Moving Average Divergence BandsThe Moving Average Divergence Bands are a new trend following tool designed for catching ALT coin trends quickly, while filtering away false signals.
The Benefits
- Very fast altcoin entries
- Highly consistent past returns (mainly CRYPTO:SOLUSD ), with both long & shorts profitable
- Lack of false signals due to Z-Score based filtering
- High tier of parameter robustness
The Idea
The idea is simple:
Get high speed & low noise bands that adapt to market conditions, allowing entries only during environments that have a potential reward and less risk. This unique filtering provides users with fast entries and low amount of false signals.
How it works
The indicator gets 2 Moving Averages, one normal, one with half the lookback.
It then combines them using powers and dividing and returns the higher result for the upper band, and the lower for the lower band.
Then it calculates the Z-Score of the source and if both the absolute Z-Score & Long/Short condition are true then it switches the trend.
Enjoy Gs!
Indicateurs et stratégies
MACD Standard DeviationThe MACD Standard Deviation is a new trend following tool, designed to be smoother & more accurate
Benefits
- High BINANCE:BNBUSDT performance
- Fast entries with less noise
- Simple calculation
The Idea
The idea is simple - get a MACD that is less noisy. This would increase the accuracy and make it a more reliable tool.
How is works
It works by calculating the MACD and calculating the Standard Deviation of the MACD and add it as "bands". This adjusts the MACD to be more accurate and to be able to reduce false signals.
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5-Min ORB popsEmits if price has breached 5 min orb. Calculates orb first, then emits 1, na if price has breached orbs
Asian Stop Hunt ModelSTOP HUNT MODEL – STRATEGY DESCRIPTION
The Stop Hunt Model is designed to capture high-probability trades by targeting stop-loss liquidity from retail traders at buy-side and sell-side liquidity zones. The strategy focuses on identifying where liquidity is taken during the Asian session, waiting for a Change of Character (CHoCH), and then entering from unfilled orders (Balanced Price Range / Imbalance) in the direction of the dominant IPDA bias. The objective is to trade from engineered liquidity sweeps toward the next logical liquidity pool, while maintaining strict risk control.
The model operates primarily on the 5-minute chart, with early confirmation on the 3-minute chart. The Asian Killzone is used to define the initial range, plotting its high and low. Higher-timeframe liquidity from Daily, 4H, and 1H charts is marked in advance to provide directional context. IPDA direction is determined using macro alignment such as global interest rate bias and long-term trend behavior.
Once the Asian session concludes, price is expected to sweep either the high or low of the Asian range or the previous day’s high/low. After the liquidity sweep, the market must show a valid CHoCH, confirming a shift in internal structure. Entries are taken only after the formation and retest of a Balanced Price Range (BPR) created by overlapping imbalances. Trades are executed from these imbalance zones, targeting the next liquidity area, with stop loss placed at the most recent swing high or low.
This model prioritizes precision over frequency, aiming for fewer trades with higher reward-to-risk ratios, typically 1:3 or better, and a strict daily risk cap.
CHECKLIST – STOP HUNT MODEL
1.Mark Asian Killzone High and Low
2.Identify IPDA directional bias for the pair
3.Mark Buy-side and Sell-side liquidity from Daily, 4H, and 1H
4.Wait for a liquidity sweep (Asian High/Low or Previous Day High/Low)
5.Confirm a valid CHoCH
6.Identify a valid BPR (overlapping imbalance)
7.Enter trade from the BPR zone
8.Target the next liquidity pool
9.Place stop loss at the last swing high or low
RULES – STOP HUNT MODEL STRATEGY
> Always pre-mark Buy-side and Sell-side liquidity on 1D, 4H, and 1H
> Asian Killzone must complete by 10:30 AM IST
> After Asian close, mark 15-minute timeframe liquidity
> Trade only after the market sweeps the Asian session high or low
> Align trades with IPDA direction:
> Bullish IPDA → Prefer sweep of Asian Low
> Bearish IPDA → Prefer sweep of Asian High
> CHoCH confirmation is mandatory:
> Green CHoCH for bullish setups
> Red CHoCH for bearish setups
Setup conditions:
1. Bullish: CHoCH above price + BPR below price
2. Bearish: CHoCH below price + BPR above price
3.BPR must be formed by overlapping imbalances:
4.Red → Green for bullish
5.Green → Red for bearish
6.Look for V-shaped (bullish) or A-shaped (bearish) candle behavior
7.Entry only on imbalance retest — no chase entries
8.Targets must be killzone extremes or next liquidity zone
9.Stop loss must always be at the last swing high or low
10.No manual exits if aiming for 1:3 RR
11.If price sweeps both sides or no clean sweep occurs → No Trade
12.Trade less, execute cleaner setups
13.Daily target: 1% maximum
Skewness Indicator偏態分佈指標Skewness Indicator
核心功能
偏度計算 - 測量價格分佈的不對稱性
正偏度:價格傾向於右偏,可能表示上漲趨勢
負偏度:價格傾向於左偏,可能表示下跌趨勢
可自定義參數
計算週期(預設20)
數據源(收盤價、開盤價等)
正負偏態閾值
視覺化元素
藍色線:即時偏度值
橙色線:偏度移動平均(平滑訊號)
背景顏色:綠色表示強正偏態,紅色表示強負偏態
信號標記:三角形標示潛在的交易機會
交易信號
看漲信號:當偏度向上突破負閾值
看跌信號:當偏度向下跌破正閾值
資訊面板 - 右上角顯示當前偏度值和狀態
功能
多時間週期(HTF) - 可選擇在更高時間框架上計算偏度(例如在5分鐘圖上顯示日線的偏度)
交易信號 - 三角形標記顯示潛在的交易機會
資訊面板 - 右上角顯示當前偏度值和市場狀態
視覺提示 - 閾值線和背景顏色提示極端狀態
使用建議
在參數中勾選「使用高時間週期」
選擇你想要的時間週期(如 D=日線, W=週線, 240=4小時)
這樣可以在短週期圖表上看到長週期的偏態趨勢
Core functions
Skewness calculation-Measuring the asymmetry of price distribution
Positive bias: The price tends to the right, which may indicate an upward trend
Negative bias: The price tends to the left, which may indicate a downward trend
Customizable parameters
Calculation cycle (default 20)
Data source (closing price, opening price, etc.)
Positive and negative bias threshold
Visual elements
Blue line: instant skewness value
Orange line: skewed moving average (smooth signal)
Background color: green indicates a strong positive bias, red indicates a strong negative bias
Signal mark: Triangle marks potential trading opportunities
Trading signals
Bullish signal: when the skewness breaks through the negative threshold upward
Bearish signal: when the bias falls below the positive threshold
Information panel-the upper right corner displays the current skewness value and status
function
Multi-time period (HTF)-you can choose to calculate the skewness on a higher time frame (for example, display the skewness of the daily line on a 5-minute chart)
Trading signals-Triangle marks show potential trading opportunities
Information panel-the upper right corner displays the current skewness value and market status
Visual cues-threshold lines and background colors indicate extreme states
Recommendations for use
Check "Use high time period" in the parameters
Choose the time period you want (e.g. D= daily, W= weekly, 240= 4 hours)
In this way, you can see the long-cycle bias trend on the short-cycle chart
Nth Candle movement🔷 Indicator Name
Nth candle movement – Nth Candle Projection & Dynamic EMA System
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🔷 Short Description
Nth candle movement is an advanced price-based indicator that uses Nth candle mathematics, percentage projections, and a dynamic EMA system to visualize intraday structure and evolving market momentum.
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🔷 Overview
Nth candle movement combines time-based Nth candle logic, percentage offset zones, and a stage-based dynamic EMA to help traders understand how price behaves around mathematically derived reference points.
Instead of using fixed indicators, this script dynamically adapts to:
• Day structure
• Time progression
• Price reaction around calculated levels
The indicator automatically resets every new trading day, ensuring fresh, non-repainting levels.
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🔷 Core Concepts Used
• Nth candle calculation based on day of month
• Percentage-based expansion and contraction zones
• 0.2611% precision micro-levels
• Dynamic EMA length that evolves with time
• Angle-inspired mathematical projections
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🔷 Key Features
🔹 Nth Candle Projection Systems (4 Systems)
• Four independent Nth systems based on angle mathematics
• Automatically captures the Nth candle close
• Projects:
o Upper & lower percentage zones
o Precision 0.2611% levels
• Daily auto-reset (no clutter)
Each system can be individually enabled or disabled.
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🔹 Visual Zone Highlighting
• Upper and lower projection bands
• Color-filled zones for better clarity
• Clean object management (lines, labels, fills)
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🔹 Nth Marker Labels
• Optional Nth candle markers
• Helps visually identify the exact calculation point
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🔹 Dynamic EMA System (Angle-Based)
• EMA length dynamically changes as market progresses
• Uses multiple Nth stages to shift EMA behaviour
• Color-coded EMA reflects the active mathematical phase
This allows traders to see momentum transitions instead of guessing them.
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🔷 How to Use
1. Apply the indicator on any intraday or higher timeframe
2. Observe Nth candle markers and projected zones
3. Watch how price reacts inside or outside the zones
4. Use the Dynamic EMA color and slope as momentum guidance
5. Combine with price action or confirmation logic for entries
⚠️ This is a decision-support tool, not a buy/sell signal generator.
This indicator is for educational and informational purposes only.
It does not constitute financial advice.
Trading involves risk, and past performance does not guarantee future results.
Always do your own analysis before entering any trade.
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🔷 Best Use Cases
• Intraday structure analysis
• Volatility expansion tracking
• Time-based price reaction studies
• Momentum phase identification
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🔷 Timeframe Compatibility
✅ Works on all timeframes
Best suited for:
• 3m, 5m, 15m (Intraday)
• 1H, 4H (Swing structure)
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🔷 Asset Compatibility
✔ Stocks
✔ Indices
✔ Forex
✔ Crypto
✔ Futures
Liquidity Hunter: Stop Hunts & Volume ClustersStop Hunt Wick Detection
What it catches:
Wicks that are 2x+ larger than the candle body (adjustable)
Minimum wick size to filter out noise
Optional volume confirmation (stops hunts usually have higher volume)
Marks bullish stop hunts (long lower wicks) with 💎 and "BUY LIQ"
Marks bearish stop hunts (long upper wicks) with 💎 and "SELL LIQ"
Extends dashed lines showing where liquidity was grabbed
Volume Cluster Detection
What it tracks:
Bars with volume 1.5x+ above average (adjustable)
Automatically merges nearby clusters within 3 bars
Shows different colors based on volume intensity:
Yellow = 3x+ average volume (extreme)
Orange = 2x+ average volume (strong)
Blue = 1.5x+ average volume (moderate)
Draws horizontal zones showing where volume accumulated
Labels show the volume multiplier (e.g., "VOL: 2.3x")
Adjustable Settings
You can tune:
Wick-to-body ratio threshold
Minimum wick size percentage
Volume confirmation requirements
Cluster sensitivity and merge distance
The theory: Stop hunts grab liquidity above/below key levels, then price reverses. Volume clusters show where institutions accumulated positions. Both mark areas price is likely to revisit.
Try it out and let me know what needs tweaking!
Adjustable Price Line Size with Countdown Timer (Larger)Adjustable Size and Color for the Price Line and Timer so I Can See it Better From Across the Room...
Adjustments include: Price Line Width Size and Color (Small, Normal, Large, Huge)
Adjustment for: Solid Line, Dashed or Dotted Line
Countdown Timer: ON/OFF
I Can Now See The Price and Price Line From Across the Room!!
Bullish Engulfing at Daily Support (Pivot Low) - R Target (v6)1. What this strategy really is (in human terms)
This strategy is not about predicting the market.
It’s about waiting for proof that buyers are stepping in at a price where they already should.
Think of it like this:
“I only buy when price falls into a known ‘floor’ and buyers visibly take control.”
That’s it.
Everything in the script enforces that idea.
2. The two ingredients (nothing else)
Ingredient #1: Daily Support (the location)
Support is an area where price previously fell and then reversed upward.
In the script:
Support is defined as the most recent confirmed daily swing low
A swing low means:
Price went down
Stopped
Then went up enough to prove that buyers defended that level
This matters because:
You’re not guessing where support might be
You’re using a level where buyers already proved themselves
“At support” doesn’t mean exact
Markets don’t bounce off perfect lines.
So the script allows a small zone (the “support tolerance”):
Example: 0.5% tolerance
If support is at 100
Anywhere between ~99.5–100.5 counts
This prevents missing good trades just because price was off by a few ticks.
Ingredient #2: Bullish Engulfing Candle (the trigger)
This is the confirmation.
A bullish engulfing candle means:
Sellers were in control
Buyers stepped in hard enough to fully overpower them
The bullish candle’s body “swallows” the previous candle
Psychologically, it says:
“Sellers tried, failed, and buyers just took control.”
That’s why this candle works only at support.
A bullish engulfing in the middle of nowhere means nothing.
3. Why daily timeframe matters
The daily chart:
Filters out noise
Reflects decisions made by institutions, not random scalpers
Produces fewer but higher-quality signals
That’s why:
The script uses daily data
You typically get very few trades per month
Most days: no trade
That “boredom” is the edge.
4. When a trade is taken (exact conditions)
A trade happens only if ALL are true:
Price drops into a recent daily support zone
A bullish engulfing candle forms on the daily chart
Risk is clearly defined (entry, stop, target)
If any one is missing → no trade
5. How risk is controlled (this is crucial)
The stop loss (where you admit you’re wrong)
The stop is placed:
Below the support level
Or below the low of the engulfing candle
With a small ATR buffer so normal noise doesn’t stop you out
Meaning:
“If price breaks below this area, buyers were wrong. I’m out.”
No hoping. No moving stops. No exceptions.
Position sizing (why this strategy survives losing streaks)
Each trade risks a fixed % of your account (default 1%).
So:
Big stop = smaller position
Small stop = larger position
This keeps every trade equal in risk, not equal in size.
That’s professional behavior.
6. The take-profit logic (why 2.8R matters)
Instead of guessing targets:
The strategy uses a multiple of risk (R)
Example:
Risk = $1
Target = $2.80
You can lose many times and still come out ahead.
This is why:
Win rate ≈ 60% is more than enough
Even 40–45% could still work if discipline is perfect
7. Why patience is the real edge (not the pattern)
The bullish engulfing is common.
Bullish engulfing at daily support is rare.
Most people fail because they:
Trade engulfings everywhere
Ignore location
Lower standards when bored
Add “just one more indicator”
Your edge is:
Saying no 95% of the time
Taking only trades that look obvious after they work
8. How to use this strategy effectively (rules to follow)
Rule 1: Only take “clean” setups
Skip trades when:
Support is messy or unclear
Price is chopping sideways
The engulfing candle is tiny
The market is news-chaotic (earnings, FOMC, etc.)
If you have to convince yourself, skip it.
Rule 2: One trade at a time
This strategy works best when:
You’re not stacked in multiple correlated trades
You treat each setup like it matters
Quality > quantity.
Rule 3: Journal screenshots, not just numbers
After each trade, save:
Daily chart screenshot
Support level marked
Entry / stop / target
After 50–100 trades, patterns jump out:
Best tolerance %
Best stop buffer
Markets that behave well vs poorly
That’s how the original trader refined it.
Rule 4: Expect boredom and drawdowns
You will have:
Weeks with zero trades
Clusters of losses
Long flat periods
That’s normal.
If you “fix” it by adding more trades:
You destroy the edge.
9. Who this strategy is perfect for
This fits you if:
You don’t want screen addiction
You prefer process over excitement
You’re okay being wrong often
You want something you can execute for years
It is not for:
Scalpers
Indicator collectors
People who need action every day
10. The mindset shift (the real lesson of that story)
The money didn’t come from bullish engulfings.
It came from:
Defining one repeatable behavior
Removing everything else
Trusting math + patience
Doing nothing most of the time
If you want, next we can:
Walk through real example trades bar-by-bar
Optimize settings for a specific market you trade
Add filters that increase quality without adding complexity
SMA Indicator Signals [MK]Overview
The SMA Indicator Signals indicator is designed to identify high-probability trend-following entries using a dual SMA system and RSI filtering. Unlike traditional crossover indicators that rely on ta.crossover (which often fails during volatile market gaps), this script uses state-based logic to capture signals even when the price "jumps" over the moving average.
The "Gap-Over" Problem Solved
In fast-moving markets or at market open, price often gaps significantly. If the price opens above the SMA 20 after being below it, a standard indicator usually misses the signal because no "physical" cross occurred on the chart.
This indicator compares the current state to the previous state. If the price is now above the SMA while previously being below, the signal triggers regardless of the gap.
Key Features
Persistent Signals: Unlike strategies that hide signals while a trade is active, this indicator plots an icon for every valid occurrence, allowing you to scale into positions or identify secondary entries.
Trend-Filtered: Long signals only appear when the 20 SMA is above the 50 SMA (and vice-versa for shorts).
RSI Guardrail: Built-in RSI logic prevents you from chasing "Longs" into overbought territory or "Shorts" into oversold conditions.
Universal Alerts: Includes pre-configured alertcondition calls for Longs, Shorts, or both.
How to Trade it
The Signal: Look for the Green (Long) or Red (Short) triangles.
User Discretion: Since this version removes automated ADX/Expansion filters, the trader should look at the "width" of the gap between the Blue (20) and Orange (50) SMAs. Wider gaps usually indicate stronger momentum.
Alerts: Create an alert and select "Any SSMA Signal" to be notified on your phone or desktop the moment a setup forms.
Settings
Fast SMA (20): Your primary trigger line.
Slow SMA (50): Your primary trend filter.
RSI Thresholds: Customize how "early" or "late" you want to be filtered out of a move based on momentum.
RSI Divergence (No pivots, delta + cooldown)RSI Divergence (No Pivots, Delta + Cooldown)
This indicator detects classic RSI divergence without using pivots/fractals and without looking into future bars. It is designed to behave closer to “human eyeballing” by comparing current extremes to the last N bars, and it triggers signals only on bar close (non-repainting after the candle closes).
Logic
Bearish divergence: Price makes a new lookback high (relative to the previous lookback bars), while RSI does not make a new high.
A signal is printed only if RSI is at least Δ RSI points below the previous RSI high over the same lookback window.
Bullish divergence: Price makes a new lookback low (relative to the previous lookback bars), while RSI does not make a new low.
A signal is printed only if RSI is at least Δ RSI points above the previous RSI low over the same lookback window.
Inputs
RSI Length: RSI period.
Lookback (bars): Number of past bars used to define “new high/low” for both price and RSI.
Use High/Low (else Close): Choose whether price extremes are based on High/Low or Close.
RSI delta (points): Minimum RSI gap required to confirm the divergence (reduces weak/noisy signals).
Cooldown after signal (bars): After any signal, the indicator suppresses new signals for the next X bars to reduce alert/label spam.
Alerts
The script includes two alert conditions:
Bearish divergence (delta + cooldown)
Bullish divergence (delta + cooldown)
Recommended alert setting: Once per bar close.
Smart VWAP SignalsSmart VWAP Signals
Smart VWAP Signals is an advanced indicator based on the VWAP Intraday V2 strategy, optimized using Grid Search to maximize performance.
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🎯 Key Features
Trading Modes
• BOTH: Combines mean reversion (Separator) and trend-following (KISS) signals
• SEPARATOR: Mean reversion signals only, when price deviates significantly from VWAP
• KISS: Trend-following signals only, aligned with VWAP direction
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🚦 Intelligent Traffic Light System
• 🟢 GREEN: High Profit Factor – trade with confidence
• 🟡 YELLOW: Medium Profit Factor – trade with caution
• 🔴 RED: Low Profit Factor – avoid new entries
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🛡️ Risk Management
• ATR-based Stop Loss with configurable maximum limit
• Flexible Take Profit options:
• VWAP target
• Fixed Risk/Reward ratio
• ATR multiple
• Automatic stop-day after consecutive losses
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🔍 Configurable Filters
• Signal cooldown between trades
• Volatility filter (minimum ATR threshold)
• Trend filter (EMA 200)
• Volume filter
• Multi-timeframe confirmation
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📊 Visualization & Analytics
• Real-time statistics panel
• VWAP with deviation bands
• Trade history with WIN / LOSS percentages
• Entry-to-exit lines
• Fully customizable colors
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⚙️ Optimized Default Parameters
Optimized via Grid Search, achieving:
• ROI: 322%
• Profit Factor: 1.97
• Win Rate: 68.4%
ORB Asia London NYThis script plots the highs & lows of all three market sessions Asia, London, and NY. in UTC The time frames can be adjusted to you're own ORB strategy.
The time period of opening range & the max timeframe to display it on can be adjusted from the settings.
So for eg. if want to use 15m NY ORB to trade, then set "NY time " as 14:30-14:45
TrintityTrendIntroducing TrinityTrend
A multi-signal indicator combining:
Candle TrendStrength
SuperTrend logic
TTM Squeeze detection
Built for clarity, momentum, and volatility awareness—across any timeframe.
TrendStrength Mode
Candle coloring reflects directional conviction.
Strong uptrend
Strong downtrend
Neutral or indecisive
Helps traders stay with momentum and avoid chop.
SuperTrend Overlay
SuperTrend Logic Dynamic trailing stop based on volatility.
🟩 Price above = bullish bias
🟥 Price below = bearish bias
Great for swing entries and exits.
TTM Squeeze Detection
TTM Squeeze Mode Detects compression zones before breakout.
Squeeze on = buildup (You can change the color of this)
Pairs well with TrendStrength for timing entries.
Multi-Timeframe Versatility
Multi-Timeframe Ready:
Intraday scalping
Daily swing setups
Weekly macro bias
Toggle modes to match your strategy
All in One [Wonniewant]This script is the ultimate "All-in-One" trend and volatility solution designed to maximize efficiency for TradingView users, especially those with indicator slot limits.
It combines **15 Moving Averages** and **4 Volatility Bands** into a single indicator, allowing you to monitor complex market trends without cluttering your indicator list.
**Key Features:**
1. **Comprehensive Moving Averages (15 Lines):**
- **SMA (Simple MA):** 5 lines (Defaults: 5, 20, 60, 120, 240)
- **EMA (Exponential MA):** 5 lines (Defaults: 5, 20, 60, 120, 240)
- **HMA (Hull MA):** 5 lines (Defaults: 5, 20, 60, 120, 240)
*Each line is fully customizable.*
2. **Advanced Volatility Bands (4 Sets):**
- **Bollinger Bands:** 2 independent sets with customizable Basis (SMA/EMA), Length, and Multiplier.
- **Keltner Channels:** 2 independent sets with customizable ATR periods and Multipliers.
3. **Full Customization & Control:**
- **Master Toggles:** Quickly hide or show entire groups (e.g., "Show SMAs Master Toggle") to keep your chart clean.
- **Individual Controls:** Toggle visibility, change colors, and adjust **Line Width (1-5px)** for every single line directly from the settings.
- **Source Selection:** Choose different price sources (Close, High, Low, etc.) for each group independently.
**How to Use:**
- Add the script to your chart.
- Open "Settings" to configure periods, colors, and line widths.
- Use the checkboxes to enable/disable specific indicators based on your strategy.
- Perfect for traders who need a clean workspace while keeping all critical technical levels within a single tool.
*Author: Wonniewant*
Volume-Weighted Hybrid Channel [Capitalize Labs]Volume-Weighted Hybrid Channel (VWHC) is a channel-only indicator designed to visualise mean and volatility structure using a blended framework. It combines a configurable mean engine (SuperSmoother, EMA, SMA, or RMA) with an anchored VWAP component, then builds a four-level band ladder around a hybrid mean using a hybrid width that blends a range engine (ATR or true range variants) with anchored, volume-weighted standard deviation. The result is a smooth, adaptive channel intended to help us contextualise price location and volatility expansion or contraction relative to the hybrid mean.
The indicator supports Weekly or Session anchoring for the VWAP and sigma components, and includes optional transition smoothing after anchor resets to reduce visual stepping. Band levels are user-defined (with automatic ordering enforcement), and optional gradient fills can be enabled for clearer zone recognition. An optional Band Occupancy Table is included to show how frequently price closes inside each zone, either over a rolling lookback or since the most recent anchor reset. This table is informational only and does not generate signals.
This script is an indicator, not a strategy. It does not place trades, generate alerts, or provide entry or exit instructions. Outputs depend on chart symbol, timeframe, and data quality, including volume availability. The channel is designed to be non-repainting in the sense that it uses confirmed bar data and does not use forward-looking logic; however, like all indicators, the current bar can update until it closes.
Risk Warning
This material is educational research only and does not constitute financial advice, investment recommendation, or a solicitation to buy or sell any instrument. Foreign exchange and CFDs are complex, leveraged products that carry a high risk of rapid losses; leverage amplifies both gains and losses, and you should not trade with funds you cannot afford to lose. Market conditions can change without notice, and news or illiquidity may cause gaps and slippage; stop-loss orders are not guaranteed.
The analysis presented does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or risk tolerance. Before acting, assess suitability in light of your circumstances and consider seeking advice from a licensed professional. Past performance and back-tested or hypothetical scenarios are not reliable indicators of future results, and no outcome or level mentioned here is assured. You are solely responsible for all trading decisions, including position sizing and risk management. No external links, promotions, or contact details are provided, in line with TradingView House Rules.
Disclaimer
Use of this indicator is at our own discretion and risk. It is a visual analysis tool and should be validated through independent testing and a documented trading plan before being used in live decision-making.
BBQ Levels - Options Spread Diversification GridOverview
BBQ Levels (also known as "The Grill") is a price-level tracking indicator designed for options traders who use iron condors, put credit spreads, or other spread strategies. It divides the price chart into horizontal zones and tracks which "level" the market currently occupies, helping traders diversify their positions across different price ranges rather than concentrating risk at a single strike.
The indicator uses a playful Star Wars naming convention: upward-trending levels are called "Jedi Levels" (JL) and downward-trending levels are called "Sith Levels" (SL). This terminology originated from a trading mentor who found it easier to remember than directional abbreviations.
How It Works
Level Grid System
The indicator creates a grid of horizontal price levels based on your chosen spacing (default: 10 points). Each level represents a price zone where you might consider placing a spread trade.
Trend State Tracking
The indicator operates in one of two modes:
Jedi Mode (Bullish): When price is advancing upward through levels. Each time price breaks above the current level's top boundary, the indicator advances to the next Jedi Level (JL1 to JL2 to JL3, etc.).
Sith Mode (Bearish): When price is declining through levels. Each time price breaks below the current level's bottom boundary, the indicator advances to the next Sith Level (SL1 to SL2 to SL3, etc.).
Level Transitions
Transitions between modes occur when price reverses and touches the opposing level boundary. The indicator uses high/low touches (not closes) to determine level breaks, providing faster signals.
Trade Visualization Boxes
You can overlay up to 10 colored rectangles representing your actual options positions. Each box shows:
- Opening date (when you entered the trade)
- Expiration date (when the options expire)
- Upper and lower strikes (defining your spread's range)
- Custom label (e.g., "Jan IC" or "Feb Put Spread")
This lets you see at a glance which price zones you have covered and where gaps exist in your "grill."
Practical Application
Vertical Diversification Strategy
The core idea is to diversify iron condors across multiple price levels rather than placing all trades at the current market price:
When market reaches extended Jedi Levels (JL3 or higher): Consider reducing delta on new put credit spreads, as the market may be overextended to the upside.
When market reaches extended Sith Levels (SL3 or higher): Consider increasing delta on new positions, anticipating potential mean reversion.
Coverage Visualization
By drawing boxes for your active positions, you can see which price ranges are "protected" by existing spreads and identify gaps where additional positions might provide better coverage.
Settings Guide
Main Settings
Level Spacing - Distance between horizontal levels in price points. Default is 10. For SPY, 10 points creates meaningful zones; for SPX, consider 50-100 points.
Trade Boxes (1-10)
Each trade slot has these settings:
Show Trade - Toggle visibility of this position box
Label - Custom name for the trade (e.g., "Jan 17 IC")
Opening Date - When you entered the position
Expiration Date - Options expiration date
Upper Strike - Top of your spread range
Lower Strike - Bottom of your spread range
Visual Elements
Green labels (JL1, JL2...) - Mark upward level progressions
Red labels (SL1, SL2...) - Mark downward level progressions
Blue labels - Mark trend reversal points (JL1 after Sith mode, SL1 after Jedi mode)
Dashed blue grid lines - Show level boundaries extending into the future
Colored boxes - Your configured trade positions
Status table (top right) - Current price, level, and trend direction
What Makes This Different
Unlike standard support/resistance indicators, BBQ Levels is specifically designed for options spread traders. It provides:
A systematic framework for diversifying positions across price levels
Visual overlay of actual trade positions against the level grid
State-based tracking that distinguishes between bullish and bearish market phases
Actionable context for adjusting spread deltas based on market extension
Best Used On
SPY, SPX, or other index products where you trade iron condors
Daily or 4-hour timeframes for position planning
Lower timeframes (1H, 15m) for timing entries within levels
Limitations
This indicator does not predict price direction - it only tracks which level price currently occupies
The level spacing is fixed and does not adapt to volatility
Trade boxes are manual inputs - you must update them as you open/close positions
Level progression rules may generate frequent signals during choppy, range-bound markets
This is a visualization and organizational tool, not a trading signal generator
Disclaimer
This indicator is for educational and organizational purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice and should not be used as the sole basis for trading decisions.
Options trading involves substantial risk and is not suitable for all investors
Past performance does not guarantee future results
Iron condors and credit spreads have defined risk but can still result in significant losses
Always conduct your own research and consider consulting a financial professional
The author is not responsible for any trading losses incurred using this tool
Version History
v1.0 - Initial release with level tracking
v1.1 - Bug fix: levels now update on touch, not close
v1.2 - Added trade visualization boxes (up to 10 positions)
v1.3 - Fixed expiration date rendering for trade boxes
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IV Rank & Percentile Suite V1.0What This Indicator Does
The IV Rank & Percentile Suite provides the volatility context options traders need to time entries. It calculates two complementary metrics—IV Rank and IV Percentile—using historical volatility as a proxy, then displays clear visual zones to identify favorable conditions for premium selling strategies.
Stop guessing if volatility is "high" or "low." This indicator tells you exactly where current volatility sits relative to recent history.
The Two Metrics Explained
IV Rank (0-100) Measures where current volatility sits within its 52-week high-low range.
IV Rank = (Current HV - 52w Low) / (52w High - 52w Low) × 100
70 means current volatility is 70% of the way between the yearly low and high
Sensitive to extreme spikes (a single high reading affects the range)
IV Percentile (0-100) Measures what percentage of days in the lookback period had lower volatility than today.
IV Percentile = (Days with lower HV / Total days) × 100
70 means volatility was lower than today on 70% of days in the past year
More stable, less affected by outlier spikes
Why Both?
IV Rank reacts faster to volatility changes. IV Percentile is more stable and statistically robust. When both agree (e.g., both above 50), you have stronger confirmation. Divergence between them can signal transitional periods.
Zone System
The indicator divides readings into three zones:
Zone ------- Default Range ---- Meaning ------------------ Premium Selling
🟢 High ≥ 50 Elevated volatility Favorable
🟡 Neutral 25-50 Normal volatility Selective
🔴 Low ≤ 25 Compressed volatility Avoid
An additional Extreme threshold (default 75) highlights prime conditions when volatility is significantly elevated.
Zone thresholds are fully customizable in settings.
How to Use It
For Premium Sellers (Iron Condors, Credit Spreads, Strangles)
Wait for IV Rank to enter the green zone (≥50)
Confirm IV Percentile agrees (also elevated)
Enter premium selling positions when both metrics align
Avoid initiating new positions when in the red zone
For Premium Buyers (Long Options, Debit Spreads)
Low IV Rank/Percentile means cheaper options
Red zone can favor directional debit strategies
Avoid buying premium when both metrics are in the green zone
General Principle:
Sell premium when volatility is high (it tends to revert to mean). Buy premium when volatility is low (if you have a directional thesis).
Inputs
Volatility Calculation
HV Period — Lookback for historical volatility calculation (default: 20)
Trading Days/Year — 252 for stocks, 365 for crypto
Lookback Periods
IV Rank Lookback — Period for high/low range (default: 252 = 1 year)
IV Percentile Lookback — Period for percentile calculation (default: 252)
Zone Thresholds
High IV Zone — Readings above this are highlighted green (default: 50)
Low IV Zone — Readings below this are highlighted red (default: 25)
Extreme High — Threshold for "prime" conditions alert (default: 75)
Display Options
Toggle IV Rank, IV Percentile, and raw HV display
Show/hide zone backgrounds
Show/hide info panel
Panel position selection
Info Panel
The panel displays:
Field ------- Description
IV Rank ------- Current reading with color coding
IV Pctl ------- Current percentile with color coding
HV 20d ------- Raw historical volatility percentage
52w Range ------- Lowest to highest HV in lookback period
Zone ------- Current zone status
Premium ------- Signal quality for premium selling
Lookback ------- Days used for calculations
R/P Spread ------- Difference between Rank and Percentile
Alerts
Six alerts are available:
Zone Transitions
IV Entered High Zone — Favorable for premium selling
IV Reached Extreme Levels — Prime conditions
IV Dropped to Low Zone — Caution for premium sellers
Threshold Crosses
IV Rank Crossed Above High Threshold
IV Rank Crossed Below Low Threshold
IV Percentile Above 75
IV Percentile Below 25
Set up alerts to get notified when conditions change without watching charts.
Technical Notes
Volatility Calculation Method
This indicator uses close-to-close historical volatility as an IV proxy:
Calculate log returns: ln(Close / Previous Close)
Take standard deviation over HV Period
Annualize: multiply by √(Trading Days)
This method correlates well with implied volatility for most liquid instruments. On highly liquid options underlyings (SPY, QQQ, major stocks), HV and IV tend to move together, making this a reliable proxy for IV Rank analysis.
Non-Repainting
All calculations use confirmed bar data. Values are fixed once a bar closes.
Lookback Requirement
The indicator needs sufficient history to calculate accurately. For a 252-day lookback, ensure your chart has at least 300+ bars of data.
Best Used On
ETFs: SPY, QQQ, IWM, DIA
Indices: SPX, NDX
High-volume stocks: AAPL, TSLA, NVDA, AMD, META
Timeframe: Daily (recommended), Weekly for longer-term view
The indicator works on any instrument but is most meaningful on underlyings with active options markets.
Important Notes
⚠️ This indicator uses historical volatility as a proxy for implied volatility. While HV and IV are correlated, they are not identical. For precise IV data, consult your options broker's platform.
⚠️ High IV Rank does not guarantee profitable premium selling. It indicates favorable conditions, not guaranteed outcomes. Position sizing and risk management remain essential.
⚠️ Past volatility patterns do not guarantee future behavior. Volatility regimes can shift, and historical ranges may not predict future ranges.
Suggested Workflow
Add to daily chart of your preferred underlying
Set up alert for "IV Entered High Zone"
When alerted, check both IV Rank and IV Percentile
If both elevated, evaluate premium selling opportunities
Use your broker's actual IV data for final entry decisions
Questions? Leave a comment below.
MAG7 Market Cap Weighted Index [Reflex]Summary
A synthetic intraday index built from the MAG7, weighted by market cap and plotted as true OHLC candles.
Usage
This indicator was designed for market breadth analyses. Since it uses market cap weighting, it behaves like any other index (eg. SPX).
It shows where mega-cap leadership is actually trading, making it useful for trend confirmation, divergence analysis versus NQ/ES, and contextualizing the breadth of the market.
The index is intentionally gated to the NY RTH session to avoid distorted behavior when component data is unavailable.
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