Quarterly Theory ICT 01 [TradingFinder] XAMD + Q1-Q4 Sessions🔵 Introduction
The Quarterly Theory ICT indicator is an advanced analytical system based on the concepts of ICT (Inner Circle Trader) and fractal time. It divides time into quarterly periods and accurately determines entry and exit points for trades by using the True Open as the starting point of each cycle. This system is applicable across various time frames including annual, monthly, weekly, daily, and even 90-minute sessions.
Time is divided into four quarters: in the first quarter (Q1), which is dedicated to the Accumulation phase, the market is in a consolidation state, laying the groundwork for a new trend; in the second quarter (Q2), allocated to the Manipulation phase (also known as Judas Swing), sudden price changes and false moves occur, marking the true starting point of a trend change; the third quarter (Q3) is dedicated to the Distribution phase, during which prices are broadly distributed and price volatility peaks; and the fourth quarter (Q4), corresponding to the Continuation/Reversal phase, either continues or reverses the previous trend.
By leveraging smart algorithms and technical analysis, this system identifies optimal price patterns and trading positions through the precise detection of stop-run and liquidity zones.
With the division of time into Q1 through Q4 and by incorporating key terms such as Quarterly Theory ICT, True Open, Accumulation, Manipulation (Judas Swing), Distribution, Continuation/Reversal, ICT, fractal time, smart algorithms, technical analysis, price patterns, trading positions, stop-run, and liquidity, this system enables traders to identify market trends and make informed trading decisions using real data and precise analysis.
♦ Important Note :
This indicator and the "Quarterly Theory ICT" concept have been developed based on material published in primary sources, notably the articles on Daye( traderdaye ) and Joshuuu . All copyright rights are reserved.
🔵 How to Use
The Quarterly Theory ICT strategy is built on dividing time into four distinct periods across various time frames such as annual, monthly, weekly, daily, and even 90-minute sessions. In this approach, time is segmented into four quarters, during which the phases of Accumulation, Manipulation (Judas Swing), Distribution, and Continuation/Reversal appear in a systematic and recurring manner.
The first segment (Q1) functions as the Accumulation phase, where the market consolidates and lays the foundation for future movement; the second segment (Q2) represents the Manipulation phase, during which prices experience sudden initial changes, and with the aid of the True Open concept, the real starting point of the market’s movement is determined; in the third segment (Q3), the Distribution phase takes place, where prices are widely dispersed and price volatility reaches its peak; and finally, the fourth segment (Q4) is recognized as the Continuation/Reversal phase, in which the previous trend either continues or reverses.
This strategy, by harnessing the concepts of fractal time and smart algorithms, enables precise analysis of price patterns across multiple time frames and, through the identification of key points such as stop-run and liquidity zones, assists traders in optimizing their trading positions. Utilizing real market data and dividing time into Q1 through Q4 allows for a comprehensive and multi-level technical analysis in which optimal entry and exit points are identified by comparing prices to the True Open.
Thus, by focusing on keywords like Quarterly Theory ICT, True Open, Accumulation, Manipulation, Distribution, Continuation/Reversal, ICT, fractal time, smart algorithms, technical analysis, price patterns, trading positions, stop-run, and liquidity, the Quarterly Theory ICT strategy acts as a coherent framework for predicting market trends and developing trading strategies.
🔵b]Settings
Cycle Display Mode: Determines whether the cycle is displayed on the chart or on the indicator panel.
Show Cycle: Enables or disables the display of the ranges corresponding to each quarter within the micro cycles (e.g., Q1/1, Q1/2, Q1/3, Q1/4, etc.).
Show Cycle Label: Toggles the display of textual labels for identifying the micro cycle phases (for example, Q1/1 or Q2/2).
Table Display Mode: Enables or disables the ability to display cycle information in a tabular format.
Show Table: Determines whether the table—which summarizes the phases (Q1 to Q4)—is displayed.
Show More Info: Adds additional details to the table, such as the name of the phase (Accumulation, Manipulation, Distribution, or Continuation/Reversal) or further specifics about each cycle.
🔵 Conclusion
Quarterly Theory ICT provides a fractal and recurring approach to analyzing price behavior by dividing time into four quarters (Q1, Q2, Q3, and Q4) and defining the True Open at the beginning of the second phase.
The Accumulation, Manipulation (Judas Swing), Distribution, and Continuation/Reversal phases repeat in each cycle, allowing traders to identify price patterns with greater precision across annual, monthly, weekly, daily, and even micro-level time frames.
Focusing on the True Open as the primary reference point enables faster recognition of potential trend changes and facilitates optimal management of trading positions. In summary, this strategy, based on ICT principles and fractal time concepts, offers a powerful framework for predicting future market movements, identifying optimal entry and exit points, and managing risk in various trading conditions.
Komut dosyalarını "session" için ara
Indian Market Sessions for BacktestingThis indicator is designed to increase the quality of your backtesting in the Indian Market.
NSE & BSE run from 9:15 am IST to 3:30 pm IST.
Naturally different times have different kinds of volatility.
On your chart you will find premarked -
Saffron - 9:15 am to 10:30 am - Opening Session - High Volatility Observed Historically
White - 10:35 am to 2:25 pm - Middle Session - Lower Volatility Observed Historically
Green - 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm - Closing Session - Medium to High Volatility Observed Historically
You will also find the start of each session marked with an arrow.
Feel free to change the times from the input settings and the color and visibility from the style settings.
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Usage:
When you backtest any strategies, say moving average crossovers, also mark the sessions in your sheet which will help you further increase accuracy.
Feel free to drop your doubts in the comments.
ATR+ Advanced Sessions ATR for DaterangeATR+ Advanced Sessions ATR for Daterange
The ATR+ adds the following additional filters to the stock ATR indicator by Tradingview:
- Calculates the overall average ATR for a user defined daterange, optionally filtered by trading session and selected weekdays, presented as a secondary line over the standard ATR line.
- Basic ATR line, with colour highlight to indicate the selected sessions, days and timeframe being calculated by the average ATR+ line.
- Average ATR+ line indicating the average of all ATRs within the defined timeframe, optionally filtered by instances of a selected trading session and selected weekdays.
- Customisable appearance.
- The ATR+ also includes the basic ATR configuration options typically found in the standard ATR by Tradingview, including period length and smoothing type. Defaults are set to the factory standards: 14 length, RMA smoothing type.
What Is the Average True Range (ATR)?
The ATR is a technical analysis tool that measures market volatility by decomposing the entire range asset price for that period. Investopedia describes the ATR as follows:
"The average true range (ATR) is a technical analysis indicator, introduced by market technician J. Welles Wilder Jr. in his book New Concepts in Technical Trading Systems, that measures market volatility by decomposing the entire range of an asset price for that period.
The true range indicator is taken as the greatest of the following: current high less the current low; the absolute value of the current high less the previous close; and the absolute value of the current low less the previous close. The ATR is then a moving average, generally using 14 days, of the true ranges."
For more information on the ATR and its calculations and use cases, see here:
Investopedia link here.
Tradingview link here.
Note
The indicator may time out if the number of bars being calculated is too long. If this happens, you will need to reduce the datetime range, or increase the chart timeframe in order to reduce the number of bars being calculated and the indicator will attempt to recalculate.
Market Maker Session TimesThis indicator is design to mark out the session times for the Market Maker Method. All times are on NY time however you do not need to change your personal timezone.
The colours are also changeable, here's what the standard version are:
Asia Session - Green
UK Session - Yellow
US Session - Red
Dead Zone - Grey
30 Second Futures Session Open RangeThis indicator displays 30 second opening ranges from Globex, Europe, and RTH sessions.
From the RTH session range, it also displays infinitely generating Price Targets based on a % of the opening range size.
I am retrieving the 30 second data using the new "request.security_lower_tf()" function.
The importance of these levels is based on the idea that when the market opens, algorithms establish their positions within the first 30 seconds.
These areas can also be seen as potential areas of support and resistance throughout the sessions.
Enjoy!
ICT NY Futures Indices Session Model - YT New York MentorshipThis indicator plots out the time periods and open lines as outlined in ICT's 2022 Mentorship and is designed specifically for the New York futures trading session.
Time zone is set to GMT-4 (NY) by default but can be changed for accommodate daylight saving in the menu.
Please note this indicator is to be used only on the 30min timeframe and below.
Here are its features:
The background color shows the morning session, in two parts (8.30am to 9.30am and 9.30am to 11.30am), then a two hour gap for lunch (ICT calls this "Dead time") and finally, the afternoon session, also to two (1.30pm to 3pm and 3pm to 4pm).
It not only shows the current killzones, but future zones as well.
These times are important; trades can be framed within these zones as taught in the mentorship.
Next are the open lines. These lines are automatically plotted and can be areas for price to react off of; they are the opening price of a candle at these times:
00.00 (New York Midnight, also known as "True Day Open")
8.30am (New York Equities pre-open)
9.30am (New York Equities open)
2.00am (London Stock Exchange open)
And lastly, London's trading session High and Low are projected forward onto the New York trading session.
These two price points are areas of liquidity that were pooled during London, but they can also often set the high or low of the day.
Please let me know if there are any bugs or if you have suggestions for the next update.
Crypto / Fx SessionsTrading sessions for crypto markets - the major time segments: London, NYC, Beijing. Times are set in UTC.
Quick experiment for now, may be edited.
More granular data around session breaks for these time zones at www.altcointrading.net or as CSVs daily updated on Keybase keybase.pub
NRD Sessions Basic FunctionsThis script is an extension and modification of a popular BackGround color script.
Added
1. Style and programming standards to make is easier to read and modify
2. broke out Asia to Sydney and Tokyo Sessions
3. added override to show ICT Kill zones for London and New York
4. Made all this configurable via settings Menu
Enjoy
watch this space as I intend to do more complex session scripts to allow for High and Lows and Mondays too :-)
Horizontal Sessions - B A N K $This is a simple indicator that has been designed to aid intraday trading and has only 1 function;
Information ℹ️
This indicator prints Horizontal Lines in a separate chart pane above/below for the 3 main session killzones in the markets; Asia, London & New York + Optimal Exit Time.
The indicator is only visible up to and including the 1h timeframe.
Settings ⚙️
The default timings are set to perfectly align with each session killzone however the Start & End times for each session can be changed in the settings.
You can change the colour & line thickness of the horizontal lines in the settings.
Globbex Session IdTThis indicator allows you to visualize a specific period of time, marking the maximums and minimums they have had.
Additionally, it marks the change of day (NY Time).
The base configuration that the Indicator brings, shows the Globbex session, obtaining the maximum and minimum that it has had.
Marks the London/NY Session Intersection.
Settings
Inputs
Session
Globbex Session Idt
• From HH:MM
• To HH:MM
Globbex Session Check box
o Shows or Hide Session
Display Hour
• Mark - Number of hours after Globbex Session Ends
• We use it to shows the London/NY Session Intersection
Timezone Offset UTC – 4 NY
DIVIDERS
Daily Divider Check box
Style
Background Color checkbox
o Shows or Hide Session
o Can choose the background color
Globbex Low checkbox
o Shows or Hide Low Line
o Can choose the Low Line color
Globbex High checkbox
o Shows or Hide High Line
o Can choose the High Line color
Tradesharpe Session BiasThis script is designed for traders who want help defining their session bias it is for people who trade in sessions which will most likely be 1 4h candle. The way I trade using Price action to get my daily bias, to either look for sells or buys or both I look at the previous daily candle close and previous 4hr candle close before analyzing the structure on the lower time frames to get my session bias of bullish/bearish. so this indicator compares the daily and 4hr candles to develop a bias for example
previous daily bullish + Previous 4hr Bullish = BULLISH BIAS
previous daily Bearish + Previous 4hr Bearish = BEARISH BIAS
if Daily bullish 4hr bearish = MIXED SESSION
if daily bearish 4hr bullish = MIXED SESSION
MIXED SESSION = Can argue both buys and sells
BEARISH SESSION = Best to look for Sells only based on my trading style
BULLISH SESSION = Best to look for Buys only based on my trading style
ryantrad3s session highs and lowsThis indicator allows you find London Session and Asia Session highs and lows without marking them yourself. This indicator can also help you find good draws on liquidity for the day and potential highs and lows you can target during that trading day. I recommend trading NQ and ES with this indicator because that's what I seen it work best with. The blue lines are London Session high and low and the red lines are Asia Session high and low. Hope this can save you time marking out your chart before market open.
B A N K $ - Advanced Session RangesThis is a simple indicator that has been designed to aid intraday trading and has a few components;
Key Features
Session Ranges + Optimal Exit Time
Asia Pip Range
New York Midnight Open Line
Session Ranges + Optimal Exit Time
Information ℹ️
This is a visual depiction of the 3 main sessions in the markets. Asia, London & New York. The default timings are set to perfectly align with each session however the Start & End times for each session can be changed in the settings. (I've added a website on the tooltip to easily convert timezones)
I have also added a 4th session range called "Optimal Exit Time". This is statistically the most probable time window for the opposite High / Low of Day to form is within this window. It helps the trader understand when they should look to take profit.
How It Works 🔑
The indicator automatically maps on two lines for the High & Low of the range between the selected Start & End time, it also colours the background.
The individual lines & background can be toggled & customised to the traders preference.
Asia Pip Range
Information ℹ️
This displays the Asia Range in pips beneath the Asia Session Low.
How It Works 🔑
This calculates the distance between the Asia High - Asia Low in pips. It will automatically recalibrate to the timings the trader sets in the settings if they change the Start / End.
New York Midnight Open Line
Information ℹ️
This helps look for Buys beneath the line for a Bullish Expansion day 📈 & Sells above the line for a Bearish Expansion day 📉
How It Works 🔑
This adds a horizontal line to the chart that is anchored to New York Midnight Open (00:00) by default. It can be changed in the settings in required. You can also toggle on the time being shown above the line.
Forex Session by PThis session indicator is set according to UTC+5:30 (Kolkata, India)
L = London
N = New York
T= Tokyo
FF = Frankfurt
NYSE = New York Stock Exchange
Square in Bottom
With characters are Start of the Session
Without Characters are End of the Session specified with the color.
Example - Custom Defined Dual-State SessionThis script example aims to cover the following:
defining custom timeframe / session windows
gather a price range from the custom period ( high/low values )
create a secondary "holding" period through which to display the data collected from the initial session
simple method to shift times to re-align to preferred timezone
Articles and further reading:
www.investopedia.com - trading session
Reason for Study:
Educational purposes only.
Before considering writing this example I had seen multiple similar questions
asking how to go about creating custom timeframes or sessions, so it seemed
this might be a good topic to attempt to create a relatively generic example.
Trading Session Candles [NeoButane]█ OVERVIEW
Display candlesticks for the selected session, regular or extended.
█ CONFIGURATION
Options to change include displaying the regular or extended session, timezone, session hours, and session days.
█ CONCEPTS
Meant for charts with longer trading sessions or to view only extended hours trading action on US stocks that have afterhours available.
█ Notes
For trading days, '23456' refers to Monday to Friday.
NSDT Session Background ShadingA simple script to add background colors to specific timeframes. Great for trading futures so you can separate sessions for easier viewing. Use for stocks to separate pre, open, and post market times.
There are three timeframes that can be set and all colors can be modified.
Cryptocurrencies World SessionsEste indicador cambia los colores del fondo para identificar zonas horarias relacionadas con las sesiones de trading en criptomonedas.
Se muestran las sesiones de: America (Nueva York), Europa (Londres) y Korea (Seúl)
Además de mostrar la duración de la sesión, se pueden configurar intervalos para resaltar (en minutos): Antes de la apertura, después de la apertura y antes del cierre.
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This indicators show background colours to identify world timezones about to cryptocurrencies trading sessions
These sessions are shown: USA (New York), Europe (London) and Korea (Seoul).
In addition to show the duration of the session, you can set intervals to be highlighted (in minutes): Before opening, after opening, before closing.
Fx Session RangeHello traders ,as you know the session timing plays a major role in trade execution.
I was searching for a good session indicator for a very long time but I was not satisfied with the indicators which are already available on Trading view. So I decided to code one my self.
This indicator is based on the timing provided by the website www.forex.timezoneconverter.com and time is set according to Ney York time zone.
I have added almost all major sessions including (Sydney , Tokyo and Frankfurt) and almost all features which I could.
I hope you guys 👍this indicator .
Incase you notice any bug or want any features added, let me know in comment section or you can Dm me as well.
Thank you all , enjoy :D
Trading sessions, Ichimoku and Classic Pivots█ OVERVIEW
This a self contained intraday trading style for crypto/forex made to be on and traded on 15-min.
This Script Creates a box around each major session to a trading range, include highlights for the first 12 15-min candles, classic Pivot points and ichimoku cloud.
█ CONCEPTS
1 — Session boxes and ranges are based of the times from Steve from Beat the market maker, and you have the option in setting to have an extension for the high/low until the start of the next box calculation.
2 — 12 candle window, this marks the first 3 hours after a open;
The first hour - stop hunt
The second hour - big moves
The third hour - tend continuation or reversal
3 — The Days of the weeks are labelled and coloured;
Weekends are in grey, ideally no trade days.
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday are green, to mark the week days
Wednesday is red to be mindful of mid week reversal
Friday is red to mark the end of week
4 — Ichimoku cloud, by default the only thing visible is the kumo cloud, but in setting you can turn the line back on. Ichimoku proves a great mark for areas to look for support and resistances.
5 — Lastly, you have classic pivots, by default they are extend to the right and on weekly, Each level act as support and resistance. Look for Bullish momentum at R3 for a larger moves to the upside.
Ichimoku and the pivot are here mainly for when you want to do higher time frame analysis.
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• HOW TO USE
Example of a trade
**Key thing to remember is London will set the high in a down trend and the low in an up trend
you can see the first hour look for stops and stopped at 50% of the range set coming into the session, the second hour a big move to the down side hitting 200% expansion then the third hour reversal stopping wick up then
back down from from London low. before continuing down.
• LIMITATIONS: I have not test this on Stock, as I have a different strategies for those market
• NOTES : I know a lot of people have moving averages on their chart, I have another separate one with all MA types, and it something that will not fit into one script, Other things you can add with this Bollinger bands, and
fib tool with 50%, 100%, 150% and 200%
Yesterday's RTH&ON sessions OHLCsThe indicator plots the OHLC levels of both trading sessions of the day before: the overnight session and the Regular Trading Hours.
bitpul Sessions + sma [MHMK]Background colors that show open-close of the major market sessions ( Tokyo, London, joint time, New York, free time).
I added two sma to get more confirmation for the reversal - You can hide smas
Timezone Sessions IndicatorBasic timezones and sessions indicator
I have mine collapsed down to a minimum height and it serves only to indicate the time in a more visual way.