RSI Breakout Trend + TP/SL

Mar 13, 2026

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Price Action Based
Dynamic Overlays
Support and Resistance
Signals
Oscillators
Candlestick
Money Management
Moving Averages
Volatility

The RSI Breakout Trend + TP/SL indicator is a comprehensive trend-momentum tool designed to identify trend continuations and potential reversals directly on the price chart. By combining RSI momentum projection with dynamic trend identification and automated risk management, it helps traders capture breakouts from overbought and oversold zones.

Usage

The indicator can be used to trade both trend-following and counter-trend strategies. It identifies market direction via a Margin Line and monitors RSI extreme zones. When the RSI enters an overbought (OB) or oversold (OS) area, a dynamic box is formed around the price action. Once the RSI exits these zones, the box locks, and two horizontal breakout lines are established.

  • Long Signals: Occur when the price breaks above the upper line of an OB box or the upper line of an OS box (reversal).
  • Short Signals: Occur when the price breaks below the lower line of an OS box or the lower line of an OB box (reversal).

Users can filter these signals to show only those aligning with the current trend or only those indicating a potential reversal. The tool also provides automated TP/SL levels for position management.

Details

The script employs a non-standard trend-tracking mechanism inspired by SuperTrend. It maps RSI momentum onto the current price range and applies smoothing to create a dynamic reference line. An adaptive tolerance margin, based on average candle body size, is then added to this line; the trend state changes only when the price breaks through this margin.

The breakout logic is independent of the trend state. Boxes expand dynamically to capture the full price range during an RSI extreme. Once the RSI returns to the 30-70 range, the script generates breakout triggers that remain active until a price cross occurs or a new extreme zone is detected.

Settings

RSI & Trend Settings

  • RSI Length / RSI MA Length: Determines the lookback period for the RSI and its moving average smoothing.
  • Price Range Lookback: Sets the lookback period for projecting RSI onto the price chart.
  • Smoothing Length & Type: Configures the smoothing (SMA, EMA, or WMA) applied to the projected trend line.
  • Tolerance Multiplier: Adjusts the width of the margin around the trend line based on average candle volatility.

Box & Signal Settings

  • Overbought / Oversold Level: Defines the RSI thresholds (default 70/30) for box creation.
  • Signal Filters: Allows users to toggle between "Only Trend-Following Signals" and "Only Counter-Trend Signals".
  • Enable Candle Coloring: Toggles trend-based candle coloring on or off.

TP/SL Settings

  • SL Calculation Mode: Choose between ATR-based (default 1.5x) or percentage-based stop losses.
  • Take Profit Ratios: Set up to three Take Profit levels based on Risk-to-Reward (RR) ratios.
  • Visibility Toggles: Independent controls for displaying SL and the three TP levels.

FAQ

How do I interpret the triangle signals? Green triangles represent bullish breakouts (upward movement through a box boundary), while red triangles represent bearish breakouts (downward movement through a box boundary).

How can I improve signal accuracy? Consider using the "Trend-Following" filter to align signals with the primary market direction, and verify entries against established support and resistance levels.

How do I access the RSI Breakout Trend + TP/SL? You can get access on the LuxAlgo Library for charting platforms like TradingView, MetaTrader (MT4/MT5), and NinjaTrader for free.

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