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RSI Strategy [PrimeAutomation]

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⯁ OVERVIEW
The RSI Strategy [PrimeAutomation] is a momentum-driven trading system built around the behavior of the Relative Strength Index (RSI).
Instead of using traditional overbought/oversold zones, this strategy focuses on RSI breakouts with volatility-based trailing stops, adaptive profit-targets, and optional early-exit logic.
It is designed to capture strong continuation moves after momentum shifts while protecting trades using ATR-based dynamic risk management.

⯁ CONCEPTS
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  • RSI Breakout Momentum: Entries happen when RSI breaks above/below custom thresholds, signaling a shift in momentum rather than mean reversion.
  • Volatility-Adjusted Risk: ATR defines both stop-loss and profit-target distances, scaling positions based on market volatility.
  • Dynamic Trailing Stop: The strategy maintains an adaptive trailing level that tightens as price moves in the trade’s favor.
  • Single-Position System: Only one trade at a time (no pyramiding), maximizing clarity and simplifying execution.


⯁ KEY FEATURES
  • RSI Signal Engine
    • Long when RSI crosses above Upper thresholdsnapshot
    • Short when RSI crosses below Lower thresholdsnapshot
    These levels are configurable and optimized for trend-momentum detection.

  • ATR-Based Stop-Loss
    A custom ATR multiplier defines the initial stop.
    • Long stop = price – ATR × multiplier
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    • Short stop = price + ATR × multiplier
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    Stops adjust continuously using a trailing model.

  • ATR-Based Take Profit (Optional)
    Profit targets scale with volatility.
    • Long TP = entry + ATR × TP-multiplier
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    • Short TP = entry – ATR × TP-multiplier
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    Users can disable TP and rely solely on trailing stops.

  • Real-Time Trailing Logic
    The stop updates bar-by-bar:
    • In a long trade → stop moves upward only
    • In a short trade → stop moves downward only
    This keeps the stop tight as trends develop.

  • Early Exit Module (Optional)
    After X bars in a trade, opposite RSI signals trigger exit.
    This reduces holding time during weak follow-through phases.

  • Full Visual Layer
    • RSI plotted with threshold fills
    • Entry/TP/Stop visual lines
    • Color-coded zones for clarity


⯁ HOW TO USE
  • Look for RSI Breakouts:
    Focus on RSI crossing above the upper boundary (long) or below the lower boundary (short). These moments identify fresh momentum surges.
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  • Use ATR Levels to Manage Risk:
    Because stops and targets scale with volatility, the strategy adapts well to both quiet and explosive market phases.
  • Monitor Trailing Stops for Trend Continuation:
    The trailing stop is the primary driver of exits—often outperforming fixed targets by catching larger runs.

  • Use on Liquid Markets & Mid-Higher Timeframes:
    The system performs best where RSI and ATR signals are clean—crypto majors, FX, and indices.


⯁ CONCLUSION
The RSI Strategy [PrimeAutomation] is a modern RSI breakout system enhanced with volatility-adaptive risk management and flexible exit logic. It is designed for traders who prefer momentum confirmation over mean reversion, offering a disciplined framework with robust protections and dynamic trend-following capability.
Its blend of ATR-based stops, optional profit targets, and RSI-driven entries makes it a reliable strategy across a wide range of market conditions.

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