure into a single signal, providing traders with probabilistic insights into periods of concentrated market activity and directional bias based on weighted component convergence.
🟢 Signal Interpretation
▶ Positive Values (Above Zero, Green): Composite money flow above equilibrium indicating net accumulation pressure, positive buying volume dominance, and bullish volume-price alignment = Favorable conditions for long positions, significant capital flowing into the asset = Buy/hold opportunities
▶ Negative Values (Below Zero, Red): Composite money flow below equilibrium indicating net distribution pressure, negative selling volume dominance, and bearish volume-price alignment = Unfavorable conditions for long positions, significant capital flowing out of the asset = Sell/short opportunities
▶ Extreme Overbought Zone: Excessive bullish money flow indicating potential accumulation exhaustion, where buying pressure may have reached unsustainable levels with elevated reversal risk = Caution on new longs, potential distribution phase beginning, profit-taking zone for existing positions
▶ Extreme Oversold Zone: Excessive bearish money flow indicating potential distribution exhaustion, where selling pressure may have reached unsustainable levels with elevated reversal risk = Caution on new shorts, potential accumulation phase beginning, buying opportunity zone for contrarian entries
▶ Smoothed Trend Line (White) Alignment: When the smoothed trend line confirms the composite wave direction, it validates the underlying volume-price trend and filters false signals caused by short-term noise
▶ Volume Intensity Correlation: Gradient intensity (color saturation) reflects combined wave strength, volume participation, and directional alignment, where darker/more saturated colors indicate stronger concentrated activity and higher-probability directional moves
🟢 Features
▶ Preconfigured Presets: Three optimized parameter configurations accommodate different trading styles, timeframes, and market analysis approaches.
1. "Default" provides balanced volume flow measurement suitable for swing trading on 4-hour and daily charts, offering moderate responsiveness to money flow shifts with standard RSI-equivalent MFI period and moderate smoothing for most market conditions.
2. "Fast Response" delivers heightened sensitivity optimized for active intraday trading and scalping on 1-minute to 1-hour charts, using compressed calculation periods across all components and minimal smoothing to capture rapid volume flow changes and quick trend shifts as they develop, ideal for early entry/exit opportunities with acceptance of increased signal frequency during consolidation.
3. "Smooth Trend" offers conservative extreme identification ideal for position trading and long-term analysis on daily to weekly charts, employing extended periods across all money flow components with substantial smoothing to filter short-term noise and isolate only strong, sustained accumulation and distribution phases driven by significant volume participants.
▶ Built-in Alerts: Seven alert conditions enable comprehensive automated monitoring of significant money flow transitions and extreme market states.
1. "Bullish Flow" triggers when the composite wave crosses above zero, signaling the shift from distribution to accumulation and concentrated buying activity beginning.
2. "Bearish Flow" activates when the composite wave crosses below zero, signaling the shift from accumulation to distribution and concentrated selling activity starting.
3. "Any Flow Direction Change" provides a combined notification for either bullish or bearish crossover regardless of direction, useful for general money flow momentum shifts.
4. "Extreme Overbought" alerts when the composite wave reaches or exceeds the overbought threshold (default +60), indicating excessive buying pressure and potential exhaustion.
5. "Extreme Oversold" notifies when the composite wave reaches or falls below the oversold threshold (default -60), indicating excessive selling pressure and potential capitulation.
6. "Overbought Reversal" triggers specifically when the wave crosses back down through the overbought level after being extended, signaling the beginning of distribution from extreme levels.
7. "Oversold Reversal" activates when the wave crosses back up through the oversold level after being extended, signaling the beginning of accumulation from extreme levels.
▶ Color Customization: Six visual themes (Classic, Aqua, Cosmic, Ember, Neon, plus Custom) accommodate different chart backgrounds and visual preferences, ensuring optimal contrast and immediate identification of bullish versus bearish volume flow conditions across various devices and screen sizes. Optional bar coloring provides instant visual context of current significant volume activity intensity and direction without switching between the price pane and indicator pane, enabling traders and investors to immediately assess volume-price positioning dynamics while analyzing price action.
SuperTrend - With Exits & Trade ZonesSuperTrend - With Exits & Trade Zones
Overview
An advanced trend-following indicator that combines pivot points with the SuperTrend methodology to create a complete trading system with entry signals, exit signals, and visual trade zones. This indicator adapts to market structure rather than just price action, providing more reliable trend identification.
What Makes This Unique
Unlike standard SuperTrend indicators that use moving averages, this version:
Uses actual pivot points to calculate a dynamic center line
Provides multiple entry mode options for different trading styles
Shows clear exit signals (both trailing stop and take profit)
Color-codes the entire chart into trade zones (Long, Short, No Trade)
Eliminates guesswork about when to enter, exit, and stay out
Features
📊 Core Indicator Components
Pivot Point Detection: Identifies local highs and lows in price structure
Dynamic Center Line: Weighted calculation using detected pivot points
ATR-Based Bands: Volatility-adjusted upper and lower bands
Trailing Stop Line: Adaptive stop-loss that follows the trend
🎯 Entry Signals
Four entry modes to match your trading style:
Immediate Mode ⚡
Signals right when the trailing stop breaks
Fastest entries for aggressive traders
Best for strong trending markets
Aggressive Mode 🔥 (Recommended)
Signals when price closes beyond break candle OR opens beyond it
Balanced speed and confirmation
Good for most market conditions
Balanced Mode ⚖️
Requires entire candle to close beyond break level
Moderate confirmation
Reduces false breakouts
Conservative Mode 🛡️
Waits for candle to open AND stay completely beyond break level
Highest confirmation, slowest entries
Best for choppy markets
🚪 Exit Signals
Three exit strategies:
Trailing Stop
Exits when price crosses back through the trailing stop line
Lets profits run in trending markets
Protects gains when trend weakens
Take Profit %
Exits at predetermined profit target
Locks in gains at specific percentage
Good for range-bound markets
Both
Uses whichever exit comes first
Combines profit protection with trend following
Recommended for most traders
🎨 Visual Trade Zones
Color-coded backgrounds eliminate confusion:
🟢 Light Green: Active LONG position
🔴 Light Red: Active SHORT position
⚫ Gray: NO TRADE ZONE (between exit and next signal)
📍 Additional Visual Elements
Diamond markers: Show when trailing stop is first broken
BUY/SELL labels: Clear entry signals in green/red
EXIT markers: Gray X for stop loss, Orange X (TP) for take profit
Pivot points: Optional display of detected highs/lows (H/L markers)
Support/Resistance: Optional circles at pivot levels
Settings & Parameters
Basic Settings
Pivot Point Period (default: 2)
Controls sensitivity of pivot detection
Lower = more pivots detected (more responsive)
Higher = fewer pivots (more stable)
ATR Factor (default: 3)
Distance multiplier for trailing stop bands
Lower = tighter stops (more signals, earlier exits)
Higher = wider stops (fewer signals, longer trades)
ATR Period (default: 10)
Lookback period for volatility calculation
Affects how quickly bands adapt to volatility changes
Entry Configuration
Entry Mode: Select from Immediate/Aggressive/Balanced/Conservative
Determines how quickly the indicator generates signals after a trend break
Exit Configuration
Exit Method: Choose Trailing Stop, Take Profit %, or Both
Take Profit % (default: 2%)
Set your profit target as percentage of entry price
Adjust based on volatility and timeframe
Display Options
Show Buy/Sell Labels: Toggle entry signal labels
Show Exit Signals: Toggle exit markers
Show Break Candles: Toggle diamond markers on trend breaks
Show Pivot Points: Display H/L markers at pivot points
Show PP Center Line: Display the dynamic center line
Show Support/Resistance: Display circles at S/R levels
How to Use
For Swing Traders
Set Entry Mode to "Balanced" or "Conservative"
Use "Both" exit method with 3-5% take profit
Enable all visual elements for complete market picture
Trade only in direction of colored zones
For Day Traders
Set Entry Mode to "Aggressive" or "Immediate"
Use "Trailing Stop" exit method to catch intraday trends
Lower ATR Factor to 2-2.5 for tighter stops
Watch for quick signals in the first 2 hours of trading
For Position Traders
Use higher timeframes (Daily/Weekly)
Set Entry Mode to "Conservative"
Increase Take Profit % to 5-10%
Use larger ATR Factor (4-5) for wider stops
General Trading Rules
✅ DO: Enter on BUY/SELL signals (green/red backgrounds)
✅ DO: Exit on EXIT/TP markers
❌ DON'T: Enter during gray NO TRADE ZONE
❌ DON'T: Counter-trend trade against the colored zone
Alerts
Set up the following alerts for automated trading notifications:
Buy Signal: Triggers when long entry conditions are met
Sell Signal: Triggers when short entry conditions are met
Exit Long: Triggers when long position should be closed
Exit Short: Triggers when short position should be closed
Trailing Stop Broken: Triggers on initial trend change
Best Practices
Timeframe Selection
1-5 min: Scalping (use Immediate/Aggressive mode)
15-60 min: Day trading (use Aggressive/Balanced mode)
4H-Daily: Swing trading (use Balanced/Conservative mode)
Weekly: Position trading (use Conservative mode)
Risk Management
Always use the EXIT signals - don't hold through gray zones
Position size based on distance to trailing stop
Never risk more than 1-2% per trade
Consider wider stops on higher timeframes
Market Conditions
Trending markets: Use Aggressive mode, Trailing Stop exits
Ranging markets: Use Conservative mode, Take Profit exits
High volatility: Increase ATR Factor, use Both exits
Low volatility: Decrease ATR Factor for tighter stops
Technical Details
Calculation Method
Detect pivot highs and lows using specified period
Calculate weighted center line: (previous_center × 2 + new_pivot) / 3
Calculate bands: Upper = Center - (ATR Factor × ATR), Lower = Center + (ATR Factor × ATR)
Determine trend based on price position relative to bands
Trail stop line follows the active trend direction
Signal Logic
Entry signals generated based on selected confirmation mode
Position tracking maintains state from entry to exit
Exit signals calculated from both trailing stop and take profit levels
Trade zones update in real-time based on position state
Limitations & Considerations
Works best in trending markets; may generate false signals in tight ranges
Not a holy grail - should be used with proper risk management
Past performance does not guarantee future results
Recommended to backtest on your specific instrument and timeframe
Consider combining with volume analysis or other indicators for confirmation
Version History
v1.0: Initial release with entry signals and confirmation modes
v1.1: Added exit signals (trailing stop and take profit)
v1.2: Added color-coded trade zones (Long/Short/No Trade)
Credits
Original Pivot Point SuperTrend concept by LonesomeTheBlue
Modified with exit signals and trade zone visualization
License
Mozilla Public License 2.0
Example Setups
Conservative Swing Trading
Pivot Point Period: 2
ATR Factor: 3
ATR Period: 10
Entry Mode: Conservative
Exit Method: Both
Take Profit %: 4%
Aggressive Day Trading
Pivot Point Period: 2
ATR Factor: 2.5
ATR Period: 10
Entry Mode: Aggressive
Exit Method: Trailing Stop
Position Trading
Pivot Point Period: 3
ATR Factor: 4
ATR Period: 14
Entry Mode: Balanced
Exit Method: Both
Take Profit %: 8%
Disclaimer: This indicator is for educational purposes only. Trading involves substantial risk. Always do your own research and never trade with money you cannot afford to lose.
Time-Segmented RVOLTime-Segmented RVOL
The Mathematical Flaw in Standard RVOL
Most Relative Volume (RVOL) indicators are built on a "Linear Scaling" hypothesis. They take the daily average and divide it by the number of bars in the day. This fails to account for the "Volume Smile"—the natural tendency for volume to be heavy at the open/close and dry up during mid-day. This leads to "False Highs" every morning and "False Lows" during lunch.
The Solution: Time-Slot Memory
This script uses a high-performance array to create a 20-Day Memory for every specific minute of the trading day.
Contextual Comparison: It compares the current 10:30 AM bar only to the previous twenty 10:30 AM bars.
Pre-Market Precision: Because it compares 4:00 AM volume to historical 4:00 AM volume, it can spot "early-bird" runners hours before the opening bell, identifying unusual interest when total volume is still low.
The Coherent Momentum Tiers
We have organized the color logic into four distinct, logical tiers to assist in rapid decision-making:
Cold (Blue): RVOL < 1.0 . Volume is below the historical average for this specific time slot.
Building (Green): RVOL 1.0 – 3.0. Active participation. The stock is "Awake" and moving with healthy, sustainable interest.
High Intensity (Yellow): RVOL 3.0 – 5.0. Extreme interest. The trade is becoming "crowded"; look for increased volatility.
Parabolic/Super High (Pink): RVOL > 5.0. Massive abnormality (5x+ normal volume). Common in small-cap "pumpers" and major institutional news events.
Trading Strategy: Spotting the "In-Play" Runner
The Awake Signal: Watch for a transition from Blue to Green. This confirms the ticker is "in-play" relative to its own 20-day history.
The Breakout: Look for Yellow or Pink bars accompanied by a price breakout from a consolidation zone. High RVOL confirms the move has real conviction.
Exhaustion (White X): The script includes built-in divergence tracking. If the price makes a new high but the RVOL bars are shrinking, a "White X" will appear. This suggests "Volume Exhaustion"—the fuel is running out.
Settings
Lookback (Days): Default is 20. This acts as a "Truth Filter" to ensure the baseline remains grounded in long-term reality rather than chasing short-term noise.
Custom Thresholds: Fully adjustable levels for the Green, Yellow, and Pink tiers to suit different asset classes (Small-caps vs. Mega-caps).
Gamma of Gamma - AnticipationGamma of Gamma — Anticipation Engine
What if you could detect market inflections before they become obvious? Not react to momentum — anticipate the momentum itself.
"Gamma here refers to mathematical acceleration (2nd derivative), NOT options Gamma"
Gamma of Gamma (GoG) operates one abstraction layer above conventional indicators. While RSI tells you what momentum did , GoG tells you what momentum is about to do . This is the difference between chasing price and positioning ahead of it.
Core Innovation: Traditional indicators measure first-order effects (price change) or second-order effects (momentum/acceleration). This system measures the third derivative — the rate of change of acceleration itself. When Gamma-of-Gamma reaches extremes, it signals that pressure dynamics are about to flip — often 2-5 bars before price visibly reacts.
Target Users: Discretionary traders, scalpers, and swing traders who want early positioning signals with statistical rigor. Effective on stocks, crypto, forex, and futures with meaningful volume data.
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WHY THIRD-DERIVATIVE ANALYSIS?
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The Hierarchy of Market Information
Most traders operate at the wrong level of abstraction:
• Price → What happened (lagging)
• Momentum → How fast it happened (still lagging)
• Gamma (2nd Derivative) → How momentum is changing (coincident)
• Gamma of Gamma (3rd Derivative) → How FAST that change is changing ( leading )
The third derivative captures inflection acceleration — the mathematical signature of regime transition. When GoG reaches extreme values, the market is telegraphing that current pressure dynamics are unsustainable.
Why This Beats RSI
RSI measures momentum magnitude. GoG measures momentum trajectory .
Consider this scenario: RSI reads 70 (overbought). Is the move exhausted or just getting started? RSI cannot tell you. GoG can — because it measures whether buying pressure is accelerating into the high RSI reading (continuation likely) or decelerating despite high RSI (reversal imminent).
RSI answers: "How strong was the move?"
GoG answers: "Is the move strengthening or weakening right now ?"
The first is historical. The second is predictive.
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MATHEMATICAL FOUNDATION
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Layer 1: Cumulative Volume Delta (CVD)
The foundation is order flow approximation:
• Up bar (close > prior close): Volume classified as buying pressure
• Down bar (close < prior close): Volume classified as selling pressure
• CVD = Running sum of signed volume
Interpretation: Rising CVD indicates net aggressive buying. Falling CVD indicates net aggressive selling. CVD divergence from price often precedes reversals.
Layer 2: Gamma (Second Derivative)
Gamma measures acceleration of order flow:
Formula: Gamma = CVD - 2×CVD + CVD
This is the discrete second derivative — the rate of change of the rate of change. When Gamma spikes positive, buying pressure is accelerating . When Gamma spikes negative, selling pressure is accelerating.
Layer 3: Gamma of Gamma (Third Derivative)
GoG measures jerk — the acceleration of acceleration:
Formula: GoG = Gamma - 2×Gamma + Gamma
Critical insight: Extreme GoG readings indicate that current pressure dynamics are reaching an inflection point. The system is "overextended" in its current trajectory and will likely revert or reverse.
Layer 4: Z-Score Normalization
Raw GoG values are normalized against their 50-period distribution:
Formula: GoG_Z = (GoG - Mean_50) / StdDev_50
Benefit: Z-scores are regime-adaptive. A "2.0" reading always means "2 standard deviations from normal" regardless of whether you're trading a penny stock or ES futures. This makes thresholds consistent across instruments and timeframes.
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SIGNAL GENERATION LOGIC
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Long Signal (Bullish Anticipation)
Triggers when:
• GoG Z-score < -Threshold (default -2.0)
• Volume > Average Volume × Minimum Multiple (default 1.2×)
Interpretation: Selling pressure acceleration has reached an extreme negative reading. The selling is "exhausting itself" — acceleration is peaking and will soon decelerate. Buyers are likely to step in.
Short Signal (Bearish Anticipation)
Triggers when:
• GoG Z-score > +Threshold (default +2.0)
• Volume > Average Volume × Minimum Multiple (default 1.2×)
Interpretation: Buying pressure acceleration has reached an extreme positive reading. The buying is "exhausting itself" — often occurs at blow-off tops, failed breakouts, or momentum climaxes.
Why Volume Confirmation?
Gamma acceleration in thin liquidity is meaningless noise. The volume filter ensures signals occur only when meaningful participation backs the pressure dynamics. This dramatically reduces false signals during low-activity periods.
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CONFIDENCE ENGINE
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Not all signals are equal. The Confidence Engine quantifies signal strength:
Confidence Calculation:
Confidence = 50 + ((|Z-Score| - Threshold) / Threshold) × 100
Capped at 100%
Visual Representation:
• Small orb = Low confidence (50-65%)
• Normal orb = Medium confidence (65-80%)
• Large orb = High confidence (80-100%)
Orb transparency also adjusts — high-confidence signals appear brighter and more prominent. This creates intuitive visual hierarchy where stronger signals demand more attention.
Practical Use:
• High confidence (>80%): Consider larger position size, tighter stops
• Medium confidence (50-80%): Standard position size
• Low confidence (<50%): Reduced size or wait for confirmation
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INTEGRATED BACKTESTER
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Every signal system needs accountability. The onboard backtester provides real-time performance tracking:
Core Metrics:
• Total Trades
• Win Rate
• Profit Factor
• Expectancy (average P&L per trade)
• Net P&L
• Max Drawdown
• Average Win / Average Loss
Methodology:
• Positions held for configurable bar count (default 10 bars)
• Forces objective evaluation independent of discretionary exits
• Updates in real-time as new trades complete
Optimizer Mode:
Enable for parameter tuning research:
• Stability Score (0-100 points): Composite evaluation of parameter robustness
• Trade Density : Signals per 1000 bars — monitors over/under-trading
• Parameter Display : Current settings for documentation
• Robustness Rating : ROBUST / STABLE / FRAGILE / OVERFIT
Stability Scoring Breakdown:
• Win Rate ≥55%: +25 points | ≥50%: +15 points | ≥45%: +5 points
• Expectancy >0.5%: +25 points | >0.1%: +15 points | >0%: +5 points
• Total Trades ≥30: +25 points | ≥20: +15 points | ≥10: +5 points
• Profit Factor ≥1.5: +25 points | ≥1.2: +15 points | ≥1.0: +5 points
Target: 60+ points indicates stable parameters. Below 40 suggests overfitting risk.
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CHART EXECUTION SIGNALS
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Unique feature: Entry and exit markers display directly on the price chart via force_overlay, even though the indicator runs in a separate pane.
Visual Markers:
• ▲ Green Triangle (below bar): Long entry at exact price level
• ▼ Red Triangle (above bar): Short entry at exact price level
• ✕ Gold X-Cross : Position exit after hold period
Benefit: Immediate visual correlation between GoG signals and price action. Review historical trades without switching between panes.
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DUAL DASHBOARD SYSTEM
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Main Dashboard — Real-Time State
Displays:
• Current GoG regime (EXTREME HIGH / EXTREME LOW / NEUTRAL)
• GoG Z-Score (numerical)
• Raw GoG value
• Gamma value
• CVD (Cumulative Volume Delta)
• Volume status (Active/Low with ratio)
• Signal state (Scanning / Long Signal / Short Signal / In Position)
• Confidence meter with visual bar
• Entry price when in position
Backtest Dashboard — Performance Metrics
Displays all backtester metrics in compact format. Switches to Optimizer view when Optimizer Mode enabled.
Both dashboards feature:
• Configurable position (6 locations including Middle Left/Right)
• Adjustable text size (Tiny/Small/Normal/Large)
• Transparency control for visual integration
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PARAMETER GUIDE
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Calculation Settings
• GoG Extreme Threshold (default 2.0): Z-score level for signal generation. Higher = fewer but stronger signals. Range: 0.5-5.0
• Gamma Smoothing (default 3): SMA period for Gamma. Lower = more responsive, more noise. Higher = smoother, more lag. Range: 1-20
• GoG Smoothing (default 5): SMA period for GoG. Filters micro-spikes while preserving structural inflections. Range: 1-20
• Min Volume Multiple (default 1.2): Volume must exceed this multiple of 20-period average. Ensures signals have participation backing. Range: 0.5-3.0
Backtester Settings
• Backtest Hold Bars (default 10): Forced holding period for backtester evaluation. Adjust based on timeframe and trading style.
• Parameter Optimizer Mode : Enables extended metrics for tuning research.
Tuning by Timeframe
Scalping (1-5 min):
Threshold: 1.5-2.0 | Gamma Smooth: 2-3 | GoG Smooth: 3-4 | Hold: 5-8 bars
Day Trading (15-60 min):
Threshold: 2.0-2.5 | Gamma Smooth: 3-5 | GoG Smooth: 5-7 | Hold: 8-12 bars
Swing Trading (4H-Daily):
Threshold: 2.5-3.0 | Gamma Smooth: 5-7 | GoG Smooth: 7-10 | Hold: 10-15 bars
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HOW TO USE: PRACTICAL WORKFLOW
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Step 1: Identify Regime
Watch the GoG Z-score line. Most of the time it oscillates within the neutral zone (between thresholds). This is "scanning" mode — no actionable signal.
Step 2: Wait for Extreme
When Z-score crosses threshold AND volume confirms, a signal fires. The orb appears in the indicator pane; the triangle appears on price chart.
Step 3: Assess Confidence
Check orb size and dashboard confidence reading:
• Large bright orb + 80%+ confidence = High conviction setup
• Small faint orb + <60% confidence = Requires additional confirmation
Step 4: Execute with Context
GoG signals anticipate — they don't confirm. Use price structure (support/resistance), higher timeframe trend, or other confirmation before entry.
Step 5: Manage Position
Exit markers show backtester exits. For live trading, consider:
• Time-based exit (signal's hold period)
• Opposite signal exit
• Fixed R:R targets
Step 6: Review Performance
Check Backtest Dashboard regularly. If Win Rate drops below 45% or Expectancy goes negative, reassess parameters or market conditions.
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WHAT THIS INDICATOR IS — AND ISN'T
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This Indicator IS:
✅ State-transition detector (balance → imbalance)
✅ Early warning system for momentum shifts
✅ Anticipation tool for pre-positioning
✅ Statistical framework with built-in accountability
This Indicator IS NOT:
❌ Mechanical buy/sell system (requires discretion)
❌ Trend-following indicator
❌ Reversal-only indicator
❌ Replacement for risk management
Best Use Cases:
• Detecting early reversals before obvious confirmation
• Anticipating breakouts during volatility compression
• Timing pullback entries in established trends
• Identifying exhaustion at momentum climaxes
Challenging Conditions:
• Extremely low volume environments
• News-driven gaps (no order flow to measure)
• Instruments with unreliable volume data
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ORIGINALITY STATEMENT
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Innovation 1: Third-Derivative Order Flow Analysis
While first and second derivatives are common, applying third-derivative (jerk) analysis to cumulative volume delta is novel. This captures inflection points that lower-order analysis misses entirely.
Innovation 2: Z-Score Adaptive Thresholds
Rather than fixed thresholds that require per-instrument tuning, z-score normalization creates self-adapting signal levels that work consistently across any liquid instrument.
Innovation 3: Confidence-Weighted Visual System
Dynamic orb sizing and transparency based on signal strength provides intuitive visual hierarchy. Stronger signals literally appear larger and brighter.
Innovation 4: Integrated Accountability
Built-in backtester with optimizer mode enables parameter validation directly on chart. No external tools or spreadsheets required.
Innovation 5: Dual-Pane Execution Visualization
Force-overlay chart signals bridge the gap between indicator pane and price action, enabling immediate visual trade review.
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LIMITATIONS & DISCLAIMERS
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Technical Limitations
• Volume classification uses bar direction (close vs prior close), not tick-level aggressor data. Precision loss estimated 10-15% vs institutional-grade data.
• CVD approximation assumes volume follows price direction. Works well in trending conditions; less precise in choppy markets.
• Backtester uses fixed hold period, not optimal exit logic. Real performance may vary with proper trade management.
Market Limitations
• Requires meaningful volume data. Avoid instruments with reported volume issues.
• Signals may cluster during high-volatility events. Not every signal should be traded.
• Anticipation signals appear early by design. Patience required — price may continue against signal briefly before reversing.
Risk Disclosure
• Trading involves risk of loss. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
• This indicator provides analysis tools, not financial advice.
• Always use proper position sizing and risk management.
• Backtest results are hypothetical and do not include slippage, commissions, or fees.
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RECOMMENDED SETTINGS BY MARKET
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Crypto (BTC, ETH, SOL)
Threshold: 1.8-2.2 | Gamma: 3 | GoG: 5 | Volume: 1.3x | TF: 15min-4H
Notes: Higher volatility produces more signals. Consider higher threshold to filter.
Forex Majors (EURUSD, GBPUSD)
Threshold: 2.0-2.5 | Gamma: 4 | GoG: 6 | Volume: 1.2x | TF: 5min-1H
Notes: Lower volatility requires patience. Volume proxy via tick volume works adequately.
Stocks (Large Cap)
Threshold: 2.0-2.5 | Gamma: 3-4 | GoG: 5-6 | Volume: 1.2x | TF: 15min-Daily
Notes: Real volume data provides cleanest signals. Watch for opening/closing auction distortions.
Futures (ES, NQ, CL)
Threshold: 2.0-2.3 | Gamma: 3 | GoG: 5 | Volume: 1.2x | TF: 5min-1H
Notes: Excellent volume data. Session boundaries may produce false signals — consider RTH only.
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CONCLUSION
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Gamma of Gamma represents a fundamental shift in signal philosophy: from reacting to momentum to anticipating momentum.
By operating at the third derivative of order flow, this system detects the mathematical signatures of regime transition — the moments when current pressure dynamics become unsustainable and reversal becomes probable.
This is not another oscillator telling you what already happened. This is an anticipation engine positioning you for what's about to happen.
Stop chasing. Start anticipating.
RSI tells you where momentum was. GoG tells you where it's going.
Taking you to school. - Dskyz , Trade with probability. Trade with anticipation. Trade with GoG
TRIZONACCI_Mean reversal_signalsMarket State Engine
Deterministic Confidence-Scoring System for TradingView
A professional-grade PineScript v5 indicator that scores market conditions from 0-100, helping traders identify high-quality trading opportunities through systematic structure analysis, VWAP positioning, order flow dynamics, and time-based context.
🎯 Overview
The Market State Engine is not a trading bot—it's a noise-reduction and opportunity-ranking system designed to filter market conditions and surface only the highest-quality setups.
Instead of blindly taking every signal, this indicator:
✅ Scores market conditions objectively (0-100 scale)
✅ Filters out low-probability setups automatically
✅ Classifies opportunities into A, A+, and A++ grades
✅ Alerts only on confirmed structure shifts with supporting context
✅ Keeps the human in control - provides intelligence, not automation
Philosophy: Reduce Noise. Enforce Discipline. Surface Quality.
🚀 Key Features
Deterministic Scoring - No black boxes, fully explainable logic
Multi-Factor Analysis - Combines 4 independent market state components
Structure-First Approach - Only alerts on confirmed pivot breaks
VWAP Mean Reversion Logic - Directional filtering based on VWAP zones
Order Flow Proxy - CVD divergence and confirmation detection
Session-Aware Scoring - Prioritizes high-volume New York sessions
Alert De-Duplication - One alert per unique structure shift
Zero Repainting - Uses confirmed pivots only (left=2, right=2)
Fully Configurable - All parameters exposed as inputs
Visual Feedback - VWAP bands, setup labels, and real-time score panel
📊 Scoring System (0-100)
The Market State Engine evaluates four independent components, each contributing up to 25 points for a maximum total score of 100.
🎯 Component Breakdown
Component Max Points Description
VWAP Context 25 Measures price deviation from session VWAP
Structure Shift 25 Confirms pivot breakout (HARD GATE)
CVD Alignment 25 Detects order flow divergence/confirmation
Time-of-Day 25 Identifies high-probability trading sessions
1️⃣ VWAP Context (Max 25 Points)
Purpose: Identifies extreme price deviations from fair value for mean-reversion opportunities.
VWAP (Volume-Weighted Average Price) is calculated session-anchored to New York market time, with standard deviation bands creating zones of opportunity.
Band Structure:
1st Band: ±1σ from VWAP (fair value zone)
2nd Band: ±2σ from VWAP (moderate deviation)
3rd Band: ±3σ from VWAP (extreme deviation)
Scoring Logic (Exclusive):
Price in 3rd VWAP Band (>2σ and ≤3σ) → +25 points
Price in 2nd VWAP Band (>1σ and ≤2σ) → +15 points
Otherwise (inside 1σ or beyond 3σ) → 0 points
Key Insight: The further price stretches from VWAP, the higher the probability of mean reversion.
2️⃣ Structure Shift (Max 25 Points) — HARD GATE
Purpose: Confirms momentum shift through confirmed pivot breakouts.
⚠️ CRITICAL: Structure shift is mandatory. If no valid structure shift occurs, the total score becomes 0 regardless of other factors.
Detection Method:
Uses TradingView's ta.pivothigh() and ta.pivotlow() functions with locked parameters:
Left bars: 2
Right bars: 2
Source: Configurable (Wick or Body)
Break confirmation: Candle close only
Bullish Structure Shift:
✅ Prior swing high exists (confirmed pivot)
✅ Current candle closes above swing high + tick buffer
✅ Must occur in VWAP 2nd or 3rd band
✅ VWAP Filter: Price must be at or below VWAP (lower bands)
Bearish Structure Shift:
✅ Prior swing low exists (confirmed pivot)
✅ Current candle closes below swing low - tick buffer
✅ Must occur in VWAP 2nd or 3rd band
✅ VWAP Filter: Price must be at or above VWAP (upper bands)
Scoring:
Valid structure shift → +25 points
No structure shift → Total score = 0
Tick Buffer: Default 5 ticks (configurable) - prevents false breaks from minor price noise.
3️⃣ CVD Alignment (Max 25 Points)
Purpose: Detects institutional order flow through volume delta analysis.
CVD (Cumulative Volume Delta) is a proxy for order flow:
Close > Open → +Volume (buying pressure)
Close < Open → -Volume (selling pressure)
Scoring Logic:
Condition Points Description
Divergence +25 Price makes higher high + CVD makes lower high (bearish)
Price makes lower low + CVD makes higher low (bullish)
Confirmation +20 Price and CVD both make higher highs or lower lows
Neutral 0 No clear divergence or confirmation
Lookback Window: Last 20 bars (configurable) - prevents stale divergences.
Key Insight: Divergences suggest weakening momentum, while confirmations validate the trend.
4️⃣ Time-of-Day Context (Max 25 Points)
Purpose: Prioritizes high-volume, high-volatility New York sessions.
Scored Sessions (America/New_York timezone):
Session Time Range (NY) Points Description
Pre-Market 03:00 - 04:00 +25 Early liquidity injection
Market Open 09:30 - 11:30 +25 Highest volume period
Off-Hours All other times 0 Lower probability setups
Key Insight: Structure shifts during active sessions have higher follow-through probability.
🏆 Setup Classification
Setups are graded based on total score thresholds (configurable):
Grade Score Range Typical Components Quality Level
A++ Setup ≥90 All 4 factors aligned
(VWAP 3rd band + Structure + CVD + Session) Premium - Rare
A+ Setup ≥75 Structure + VWAP + CVD or Session
(3 of 4 factors) High - Select
A Setup ≥60 Structure + VWAP + Session
(Minimum viable setup) Good - Regular
No Grade <60 Insufficient confluence Filtered out
Default Thresholds:
A Setup: 60 points
A+ Setup: 75 points
A++ Setup: 90 points
📥 Installation
Step 1: Download the Indicator
Download the market_state_engine.pine file from this repository.
Step 2: Add to TradingView
Open TradingView
Open the Pine Editor (bottom panel)
Click "New" → "Blank indicator"
Delete all default code
Paste the contents of market_state_engine.pine
Click "Add to Chart"
Step 3: Configure for Your Symbol
Click the gear icon next to the indicator name
Adjust Tick Size for your instrument:
ES futures: 0.25
NQ futures: 0.25
Stocks: 0.01
Save settings
⚙️ Configuration
Symbol Settings
Parameter Default Description
Tick Size 0.25 Minimum price movement for your symbol
Tick Buffer Count 5 Ticks beyond swing for valid break
VWAP Settings
Parameter Default Description
VWAP Band 1 (σ) 1.0 1st standard deviation multiplier
VWAP Band 2 (σ) 2.0 2nd standard deviation multiplier
VWAP Band 3 (σ) 3.0 3rd standard deviation multiplier
Session Settings
Parameter Default Description
Session 1 0300-0400 Pre-market window (NY time)
Session 2 0930-1130 Market open window (NY time)
Score Thresholds
Parameter Default Description
A Setup Threshold 60 Minimum score for A grade
A+ Setup Threshold 75 Minimum score for A+ grade
A++ Setup Threshold 90 Minimum score for A++ grade
CVD Settings
Parameter Default Description
CVD Divergence Lookback 20 Maximum bars for divergence detection
Swing Settings
Parameter Default Options Description
Swing Detection Method Wick Wick / Body Use high/low or open/close for pivots
Visual Settings
Parameter Default Description
Show VWAP Bands ✅ Display VWAP and standard deviation bands
Show Setup Labels ✅ Display setup markers on chart
Show Score Panel ✅ Display real-time score breakdown
📖 How to Use
Step 1: Apply to 1-Minute Chart
⚠️ The indicator is locked to 1-minute timeframe - do not use on other timeframes.
Step 2: Understand the Visual Signals
Setup Labels
Green Triangle (▲) - Bullish (Long) setup detected
Red Triangle (▼) - Bearish (Short) setup detected
Label shows Grade (A/A+/A++) and Total Score
VWAP Bands
Yellow Line - Session VWAP (fair value)
Blue Bands - ±1σ (fair value zone)
Purple Bands - ±2σ (moderate deviation)
Red Bands - ±3σ (extreme deviation)
Score Panel (Top Right)
Real-time breakdown of all four components:
Component Score
VWAP Zone 15/25
Structure 25/25
CVD 20/25
Session 25/25
TOTAL 85/100 (A+)
Step 3: Interpret Signals
Valid Long Setup:
✅ Green triangle below candle
✅ Price in lower VWAP bands (below VWAP)
✅ Structure shift breaks swing high
✅ Score ≥60
Valid Short Setup:
✅ Red triangle above candle
✅ Price in upper VWAP bands (above VWAP)
✅ Structure shift breaks swing low
✅ Score ≥60
Step 4: Set Up Alerts (See Alert Conditions section)
🚦 Signal Filters (VWAP Zone Logic)
The indicator uses directional VWAP filtering to prevent counter-trend signals:
Long Signals (Green)
Only allowed when price is AT or BELOW VWAP
✅ Lower 2nd band (-2σ to -1σ)
✅ Lower 3rd band (-3σ to -2σ)
✅ At VWAP exactly
❌ BLOCKED in upper bands (above VWAP)
Logic: Longs when price is stretched below fair value (mean reversion)
Short Signals (Red)
Only allowed when price is AT or ABOVE VWAP
✅ Upper 2nd band (+1σ to +2σ)
✅ Upper 3rd band (+2σ to +3σ)
✅ At VWAP exactly
❌ BLOCKED in lower bands (below VWAP)
Logic: Shorts when price is stretched above fair value (mean reversion)
🎨 Visual Elements
Chart Overlays
Element Color Description
VWAP Line Yellow Session-anchored fair value
±1σ Bands Blue Fair value zone (no score)
±2σ Bands Purple Moderate deviation (15 pts)
±3σ Bands Red Extreme deviation (25 pts)
Swing Highs Red ▼ Confirmed pivot highs
Swing Lows Green ▲ Confirmed pivot lows
Session Background Light Green Active high-value session
Setup Labels
Bullish Setup:
A+
▲ 75
Green label below candle, shows grade and score
Bearish Setup:
A++
▼ 90
Red label above candle, shows grade and score
Score Panel
Real-time table in top-right corner:
Individual component scores (0-25 each)
Total score (0-100)
Current setup grade (A/A+/A++)
Updates in real-time as market conditions change
🔔 Alert Conditions
Setting Up Alerts
Method 1: Built-in Alert Conditions
Click "Create Alert" in TradingView
Select Market State Engine as condition
Choose alert type:
Bullish Setup - Long signals only
Bearish Setup - Short signals only
Any Setup - All signals
Set to "Once Per Bar Close"
Configure notification method (app, email, webhook)
Method 2: Custom Alert Message
Alert messages include full breakdown:
A+ Setup Detected (Score: 85)
Components: VWAP(25) + Structure(25) + CVD(20) + Time(15)
CVD State: Confirmation
Direction: Long
Timeframe: 1m
Alert Behavior
✅ One alert per unique pivot break - no spam
✅ Fires on candle close only - no repainting
✅ Minimum score filter - only A grade or higher (≥60)
✅ Direction-specific - separate bullish/bearish conditions
⚠️ No cooldown between different pivots - multiple alerts per session allowed if different swing levels break
🔧 Technical Details
Timeframe Lock
Required: 1-minute chart only
Reason: Scoring model calibrated for 1m micro-structure
Future: Multi-timeframe support planned for v2
Timezone Configuration
Hard-coded: America/New_York
Session Detection: Uses TradingView's native session functions
Consistency: All time-based logic uses NY timezone
Swing Detection Parameters
Locked to specification:
ta.pivothigh(source, left=2, right=2)
ta.pivotlow(source, left=2, right=2)
Implications:
Pivots confirmed 2 bars after formation
No repainting - historical pivots don't move
4-bar minimum swing structure (2 left + pivot + 2 right)
VWAP Calculation
Type: Session-anchored (resets daily)
Source: Typical price (high + low + close) / 3
Weighting: Volume-weighted
Standard Deviation: True population standard deviation
CVD Proxy Formula
barDelta = close > open ? volume : close < open ? -volume : 0
CVD = cumulative sum of barDelta (session-reset)
Performance Limits
Max Labels: 500 (TradingView limit)
Max Bars Back: 500
Memory: Lightweight - uses only essential variables
💡 Best Practices
1. Use as a Filter, Not a Strategy
❌ Don't: Blindly take every signal
✅ Do: Use score as confluence for your existing analysis
2. Higher Grades = Better Probability
A Setups (60-74): Regular opportunities, still require discretion
A+ Setups (75-89): High-quality, multiple factors aligned
A++ Setups (90-100): Rare premium opportunities, strongest edge
3. Respect the VWAP Zone Filter
The indicator automatically blocks:
Longs in upper VWAP bands (counter-trend)
Shorts in lower VWAP bands (counter-trend)
Trust this logic - it enforces mean reversion discipline.
4. Monitor the Score Panel
Watch which components are scoring to understand why a setup formed:
Missing CVD score? → No order flow confirmation
Missing Time score? → Outside high-volume sessions
Low VWAP score? → Weak deviation from fair value
5. Combine with Risk Management
The indicator provides opportunity scoring, not position sizing:
Use stop losses based on swing structure
Scale position size with setup grade (larger on A++, smaller on A)
Set profit targets at VWAP or opposing band
6. Session Awareness
Prioritize signals during active sessions:
03:00-04:00 NY: Pre-market momentum
09:30-11:30 NY: Highest volume, tightest spreads
Off-hours signals (0 time score) are lower probability but still valid if other factors strong.
7. Understand the Hard Gate
If no structure shift occurs:
Total score = 0
No alerts fire
Other components irrelevant
Why? Structure shift confirms momentum change - without it, there's no tradable opportunity.
8. Avoid Over-Optimization
Default settings are well-calibrated:
Don't chase "perfect" parameters
Test changes on historical data before live use
Document any modifications
9. Leverage Alert De-Duplication
The indicator prevents spam automatically:
One alert per unique swing break
New swing levels = new alerts
No need to manually filter notifications
10. Supplement with Price Action
Use the indicator alongside:
Support/resistance levels
Order flow footprint charts
Volume profile
Market internals (breadth, TICK, etc.)
📚 Example Scenarios
Example 1: A++ Premium Setup (Score: 95)
Price: In lower 3rd VWAP band (-2.8σ) → VWAP: 25 pts
Structure: Close breaks swing high → Structure: 25 pts
CVD: Price LL + CVD HL (bullish div) → CVD: 25 pts
Time: 10:15 AM NY (market open) → Time: 25 pts
Direction: LONG (price below VWAP) → Valid
Grade: A++ (95/100)
Interpretation: All factors aligned - premium mean-reversion long opportunity.
Example 2: A+ Strong Setup (Score: 80)
Price: In upper 2nd VWAP band (+1.5σ) → VWAP: 15 pts
Structure: Close breaks swing low → Structure: 25 pts
CVD: Price HH + CVD LH (bearish div) → CVD: 25 pts
Time: 2:00 PM NY (off-hours) → Time: 0 pts
Direction: SHORT (price above VWAP) → Valid
Grade: A+ (65/100)
Interpretation: Strong setup despite off-hours, bearish divergence adds confidence.
Example 3: Filtered Setup (Score: 0)
Price: In upper 3rd VWAP band (+2.5σ) → VWAP: 25 pts (if allowed)
Structure: Close breaks swing high → Structure: BLOCKED
CVD: Price HH + CVD HH (confirmation) → CVD: 20 pts (if allowed)
Time: 10:00 AM NY → Time: 25 pts (if allowed)
Direction: LONG (price ABOVE VWAP) → ❌ INVALID ZONE
Grade: None (0/100) - NO ALERT
Interpretation: VWAP filter blocked long signal in upper band - prevents counter-trend trade.
🛠️ Troubleshooting
No Signals Appearing
✅ Verify you're on 1-minute chart
✅ Check Tick Size matches your symbol
✅ Ensure VWAP Bands are visible
✅ Wait for confirmed pivots (requires at least 5 bars of history)
Alerts Not Firing
✅ Confirm alert is set to "Once Per Bar Close"
✅ Check score threshold (must be ≥60 by default)
✅ Verify VWAP zone filter isn't blocking signals
✅ Check that structure shift is actually occurring
Score Always Zero
✅ No structure shift detected (hard gate active)
✅ Price may not be in valid VWAP zone (2nd or 3rd band)
✅ Insufficient swing history (wait for pivots to form)
Too Many/Too Few Signals
Too many signals:
Increase A Setup Threshold (e.g., 70 instead of 60)
Increase Tick Buffer Count (reduces false breaks)
Too few signals:
Decrease A Setup Threshold (e.g., 50 instead of 60)
Decrease Tick Buffer Count (more sensitive to breaks)
📜 License
This indicator is provided under the Mozilla Public License 2.0.
🤝 Credits
Developed as a professional trading tool for systematic opportunity identification.
Philosophy: Reduce noise. Enforce discipline. Keep the human in control.
📞 Support
For questions, issues, or feature requests, please consult:
This README documentation
The specification document (pinescript_market_state_engine_spec.docx)
Inline code comments in market_state_engine.pine
🔄 Version History
v1.0 (Current)
Initial release
4-component scoring model (VWAP + Structure + CVD + Time)
VWAP zone directional filtering
Alert de-duplication
Configurable inputs
Real-time score panel
Session-aware logic
🎓 Understanding the Numbers
Quick Reference Card
Score Range Grade Quality Typical Use
90-100 A++ Premium Highest conviction trades
75-89 A+ High Strong probability setups
60-74 A Good Acceptable with discretion
0-59 None Filtered Skip or wait for confluence
Component Contribution Examples
Minimum A Setup (60 points):
Structure (25) + VWAP 3rd band (25) + Time (25) = 75 ✅
Typical A+ Setup (75 points):
Structure (25) + VWAP 2nd band (15) + CVD confirm (20) + Time (25) = 85 ✅
Maximum A++ Setup (100 points):
Structure (25) + VWAP 3rd band (25) + CVD divergence (25) + Time (25) = 100 ✅
🎯 Final Reminder
This is NOT a trading bot.
This is NOT financial advice.
This is a decision-support tool.
Always:
✅ Use proper risk management
✅ Understand the logic before trading
✅ Backtest on your symbols
✅ Keep the human in control
Happy Trading! 📈
Overshoot Stop Detector (EMA20 + ATR)How to read the signals (to match what you're doing):
An "OS" (Offside) above the previous bar indicates an overshoot.
A "STOP" (Stop) below the current bar indicates a potential "stop-loss" after an overshoot.
Then you can set a Beer-style trigger, for example:
Enter when the price breaks through the high of the STOP bar.
Or enter when the price closes green above the high of the STOP bar.
Then set your TP (Take Profit) at 10 to 15% as you've hypothesized.
(5M) REG SuperTrend Pullback SystemThis indicator implements a rule-based SuperTrend pullback system
designed for short-term trend continuation.
Core features:
• Regression-based SuperTrend with flip detection
• Pullback + reclaim entry logic (non-repainting, bar-close confirmed)
• Regime filter (Trend vs Range suppression)
• Exhaustion detection to avoid late entries
• ADX + EMA bias alignment
• USDT Dominance risk filter (risk-on / risk-off)
• Clear BUY / SELL and Pullback AI-style entry labels
This is NOT a trading bot and does NOT place orders.
All signals are for analytical and educational purposes only.
Pro Cumulative Volume RSI# Pro Cumulative Volume RSI - Professional Trading Indicator
## 📊 What is it?
The **Pro Cumulative Volume RSI** is an advanced momentum oscillator that analyzes buying and selling pressure through volume distribution. Unlike traditional RSI that only tracks price movements, this indicator separates volume into buying and selling components, providing two distinct RSI calculations that reveal market dynamics from both perspectives.
## 🔍 How Does It Work?
### Volume Distribution Algorithm
The indicator uses a sophisticated volume distribution method:
**Buying Volume (BV)** = Volume × (Close - Low) / (High - Low)
**Selling Volume (SV)** = Volume × (High - Close) / (High - Low)
This formula proportionally allocates volume based on where the candle closes within its range:
- If close is near the high → More buying volume
- If close is near the low → More selling volume
### Dual RSI Calculation
The indicator then calculates **two separate RSI values**:
1. **Green Line (Buying Volume RSI)**: Measures the dominance of buying pressure
2. **Red Line (Selling Volume RSI)**: Measures the dominance of selling pressure
Each RSI follows the traditional 14-period calculation but applies it to the volume pressure differences rather than price changes.
## 🎯 How to Use It
### Signal Interpretation
| Scenario | Meaning | Action |
|----------|---------|--------|
| Green > 70, Red < 30 | Strong buying dominance | Consider buying / Hold long |
| Red > 70, Green < 30 | Strong selling dominance | Consider selling / Avoid longs |
| Green crosses above Red | Momentum shift to buyers | Potential buy signal |
| Red crosses above Green | Momentum shift to sellers | Potential sell signal |
| Both near 50 | Balanced market | Wait for confirmation |
### Key Features
**1. Crossover Signals**
- **BUY signal**: When green line crosses above red line with sufficient momentum
- **SELL signal**: When red line crosses above green line with sufficient momentum
- Triangle markers appear automatically on the chart
**2. Divergence Detection**
- **Bullish Divergence (DIV+)**: Price makes lower lows but indicator makes higher lows → Potential reversal up
- **Bearish Divergence (DIV-)**: Price makes higher highs but indicator makes lower highs → Potential reversal down
- Yellow/orange circles mark divergences automatically
**3. Background Coloring**
- **Green background**: Buying pressure dominates
- **Red background**: Selling pressure dominates
- Intensity shows strength of pressure
**4. Live Status Table**
- Real-time RSI values for both buying and selling
- Current momentum status
- Market pressure assessment
- Last detected signal
### Settings Customization
**Basic Settings:**
- **RSI Period**: Default 14, adjust based on your trading timeframe (shorter = more sensitive)
**Visual Settings:**
- **Histogram Mode**: Toggle between line and histogram display
- **Background Coloring**: Enable/disable pressure-based background
- **Transparency**: Adjust background opacity
**Signal Settings:**
- **Crossover Signals**: Show/hide BUY/SELL markers
- **Divergence Detection**: Enable automatic divergence spotting
- **Sensitivity**: Low/Medium/High - controls how strong momentum must be for signals
**Level Lines:**
- **Overbought/Oversold**: Adjust threshold levels (default 70/30)
## ⚠️ IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER
### This Indicator Should NOT Be Used Alone
**ALWAYS combine this indicator with other forms of analysis:**
✅ **Price Action Analysis**
- Support and resistance levels
- Trend lines and chart patterns
- Candlestick formations
✅ **Other Technical Indicators**
- Moving Averages (trend confirmation)
- MACD (momentum confirmation)
- Volume Profile (context)
- ATR (volatility assessment)
- Bollinger Bands (volatility and extremes)
✅ **Multiple Timeframe Analysis**
- Check higher timeframes for overall trend
- Use lower timeframes for precise entries
- Ensure signals align across timeframes
✅ **Fundamental Analysis**
- News and economic events
- Earnings reports (for stocks)
- Market sentiment
- Macro conditions
✅ **Risk Management**
- **NEVER** risk more than 1-2% per trade
- Always use stop losses
- Calculate position size before entering
- Have a clear exit strategy
### Common Pitfalls to Avoid
❌ **Don't** take every signal blindly
❌ **Don't** ignore the overall market trend
❌ **Don't** trade against strong momentum without confirmation
❌ **Don't** forget about major support/resistance levels
❌ **Don't** over-leverage based on indicator signals
❌ **Don't** ignore fundamental catalysts
### Best Practices
✅ **Wait for confluence**: Multiple indicators agreeing
✅ **Consider market context**: Bull/bear market conditions
✅ **Use appropriate timeframes**: Match your trading style
✅ **Backtest first**: Test on historical data before live trading
✅ **Keep a trading journal**: Track what works and what doesn't
✅ **Respect your risk management rules**: Always
## 📈 Example Trading Scenarios
### Scenario 1: Strong Trend Following
- **Setup**: Green RSI consistently above 50, price in uptrend
- **Confirmation**: Higher timeframe trend is up, price above major MA
- **Entry**: BUY signal on pullback when green crosses red
- **Stop Loss**: Below recent swing low
- **Exit**: When red RSI crosses above green or divergence appears
### Scenario 2: Reversal Trading
- **Setup**: Bullish divergence (DIV+) appears at support level
- **Confirmation**: Price shows bullish candlestick pattern, other oscillators oversold
- **Entry**: After confirmation candle closes
- **Stop Loss**: Below divergence low
- **Exit**: At resistance or when momentum weakens
### Scenario 3: Avoiding False Signals
- **Signal**: BUY signal appears
- **Check**: Price is at strong resistance, higher timeframe shows downtrend
- **Action**: **SKIP the trade** - context overrides signal
- **Result**: Protected capital by avoiding low-probability setup
## 🎓 Educational Use
This indicator is designed to help traders:
- Understand volume-based momentum
- Identify shifts in market pressure
- Learn about divergence patterns
- Practice multi-indicator analysis
**Remember**: No indicator is perfect. Markets are complex and influenced by countless factors. Use this tool as one piece of your trading puzzle, not as a standalone solution.
## 📞 Support & Updates
- Report bugs or suggest features via comments
- Check back for updates and improvements
- Share your successful setups to help the community learn
## ⚖️ Legal Disclaimer
**This indicator is for educational and informational purposes only.**
- Not financial advice
- Past performance does not guarantee future results
- Trading involves substantial risk of loss
- Only trade with money you can afford to lose
- Consult with a licensed financial advisor before making investment decisions
**The creator of this indicator assumes no responsibility for trading losses incurred through its use.**
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## 🚀 Happy Trading!
Remember: **Patience, discipline, and proper risk management** are more important than any indicator. Trade smart, trade safe!
*If you find this indicator helpful, please leave a comment and share your experience!*
Institutional Confluence Nexus [Pro]The Problem: Noise vs. Signal
In the world of Smart Money Concepts (SMC), traders are often overwhelmed by "chart clutter." Standard indicators blindly highlight every Fair Value Gap (FVG) and Order Block (OB), regardless of whether the market is trending, ranging, or dead. This leads to analysis paralysis and low-probability entries.
The Institutional Confluence Nexus was built to solve this. It is not just a structure detector; it is a filtering engine. It uses a multi-factor model to hide low-probability zones and only highlight setups where Structure, Volume, and Momentum align.
The "Quantum" Integration
This script includes a built-in Quantum Regression Oscillator (QRO) engine running in the background. Unlike standard RSI or MACD which are reactive (lagging), the QRO uses Linear Regression mathematics to project momentum trajectory.
By combining institutional structure (Price Action) with quantum momentum (Math), this tool generates specific high-probability signals that only appear when price action and momentum are in perfect agreement.
How It Works & Visual Guide
This indicator is a complete trading suite. Here is what every symbol and color on your chart represents:
1. The "Nexus" Reversal Signals (Triangles)
Symbol : Green Triangle (Up) / Red Triangle (Down) labeled NEXUS.
Logic : These appear when price taps a valid Order Block that aligns with the macro trend (200 EMA).
Meaning : These are your primary "Trend Join" setups. They indicate that the institutional trend is resuming after a retracement.
2. High-Volume Breakouts (Bar Colors)
Symbol : Yellow Candles (Bullish) / Orange Candles (Bearish).
Logic : The script detects when a Break of Structure (BOS) occurs with Above-Average Volume.
Meaning : A breakout without volume is often a fakeout. These colored bars confirm that institutions are fueling the move. If you see a Yellow bar, it means "Smart Money" is buying the breakout.
3. QRO Confluence Signals (Labels)
These are the most advanced signals in the suite, combining Price Action with the internal Oscillator:
SNIPER (Blue/Purple) : The strongest reversal signal.
Condition : Price taps a Fair Value Gap + The internal QRO is at extreme volatility bands (Oversold/Overbought).
PB BUY / PB SELL (Aqua/Orange) : A trend continuation signal.
Condition : Price pulls back into a Fair Value Gap + The internal QRO confirms momentum is still healthy (above/below midline).
Note : These signals automatically draw a Red Line at the invalidation point (Stop Loss) to help you manage risk immediately.
4. The Confluence Dashboard
A non-intrusive Heads-Up Display (HUD) in the corner gives you a snapshot of the market state:
Trend : Is price above/below the 200 EMA?
Volume : Is current volume anomalous (High) or normal?
Structure : Are we breaking up, down, or ranging?
Settings & Customization
Smart Money Structure: Toggle FVGs and Order Blocks on/off.
FVG Extend: Control how far the gap "zones" extend to the right to see them as support/resistance zones.
Volume Filter: Enable/Disable the volume requirement (Keep enabled for higher strike rate).
Risk Management: Adjust the "Lookback" period for the automatic Stop Loss lines.
For Developers (Open Source)
I have kept the code open-source to foster learning in the Pine Script community. You can study how:
ta.linreg is used to smooth RSI data for the internal QRO engine.
box.new and line.new are used for dynamic drawing and extending zones.
var variables are used to store historical FVG levels to detect precise crossovers.
Disclaimer:
This tool is designed to assist with technical analysis and educational purposes. It does not guarantee profits. Always manage your risk and use this in conjunction with your own analysis.
VWAP Enhanced (Visual Feedback)This is the standard Volume-Weighted Average Price (VWAP) indicator, with the addition of an adjustable anchored time point. This modification aligns with the objective of analyzing price action relative to a specific subsequent event.
Combined Indicators V2 by DeepsageCombined Indicators V2 – Overview
Combined Indicators V2 is an advanced trading indicator that builds on Combined Indicators V1 by Deepsage and Weighted Market Screener by Deepsage. It is designed to provide precise signals for long and short trades on very low timeframes (1m–5m) while aligning entries with the overall market trend.
Background: The Original Indicators
1. Combined Indicators V1 (Deepsage)
Combines three specialized indicators to generate signals:
Breakout Indicator: Uses Bollinger Bands and volume behavior to identify potential breakout trades.
Price Action Indicator: Detects price interaction with support and resistance levels, incorporating trend, volatility, and candlestick patterns.
Range Trading Indicator: Calculates RSI or Stochastic oscillator and plots signals against predefined upper and lower bands for range-bound markets.
2. Weighted Market Screener (Deepsage)
Monitors the overall market trend using 12 different indicators, each weighted based on its relevance.
Produces a market trend rating: strong buy, buy, neutral, sell, or strong sell.
What’s New in V2
1. Trend-Aligned Entries
In V2, the entry indicators (Breakout, Price Action, Range Trading) only generate signals when the Market Screener confirms the trend (can be turned off).
Long trades: Screener must rate the market as Buy or Strong Buy.
Short trades: Screener must rate the market as Sell or Strong Sell.
2. Session-Based Optimization
V2 supports the NY, London, and Tokyo trading sessions.
Each indicator can be restricted to the session where it performs best (can be turned off):
NY: Breakout Indicator
London: Price Action Indicator
Asia: Range Trading Indicator
3. Additional Enhancements
Market Screener locked to 15-minute timeframe, giving a clear view of the overall trend while entries are still executed on 1-minute charts.
Fully customizable alerts for buy and sell signals.
Settings allow traders to toggle indicators and alerts on/off for maximum flexibility.
Summary
Combined Indicators V2 is a powerful, session-aware, trend-aligned trading tool that merges multiple strategies into one cohesive system. It allows traders to:
Trade low timeframes with precise entries
Only take trades that align with the overall market trend
Optimize strategies based on trading sessions
Customize alerts and indicator settings for personal preferences
Key Zone$ - Support and Resistance0DTE Bounce Zones (6M) — Support & Resistance with VWAP, Volume, and Risk Management
This indicator is built for intraday and 0DTE options trading, focused on high-quality bounce and rejection setups at historically proven support and resistance zones.
It automatically identifies key zones from six months of historical price action and waits for real-time confirmation before signaling CALL or PUT opportunities. The goal is to reduce noise, avoid weak bounces, and provide clear, rules-based trade structure.
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CORE FEATURES
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Historical Support & Resistance Zones (6 Months)
Zones are built using 15-minute pivot highs and lows.
A zone must be tested at least 3 times to be considered valid.
Nearby zones are merged automatically to reduce clutter.
Zones extend forward in time and update dynamically.
Support zones are shown in green, resistance zones in red.
These are higher-quality structural levels, not same-day levels.
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0DTE-Focused Entry Logic
Signals only trigger when price interacts with a confirmed zone and shows a strong rejection candle.
Signals are limited to high-probability trading windows only.
Market Open: 9:30–10:45 ET
Market Close: 3:00–4:00 ET
This avoids midday chop and focuses on periods with real momentum.
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VWAP Confirmation (Strict)
CALL setups require a VWAP reclaim.
PUT setups require a VWAP loss.
This aligns trades with institutional order flow instead of counter-trend noise.
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MACD Momentum Filter
MACD histogram behavior is used to confirm momentum direction and avoid taking bounces against the prevailing move.
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ATR Candle Strength Filter
The signal candle must be large enough relative to ATR.
This filters out weak or indecisive candles that often fail with 0DTE.
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Advanced Volume Confirmation (Relative Volume)
Relative Volume (RVOL) is used instead of raw volume.
Different RVOL thresholds are applied for CALLS versus PUTS.
Higher RVOL is required for PUTS due to downside urgency.
Lower RVOL is allowed for CALLS due to grind-up behavior.
Separate RVOL thresholds are used for the market open and market close.
This ensures signals only occur when real participation is present.
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Built-In Risk Management (2:1 Reward/Risk)
Every signal automatically calculates an entry, stop loss, and target.
Stop loss is based on the zone edge with an ATR buffer.
Targets default to a 2:1 reward-to-risk ratio.
Entry, stop, and target levels are drawn directly on the chart and included in alerts.
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Smart Alerts (CALLS & PUTS)
Alerts trigger only when all conditions are met.
Alerts include trade direction, entry price, stop price, target price, and RVOL information.
Alerts are designed for 5-minute confirmation trading.
To use alerts, select “Any alert() function call” when creating the alert.
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INTENDED USE
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0DTE options trading.
5-minute chart confirmation.
Index ETFs and liquid equities such as SPY, QQQ, IWM, and SPX.
Traders who want aggressive entries with confirmation.
Traders who value structure, volume, and risk control.
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NOTES
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This is not a prediction tool.
Signals require discipline and confirmation.
Best results come from trading only the highest-quality setups.
Session VWAP Cumulative BiasThe Session VWAP Cumulative Bias indicator is designed to differentiate between "choppy" price action and true "institutional" trend days. Unlike standard VWAP indicators that only show where price is now, this tool tracks the cumulative sentiment of the entire session.
Core Functions:
Cumulative Z-Score Logic: It calculates the distance between price and VWAP (in Standard Deviations) and sums it up over the course of the day. This reveals the "weight" of the market bias—the longer price stays pinned away from the VWAP, the more extreme the histogram becomes.
Scale Protection: It includes a "Capping" mechanism that prevents morning gaps or low-volume outliers from distorting the scale, ensuring the histogram remains readable from open to close.
Momentum vs. Regime Toggles: Users can switch between VWAP Slope (measuring the speed of the average's movement) and Cumulative Bias (measuring total session dominance).
Visual price Overlay: It automatically colors the price candles and plots a session-anchored VWAP line on the main chart, providing a clear visual of when price is "fair" versus "overextended."
How to read it:
Trend Confirmation: A steadily growing "mountain" in the histogram confirms an institutional trend day where dips are being bought (or rips sold).
Mean Reversion: When price hits a new high but the Cumulative Histogram begins to round off or diverge, it signals that the "elastic band" is stretched and price is likely to return to the orange VWAP line.
Regime Shifts: A cross of the zero-line on the histogram indicates a total shift in session control from buyers to sellers (or vice versa).
Absorption Pro V4This indicator detects absorption-style reversal setups and scores them with a multi-factor model.
It builds key levels from ZigZag/Fibonacci and round numbers across multiple timeframes, then flags potential absorption candles using volume and a delta-proxy filter plus strict candle-structure rules. Signals are validated with trend context (MA/SMMA/EMA/ATR), VWAP positioning, and optional momentum/volatility filters (RSI, Stoch, CCI, MACD, ADX, Volume Profile). Only score-threshold crosses can trigger long/short markers and alerts (defaults tuned for NQ).
NVentures Liquidity Radar ProInstitutional Liquidity Radar Pro
OVERVIEW
This indicator combines three institutional trading concepts into a unified confluence scoring system: Liquidity Zones (swing-based), Order Blocks, and Fair Value Gaps. The unique value lies not in these individual concepts, but in HOW they interact through the confluence scoring algorithm to filter high-probability zones.
HOW THE CONFLUENCE SCORING WORKS
The core innovation is the calcConfluence() function that assigns a numerical score to each detected level:
1. Base Score: Every swing pivot starts with score = 1
2. Zone Overlap Detection: The algorithm iterates through all active zones within confDist * ATR proximity. Each overlapping zone adds +1 to the score
3. Order Block Proximity: If an Order Block's midpoint (top + bottom) / 2 falls within the confluence distance, +1 is added
4. HTF Validation: Using request.security(), the indicator fetches higher timeframe swing pivots. If the current zone aligns with an HTF swing within 2 * confDist * ATR_htf, a +2 bonus is awarded
Zones scoring 4+ are highlighted as high confluence - these represent areas where multiple institutional concepts converge.
HOW LIQUIDITY ZONES ARE CALCULATED
Detection: ta.pivothigh() and ta.pivotlow() with configurable lookback (default: 5 bars left/right)
Zone Width - Three modes available:
- ATR Dynamic: ATR(14) * multiplier (default 0.25)
- Fixed %: close * (percentage / 100)
- Wick Based: max(upperWick, lowerWick) * 1.5
Proximity Filter: isTooClose() prevents clustering by enforcing minimum ATR * minATRdist between zones
HOW ORDER BLOCKS ARE DETECTED
The detectBullishOB() / detectBearishOB() functions identify the last opposing candle before an impulse move:
1. Check if candle is opposing direction (bearish before bullish impulse, vice versa)
2. Validate consecutive candles in impulse direction (configurable, default: 3)
3. Volume confirmation: volume >= volMA * volMult (using 50-period SMA)
4. Minimum move validation: abs(close - close ) > ATR
This filters out weak OBs and focuses on those with institutional volume footprints.
HOW FAIR VALUE GAPS ARE DETECTED
FVGs represent price imbalances:
- Bullish FVG: low - high > ATR * fvgMinSize
- Bearish FVG: low - high > ATR * fvgMinSize
The ATR-relative sizing ensures gaps are significant relative to current volatility.
HOW SWEEP DETECTION WORKS
The checkSweep() function identifies false breakouts through wick analysis:
1. Calculate wick percentage: upperWick / totalRange or lowerWick / totalRange
2. Sweep conditions for resistance: high > zone.upper AND close < zone.price AND wickPct >= threshold
3. Sweep conditions for support: low < zone.lower AND close > zone.price AND wickPct >= threshold
A sweep indicates liquidity was grabbed without genuine continuation - often preceding reversals.
HOW FRESHNESS DECAY WORKS
The calcFreshness() function implements linear decay:
freshness = 1.0 - (age / decayBars)
freshness = max(freshness, minFresh)
This ensures old, tested zones fade visually while fresh zones remain prominent.
WHY THESE COMPONENTS WORK TOGETHER
The synergy is based on the principle that institutional activity leaves multiple footprints:
- Swing Pivots = where retail stops cluster
- Order Blocks = where institutions entered
- FVGs = where aggressive institutional orders created imbalances
- HTF Alignment = where higher timeframe participants are active
When these footprints converge at the same price level (high confluence score), the probability of significant price reaction increases.
CONFIGURATION
- Swing Detection Length: 5-8 for intraday, 8-15 for swing trading
- HTF Timeframe: One level above trading TF (e.g., D for H4)
- Min Confluence to Display: 2 for comprehensive view, 3-4 for high-probability only
- FVGs: Disabled by default for cleaner charts
STATISTICS PANEL
Displays: Active resistance/support zones, high confluence count, swept zones, active OBs, active FVGs, current ATR, selected HTF.
ALERTS
- Price approaching high confluence zone
- Liquidity sweep detected
- Bullish/Bearish Order Block formed
- Bullish/Bearish FVG detected
TECHNICAL NOTES
- Uses User-Defined Types (UDTs) for clean data structure management
- Respects Pine Script drawing limits (500 boxes/labels/lines)
- All calculations are ATR-normalized for cross-market compatibility
Volume Variance SuppressionVolume Variance Suppression Indicator
This indicator measures the variance of traded volume over a rolling window to detect periods of participation compression.
When volume variance falls below a defined threshold, it signals:
Reduced initiative order flow
Dominance of passive liquidity
Market balance / consolidation rather than trend
These suppression phases often precede volatility expansion, failed auctions, or impulsive moves, as liquidity builds and positioning becomes crowded.
The indicator is not directional and should be used as a market state filter, not a standalone signal. It helps distinguish balance vs expansion regimes and improves trade selection by aligning strategies with the current microstructural environment.
Session Liquidity Sweep + Trend ConfirmationThis strategy aims to capture high-probability intraday trades by combining liquidity sweeps with a trend confirmation filter. It is designed for traders who want a systematic approach to trade breakouts during specific market sessions while controlling risk with ATR-based stops.
How it Works:
Session Filter: Trades are only considered during a defined session (default 9:30 - 11:00). This helps avoid low-volume periods that can lead to false signals.
Trend Confirmation: The strategy uses a 50-period EMA to identify the market trend. Long trades are only taken in an uptrend, and short trades in a downtrend.
Liquidity Sweep Detection:
A long entry occurs when price dips below the prior N-bar low but closes back above it, indicating a potential liquidity sweep that stops being triggered before the trend continues upward.
A short entry occurs when price spikes above the prior N-bar high but closes below it, signaling a potential sweep of stops before the downward trend resumes.
ATR-Based Risk Management:
Stop loss is calculated using the Average True Range (ATR) multiplied by a configurable factor (default 1.5).
Take profit is set based on a risk-reward ratio (default 2.5x).
Position Sizing: Default position size is 5% of equity per trade, making it suitable for risk-conscious trading.
Inputs:
Session Start/End (HHMM)
Liquidity Lookback Period (number of bars to define prior high/low)
ATR Length for stop calculation
ATR Stop Multiplier
Risk-Reward Ratio
EMA Trend Filter Length
Visuals:
Prior Liquidity High (red)
Prior Liquidity Low (green)
EMA Trend (blue)
Why Use This Strategy:
Captures stop-hunt moves often triggered by larger market participants.
Only trades with trend confirmation, reducing false signals.
Provides automatic ATR-based stop loss and take profit for consistent risk management.
Easy to adjust session time, ATR, EMA length, and risk-reward to suit your trading style.
Important Notes:
Assumes 0.05% commission and 1-pip slippage. Adjust according to your broker.
Not financial advice; intended for educational, backtesting, or paper trading purposes.
Always test strategies thoroughly before applying to live accounts.
Trading Sessions (London / New York / Tokyo / Sydney)Trading sessions for all assets with (time zone) adjustable trading sessions.
MB-MACD## Description
**MB-MACD** is a custom Pine Script indicator designed to enhance momentum analysis by combining a volume-based "Main Buy Ratio" (MB) calculation with a traditional MACD oscillator. The MB Ratio estimates institutional buying pressure by apportioning volume based on the candle's range and close position, providing a unique proxy for "smart money" flow. This smoothed MB value is then used as the source for MACD computation, allowing for divergence detection between price action, the MB line, and the MACD Histogram.
Key features include:
- **MB Line**: A histogram-style plot showing smoothed buy/sell ratio, colored bullishly (teal) or bearishly (pink) based on direction.
- **MACD Histogram**: Standard MACD applied to the MB source, with optional smoothing.
- **Divergence Detection**: Identifies bullish and bearish divergences on both the MB line and MACD Histogram, with configurable filters for momentum decay and zero-line alignment.
- **Visualization Options**: Display divergence lines and labels in the indicator pane or synced as an overlay on the main chart for better context.
- **Alerts**: Triggers for bullish or bearish divergences to notify users of potential reversal setups.
This indicator is particularly useful for swing traders and momentum followers looking to spot hidden divergences that may signal trend reversals or continuations. It emphasizes risk management by highlighting where price and momentum decouple, but remember: divergences are probabilistic signals and should be confirmed with other tools.
As this is a community-shared script, I encourage users to test it thoroughly and provide feedback. If you spot any bugs, calculation errors, or improvements (e.g., edge cases with low-volume symbols or performance issues on certain timeframes), please comment below or reach out—your input helps refine it for everyone!
## User Manual
### Introduction
The **MB-MACD** indicator integrates volume analysis with MACD to detect divergences in price and momentum. The core innovation is the "Main Buy Ratio" (MB), which approximates buying vs. selling volume within each bar based on its range and close position. This MB value is smoothed and fed into a MACD calculation, enabling divergence scans on both the MB line and the resulting MACD Histogram.
Divergences occur when price makes higher highs/lower lows, but the oscillator (MB or Histogram) fails to confirm—often signaling potential reversals. The script offers flexible display options, filters to reduce false positives, and alerts for real-time notifications.
**Important Notes:**
- This is not financial advice; use it for educational purposes and backtest on your symbols/timeframes.
- Works best on liquid stocks or indices with reliable volume data (e.g., daily or higher timeframes).
- Performance may vary on low-volume assets or during after-hours trading.
- If you encounter issues (e.g., no divergences detected or rendering errors), check your chart settings and report them in the comments for community debugging.
### Inputs Explanation
The inputs are grouped for ease of configuration. Adjust them via the indicator's settings panel in TradingView.
#### Core Parameters
- **Show MB Line** (Default: True): Enables/disables the MB Ratio histogram plot.
- **Show MACD Histogram** (Default: True): Enables/disables the MACD line and histogram plots.
- **MB Smoothing (SMA)** (Default: 10, Min: 1): Length for smoothing the raw MB Ratio using a Simple Moving Average (SMA). Higher values reduce noise but may lag.
- **Pivot Lookback Length** (Default: 5, Min: 2): Bars to look back/forward for detecting price pivots (highs/lows) used in divergence logic.
- **Max Lines Kept** (Default: 100, Min: 10): Limits the number of divergence lines/labels to prevent chart clutter.
#### Display Settings
- **Show Lines (Indicator Pane)** (Default: True): Draws divergence lines on the MB line in the indicator pane.
- **Show Labels (Indicator Pane)** (Default: True): Adds labels (e.g., "L" for line divergence) at divergence points in the pane.
- **Show Hist Divergence Lines** (Default: True): Draws dashed lines for MACD Histogram divergences in the pane.
- **Show Hist Divergence Labels** (Default: True): Adds labels (e.g., "H" for histogram divergence) in the pane.
- **Sync Lines to Main Chart (Overlay)** (Default: True): Mirrors divergence lines and labels onto the main price chart for context (slightly offset for visibility).
#### Filters & Tolerance
- **Peak Alignment Tolerance (Bars)** (Default: 5, Min: 0): Allows flexibility in matching oscillator peaks/valleys to price pivots (e.g., within ±5 bars).
- **Max Divergence Distance (Bars)** (Default: 20, Min: 5): Maximum bars between two pivots for a valid divergence; prevents detecting overly distant signals.
- **Enable Momentum Decay Filter** (Default: True): For Histogram divergences, requires the current peak/valley to have a smaller absolute value than the previous (indicating convergence/decay).
- **Enable Zero-Side Filter** (Default: False): Ensures both peaks/valleys in a divergence are on the same side of the zero line (e.g., both positive or both negative).
#### MACD Settings
- **MACD Fast Length** (Default: 12): Fast EMA length for MACD.
- **MACD Slow Length** (Default: 26): Slow EMA length for MACD.
- **MACD Signal Length** (Default: 9): Smoothing length for the MACD signal line.
- **MACD Source Smoothing** (Default: 3, Min: 1): Additional SMA smoothing applied to the MB Ratio before MACD calculation.
### How It Works
1. **MB Ratio Calculation**: For each bar, the script computes the position of the close within the high-low range (0-1). This scales the volume into "buy" and "sell" portions, then derives a net ratio (-100% to +100%). It's smoothed via SMA for the final MB line.
2. **MACD Application**: The (optionally smoothed) raw MB is used as the MACD source, producing a MACD line, signal line, and histogram.
3. **Pivot Detection**: Uses Pine's `ta.pivothigh`/`ta.pivotlow` to find price highs/lows over the lookback period.
4. **Divergence Scanning**:
- **Bearish (on Highs)**: Price makes a higher high, but MB/Hist makes a lower high.
- **Bullish (on Lows)**: Price makes a lower low, but MB/Hist makes a higher low (closer to zero).
- Scans nearby bars for oscillator matches and applies filters.
5. **Rendering**: Lines/labels are drawn in the indicator pane or overlaid on the chart. Colors: Teal for bullish, Pink/Maroon for bearish.
6. **Cleanup**: Automatically removes old lines/labels to stay under the max limit.
### Interpreting the Outputs
- **MB Line (Columns)**: Positive (teal) indicates net buying pressure; negative (pink) shows selling. Watch for crossovers above/below zero as momentum shifts.
- **MACD Histogram (Area)**: Green/teal for positive momentum; red/maroon for negative. Widening bars suggest strengthening trends; narrowing indicates weakening.
- **Divergence Lines/Labels**:
- Solid lines: MB line divergences (thicker, labeled "L").
- Dashed lines: Histogram divergences (thinner, labeled "H").
- Bullish: Teal lines sloping up (potential bottom reversal).
- Bearish: Pink lines sloping down (potential top reversal).
- **Overlay on Chart**: Lines connect price pivots (or offset slightly for Histogram). Use this to visualize how divergences align with candlesticks.
- **Zero Line**: Gray horizontal line; divergences filtered by side if enabled.
**Example Usage**:
- On a daily stock chart, enable overlays and watch for a bullish "L" or "H" label near a price low—could signal a buy if confirmed by volume breakout.
- In a downtrend, bearish divergences on highs might warn of further downside.
### Alerts
- **Bullish Divergence (L or H)**: Triggers on any detected bullish divergence (MB or Histogram).
- **Bearish Divergence (L or H)**: Triggers on bearish divergences.
- Set up via TradingView's alert menu: Select the indicator, choose the condition, and customize the message (e.g., includes ticker).
### Troubleshooting / Known Issues
- **No Divergences Shown**: Increase "Peak Alignment Tolerance" or reduce filters. Ensure pivot length suits your timeframe (shorter for intraday).
- **Too Many Lines/Labels**: Lower "Max Lines Kept" or increase "Max Divergence Distance" to filter distant signals.
- **Performance on Low-Volume Symbols**: MB Ratio may be unreliable; test on high-volume assets first.
- **Rendering Errors**: If lines don't appear, check chart zoom or ensure "force_overlay=true" isn't conflicting with other indicators.
- **NaN/Undefined Values**: Rare on live data but possible in historical backtests; report with symbol/timeframe for fixes.
### Feedback and Contributions
This script is open for community improvement! If you find bugs (e.g., false positives in divergences, calculation edge cases, or UI glitches), or have suggestions (like additional filters or visualizations), please share in the comments. Your feedback helps make it better—let's debug and enhance it together!
High Volume Footprint BreakoutThe High Volume Footprint Breakout indicator brings institutional-grade Order Flow analysis to your standard TradingView charts. By looking inside the candles using intrabar data, this tool identifies specific price levels where massive, aggressive buying or selling volume has occurred.
Unlike standard Volume Profiles which show volume over a long period, this indicator isolates specific moments of high-intensity participation. It draws extended support and resistance lines from these "High Volume Nodes," helping you identify where institutions have stepped in and where trapped traders might exist.
Why Use This Indicator?
Standard candlestick charts show you where price went, but they hide how it got there. A candle might look normal, but inside that candle, there could be a massive battle between buyers and sellers at a specific price level.
Reveal Hidden Liquidity : Find the exact price levels that defended a move.
Filter the Noise : Instead of showing every volume node, this script only highlights Breakout Levels —areas where the single-price volume exceeded a historical maximum (e.g., the highest volume node in the last 20 bars).
No External Tools Needed : Replicates the logic of professional Footprint/Order Flow software using native TradingView data.
How It Works (The Logic)
This script uses a strict algorithm to reconstruct a virtual "Footprint" of the market:
Intrabar Analysis : It accesses lower timeframe data (e.g., 1-minute data inside a Daily bar) to analyze price action at a granular level.
Volume Categorization : It separates volume into Buy Volume (Aggressive Buyers) and Sell Volume (Aggressive Sellers) based on price movement logic.
Volume Distribution : To ensure accuracy, it distributes the volume of intrabar candles across their High-Low range, preventing artificial volume spikes on single ticks.
Breakout Detection : It compares the highest volume node of the current bar against the highest nodes of the previous X bars. If the current volume is a new local record, a line is drawn.
How to Trade This Indicator
1. The Standard Rejection (Trend Continuation)
Green Lines (Aggressive Buyers) : These levels represent areas where buyers stepped in with massive force. In an uptrend, expect price to bounce off these lines. Treat them as Support.
Red Lines (Aggressive Sellers) : These levels represent areas where sellers unloaded heavy positions. In a downtrend, expect price to reject these lines. Treat them as Resistance.
2. The "Flip" Setup (Trapped Traders)
This is an advanced Order Flow concept. When the market disrespects a high-volume level, it creates "Trapped Traders."
Red Line Acting as Support : If price breaks above a Red (Sell) line and holds, the aggressive sellers at that level are now trapped underwater. When price returns to this line, these sellers often buy to close their positions at breakeven, fueling a bounce.
Green Line Acting as Resistance : If price breaks below a Green (Buy) line, the aggressive buyers are trapped. When price rallies back to this line, they often sell to exit, creating resistance.
Settings & Configuration
Auto-Select Intrabar Timeframe :
Enabled (Recommended) : Automatically selects the best resolution (1-min for Intraday/Daily, 60-min for Weekly/Monthly) to match the "Volume Data Source" standards.
Disabled : Allows you to manually force a specific intrabar resolution.
Breakout Lookback Period : Determines how significant a volume spike must be to trigger a line. (Default: 20). Higher values = fewer, stronger lines.
Max Visible Lines : Limits the number of lines on the chart to keep your workspace clean.
Label Offset : Adjusts how far to the right the text labels appear, allowing you to position them perfectly for your screen setup.
Who Should Use This?
Order Flow Traders : Who want footprint-style logic without complex grid charts.
Price Action Traders : Who want objective, data-driven Support & Resistance levels rather than subjective drawings.
Scalpers & Day Traders : Who need to see where the "heavy hands" are transacting in real-time.
Disclaimer & Limitations
Intrabar vs. Tick Data : This script uses TradingView's intrabar data to approximate the footprint. While highly accurate, it may differ slightly from tick-perfect software.
Volume Data Required : This indicator requires the asset to provide real volume data. It works best on Futures, Crypto, and Stocks. It may not work on FOREX pairs that do not provide tick volume.
Does it Repaint?
Short Answer:
No , it does not repaint on closed bars. Once a candle closes and a line is drawn, that line is permanent and will not move or disappear.
Long Answer (The Nuances):
There are two specific scenarios you need to be aware of regarding how TradingView handles data:
1. The "Forming Bar" (Wait for Close)
Behavior : While the current candle is still moving (open), the indicator is calculating the volume in real-time. If a massive volume spike happens right now, a line might appear. If the volume of previous bars suddenly looks smaller by comparison, the condition might change.
Solution : Like almost all indicators, you must wait for the bar to close to confirm the signal. Once the bar closes, the calculation is locked and the line is fixed forever.
2. Historical Data Limits (The "Disappearing History" Issue)
Behavior : This script relies on request.security_lower_tf (e.g., fetching 1-minute data inside a Daily bar). TradingView does not store infinite 1-minute data for every asset. They usually store a few thousand bars of lower timeframe history (more if you have a Premium account).
The Issue : If you scroll back 5 years on a Daily chart, the script will try to fetch the 1-minute data for a day in 2019. If TradingView has deleted that old 1-minute data to save space, the script will receive "empty" data.
Result : You might see lines on the recent chart (last few months/year), but if you scroll back too far, the lines will stop appearing because the underlying data doesn't exist anymore.
Is this Repainting? Technically, no. It's a Data Availability limitation. But it means that what you see on a chart from 5 years ago might look different than what you saw when you were trading it live 5 years ago.
Disclaimer
For Educational and Informational Purposes Only
This indicator is provided for educational and informational purposes only and DOES NOT constitute financial, investment, or trading advice. The "High Volume Footprint Breakout" tool is based on historical data analysis and algorithmic interpretation of market volume; it does not predict future market movements with certainty.
Risk Warning
Trading in financial markets (Stocks, Crypto, Futures, Forex, etc.) involves a high degree of risk and may not be suitable for all investors. You could lose some or all of your initial investment. Past performance of any trading system or methodology is not necessarily indicative of future results.
No Liability
The author of this script assumes no responsibility or liability for any errors or omissions in the content of this indicator, or for any trading losses or damages incurred as a result of using this tool. Users are solely responsible for their own trading decisions and should always use proper risk management. By using this script, you acknowledge and agree to these terms.
STAX# STAX - MapleStax Candle by Candle Automation
## Overview
STAX is a trend-following indicator that automates the "MapleStax Candle by Candle (CBC)" methodology for futures and equity trading. This system uses a higher timeframe anchor trend combined with lower timeframe execution filters to identify high-probability pullback entries in the direction of the prevailing trend.
## How It Works
### 1. Anchor Trend Detection (10-Minute CBC Flip)
The core of this system is the CBC (Candle by Candle) flip logic on the anchor timeframe (default: 10 minutes):
- **Bullish Flip**: Occurs when a 10m candle closes ABOVE the high of the previous 10m candle
- **Bearish Flip**: Occurs when a 10m candle closes BELOW the low of the previous 10m candle
- Once a flip occurs, the trend remains in that direction until an opposite flip happens
The anchor trend is calculated using `request.security()` with `lookahead=barmerge.lookahead_off` and indexed historical data ` ` to ensure non-repainting behavior. This means signals will not change or disappear after they appear.
### 2. Execution Filters (Current Timeframe)
On your current chart timeframe (recommended: 3 minutes), the indicator applies two key filters:
**EMA Confirmation**:
- For LONG signals: 9-period EMA must be greater than 20-period EMA
- For SHORT signals: 9-period EMA must be less than 20-period EMA
**VWAP Filter** (Strict or Target mode):
- **Strict Mode** (default): Only shows signals when price is on the correct side of VWAP
- LONG signals only above VWAP
- SHORT signals only below VWAP
- **Target Mode**: Shows all valid signals but uses VWAP as the take profit target when price is on the "wrong" side
### 3. Entry Signal Logic
The indicator looks for pullback entries:
- **BUY Signal**: 10m trend is Bullish + EMA 9 > 20 + Current 3m candle is RED (close < open)
- Logic: Wait for a red pullback candle in a bullish trend with bullish EMA alignment
- **SELL Signal**: 10m trend is Bearish + EMA 9 < 20 + Current 3m candle is GREEN (close > open)
- Logic: Wait for a green retracement candle in a bearish trend with bearish EMA alignment
This pullback logic helps you enter after a brief counter-trend move, improving risk/reward compared to chasing breakouts.
### 4. Risk Management
**Stop Loss**: Automatically set at the previous 10-minute candle's low (for longs) or high (for shorts). This represents the last swing point that would invalidate the trend structure.
**Take Profit**:
- When aligned with VWAP: Fixed tick-based target (default: 20 ticks, adjustable)
- When counter to VWAP: Target is VWAP itself, providing a logical profit target
The indicator displays TP and SL levels visually and alerts when they are hit.
### 5. Signal Management
To prevent over-trading, the indicator includes a **cooldown period** (default: 10 bars minimum between signals). This stops signal spam in choppy conditions and forces you to wait for the market to develop before taking another trade.
### 6. Time Session Filters
Two separate trading sessions can be configured with 12-hour clock inputs:
- **Session 1**: Default 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM (New York regular hours)
- **Session 2**: Optional second session for extended hours or different time zones
Signals only appear during enabled sessions, helping you trade during liquid market hours.
## What Makes This Original
This indicator automates a specific methodology (MapleStax CBC) that combines multiple proven concepts:
1. Higher timeframe trend structure (CBC flip logic)
2. Lower timeframe execution timing (EMA filters)
3. Pullback entry strategy (counter-colored candles)
4. Volume-based target selection (VWAP integration)
5. Swing-based stop placement (previous anchor swing points)
The combination of these elements into an automated system with visual feedback and alert functionality is what provides value beyond using these indicators separately.
## How to Use
1. **Choose Your Timeframes**:
- Anchor timeframe: 10 minutes (adjustable) for trend direction
- Execution timeframe: 3-5 minutes recommended for entries
2. **Select VWAP Mode**:
- **Strict Mode**: More conservative, only trades with VWAP bias
- **Target Mode**: More aggressive, uses VWAP as profit target
3. **Configure Sessions**: Enable Session 1 and optionally Session 2 to match your trading hours
4. **Set Risk Parameters**: Adjust take profit ticks based on your instrument and risk tolerance
5. **Watch for Signals**:
- Green "BUY" label below bars = Long entry
- Red "SELL" label above bars = Short entry
- Dashed red line = Stop loss level
- Green "TP ✓" or Red "SL ✗" labels show exit points
6. **Monitor the Status Table**: The table in the top-right shows:
- Current 10m trend direction
- EMA alignment status
- VWAP position
- Active session status
- Current signal state
- Active trade information
7. **Set Alerts**: Use TradingView's alert system with the built-in alert conditions:
- BUY Signal
- SELL Signal
- Take Profit Hit
- Stop Loss Hit
## Best Practices
- **Recommended Timeframes**: 3m execution chart with 10m anchor works well for active trading
- **Instrument Selection**: Works best on liquid futures contracts (ES, NQ, CL, etc.) and major forex pairs
- **Session Trading**: Enable Session 1 for New York hours; avoid low-volume periods
- **Backtest First**: Always backtest the settings on your specific instrument before live trading
- **Use Realistic Parameters**: Default 20-tick TP is conservative; adjust based on instrument volatility
## Limitations and Warnings
**This indicator does NOT**:
- Guarantee profitable trades (past performance does not indicate future results)
- Account for slippage, commissions, or real-world execution challenges
- Work equally well in all market conditions (performs poorly in low-volume, range-bound markets)
- Replace proper risk management and position sizing
- Provide financial advice
**Repainting**: This indicator is designed to be non-repainting. Signals use indexed historical data from the anchor timeframe, meaning they will not change or disappear after they appear. However, the current bar's status will update in real-time until it closes.
**Market Conditions**: This trend-following pullback system performs best in trending markets with clear directional bias. In choppy, range-bound conditions, expect more false signals despite the cooldown filter.
**Stop Loss Execution**: The stop loss levels shown are theoretical. In fast-moving markets, actual fills may occur at worse prices due to slippage.
## Input Parameters
**Anchor Settings**:
- Anchor Timeframe: Higher timeframe for trend detection (default: 10 minutes)
**EMA Settings**:
- Fast EMA: Short-period EMA for execution bias (default: 9)
- Slow EMA: Long-period EMA for execution bias (default: 20)
**VWAP Settings**:
- Strict VWAP Filter: Toggle between strict filtering and target mode
**Signal Management**:
- Min Bars Between Signals: Cooldown period to prevent spam (default: 10 bars)
**Time Filters**:
- Session 1 & 2: Configure up to two trading sessions with start/end times in 12-hour format
**Risk Management**:
- Take Profit (Ticks): Fixed tick target when aligned with VWAP (default: 20)
**Visual Settings**:
- Show Trend Background: Background color based on 10m trend
- Show Stop Loss Lines: Display SL levels on chart
- Show EMAs: Display 9/20 EMAs on chart
- Show VWAP: Display daily VWAP on chart
## Technical Notes
- Uses Pine Script v5
- Non-repainting implementation via `request.security()` with `lookahead_off` and indexed data
- Suitable for alerts and automated trading integration
- Maximum 50 labels and 50 lines to maintain performance
- Status table updates on each bar close
## Credits
This indicator automates the MapleStax Candle by Candle methodology. The CBC flip logic and pullback entry concept are part of the MapleStax trading education system.
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**Disclaimer**: This indicator is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not financial advice. Trading futures, forex, and equities carries substantial risk of loss. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Always trade with risk capital you can afford to lose and use proper position sizing.
