[HFT] Leaky Bucket: FPGA-Based Order Flow SimulationDescription:
This indicator is a functional simulation of a hardware-based "Leaky Bucket" algorithm, typically used in FPGA (Field-Programmable Gate Array) chips for High-Frequency Trading (HFT) and network traffic shaping.
Unlike standard volume indicators (like OBV or CMF) that rely on floating-point Moving Averages (EMA/SMA), this script uses Bitwise Integer Math to simulate hardware registers. This approach removes the lag associated with smoothing and provides a raw, "tick-by-tick" representation of Order Flow exhaustion.
█ Underlying Concepts (How it works)
Integer Math & Bitwise Logic: The script eschews standard float calculations for int registers. Instead of division, it uses Bitwise Right Shift (>>) to simulate the "leak" rate. This mimics how hardware processes data streams with near-zero latency.
The Leaky Bucket Model:
Flow (Input): Volume * Price Delta flows into a "Bucket" (Accumulator Register).
Leak (Output): The bucket leaks at a constant rate determined by the Decay Shift.
Saturation: If the Flow > Leak, the bucket fills. We simulate a 32-bit integer saturation limit (sat_limit). When the bucket hits this limit, it represents "Panic Buying/Selling" — the market capability to absorb orders is saturated.
█ Uniqueness & Originality This is custom-built code, not a mashup of existing indicators. It translates hardware logic (Verilog/VHDL concepts) into Pine Script:
It introduces a "Saturation Warning" mechanism that detects when volume pressure exceeds mathematical limits.
It implements a "Gray Line" Strategy, focusing on volatility decay rather than momentum initiation.
█ How to Use: The "Gray Line" Strategy
This tool is designed for Mean Reversion and Exhaustion Trading, specifically on M1 to M5 timeframes.
Do NOT trade the breakout: When you see massive Green (Long) or Purple (Short) bars, this indicates "Extreme Momentum". Do not enter yet. Wait.
Wait for the "Gray Line": The signal is generated when the Extreme Momentum stops and the bar turns Gray (Neutral).
Signal L (Long): Generated when a sequence of Extreme Short bars (Purple) ends, and the histogram returns to Gray/Maroon. This confirms sellers are exhausted.
Signal S (Short): Generated when a sequence of Extreme Long bars (Green) ends, and the histogram returns to Gray/Teal. This confirms buyers are exhausted.
█ Disclaimer This script is intended for educational purposes regarding HFT algorithms and Order Flow analysis. It does not provide financial advice.
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SOFT V2PV_Pivot _Validation FAST_SLOWSOFT V2PV is a market structure indicator based on confirmed price pivots, combining two independent detection engines:
• FAST engine: early detection (more signals, lower reliability)
• SLOW engine: delayed detection (fewer signals, higher reliability)
• CONFIRMED signals: validated when FAST and SLOW agree within a confirmation window
Main features:
- Pivot labels marking structural turning points
- Validation labels displayed on the confirmation candle (not on the pivot bar)
- Configurable vertical stacking for FAST / SLOW / CONFIRMED labels
- Reliability score table (LOW / MED / HIGH)
- Built-in TradingView alerts (FAST, SLOW, CONFIRMED, ANY signal)
Signal interpretation:
LOW (FAST) → aggressive / early signal
MED (SLOW) → more reliable structural signal
HIGH (CONFIRMED) → high-probability setup (FAST + SLOW)
The indicator is designed for intraday and swing trading.
It works on all markets: indices, forex, crypto, commodities, and metals.
⚠️ Important notes:
- Pivot points are confirmed only after a defined number of bars (ZigZag-like logic).
- Signals are plotted only after confirmation.
- No intentional repainting: once a signal is displayed, it does not move or disappear.
EMA Buy/Sell & Smart Zones(5Min TF only)### **Indicator Title:**
**EMA Buy/Sell & Smart Zones**
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### **Description:**
**EMA Buy/Sell & Smart Zones** is a specialized intraday trading tool designed to combine trend analysis with precise market structure zones. This script utilizes a custom tracking algorithm to identify the **specific candle** that formed the previous session's high or low, allowing it to plot accurate Supply and Demand zones for the current trading day.
This indicator has been rigorously tested on the **Nifty Index** and is optimized for use on the **5-minute timeframe**.
### **Key Features**
**1. Smart Session Wick Zones ("True Wick" Logic)**
The indicator automatically scans every candle of the previous session to locate the exact price action that formed the day's extremes.
* **Smart High Zone:** Identifies the specific candle that made yesterday's High and plots a zone from that High down to that candle's Open or Close (based on body direction).
* **Smart Low Zone:** Identifies the specific candle that made yesterday's Low and plots a zone from that Low up to that candle's Open or Close.
* **Close Range:** Highlights the High-Low range of the very last candle of the previous session to show the closing sentiment.
*All zones automatically stop extending at the end of the current session, ensuring the chart remains clean and historically accurate.*
**2. EMA Trend System**
The script plots three key Exponential Moving Averages to define market direction:
* **EMA 21:** Captures short-term momentum.
* **EMA 63:** Defines the medium-term trend.
* **EMA 1575:** Establishes the long-term baseline.
**3. Buy/Sell Signals**
Clear signals are generated on the chart based on specific criteria:
* **BUY Signal:** Generated when a green candle closes above the EMA 21 and EMA 63.
* **SELL Signal:** Generated when a red candle closes below the EMA 21 and EMA 63.
* *Note: The logic includes a filter to alternate signals (Buy -> Sell -> Buy), preventing clutter during choppy markets.*
### **How to Use**
* **Recommended Timeframe:** **5 Minutes**.
* **Recommended Markets:** Indices (Nifty, Bank Nifty) and high-volume stocks.
* **Workflow:**
* Use the **Smart Zones** (Red/Green boxes) to identify potential rejection areas or breakout targets.
* Use the **Buy/Sell Labels** as confirmation triggers when price is reacting near these zones or trending strongly above/below the EMAs.
### **Settings & Customization**
* **Visibility Control:** Toggle each box type (High, Low, Close) and text labels on or off individually.
* **Color Customization:** Fully adjustable colors for all EMAs, Zone Backgrounds, Borders, and Text Labels to suit your chart theme.
* **Label Size:** Adjust the text size of the zone labels directly from the settings menu.
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**Disclaimer:** This tool is for educational purposes and should be used to assist your analysis. Always manage your risk appropriately.
Coppe's Intraday Strategy V.3Best Intraday Strategy V.3 with Monthly Backtesting and multiple Setups for Gold and NAS
Open=Low or Open=High Alert//@version=5
indicator("Open=Low or Open=High Alert", overlay=true)
// Conditions for Open=Low and Open=High
openEqualsLow = open == low
openEqualsHigh = open == high
// Combine conditions into a single alert trigger
alertConditionTrigger = openEqualsLow or openEqualsHigh
// Plot shapes on the chart when the conditions are met (optional, helps visualize)
plotshape(openEqualsLow, title="Open=Low", location=location.belowbar, color=color.green, style=shape.triangleup, size=size.small)
plotshape(openEqualsHigh, title="Open=High", location=location.abovebar, color=color.red, style=shape.triangledown, size=size.small)
// Create the alert condition (this is what you select in the alert dialog)
alertcondition(alertConditionTrigger, title="Open = Low/High Alert", message="Open price equals High or Low price for {{ticker}} on the {{interval}} timeframe.")
SMC Rebalance to Equilibrium + ATR/ADX (Release)Markets spend more time rebalancing than trending. After an impulsive move, price naturally seeks fair value (equilibrium / mean / VWAP / 50%) where buyers and sellers agree again.
This makes rebalance trades higher win-rate and lower risk compared to continuation or breakout strategies.
Examples from real market behaviour:
- Gold futures (GC) rebalance very frequently because gold is heavily mean-reverted by institutions and hedgers. Roughly 60–70% of intraday moves show some form of rebalance.
- Nasdaq (NQ) is momentum-dominant, but even then 45–55% of intraday extensions rebalance, especially outside NY Open.
- FCPO is strongly controlled and rotational, with 70–80% of moves showing rebalance behaviour, especially outside aggressive news flows.
What each candle label means in this indicator
This indicator labels ATR state per candle to read market intent:
E (Expansion) - Volatility increasing. Aggressive participation. Used to drive price, not to rebalance.
S (Strong) - Sustained momentum. Trend still active.
D (Decreasing) - Volatility contracting. Acceptance forming. This is the core condition for rebalance.
W (Weak) represents very low momentum and temporary hesitation. W means the market is unsure.
Indicator features explained
This indicator is designed to be simple, objective, and rule-based:
Candle labels show real-time ATR state (E / S / D / W)
Strong rebalance condition is highlighted when D-D-D forms
Filters avoid signals during ADX expansion
Designed specifically for SMC rebalance to equilibrium, not continuation
Alerts trigger only when valid rebalance conditions appear, helping traders avoid over-trading and impulsive entries
Why D-D-D is very important?
Three consecutive D candles (D-D-D) mean:
- Volatility has contracted for multiple closes
- Chasers are gone
- Order flow is absorbed
- Market accepts current price as unfair
This is the strongest condition for price to return to equilibrium and sometimes continue further to MRH / MRL instead of stopping at 50%.
Important: One or two D candles are not enough. D-D-D confirms acceptance, not just a pause
Why NOT to trade rebalance when ADX is expanding
ADX expansion means trend strength is increasing. When ADX is expanding:
- Decreasing ATR often means reload, not reversal
- Price is being delivered, not balanced
- Rebalance attempts usually fail
This indicator filters out rebalance signals when ADX shows expansion because trend strength overrides balance logic.
Why price can rebalance without taking liquidity
A liquidity sweep is not required for rebalance.
Rebalance happens because acceptance changes, not because stops are hunted.
Price returns to equilibrium when:
- Momentum fades
- Volatility contracts
- Participation drops
- Passive orders dominate
Liquidity sweeps only make the move faster, not necessary. This is why rebalances commonly happen in Asian session, late US session, and mid-range conditions without any obvious stop-run.
Best time to trade rebalance (US & Malaysia time)
Rebalance works best when liquidity is stable or decaying, not expanding.
Best for Gold (GC)
- US Late Session: 11:30 pm – 2:00 am MYT
- Asian Morning: 7:00 am – 11:00 am MYT
Best for Nasdaq (NQ)
- US Late Session only: 11:30 pm – 1:30 am MYT
Avoid for all markets
- NY Open impulse: 8:30 pm – 10:30 pm MYT
This is delivery time, not balance time.
Core idea to remember
Rebalance trading is not about predicting reversals. It is about waiting for acceptance.
Liquidity makes moves fast. Acceptance makes moves possible. This indicator exists to help you trade what markets do most of the time — rebalance back to fair value — with discipline and structure
Ale tonkis Swing failure + 5MIndicator Description: Ale Tonkis Swing Failure (SFP)
This script is an advanced Swing Failure Pattern (SFP) and Change in State of Delivery (CISD) indicator. It is designed to identify liquidity sweeps and market structure shifts across multiple timeframes simultaneously.
Key Features
Pivot Detection: Automatically identifies high and low pivot points based on a user-defined lookback period.
Liquidity Sweep Analysis: Detects when the price "sweeps" (goes beyond) a previous pivot high or low without closing significantly past it, signaling a potential reversal.
CISD (Change in State of Delivery): Tracks internal market structure shifts to confirm the SFP signal.
Multi-Timeframe (MTF) Dashboard: A real-time table in the top-right corner monitors the trend state across four different timeframes: M1, M3, M5, and M15.
Visual Alerts: The script uses dynamic bar coloring and labels (▲/▼) to signal entry points directly on the chart.
Technical Updates (M5 Integration)
The code has been specifically modified to include the 5-minute (M5) timeframe within the Multi-Timeframe logic:
Data Fetching: A new request.security call was added to retrieve the sfp_trend_state from the 5-minute interval.
Table Expansion: The display table was resized from 4 rows to 5 rows to accommodate the new data without overlapping.
UI Alignment: The M5 state is now positioned between M3 and M15, providing a smoother transition for traders analyzing mid-range scalping opportunities.
How to Read the Dashboard
LONG (Green): Indicates a bullish SFP has occurred and the trend remains positive on that timeframe.
SHORT (Red): Indicates a bearish SFP has occurred and the trend remains negative.
Empty/Black: No active SFP trend is currently detected on that specific timeframe.
Greg's LevelsWell Team Bull, this was more difficult than I thought but here it is. Greg's Levels.
Based on the work of Nosral and the Daily High/Low script
Thanks to Greg for his video that finally made it click. Greg's video is here
www.youtube.com
I'm not the best coder, especially with pinescript so please let me know if I can clean it up or adjust things. Or just do it and share it to the community.
In my script the higher time frames don't trump lower, that is more complex coding, so I added the ability to change the lines or line thickness to take precedence.
I am also not sure how to chose the closest POI (point of interest) until it's mitigated than show the next so all POI's are seen. If you watch the video you'll see the hot box Greg refers to.
Since I was in it this far I added the ability to add a 4th time frame if you want to add the hourly, 30m, 15m, monthly, etc.
Anyway. Let's go Team Bull.
DOD
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Strategy H4-H1-M15 Triple Screen + Table + Statst.me
Master of Multi-Timeframe Trading: "Triple Screen" Strategy
"▲▼ & BUY/SELL M15 Tags" — H1 Ready signals warn the trader in advance that a reversal is brewing on the medium timeframe.
Settings:
Stochastic Settings: Oscillator length and smoothing adjustment.
Overbought/Oversold: Overbought/oversold level settings (default 80/20).
SL Offset: Buffer in ticks/pips for setting stop-loss beyond extremes.
Usage Instructions:
Long: Background painted light green (H4 Trend UP + H1 Stoch Low), wait for green "BUY M15" tag.
Short: Background painted light red (H4 Trend DOWN + H1 Stoch High), wait for red "SELL M15" tag.
Entry → SL → TP = PROFIT
Short Description (for preview):
Comprehensive "Triple Screen" strategy based on MACD (H4) and Stochastic (H1, M15). Features trend monitoring panel and precise entry signals with automatic Stop Loss calculation.
Technical Notes (for developers):
Hardcoded Timeframes: "240" (H4) and "60" (H1) are hardcoded. For universal use on other timeframe combinations (D1-H4-H1), make these input.timeframe variables.
Repainting: request.security may cause repainting on historical bars (current bar is honest). Standard practice for multi-timeframe TradingView indicators.
Alerts: Built-in alert support for one-click trading convenience.
Apex Wallet - Ultimate Trend Meter: 9-in-1 Multi-Layer Momentum Overview The Apex Wallet Trend Meter is an advanced decision-making dashboard designed to provide a comprehensive view of market conditions without cluttering your main price chart. It synthesizes complex data from 9 different technical sources into a clean, horizontal visual grid, allowing traders to spot confluence at a single glance.
The Power of Confluence Instead of switching between multiple oscillators, this tool monitors:
Triple EMA Structure: Tracks Short, Medium, and Long-term trend directions.
Momentum Suite: Real-time status of RSI, Stochastic, and StochRSI.
Advanced Analyzers: Includes MACD (Line/Signal), TDI (Traders Dynamic Index), and the Andean Oscillator for trend exhaustion and volatility states.
Smart Delta Net: A sophisticated Volume Delta engine that filters market noise through customizable modes (Buy/Sell, Neutral, or Automatic).
Key Features:
Adaptive Trading Presets: One-click selection for Scalping, Day-Trading, or Swing-Trading. The script automatically recalibrates all 9 indicator periods to fit your timeframe.
Market Bias Filtering: Indicators are color-coded based on their alignment with the global market trend. Signals only turn Bullish or Bearish when they align with the master trend EMA.
Dynamic Delta Grid: Displays scaled net volume values directly inside the grid for precise institutional flow tracking.
Fully Customizable UI: Toggle any layer on/off and adjust the layout density to match your workspace.
How to use: Look for "Vertical Confluence." When multiple layers turn the same color simultaneously, it indicates a high-probability momentum shift.
Institutional Liquidity Engine [Pointalgo]PointAlgo – Institutional Liquidity Engine is a price-overlay market structure and liquidity visualization tool designed to help traders analyze supply & demand behavior, liquidity zones, and price inefficiencies using rule-based logic inspired by modern market structure concepts.
This indicator focuses on where price aggressively moved from, where liquidity may remain, and how those zones evolve over time, without generating direct buy/sell signals.
The script is fully open-source, free to use, and intended strictly for educational and analytical purposes.
Core Analytical Concepts :
This indicator visualizes:
Market structure pivot points
High-volatility displacement zones
Supply & demand (order-block–like) areas
Liquidity mitigation behavior
Fair Value Gaps (price inefficiencies)
Zone lifecycle management (active vs mitigated)
It does not claim to detect actual institutional orders.
How the Indicator Works :
Volatility-Filtered Structure Detection
Uses ATR-based volatility filtering
Zones are only created when price displacement exceeds normal volatility
Helps reduce noise from weak or random candles
Demand & Supply Zone Identification
A demand zone is detected when:
A pivot low forms
The candle before the move is bearish
Price rapidly expands upward after the pivot
Volatility conditions are met
These zones highlight areas where price previously reacted strongly upward.
Supply Zones (Bearish)
A supply zone is detected when:
A pivot high forms
The candle before the move is bullish
Price drops aggressively after the pivot
Volatility conditions are met
These zones highlight areas where selling pressure previously dominated.
Smart Mitigation Engine (Automatic Zone Management)
One of the key design goals of this indicator is chart cleanliness.
Each zone is continuously monitored:
If price returns into the zone, it is considered mitigated
Users can choose to:
Automatically remove mitigated zones
Or gray them out for historical reference
Old and irrelevant zones far from price are also automatically deleted.
This prevents the chart from filling with outdated boxes.
Fair Value Gap (Liquidity Void) Detection
Optional Fair Value Gaps (FVGs) are displayed when:
Price moves so fast that wicks do not overlap
The gap size exceeds a user-defined ATR threshold
These gaps visually represent price inefficiencies where liquidity may be revisited.
Types:
🔵 Bullish FVG
🟠 Bearish FVG
Real-Time Dashboard
A small dashboard displays:
Active demand zones
Active supply zones
This provides a quick structural overview without scanning the entire chart.
Customization Options
Users can configure:
Pivot sensitivity
Zone colors
Mitigation behavior
Fair Value Gap visibility
Minimum gap size (ATR-based)
This makes the indicator adaptable across:
Forex
Indices
Crypto
Stocks
Futures
How to Use This Indicator
This tool is best used for:
Market structure analysis
Supply & demand studies
Liquidity mapping
Confluence with price action
Higher-timeframe bias alignment
Recommended complementary tools:
Support & Resistance
Trend analysis
Volume profiling
Risk management rules
Important Disclaimer
This indicator is provided for educational and analytical purposes only.
It does not provide trading signals, investment advice, or profit guarantees.
Market structure and liquidity concepts are interpretive in nature.
Users are solely responsible for their own trading decisions and risk management
Winners Scalper Pro - Bull/Bear (v1.5)best settings all standart but only change rsi
15 min rsi 8-9
30 min rsi 12-14
UT Bot TP1 TP2 Optional BE 1min XAUUSD TradeThis custom trading bot is designed for scalping XAUUSD on the 1-minute timeframe. It uses a proprietary strategy combining momentum and volatility signals to identify short-term entry and exit opportunities. The bot aims to capture fast price movements while applying strict risk management rules. Optimized for high-frequency gold trading under real-time market conditions.
If you want, I can also give you a more aggressive, more professional, or more simple version.
KCP Pivot TrendLine [Dr.K.C.Prakash]KCP Pivot TrendLine automatically plots non-repainting trendlines by connecting confirmed pivot highs and pivot lows.
It helps identify trend direction, support, and resistance, with optional display of only the latest trendline for a clean chart.
Best suited for market structure analysis and swing trading.
Smart Money Structure | GainzAlgo📊 OVERVIEW:
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Smart Money Structure Analysis is a professional-grade market structure and order-flow system designed to identify institutional trading behavior through volatility-adaptive logic, multi-timeframe trend alignment, and volume-based confirmation.
This indicator implements original mathematical models to detect Change of Character (CHoCH), Break of Structure (BOS), cumulative volume dynamics, and trend convergence across seven timeframes — delivering high-probability trade signals with significantly reduced noise.
Unlike basic indicator combinations, this system functions as a unified trading framework, where volatility adaptation, structure analysis, and volume confirmation continuously reinforce each other to provide precise, context-aware signals.
⭐ WHY THIS SYSTEM IS UNIQUE AND WORTHY OF PUBLICATION:
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This is not a collection of common indicators placed together.
Smart Money Structure Analysis represents a cohesive institutional methodology, engineered so that:
- Volatility adjusts signal sensitivity in real time
- Multi-timeframe trends define directional bias
- Market structure determines timing
- Volume confirms institutional participation
- Advanced filters eliminate low-quality setups
Each component is mathematically linked to the others, creating a workflow that cannot be replicated by stacking separate indicators.
🔗 SYNERGISTIC INTEGRATION – HOW THE SYSTEM WORKS TOGETHER:
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🧠 1. CONTEXT-AWARE VOLATILITY ADAPTATION
ATR-based volatility logic dynamically adjusts all momentum thresholds:
- Higher volatility → stronger confirmation required
- Lower volatility → sensitivity increases to capture valid moves
This prevents over-signaling in choppy markets and under-signaling during expansion phases — a core flaw in static indicators.
📐 2. MULTI-TIMEFRAME TREND CONVERGENCE ENGINE
Seven timeframes are analyzed simultaneously:
1M • 5M • 15M • 30M • 1H • 4H • 1D
Each timeframe is scored using EMA + VWAP alignment, producing a composite Trend Strength Score from -100 to +100.
The stronger the alignment across timeframes, the higher the probability of continuation — instantly visible through the real-time dashboard.
🏗️ 3. INSTITUTIONAL MARKET STRUCTURE (CHoCH & BOS)
The system automatically identifies the two core smart money concepts:
- CHoCH (Change of Character):
Signals potential trend exhaustion or reversal zones
- BOS (Break of Structure):
Confirms trend continuation and institutional commitment
Structure zones are visualized with persistent, color-coded levels and clouds, providing precise contextual timing rather than lagging signals.
📊 4. CUMULATIVE VOLUME DELTA (CVD) CONFIRMATION
CVD tracks the cumulative difference between buying and selling pressure:
- Rising CVD → accumulation
- Falling CVD → distribution
- Divergence vs price → early reversal warning
Volume participation is categorized into Low / Medium / High, adding depth beyond simple volume bars.
🛡️ 5. SIX-LAYER PROFESSIONAL SIGNAL FILTERING
Every signal must pass through up to six independent confirmation layers:
1. Volatility-adjusted momentum
2. Higher timeframe trend alignment
3. Lower timeframe conflict prevention
4. Institutional volume confirmation
5. Structural breakout validation
6. Repeated-signal restriction
This dramatically reduces false positives while preserving only high-quality institutional setups.
🧮 DETAILED CORE SYSTEMS:
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📏 ADAPTIVE MOMENTUM FORMULA
- Momentum Threshold = Base × (1 + (ATR ÷ Price) × 2)
- Pre-Momentum Factor = Base × (1 − (ATR ÷ Price) × 0.5)
📊 TREND STRENGTH CALCULATION
- Trend Strength = (Sum of 7 timeframe scores ÷ 7) × 100
📦 CVD LOGIC
- Close > Previous Close → Buy volume added
- Close < Previous Close → Sell volume subtracted
- Cumulative sum reveals institutional intent
🧠 STRUCTURE DETECTION
- Pivot-based swing logic
- Candle confirmation
- Configurable lookback periods
- Non-repainting visualization
🧩 ADVANCED ANALYSIS TOOLS:
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🧲 LIQUIDITY ZONE DETECTION
Identifies probable retail stop-loss clusters where institutions often initiate stop hunts before true directional moves.
📦 MARKET PROFILE & ORDER FLOW IMBALANCE
Detects buy/sell dominance using volume ratios, highlighting accumulation and distribution zones before large price moves.
🔄 RSI DIVERGENCE SCANNER
Identifies bullish and bearish divergences that frequently precede structure shifts and trend reversals.
🎨 VISUAL SYSTEM & DASHBOARD:
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📊 SMART MONEY MATRIX
- Composite trend strength
- System confidence %
- CVD value
- Directional grid for all timeframes
📈 TREND PREDICTION MATRIX (Optional)
Forecasts short-term directional bias using trend, momentum, and volatility data.
🏷️ SIGNAL LABELS
- BUY / SELL → Fully confirmed entries
- READY → Momentum building
- BOS / CHoCH → Structure events
- FLOW / LIQ / BULL / BEAR → Advanced confirmations
⚙️ CORE FEATURES:
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1. Multi-Timeframe Trend Convergence
2. Smart Money Structure Detection (CHoCH & BOS)
3. Adaptive Volatility-Based Momentum
4. Cumulative Volume Delta (CVD)
5. Six-Layer Signal Filtering
6. Liquidity Zone Detection
7. Order Flow & Market Profile Analysis
8. Divergence Scanner
9. Dynamic Trendlines
10. Institutional-Grade Dashboard
📘 WHO THIS INDICATOR IS FOR:
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- Scalpers: Noise-filtered precision on lower timeframes
- Day Traders: High-probability continuation setups
- Swing Traders: Multi-timeframe alignment & structure zones
- Reversal Traders: Divergence + CHoCH confirmation
⚠️ IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER:
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This indicator is a technical analysis and educational tool only.
It does not provide financial advice or trade recommendations.
Trading involves substantial risk, and losses are a natural part of trading.
Past performance does not guarantee future results.
All trading decisions remain the sole responsibility of the user.
PDH & PDL - Previous Day LevelsPDH & PDL – Previous Day High and Low
This indicator automatically plots the Previous Day High (PDH) and Previous Day Low (PDL) on intraday charts.
These key levels are widely used by traders as important support and resistance zones, helping to identify potential areas for price reactions, breakouts, or liquidity grabs.
Features
Automatically detects the previous trading day’s high and low
Draws clear horizontal levels across the current session
Labels the levels as PDH and PDL
Updates in real time at the start of each new trading day
Designed for intraday timeframes
How to Use
Use PDH as a potential resistance level
Use PDL as a potential support level
Watch for breakouts, rejections, or retests around these levels
Combine with price action, volume, or session-based strategies
Best For
Day trading
Scalping
Forex, indices, crypto, and futures
Traders who use market structure and key levels
This indicator keeps your chart clean while highlighting two of the most important reference levels from the previous trading day.
MACD Signals with Impulse ScoresCustom indicator to generat buy sell signals. optimized for 5min NQ during RTH
Penny Stock Short Signal Pro# Penny Stock Short Signal Pro (PSSP) v1.0
## Complete User Guide & Documentation
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# 📋 TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. (#introduction)
2. (#why-short-penny-stocks)
3. (#the-7-core-detection-systems)
4. (#installation--setup)
5. (#understanding-the-dashboard)
6. (#input-settings-deep-dive)
7. (#visual-elements-explained)
8. (#alert-configuration)
9. (#trading-strategies)
10. (#risk-management)
11. (#best-practices)
12. (#troubleshooting)
13. (#changelog)
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# Introduction
**Penny Stock Short Signal Pro (PSSP)** is a comprehensive Pine Script v6 indicator specifically engineered for identifying high-probability short-selling opportunities on low-priced, high-volatility stocks. Unlike generic indicators that apply broad technical analysis, PSSP is purpose-built for the unique characteristics of penny stock price action—where parabolic moves, retail FOMO, and violent reversals create predictable patterns for prepared traders.
## Key Features
- **7 Independent Detection Systems** working in concert to identify exhaustion points
- **Composite Signal Engine** that requires multiple confirmations before triggering
- **Real-Time Dashboard** displaying all signal states and market metrics
- **Automatic Risk Management** with dynamic stop-loss and profit target calculations
- **Customizable Sensitivity** for different trading styles (scalping vs. swing)
- **Built-in Alert System** for all major signal types
## Who Is This For?
- **Active Day Traders** looking to capitalize on intraday reversals
- **Short Sellers** who specialize in penny stocks and small caps
- **Momentum Traders** who want to identify when momentum is exhausting
- **Risk-Conscious Traders** who need clear entry/exit levels
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# Why Short Penny Stocks?
## The Penny Stock Lifecycle
Penny stocks follow a remarkably predictable lifecycle that creates shorting opportunities:
```
PHASE 1: ACCUMULATION
└── Low volume, tight range
└── Smart money quietly building positions
PHASE 2: MARKUP / PROMOTION
└── News catalyst or promotional campaign
└── Volume increases, price begins rising
└── Early momentum traders enter
PHASE 3: DISTRIBUTION (YOUR OPPORTUNITY)
└── Parabolic move attracts retail FOMO buyers
└── Smart money selling into strength
└── Volume climax signals exhaustion
└── ⚠️ PSSP SIGNALS FIRE HERE ⚠️
PHASE 4: DECLINE
└── Support breaks, panic selling
└── Price returns toward origin
└── Short sellers profit
```
## Why Shorts Work on Penny Stocks
1. **No Fundamental Support**: Most penny stocks have no earnings, revenue, or assets to justify elevated prices
2. **Promotional Nature**: Many rallies are driven by promoters who will eventually stop
3. **Retail Exhaustion**: Retail buying power is finite—when it's exhausted, gravity takes over
4. **Float Dynamics**: Low float stocks move fast in both directions
5. **Technical Levels Matter**: VWAP, round numbers, and prior highs become self-fulfilling resistance
---
# The 7 Core Detection Systems
PSSP employs seven independent detection algorithms. Each identifies a specific type of exhaustion or reversal signal. When multiple systems fire simultaneously, the probability of a successful short dramatically increases.
---
## 1. PARABOLIC EXHAUSTION DETECTOR
### What It Detects
Identifies when price has moved too far, too fast and is likely to reverse. This system looks for the classic "blow-off top" pattern common in penny stock runners.
### Technical Logic
```
Parabolic Signal = TRUE when:
├── Consecutive green candles ≥ threshold (default: 3)
├── AND price extension from VWAP ≥ threshold ATRs (default: 1.5)
└── OR shooting star / upper wick rejection pattern forms
```
### Visual Representation
```
╱╲ ← Shooting star / upper wick
╱ ╲ (Parabolic exhaustion)
╱
╱
╱
══════════════ VWAP
╱
╱
```
### Why It Works on Penny Stocks
Penny stocks are notorious for parabolic moves driven by retail FOMO. When everyone who wants to buy has bought, there's no one left to push prices higher. The shooting star pattern shows that sellers are already stepping in at higher prices.
### Key Settings
| Parameter | Default | Range | Description |
|-----------|---------|-------|-------------|
| Lookback Period | 10 | 3-30 | Bars to analyze for pattern |
| Extension Threshold | 1.5 ATR | 0.5-5.0 | How far above VWAP is "parabolic" |
| Consecutive Green Bars | 3 | 2-10 | Minimum green bars for exhaustion |
---
## 2. VWAP REJECTION SYSTEM
### What It Detects
Volume Weighted Average Price (VWAP) is the single most important level for institutional traders. This system identifies when price tests above VWAP and gets rejected back below—a powerful short signal.
### Technical Logic
```
VWAP Rejection = TRUE when:
├── Candle high pierces above VWAP
├── AND candle closes below VWAP
├── AND candle is bearish (close < open)
└── AND rejection distance is within sensitivity threshold
```
### Visual Representation
```
High ──→ ╱╲
╱ ╲
VWAP ════════╱════╲═══════════
Close ←── Rejection
```
### Extended VWAP Signals
The system also tracks VWAP standard deviation bands. Rejection from the upper band (2 standard deviations above VWAP) is an even stronger signal.
### Why It Works on Penny Stocks
- Algorithms and institutions use VWAP as their benchmark
- Failed attempts to reclaim VWAP often lead to waterfall selling
- VWAP acts as a "magnet" that price tends to revert toward
### Key Settings
| Parameter | Default | Range | Description |
|-----------|---------|-------|-------------|
| Rejection Sensitivity | 0.5 ATR | 0.1-2.0 | How close to VWAP for valid rejection |
| Show VWAP Line | True | - | Display VWAP on chart |
| Show VWAP Bands | True | - | Display standard deviation bands |
| Band Multiplier | 2.0 | 0.5-4.0 | Standard deviations for bands |
---
## 3. VOLUME CLIMAX DETECTOR
### What It Detects
Identifies "blow-off tops" where extreme volume accompanies a price spike. This often marks the exact top as it represents maximum retail participation—after which buying power is exhausted.
### Technical Logic
```
Volume Climax = TRUE when:
├── Current volume ≥ (Average volume × Climax Multiple)
├── AND one of:
│ ├── Selling into the high (upper wick > lower wick on green bar)
│ └── OR post-climax weakness (red bar following climax bar)
```
### Visual Representation
```
Price: ╱╲
╱ ╲
╱ ╲
╱ ╲
╱
Volume:
▂▃▅▇██▇▅▃▂▁
↑
Volume Climax (3x+ average)
```
### Why It Works on Penny Stocks
- Retail traders pile in at the top, creating volume spikes
- Market makers and smart money use this liquidity to exit
- Once the volume spike passes, there's no fuel left for higher prices
- The "smart money selling into dumb money buying" creates the top
### Key Settings
| Parameter | Default | Range | Description |
|-----------|---------|-------|-------------|
| Volume MA Length | 20 | 5-50 | Period for average volume calculation |
| Climax Volume Multiple | 3.0x | 1.5-10.0 | Multiple of average for "climax" |
| Show Volume Bars | True | - | Visual volume representation |
---
## 4. RSI DIVERGENCE ANALYZER
### What It Detects
Bearish divergence occurs when price makes higher highs but RSI (momentum) makes lower highs. This indicates that momentum is weakening even as price pushes higher—a warning of imminent reversal.
### Technical Logic
```
Bearish Divergence = TRUE when:
├── RSI is in overbought territory (> threshold)
├── AND RSI is declining (current < previous < prior)
└── Indicates momentum exhaustion before price catches up
```
### Visual Representation
```
Price: /\ /\
/ \ / \ ← Higher high
/ \/
/
/
RSI: /\
/ \ /\
/ \/ \ ← Lower high (DIVERGENCE)
/ \
════════════════════ Overbought (70)
```
### Why It Works on Penny Stocks
- Penny stocks often push to new highs on weaker and weaker momentum
- Divergence signals that fewer buyers are participating at each new high
- Eventually, the lack of buying pressure leads to collapse
### Key Settings
| Parameter | Default | Range | Description |
|-----------|---------|-------|-------------|
| RSI Length | 14 | 5-30 | Standard RSI calculation period |
| Overbought Level | 70 | 60-90 | RSI level considered overbought |
| Divergence Lookback | 14 | 5-30 | Bars to look back for swing highs |
---
## 5. KEY LEVEL REJECTION TRACKER
### What It Detects
Identifies rejections from significant price levels where shorts are likely to be concentrated: High of Day (HOD), premarket highs, and psychological levels (whole and half dollars).
### Technical Logic
```
Level Rejection = TRUE when:
├── Price touches key level (within 0.2% tolerance)
├── AND candle is bearish (close < open)
├── AND close is in lower portion of candle range
│
├── Key Levels Tracked:
│ ├── High of Day (HOD)
│ ├── Premarket High
│ └── Psychological levels ($1.00, $1.50, $2.00, etc.)
```
### Visual Representation
```
HOD ─────────────────────────────────
╱╲ ← Rejection
╱ ╲
╱ ╲
╱
─────────────────────────────────
PM High ─────────────────────────────
```
### Why It Works on Penny Stocks
- **HOD**: The high of day is where the most traders are trapped long. Failure to break HOD often triggers stop-loss cascades
- **Premarket High**: Represents overnight enthusiasm; failure to exceed often means the "news" is priced in
- **Psychological Levels**: Round numbers ($1, $2, $5) attract orders and act as natural resistance
### Key Settings
| Parameter | Default | Range | Description |
|-----------|---------|-------|-------------|
| Track HOD Rejection | True | - | Monitor high of day |
| Track Premarket High | True | - | Monitor premarket resistance |
| Track Psychological Levels | True | - | Monitor round numbers |
---
## 6. FAILED BREAKOUT DETECTOR
### What It Detects
Identifies "bull traps" where price breaks above resistance but immediately fails and closes back below. This traps breakout buyers and often leads to accelerated selling.
### Technical Logic
```
Failed Breakout = TRUE when:
├── Price breaks above recent high (lookback period)
├── AND one of:
│ ├── Same bar closes below the breakout level
│ └── OR following bars show consecutive red candles
```
### Visual Representation
```
╱╲
╱ ╲ ← False breakout
Recent High ══╱════╲════════════════
╱ ╲
╱ ╲
╱ ╲ ← Trapped longs panic sell
```
### Why It Works on Penny Stocks
- Breakout traders enter on the break, providing exit liquidity for smart money
- When the breakout fails, these traders become trapped and must exit
- Their forced selling accelerates the decline
- Penny stocks have thin order books, making failed breakouts especially violent
### Key Settings
| Parameter | Default | Range | Description |
|-----------|---------|-------|-------------|
| Breakout Lookback | 5 | 2-15 | Bars to define "recent high" |
| Confirmation Bars | 2 | 1-5 | Bars to confirm failure |
---
## 7. MOVING AVERAGE BREAKDOWN SYSTEM
### What It Detects
Monitors exponential moving averages (EMAs) for bearish crossovers and price rejections. EMA crosses often signal trend changes, while rejections from EMAs indicate resistance.
### Technical Logic
```
MA Breakdown = TRUE when:
├── Bearish EMA cross (fast crosses below slow)
└── OR EMA rejection (price tests EMA from below and fails)
```
### Visual Representation
```
╱╲ ← Rejection from EMA
╱ ╲
EMA 9 ═══════════╱════╲═══════════
╲
EMA 20 ═══════════════════╲════════
╲
Bearish cross ↓
```
### Why It Works on Penny Stocks
- EMAs smooth out the noise and show underlying trend direction
- When fast EMA crosses below slow EMA, it signals momentum shift
- Rejected attempts to reclaim EMAs show sellers are in control
### Key Settings
| Parameter | Default | Range | Description |
|-----------|---------|-------|-------------|
| Fast EMA | 9 | 3-20 | Short-term trend |
| Slow EMA | 20 | 10-50 | Medium-term trend |
| Show EMAs | True | - | Display on chart |
---
# Installation & Setup
## Step 1: Access Pine Editor
1. Open TradingView (tradingview.com)
2. Open any chart
3. Click "Pine Editor" at the bottom of the screen
## Step 2: Create New Indicator
1. Click "Open" → "New blank indicator"
2. Delete any existing code
3. Paste the entire PSSP code
## Step 3: Save and Add to Chart
1. Click "Save" (give it a name like "PSSP")
2. Click "Add to chart"
3. The indicator will appear with default settings
## Step 4: Configure Settings
1. Click the gear icon (⚙️) on the indicator
2. Adjust settings based on your trading style (see Settings section)
3. Click "OK" to apply
## Recommended Chart Setup
- **Timeframe**: 1-minute or 5-minute for scalping, 15-minute for swing shorts
- **Chart Type**: Candlestick
- **Extended Hours**: Enable if trading premarket/afterhours
- **Volume**: Can disable default volume since PSSP tracks it
---
# Understanding the Dashboard
The real-time dashboard provides at-a-glance status of all systems:
```
┌─────────────────────────────────────────┐
│ 📊 SHORT SIGNAL DASHBOARD │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ Signal Strength: 5/7 │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ ─── ACTIVE SIGNALS ─── │
│ │
│ Parabolic Exhaustion 🔴 2.1 ATR │
│ VWAP Rejection 🔴 Above │
│ Volume Climax 🔴 4.2x Avg │
│ RSI Divergence ⚪ RSI: 68 │
│ Level Rejection 🔴 @ HOD │
│ Failed Breakout 🔴 │
│ MA Breakdown ⚪ Bullish │
├─────────────────────────────────────────┤
│ ─── RISK LEVELS ─── │
│ Stop: $2.45 T1: $2.10 T2: $1.85 │
└─────────────────────────────────────────┘
```
## Dashboard Elements Explained
### Signal Strength Indicator
| Rating | Signals | Color | Interpretation |
|--------|---------|-------|----------------|
| STRONG | 5-7 | Red | High-confidence short opportunity |
| MODERATE | 3-4 | Orange | Decent setup, consider other factors |
| WEAK | 1-2 | Gray | Insufficient confirmation |
| NONE | 0 | Gray | No short signals active |
### Signal Status Icons
- 🔴 = Signal is ACTIVE (condition met)
- ⚪ = Signal is INACTIVE (condition not met)
### Contextual Metrics
Each signal row includes relevant metrics:
- **Parabolic**: Shows ATR extension from VWAP
- **VWAP**: Shows if price is Above/Below VWAP
- **Volume**: Shows current volume as multiple of average
- **RSI**: Shows current RSI value
- **Level**: Shows which level was touched (HOD, PM High, etc.)
- **MA**: Shows EMA relationship (Bullish/Bearish)
### Risk Levels
When a composite short signal fires:
- **Stop**: Suggested stop-loss level (high + ATR multiple)
- **T1**: First profit target (1:1 risk/reward)
- **T2**: Second profit target (user-defined R:R)
---
# Input Settings Deep Dive
## Group 1: Parabolic Exhaustion
| Setting | Default | Conservative | Aggressive | Description |
|---------|---------|--------------|------------|-------------|
| Enable | True | True | True | Turn system on/off |
| Lookback Period | 10 | 15 | 5 | Bars analyzed for pattern |
| Extension Threshold | 1.5 | 2.0 | 1.0 | ATRs above VWAP for "parabolic" |
| Consecutive Green Bars | 3 | 4 | 2 | Minimum green bars required |
**Tuning Tips:**
- Lower thresholds = more signals but more false positives
- Higher thresholds = fewer signals but higher quality
- For very volatile penny stocks, consider higher thresholds
## Group 2: VWAP Rejection
| Setting | Default | Conservative | Aggressive | Description |
|---------|---------|--------------|------------|-------------|
| Enable | True | True | True | Turn system on/off |
| Rejection Sensitivity | 0.5 | 0.3 | 0.8 | ATR distance for valid rejection |
| Show VWAP Line | True | True | True | Display VWAP |
| Show VWAP Bands | True | True | True | Display deviation bands |
| Band Multiplier | 2.0 | 2.5 | 1.5 | Standard deviations for bands |
**Tuning Tips:**
- Tighter sensitivity (lower number) = must reject very close to VWAP
- Wider bands = less frequent upper band rejections but more significant
## Group 3: Volume Climax
| Setting | Default | Conservative | Aggressive | Description |
|---------|---------|--------------|------------|-------------|
| Enable | True | True | True | Turn system on/off |
| Volume MA Length | 20 | 30 | 10 | Baseline volume period |
| Climax Volume Multiple | 3.0 | 4.0 | 2.0 | Multiple for "climax" status |
| Show Volume Profile | True | True | True | Visual volume bars |
**Tuning Tips:**
- Higher multiple = only extreme volume spikes trigger
- Shorter MA = more responsive to recent volume changes
- For highly liquid stocks, consider higher multiples
## Group 4: Momentum Divergence
| Setting | Default | Conservative | Aggressive | Description |
|---------|---------|--------------|------------|-------------|
| Enable | True | True | True | Turn system on/off |
| RSI Length | 14 | 21 | 7 | RSI calculation period |
| Overbought Level | 70 | 75 | 65 | Threshold for "overbought" |
| Divergence Lookback | 14 | 20 | 10 | Bars for swing high detection |
**Tuning Tips:**
- Lower overbought threshold = more frequent signals
- Shorter RSI length = more responsive but noisier
## Group 5: Key Level Rejection
| Setting | Default | Description |
|---------|---------|-------------|
| Enable | True | Master toggle for level system |
| Track Premarket High | True | Monitor premarket resistance |
| Track HOD Rejection | True | Monitor high of day |
| Track Psychological Levels | True | Monitor round numbers |
**Tuning Tips:**
- Disable premarket tracking if stock doesn't have significant premarket activity
- Psychological levels work best on stocks under $10
## Group 6: Failed Follow-Through
| Setting | Default | Conservative | Aggressive | Description |
|---------|---------|--------------|------------|-------------|
| Enable | True | True | True | Turn system on/off |
| Breakout Lookback | 5 | 8 | 3 | Bars defining "recent high" |
| Confirmation Bars | 2 | 3 | 1 | Bars to confirm failure |
**Tuning Tips:**
- Shorter lookback = more breakouts detected but smaller significance
- More confirmation bars = higher confidence but later entry
## Group 7: Moving Average Signals
| Setting | Default | Conservative | Aggressive | Description |
|---------|---------|--------------|------------|-------------|
| Enable | True | True | True | Turn system on/off |
| Fast EMA | 9 | 12 | 5 | Short-term trend |
| Slow EMA | 20 | 26 | 13 | Medium-term trend |
| Show EMAs | True | True | True | Display on chart |
**Tuning Tips:**
- Standard 9/20 works well for most penny stocks
- Faster EMAs (5/13) for scalping, slower (12/26) for swing trading
## Group 8: Composite Signal
| Setting | Default | Conservative | Aggressive | Description |
|---------|---------|--------------|------------|-------------|
| Minimum Signals | 3 | 4-5 | 2 | Signals needed for trigger |
| Show Dashboard | True | True | True | Display signal table |
| Dashboard Position | top_right | - | - | Screen location |
**Tuning Tips:**
- **Minimum Signals is the most important setting**
- Higher minimum = fewer trades but higher win rate
- Lower minimum = more trades but more false signals
## Group 9: Risk Management
| Setting | Default | Conservative | Aggressive | Description |
|---------|---------|--------------|------------|-------------|
| Show Stop Levels | True | True | True | Display stop loss |
| Stop ATR Multiple | 1.5 | 2.0 | 1.0 | Stop distance in ATRs |
| Show Targets | True | True | True | Display profit targets |
| Target R:R | 2.0 | 1.5 | 3.0 | Risk:Reward for Target 2 |
**Tuning Tips:**
- Tighter stops (lower ATR multiple) = less risk but more stop-outs
- Higher R:R targets = bigger winners but fewer targets hit
## Group 10: Visual Settings
| Setting | Default | Description |
|---------|---------|-------------|
| Bullish Color | Green | Color for bullish elements |
| Bearish Color | Red | Color for bearish/short signals |
| Warning Color | Orange | Color for caution signals |
| Neutral Color | Gray | Color for inactive elements |
---
# Visual Elements Explained
## Chart Overlays
### VWAP Line (Blue)
- **Solid blue line** = Volume Weighted Average Price
- Price above VWAP = bullish bias
- Price below VWAP = bearish bias
- **Use**: Short when price rejects from above VWAP
### VWAP Bands (Purple circles)
- Upper band = 2 standard deviations above VWAP
- Lower band = 2 standard deviations below VWAP
- **Use**: Extreme extension to upper band signals potential reversal
### EMAs (Orange and Red)
- **Orange line** = Fast EMA (9-period default)
- **Red line** = Slow EMA (20-period default)
- **Use**: Bearish cross or price rejection from EMAs confirms short
### HOD Line (Red, dashed)
- Shows the current day's high
- **Use**: Rejection from HOD is a key short signal
### Premarket High (Orange, dashed)
- Shows premarket session high
- **Use**: Failure to break PM high often signals weakness
## Signal Markers
### Individual Signal Markers (Small)
| Shape | Color | Signal |
|-------|-------|--------|
| ▼ Triangle | Purple | Parabolic Exhaustion |
| ✕ X-Cross | Blue | VWAP Rejection |
| ◆ Diamond | Yellow | Volume Climax |
| ● Circle | Orange | RSI Divergence |
| ■ Square | Red | Failed Breakout |
### Composite Short Signal (Large)
- **Large red triangle** with "SHORT" text
- Only appears when minimum signal threshold is met
- This is your primary trading signal
## Risk Level Lines
### Stop Loss (Red line)
- Calculated as: Entry + (ATR × Stop Multiple)
- Represents maximum acceptable loss
- **RESPECT THIS LEVEL**
### Target 1 (Light green line)
- First profit target at 1:1 risk/reward
- Consider taking partial profits here
### Target 2 (Dark green line)
- Second profit target at user-defined R:R
- Let winners run to this level
## Background Coloring
### Light Red Background
- Appears when composite short signal is active
- Indicates you should be looking for shorts, not longs
### Light Purple Background
- Appears during extreme parabolic extension
- Warning of potential imminent reversal
---
# Alert Configuration
## Available Alerts
### 1. Composite Short Signal
**Best for**: Primary trading signal
```
Condition: Composite short signal fires
Message: "PSSP: Short Signal Triggered - {ticker} at {close}"
```
### 2. Parabolic Exhaustion
**Best for**: Early warning of potential top
```
Condition: Parabolic exhaustion detected
Message: "PSSP: Parabolic exhaustion detected on {ticker}"
```
### 3. Volume Climax
**Best for**: Blow-off top identification
```
Condition: Volume climax occurs
Message: "PSSP: Volume climax / blow-off top on {ticker}"
```
### 4. Strong Short Setup (5+ Signals)
**Best for**: High-confidence opportunities only
```
Condition: 5 or more signals active
Message: "PSSP: STRONG short setup on {ticker}"
```
### 5. Very Strong Short Setup (6+ Signals)
**Best for**: Maximum confidence trades
```
Condition: 6 or more signals active
Message: "PSSP: VERY STRONG short setup on {ticker}"
```
### 6. Failed Breakout
**Best for**: Bull trap identification
```
Condition: Failed breakout detected
Message: "PSSP: Failed breakout detected on {ticker}"
```
### 7. Key Level Rejection
**Best for**: Resistance level plays
```
Condition: Key level rejection occurs
Message: "PSSP: Key level rejection on {ticker}"
```
## Setting Up Alerts in TradingView
1. Right-click on the chart
2. Select "Add Alert"
3. Set Condition to "Penny Stock Short Signal Pro"
4. Choose your desired alert condition
5. Configure notification method (popup, email, webhook, etc.)
6. Set expiration (or "Open-ended" for permanent)
7. Click "Create"
## Alert Strategy Recommendations
### For Active Day Traders
- Enable: Composite Short Signal, Volume Climax
- Set to: Popup + Sound
- Check frequently during market hours
### For Swing Traders
- Enable: Strong Short Setup (5+), Very Strong Short Setup (6+)
- Set to: Email + Mobile Push
- Review at key times (open, lunch, close)
### For Part-Time Traders
- Enable: Very Strong Short Setup (6+) only
- Set to: Email + SMS
- Only trade highest-conviction setups
---
# Trading Strategies
## Strategy 1: The Parabolic Fade
**Setup Requirements:**
- Parabolic Exhaustion signal ACTIVE
- Extension from VWAP ≥ 2.0 ATR
- Volume climax or declining volume on push
**Entry:**
- Short on first red candle after signal
- Or short on break below prior candle's low
**Stop Loss:**
- Above the high of the parabolic move
- Maximum: 1.5 ATR above entry
**Targets:**
- T1: VWAP (take 50% off)
- T2: Lower VWAP band or LOD
**Best Time:** 9:30-10:30 AM (morning runners)
---
## Strategy 2: VWAP Rejection Short
**Setup Requirements:**
- VWAP Rejection signal ACTIVE
- Price came from below VWAP
- Rejection candle has significant upper wick
**Entry:**
- Short on close below VWAP
- Or short on break below rejection candle low
**Stop Loss:**
- Above VWAP + 0.5 ATR
- Or above rejection candle high
**Targets:**
- T1: Lower VWAP band
- T2: Prior support or LOD
**Best Time:** Midday (11:00 AM - 2:00 PM)
---
## Strategy 3: HOD Failure Short
**Setup Requirements:**
- Level Rejection signal ACTIVE (HOD)
- Multiple tests of HOD without breakthrough
- Volume declining on each test
**Entry:**
- Short on confirmed HOD rejection
- Wait for close below the rejection candle
**Stop Loss:**
- Above HOD + 0.25 ATR (tight)
- Clear invalidation if HOD breaks
**Targets:**
- T1: VWAP
- T2: Morning support levels
**Best Time:** 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
---
## Strategy 4: Volume Climax Fade
**Setup Requirements:**
- Volume Climax signal ACTIVE
- Volume ≥ 3x average on green candle
- Followed by bearish candle or upper wick
**Entry:**
- Short on first red candle after climax
- Or short on break below climax candle low
**Stop Loss:**
- Above climax candle high
- Give room for volatility spike
**Targets:**
- T1: 50% retracement of the run
- T2: VWAP or start of the run
**Best Time:** First hour of trading
---
## Strategy 5: The Full Composite (High Conviction)
**Setup Requirements:**
- Composite Short signal ACTIVE
- Minimum 4-5 individual signals
- Clear visual of signal markers clustering
**Entry:**
- Short immediately on composite signal
- Use market order for fast-moving stocks
**Stop Loss:**
- Use indicator's automatic stop level
- Do not deviate from system
**Targets:**
- T1: Indicator's T1 level (1:1)
- T2: Indicator's T2 level (2:1)
**Best Time:** Any time with sufficient signals
---
# Risk Management
## Position Sizing Formula
```
Position Size = (Account Risk %) / (Stop Loss %)
Example:
- Account: $25,000
- Risk per trade: 1% = $250
- Entry: $2.00
- Stop: $2.20 (10% stop)
- Position Size: $250 / 10% = $2,500 worth
- Shares: $2,500 / $2.00 = 1,250 shares
```
## Risk Rules
### The 1% Rule
Never risk more than 1% of your account on any single trade. For a $25,000 account, max risk = $250.
### The 2x Stop Rule
If your stop gets hit twice on the same stock, stop trading it for the day. The pattern isn't working.
### The Daily Loss Limit
Set a maximum daily loss (e.g., 3% of account). Stop trading if hit.
### The Size-Down Rule
After a losing trade, reduce your next position size by 50%. Rebuild after a winner.
## Short-Specific Risks
### The Short Squeeze
- Penny stocks can squeeze violently
- ALWAYS use stops
- Never "hope" a position comes back
- Size appropriately for volatility
### The Hard-to-Borrow
- Check borrow availability before trading
- High borrow fees eat into profits
- Some stocks become HTB mid-trade
### The Halt Risk
- Penny stocks can halt on volatility
- Position size for worst-case halt against you
- Halts can open significantly higher
---
# Best Practices
## DO's
✅ **Wait for multiple signals** - Single signals have lower accuracy
✅ **Trade with the trend** - Short when daily trend is down
✅ **Use the dashboard** - Check signal count before entering
✅ **Respect stops** - The indicator calculates them for a reason
✅ **Size appropriately** - Penny stocks are volatile; position small
✅ **Trade liquid stocks** - Volume ≥ 500K daily average
✅ **Know the catalyst** - Understand why the stock is moving
✅ **Take partial profits** - Secure gains at T1
✅ **Journal your trades** - Track what works and what doesn't
✅ **Time your entries** - Best shorts often come 10:30-11:30 AM
## DON'Ts
❌ **Don't short strong stocks** - If it won't go down, don't force it
❌ **Don't fight the tape** - A stock going up can keep going up
❌ **Don't average up on losers** - Adding to losing shorts is dangerous
❌ **Don't ignore the dashboard** - It exists to help you
❌ **Don't overtrade** - Quality over quantity
❌ **Don't short into news** - Wait for the reaction first
❌ **Don't trade the first 5 minutes** - Too chaotic for reliable signals
❌ **Don't hold overnight** - Penny stock gaps can destroy accounts
❌ **Don't trade without stops** - Ever.
❌ **Don't trade on tilt** - After losses, take a break
## Optimal Trading Windows
| Time (ET) | Quality | Notes |
|-----------|---------|-------|
| 9:30-9:35 | ⭐ | Too volatile, avoid |
| 9:35-10:30 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Best shorts, morning runners exhaust |
| 10:30-11:30 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Secondary exhaustion, HOD rejections |
| 11:30-2:00 | ⭐⭐ | Midday lull, lower quality |
| 2:00-3:00 | ⭐⭐⭐ | Afternoon setups develop |
| 3:00-3:30 | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | End of day momentum |
| 3:30-4:00 | ⭐⭐ | Closing volatility, risky |
---
# Troubleshooting
## Common Issues
### "Signals aren't appearing"
- Check that the relevant system is enabled in settings
- Ensure minimum signals threshold isn't too high
- Verify the stock has sufficient volume for calculations
### "Too many false signals"
- Increase minimum signals threshold
- Use more conservative settings (see Settings section)
- Focus on stocks with cleaner price action
### "Dashboard not showing"
- Ensure "Show Signal Dashboard" is enabled
- Check that your chart has enough space
- Try a different dashboard position
### "VWAP line is missing"
- VWAP requires intraday timeframes (1m, 5m, 15m, etc.)
- VWAP resets daily; won't show on daily+ charts
- Ensure "Show VWAP Line" is enabled
### "Stop loss seems too tight/wide"
- Adjust Stop ATR Multiple in Risk Management settings
- Lower multiple = tighter stop
- Higher multiple = wider stop
### "Alerts not triggering"
- Verify alert is set to the correct indicator
- Check that alert hasn't expired
- Ensure notification settings are configured in TradingView
## Performance Optimization
If the indicator is slow:
1. Reduce the number of visual elements shown
2. Disable unused signal systems
3. Use on fewer simultaneous charts
4. Close unused browser tabs
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# Changelog
## Version 1.0 (Initial Release)
- 7 core detection systems implemented
- Real-time signal dashboard
- Automatic risk management calculations
- 7 alert conditions
- Full visual overlay system
- Comprehensive input settings
## Planned Features (Future Updates)
- Scanner integration for multi-stock screening
- Machine learning signal weighting
- Backtesting statistics panel
- Volume profile analysis
- Level 2 data integration (if available)
- Custom timeframe VWAP options
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# Support & Feedback
## Reporting Issues
When reporting issues, please include:
1. TradingView username
2. Stock symbol and timeframe
3. Screenshot of the issue
4. Your indicator settings
5. Steps to reproduce
## Feature Requests
We welcome suggestions for improving PSSP. Consider:
- What specific pattern are you trying to catch?
- How would this help your trading?
- Any reference examples?
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# Disclaimer
**IMPORTANT: This indicator is for educational and informational purposes only.**
- Past performance does not guarantee future results
- Short selling carries unlimited risk potential
- Always use proper position sizing and stop losses
- Paper trade before using real capital
- The creator assumes no liability for trading losses
- Consult a financial advisor before trading
**Trade at your own risk.**
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ApexTrend Lite
ApexTrend Lite is a directional trend band indicator designed to show market structure, trend direction, and volatility in a simple visual form.
The indicator plots a single adaptive band that changes position based on trend conditions. In bullish markets, the band appears below price. In bearish markets, the band appears above price. During sideways or low-strength conditions, the band compresses near the trend average.
The band automatically expands when volatility and trend strength increase and contracts when conditions weaken. Color intensity reflects trend strength, helping distinguish strong trends from weak or choppy periods.
The band is anchored to candle extremes, ensuring it hugs price without gaps and accurately represents market structure. ApexTrend Lite does not repaint and works across all asset classes, including equities, indices, and commodities.
This is the Lite version focused on clean visual trend context
BTC Pair Trading Scalper
The BTC Pair Trading Scalper is a comprehensive technical analysis indicator specifically designed for scalping Bitcoin on 15-minute timeframes. This indicator combines pair trading strategies with multiple technical indicators to identify high-probability entry and exit points for short-term trades.
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KEY FEATURES
✓ PAIR TRADING ANALYSIS
- Compares your BTC chart against a reference pair (default: BTCUSDT)
- Calculates real-time spread percentage between pairs
- Uses Z-Score statistical analysis for mean reversion opportunities
- Identifies divergence and correlation breakdowns
✓ MULTI-INDICATOR CONFLUENCE
- Fast EMA (9) and Slow EMA (21) for trend direction
- SMA (50) for overall trend confirmation
- RSI (14) with customizable overbought/oversold levels
- MACD for momentum analysis
- Bollinger Bands for volatility and price extremes
- ATR for volatility measurement
✓ VOLUME CONFIRMATION
- Volume moving average analysis
- Volume spike detection to validate signals
- Filters out false signals in low-volume conditions
✓ ADJUSTABLE SIGNAL SENSITIVITY
- HIGH: More frequent signals for active scalping (suitable for experienced traders)
- MEDIUM: Balanced approach with confirmed signals (recommended for most traders)
- LOW: Conservative signals with multiple confirmations (suitable for risk-averse traders)
✓ REAL-TIME DASHBOARD
Displays at-a-glance information:
- Current RSI level with color coding
- MACD trend direction
- Spread percentage between pairs
- Z-Score for mean reversion
- Volume status (High/Normal)
- Overall trend direction (UP/DOWN/NEUTRAL)
- Current ATR value for stop-loss sizing
✓ COMPREHENSIVE ALERT SYSTEM
- Buy signal alerts
- Sell signal alerts
- Spread threshold breach alerts
- Oversold condition alerts
- Overbought condition alerts
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HOW IT WORKS
SIGNAL GENERATION LOGIC
BUY SIGNALS are generated when:
- Fast EMA crosses above Slow EMA (bullish crossover)
- Price is in an uptrend (above 50 SMA)
- RSI shows bullish momentum
- MACD confirms upward momentum
- Volume spike confirms the move
- Sensitivity settings are met
SELL SIGNALS are generated when:
- Fast EMA crosses below Slow EMA (bearish crossover)
- Price is in a downtrend (below 50 SMA)
- RSI shows bearish momentum
- MACD confirms downward momentum
- Volume spike confirms the move
- Sensitivity settings are met
PAIR TRADING COMPONENT
The indicator monitors the spread between your chart and the pair symbol. When the spread deviates significantly (measured by Z-Score), it signals potential mean reversion opportunities:
- Z-Score < -1.5: Pairs have diverged, potential buy opportunity
- Z-Score > 1.5: Pairs have diverged, potential sell opportunity
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VISUAL ELEMENTS
ON-CHART DISPLAY:
- Blue line: Fast EMA (9) - Short-term trend
- Orange line: Slow EMA (21) - Medium-term trend
- Purple line: Trend SMA (50) - Long-term trend filter
- Gray bands: Bollinger Bands showing volatility
- Green "BUY" labels: Long entry signals
- Red "SELL" labels: Short entry signals
- Background tint: Green (uptrend) / Red (downtrend)
DASHBOARD (Top-Right):
Color-coded metrics for quick decision making:
- Red: Overbought/Warning conditions
- Green: Oversold/Bullish conditions
- Yellow: Neutral/Elevated conditions
- White: Normal conditions
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RECOMMENDED SETTINGS BY TRADING STYLE
AGGRESSIVE SCALPING (High Frequency)
- Signal Sensitivity: HIGH
- Timeframe: 15 minutes
- Expected trades: 5-10 per day
- Risk level: Higher
- Skill level: Advanced
BALANCED SCALPING (Recommended)
- Signal Sensitivity: MEDIUM
- Timeframe: 15 minutes
- Expected trades: 3-5 per day
- Risk level: Moderate
- Skill level: Intermediate
CONSERVATIVE SCALPING (Quality over Quantity)
- Signal Sensitivity: LOW
- Timeframe: 15 minutes
- Expected trades: 1-3 per day
- Risk level: Lower
- Skill level: Beginner to Intermediate
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BEST PRACTICES FOR SCALPING
1. RISK MANAGEMENT
- Use ATR value from dashboard to set stop-losses (1.5-2x ATR)
- Risk no more than 1-2% per trade
- Use proper position sizing
2. ENTRY STRATEGY
- Wait for volume spike confirmation
- Ensure trend alignment (dashboard shows clear UP/DOWN)
- Look for RSI confirmation (not in extreme zones for trend trades)
- Check Z-Score for pair divergence opportunities
3. EXIT STRATEGY
- Take profits at opposite signal or predetermined targets
- Use trailing stops to protect profits
- Exit if volume dries up or trend reverses
- Monitor spread returning to mean
4. MARKET CONDITIONS
- Works best in trending or ranging markets
- Less effective during major news events
- Avoid trading during extremely low volume periods
- Most active during major market sessions (NY, London, Asia)
5. PAIR SELECTION
- Use highly correlated BTC pairs (BTCUSDT, BTCUSD, BTCBUSD)
- Ensure both pairs have sufficient liquidity
- Monitor spread threshold to avoid excessive divergence
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CUSTOMIZATION OPTIONS
You can adjust all parameters to match your trading style:
PAIR TRADING
- Pair Symbol: Choose your reference BTC pair
- Spread Threshold: Set alert level for spread divergence
- Show Spread: Toggle spread display on/off
MOVING AVERAGES
- Fast EMA: Adjust for faster/slower signals
- Slow EMA: Adjust for trend confirmation
- Trend SMA: Change long-term trend filter
RSI
- RSI Length: Modify sensitivity
- Overbought/Oversold levels: Set your thresholds
MACD
- Fast/Slow/Signal lengths: Fine-tune momentum detection
BOLLINGER BANDS
- Length: Change volatility period
- Multiplier: Adjust band width
VOLUME
- Volume MA Length: Modify average period
- Volume Threshold: Set spike sensitivity
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ALERT SETUP
To receive notifications:
1. Click the "Alerts" button in TradingView
2. Select "BTC Pair Trading Scalper"
3. Choose alert type: Buy Signal, Sell Signal, Spread Alert, etc.
4. Set notification method (email, SMS, app notification)
5. Click "Create"
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IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS
⚠ This indicator is a TOOL, not a trading system
⚠ No indicator is 100% accurate - always use proper risk management
⚠ Past performance does not guarantee future results
⚠ Scalping requires quick decision-making and emotional discipline
⚠ Always backtest and paper trade before using real capital
⚠ Consider transaction costs and slippage in your strategy
⚠ This is not financial advice - trade at your own risk
Buy / Sell Volume LabelsINDICATOR NAME:
Buy/Sell Volume Labels
DESCRIPTION:
Buy/Sell Volume Labels displays real-time buying and selling volume with dynamic color-coded labels that highlight market dominance. The indicator automatically emphasizes the dominant side (buy or sell) with bright green or red backgrounds, while the non-dominant side fades to gray for instant visual clarity.
Key Features:
- Dynamic Color Coding: Dominant volume side displays in bright green (buy) or red (sell), non-dominant side in gray
- Trend Indicator: Optional "Bullish Trend", "Bearish Trend", or "Neutral" label shows current market bias
- Flexible Display Options: Choose to show percentages only, volume only, or both
- Customizable Position: Place labels anywhere on chart (top, center, bottom; left, center, right)
- Adjustable Size: Six size options from Tiny to Huge, including Auto
- Lookback Period: Calculate volume for current bar or sum across multiple bars
- Neutral Threshold: Define when market is considered neutral vs. trending
How It Works:
- The indicator calculates buying and selling volume based on where price closes within each bar's range. When buying volume dominates, the Buy label turns bright green with black text while the Sell label turns gray. When selling dominates, the Sell label turns bright red with white text while the Buy label turns gray. This makes it immediately obvious which side controls the market.
Perfect For:
- Day traders and scalpers on futures (/MNQ, /ES, /NQ)
- Identifying accumulation vs. distribution phases
- Confirming trend strength and reversals
- Quick visual assessment of market pressure
- All timeframes from tick charts to daily
Settings:
- Header location (9 positions)
- Display mode (Volume, Percent- age, or Both)
- Table size (Tiny to Huge + Auto)
- Lookback period (bars)
- Trend label toggle
- Neutral threshold percentage
Created by NPR21 for the TradingView community.
Reversal Chart Patterns DetectorDescription
📋 Overview - What the indicator does
✨ Features - 11 key features
🟢 Bullish Patterns - 5 patterns dengan emoji dan penjelasan
🔴 Bearish Patterns - 5 patterns dengan emoji dan penjelasan
✅ Confirmation System - Volume & RSI confirmation details
🛡️ Risk Management - LONG only untuk Malaysian market
🎨 Visual Elements - Labels, SMAs, lines, dashboard
⚙️ Settings - 4 kategori settings dijelaskan
🔔 Alerts - 4 alert conditions
💡 Best Practices - Trading guidelines
📝 Notes - Important usage tips
