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GKD-C Alpha Trend [Loxx]The Giga Kaleidoscope GKD-C Alpha Trend is a confirmation module included in Loxx's "Giga Kaleidoscope Modularized Trading System." █ GKD-C Alpha Trend Alpha Trend first determines the average true range (ATR) and computes up and down trends based on the ATR. It then evaluates conditions based on relative strength index (RSI) or money flow index (MFI) to define a value named 'Alpha'. The algorithm then compares the current 'Alpha' value to its previous values to determine potential buy or sell signals. Finally, it counts the number of bars (or periods) since the last buy or sell signal was triggered and uses this information generate signals. █ Giga Kaleidoscope Modularized Trading System Core components of an NNFX algorithmic trading strategy The NNFX algorithm is built on the principles of trend, momentum, and volatility. There are six core components in the NNFX trading algorithm: 1. Volatility - price volatility; e.g., Average True Range, True Range Double, Close-to-Close, etc. 2. Baseline - a moving average to identify price trend 3. Confirmation 1 - a technical indicator used to identify trends 4. Confirmation 2 - a technical indicator used to identify trends 5. Continuation - a technical indicator used to identify trends 6. Volatility/Volume - a technical indicator used to identify volatility/volume breakouts/breakdown 7. Exit - a technical indicator used to determine when a trend is exhausted 8. Metamorphosis - a technical indicator that produces a compound signal from the combination of other GKD indicators* *(not part of the NNFX algorithm) What is Volatility in the NNFX trading system? In the NNFX (No Nonsense Forex) trading system, ATR (Average True Range) is typically used to measure the volatility of an asset. It is used as a part of the system to help determine the appropriate stop loss and take profit levels for a trade. ATR is calculated by taking the average of the true range values over a specified period. True range is calculated as the maximum of the following values: -Current high minus the current low -Absolute value of the current high minus the previous close -Absolute value of the current low minus the previous close ATR is a dynamic indicator that changes with changes in volatility. As volatility increases, the value of ATR increases, and as volatility decreases, the value of ATR decreases. By using ATR in NNFX system, traders can adjust their stop loss and take profit levels according to the volatility of the asset being traded. This helps to ensure that the trade is given enough room to move, while also minimizing potential losses. Other types of volatility include True Range Double (TRD), Close-to-Close, and Garman-Klass What is a Baseline indicator? The baseline is essentially a moving average, and is used to determine the overall direction of the market. The baseline in the NNFX system is used to filter out trades that are not in line with the long-term trend of the market. The baseline is plotted on the chart along with other indicators, such as the Moving Average (MA), the Relative Strength Index (RSI), and the Average True Range (ATR). Trades are only taken when the price is in the same direction as the baseline. For example, if the baseline is sloping upwards, only long trades are taken, and if the baseline is sloping downwards, only short trades are taken. This approach helps to ensure that trades are in line with the overall trend of the market, and reduces the risk of entering trades that are likely to fail. By using a baseline in the NNFX system, traders can have a clear reference point for determining the overall trend of the market, and can make more informed trading decisions. The baseline helps to filter out noise and false signals, and ensures that trades are taken in the direction of the long-term trend. What is a Confirmation indicator? Confirmation indicators are technical indicators that are used to confirm the signals generated by primary indicators. Primary indicators are the core indicators used in the NNFX system, such as the Average True Range (ATR), the Moving Average (MA), and the Relative Strength Index (RSI). The purpose of the confirmation indicators is to reduce false signals and improve the accuracy of the trading system. They are designed to confirm the signals generated by the primary indicators by providing additional information about the strength and direction of the trend. Some examples of confirmation indicators that may be used in the NNFX system include the Bollinger Bands, the MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence), and the MACD Oscillator. These indicators can provide information about the volatility, momentum, and trend strength of the market, and can be used to confirm the signals generated by the primary indicators. In the NNFX system, confirmation indicators are used in combination with primary indicators and other filters to create a trading system that is robust and reliable. By using multiple indicators to confirm trading signals, the system aims to reduce the risk of false signals and improve the overall profitability of the trades. What is a Continuation indicator? In the NNFX (No Nonsense Forex) trading system, a continuation indicator is a technical indicator that is used to confirm a current trend and predict that the trend is likely to continue in the same direction. A continuation indicator is typically used in conjunction with other indicators in the system, such as a baseline indicator, to provide a comprehensive trading strategy. What is a Volatility/Volume indicator? Volume indicators, such as the On Balance Volume (OBV), the Chaikin Money Flow (CMF), or the Volume Price Trend (VPT), are used to measure the amount of buying and selling activity in a market. They are based on the trading volume of the market, and can provide information about the strength of the trend. In the NNFX system, volume indicators are used to confirm trading signals generated by the Moving Average and the Relative Strength Index. Volatility indicators include Average Direction Index, Waddah Attar, and Volatility Ratio. In the NNFX trading system, volatility is a proxy for volume and vice versa. By using volume indicators as confirmation tools, the NNFX trading system aims to reduce the risk of false signals and improve the overall profitability of trades. These indicators can provide additional information about the market that is not captured by the primary indicators, and can help traders to make more informed trading decisions. In addition, volume indicators can be used to identify potential changes in market trends and to confirm the strength of price movements. What is an Exit indicator? The exit indicator is used in conjunction with other indicators in the system, such as the Moving Average (MA), the Relative Strength Index (RSI), and the Average True Range (ATR), to provide a comprehensive trading strategy. The exit indicator in the NNFX system can be any technical indicator that is deemed effective at identifying optimal exit points. Examples of exit indicators that are commonly used include the Parabolic SAR, the Average Directional Index (ADX), and the Chandelier Exit. The purpose of the exit indicator is to identify when a trend is likely to reverse or when the market conditions have changed, signaling the need to exit a trade. By using an exit indicator, traders can manage their risk and prevent significant losses. In the NNFX system, the exit indicator is used in conjunction with a stop loss and a take profit order to maximize profits and minimize losses. The stop loss order is used to limit the amount of loss that can be incurred if the trade goes against the trader, while the take profit order is used to lock in profits when the trade is moving in the trader's favor. Overall, the use of an exit indicator in the NNFX trading system is an important component of a comprehensive trading strategy. It allows traders to manage their risk effectively and improve the profitability of their trades by exiting at the right time. What is an Metamorphosis indicator? The concept of a metamorphosis indicator involves the integration of two or more GKD indicators to generate a compound signal. This is achieved by evaluating the accuracy of each indicator and selecting the signal from the indicator with the highest accuracy. As an illustration, let's consider a scenario where we calculate the accuracy of 10 indicators and choose the signal from the indicator that demonstrates the highest accuracy. The resulting output from the metamorphosis indicator can then be utilized in a GKD-BT backtest by occupying a slot that aligns with the purpose of the metamorphosis indicator. The slot can be a GKD-B, GKD-C, or GKD-E slot, depending on the specific requirements and objectives of the indicator. This allows for seamless integration and utilization of the compound signal within the GKD-BT framework. How does Loxx's GKD (Giga Kaleidoscope Modularized Trading System) implement the NNFX algorithm outlined above? Loxx's GKD v2.0 system has five types of modules (indicators/strategies). These modules are: 1. GKD-BT - Backtesting module (Volatility, Number 1 in the NNFX algorithm) 2. GKD-B - Baseline module (Baseline and Volatility/Volume, Numbers 1 and 2 in the NNFX algorithm) 3. GKD-C - Confirmation 1/2 and Continuation module (Confirmation 1/2 and Continuation, Numbers 3, 4, and 5 in the NNFX algorithm) 4. GKD-V - Volatility/Volume module (Confirmation 1/2, Number 6 in the NNFX algorithm) 5. GKD-E - Exit module (Exit, Number 7 in the NNFX algorithm) 6. GKD-M - Metamorphosis module (Metamorphosis, Number 8 in the NNFX algorithm, but not part of the NNFX algorithm) (additional module types will added in future releases) Each module interacts with every module by passing data to A backtest module wherein the various components of the GKD system are combined to create a trading signal. That is, the Baseline indicator passes its data to Volatility/Volume. The Volatility/Volume indicator passes its values to the Confirmation 1 indicator. The Confirmation 1 indicator passes its values to the Confirmation 2 indicator. The Confirmation 2 indicator passes its values to the Continuation indicator. The Continuation indicator passes its values to the Exit indicator, and finally, the Exit indicator passes its values to the Backtest strategy. This chaining of indicators requires that each module conform to Loxx's GKD protocol, therefore allowing for the testing of every possible combination of technical indicators that make up the six components of the NNFX algorithm. What does the application of the GKD trading system look like? Example trading system: Backtest: Multi-Ticker CC Backtest Baseline: Hull Moving Average Volatility/Volume: Hurst Exponent Confirmation 1: Advance Trend Pressure as shown on the chart above Confirmation 2: uf2018 Continuation: Coppock Curve Exit: Rex Oscillator Metamorphosis: Baseline Optimizer Each GKD indicator is denoted with a module identifier of either: GKD-BT, GKD-B, GKD-C, GKD-V, GKD-M, or GKD-E. This allows traders to understand to which module each indicator belongs and where each indicator fits into the GKD system. █ Giga Kaleidoscope Modularized Trading System Signals Standard Entry 1. GKD-C Confirmation gives signal 2. Baseline agrees 3. Price inside Goldie Locks Zone Minimum 4. Price inside Goldie Locks Zone Maximum 5. Confirmation 2 agrees 6. Volatility/Volume agrees 1-Candle Standard Entry 1a. GKD-C Confirmation gives signal 2a. Baseline agrees 3a. Price inside Goldie Locks Zone Minimum 4a. Price inside Goldie Locks Zone Maximum Next Candle 1b. Price retraced 2b. Baseline agrees 3b. Confirmation 1 agrees 4b. Confirmation 2 agrees 5b. Volatility/Volume agrees Baseline Entry 1. GKD-B Baseline gives signal 2. Confirmation 1 agrees 3. Price inside Goldie Locks Zone Minimum 4. Price inside Goldie Locks Zone Maximum 5. Confirmation 2 agrees 6. Volatility/Volume agrees 7. Confirmation 1 signal was less than 'Maximum Allowable PSBC Bars Back' prior 1-Candle Baseline Entry 1a. GKD-B Baseline gives signal 2a. Confirmation 1 agrees 3a. Price inside Goldie Locks Zone Minimum 4a. Price inside Goldie Locks Zone Maximum 5a. Confirmation 1 signal was less than 'Maximum Allowable PSBC Bars Back' prior Next Candle 1b. Price retraced 2b. Baseline agrees 3b. Confirmation 1 agrees 4b. Confirmation 2 agrees 5b. Volatility/Volume agrees Volatility/Volume Entry 1. GKD-V Volatility/Volume gives signal 2. Confirmation 1 agrees 3. Price inside Goldie Locks Zone Minimum 4. Price inside Goldie Locks Zone Maximum 5. Confirmation 2 agrees 6. Baseline agrees 7. Confirmation 1 signal was less than 7 candles prior 1-Candle Volatility/Volume Entry 1a. GKD-V Volatility/Volume gives signal 2a. Confirmation 1 agrees 3a. Price inside Goldie Locks Zone Minimum 4a. Price inside Goldie Locks Zone Maximum 5a. Confirmation 1 signal was less than 'Maximum Allowable PSVVC Bars Back' prior Next Candle 1b. Price retraced 2b. Volatility/Volume agrees 3b. Confirmation 1 agrees 4b. Confirmation 2 agrees 5b. Baseline agrees Confirmation 2 Entry 1. GKD-C Confirmation 2 gives signal 2. Confirmation 1 agrees 3. Price inside Goldie Locks Zone Minimum 4. Price inside Goldie Locks Zone Maximum 5. Volatility/Volume agrees 6. Baseline agrees 7. Confirmation 1 signal was less than 7 candles prior 1-Candle Confirmation 2 Entry 1a. GKD-C Confirmation 2 gives signal 2a. Confirmation 1 agrees 3a. Price inside Goldie Locks Zone Minimum 4a. Price inside Goldie Locks Zone Maximum 5a. Confirmation 1 signal was less than 'Maximum Allowable PSC2C Bars Back' prior Next Candle 1b. Price retraced 2b. Confirmation 2 agrees 3b. Confirmation 1 agrees 4b. Volatility/Volume agrees 5b. Baseline agrees PullBack Entry 1a. GKD-B Baseline gives signal 2a. Confirmation 1 agrees 3a. Price is beyond 1.0x Volatility of Baseline Next Candle 1b. Price inside Goldie Locks Zone Minimum 2b. Price inside Goldie Locks Zone Maximum 3b. Confirmation 1 agrees 4b. Confirmation 2 agrees 5b. Volatility/Volume agrees Continuation Entry 1. Standard Entry, 1-Candle Standard Entry, Baseline Entry, 1-Candle Baseline Entry, Volatility/Volume Entry, 1-Candle Volatility/Volume Entry, Confirmation 2 Entry, 1-Candle Confirmation 2 Entry, or Pullback entry triggered previously 2. Baseline hasn't crossed since entry signal trigger 4. Confirmation 1 agrees 5. Baseline agrees 6. Confirmation 2 agrees
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