Support and Resistance Levels with Breaks

Sep 27, 2020

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Support and Resistance
Volume Based
Signals
Pivot Based (Retrospective)
Works on the following platforms:
tradingviewSymbolTradingView
For free use on the TradingView platform
ninjatraderNinjaTrader
For free use on the NinjaTrader platform
metatrader4MetaTrader 4
For free use on the MetaTrader 4 platform
metatrader5MetaTrader 5
For free use on the MetaTrader 5 platform
thinkorswimThinkorswim
For free use on the Thinkorswim platform

In the world of trading, effective decision-making can hinge on understanding crucial pivot points. These support and resistance levels not only guide strategic entries and exits but also provide a framework for assessing market trends. Enhanced by break signal tags, this pivot point indicator stands out by offering a filtered perspective through the integration of the Volume Oscillator, enabling traders to discern major breakouts from market noise.

Understanding the Pivot Point Trading Indicator's Capabilities

Pivot points serve as a cornerstone for assessing potential support and resistance levels. This trading indicator elevates such foundational insights by marking significant breaks across these levels, while the Volume Oscillator ensures that only substantive movements are highlighted. This optimization minimizes false signals and declutters the trading landscape.

The innovative design also prioritizes transparency in bullish movements. Breaks accompanied by candles with prominent wicks signify bullish behavior, providing an additional layer for traders to analyze potential market momentum.

Key Features and Settings

Analyzing Breaks with Significance

  • Volume-Based Filtering: By utilizing the Volume Oscillator, the indicator screens out less significant breaks, focusing instead on those exceeding volume thresholds. This results in clearer, actionable insights.

  • Candle Analysis: Breaks are further categorized based on candle wick length, distinguishing bearish from bullish movements to offer a nuanced market view.

Customizable Settings

  • Left Bars: Adjust the number of bars on the chart to the left of the pivot, tailoring the historical context to suit your analysis.

  • Right Bars: Define the number of bars to the right, enabling forward projection and planning.

  • Volume Threshold: Set your preferred volume threshold percentage to determine the impact strength of potential market moves.

How to Employ the Pivot Point Indicator in Your Trading Strategy

The ability to distinguish between significant and insignificant pivot breaks is critical for effective trading. Given that certain support and resistance levels may break without vigor, traders must discern whether these breaks signal a weakened market movement. This indicator's focus on significant breaks ensures a stronger, clearer market trend analysis.

FAQ for the Pivot Point Trading Indicator

Q: How do I access this Pivot Point Trading Indicator? You can get access on the LuxAlgo Library for charting platforms like TradingView, MetaTrader (MT4/MT5), and NinjaTrader for free.

Q: What is the role of the "Bull or Bear Wick" notation? The "Bull or Bear Wick" notation aids in identifying whether a break occurred under bullish or bearish conditions based on the candle's wick length, contributing to a more informed trading strategy.

Q: Why is volume significant in identifying breaks? Volume offers insight into the strength of a movement. With the Volume Oscillator, traders can filter out insignificant market noise and focus on substantial breaks, aiding in more decisive trading actions.

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