OPEN-SOURCE SCRIPT
Updated Momentum Candle by DNDFX
Momentum Candle v2 is a simple yet powerful indicator designed to detect strong momentum candles based on candle body size and the ratio between the body and total wick.
This indicator is ideal for traders who focus on:
Momentum trading
Breakout strategies
XAUUSD (Gold) scalping
Supply & Demand / Smart Money Concepts (SMC) confirmation
🔧 How the Indicator Works
The indicator analyzes each candle and classifies it as a Bullish Momentum or Bearish Momentum candle when these conditions are met:
✅ The candle body exceeds the minimum size
✅ The total wick is smaller compared to the body
✅ The Body-to-Wick ratio meets the strength filter
Visual signals include:
Green background for bullish momentum
Red background for bearish momentum
Up/Down triangle markers as entry guidance
⚙️ Customizable Parameters
Min Body Size (Points) – Sets the minimum candle body size
Min Body : Wick Ratio – Controls how dominant the body is compared to the wicks
All parameters can be optimized according to your trading style and timeframe.
✅ Best Use Cases
This indicator is useful for:
Breakout confirmation
Momentum validation
Filtering false breakouts
Scalping and intraday trading on XAUUSD
🧠 Trading Tips
For better accuracy, combine this indicator with:
Support & Resistance
Supply & Demand zones
Break of Structure (BOS) / CHoCH
Best performance on M5 – H1 timeframes.
⚠️ DISCLAIMER
This indicator is a supporting tool, not a guaranteed profit system. Always apply proper risk management. You are fully responsible for your trading decisions.
This indicator is ideal for traders who focus on:
Momentum trading
Breakout strategies
XAUUSD (Gold) scalping
Supply & Demand / Smart Money Concepts (SMC) confirmation
🔧 How the Indicator Works
The indicator analyzes each candle and classifies it as a Bullish Momentum or Bearish Momentum candle when these conditions are met:
✅ The candle body exceeds the minimum size
✅ The total wick is smaller compared to the body
✅ The Body-to-Wick ratio meets the strength filter
Visual signals include:
Green background for bullish momentum
Red background for bearish momentum
Up/Down triangle markers as entry guidance
⚙️ Customizable Parameters
Min Body Size (Points) – Sets the minimum candle body size
Min Body : Wick Ratio – Controls how dominant the body is compared to the wicks
All parameters can be optimized according to your trading style and timeframe.
✅ Best Use Cases
This indicator is useful for:
Breakout confirmation
Momentum validation
Filtering false breakouts
Scalping and intraday trading on XAUUSD
🧠 Trading Tips
For better accuracy, combine this indicator with:
Support & Resistance
Supply & Demand zones
Break of Structure (BOS) / CHoCH
Best performance on M5 – H1 timeframes.
⚠️ DISCLAIMER
This indicator is a supporting tool, not a guaranteed profit system. Always apply proper risk management. You are fully responsible for your trading decisions.
Release Notes
Update V2Open-source script
In true TradingView spirit, the creator of this script has made it open-source, so that traders can review and verify its functionality. Kudos to the author! While you can use it for free, remember that republishing the code is subject to our House Rules.
Disclaimer
The information and publications are not meant to be, and do not constitute, financial, investment, trading, or other types of advice or recommendations supplied or endorsed by TradingView. Read more in the Terms of Use.
Open-source script
In true TradingView spirit, the creator of this script has made it open-source, so that traders can review and verify its functionality. Kudos to the author! While you can use it for free, remember that republishing the code is subject to our House Rules.
Disclaimer
The information and publications are not meant to be, and do not constitute, financial, investment, trading, or other types of advice or recommendations supplied or endorsed by TradingView. Read more in the Terms of Use.