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Moving Grid Trader - Alerts

Oct 5, 2022

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The Moving Grid Trader - Alerts indicator provides a systematic grid-based trading framework designed to capture profits within a range following a trend confirmation. It utilizes MACD momentum filtering to qualify entry signals and establishes a multi-layered exit grid to lock in gains or trigger a stop-loss during adverse price movements.

Usage

The tool is primarily intended for bullish or ranging market environments. A "BUY" signal is generated when the price closes higher than its open, provided there is no active order and the MACD histogram shows positive momentum (growing above or below the zero line).

Once a position is active, the indicator calculates a series of 50 grid levels above the entry price and a fixed stop-loss below it.

  • Take Profit: A "MONEY" label appears when the price crosses under one of the predefined grid levels after having reached it, signaling a potential trailing exit or profit-taking opportunity.
  • Stop Loss: A "Stoploss" label is triggered if the price crosses below the calculated stop-loss boundary (2% below the entry).
  • Trend Following: If the price continues to climb significantly (above the 50th grid level), the system updates the reference position to trail the rising price.

Details

The script combines momentum oscillators with a static-interval grid system. It uses two EMAs (21 and 100) to visually track the trend, while the core execution logic relies on a customizable MACD. The MACD acts as a filter to ensure trades are only initiated when momentum is shifting favorably. The grid itself is comprised of 50 levels spaced at roughly 0.02% intervals (starting from a 0.01% offset), allowing for highly granular exit detection in volatile ranging markets.

Settings

EMA & MACD Settings

  • Short Term EMA: Sets the length for the fast trend line (Default: 21).
  • Long Term EMA: Sets the length for the slow trend line (Default: 100).
  • Fast Length: The fast period for the MACD calculation.
  • Slow Length: The slow period for the MACD calculation.
  • Signal Smoothing: The smoothing period for the MACD signal line.
  • Oscillator/Signal MA Type: Allows choosing between SMA or EMA for the MACD components.

Visuals

  • Width of EMA signal lines: Adjusts the thickness of the plotted EMA lines.
  • Color Settings: Customization options for the MACD line, Signal line, and Histogram growth/fall colors.

FAQ

How do I interpret the "MONEY" signal?

The "MONEY" signal indicates that the price has hit one of the grid levels and then crossed back under it, suggesting a local peak within the grid where profits can be realized.

Can this be used for shorting?

This specific version is optimized for "Buy" entries and is best suited for bullish trends or horizontal accumulation ranges.

How can I access Moving Grid Trader - Alerts?

You can get access on the LuxAlgo Library for charting platforms like TradingView, MetaTrader (MT4/MT5), and NinjaTrader for free.

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