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Infinity Cycle-Timed Framework (XRP Specific)This indicator is a time-based decision-context framework designed specifically for XRP. It evaluates directional alignment, cycle timing proximity, and volatility-based trade quality using a repeating time structure calibrated to XRP price history. Rather than issuing buy or sell commands, the script combines multiple classification layers into a single table and chart overlay to help users determine whether current market conditions favor participation or standing aside. What This Script Displays 1) Directional Confluence (Table + Markers) A short-term directional filter evaluates alignment using a moving-average reference and smoothed momentum comparison. The result is a simple directional state: LONG SHORT STAND ASIDE Optional small markers (“L” or “S”) may appear near candles when directional alignment is present. These markers indicate directional agreement, not trade entry signals. 2) Cycle Timing Framework (Time-Based Component) The script includes a repeating bar-count cycle structure with user-defined pivot points. Cycle pivots are plotted as vertical dotted lines, with optional ± bar timing windows to visualize proximity. Past, current, and optional forward cycles are drawn for structural time reference only. This component is time-based and does not generate price levels or forecasts. 3) HIT Balloons (Timing + Momentum Alignment) When enabled, the script monitors whether a short-term moving-average cross occurs within a defined bar tolerance of a cycle pivot. If this alignment occurs, a HIT balloon is plotted at that pivot: The balloon marks time + momentum alignment It does not predict price direction or outcome HIT markers persist for historical review 4) Reward-to-Risk Quality (Volatility Context) A volatility component uses ATR-based ranges around a median reference to estimate whether sufficient price movement (“runway”) exists relative to recent volatility. The output is expressed as a relative quality score, not a target or forecast. Composite Setup Score The table produces a Setup Score (0–100) derived from fixed component weights: Directional Confluence (50%) Cycle Timing Proximity (30%) Reward-to-Risk Quality (20%) The score represents overall alignment quality, not trade probability or performance expectation. Bias Classification Based on directional confluence, the script displays a clear bias state: LONG SHORT STAND ASIDE The bias reflects current condition alignment, not a trade instruction. How to Use Apply the indicator to a chart and allow sufficient historical bars for cycle context. Use cycle pivots to understand where price is within a repeating time structure. Use directional confluence and volatility context to assess whether conditions support participation. The indicator is designed to be used standalone. No additional scripts are required. Chart Setup Notes This script plots price-aligned objects and should be merged with the chart’s price scale for correct vertical alignment. The script relies on extended historical data to display past cycles. Symbols or data feeds with limited history may not show the full structure. Interpretation Notes Cycle pivots represent timing reference zones, not guaranteed reversals. Directional markers indicate environmental alignment, not entry points. Absence of directional markers may indicate weakening confluence or transition conditions. This script is asset-specific and is intended for use on XRP charts. While the general methodology is time-based, the cycle structure and pivot spacing are calibrated for XRP and may not be meaningful on other assets. Important Disclaimers This indicator does not predict price, guarantee outcomes, or provide financial advice. All outputs are intended for context and classification, not automated decision-making. Always apply independent analysis and risk management.
Pine Script® indicator
by Dinjin
SMART MONEY SMT+BOS+ENTRYThis advanced trading indicator combines Smart Money Theory (SMT) and Break of Structure (BOS) analysis with synchronized multi-asset monitoring. The core concept identifies institutional activity by detecting discrepancies between correlated assets, revealing potential accumulation zones and reversal points before they become apparent to retail traders. Key Features Smart Money Detection: Real-time divergence analysis between two selected assets (e.g., BTC/ETH, Gold/Silver, Currency pairs) Identification of institutional accumulation/distribution patterns Trend confirmation through structural sweeps and momentum shifts Structural Analysis: Break of Structure (BOS) detection with multi-factor confirmation ATR-based candle size filtering to eliminate false breakouts Clear structural shift identification with visual confirmation Risk-Managed Execution: Dual entry modes: Immediate (on BOS close) or Retest (on pullback to level) Automated stop-loss placement at last structural extreme Dynamic take-profit calculation based on user-defined risk/reward ratio Support for long-only, short-only, or bidirectional trading strategies Visual Interface Colored arrows signaling buy/sell opportunities at optimal entry points Real-time stop-loss and take-profit level visualization SMT divergence markers above/below price action Structural level indicators for clear market context Configuration Options Asset Pair Selection - Primary and secondary symbols for comparative analysis Trading Direction - Long, Short, or Both directions Swing Sensitivity - Adjustable pivot point detection period Risk/Reward Ratio - Customizable profit targets relative to risk BOS Confirmation Filter - Minimum candle body size requirement via ATR percentage Optimal Application Best performance on correlated assets (crypto pairs, commodities, indices) Effective across multiple timeframes (M15 for entries, H4/D1 for context) Combines well with volume profile and order flow analysis Suitable for both discretionary and systematic trading approaches Technical Advantages Dual-asset synchronization for early signal detection Multi-layer filtering system reducing false positives Integrated risk management with visual guidance Customizable sensitivity for different market conditions Русская версия Индикатор Smart Money Theory (SMT) + Break of Structure (BOS) Обзор Этот продвинутый торговый индикатор объединяет анализ Smart Money Theory (SMT) и Break of Structure (BOS) с синхронизированным мониторингом нескольких активов. Основная концепция выявляет активность институциональных игроков путем обнаружения расхождений между коррелирующими активами, показывая зоны накопления и точки разворота до того, как они становятся очевидными для розничных трейдеров. Ключевые возможности Детекция "умных денег": Анализ дивергенций в реальном времени между двумя выбранными активами Выявление паттернов накопления/распределения институциональными участниками Подтверждение тренда через структурные сдвиги и изменения импульса Структурный анализ: Обнаружение Break of Structure (BOS) с многофакторным подтверждением Фильтрация по размеру свечи на основе ATR для устранения ложных пробоев Четкая идентификация структурных сдвигов с визуальным подтверждением Управление рисками: Два режима входа: Немедленный (при закрытии BOS) или Ретест (при откате к уровню) Автоматическое размещение стоп-лосса на последнем структурном экстремуме Динамический расчет тейк-профита на основе заданного риск-риворда Поддержка лонг-стратегий, шорт-стратегий или обоих направлений Визуальный интерфейс Цветные стрелки, сигнализирующие о точках входа на покупку/продажу Визуализация уровней стоп-лосса и тейк-профита в реальном времени Маркеры SMT-дивергенций над/под ценовым действием Индикаторы структурных уровней для четкого контекста рынка Настройки Выбор пары активов - Основной и вторичный символы для сравнительного анализа Направление торговли - Лонг, Шорт или Оба направления Чувствительность свингов - Настраиваемый период детекции точек разворота Коэффициент риск/вознаграждение - Настраиваемые цели по прибыли относительно риска Фильтр подтверждения BOS - Минимальный размер тела свечи в процентах от ATR Оптимальное применение Наилучшие результаты на коррелирующих активах (криптопары, товары, индексы) Эффективен на различных таймфреймах (M15 для входов, H4/D1 для контекста) Хорошо сочетается с анализом Volume Profile и ордерного потока Подходит как для дискреционного, так и для системного трейдинга Технические преимущества Синхронизация двух активов для раннего обнаружения сигналов Многоуровневая система фильтрации, снижающая ложные срабатывания Интегрированное управление рисками с визуальным сопровождением Настраиваемая чувствительность под разные рыночные условия
Pine Script® indicator
by crypto_daytrade
Bullish Market Structure HH HLThis indicator identifies bullish market structure by automatically marking Higher Highs (HH) and Higher Lows (HL) on the price chart using pivot-based logic. It helps traders visually understand trend direction, structure strength, and key swing points without clutter or repainting. 🔧 How the Indicator Works 1️⃣ Pivot Lookback Input The indicator uses a user-defined pivot lookback length This value controls how many candles are required to confirm a swing high or swing low 2️⃣ Pivot High & Pivot Low Detection Pivot High marks a confirmed swing high Pivot Low marks a confirmed swing low Pivots are confirmed only after price action completes, making the indicator non-repainting 📈 Market Structure Labels 🟢 Higher High (HH) Displayed at confirmed swing highs Indicates bullish momentum and trend continuation Shown with a downward-pointing green label 🟢 Higher Low (HL) Displayed at confirmed swing lows Represents strong demand and trend support Shown with an upward-pointing green label ✅ Key Features Non-repainting pivot logic Clean and minimal visual design Works on all markets and timeframes Beginner-friendly and professional-grade 📌 Trading Use Case Identify bullish trends using HH–HL sequences Confirm healthy pullbacks in an uptrend Combine with support/resistance, trendlines, or higher-timeframe bias ⚠️ Disclaimer This indicator is a market structure visualization tool, not a complete trading system. Always use proper risk management and additional confirmation.
Pine Script® indicator
by XAU_CAPITAL
Paulo - Volume Scalp AutoIndicator Name: Paulo – Volume Scalp Auto (Crypto) Description: This indicator was developed for aggressive crypto scalping, with a focus on 1-minute charts and highly volatile altcoins. It combines volume analysis, price action, and ATR-based volatility, automatically adjusting signal sensitivity depending on whether the market is in a normal or volatile regime. The script detects relevant volume spikes relative to the moving average, helping filter out weak entries and highlighting potential short-term participation of large market players. When volatility increases, the indicator automatically raises the volume threshold, reducing false signals that are common in fast-moving altcoins. Key features: • Automatic Normal vs. Volatile mode • Dynamic volatility detection • Visual buy and sell signals • Native TradingView alerts • Optimized for 1-minute crypto scalping Disclaimer: This indicator is a decision-support tool only and does not constitute financial advice. Always use proper risk management.
Pine Script® indicator
by PauloCesarP
Empty Candle//@version=5 indicator("5–6 signals per day (Stable)", overlay=true) // ─────── Inputs ─────── emaLen = input.int(50, "EMA Length", minval=10) rsiLen = input.int(14, "RSI Length", minval=5) volMult = input.float(1.3, "Volume multiplier", minval=1.0, step=0.1) rsiOverb = input.int(65, "RSI Overbought", minval=50, maxval=90) rsiOvers = input.int(35, "RSI Oversold", minval=10, maxval=50) // ─────── Calculations ─────── ema = ta.ema(close, emaLen) rsi = ta.rsi(close, rsiLen) volMA = ta.sma(volume, 20) // ─────── Trend ─────── bullTrend = close > ema bearTrend = close < ema volSpike = volume > volMA * volMult // ─────── Base conditions ─────── baseBuy = bullTrend and rsi < rsiOvers and volSpike and close > open baseSell = bearTrend and rsi > rsiOverb and volSpike and close < open // ─────── EMA press logic ─────── emaPressBuy = close > open and open < ema and close > ema emaPressSell = close < open and open > ema and close < ema // ─────── Final signals ─────── buyCond = baseBuy or emaPressBuy sellCond = baseSell or emaPressSell // ─────── Signals (STRICTLY BAR-ANCHORED) ─────── plotshape( buyCond, title="BUY", style=shape.triangleup, location=location.belowbar, color=color.lime, size=size.small ) plotshape( sellCond, title="SELL", style=shape.triangledown, location=location.abovebar, color=color.red, size=size.small ) // ─────── EMA ─────── plot(ema, title="EMA", color=color.new(color.blue, 30), linewidth=2)
Pine Script® indicator
by oshevchyshyn
Target Ladder Pro - MTF ATR + HIT ConfirmationTarget Ladder Pro is a volatility-based target framework that plots multi-timeframe ATR-derived upper and lower reference levels on the price chart and can optionally print HIT confirmations when a defined ATR target is reached. This script is designed to provide structured volatility context (reach zones, range framing, and objective “target reached” tagging). It does not predict price direction, does not guarantee outcomes, and is not intended as a standalone signal generator. What This Script Displays 1) Multi-Timeframe ATR Target Ladder (1H / 4H / 1D / 1W) For each enabled timeframe, the script calculates ATR using higher-timeframe data via request.security() (no lookahead), then plots: Upper level: Base + ATR × Multiplier Lower level: Base − ATR × Multiplier The “Base” can be set to: the current chart price (for immediate relevance), or the timeframe’s own close (for a strict MTF reference) Each timeframe’s upper and lower levels are drawn as price-chart lines. Last-Bar Target Balloons (per timeframe) On the last bar, the script prints balloon labels for each timeframe’s upper and lower level. Horizontal x-offsets are configurable per timeframe to keep stacked labels readable. 2) ATR Target + Deviation Bands (Context Layer) A separate ATR target module calculates a single ATR reference level for the current bar based on candle direction (up/down close relative to the prior close). It also optionally plots: a mean line (moving average), and up to four standard-deviation bands (mean ± N × deviation) These bands provide statistical range context around price. Target / HIT Labels (per bar) When enabled: a Target label marks the computed ATR target level a HIT label appears when price reaches that target on the same bar (high/low touch rule) An optional filter can require that the ATR target is inside the first deviation band before printing a HIT label, reducing HIT labels during extended conditions. Label history can be limited to the most recent N labels or allowed to persist (with a safety cap). How to Use Enable the timeframes you want to display (e.g., 1H / 4H / 1D / 1W). Adjust ATR length and multipliers per timeframe to match the asset’s volatility profile. Choose whether MTF ladder levels are anchored to current price or the timeframe’s own close. Use the ladder levels as volatility reach reference zones above and below price. Use Target/HIT labels as objective “condition occurred” markers for review and journaling. Notes and Limitations ATR levels are volatility references, not forecasts or guarantees. Targets may be reached frequently in high-volatility regimes and rarely in compressed markets. HIT labels indicate that a defined volatility condition occurred; they do not imply reversal or continuation on their own. This script is provided for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice.
Pine Script® indicator
by Dinjin
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Pine Script® indicator
by phani0906i
Fear Greed RangesFear Greed Ranges Indicator: A Practical Guide to Market Sentiment Analysis Introduction: Understanding Market Psychology The "Fear Greed Ranges" indicator is a specialized technical analysis tool designed to visualize market sentiment through the lens of the Relative Strength Index (RSI). Unlike traditional RSI displays that show only a line graph, this indicator transforms raw RSI data into intuitive, color-coded zones that immediately signal whether markets are driven by fear, greed, or balanced sentiment. By providing this visual context, it helps traders identify potential turning points and manage risk more effectively. Rational Integration: Why RSI Forms the Core The indicator's foundation rests on the well-established RSI oscillator, chosen for several compelling reasons. First, RSI has stood the test of time since its development by J. Welles Wilder Jr. in 1978, with decades of empirical validation across various asset classes. Second, its mathematical construction—comparing the magnitude of recent gains to recent losses—directly measures momentum, which often precedes price reversals at extremes. Third, RSI's bounded nature (0-100 range) makes it ideal for creating clearly defined zones without subjective interpretation. The integration transforms this numerical oscillator into a spatial visualization system. Rather than simply reading RSI values, traders can immediately perceive market conditions through color psychology: red triggers caution, green suggests opportunity, and yellow indicates neutrality. This multi-sensory approach reduces cognitive load during fast-moving markets and helps overcome confirmation bias that might occur when interpreting raw numbers. Component Synergy: How the System Works Together The indicator comprises three interconnected layers that create a unified analytical framework: Core Calculation Layer: The traditional RSI calculation processes price data using the specified period length (default 14 periods). This generates the fundamental sentiment metric that drives all subsequent visualizations. The RSI calculation serves as the "brain" of the indicator, continuously analyzing market momentum. Sentiment Classification Layer: This layer applies threshold logic to categorize each RSI reading into one of three emotional states. Readings above 70 are classified as "Greed" (market potentially overbought), below 30 as "Fear" (market potentially oversold), and between 30-70 as "Neutral" (balanced market conditions). These thresholds are based on the conventional RSI interpretation framework that has been widely adopted in technical analysis. Visual Translation Layer: The most innovative aspect transforms numerical classifications into immediate visual cues. The colored ribbon area creates a "sentiment atmosphere" around price action, while the background tint provides subtle contextual framing. Horizontal reference lines at 30, 50, and 70 offer precise anchoring points, and the floating label provides real-time status updates. These elements work in concert: the ribbon shows sentiment intensity, the background provides persistent context, and the reference lines offer precise measurement points. Practical Application: How to Use the Indicator Effectively For optimal results, traders should incorporate this tool into a comprehensive analysis framework: Initial Setup: Apply the indicator to any financial chart (stocks, forex, cryptocurrencies, etc.) using the default 14-period setting for general purposes. For shorter timeframes, consider reducing the period to 10; for longer-term analysis, increase to 20-25 periods. Signal Interpretation: When the ribbon turns red and the background tints crimson, exercise caution with new long positions and consider profit-taking on existing holdings. Green zones may indicate accumulation opportunities, particularly if accompanied by bullish divergence (price making lower lows while RSI makes higher lows). Yellow areas suggest normal market fluctuation where trend-following strategies may be more appropriate than reversal anticipation. Confirmation Protocol: Always wait for additional confirmation before acting on extreme readings. For greed zone signals, look for bearish candlestick patterns, resistance at key price levels, or decreasing volume. For fear zone signals, watch for bullish reversal patterns, support levels holding, or increasing volume on down moves. Timeframe Harmony: Analyze multiple timeframes simultaneously. A greed signal on a daily chart carries more weight than one on a 15-minute chart. Look for alignment across timeframes for higher-probability setups. Alert Utilization: Enable the built-in alert system to receive notifications when sentiment zones change, ensuring you never miss potential opportunities or risk scenarios. Original Contribution: What Sets This Indicator Apart While RSI indicators are ubiquitous, the "Fear Greed Ranges" implementation offers several distinctive advantages: Cognitive Efficiency: By converting numerical data into immediate visual perception, the indicator reduces the mental processing required to assess market conditions. Traders can glance at a chart and instantly understand the sentiment landscape without calculating or interpreting raw values. Contextual Persistence: The colored background maintains a subtle but constant reminder of the prevailing sentiment, preventing the common pitfall of overlooking extreme conditions that might develop gradually. Dual-Layer Communication: The system operates on both conscious (reference lines, labels) and subconscious (color psychology) levels, engaging multiple cognitive pathways for more reliable signal recognition. Integrated Risk Framework: By explicitly naming emotional extremes ("Fear" and "Greed"), the indicator constantly reminds traders of the psychological forces driving markets, encouraging more disciplined decision-making. Important Considerations and Limitations No technical indicator guarantees future performance, and this tool should form only one component of a comprehensive trading strategy. Several critical factors require attention: Market Context Matters: During strong trending markets, RSI can remain in extreme zones for extended periods without immediate reversal. In such conditions, the indicator signals strength rather than imminent reversal. Volatility Adjustments: Highly volatile instruments may generate frequent zone changes that could lead to overtrading if not filtered appropriately. Complementary Tools: This indicator works best when combined with price action analysis, volume studies, support/resistance levels, and fundamental factors where applicable. Personal Adaptation: Traders should backtest the indicator on their preferred markets and timeframes to understand its characteristics before live implementation, potentially adjusting the RSI period or zone thresholds to match specific instrument behaviors. The "Fear Greed Ranges" indicator serves as a visual translator of market psychology, converting mathematical momentum readings into intuitive emotional landscapes. By making RSI interpretation more immediate and accessible, it helps traders maintain objectivity during emotionally charged market conditions and supports more disciplined execution of their trading strategies. Remember that successful trading involves risk management, continuous learning, and adapting tools to your individual approach—this indicator provides one lens through which to view the markets, not a complete trading system in itself.
Pine Script® indicator
by neeson1987
SIDDAMRAJU2Open the indicator Settings (Click the Gear icon). Look for the "Target Line Settings" group. You can now pick any Color you want, change the Style to Solid/Dotted/Dashed, and make the line Thicker or Thinner. Would you like me to... Add "Risk to Reward" (RR) Ratio to the table? Since we know the Stop Loss distance and the Target distance, I can calculate the exact Ratio (e.g., "1:2.5") and display it in the dashboard so you know if the trade is worth taking.
Pine Script® indicator
by carajusiddam9
Gold Master Analysis 2026The Gold Master Analysis 2026 is a high-performance technical indicator specifically optimized for high-volatility assets like XAUUSD. It combines Market Structure analysis with Momentum tracking to give traders a "clean" bird's-eye view of the current trend without cluttering the price action. █ KEY FEATURES Dynamic Market Baseline: Uses a 200-period EMA to define the primary trend. The line changes color dynamically based on whether price is in a "Bullish" or "Bearish" regime. Visual Atmosphere: The chart background subtly tints green or red to give the trader instant psychological confirmation of the current market bias. Professional Dashboard: A sleek, non-intrusive data table in the top-right corner providing real-time trend status, momentum strength, and precise RSI values. Anti-Clutter Design: Unlike "spaghetti" indicators, this script uses a minimalist approach to keep your focus on the candles. █ HOW IT WORKS Trend Identification: As long as price stays above the Market Baseline, the trend is considered bullish. If it falls below, the script signals a bearish shift. Momentum Exhaustion: The dashboard tracks the Relative Strength Index (RSI). If the RSI exceeds 70, the dashboard labels the market as "OVERBOUGHT," suggesting a potential pullback is coming. Real-Time Calculations: The script uses logic to ensure the dashboard only updates on the most recent bar, preventing chart lag and maintaining high performance.
Pine Script® indicator
by Mentor_Michael03
Markov 4-Bar with Option suggestion Markov 4 Bar Probability Study — Smarter Pattern Forecasting The Markov 4 Bar Probability Study gives traders a data driven edge by analyzing the most recent four candles and comparing them to hundreds of historical matches. Instead of guessing what comes next, the study shows how similar patterns behaved in the past—revealing the probability of an up move, down move, average return, and how often the next bar produced a strong push. A customizable Strong Threshold (%) lets you define what counts as a “strong” move. Lower values capture subtle momentum shifts, while higher values isolate only the most meaningful expansions, and this same strength read is used to suggest a directional options spread (for example, favoring a bullish credit spread when the pattern shows a strong upside edge, or a bearish one when downside odds dominate). This tool is fast, visual, and built for real time decision making. If you want a clean statistical read on what usually follows your current 4 bar pattern—plus a suggested options spread aligned with that edge—this study delivers it with clarity and precision.
Pine Script® indicator
by tellyt
ICT Professional OB HunterICT Professional OB Hunter A professional-grade Order Block mapping tool designed for traders following Smart Money Concepts to track institutional order flow and significant market structures. This tool identifies validated Order Blocks with Break of Structure confirmation, filtering out market noise and focusing only on high-probability levels where institutional participation is evident. How It Works The script operates without repainting, using historical swing highs and lows as reference points rather than future data. Three core criteria must be satisfied before an Order Block is drawn: Strong Candle Formation: The candle must have a significant body (no dojis), exceeding the ATR threshold—indicating genuine institutional participation rather than indecision. Displacement: Following the Order Block candle, price must move with momentum exceeding 1.5x the ATR. This captures true "market shifting" moves while ignoring slow, low-volume price action. Break of Structure: Price must definitively break the previous swing high or low to confirm momentum before the Order Block is validated and drawn. What You See on the Chart Thick Blue Lines: Bullish Order Blocks representing demand zones where price historically finds support and reacts upward. Thick Orange Lines: Bearish Order Blocks representing supply zones that act as resistance. Yellow Boxes: OTE (Optimal Trade Entry) zones between the 50% and 61.8% retracement levels of the Order Block—ICT's preferred fib confluence area for precision entries. Dashed Lines: Breaker Blocks indicating former Order Blocks that have been violated by price and now act as reverse levels or "mitigated" areas. Key Differences from Standard Tools Most available Order Block indicators mark every red or green candle indiscriminately, creating excessive noise and poor trading opportunities. This code implements a displacement filter to capture only structures formed after significant, volume-backed institutional moves. It contains no future reference or repainting logic—all decisions finalize strictly on bar close based on confirmed historical data. Settings Displacement Lookback (2-5 bars): Determines how many subsequent bars to analyze for momentum confirmation after the initial Order Block candle. Three bars provides the optimal balance between responsiveness and confirmation. ATR Multiplier (0.5+): Sets the sensitivity for displacement detection. A value of 1.5 works well for Gold (XAU/USD). Lower values generate more Order Blocks but decrease quality and reliability. Mitigation Zones: Toggle the display of OTE (Optimal Trade Entry) boxes on or off. Usage Recommendations This indicator is not a standalone buy/sell signal generator—it marks zones where institutional capital is likely positioned. Recommended approach: Apply to 15-minute or 1-hour charts, particularly during the New York session (14:30-17:00 EST) when institutional volume peaks. Wait for price to reach the confluence of the Blue Line and Yellow OTE box. The setup invalidates if price closes below the OTE zone boundary. When Orange lines transition to dashed (Breaker Block), recognize that former support has become resistance; adjust position management accordingly. Risk Warning This is a statistical model based on historical price behavior, not a "holy grail" solution. Market conditions change, particularly during high-volatility macroeconomic news events (FOMC, CPI, NFP), where Order Blocks may fail. Always employ stop-loss protection and integrate this tool as one component of a comprehensive risk management strategy rather than relying on it exclusively. Written in Pine Script v6 utilizing array structures for efficient real-time line updates and optimized for performance even on older hardware configurations. Developer Note: Historical backtest analysis indicates that BOS-validated Order Blocks, particularly in Gold (XAU/USD) and major indices, demonstrate improved win rates when combined with disciplined entry criteria and proper risk management. However, the market retains ultimate authority—respect price action above all indicators.
Pine Script® indicator
by MethaWolf_Trader