This script is a Zero Lag Trend Strategy designed for TradeStation's Pine Script (v6). It identifies market trends using a zero-lag moving average (ZLEMA or SMA), volatility bands, and a trend strength scoring system based on historical price movements.
Key Features:
Zero Lag Moving Average:
Uses EMA or SMA as a zero-lag calculation to reduce delay in trend detection.
The moving average is based on a projection formula to reduce lag.
Trend Strength Analysis (For Loop Calculation):
A custom function (forloop_analysis) scores the trend strength by comparing the current price to past values.
If the score exceeds a threshold, the script identifies an uptrend or downtrend.
Volatility-Based Entry Conditions:
Uses ATR-based volatility bands to determine valid trade signals.
Long (Buy) signal: If trend strength is above a threshold & price is above the volatility band.
Short (Sell) signal: If trend strength is below a threshold & price is below the volatility band.
Trend Direction Tracking & Change Detection:
The script remembers the current trend and only switches when a new opposite signal appears.
This prevents frequent, unnecessary trades in choppy markets.
Slope/Angle Calculation for Additional Confirmation:
Computes the angle of the zero-lag line to determine trend momentum.
If the angle is steep enough, it reinforces the trend signal.
Buy & Sell Signals with Visual Cues:
Uses arrows (or other shapes) to indicate Buy/Sell signals on the chart.
Signals persist until an opposite trend appears, reducing noise.
Arrows are customizable in shape & size.
Ideal Use Cases:
Intraday & Swing Trading: Works on custom timeframes (default: 10-minute chart).
Momentum & Trend Traders: Helps filter out weak trends & avoid lagging signals.
Volatility-Based Strategies: Adapts to market conditions via ATR-based thresholds.