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Master TradingView Like a Pro – Tools, Alerts, and Hidden Gems!Are you really using everything TradingView has to offer? In this video, I’m breaking down 8 powerful features inside TradingView that most traders don’t fully use — even though they can save time, improve your analysis, and help you catch better setups. Here’s what I’ll walk you through step by step: ✅ How I use Drawing Tools to map market structure ✅ Why I rarely use indicators — but why you should still know them ✅ How to scan markets fast using the Screener & Heatmap ✅ The right way to use the Economic Calendar and avoid news traps ✅ The feature I use daily: Price Alerts (a total game changer) ✅ How to practice with zero risk using Paper Trading ✅ Using Multi-Chart Layouts to watch multiple timeframes ✅ And finally — how the TradingView Community helped me grow and connect Whether you're just getting started or already experienced — this video is packed with value. Watch it till the end, and if you find it helpful — like, comment, and share it to support my work! Best, Arman Shaban
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by ArmanShabanTrading
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The Four Different Sideways TrendsIn the modern Market Structure, stocks, indexes and industry indexes move sideways or trend moving horizontally most of the time. Understanding this phenomenon and how to use it to your advantage is important to learn. There are 4 different types of price moving sideways: 1. The consolidation is a very narrow price range, often less than 5% but can be wider. The consolidation trend usually lasts a few days to a few weeks. The price action is very tight and small. Pro traders dominate consolidations usually. Price pings between a narrow price range low and high. Price is a penny spread or few pennies at most. This means the candlesticks are very very small and tightly compacted. Consolidations are relatively easy to identify on a stock chart. These pattern create a liquidity shift which an HFT AI algo discovers and triggers its automated orders to drive price up or down based on the positions the pro traders are holding. Consolidations create fast paced momentum and velocity runs that you can take advantage of IF you learn to enter the position BEFORE HFTs and then the smaller funds, retail day traders and gamblers drive price upward. You and pro traders ride the run until you see a Pro trader exit candle pattern to close the position. 2. The Platform Position sideways trend is also very precise with consistent highs and lows. These are the realm of the Dark Pools hidden accumulation and if you are trying to day trade a platform then it will whipsaw and cause losses. The width is too narrow for day trading. The platform is about 10% of the price in width. Platforms form after a market has had a correction and numerous stocks are building bottoms. Once the bottom completes and the Dark Pools recognize that the stock price is below fundamental levels the Dark Pool raise their buy zone price range to a new level. Often HFTs gap up a stock and then Dark Pools resume their hidden accumulation at that higher level. The goal is to enter just before the HFT gap up to the new fundamental level for swing or day trading. Platforms offer low risk and the position can be held for weeks or months generating excellent income with minimal time for busy trades who do not have the time to swing trade. Platforms are also good for swing traders if they time their entry correctly. 3. Sideways trends are a mix of retail investors and retail day traders, smaller funds managers and sometimes Dark Pools hidden within the wider sideways trend. These trends with the wider mix of market participants have inconsistent highs and lows which often times causes retail day traders losses as they do not understand the dynamics of the wide sideways trend. These sideways trends are more than 10% and as wide as 20% of the stock price. 4. The Trading Range is the hardest to trade and often causes the most losses as frequently the trading range is so wide it is not easily recognized on the daily charts but is visible and obvious on a weekly chart. The inconsistent highs and lows within the very wide trading range cause problems and losses for most day and swing retail traders. The size differential of each sideways trend tells you WHO is in control of price and how to trade it for maximum profits, lower risk, and to make trading fun rather than harder.
BCBA:SPYEducation
by MarthaStokesCMT-TechniTrader
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Explaining Fibonacci Retracement/Extension levelsThis video is designed to help teach you why I use the Fibonacci Defense levels as components of price action and how I use Fibonacci retracement/extension levels (related to previous market trends). Remember, the three components of price action are TIME, PRICE, & ENERGY. If you don't understand how price is structured before attempting to use Fibonacci concepts, it's almost like trying to throw darts blindfolded. You must break down the previous trends in order to try to understand what is happening with current price trends (expansion/contraction/phases). Watch this video and I hope it helps all of you understand what the markets are doing and how to use Fibonacci Retracement/Extension levels more efficiently. All types of technical analysis are validation tools - not guarantees. The only thing we get out of technical analysis is a way to validate or invalidate our expectations. A or B. Nothing else. Get some. #trading #research #investing #tradingalgos #tradingsignals #cycles #fibonacci #elliotwave #modelingsystems #stocks #bitcoin #btcusd #cryptos #spy #gold #nq #investing #trading #spytrading #spymarket #tradingmarket #stockmarket #silver
CAPITALCOM:US100Education
by BradMatheny
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Boom and Crash Strategy on tradingview – Smart Money ConceptTrading Boom and Crash indices can be exciting, but also very challenging. These synthetic assets are designed with volatility in mind. Boom creates sudden upward spikes, while Crash produces sharp downward spikes. For most traders, these spikes feel random, but when you understand market structure and timing, they actually make sense. In this post, I want to share a detailed Boom and Crash trading strategy based on smart money concepts (SMC). This is not about chasing every spike or relying on heavy indicators. Instead, it’s about learning how the market moves, spotting liquidity traps, and waiting for the right confirmations before entering. Why Boom and Crash Are Different Unlike forex pairs or crypto assets, Boom and Crash follow an internal synthetic engine created by Deriv. This means: They run 24/7 without downtime. There are no external fundamentals moving them — only programmed volatility. Spikes are built into their behavior. Because of this, traditional technical analysis alone often leads to frustration. Many traders try to scalp spikes randomly and end up losing accounts. What works better is combining price action with smart money concepts to create rules for when and where to trade. Core Elements of the Strategy Here’s the step-by-step structure of the strategy explained in my video: 1. Liquidity Grab Markets often move to take out stop-loss clusters before reversing. On Boom and Crash, this is even clearer — you’ll see price sweep recent highs or lows with a sudden spike. That’s your signal that the market is preparing to move the other way. 2. Supply and Demand Zones Instead of chasing every candle, mark out zones where price previously moved aggressively. These are institutional footprints. When price comes back to test these zones, you prepare for entries. 3. Fractal Confirmation Don’t enter immediately when price touches your zone. Wait for confirmation — such as a smaller structure break, rejection wick, or micro liquidity grab. This reduces false entries. 4. 1-Minute and 5-Minute Setups The Boom and Crash 1-minute strategy is for scalpers who want quick profits, but I recommend checking the 5-minute chart for context. Using both keeps you aligned with short-term opportunities while respecting the bigger picture. 5. Best Times to Trade Timing matters. Even though Boom and Crash are open 24/7, volatility has cycles. Trading during low-volume windows (when fewer spikes are engineered) often produces smoother moves and cleaner setups. Example Setup Imagine Boom 1000 is consolidating near a previous high. Suddenly, it spikes above that high, grabbing liquidity. Instead of buying the spike, you mark the supply zone left behind. When price returns to test that zone, you wait for confirmation (a break of structure on the 1-minute chart). That’s your entry for a short, riding the move down safely. This method works because you’re trading with the market’s intention, not against it. Risk Management No strategy works without discipline. For Boom and Crash especially, lot size and stop loss make the difference between growing an account and blowing one. Risk no more than 2% per trade. Always set a stop loss, even if it’s mental. Take profits at clear liquidity pools instead of holding forever. Remember, consistency matters more than catching every big spike. Why This Strategy Works The beauty of this strategy is that it simplifies trading Boom and Crash. Instead of chasing random spikes, you’re reading the “story” of the market: where liquidity is, where institutions are positioned, and when the reversal is most likely. It also gives confidence. Many traders hesitate to enter because Boom and Crash look unpredictable. With this method, you have rules: Wait for liquidity grab. Mark supply/demand. Confirm with structure. Enter with controlled risk. My Journey With Boom & Crash When I first started with Boom and Crash, I made the same mistakes most traders do. I tried scalping every spike, opening too many positions, and hoping luck would carry me. Accounts got blown faster than they were funded. It wasn’t until I studied price action and smart money concepts that things changed. I realized Boom and Crash don’t need dozens of indicators. They just need patience, timing, and a structured plan. This strategy is the result of testing, failing, refining, and testing again. Now it’s the backbone of how I approach synthetic indices. Key Takeaways Don’t chase every spike — let the market grab liquidity first. Focus on supply and demand zones for cleaner entries. Use 1-minute for scalps, 5-minute for context. Trade during stable sessions for less noise. Protect your account with strict risk management. Final Thoughts Boom and Crash can either be a trader’s nightmare or a powerful opportunity. It all depends on how you approach them. With a structured strategy based on smart money concepts, you don’t have to guess — you simply wait for the market to show its hand. If you’re serious about trading these indices, I encourage you to watch the full video breakdown. It walks through chart examples, entry setups, and risk management in detail.
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by FrankFx14
How Institutions Trade with Smart Money ConceptMost traders lose because they don’t understand how the big players (banks & institutions) actually move the markets. Institutions don’t rely on RSI, MACD, or retail indicators — they move billions with Smart Money Concept (SMC), targeting retail stop losses and fueling big moves. In this video, I break down: ✅ Market Structure – how institutions decide direction ✅ Liquidity Grabs – stop hunts that trap retail traders ✅ Order Blocks & Fair Value Gaps – where banks enter positions ✅ Step-by-step Institutional Playbook you can follow 💡 Key Idea: Institutions create the moves retail traders chase. By following market structure, liquidity pools, and order blocks, you can trade WITH the smart money — not against it. 📊 Example Inside the Video: Real chart breakdown (XAUUSD & EURUSD) Spotting liquidity pools (equal highs/lows) Entry after market structure shift Risk-to-reward setup like institutions If you want to stop trading like retail and start trading like the banks, this is for you. 📌 Hashtags (for reach): #SmartMoneyConcept #ForexTrading #FrankFx #LiquidityGrab #OrderBlock #SMCStrategy #TradingView
OANDA:XAUUSDEducation
by FrankFx14
Liquidity Grab Strategy | Smart Money ConceptHave you ever had your stop loss hunted before price moved in your direction? That’s called a Liquidity Grab — one of the most powerful setups in Smart Money Concept (SMC). In this video, I break down: What Liquidity Grab really means 📊 How institutions use stop hunts to fuel big moves 🏦 Step-by-step guide to trade liquidity grabs profitably Real chart example on XAUUSD with 1:5 Risk-Reward setup 💰 📌 Why Watch This Video? Stop chasing false breakouts 🚫 Learn to spot liquidity pools (double tops/bottoms) ✅ Understand confirmation entries after the grab 🎯 Trade with Smart Money, not against it ⚡ 🔗 Watch Full Video Here: Liquidity Grab Strategy | Smart Money Concept 📈 Chart Highlight (From Video) Equal highs formed → liquidity pool created Price spiked above → retail stops hunted Market reversed with momentum → clean entry after structure shift This is exactly how institutions move the market. Knowing this gives you the edge most retail traders miss. ⚡ Key Takeaway Liquidity Grabs are not manipulation against you — they’re opportunities. Flip the script: enter with institutions, not against them. 📌 Tags #SmartMoneyConcept #LiquidityGrab #ForexTrading #XAUUSD #SMC #SupplyAndDemand
BITSTAMP:BTCUSDEducation
by FrankFx14
Smart Money Concepts LuxAlgo: Trade Like InstitutionsMost traders lose money because they buy and sell randomly. Smart Money Concepts (SMC) changes that by focusing on how big institutions actually move the market — using order blocks, liquidity grabs, supply & demand, and fair value gaps. Now, imagine combining SMC with LuxAlgo’s Smart Money Concepts indicator on TradingView. This tool automatically marks out order blocks, liquidity levels, and imbalances, making it much easier to spot high-probability setups. 🔹 Key Points Covered in My Video What Smart Money Concepts really mean How LuxAlgo highlights order blocks, liquidity sweeps & FVGs Step-by-step trade confirmation using SMC + LuxAlgo Real chart examples for forex, gold, and indices If you’re tired of trading blind and want to understand the market like institutions do, this video is for you. 👉 Watch the full video here 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to my channel FrankFx for more trading tutorials and SMC strategies. #SmartMoneyConcepts #LuxAlgo #Forex #XAUUSD #OrderBlocks #Liquidity #FairValueGap #FrankFx
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by FrankFx14
Exploring Supply and Demand in Financial MarketsIn this video, I discuss the concept of supply and demand and its relevance in today’s markets. Price behavior is often shaped by areas where buying and selling pressures are concentrated, and recognizing these dynamics can provide valuable insights into market movement. 📌 Key Highlights The role of supply and demand in market structure How institutional activity shapes price zones Practical examples from recent charts Why these concepts remain central to market analysis This video is designed for traders and investors who want a deeper understanding of how markets respond to imbalances between buyers and sellers. 🔖 Hashtags for Reach #SupplyAndDemand #MarketAnalysis #TradingView #Forex #Investing #FinancialMarkets #PriceAction
OANDA:XAUUSDEducation
by FrankFx14
MEMEFİUSDT CHART ANALYSİS WHAT IS A CRYPTO WALLET? Cryptocurrency wallets, or simply crypto wallets, are places where traders store secure digital codes needed to interact with a blockchain. They do not actively store your cryptocurrencies despite what their name may lead you to believe. Crypto wallets need to locate the crypto associated with your address in the blockchain, which is why they must interact with it. In fact, crypto wallets are not as much a wallet as they are ledgers: They function as an owner’s identity and account on a blockchain network and provide access to transaction history.
MEducation
by EngineeringRobo
Understanding Trend Reversals: Switch Levels & Peak Formations EAs traders, one of our biggest challenges is identifying the trend and recognizing when it's rolling over to form a peak formation. In this video, I’ll give you a quick yet powerful introduction to the theory behind switch levels and peak formations — key concepts for understanding trend strength, spotting reversal zones, and determining when a high or low is potentially locked in. Whether you’re a beginner or refining your strategy, this video will help you better develop your bias by recognizing when a trend is losing momentum. 📌 Topics Covered: What are Switch Levels? Identifying Peak Formations How to Confirm a Locked-In High or Low Reading Trend Strength and Shift Signals
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by TC888
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From Fakeout to Takeoff: How the V-Pattern REALLY WorksEver seen a support level break, only for the price to rocket back up in a V-shape? That’s the V-Pattern in action! In this post, Skeptic from Skeptic Lab breaks down the step-by-step mechanics of this powerful setup. From the fakeout that traps short sellers to the surge of buy orders from liquidations, you’ll learn exactly how buyers flip the script and create explosive reversals. Perfect for traders looking to spot high-probability setups. Join me to decode the markets—check out the steps and level up your trading game!
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by SkepticLab
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Risk Capacity: The Real Reason Traders Blow Accounts | Ep. 4In this pre-recorded video, I unpack one of the most overlooked reasons why traders blow their accounts over and over again, and it’s not about your system, strategy, or signal. It’s about risk capacity, the internal threshold your nervous system can handle before fear, greed, or shutdown kicks in. This is part of my ongoing series on YouTube “Rebuilding the Trader Within”, where I reflect on the emotional and psychological dimensions of trading that no indicator can fix. If you've ever found yourself repeating the same mistakes, feeling stuck at the same equity level, or losing composure in high-stakes trades... this might be the pattern underneath it all. I'm still learning too, and I’d love to hear your thoughts. Drop a comment — let’s grow together. #RiskCapacity #TradingPsychology #TraderMindset #RebuildingTheTraderWithin #ForexMentorship #TraderGrowth #InnerWork #ForexPsychology
TVC:GOLDEducation
by darcsherry
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ETH - BTC ETF News: What It Means for the Market+ China Rumors 🚨 ETH - BTC ETF News: What It Means for the Market + China Rumors 💥🌐 July just ended with a crypto bombshell 💣 — and the market is barely reacting. Let’s break it down: 🧠 One part hard news. 🌀 One part geopolitical smoke. 🎯 All parts worth watching if you care about macro market shifts. 🏛️ SEC Approves Real BTC & ETH for ETF Flows (July 29) Say goodbye to the cash-only ETF model. The SEC now allows direct in-kind creation/redemption of Bitcoin and Ethereum in ETFs. That means providers like BlackRock, Fidelity, VanEck can now use actual BTC/ETH, not just synthetic tracking. ✅ Bullish Impact: 💰 Real Spot Demand: ETF inflows = real crypto buying 🔄 Efficient Arbitrage: No middle step via cash = faster flows 🧱 TradFi + Crypto Merge: ETFs now settle with crypto — not just track it 🎯 Better Price Accuracy: Spot ETFs reflect true market value more cleanly 📉 The market reaction? Mild. But don’t get it twisted — this is a structural reset, not a meme pump. ⚠️ But There’s a Bearish Angle: 🏦 Centralized Custody: Crypto now lives in Coinbase, Fireblocks vaults ⚠️ Network Risks: ETF performance now tied to ETH/BTC uptime 🧑‍⚖️ Regulatory Overreach: More hooks into validator networks, MEV relays 🌊 Volatility Risk: Panic redemptions = real BTC/ETH sold into open markets Still, this is good news for Ethereum in particular. Why? Because ETH isn’t just money — it’s infrastructure. And now Wall Street is finally using it, not just watching it. 🇨🇳 And Then There’s China… Rumor or Tumor? Crypto Twitter is swirling with unconfirmed whispers from July 29 that China may be prepping a major Bitcoin statement ahead of the BRICS summit. But let’s be clear: 🚨 It’s a rumor. Or a tumor. 🧠 And like many tumors in crypto — there’s a 40% chance it brings bad news. 🤕 Still, here’s what’s being floated: 🧠 Speculations Include: 🔓 BTC re-legalization in “special finance zones” (HK-style) 🏦 BTC in national reserves (!) 🤖 CBDC integration or smart contract interoperability ⚒️ Return of official state-backed Bitcoin mining 🧯 But no official sources. Just geopolitics + timing. China’s FUD/FOMO pattern is Bitcoin tradition — don’t get trapped by hopium. But if even half of it is true... buckle up. 📈 Ethereum Leads the Charge — But Watch These Alts: If ETFs go fully crypto-native, some sectors light up 🔥 🔹 1. Ethereum Layer 2s (ARB, OP, BASE) → ETF gas pressure = L2 scaling demand 🔹 2. DeFi Protocols (UNI, AAVE, LDO) → TradFi liquidity meets on-chain utility 🔹 3. ETH Staking Derivatives (LDO, RPL) → Institutions want yield = LSD narrative grows 🔹 4. Oracles (LINK) → ETFs need trusted on-chain data = Chainlink shines 🔹 5. BTC on ETH Bridges (ThorChain, tBTC) → If BTC flows into ETH-based ETFs, bridges light up 🚫 What I will Avoid: ❌ Memecoins – zero relevance to ETF flows ❌ GameFi – not part of TradFi’s roadmap ❌ Ghost Layer 1s – no users, no narrative, no pump 🧠 My Take: ETH is building momentum toward $4,092 — the third breakout attempt on your 1-2-3 model. 🔥 The fuse is lit. Target? $6,036 Timing? Unknown. But structure is in place. Meanwhile, Bitcoin Dominance is rising. ETH is shining. Solana — while powerful — continues paying the price for memecoin madness 💀 We’re entering a new phase — where ETFs settle with real crypto , China watches the stage, and macro money is warming up behind the curtain. So stack smart. Study the flows. Don’t let silence fool you — the biggest moves come after the news fades. One Love, The FX PROFESSOR 💙 Disclosure: I am happy to be part of the Trade Nation's Influencer program and receive a monthly fee for using their TradingView charts in my analysis. Awesome broker, where the trader really comes first! 🌟🤝📈
CRYPTO:ETHUSDEducation
by FX_Professor
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