OPEN-SOURCE SCRIPT
ATR + Momentum Shifts w/Take Profit
This script is a technical analysis indicator designed to assist in identifying potential entry points and setting take profit levels in trading. It combines the Average True Range (ATR) indicator, momentum shifts, and customizable take profit levels to provide insights into potential market movements.
Differences from Currently Published Ones:
This script is unique due to its use of a combination of elements:
ATR and Momentum: The script combines the ATR indicator to provide dynamic support and resistance levels with the momentum indicator to identify shifts in the underlying momentum.
Customizable Take Profit Levels: It offers the ability to set take profit levels based on customizable multipliers of the ATR, helping traders manage potential profits.
How to Use:
ATR Bands: The script plots upper and lower ATR bands as potential dynamic support and resistance levels.
Shift Arrows: Arrows are plotted below bars for potential long entry opportunities (green triangle) and above bars for potential short entry opportunities (yellow triangle).
Take Profit Levels: The script also plots take profit levels both above and below the source price based on the ATR multipliers set in the inputs.
Markets and Conditions:
This script can be used across various financial markets, including stocks, forex, commodities, and cryptocurrencies. It's most effective in trending markets where momentum shifts can signal potential reversals or continuation of trends. Traders should consider the following conditions:
Trend Confirmation: Look for momentum shifts in the direction of the prevailing trend for higher probability setups.
Volatility: Higher volatility can amplify ATR movements and subsequently affect the placement of ATR bands and take profit levels.
Risk Management: Always implement proper risk management strategies to protect your capital.
Additional Considerations:
Customization: Traders can adjust input parameters like ATR length, momentum length, and take profit multipliers to match their trading style and market conditions.
Combining with Other Indicators: Consider using this indicator in conjunction with other technical indicators or chart patterns for confirmation.
Differences from Currently Published Ones:
This script is unique due to its use of a combination of elements:
ATR and Momentum: The script combines the ATR indicator to provide dynamic support and resistance levels with the momentum indicator to identify shifts in the underlying momentum.
Customizable Take Profit Levels: It offers the ability to set take profit levels based on customizable multipliers of the ATR, helping traders manage potential profits.
How to Use:
ATR Bands: The script plots upper and lower ATR bands as potential dynamic support and resistance levels.
Shift Arrows: Arrows are plotted below bars for potential long entry opportunities (green triangle) and above bars for potential short entry opportunities (yellow triangle).
Take Profit Levels: The script also plots take profit levels both above and below the source price based on the ATR multipliers set in the inputs.
Markets and Conditions:
This script can be used across various financial markets, including stocks, forex, commodities, and cryptocurrencies. It's most effective in trending markets where momentum shifts can signal potential reversals or continuation of trends. Traders should consider the following conditions:
Trend Confirmation: Look for momentum shifts in the direction of the prevailing trend for higher probability setups.
Volatility: Higher volatility can amplify ATR movements and subsequently affect the placement of ATR bands and take profit levels.
Risk Management: Always implement proper risk management strategies to protect your capital.
Additional Considerations:
Customization: Traders can adjust input parameters like ATR length, momentum length, and take profit multipliers to match their trading style and market conditions.
Combining with Other Indicators: Consider using this indicator in conjunction with other technical indicators or chart patterns for confirmation.
Open-source script
In true TradingView spirit, the author of this script has published it open-source, so traders can understand and verify it. Cheers to the author! You may use it for free, but reuse of this code in publication is governed by House rules. You can favorite it to use it on a chart.
KP
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