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Artharjan ADX
Artharjan ADX (AADX) by Rrahul Desai Artharjan
📌 Overview
The Artharjan ADX (AADX) is an advanced implementation of the Average Directional Index (ADX) with customizable moving averages, momentum thresholds, and visually intuitive grading of bullish and bearish strength.
Unlike the standard ADX indicator that only shows trend strength, AADX adds graded bullish/bearish conditions, alerts, smoothed DI signals, histogram visualizations, and background color fills to help traders quickly interpret market conditions.
It is designed for traders who want early detection of trend strength, clean visual cues, and automated alert triggers for both bullish and bearish momentum setups.
⚙️ Key Features
🔹 Customizable Calculations
DI Length (default 13) – controls sensitivity of directional indicators.
+/- DI Smoothing – smooths DI signals with user-selected MA.
Multiple Moving Average Types – SMA, EMA, WMA, RMA, VWMA, ALMA, Hull, SWMA, SMMA, TMA.
ADX Smoothing – define how smooth/fast the ADX reacts.
🔹 Flexible Display
Toggle between line plots or histogram view.
Adjustable plot thickness.
Option to plot averages of ADX, +DI, -DI for confirmation.
Configurable background fills:
ADX above/below momentum threshold.
ADX rising/falling color shading.
Trend-grade based color intensity.
🔹 Momentum & Thresholds
Momentum Level (default 25) → defines “strong trend” zone.
Crossover Threshold (default 15) → helps detect early DI crossovers.
Color-coded histogram bars for +DI vs -DI difference:
Above/below zero.
Rising/falling momentum.
🔹 Bullish & Bearish Grading System
The indicator assigns grades from 1 to 5 for both bullish and bearish setups, based on DI and ADX conditions:
Bullish Grades
Grade 1 → Very Weak Bullish
Grade 2 → Weak Bullish
Grade 3 → Moderate Bullish
Grade 4 → Strong Bullish
Grade 5 → Very Strong Bullish
Bearish Grades
Grade 1 → Very Weak Bearish
Grade 2 → Weak Bearish
Grade 3 → Moderate Bearish
Grade 4 → Strong Bearish
Grade 5 → Very Strong Bearish
Labels are automatically plotted above bars to indicate the active grade.
🔹 Alerts
Bullish Alert → when +DI crosses above its average below the threshold OR bullish conditions are met.
Bearish Alert → when -DI crosses above its average below the threshold OR bearish conditions are met.
These alerts make it possible to automate trading signals for scalping, intraday, and swing trading.
📊 Use Cases
Trend Strength Measurement
Spot when markets shift from range-bound to trending.
Confirm the reliability of breakouts with strong ADX readings.
Bullish vs Bearish Control
Compare +DI vs -DI strength to gauge trend direction.
Identify trend reversals early with DI slope changes.
Momentum Confirmation
Use ADX rising + DI grades to validate trade entries.
Filter false breakouts with weak ADX.
Trade Grading System
Enter aggressively on Grade 4–5 signals.
Stay cautious on Grade 1–2 signals.
Automated Alerts & Screening
Combine AADX alerts with strategy rules.
Build scanners to highlight strong ADX setups across multiple stocks.
🎯 Trader’s Advantage
More powerful than standard ADX → Adds slope, grading, alerts, and visualization.
Adaptable to any style → Works for intraday scalping, swing trading, and positional analysis.
Visual clarity → Color fills, histograms, and labels simplify decision-making.
Customizable smoothing → Adjusts to fast or slow markets.
✅ Closing Note
The Artharjan ADX (AADX) transforms the traditional ADX into a complete trend and momentum analyzer. It helps traders detect, confirm, and act on directional strength with clarity and confidence.
With Thanks,
Rrahul Desai
Artharjan
📌 Overview
The Artharjan ADX (AADX) is an advanced implementation of the Average Directional Index (ADX) with customizable moving averages, momentum thresholds, and visually intuitive grading of bullish and bearish strength.
Unlike the standard ADX indicator that only shows trend strength, AADX adds graded bullish/bearish conditions, alerts, smoothed DI signals, histogram visualizations, and background color fills to help traders quickly interpret market conditions.
It is designed for traders who want early detection of trend strength, clean visual cues, and automated alert triggers for both bullish and bearish momentum setups.
⚙️ Key Features
🔹 Customizable Calculations
DI Length (default 13) – controls sensitivity of directional indicators.
+/- DI Smoothing – smooths DI signals with user-selected MA.
Multiple Moving Average Types – SMA, EMA, WMA, RMA, VWMA, ALMA, Hull, SWMA, SMMA, TMA.
ADX Smoothing – define how smooth/fast the ADX reacts.
🔹 Flexible Display
Toggle between line plots or histogram view.
Adjustable plot thickness.
Option to plot averages of ADX, +DI, -DI for confirmation.
Configurable background fills:
ADX above/below momentum threshold.
ADX rising/falling color shading.
Trend-grade based color intensity.
🔹 Momentum & Thresholds
Momentum Level (default 25) → defines “strong trend” zone.
Crossover Threshold (default 15) → helps detect early DI crossovers.
Color-coded histogram bars for +DI vs -DI difference:
Above/below zero.
Rising/falling momentum.
🔹 Bullish & Bearish Grading System
The indicator assigns grades from 1 to 5 for both bullish and bearish setups, based on DI and ADX conditions:
Bullish Grades
Grade 1 → Very Weak Bullish
Grade 2 → Weak Bullish
Grade 3 → Moderate Bullish
Grade 4 → Strong Bullish
Grade 5 → Very Strong Bullish
Bearish Grades
Grade 1 → Very Weak Bearish
Grade 2 → Weak Bearish
Grade 3 → Moderate Bearish
Grade 4 → Strong Bearish
Grade 5 → Very Strong Bearish
Labels are automatically plotted above bars to indicate the active grade.
🔹 Alerts
Bullish Alert → when +DI crosses above its average below the threshold OR bullish conditions are met.
Bearish Alert → when -DI crosses above its average below the threshold OR bearish conditions are met.
These alerts make it possible to automate trading signals for scalping, intraday, and swing trading.
📊 Use Cases
Trend Strength Measurement
Spot when markets shift from range-bound to trending.
Confirm the reliability of breakouts with strong ADX readings.
Bullish vs Bearish Control
Compare +DI vs -DI strength to gauge trend direction.
Identify trend reversals early with DI slope changes.
Momentum Confirmation
Use ADX rising + DI grades to validate trade entries.
Filter false breakouts with weak ADX.
Trade Grading System
Enter aggressively on Grade 4–5 signals.
Stay cautious on Grade 1–2 signals.
Automated Alerts & Screening
Combine AADX alerts with strategy rules.
Build scanners to highlight strong ADX setups across multiple stocks.
🎯 Trader’s Advantage
More powerful than standard ADX → Adds slope, grading, alerts, and visualization.
Adaptable to any style → Works for intraday scalping, swing trading, and positional analysis.
Visual clarity → Color fills, histograms, and labels simplify decision-making.
Customizable smoothing → Adjusts to fast or slow markets.
✅ Closing Note
The Artharjan ADX (AADX) transforms the traditional ADX into a complete trend and momentum analyzer. It helps traders detect, confirm, and act on directional strength with clarity and confidence.
With Thanks,
Rrahul Desai
Artharjan
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.
I am a professional trader and have passion for teaching and programming. In case anyone is interested to know more then feel to drop me a line at rahul30m@gmail.com / +91-9136096161
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.
I am a professional trader and have passion for teaching and programming. In case anyone is interested to know more then feel to drop me a line at rahul30m@gmail.com / +91-9136096161
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.