OPEN-SOURCE SCRIPT
ATR/DTR[jackieee]
Description
This indicator compares the current range (DTR) with the Average True Range (ATR) of a selected timeframe and displays the result in a compact table on the chart. Its purpose is to show how much of the market’s “normal” move has already been used.
The logic is straightforward: ATR measures the average volatility over time, while DTR measures the actual high-to-low range of the current bar on the chosen timeframe. The script then calculates DTR / ATR × 100, which shows the current range as a percentage of ATR. This makes it easy to judge whether price is moving within a normal range, approaching an average full move, or already extending beyond it.
A custom threshold can also be set so the table changes color once the current range reaches a chosen percentage of ATR. This helps highlight when volatility is becoming unusually large and can be useful for intraday awareness, range expansion analysis, and managing expectations after a strong move.
This indicator compares the current range (DTR) with the Average True Range (ATR) of a selected timeframe and displays the result in a compact table on the chart. Its purpose is to show how much of the market’s “normal” move has already been used.
The logic is straightforward: ATR measures the average volatility over time, while DTR measures the actual high-to-low range of the current bar on the chosen timeframe. The script then calculates DTR / ATR × 100, which shows the current range as a percentage of ATR. This makes it easy to judge whether price is moving within a normal range, approaching an average full move, or already extending beyond it.
A custom threshold can also be set so the table changes color once the current range reaches a chosen percentage of ATR. This helps highlight when volatility is becoming unusually large and can be useful for intraday awareness, range expansion analysis, and managing expectations after a strong move.
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.
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.