Live ICT Manipulation Candle [London Session, DST]

The Live ICT Manipulation Candle [London Session, DST] tool highlights the most volatile candle during the London session based on price range and volume to identify key manipulation points for intraday traders.

Usage

The indicator is designed to be used during the London session (specifically 3:00 AM to 5:00 AM NY time) to identify potential ICT manipulation setups. It monitors live price action on low-timeframe charts (1m, 5m, or 15m) and identifies the candle with the highest relative volatility or volume.

When a new manipulation candle is detected, the script draws a box around the price action and optionally displays a "Manipulation" label. This allows traders to visually anchor their analysis to the most significant candle of the session, which often acts as a point of interest for future price reactions.

Details

The script evaluates two primary metrics to determine "manipulation":

• Price Range: The difference between the high and low of the candle.
• Volume: The amount of trading activity during the candle period.

If a candle exceeds the previous maximum range or volume within the defined session window, it is flagged. The indicator updates in real-time, meaning the highlighted candle may shift if a more significant "manipulative" candle forms later in the session window. The script includes a timeframe check to ensure it is only used on 1-minute, 5-minute, or 15-minute charts, as these are the primary timeframes for ICT intraday concepts.

Settings

• London Session (NY Time w/ DST): Defines the session window for analysis (Default: 03:00-05:00).
• Highlight Color: Sets the color for the box and label used to highlight the manipulation candle.
• Box Border Width: Adjusts the thickness of the box border.
• Show Label: Toggles the visibility of the "Manipulation" text label above the candle.

FAQ

How do I use the Live ICT Manipulation Candle [London Session, DST]?

Load the indicator on a 1m, 5m, or 15m chart and look for the highlighted boxes during the pre-defined London session hours. These areas represent high-volatility points often associated with institutional manipulation.

Can I change the session times?

Yes, the session input can be adjusted in the settings menu to align with different time zones or specific session windows you wish to track.

Where can I access this tool?

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