IME's Community First Presented FVGs

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IME's Community First Presented FVGs v1.5 - Advanced Implementation

ORIGINALITY & INNOVATION

This indicator advances beyond basic Fair Value Gap detection by implementing a sophisticated 24-hour FVG lifecycle management system aligned with institutional trading patterns. While many FVG indicators simply detect gaps and extend them indefinitely, this implementation introduces temporal intelligence that mirrors how institutional algorithms actually manage these inefficiencies.

Key Innovations that set this apart:
- 24-Hour Lifecycle Management: FVGs extend dynamically until 16:59, then freeze until removal at 17:00 next day
- Institutional Day Alignment: Recognizes 18:00-16:59 trading cycles vs standard calendar days
- Multi-Session Detection: Simultaneous monitoring of Midnight, London, NY AM, and NY PM sessions
- Advanced Classification System: A.FVG detection with volume imbalance analysis vs classic FVG patterns
- Volatility Settlement Logic: Blocks contamination from opening mechanics (3:01+, 0:01+, 13:31+ rules)
- Visual Enhancement System: C.E. lines, contamination warnings, dark mode support with proper transparency handling

BASED ON ICT CONCEPTS

This indicator implements First Presented Fair Value Gap methodology taught by ICT (Inner Circle Trader). The original F.P. FVG concepts, timing rules, and session-based detection are credited to ICT's educational material. This implementation extends those foundational concepts with advanced lifecycle management and institutional alignment features.

ICT's Core F.P. FVG Rules Implemented:
- First clean FVG after session opening (avoids opening contamination)
- 3-candle pattern requirement for valid detection
- Session-specific timing windows and volatility settlement
- Consequent Encroachment level identification

IME's Advanced Enhancements:
- Automated lifecycle management with institutional day recognition
- Multi-session simultaneous monitoring with proper isolation
- Advanced visual system with transparency states for aged FVGs
- A.FVG classification with volume imbalance detection algorithms

HOW IT WORKS

Core Detection Engine
The indicator monitors four key institutional sessions using precise timing windows:
- Midnight Session: 00:01-00:30 (blocks 00:00 contamination)
- London Session: 03:01-03:30 (blocks 03:00 contamination)
- NY AM Session: 09:30-10:00 (configurable 9:30 detection)
- NY PM Session: 13:31-14:00 (blocks 13:30 contamination)

During each session window, the algorithm scans for the first valid FVG pattern using ICT's 3-candle rule while applying volatility settlement principles to avoid false signals from opening mechanics.

Advanced Classification System

Classic FVG Detection:
Standard 3-candle wick-to-wick gap where candle 1 and 3 don't overlap, creating an inefficiency that institutions must eventually fill.

A.FVG (Advanced FVG) Detection:
Enhanced pattern recognition that includes volume imbalance analysis (deadpool detection) to identify more significant institutional inefficiencies. A.FVGs incorporate both the basic gap plus additional price imbalances between candle bodies, creating larger, more significant levels.

24-Hour Lifecycle Management

Phase 1 - Dynamic Extension (Creation Day):
From detection until 16:59 of creation day, FVGs extend in real-time as new bars form, maintaining their relevance as potential support/resistance levels.

Phase 2 - Freeze Period (Next Day):
At 16:59, FVGs stop extending and "freeze" at their final size, remaining visible as reference levels but no longer growing. This prevents outdated levels from contaminating fresh analysis.

Phase 3 - Cleanup (17:00 Next Day):
Exactly 24+ hours after creation, FVGs are automatically removed to maintain chart clarity. This timing aligns with institutional trading cycle completion.

Institutional Day Logic
The algorithm recognizes that institutional trading days run from 18:00-16:59 (not midnight-midnight). This alignment ensures FVGs are managed according to institutional timeframes rather than arbitrary calendar boundaries.

Contamination Avoidance System

Volatility Settlement Principle:
Opening mechanics create artificial volatility that can produce false FVG signals. The indicator automatically blocks detection during exact session opening times (X:00) and requires settlement time (X:01+) before identifying clean institutional inefficiencies.

Special NY AM Handling:
Provides configurable 9:30 detection for advanced users who want to capture potential opening range FVGs, with clear visual warnings about contamination risk.

VISUAL SYSTEM

Color Intelligence
- Current Day FVGs: Full opacity with session-specific colors
- Previous Day FVGs: 70% transparency for historical reference
- Special Timing (9:30): Dedicated warning color with alert labels
- Dark Mode Support: Automatic text/line color adaptation

Enhanced Visual Elements

C.E. (Consequent Encroachment) Lines:
Automatically calculated 50% levels within each FVG, representing the most likely fill point based on institutional behavior patterns. These levels extend and freeze with their parent FVG.

Contamination Warnings:
Visual alerts when FVGs are detected during potentially contaminated timing, helping traders understand signal quality.

Session Identification:
Clear labeling system showing FVG type (FVG/A.FVG), session origin (NY AM, London, etc.), and creation date for easy reference.

HOW TO USE

Basic Setup
1. Session Selection: Enable/disable specific sessions based on your trading strategy
2. FVG Type: Choose between Classic FVGs or A.FVGs depending on your analysis preference
3. Visual Preferences: Adjust colors, text size, and enable dark mode if needed

Trading Applications

Intraday Reference Levels:
Use current day FVGs as potential support/resistance for price action analysis. The dynamic extension ensures levels remain relevant throughout the trading session.

Multi-Session Analysis:
Monitor how price interacts with FVGs from different sessions to understand institutional flow and market structure.

C.E. Level Trading:
Focus on the 50% consequent encroachment levels for high-probability entry points when price approaches FVG zones.

Historical Context:
Previous day FVGs (shown with transparency) provide context for understanding market structure evolution across multiple trading days.

Advanced Features

9:30 Special Detection:
For experienced traders, enable 9:30 FVG detection to capture opening range inefficiencies, but understand the contamination risks indicated by warning labels.

A.FVG vs Classic Toggle:
Switch between detection modes based on market conditions - A.FVGs for trending environments, Classic FVGs for ranging conditions.

Best Practices
- Use on 1-minute to 15-minute timeframes for optimal session detection
- Combine with other institutional concepts (order blocks, liquidity levels) for comprehensive analysis
- Pay attention to transparency states - current day FVGs are more actionable than previous day references
- Consider C.E. levels as primary targets rather than full FVG fills

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Platform: Pine Script v6 for optimal performance and reliability
Timeframe Compatibility: All timeframes (optimized for 1M-15M)
Market Compatibility: 24-hour markets (Forex, Crypto, Futures)
Session Management: Automatic trading day detection with weekend handling
Memory Management: Intelligent capacity limits with automatic cleanup
Performance: Optimized algorithms for smooth real-time operation

CLOSED SOURCE JUSTIFICATION

This indicator is published as closed source to protect the proprietary algorithms that enable:
- Precise 24-hour lifecycle timing calculations with institutional day alignment
- Advanced A.FVG classification with sophisticated volume imbalance detection
- Complex multi-session coordination with contamination filtering
- Optimized memory management preventing performance degradation
- Specialized visual state management for transparency and extension logic

The combination of these advanced systems creates a unique implementation that goes far beyond basic FVG detection, warranting protection of the underlying computational methods while providing full transparency about functionality and usage.

PERFORMANCE CHARACTERISTICS

Real-Time Operation: Smooth performance with minimal resource usage
Accuracy: Precise session detection with timezone consistency
Reliability: Robust error handling and edge case management
Scalability: Supports multiple simultaneous FVGs without performance impact

This advanced implementation represents significant evolution beyond basic FVG indicators, providing institutional-grade analysis tools for serious traders while maintaining the clean visual presentation essential for effective technical analysis.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS

Past performance does not guarantee future results. This indicator is an educational tool based on ICT's Fair Value Gap concepts and should be used as part of a comprehensive trading strategy. Users should understand the risks involved in trading and consider their risk tolerance before making trading decisions. The indicator identifies potential support/resistance levels but does not predict market direction with certainty.
2 days ago
Release Notes
IME's Community First Presented FVGs v1.5.2 - Critical Bug Fixes
Bug Fixes:
v1.5.1 - Fixed 9:30 Contamination Blocking:

Issue: When 9:30 detection toggle was OFF, script still detected 9:30 candles as F.P. FVGs
Fix: Added proper contamination blocking logic that prevents 9:30 middle candle detection when toggle is OFF
Result: Toggle OFF now correctly shows clean F.P. FVGs at 9:31+ (proper ICT volatility settlement)

v1.5.2 - Fixed A.FVG Box Calculation Accuracy:

Issue: A.FVG boxes incorrectly included ALL body levels even when no actual deadpool existed between specific candles
Fix: Implemented selective body level inclusion - only adds body prices where actual volume imbalances exist
Result: A.FVG boxes now accurately represent only areas with real institutional volume imbalances

Impact:

More Accurate Detection: 9:30 contamination properly blocked when disabled
Precise A.FVG Zones: Boxes only include levels with actual deadpools/volume imbalances
Institutional Accuracy: Both fixes align detection with true institutional trading principles

Technical Details:

Enhanced contamination blocking checks middle candle timing in normal mode
A.FVG calculation now selectively includes body levels based on individual deadpool existence
Maintains backward compatibility with all existing features and settings

These fixes ensure the indicator provides institutionally accurate FVG detection and sizing for professional trading analysis.

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Sürüm Notları

v1.5.3 Update:
Fixed session blocking logic to align with ICT's actual teachings.
Changes:

Midnight (00:00): Now detects immediately (was incorrectly blocked)
London (03:00): Now detects immediately (was incorrectly blocked)
NY PM (13:30): Now detects immediately (was incorrectly blocked)
NY AM (09:30): Blocking unchanged (structural requirement)

Technical: Corrected session detection timing based on ICT's documented rules. Only NY AM requires blocking due to structural gap (no 9:29 candle). Other sessions use continuous electronic trading with immediate validity.
No new features added. Bug fix only.