OPEN-SOURCE SCRIPT
AWR_8DLRC
1. Overview and Objective
The AWR_8DLRC indicator is designed to display multiple dynamic channels directly on your chart (with the overlay enabled). It creates dynamic envelopes based on a regression-like approach combined with a volatility measure derived from the root mean square error (RMSE). These channels can help identify support and resistance areas, overbought/oversold conditions, or even potential trend reversals by providing several layers of analysis using different multipliers and timeframes.
2. Input Parameters
Source and Multiplier
The indicator uses the closing price (close) as its default data source.
A floating-point parameter mult (default value: 3.0) is available. This multiplier is primarily used for channel 5, while other channels employ fixed multipliers (1, 2, or 3) to generate different sensitivity levels.
Channel Lengths
Several channels are calculated with distinct lookback lengths:
Channel 5: Uses a length of 1000 periods (its plot is commented out in the code, so it is not displayed by default).
Channel 6: Uses a length of 2000 periods.
Channel 7: Uses a length of 3000 periods.
Channel 8: Uses a length of 4000 periods.
Custom Colors and Transparencies
Each channel (or group of channels) can be customized with specific colors and transparency settings. For example, channel 6 uses a light yellow tone, channel 7 is red, and channel 8 is white.
Additionally, specific fill colors are defined for the shaded areas between the upper and lower lines of some channels, enhancing visual clarity.
3. Channel Calculation Mechanism
At the heart of the indicator is the function f_calcChannel(), which takes as input:
A data source (_src),
A period (_length), and
A multiplier (_mult).
The calculation process comprises several key steps:
Moving Averages Calculation
The function computes both a weighted moving average (WMA) and a simple moving average (SMA) over the defined length.
Baseline Determination
It then combines these averages into two values (A and B) using linear formulas (e.g., A = 4*b - 3*a and B = 3*a - 2*b). These values help to establish a baseline that represents the central trend during the lookback period.
Slope and Deviation Calculation
A slope (m) is calculated based on the difference between A and B.
The function iterates over the period, measuring the squared deviation between the actual data point and a corresponding value on the regression line. The sum of these squared deviations is used to compute the RMSE.
Defining Upper and Lower Bounds
The RMSE is multiplied by the provided multiplier (_mult) and then added to or subtracted from the baseline B to create the upper and lower channel boundaries.
This method produces an envelope that widens or narrows based on the volatility reflected by the RMSE.
This process is repeated using different multipliers (1, 2, and 3) for channels 6, 7, and 8, providing multiple levels that offer deeper insights into market conditions.
4. Chart Visualization
The indicator plots several lines and shaded regions:
Channels 6, 7, and 8: For each of these channels, three levels are calculated:
Levels with a multiplier of 1 (thin lines with a line width of 1),
Levels with a multiplier of 2 (medium lines with a line width of 2),
Levels with a multiplier of 3 (thick lines with a line width of 4).
To further enhance visual interpretation, shaded areas (fills) are added between the upper and lower lines — notably for the level with multiplier 3.
Channel 5: Although the calculations for channel 5 are included, its plot commands are commented out. This means it won’t display on the chart unless you uncomment the relevant lines by modifying the script.
5. Conditions and Alerts
Beyond the visual channels, the indicator integrates several alert conditions and visual markers:
Graphical Conditions:
The script defines conditions checking whether the price (i.e., the source) is above or below specific channel levels, particularly the levels calculated with multipliers 2 and 3.
“Mixed” conditions are also established to detect when the price is simultaneously above one set of levels and below another, aiming to highlight potential reversal areas.
Automated Alerts:
Alert conditions are programmed to notify you when the price crosses specific channel boundaries:
Alerts for conditions such as “Upper Channels 2” or “Lower Channels 2” indicate when prices exceed or fall below the second level of the channels.
Similarly, alerts for “Upper Channels 3” and “Lower Channels 3” correspond to the more extreme boundaries defined by the multiplier of 3.
Visual Symbols:
The indicator employs the plotchar() function to place symbols (like 🌙, ⚠️, 🪐, and ☢️) directly on the chart. These symbols make it easy to spot when the price meets these crucial levels.
These alert features are especially valuable for traders who rely on real-time notifications to adjust positions or watch for potential trend shifts.
6. How to Use the Indicator
Installation and Setup:
Copy the provided code into your Pine Script editor on your charting platform (e.g., TradingView) and add the indicator to your chart.
Customize the parameters according to your trading strategy:
Channel Lengths: Modify the lookback periods to see how the envelope adapts.
Colors and Transparencies: Adjust these to fit your display preferences.
Multipliers: Experiment with the multipliers to observe how different settings affect the channel widths.
Interpreting the Channels:
The upper and lower bands represent dynamic thresholds that change with market volatility.
A price that nears an upper boundary might indicate an overextended move upward, whereas a break beyond these dynamic boundaries could signal a potential trend reversal.
Utilizing Alerts:
Configure notifications based on the alert conditions so you can be alerted when the price moves beyond the defined channel levels. This can help trigger entry or exit signals, or simply keep you informed of significant price movements.
Multi-Level Analysis:
The strength of this indicator lies in its multi-level approach. With three defined levels for channels 6, 7, and 8, you gain a more nuanced view of market volatility and trend strength.
For instance, a price crossing the level with a multiplier of 2 might indicate the start of a trend change, while a break of the level with multiplier 3 might confirm a strong trend movement.
7. In Summary
The AWR_8DLRC indicator is a comprehensive tool for drawing dynamic channels based on a regression and RMSE-driven volatility measure. It offers:
Multiple channel levels, each with different lookback periods and multipliers.
Shaded regions between channel boundaries for rapid visual interpretation.
Alert conditions to notify you immediately when the price hits critical levels.
Visual markers directly on the chart to highlight key moments of price action.
This indicator is particularly suited for technical traders seeking to dynamically identify support and resistance zones with a responsive alert system. Its customizable settings and rich array of signals provide an excellent framework to refine your trading decisions.
The AWR_8DLRC indicator is designed to display multiple dynamic channels directly on your chart (with the overlay enabled). It creates dynamic envelopes based on a regression-like approach combined with a volatility measure derived from the root mean square error (RMSE). These channels can help identify support and resistance areas, overbought/oversold conditions, or even potential trend reversals by providing several layers of analysis using different multipliers and timeframes.
2. Input Parameters
Source and Multiplier
The indicator uses the closing price (close) as its default data source.
A floating-point parameter mult (default value: 3.0) is available. This multiplier is primarily used for channel 5, while other channels employ fixed multipliers (1, 2, or 3) to generate different sensitivity levels.
Channel Lengths
Several channels are calculated with distinct lookback lengths:
Channel 5: Uses a length of 1000 periods (its plot is commented out in the code, so it is not displayed by default).
Channel 6: Uses a length of 2000 periods.
Channel 7: Uses a length of 3000 periods.
Channel 8: Uses a length of 4000 periods.
Custom Colors and Transparencies
Each channel (or group of channels) can be customized with specific colors and transparency settings. For example, channel 6 uses a light yellow tone, channel 7 is red, and channel 8 is white.
Additionally, specific fill colors are defined for the shaded areas between the upper and lower lines of some channels, enhancing visual clarity.
3. Channel Calculation Mechanism
At the heart of the indicator is the function f_calcChannel(), which takes as input:
A data source (_src),
A period (_length), and
A multiplier (_mult).
The calculation process comprises several key steps:
Moving Averages Calculation
The function computes both a weighted moving average (WMA) and a simple moving average (SMA) over the defined length.
Baseline Determination
It then combines these averages into two values (A and B) using linear formulas (e.g., A = 4*b - 3*a and B = 3*a - 2*b). These values help to establish a baseline that represents the central trend during the lookback period.
Slope and Deviation Calculation
A slope (m) is calculated based on the difference between A and B.
The function iterates over the period, measuring the squared deviation between the actual data point and a corresponding value on the regression line. The sum of these squared deviations is used to compute the RMSE.
Defining Upper and Lower Bounds
The RMSE is multiplied by the provided multiplier (_mult) and then added to or subtracted from the baseline B to create the upper and lower channel boundaries.
This method produces an envelope that widens or narrows based on the volatility reflected by the RMSE.
This process is repeated using different multipliers (1, 2, and 3) for channels 6, 7, and 8, providing multiple levels that offer deeper insights into market conditions.
4. Chart Visualization
The indicator plots several lines and shaded regions:
Channels 6, 7, and 8: For each of these channels, three levels are calculated:
Levels with a multiplier of 1 (thin lines with a line width of 1),
Levels with a multiplier of 2 (medium lines with a line width of 2),
Levels with a multiplier of 3 (thick lines with a line width of 4).
To further enhance visual interpretation, shaded areas (fills) are added between the upper and lower lines — notably for the level with multiplier 3.
Channel 5: Although the calculations for channel 5 are included, its plot commands are commented out. This means it won’t display on the chart unless you uncomment the relevant lines by modifying the script.
5. Conditions and Alerts
Beyond the visual channels, the indicator integrates several alert conditions and visual markers:
Graphical Conditions:
The script defines conditions checking whether the price (i.e., the source) is above or below specific channel levels, particularly the levels calculated with multipliers 2 and 3.
“Mixed” conditions are also established to detect when the price is simultaneously above one set of levels and below another, aiming to highlight potential reversal areas.
Automated Alerts:
Alert conditions are programmed to notify you when the price crosses specific channel boundaries:
Alerts for conditions such as “Upper Channels 2” or “Lower Channels 2” indicate when prices exceed or fall below the second level of the channels.
Similarly, alerts for “Upper Channels 3” and “Lower Channels 3” correspond to the more extreme boundaries defined by the multiplier of 3.
Visual Symbols:
The indicator employs the plotchar() function to place symbols (like 🌙, ⚠️, 🪐, and ☢️) directly on the chart. These symbols make it easy to spot when the price meets these crucial levels.
These alert features are especially valuable for traders who rely on real-time notifications to adjust positions or watch for potential trend shifts.
6. How to Use the Indicator
Installation and Setup:
Copy the provided code into your Pine Script editor on your charting platform (e.g., TradingView) and add the indicator to your chart.
Customize the parameters according to your trading strategy:
Channel Lengths: Modify the lookback periods to see how the envelope adapts.
Colors and Transparencies: Adjust these to fit your display preferences.
Multipliers: Experiment with the multipliers to observe how different settings affect the channel widths.
Interpreting the Channels:
The upper and lower bands represent dynamic thresholds that change with market volatility.
A price that nears an upper boundary might indicate an overextended move upward, whereas a break beyond these dynamic boundaries could signal a potential trend reversal.
Utilizing Alerts:
Configure notifications based on the alert conditions so you can be alerted when the price moves beyond the defined channel levels. This can help trigger entry or exit signals, or simply keep you informed of significant price movements.
Multi-Level Analysis:
The strength of this indicator lies in its multi-level approach. With three defined levels for channels 6, 7, and 8, you gain a more nuanced view of market volatility and trend strength.
For instance, a price crossing the level with a multiplier of 2 might indicate the start of a trend change, while a break of the level with multiplier 3 might confirm a strong trend movement.
7. In Summary
The AWR_8DLRC indicator is a comprehensive tool for drawing dynamic channels based on a regression and RMSE-driven volatility measure. It offers:
Multiple channel levels, each with different lookback periods and multipliers.
Shaded regions between channel boundaries for rapid visual interpretation.
Alert conditions to notify you immediately when the price hits critical levels.
Visual markers directly on the chart to highlight key moments of price action.
This indicator is particularly suited for technical traders seeking to dynamically identify support and resistance zones with a responsive alert system. Its customizable settings and rich array of signals provide an excellent framework to refine your trading decisions.
Open-source script
In true TradingView spirit, the creator of this script has made it open-source, so that traders can review and verify its functionality. Kudos to the author! While you can use it for free, remember that republishing the code is subject to our House Rules.
Disclaimer
The information and publications are not meant to be, and do not constitute, financial, investment, trading, or other types of advice or recommendations supplied or endorsed by TradingView. Read more in the Terms of Use.
Open-source script
In true TradingView spirit, the creator of this script has made it open-source, so that traders can review and verify its functionality. Kudos to the author! While you can use it for free, remember that republishing the code is subject to our House Rules.
Disclaimer
The information and publications are not meant to be, and do not constitute, financial, investment, trading, or other types of advice or recommendations supplied or endorsed by TradingView. Read more in the Terms of Use.