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Bridge Bands ATR (Overlay) ShaneHurst-Adaptive Volatility Bands A fractal-inspired evolution of Bollinger and Keltner bands that adapts dynamically to both volatility and trend persistence. This indicator estimates the Hurst exponent (H) — a measure of market memory — and adjusts a standard volatility band to lean in the direction of the prevailing trend. When H > 0.5, markets exhibit persistence (trending behavior); the bands shift in the trend’s direction. When H < 0.5, markets are mean-reverting; the bands flatten and recent extremes become potential fade zones. Band width scales with recent volatility (σ), expanding in turbulent conditions and contracting during calm periods. Key Features: Adaptive offset using the Hurst exponent Volatility-sensitive width for dynamic market regimes EMA baseline with directional bias Clear visual separation between trending and choppy phases Inspired by Benoit Mandelbrot’s The Misbehavior of Markets and H.E. Hurst’s original work on long-term memory in time series. Use it to identify regime shifts, trend-following entries, and volatility-adjusted stop levels. Credit for this script goes to a number of people including Steve B, MichaalAngle, doc and joecat808. 500 day DEMA (double EMA) can be used as a longer term momentum line.
Pine Script® indicator
by px5pybmhng
Bollinger Band ToolkitBollinger Band Toolkit An advanced, adaptive Bollinger Band system for traders who want more context, precision, and edge. This indicator expands on the classic Bollinger Bands by combining statistical and volatility-based methods with modern divergence and squeeze detection tools. It helps identify volatility regimes, potential breakouts, and early momentum shifts — all within one clean overlay. 🔹 Core Features 1. Adaptive Bollinger Bands (σ + ATR) Classic 20-period bands enhanced with an ATR-based volatility adjustment, making them more responsive to true market movement rather than just price variance. Reduces “overreacting” during chop and avoids bands collapsing too tightly during trends. 2. %B & RSI Divergence Detection 🟢 Green dots: Positive %B divergence — price makes a lower low, but %B doesn’t confirm (bullish). 🔴 Red dots: Negative %B divergence — price makes a higher high, but %B doesn’t confirm (bearish). ✚ Red/green crosses: RSI divergence confirmation — momentum fails to confirm the price’s new extreme. These signals highlight potential reversal or slowdown zones that are often invisible to the naked eye. 3. Bollinger Band Squeeze (with Volume Filter) Yellow squares (■) show periods when Bollinger Bands are at their narrowest relative to recent history. Volume confirmation ensures the squeeze only triggers when both volatility and participation contract. Often marks the “calm before the storm” — breakout potential zones. 4. Multi-Timeframe Breakout Markers Optionally displays breakouts from higher or lower timeframes using different colors/symbols. Lets you see when a higher timeframe band break aligns with your current chart — a strong trend continuation signal. 5. Dual- and Triple-Band Visualization (±1σ, ±2σ, ±3σ) Optional inner (±1σ) and outer (±3σ) bands provide a layered volatility map: Price holding between ±1σ → stable range / mean-reverting behavior Price riding near ±2σ → trending phase, sustained momentum Price touching or exceeding ±3σ → volatility expansion or exhaustion zone This triple-band layout visually distinguishes normal movement from statistical extremes, helping you read when the market is balanced, expanding, or approaching its limits. ⚙️ Inputs & Customization Choose band type (SMA/EMA/SMMA/WMA/VWMA) Adjust deviation multiplier (σ) and ATR multiplier Toggle individual features (divergence dots, squeeze markers, inner bands, etc.) Multi-timeframe and colour controls for advanced users 🧠 How to Use Watch for squeeze markers followed by a breakout bar beyond ±2σ → volatility expansion signal. Combine divergence dots with RSI or price structure to anticipate slowdowns or reversals. Confirm direction using multi-timeframe breakouts and volume expansion. 💬 Why It Works This toolkit transforms qualitative chart reading (tight bands, hidden divergence) into quantitative, testable conditions — giving you objective insights that can be backtested, coded, or simply trusted in live setups.
Pine Script® indicator
by LinesOnRice
Institutional Compression Breakout (ICBO Algo) [@darshakssc]The ICBO Algo is a smart intraday trading tool that detects institutional compression zones followed by breakout confirmation. It combines candle range analysis, volume compression, EMA filtering, and ATR-based Risk/Reward zones to highlight high-probability trade setups with visual clarity. This script is designed for educational and research purposes only, fully aligned with TradingView’s Pine Script policy and publishing guidelines. 🔍 Key Features 🌀 Compression Zone Detection Identifies low-range, low-volume candles often formed before institutional breakouts. 📈📉 Breakout Signals Triggered after confirmed price + EMA breakout post-compression. 📊 Dashboard Panel Displays breakout phase, current R:R ratio, and zone status in real-time. 🟢🔴 Buy/Sell Labels with Emojis Clean and non-intrusive labels for immediate action recognition. 🔔 Alerts Included Receive real-time push, email, or webhook alerts for breakout signals. ⚙️ How It Works Compression Phase: When the candle range and volume are significantly lower than the moving average, the script flags it as a compression zone. Breakout Confirmation: A breakout signal is confirmed when the price breaks the previous high/low and is above/below the trend EMA. Entry Logic: 📈 Buy: Price > previous high + above EMA after compression 📉 Sell: Price < previous low + below EMA after compression ⚠️ Disclaimer This script is intended for educational and research purposes only. It does not constitute financial advice or recommendations of any kind. Always use proper risk management. Past performance does not guarantee future results.
Pine Script® indicator
by darshakssc
Bitcoin Power Law Corridor + Z-score This script visualizes the long-term Bitcoin Power Law Corridor, a conceptual model originally discussed by Harold Christopher Burger, and enhances it with a logarithmic Z-Score framework. The indicator plots Bitcoin’s long-term regression curve together with estimated resistance and support bands based on power-law relationships between price and time since inception. The added Z-Score expresses the statistical distance between price and the central regression line, using logarithmic scaling: Z ≈ 0 → price near its long-term fair-value trajectory. Z ≈ +2 → price near the lower corridor boundary (historically undervalued region). Z ≈ −2 → price near the upper corridor boundary (historically overheated region). This indicator is designed for visual and educational purposes only. It should not be considered financial advice, a predictive model, or a signal provider. Users should always combine this tool with other forms of technical, fundamental, and sentiment analysis to confirm confluence before making any decision.
Pine Script® indicator
by S0905B
FVG Volume Profile [ChartPrime]⯁ OVERVIEW FVG Volume Profile is a smart volume analysis tool that identifies Fair Value Gaps (FVGs) and overlays a volume profile inside each gap using data from lower timeframes. The indicator automatically selects the best time resolution or allows for manual control, giving traders deeper insight into the volume structure within each imbalance. POC levels and total volumes gives a full microstructure view inside every FVG. ⯁ KEY FEATURES Fair Value Gap Detection (Bullish & Bearish) Detects price gaps where inefficiency exists using a 3-bar structure. -Bullish Gaps: Low > High with confirming middle bar. -Bearish Gaps: High < Low with confirming middle bar. Only significant gaps (filtered by standard deviation) are plotted to avoid noise. Multi-Timeframe Volume Profiling Pulls granular candle and volume data from a lower timeframe — In Auto Mode, uses a resolution ~10x lower than the current chart. In Manual Mode, lets the user select a custom timeframe. This ensures accurate intra-gap volume distribution. Dynamic Volume Binning Each FVG is divided into vertical volume bins based on the Resolution input. Each bin displays relative volume intensity as a horizontal box, scaled by percentage of the max bin volume. Point of Control (PoC) Line & Label The bin with the maximum volume inside each FVG is marked with: A horizontal line (PoC) extending from the left to right side. A label showing the absolute volume of that bin. Color-coded to match bullish or bearish FVGs. Total Volume Label Inside FVG Each FVG displays the total volume sum from its profile: For bullish FVGs , shown in the bottom-right corner. For bearish FVGs , shown in the top-right corner. Auto-Removal of Invalid Gaps If price fully closes the gap (crosses its bounds), the FVG, profile, and PoC are deleted automatically. This keeps the chart clean and focused only on active zones. Toggleable Volume Profile Display User can show or hide the volume profiles within FVGs using the "Display" toggle under the "FVG Volume Profile" group. Only the PoC and FVG boxes remain visible if toggled off. Volume Resolution Customization Control the number of bins used for each FVG profile. Higher resolution = more bins and finer volume analysis. (default 15) Auto Timeframe Validation Warning If the selected lower timeframe isn’t actually lower than the chart's, the script shows a visible warning label prompting adjustment. Helps prevent calculation errors. ⯁ USAGE Use this tool to identify active imbalance zones (FVGs) with embedded volume context. Look for PoC positioning inside gaps — near top may indicate absorption or reversal zones. Combine with price action at the PoC level for precision entries. Hide volume profile for a cleaner view while retaining key POC and FVG boxes. Use resolution controls to zoom into fine-grained profiles inside large gaps. Consider Auto mode for seamless multi-timeframe analysis, or switch to Manual for full control. ⯁ CONCLUSION FVG Volume Profile transforms raw imbalance detection into actionable insight by embedding lower-timeframe volume structure inside each Fair Value Gap. With PoC highlights, total volume labels, and customizable bin resolution, this indicator is essential for traders who want to understand not just where the gap is — but what volume did inside it .
Pine Script® indicator
by ChartPrime
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DARVAS BOX V5 Darvas Box indicator from Pine Script v3 to v5 with these improvements: Triangle breakout signals (green up, red down) Toggle option to show/hide signals Breakout detection logic that tracks when price exits the box Alert conditions for both upside and downside breakouts Color Options: Customize all visual elements to match your preferences: Adjustable colors for top and bottom box lines Custom colors for bullish and bearish breakout triangles Flexible styling to fit any chart theme"
Pine Script® indicator
by el1live
PDH/PDL + PMH/PML Breakout Table + Alerts + 🔔PDH/PDL now come exclusively from the previous day's RTH (9:30–4:00 PM ET) — they no longer include premarket. This avoids the confusion we encountered. PMH/PML are calculated only during the premarket period (4:00–9:30 AM ET) of the current day. Employment emojis: 🟢 (upward breakout for PDH/PMH), 🔴 (downward breakout for PDL/PML), ⚪ (no breakout). The table displays three columns: Level | Status | Price. If you'd like the table to have a different size/position/color, just adjust it quickly.
Pine Script® indicator
by roiler1995
Adaptive Trend Breaks Adaptive Trend Breaks ## WHAT IT DOES This script is a modified and enhanced version of "Trendline Breakouts With Targets" concept by ChartPrime. Adaptive Trend Breaks (ATB) is a trendline breakout system optimized for scalping liquid futures contracts. The indicator automatically draws dynamic support and resistance trendlines based on pivot points, then generates trade signals when price breaks through these levels with confirmation filters. It includes automated target and stop-loss placement with real-time P&L tracking in dollars. ## HOW IT WORKS **Trendline Detection Method:** The indicator uses pivot high/low detection to identify significant price turning points. When a new pivot forms, it calculates the slope between consecutive pivots to draw dynamic trendlines. These lines extend forward based on the established trend angle, creating actionable support and resistance zones. **Band System:** Around each trendline, the script creates a "band" using a volatility-adjusted calculation: `ATR(14) * 0.2 * bandwidth multiplier / 2`. This adaptive band accounts for current market conditions - wider during volatile periods, tighter during quiet markets. **Breakout Logic:** A breakout signal triggers when: 1. Price closes beyond the trendline + band zone 2. Volume exceeds the 20-period moving average by your set multiplier (default 1.2x) 3. Price is within Regular Trading Hours (9:30-16:00 EST) if session filter enabled 4. Current ATR meets minimum volatility threshold (prevents trading dead markets) **Target & Stop Calculation:** Upon breakout confirmation: - **Entry**: Trendline breach point - **Target**: Entry ± (bandwidth × target multiplier) - default 8x for quick scalps - **Stop**: Entry ± (bandwidth × stop multiplier) - default 8x for 1:1 risk/reward - Multipliers adjust automatically to market volatility through the ATR-based band **P&L Conversion:** The script converts point movements to dollars using: ``` Dollar P&L = (Price Points × Contract Point Value × Quantity) ``` For example, a 10-point NQ move with 2 contracts = 10 × $20 × 2 = $400 ## HOW TO USE IT **Setup:** 1. Select your instrument (NQ/ES/YM/RTY) - point values auto-configure 2. Set contract quantity for accurate dollar P&L 3. Choose pivot period (lower = more signals but more noise, default 5 for scalping) 4. Adjust bandwidth multiplier if trendlines are too tight/loose (1-5 range) **Filters Configuration:** - **Volume Filter**: Requires breakout volume > moving average × multiplier. Increase multiplier (1.5-2.0) for higher conviction trades - **Session Filter**: Enable to trade only RTH. Disable for 24-hour trading - **ATR Filter**: Prevents signals during low volatility. Increase minimum % for more active markets only **Risk Management:** - Set target/stop multipliers based on your risk tolerance - 8x bandwidth = approximately 1:1 risk/reward for most liquid futures - Enable trailing stops for trend-following approach (moves stop to protect profits) - Adjust line length to see targets further into the future **Statistics Table:** - Choose timeframe to analyze: all-time, today, this week, custom days - Monitor win rate, profit factor, and net P&L in dollars - Track long vs short performance separately - See real-time unrealized P&L on active trades **Reading Signals:** - **Green triangle below bar** = Long breakout (resistance broken) - **Red triangle above bar** = Short breakout (support broken) - **White dashed line** = Entry price - **Orange line** = Take profit target with dollar value - **Red line** = Stop loss with dollar value - **Green checkmark (✓)** = Target hit, winning trade - **Red X (✗)** = Stop hit, losing trade ## WHAT IT DOES NOT DO **Limitations to Understand:** - Does not predict future trendline formations - it reacts to breakouts after they occur - Historical trendlines disappear after breakout (not kept on chart for clarity) - Requires sufficient volatility - may not signal in extremely quiet markets - Volume filter requires exchange volume data (not available on all symbols) - Statistics are indicator-based simulations, not actual trading results - Does not account for slippage, commissions, or order fills ## BEST PRACTICES **Recommended Settings by Market:** - **NQ (Nasdaq)**: Default settings work well, consider volume multiplier 1.3-1.5 - **ES (S&P 500)**: Slightly slower, try period 7-8, volume 1.2 - **YM (Dow)**: Lower volatility, reduce bandwidth to 1.5-2 - **RTY (Russell)**: Higher volatility, increase bandwidth to 3-4 **Risk Management:** - Never risk more than 2-3% of account per trade - Use contract quantity calculator: Max Risk $ ÷ (Stop Distance × Point Value) - Start with 1 contract while learning the system - Backtest your specific timeframe and instrument before live trading **Optimization Tips:** - Increase pivot period (7-10) for fewer but higher-quality signals - Raise volume multiplier (1.5-2.0) in choppy markets - Lower target/stop multipliers (5-6x) for tighter profit taking - Use trailing stops in strong trending conditions - Disable session filter for overnight gaps and Asia session moves ## TECHNICAL DETAILS **Key Calculations:** - Pivot Detection: `ta.pivothigh(high, period, period/2)` and `ta.pivotlow(low, period, period/2)` - Slope Calculation: `(newPivot - oldPivot) / (newTime - oldTime)` - Adaptive Band: `min(ATR(14) * 0.2, close * 0.002) * multiplier / 2` - Breakout Confirmation: Price crosses trendline + 10% of band threshold **Data Requirements:** - Minimum bars in view: 500 for proper pivot calculation - Volume data required for volume filter accuracy - Intraday timeframes recommended (1min - 15min) for scalping - Works on any timeframe but optimized for fast execution **Performance Metrics:** All statistics calculate based on indicator signals: - Tracks every signal as a trade from entry to TP/SL - P&L in actual contract dollar values - Win rate = (Winning trades / Total trades) × 100 - Profit factor = Gross profit / Gross loss - Separates long/short performance for bias analysis ## IDEAL FOR - Futures scalpers and day traders - Traders who prefer visual trendline breakouts - Those wanting automated TP/SL placement - Traders tracking performance in dollar terms - Multiple timeframe analysis (compare 1min vs 5min signals) ## NOT SUITABLE FOR - Swing trading (targets too close) - Stocks/forex without modifying point values - Extremely low timeframes (<30 seconds) - too much noise - Markets without volume data if using volume filter - Illiquid contracts (signals may not execute at shown prices) --- **Settings Summary:** - Core: Period, bandwidth, extension, trendline style - Filters: Volume, RTH session, ATR volatility - Risk: R:R ratio, target/stop multipliers, trailing stop - Display: Stats table position, size, colors - Stats: Timeframe selection (all-time to custom days) **License:** This indicator is published open-source under Mozilla Public License 2.0. You may use and modify the code with proper attribution. **Disclaimer:** This indicator is for educational purposes. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always practice proper risk management and test thoroughly before live trading. --- ## CREDITS & ATTRIBUTION This script builds upon the "Trendline Breakouts With Targets" concept by ChartPrime with significant enhancements: **Major Improvements Added:** - **Futures-Specific Calculations**: Automated dollar P&L conversion using actual contract point values (NQ=$20, ES=$50, YM=$5, RTY=$50) - **Advanced Statistics Engine**: Comprehensive performance tracking with customizable timeframe analysis (today, week, month, custom ranges) - **Multi-Layer Filtering System**: Volume confirmation, RTH session filter, and ATR volatility filter to reduce false signals - **Professional Trade Management**: Enhanced visual trade tracking with separate TP/SL lines, dollar value labels, and optional trailing stops - **Optimized for Scalping**: Faster pivot periods (5 vs 10), tighter bands, and reduced extension bars for quick entries Original trendline detection methodology by ChartPrime - used with modification under Mozilla Public License 2.0.
Pine Script® indicator
by TradeManager_PRO
Overextended vs 50DMA DetectorThis indicator helps traders identify when a stock or asset becomes statistically overextended relative to its 50-day moving average (50DMA) — a key signal for potential pullbacks, consolidations, or profit-taking zones. ⸻ 🔍 What It Does • Calculates the 50-day simple moving average (SMA) of price. • Computes the percentage gap between current price and the 50DMA. • Measures the standard deviation of that percentage gap to assess volatility-adjusted extremes. • Flags the stock as “Overextended” when: • Price is more than 20% above the 50DMA, and • The % gap is greater than 3× its historical standard deviation. When these conditions are met, the script: • Highlights the candle with a 🚨 red triangle on the chart. • Shades the background to indicate potential overheating. • Triggers an alert condition so traders can be notified in real time.
Pine Script® indicator
by rajat_y6
ADR - Average Daily Range [KasTrades]This is an Average Daily Range (ADR) indicator. There are two settings for ADR: Two Look back period ADR range (e.g. 7 and 14 days) One Look back period ADR (e.g. 5 days only) Two day ADR ranges are typically used in equities and index futures whereas one day ADR is typically used in forex. The opening time by default is 17:00 New York (Eastern) time. The ranges are always calculated from the opening price of the first bar on the respected timeframe.
Pine Script® indicator
by KasTrades14
Darvas Box with alertsTitle: Darvas Box with Breakout Signals This indicator implements the legendary Darvas Box trading strategy developed by Nicolas What is the Darvas Box? The Darvas Box is a momentum-based trading method that identifies consolidation zones by drawing boxes around price ranges. When price breaks out of these boxes, it often signals the beginning of a new trend. Features: Automatic Darvas Box detection and drawing based on customizable box length parameter Dynamic box coloring (Green when price is above, Red when below, Yellow when inside) Visual breakout signalsAdjust the "Box Length" parameter to match your trading timeframe (default: 5) Wait for a Darvas Box to form (consolidation period) Look for breakout signals (triangles) indicating potential trading opportunities Set up alerts to be notified when breakouts occur Use the box levels as potential support/resistance zones
Pine Script® indicator
by el1live
Adaptive Trend CatcherAdaptive Trend Catcher is an original indicator that combines Hull Moving Average smoothing, ATR-based volatility bands, and a CCI filter within an adaptive logic framework. It’s built to react intelligently to changing market conditions rather than applying fixed parameters. The system uses hysteresis to confirm trend flips only after several consistent signals, minimizing noise and false reversals. During strong momentum bursts, it automatically tightens its internal deadzone and step size to stay responsive while maintaining stability in quieter periods. The result is a dynamic trend engine that plots a color-shifting adaptive line — green for bullish, red for bearish — that adjusts smoothly with volatility. Optional upper/lower ATR bands can be displayed for added context. How to use: Watch for confirmed trend color flips with supporting momentum. Bullish flips occur when price regains the lower band and CCI turns positive; bearish flips when price falls below the upper band and CCI turns negative. Includes alert conditions for both reversals. For educational purposes only. Not financial advice.
Pine Script® indicator
by Kerbox
ATR Regime Filter (median & P70)ATR Regime Filter (Median & P70) Purpose Filter your signals by the volatility regime. The indicator compares the current ATR to two rolling statistical thresholds—the median (P50) and the 70th percentile (P70)—to avoid trading during quiet phases and prioritize setups when the market “breathes.” How it works Computes ATR(14) on a user-defined source timeframe (srcTF) via request.security. Converts a target window in days (days) into bars of the source TF. Due to Pine limits, the effective window is capped at 5000 bars (shown in an optional label). Calculates Median (P50) and P70 of ATR over the effective window. Exposes two booleans: ATR > Median (normal-to-elevated volatility) ATR > P70 (elevated volatility) Display Plots: ATR, Median, P70. Panel background (bgcolor): light green when ATR > P70 teal when ATR > Median neutral otherwise Optional label: shows source TF, effective window size (bars & days), and the boolean states. Inputs ATR length (default 14) TF source ATR (srcTF, e.g., “1”, “5”, “15”) Target window (days) (days, default 20) Show label (bool) Suggested use Breakout/Momentum: require ATR > P70 in addition to your breakout conditions (close beyond level, volume, retest). Range/Mean reversion: at minimum require ATR > Median. In strategies, use ATR > Median/P70 as a filter alongside price structure, volume, and EMAs. Limitations On very short source TFs (e.g., 1-min), the window may be clipped to 5000 bars (~3.5 days). Increase srcTF (5m/15m) if you want a true 15–30 day history. ATR measures magnitude, not direction—combine with trend/structure signals.
Pine Script® indicator
by sperrenotcantin