ka66: FX Sessions High/LowThis indicator is specific to the 24-hour Forex Market. It provides 2 features:
Demarcating forex sessions with open and close lines. Note that looking at various sources online, we use the convention that the Asia session starts with the Tokyo market open, rather than the earlier Sydney session. Presumably this is better since we then have more liquidity in the market. Note that we have three sessions: Asia, London, New York.
At the end of each session, we begin plotting that (closed) session's high and low, which acts as a natural support and resistance for the Forex market. This is the key feature it provides. The first feature is mainly there for a visual guide, which can be turned off via the UI settings, but it certainly helps verifying the logic!
For more background, we are taking the idea of Previous Day High/Low (PDH/PDL), but adjusting it to a multi-session market like Forex. In essence, this is is a "Previous Session High/Low" indicator.
PDH/PDL works fine when you have a market with Regular Trading Hours, ignoring Extended Hours. However, in the Forex market, each session can have differing sentiments, e.g. we often see say London bringing prices up, and New York bringing them back down.
The break of session high/lows (or bouncing off them) can reflect where the potential direction price is going to take.
I also categorised this as a Sentiment indicator, because support and resistance areas where prices react do provide the sentiment of the market. They aren't just lines, they are prices of interest to major players.
Multitimeframe
MTF Bollinger BandWidth [CryptoSea]The MTF Bollinger BandWidth Indicator is an advanced analytical tool crafted for traders who need to gauge market volatility and trend strength across multiple timeframes. This powerful indicator leverages the Bollinger BandWidth concept to provide a comprehensive view of price movements and volatility changes, making it ideal for those looking to enhance their trading strategies with multi-timeframe analysis.
Key Features
Multi-Timeframe Analysis: Allows users to monitor Bollinger BandWidth across various timeframes, providing a macro and micro perspective on market volatility.
Pivot Point Detection: Identifies crucial high and low pivot points, offering insights into potential support and resistance levels. Pivot points are dynamic and adjust based on the timeframe viewed, reflecting short-term fluctuations or longer-term trends.
Customizable Parameters: Includes options to adjust the length of the moving average, the standard deviation multiplier, and more, enabling traders to tailor the tool to their specific needs.
Dynamic Color Coding: Utilizes color changes to indicate different market conditions, aiding in quick visual assessments.
In the example below, notice how changes in BBW across different timeframes provide early signals for potential volatility increases or decreases.
How it Works
Calculation of BandWidth: Measures the percentage difference between the upper and lower Bollinger Bands, which expands or contracts based on market volatility.
High and Low Pivot Tracking: Automatically calculates and tracks the pivots in BBW values, which are critical for identifying turning points in market behavior. High and low levels will change depending on the timeframe, capturing distinct market behaviors from granular movements to broad trends.
Visual Alerts and Table Display: Highlights significant changes in BBW with visual alerts and provides a detailed table view for comparison across timeframes.
In the example below, BBW identifies a significant contraction followed by an expansion, suggesting a potential breakout.
Application
Strategic Market Entry and Exit: Assists traders in making well-informed decisions about when to enter and exit trades based on volatility cues.
Trend Strength Assessment: Helps in determining the strength of the prevailing market trend through detailed analysis of expansion and contraction periods.
Adaptable to Various Trading Styles: Suitable for day traders, swing traders, and long-term investors due to its customization capabilities and effectiveness across different timeframes.
The MTF Bollinger BandWidth Indicator is a must-have in the arsenal of traders who demand depth, accuracy, and responsiveness in their market analysis tools. Enhance your trading decisions by integrating this sophisticated indicator into your strategy to navigate the complexities of various market conditions effectively.
Multi Timeframe Moving Average Convergence Divergence {DCAquant}Overview
The MTF MACD indicator provides a unique view of MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence) and Signal Line dynamics across various timeframes. It calculates the MACD and Signal Line for each selected timeframe and aggregates them for analysis.
Key Features
MACD Calculation
Utilizes standard MACD calculations based on user-defined parameters like fast length, slow length, and signal smoothing.
Determines the difference between the MACD and Signal Line to identify convergence or divergence.
Multiple Timeframe Analysis
Allows users to select up to six different timeframes for analysis, ranging from minutes to days, providing a holistic view of market trends.
Calculates MACD and Signal Line for each timeframe independently.
Aggregated Analysis
Combines MACD and Signal Line values from multiple timeframes to derive a consolidated view.
Optionally applies moving average smoothing to aggregated MACD and Signal Line values for better clarity.
Position Identification
Determines the trading position (Long, Short, or Neutral) based on the relationship between MACD and Signal Line.
Considers the proximity of MACD and Signal Line to identify potential trading opportunities.
Visual Representation
Plots MACD and Signal Line on the price chart for visual analysis.
Utilizes color-coded backgrounds to indicate trading conditions (Long, Short, or Neutral) for quick interpretation.
Dynamic Table Display
Displays trading position alongside graphical indicators (rocket for Long, snowflake for Short, and star for Neutral) in a customizable table.
Offers flexibility in table placement and size for user preference.
How to Use
Parameter Configuration
Adjust parameters like fast length, slow length, and signal smoothing to fine-tune MACD calculations.
Select desired timeframes for analysis based on trading preferences and market conditions.
Interpretation
Monitor the relationship between MACD and Signal Line on the price chart.
Pay attention to color-coded backgrounds and graphical indicators in the table for actionable insights.
Decision Making
Consider entering Long positions when MACD is above the Signal Line and vice versa for Short positions.
Exercise caution during Neutral conditions, as there may be uncertainty in market direction.
Risk Management
Combine MTF MACD analysis with risk management strategies to optimize trade entries and exits.
Set stop-loss and take-profit levels based on individual risk tolerance and market conditions.
Conclusion
The Multi Timeframe Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MTF MACD) indicator offers a robust framework for traders to analyze market trends across multiple timeframes efficiently. By combining MACD insights from various time horizons and presenting them in a clear and actionable format, it empowers traders to make informed decisions and enhance their trading strategies.
Disclaimer
The Multi Timeframe Moving Average Convergence Divergence (MTF MACD) indicator provided here is intended for educational and informational purposes only. Trading in financial markets involves risk, and past performance is not indicative of future results. The use of this indicator does not guarantee profits or prevent losses.
Please be aware that trading decisions should be made based on your own analysis, risk tolerance, and financial situation. It is essential to conduct thorough research and seek advice from qualified financial professionals before engaging in any trading activity.
The MTF MACD indicator is a tool designed to assist traders in analyzing market trends and identifying potential trading opportunities. However, it is not a substitute for sound judgment and prudent risk management.
By using this indicator, you acknowledge that you are solely responsible for your trading decisions, and you agree to indemnify and hold harmless the developer and distributor of this indicator from any losses, damages, or liabilities arising from its use.
Trading in financial markets carries inherent risks, and you should only trade with capital that you can afford to lose. Exercise caution and discretion when implementing trading strategies, and consider seeking independent financial advice if necessary.
Multi Timeframe Relative Strength Index {DCAquant}Overview
The Multi Timeframe Relative Strength Index (MTF RSI) is a powerful technical analysis tool designed to provide insights into market momentum and potential trend reversals across multiple timeframes. Leveraging the Relative Strength Index (RSI) formula, this indicator offers traders a comprehensive view of market sentiment and identifies overbought and oversold conditions.
Key Features
RSI Calculation:
Utilizes the standard RSI calculation formula to measure the magnitude of recent price changes and assess the strength of market trends.
Employs a user-defined length parameter to customize the sensitivity of the RSI calculation based on trading preferences.
Multiple Timeframe Analysis:
Allows traders to analyze RSI values across up to six different timeframes, ranging from minutes to days, providing a holistic perspective on market dynamics.
Calculates RSI values independently for each selected timeframe, enabling comparison and trend identification.
Threshold Levels:
Defines overbought and oversold levels to highlight potential reversal points in market trends.
Offers flexibility in adjusting threshold levels based on individual risk tolerance and trading strategies.
Neutral Zone:
Establishes upper and lower neutral thresholds to identify periods of consolidation or sideways movement in price.
Helps traders distinguish between trending and ranging market conditions for more accurate analysis.
Moving Average Smoothing:
Provides the option to apply moving average smoothing to aggregated RSI values for enhanced clarity and reduced noise.
Enables smoother visualization of RSI trends, facilitating easier interpretation for traders.
Visual Representation:
Plots the aggregated MTF RSI values on the price chart, allowing traders to visually assess market momentum and potential reversal points.
Utilizes color-coded backgrounds to indicate Long, Short, or Neutral conditions for quick identification.
Dynamic Table Display:
Displays trading signals alongside graphical indicators (rocket for Long, snowflake for Short, and star for Neutral) in a customizable table format.
Offers flexibility in table placement and size to accommodate user preferences.
How to Use:
Parameter Configuration:
Adjust the length parameter to fine-tune the sensitivity of the RSI calculation based on the desired timeframe and trading strategy.
Define overbought and oversold levels to identify potential reversal points in market trends.
Customize upper and lower neutral thresholds to differentiate between trending and ranging market conditions.
Interpretation:
Monitor the aggregated MTF RSI values plotted on the price chart for signals of overbought or oversold conditions.
Pay attention to color-coded backgrounds and graphical indicators in the table for actionable trading insights.
Trading Strategy:
Consider entering Long positions when the aggregated MTF RSI is above the upper neutral threshold, indicating potential bullish momentum.
Evaluate Short opportunities when the aggregated MTF RSI falls below the lower neutral threshold, signaling possible bearish momentum.
Exercise caution during Neutral conditions, as there may be uncertainty in market direction.
Risk Management:
Combine MTF RSI analysis with robust risk management strategies, including stop-loss and take-profit levels, to manage trading risks effectively.
Practice prudent risk management and trade within your risk tolerance to minimize potential losses.
Disclaimer
Trading in financial markets involves risk, and past performance is not indicative of future results. The use of the MTF RSI indicator does not guarantee profits or prevent losses. Traders should conduct their own analysis, exercise caution, and seek advice from qualified financial professionals before making trading decisions.
HTF Descending TriangleHTF Descending Triangle aims at detecting descending triangles using higher time frame data, without repainting nor misalignment issues.
Descending triangles are defined by a falling upper trend line and an horizontal lower trend line. It is a chart pattern used in technical analysis to predict the continuation of a downtrend.
This indicator can be useful if you, like me, believe that higher time frames can offer a broader perspective and provide clearer signals, smoothing out market noise and showing longer-term trends.
You can change the indicator settings as you see fit to tighten or loosen the detection, and achieve the best results for your use case.
Features
It draws the detected descending triangle on the chart.
It supports alerting when a detection occurs.
It allows for setting the higher time frame to run the detection on.
It allows for setting the minimum number of consecutive valid higher time frame bars to fit the pattern criteria.
It allows for setting a low factor detection criteria to apply on higher time frame bars low as a proportion of the distance between the reference bar low and open/close.
It allows for turning on an adjustment of the triangle using highest/lowest values within valid higher time frame bars.
Settings
Higher Time Frame dropdown: Selects higher time frame to run the detection on. It must be higher than, and a multiple of, the chart's timeframe.
Valid Bars Minimum field: Sets minimum number of consecutive valid higher time frame bars to fit the pattern criteria.
Low Factor checkbox: Turns on/off low factor detection criteria.
Low Factor field: Sets low factor to apply on higher time frame bars low as a proportion of the distance between the reference bar low and open/close.
Adjust Triangle checkbox: Turns on/off triangle adjustment using highest/lowest values within valid higher time frame bars.
Detection Algorithm Notes
The detection algorithm recursively selects a higher time frame bar as reference. Then it looks at the consecutive higher time frame bars (as per the requested number of minimum valid bars) as follows:
High must be lower than previous bar.
Open/close min value must be higher than reference bar low.
When low factor criteria is turned on, low must be lower than reference bar open/close min value minus low factor proportion of the distance between reference bar low and open/close min value.
VolCorrBeta [NariCapitalTrading]Indicator Overview: VolCorrBeta
The VolCorrBeta indicator is designed to analyze and interpret intermarket relationships. This indicator combines volatility, correlation, and beta calculations to provide a comprehensive view of how certain assets (BTC, DXY, CL) influence the ES futures contract (I tailored this indicator to the ES contract, but it will work for any symbol).
Functionality
Input Symbols
BTCUSD : Bitcoin to USD
DXY : US Dollar Index
CL1! : Crude Oil Futures
ES1! : S&P 500 Futures
These symbols can be customized according to user preferences. The main focus of the indicator is to analyze how the price movements of these assets correlate with and lead the price movements of the ES futures contract.
Parameters for Calculation
Correlation Length : Number of periods for calculating the correlation.
Standard Deviation Length : Number of periods for calculating the standard deviation.
Lookback Period for Beta : Number of periods for calculating beta.
Volatility Filter Length : Length of the volatility filter.
Volatility Threshold : Threshold for adjusting the lookback period based on volatility.
Key Calculations
Returns Calculation : Computes the daily returns for each input symbol.
Correlation Calculation : Computes the correlation between each input symbol's returns and the ES futures contract returns over the specified correlation length.
Standard Deviation Calculation : Computes the standard deviation for each input symbol's returns and the ES futures contract returns.
Beta Calculation : Computes the beta for each input symbol relative to the ES futures contract.
Weighted Returns Calculation : Computes the weighted returns based on the calculated betas.
Lead-Lag Indicator : Calculates a lead-lag indicator by averaging the weighted returns.
Volatility Filter : Smooths the lead-lag indicator using a simple moving average.
Price Target Estimation : Estimates the ES price target based on the lead-lag indicator (the yellow line on the chart).
Dynamic Stop Loss (SL) and Take Profit (TP) Levels : Calculates dynamic SL and TP levels using volatility bands.
Signal Generation
The indicator generates buy and sell signals based on the filtered lead-lag indicator and confirms them using higher timeframe analysis. Signals are debounced to reduce frequency, ensuring that only significant signals are considered.
Visualization
Background Coloring : The background color changes based on the buy and sell signals for easy visualization (user can toggle this on/off).
Signal Labels : Labels with arrows are plotted on the chart, showing the signal type (buy/sell), the entry price, TP, and SL levels.
Estimated ES Price Target : The estimated price target for ES futures is plotted on the chart.
Correlation and Beta Dashboard : A table displayed in the top right corner shows the current correlation and beta values for relative to the ES futures contract.
Customization
Traders can customize the following parameters to tailor the indicator to their specific needs:
Input Symbols : Change the symbols for BTC, DXY, CL, and ES.
Correlation Length : Adjust the number of periods used for calculating correlation.
Standard Deviation Length : Adjust the number of periods used for calculating standard deviation.
Lookback Period for Beta : Change the lookback period for calculating beta.
Volatility Filter Length : Modify the length of the volatility filter.
Volatility Threshold : Set a threshold for adjusting the lookback period based on volatility.
Plotting Options : Customize the colors and line widths of the plotted elements.
BEC (Bearish Elephant Candle)Description:
The Bearish Elephant Candle Indicator is designed to identify and signal potential short entry points based on the Bearish Elephant Candle pattern. This pattern is characterized by a large bearish candle, where the body (difference between open and close) is more than 70% of the entire range (difference between high and low), and the total range is greater than the average true range over a specified period. The indicator also plots a 20-period Exponential Moving Average (EMA) to help visualize the trend.
How It Works:
Bearish Elephant Candle Identification:
The indicator calculates the true range and the average true range (ATR) over a specified period (default is 20 periods).
A candle is identified as a Bearish Elephant Candle if the body is more than 70% of the entire range, and the total range exceeds the average true range.
Short Entry Signal:
When a Bearish Elephant Candle is identified, a short entry signal is plotted on the chart as a red downward label.
Exponential Moving Average (EMA):
A 20-period EMA is plotted on the chart to help users visualize the overall trend. The EMA can serve as an additional filter or exit point for trades.
Pros:
Simplicity: The Bearish Elephant Candle pattern is straightforward to understand and identify.
Visual Signals: The indicator provides clear visual signals for potential short entries, making it easy for traders to spot opportunities.
Trend Visualization: The inclusion of the EMA helps traders stay aligned with the overall trend, potentially improving the effectiveness of the signals.
Cons:
False Signals: Like any pattern-based indicator, it can generate false signals, especially in choppy or sideways markets.
No Confirmation: This version of the indicator does not include additional confirmation signals (e.g., from other indicators like MACD), which may reduce its reliability.
Limited Scope: The indicator focuses solely on bearish signals and does not provide long entry signals.
Best Way to Use It:
Trend Alignment: Use the 20-period EMA to ensure you are trading in the direction of the overall trend. For example, prioritize short signals when the price is below the EMA.
Combine with Other Indicators: Enhance the reliability of the signals by combining this indicator with other technical indicators (e.g., MACD, RSI) for additional confirmation.
Risk Management: Always use proper risk management techniques, such as stop-loss orders, to protect against adverse market movements. Consider placing stop-loss orders above the high of the Bearish Elephant Candle.
Market Context: Be mindful of the broader market context and avoid using the indicator in highly volatile or news-driven environments where patterns may be less reliable.
Multi-Timeframe MA Levels█ OVERVIEW
This Pine Script is an indicator for displaying multiple moving average (MA) levels from several timeframes on your TradingView charts. At the Realtime Bar (the right-most bar on your chart), it draws a line where the various moving averages currently are.
For example, it will show you where the 8 EMA on the 5 minute timeframe is on your 1-minute timeframe chart.
It derives its look and function from "Lepelle's Key Levels" and focuses on visualizing various moving averages to complement this indicator.
█ FEATURES
1 — Multi-Timeframe Analysis:
• The script allows traders to view moving averages from different timeframes on a single chart.
This multi-timeframe approach helps identify significant levels and trends that might not be apparent when looking at a single timeframe.
2 — Customization and Flexibility:
• Extensive input options for customizing the appearance of the lines (width, style, color) and labels (size, position, distance from price).
This ensures that the indicator can be tailored to individual preferences and charting styles.
3 — Multiple Moving Averages:
• Support for various types of moving averages (8 EMA, 21 EMA, 50 SMA, 100 SMA, 200 SMA).
Each moving average can be individually enabled or disabled for specific timeframes,
providing a flexible tool for technical analysis.
█ SETTINGS
Inputs for Styling:
• Controls the appearance of the lines and labels.
• Includes options for line width, line style, text size, distance from the candlesticks, label position,
and whether to hide prices or use shorthand notation.
Moving Averages Settings:
• Inputs to select different moving averages (8 EMA, 21 EMA, 50 SMA, 100 SMA, 200 SMA) and their corresponding colors.
• Boolean inputs to enable or disable these moving averages on various timeframes (2 min, 5 min, hourly, daily).
█ SUMMARY
In essence, this script provides a comprehensive tool for technical analysis by combining multi-timeframe moving averages into a single, customizable, and user-friendly indicator. It enhances traders' ability to make informed decisions by providing clear visual representations of key moving average levels across different timeframes.
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█ LIMITATIONS
This script is best used with a short timeframe such as 1-minute or lower because of the limitations of Multi-Timeframe scripts. Basically, the alternate timeframes in use should always be higher than the chart timeframe.
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█ NOTES
This indicator is intended to complement and be used with "Lepelle's Key Levels" indicator.
In that indictor settings, I recommend turning off the 5 Daily timeframe moving average levels in that script, if using this one.
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Supply & Demand (MTF) | Flux Charts💎 GENERAL OVERVIEW
Introducing our new Supply and Demand (MTF) Indicator! This new indicator renders Supply and Demand zones based on momentum candles. It can detect Supply and Demand zones across up to 3 diferent timeframes. It's capable of combining zones, retest & break labels and it's customizable with invalidation and style settings.
Features of the new Supply and Demand (MTF) Indicator:
Renders Supply and Demand Zones Across 3 Timeframes
Combination Of Overlapping Zones
Retest & Break Labels
Retest & Break Alerts
Enable / Disable Historic Zones
Visual Customizability
📌 HOW DOES IT WORK ?
Supply and Demand is a key concept in trading. It helps traders see the zones that market-makers buy & sell the asset in large amounts. It's detected by finding momentum candles (candles that have large bodies) in a row.
Momentum candles are defined to have a larger body than the average candle in the chart, and at least 4 of them in a row is required to draw a supply or demand zone. The zone is drawn from the high wick to low wick of two candles before the first momentum candle in the row.
Check this example :
These zones are usually where market makers trade the asset in larger amounts. Thus, they act as support & resistance zones by their nature. A retest of these zones can make the price bounce to the opposite direction, while a breakout usually means strong price action momentum is incoming in that direction. Supply zones indicate bearish momentum while demand zones indicate bullish momentum.
Check this example :
Here a Supply Zone (Bearish) forms. Then price comes back up to test the zone, and it fails to break. After the failed attemp, a stong bearish momentum takes the price back to a lower level. Then another test of the zone occurs and successfully breaks the zone this time. This breakout starts a bullish momentum that takes the price to a higher level.
🚩UNIQUENESS
This indicator provides Supply and Demand zones in your chart with pure simplicity. It supports up to 3 different timeframes as we believe supporting your trades with higher timeframes can improve your trading experience. It also gets rid of complexity by combining overlapping zones into a single zone, even if they are from different timeframes! You can also set-up alerts to get notified when a supply or demand zone is being retested, or is broken. Overall, this indicator is the ultimate kit for supply and demand zones.
⚙️SETTINGS
1. General Configuration
Max Distance To Last Bar -> The maximum distance that the indicator will render supply and demand zones from. Higher settings mean rendering older supply and demand zones.
Zone Invalidation -> Select between Wick & Close price for Supply and Demand Zone Invalidation.
Retests & Breaks -> Enable retest & break labels in your chart.
Show Historic Zones -> This will show historic supply & demand zones which are invalidated if enabled. You can disable this to only see active supply and demand zones for a simpler chart.
2. Timeframes
You can set up to 3 different timeframes and enable / disable them using the checkboxes in this section.
Higher Timeframe High & Low [ChartPrime]The Higher Timeframe High & Low Indicator plots key levels (high, low, and average price) from a higher timeframe onto the current chart, aiding traders in identifying significant support and resistance zones.
The indicator also detects and labels breakout points and can display trend directions based on these higher timeframe levels breakout points.
Key Features:
◆ Higher Timeframe Levels:
Plots the high, low, and average price from a selected higher timeframe onto the current chart.
Extends these levels into the future for better visualization.
◆ Breakout Detection:
Identifies and labels breakouts above the higher timeframe high or below the higher timeframe low.
Breakout points are clearly marked with labels indicating "High Break" or "Low Break" with timeframe mark.
If the following break out type is the same that previous, it does not marked by labels, but still marked by bar color.
◆ Trend Visualization:
Optionally displays trend direction by changing bar colors and line styles based on breakout conditions.
Trend indication helps in identifying bullish or bearish market conditions.
◆ Support and Resistance Indication:
Marks support and resistance points with '◆' symbols when the current timeframe's high or low interacts with the higher timeframe's levels.
◆ Period separation:
Background color changes to indicate period separation if enabled.
◆ Inputs:
Extension to the right of High and Low: Sets the number of bars to extend the high and low lines into the future.
Timeframe: Selects the higher timeframe (e.g., Daily) to use for plotting high and low levels.
Period Separator: Toggles the visual separator for periods.
Show Trend?: Toggles the trend visualization, changing bar colors and plot styles based on breakouts.
Show Breakout Labels?: Toggles the Breakout Labels visualization.
Indicator Logic:
Historical vs. Real-Time Bars: Adjusts values based on whether the bar is historical or real-time to ensure accurate plotting.
High and Low Prices: Retrieves the high and low prices from the selected higher timeframe.
Breakout Conditions: Determines if the current price has crossed above the higher timeframe high (high break) or below the higher timeframe low (low break).
Color and Trend Logic: Adjusts colors and checks for breakouts to avoid multiple labels and indicate trend direction.
Usage Notes:
This indicator is ideal for traders looking to integrate multi-timeframe analysis into their strategy.
The higher timeframe levels act as significant support and resistance zones, helping traders identify potential reversal or continuation points.
The breakout labels and trend visualization provide additional context for trading decisions, indicating when the price has breached key levels and is likely to continue in that direction.
This indicator enhances chart analysis by providing clear, visual cues from higher timeframe data, helping traders make more informed decisions based on a broader market perspective.
Multi-Frame Market Sentiment DashboardOverview
This Pine Script™ code generates a "Market Sentiment Dashboard" on TradingView, providing a visual summary of market sentiment across multiple timeframes. This tool aids traders in making informed decisions by displaying real-time sentiment analysis based on Exponential Moving Averages (EMA).
Key Features
Panel Positioning:
Custom Placement: Traders can position the dashboard at the top, middle, or bottom of the chart and align it to the left, center, or right, ensuring optimal integration with other chart elements.
Customizable Colors:
Sentiment Colors: Users can define colors for bullish, bearish, and neutral market conditions, enhancing the dashboard's readability.
Text Color: Customizable text color ensures clarity against various background colors.
Label Size:
Scalable Labels: Adjustable label sizes (from very small to very large) ensure readability across different screen sizes and resolutions.
Market Sentiment Calculation:
EMA-Based Sentiment: The dashboard calculates sentiment using a 9-period EMA. If the EMA is higher than two bars ago, the sentiment is bullish; if lower, it's bearish; otherwise, it's neutral.
Multiple Timeframes: Sentiment is calculated for several timeframes: 1 minute, 3 minutes, 5 minutes, 15 minutes, 30 minutes, 1 hour, 4 hours, and 1 day. This broad analysis provides a comprehensive view of market conditions.
Dynamic Table:
Structured Display: The dashboard uses a table to organize and display sentiment data clearly.
Real-Time Updates: The table updates in real-time, providing traders with up-to-date market information.
How It Works
EMA Calculation: The script requests EMA(9) values for each specified timeframe and compares the current EMA with the EMA from two bars ago to determine market sentiment.
Color Coding: Depending on the sentiment (Bullish, Bearish, or Neutral), the corresponding cell in the table is color-coded using predefined colors.
Table Display: The table displays the timeframe and corresponding sentiment, allowing traders to quickly assess market trends.
Benefits to Traders
Quick Assessment: Traders can quickly evaluate market sentiment across multiple timeframes without switching charts or manually calculating indicators.
Enhanced Visualization: The color-coded sentiment display makes it easy to identify trends at a glance.
Multi-Timeframe Analysis: Provides a broad view of short-term and long-term market trends, helping traders confirm trends and avoid false signals.
This dashboard enhances the overall trading experience by providing a comprehensive, customizable, and easy-to-read summary of market sentiment.
Usage Instructions
Add the Script to Your Chart: Apply the "Market Sentiment Dashboard" indicator to your TradingView chart.
Customize Settings: Adjust the panel position, colors, and label sizes to fit your preferences.
Interpret Sentiment: Use the color-coded table to quickly understand the market sentiment across different timeframes and make informed trading decisions.
RSI Multiple TimeFrame, Version 1.0RSI Multiple TimeFrame, Version 1.0
Overview
The RSI Multiple TimeFrame script is designed to enhance trading decisions by providing a comprehensive view of the Relative Strength Index (RSI) across multiple timeframes. This tool helps traders identify overbought and oversold conditions more accurately by analyzing RSI values on different intervals simultaneously. This is particularly useful for traders who employ multi-timeframe analysis to confirm signals and make more informed trading decisions.
Unique Feature of the new script (described in detail below)
Multi-Timeframe RSI Analysis
Customizable Timeframes
Visual Signal Indicators (dots)
Overbought and Oversold Layers with gradual Background Fill
Enhanced Trend Confirmation
Originality and Usefulness
This script combines the RSI indicator across three distinct timeframes into a single view, providing traders with a multi-dimensional perspective of market momentum. It also provides associated signals to better time dips and peaks. Unlike standard RSI indicators that focus on a single timeframe, this script allows users to observe RSI trends across short, medium, and long-term intervals, thereby improving the accuracy of entry and exit signals. This is particularly valuable for traders looking to align their short-term strategies with longer-term market trends.
Signal Description
The script also includes a unique signal feature that plots green and red dots on the chart to highlight potential buy and sell opportunities:
Green Dots : These appear when all three RSI values are under specific thresholds (RSI of the shortest timeframe < 30, the medium timeframe < 40, and the longest timeframe < 50) and the RSI of the shortest timeframe is showing an upward trend (current value is greater than the previous value, and the value two periods ago is greater than the previous value). This indicates a potential buying opportunity as the market may be shifting from an oversold condition.
Red Dots : These appear when all three RSI values are above specific thresholds (RSI of the shortest timeframe > 70, the medium timeframe > 60, and the longest timeframe > 50) and the RSI of the shortest timeframe is showing a downward trend (current value is less than the previous value, and the value two periods ago is less than the previous value). This indicates a potential selling opportunity as the market may be shifting from an overbought condition.
These signals help traders identify high-probability turning points in the market by ensuring that momentum is aligned across multiple timeframes.
Detailed Description
Input Variables
RSI Period (`len`) : The number of periods to calculate the RSI. Default is 14.
RSI Source (`src`) : The price source for RSI calculation, defaulting to the average of the high and low prices (`hl2`).
Timeframes (`tf1`, `tf2`, `tf3`) : The different timeframes for which the RSI is calculated, defaulting to 5 minutes, 1 hour, and 8 hours respectively.
Functionality
RSI Calculations : The script calculates the RSI for each of the three specified timeframes using the `request.security` function. This allows the RSI to be plotted for multiple intervals, providing a layered view of market momentum.
```pine
rsi_tf1 = request.security(syminfo.tickerid, tf1, ta.rsi(src, len))
rsi_tf2 = request.security(syminfo.tickerid, tf2, ta.rsi(src, len))
rsi_tf3 = request.security(syminfo.tickerid, tf3, ta.rsi(src, len))
```
Plotting : The RSI values for the three timeframes are plotted with different colors and line widths for clear visual distinction. This makes it easy to compare RSI values across different intervals.
```pine
p1 = plot(rsi_tf1, title="RSI 5m", color=color.rgb(200, 200, 255), linewidth=2)
p2 = plot(rsi_tf2, title="RSI 1h", color=color.rgb(125, 125, 255), linewidth=2)
p3 = plot(rsi_tf3, title="RSI 8h", color=color.rgb(0, 0, 255), linewidth=2)
```
Overbought and Oversold Levels : Horizontal lines are plotted at standard RSI levels (20, 30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80) to visually identify overbought and oversold conditions. The areas between these levels are filled with varying shades of blue for better visualization.
```pine
h80 = hline(80, title="RSI threshold 80", color=color.gray, linestyle=hline.style_dotted, linewidth=1)
h70 = hline(70, title="RSI threshold 70", color=color.gray, linestyle=hline.style_dotted, linewidth=1)
...
fill(h70, h80, color=color.rgb(33, 150, 243, 95), title="Background")
```
Signal Plotting : The script adds green and red dots to indicate potential buy and sell signals, respectively. A green dot is plotted when all RSI values are under specific thresholds and the RSI of the shortest timeframe is rising. Conversely, a red dot is plotted when all RSI values are above specific thresholds and the RSI of the shortest timeframe is falling.
```pine
plotshape(series=(rsi_tf1 < 30 and rsi_tf2 < 40 and rsi_tf3 < 50 and (rsi_tf1 > rsi_tf1 ) and (rsi_tf1 > rsi_tf1 )) ? 1 : na, location=location.bottom, color=color.green, style=shape.circle, size=size.tiny)
plotshape(series=(rsi_tf1 > 70 and rsi_tf2 > 60 and rsi_tf3 > 50 and (rsi_tf1 < rsi_tf1 ) and (rsi_tf1 < rsi_tf1 )) ? 1 : na, location=location.top, color=color.red, style=shape.circle, size=size.tiny)
```
How to Use
Configuring Inputs : Adjust the RSI period and source as needed. Modify the timeframes to suit your trading strategy.
Interpreting the Indicator : Use the plotted RSI values to gauge momentum across different timeframes. Look for overbought conditions (RSI above 70, 60 and 50) and oversold conditions (RSI below 30, 40 and 50) across multiple intervals to confirm trade signals.
Signal Confirmation : Pay attention to the green and red dots that provide signals to better time dips and peaks. dots are printed when the lower timeframe (5mn by default) shows sign of reversal.
These signals are more reliable when confirmed across all three timeframes.
This script provides a nuanced view of RSI, helping traders make more informed decisions by considering multiple timeframes simultaneously. By combining short, medium, and long-term RSI values, traders can better align their strategies with overarching market trends, thus improving the precision of their trading actions.
Lower Timeframe Volume BarsDescription:
The Lower Timeframe Volume Bars indicator enhances your TradingView experience by allowing you to visualize volume data from lower timeframes on your current chart. This powerful tool helps you gain deeper insights into volume trends and activity that are not immediately visible on higher timeframe charts. Specifically, it shows the volume data from the last bar of the selected lower timeframe.
Key Features:
Volume Bars from Lower Timeframes:
Display volume data from 1-minute or 1-second timeframes directly on higher timeframe charts, such as 15 minutes or 1 hour.
Each volume bar represents the aggregated volume from the lower timeframe within the selected higher timeframe period.
Enhanced Volume Analysis:
Gain a more detailed understanding of volume spikes and troughs that may be hidden in higher timeframe charts.
Identify potential market turning points and confirm trends with precise volume data.
Customizable Display:
Adjust the appearance of volume bars to fit your chart style and preferences.
Configure settings such as color, size, and positioning of volume bars for optimal visibility and clarity.
Seamless Integration:
Easily add the indicator to any chart in TradingView with a few clicks.
Works in conjunction with other technical indicators and tools to provide a comprehensive analysis environment.
How to Use:
Add the Lower Timeframe Volume Bars indicator to your chart.
Select the lower timeframe you wish to fetch volume data from (e.g., 1-minute or 1-second).
Customize the display settings to match your charting style.
Observe the volume bars overlaying your current chart to analyze volume activity across different timeframes, specifically showing the last bar's volume.
Use the detailed volume information to make informed trading decisions and enhance your market analysis.
Benefits:
Increased Clarity: See detailed volume activity that is often lost in higher timeframe aggregation.
Better Decision Making: Make more informed trading decisions with a clear view of volume trends and spikes.
Improved Trend Confirmation: Use lower timeframe volume data to confirm the strength and sustainability of market trends.
Enhance your trading strategy and gain a deeper understanding of market dynamics with the Lower Timeframe Volume Bars indicator. Visualize, analyze, and trade with confidence by leveraging detailed volume insights from lower timeframes.
LDPM Crossover Scanner AddonThe LDPM Crossover Scanner is designed to be used in conjunction with the Liquidity Dependent Price Movement Algorithm and is included with LDPM access.
The LDPM Crossover Scanner displays the LDPM status for up to 10 equity's. When conditions are bearish, per LDPM, the equity will light up on the scanner; otherwise, the equity will not light up.
When used in aggregate, this becomes a particularly useful way to measure up-coming market moves (especially when the crossover scanner showcases equities with significant beta to the chart's underlying!).
Stoch Double Analysis MTFThis indicator utilizes the Stochastic Oscillator on two different timeframes and generates alerts for potential long and short conditions based on the crossovers of the %K and %D lines of the Stochastic Oscillator. Here's a detailed breakdown of the code:
Inputs
Overbought and Oversold Levels:
ob_stc: Overbought level (default 80).
os_stc: Oversold level (default 20).
Timeframe 1 Configuration:
tf_stoch_1: The first timeframe for analysis.
length: Stochastic length (default 8).
smoothK: Smoothing for %K line (default 5).
smoothD: Smoothing for %D line (default 3).
Timeframe 2 Configuration:
tf_stoch_2: The second timeframe for analysis.
length_another: Stochastic length for the second timeframe (default 12).
smoothK_another: Smoothing for %K line for the second timeframe (default 7).
smoothD_another: Smoothing for %D line for the second timeframe (default 3).
Calculations
Volume Trend Calculation:
For both timeframes, the script calculates the volume trend. It determines up days and down days based on whether the closing price is higher or lower than the opening price and accumulates the volume accordingly.
Cumulative Volume:
Calculates the cumulative volume for up days and down days using the average of the high prices and the respective volumes.
Stochastic Oscillator Calculation:
Computes the %K and %D lines of the Stochastic Oscillator for both timeframes using the given lengths and smoothing factors.
Alerts
The script generates alerts for potential long and short conditions based on the crossovers of the %K and %D lines for both timeframes:
Long Condition: When %K crosses above %D.
Short Condition: When %D crosses above %K.
Plotting
Stochastic Lines:
Plots the %K and %D lines for both timeframes with different colors (orange and blue for the first timeframe, green and red for the second timeframe).
Overbought/Oversold Bands:
Adds horizontal lines at the overbought and oversold levels and a middle band at 50.
Fills the background between the overbought and oversold levels with a semi-transparent color.
Code Structure
Inputs Definition:
Defines all input variables for customization.
Volume Trend and Cumulative Volume Calculation:
Computes volume trends and cumulative volumes for both timeframes.
Stochastic Oscillator Calculation:
Calculates the %K and %D lines using the request.security function to get data from the specified timeframes and apply the smoothing functions.
Alert Conditions:
Checks for crossovers between the %K and %D lines to generate alerts for potential trading signals.
Plotting:
Plots the %K and %D lines for both timeframes and adds visual elements for overbought and oversold levels.
This indicator helps traders analyze market trends using the Stochastic Oscillator on multiple timeframes, providing potential buy and sell signals based on the interaction of the %K and %D lines.
The alerts generated by the "Stoch Double Analysis MTF" indicator can be viewed as part of a broader educational and training path for traders!
Multi-Timeframe Trend Cloud (EMA13/21) with Alerts Purpose:
This indicator combines trend analysis across multiple timeframes with alerts to help identify general trends and market shifts. It visualizes trends by creating EMA clouds (The area between EMA13 & EMA21), detects confirmed EMA crossovers, and can alert users when the price re-enters the cloud or interacts with the EMA200.
Input Parameters:
Lower Timeframe (LTF): Allows you to select the lower timeframe for trend analysis (e.g., 1 hour, 4 hours).
Higher Timeframe (HTF): Allows you to select the higher timeframe for the main trend reference (e.g., 4 hours, 1 day).
Fill Colors: You can customize the colors used to fill the areas between the EMA lines in both the higher and lower timeframes. Note: The LTF cloud defaults to transparent white so if you have a light background change the color in style settings.
The EMA's default to transparent but can be turned on in the style settings.
Calculating & Plotting EMAs:
The indicator calculates two Exponential Moving Averages (EMAs) on both the LTF and HTF: a faster 13-period EMA and a slower 21-period EMA.
Additionally, it calculates a 200-period EMA on the HTF.
These EMAs are plotted on your chart, providing a visual representation of the trend.
Identifying Trend States:
The script uses the relationships between the price and the 13-period and 21-period EMAs on the Higher Time Frame (HTF) to identify four distinct trend states, each depicted by a specific color to create the "Trend Cloud":
Strong Bull Trend: The 13-period EMA is above the 21-period EMA, and the price is above both EMAs. --- "Color 0" in HTF Trend style settings.
Broken Bullish Trend: The 13-period EMA is above the 21-period EMA but price has broken below both EMA's. --- "Color 3" in HTF Trend style settings.
Strong Bear Trend: The 13-period EMA is below the 21-period EMA, and the price is below both EMAs. --- "Color 2" in HTF Trend style settings.
Broken Bearish Trend: The 13-period EMA is below the 21-period EMA but price has broken above both EMA's. --- "Color 1" in HTF Trend style settings.
Important Note: The 200-period EMA is plotted for reference but is not directly used in determining the current trend state within this script.
Confirmed Crossover Signals:
The indicator plots upward or downward triangles to signal confirmed crossovers of the EMA13 and EMA21 on the HTF. A crossover is considered "confirmed" when it's followed by a candle closing on the same side of the crossing point, adding an extra layer of confidence to the signal.
Cloud Re-entry Alerts:
Receive alerts whenever the price re-enters the HTF cloud - aka "Trend".
EMA200 Retest Alerts:
Get alerts when the price touches the 200 EMA on the HTF. These alerts can be valuable for identifying potential trend reversals or trend continuation scenarios.
Benefits:
Clear Visual Representation: Easily visualize trends on both the lower and higher timeframes.
Confirmed Signals: Filter out false signals by focusing on confirmed crossovers.
Timely Alerts: Get instant notifications for important price actions, allowing you to react quickly to market opportunities.
Customizable: Tailor the indicator's appearance and alert settings to your preferences.
How to Use:
Add the indicator to your chart.
Select your desired LTF and HTF in the Inputs tab.
Customize the fill colors (and optional EMA line colors) in the Style tab.
Enable the alerts you want to receive in the Alerts tab.
Note: This indicator is a great tool for trend analysis, but it should be used with other forms of analysis and risk management techniques to make informed trading decisions.
HTF Ascending TriangleHTF Ascending Triangle aims at detecting ascending triangles using higher time frame data, without repainting nor misalignment issues.
Ascending triangles are defined by an horizontal upper trend line and a rising lower trend line. It is a chart pattern used in technical analysis to predict the continuation of an uptrend.
This indicator can be useful if you, like me, believe that higher time frames can offer a broader perspective and provide clearer signals, smoothing out market noise and showing longer-term trends.
You can change the indicator settings as you see fit to tighten or loosen the detection, and achieve the best results for your use case.
Features
It draws the detected ascending triangle on the chart.
It supports alerting when a detection occurs.
It allows for setting the higher time frame to run the detection on.
It allows for setting the minimum number of consecutive valid higher time frame bars to fit the pattern criteria.
It allows for setting a high factor detection criteria to apply on higher time frame bars high as a proportion of the distance between the reference bar high and open/close.
It allows for turning on an adjustment of the triangle using highest/lowest values within valid higher time frame bars.
Settings
Higher Time Frame dropdown: Selects higher time frame to run the detection on. It must be higher than, and a multiple of, the chart's timeframe.
Valid Bars Minimum field: Sets minimum number of consecutive valid higher time frame bars to fit the pattern criteria.
High Factor checkbox: Turns on/off high factor detection criteria.
High Factor field: Sets high factor to apply on higher time frame bars high as a proportion of the distance between the reference bar high and close/open.
Adjust Triangle checkbox: Turns on/off triangle adjustment using highest/lowest values within valid higher time frame bars.
Detection Algorithm Notes
The detection algorithm recursively selects a higher time frame bar as reference. Then it looks at the consecutive higher time frame bars (as per the requested number of minimum valid bars) as follows:
Low must be higher than previous bar.
Open/close max value must be lower than reference bar high.
When high factor criteria is turned on, high must be higher than reference bar open/close max value plus high factor proportion of the distance between reference bar high and open/close max value.
Session [ShuZik]The Trading Sessions Indicator is a tool that draws smart boxes around the ranges of four trading sessions.
By default, it is set to display the Asian, Frankfurt London and New York sessions in UTC+3 time.
Users can customize:
the time for each session,
Enable/Disable the appearing of sessions box,
change smart box color
The indicator is designed for use on 5-minute timeframe but is working for use from 1 minute to 1 hour.
All parameters, such as session times, the number of sessions, and colors, can be adjusted through the settings, allowing the indicator to be tailored to any trading style and user preferences. It is primarily aimed at working with forex and cryptocurrency markets.
MTF Williams Vix Market Bottoms [CryptoSea]MTF Williams Vix Fix Indicator is a dynamic tool tailored for traders looking to capture market extremes with high precision. This multi-timeframe indicator leverages the concept of the Williams Vix Fix to spot potential reversals before they occur.
Key Features
Multi-Timeframe Analysis: Provides simultaneous visibility across multiple timeframes, enabling traders to assess market conditions comprehensively from a single chart.
Advanced Volatility Detection: Utilizes a modified Vix Fix formula to highlight extreme price deviations, which often precede significant market reversals.
Customizable Settings: Offers extensive input options to tweak the lookback periods, percentile thresholds, and visibility settings, aligning with various trading strategies.
Visual Band Indicators: Features upper bands and range highs that signal potential overbought and oversold conditions, enhancing trading decision-making.
Below, you can see how the indicator performs across different timeframes, providing valuable insights into market behavior.
How it Works
Vix Fix Calculation: Determines the worst-case 'panic' sell-offs in price as a percentage of the high, capturing the emotional extremes of the market.
Statistical Bands: Employs Bollinger bands over the Vix Fix values to define normal and extreme volatility conditions.
Color-Coded Indicators: Uses color differentiation to instantly highlight when readings surpass critical upper band or range high thresholds, signaling key trading opportunities.
For instance, in the analysis provided below, notice how the indicator flags significant market moves, allowing traders to anticipate potential entry or exit points.
Application
Risk Management: Aids in identifying extreme market conditions where prices may revert, helping in effective position sizing and risk management.
Strategic Planning: Enhances strategic trading plans by identifying not only when but also where market extremes may occur, considering multiple timeframes.
Customization: Adapts seamlessly to different market environments with adjustable settings for volatility thresholds and visual display preferences.
The MTF Williams Vix Fix Indicator by is an essential tool for traders aiming to leverage market volatility for optimal entry and exit, ensuring they are well-equipped to handle market extremes with confidence.
Time Zone RouzzyTNYC , London & Asia section
Each time-zone has a different color to be able to distinguish which section we are in at the moment.
These sessions have been identified to operate the EURUSD, apart from that it also works with the DXY.
London is identified with the color light purple.
NYC is identified with the color turquoise blue.
Asia is identified with the color yellow.
The beginnings of each Day are identified with the color gray.
London is from 2am to 5am
NYC from 8am to 11am
Asia from 8pm to 11pm
OANDA:EURUSD
FX:EURUSD
TVC:DXY
Donchian Trend Ranges [AlgoAlpha]🚀🔗 Donchian Trend Ranges 🔗🚀
Elevate your trading game with the Donchian Trend Ranges indicator from AlgoAlpha! 🌟📈 This advanced tool helps you visualize market trends and potential reversal points using Donchian channels, volatility measures, and average true range (ATR).
Key Features
⚙️ Customizable Parameters: Adjust the lookback period and range multiplier to fit your trading style.
🎨 Color-Coded Trends: Easily distinguish between uptrends and downtrends with customizable colors.
📊 Dynamic Channels: Visualize multiple dynamic channels based on Donchian ranges and volatility.
☁️ Trend Clouds: See market strength and weakness with upper and lower trend clouds.
🔔 Signal Alerts: Get notified of potential trend shifts and take profit points.
How to Use
🛠 Add the Indicator: Add the indicator to favorites. Customize settings such as the lookback period and range multiplier to match your trading needs.
🔍 Analyze Trends: The indicator calculates the highest and lowest prices over a specified period to create dynamic channels. It then uses standard deviation and ATR to adjust these channels for market volatility, plotting upper and lower ranges. Green bars indicate an up trend and red bars for a down trend.
🔔 Set Alerts: Enable notifications for bullish and bearish trend shifts, as well as weak and strong take profit points, ensuring you never miss an opportunity.
How it Works
The Donchian Trend Ranges indicator calculates the highest and lowest prices over a specified period to create a basis line. It creates a range around the basis based on standard deviations and the clouds' width is determined by a 14 period ATR. The basis line and bar colors changes based on whether the closing price is above or below it, indicating trends. Clouds around these lines represent market reversal zones that can be used as entry levels when used in confluence with momentum indicators, visual signals ("X" and "◆") marking strong and weak take profit points are also printed when the prices revert from the clouds towards the basis. Integrated alerts notify you of significant events like trend shifts and take profit signals, keeping you informed without constant monitoring.
Unleash the power of the Donchian Trend Ranges in your trading strategy! 🌐📈✨
Dynamic Support & Resistance TrackerThe "Dynamic Support & Resistance Tracker" is a powerful Pine Script study designed to identify and visualize key support and resistance levels on a trading chart. This study dynamically adjusts to market conditions, providing traders with valuable insights for making informed trading decisions.
Key Features:
Dynamic Support & Resistance Lines:
The script identifies and plots support and resistance levels using pivot points based on a user-defined number of left and right bars.
Resistance lines are plotted in red, while support lines are plotted in blue, making it easy to distinguish between the two.
Toggle Breaks:
Users can choose to display or hide break signals for support and resistance levels using a simple toggle input.
Volume Threshold:
The study includes daily and weekly high and low calculations to provide a comprehensive view of market ranges.
Previous high and low lines are plotted for both daily and weekly timeframes, aiding in identifying potential breakout or breakdown levels.
Regular Market Hours:
The script defines regular market hours and tracks sessions, ensuring that support and resistance levels are relevant to active trading periods.
Midline and Extension Lines:
The study calculates and plots a midline between the previous high and low, along with extension lines above and below the range. These lines help identify potential target levels and extensions beyond the current range.
Real-time Updates:
The script ensures that all lines are updated in real-time, adjusting to new bars as they form. This dynamic feature keeps the levels relevant and accurate throughout the trading session.
Usage Instructions:
Adjust the number of left and right bars to define the sensitivity of the support and resistance levels.
Toggle the display of break signals to highlight significant breaks in support or resistance.
Monitor the daily and weekly high and low lines to understand the broader market context.
Utilize the midline and extension lines to set potential price targets and manage risk effectively.
This study provides traders with a robust tool for identifying and reacting to key market levels, enhancing their trading strategies with dynamic and real-time insights.
Doji Modern IndicatorDoji Patterns will be found based on 3 conditions -
Check if Open-close difference is a certain percentage of High-low difference
Check Upper & Lower wick sizes are greater than respective min threshold values
Check if the difference of Upper & Lower wick size is higher than the min threshold value
The threshold values are predetermined based on the timeframe selected for the chart
