Price Action Candlestick Patterns Indicator ALL In One

Dato896 · Jul 8, 2024

The CandlestickPatterns indicator for MetaTrader 4 (MT4) is a comprehensive tool designed to identify and highlight key candlestick patterns on trading charts. This highly customizable indicator allows traders to choose which patterns to display and how to present them, enhancing their ability to make informed trading decisions based on technical analysis.

Features

Customizable Candlestick Patterns

The indicator identifies 12 major candlestick patterns, both bullish and bearish.
Users can enable or disable specific patterns according to their trading strategy.

Pattern Detection

Bullish Patterns: Hammer, Bullish Engulfing, Morning Star, Three White Soldiers, Bullish Harami, Inverted Hammer.
Bearish Patterns: Shooting Star, Bearish Engulfing, Evening Star, Three Black Crows, Bearish Harami, Hanging Man.

Flexible Display Options

Each pattern is marked on the chart with arrows for easy identification.
Arrows are color-coded (blue for bullish patterns and red for bearish patterns) and can be customized in size and spacing.

Moving Average (MA) Integration

The indicator includes an optional moving average line that can be displayed on the chart.
The MA settings are fully adjustable, including period, method (SMA, EMA, etc.), timeframe, and applied price.

Alerts System

The indicator provides various alert options, including on-screen messages, sound alerts, push notifications, and email alerts.
Alerts can be configured to trigger when a specific number of patterns are detected, ensuring traders do not miss significant trading signals.

Usability

The CandlestickPatterns indicator is an invaluable tool for traders who rely on candlestick pattern analysis for their trading decisions. Its flexibility and customization options make it suitable for various trading styles and strategies, from day trading to long-term investing.

Traders can easily integrate this indicator into their existing trading systems, leveraging its pattern detection capabilities to identify potential market reversals, continuations, and other significant price movements. The built-in alerts system ensures that traders are promptly notified of important signals, allowing them to act quickly in fast-moving markets.

Overall, the CandlestickPatterns indicator provides a clear and concise visual representation of key candlestick patterns, aiding traders in their technical analysis and helping to improve their trading performance.

Multiple Pattern Detection

The CandlestickPatterns indicator is designed to identify and highlight multiple candlestick patterns simultaneously. This functionality is particularly useful when several patterns converge on the same candle, indicating a stronger signal.

Key Features of Multiple Pattern Detection

Convergence of Patterns

The indicator can show multiple patterns on a single candle, represented by arrows.
Blue arrows indicate bullish patterns, while red arrows signify bearish patterns.
When several arrows are displayed on the same candle, it suggests that multiple patterns have formed concurrently, strengthening the signal.

Enhanced Signal Strength

The convergence of patterns on a single candle close suggests a higher probability of a significant market move.
For instance, a candle may exhibit both a Bullish Engulfing pattern and a Morning Star, marked by two or more blue arrows. This confluence signals a stronger bullish sentiment.

Visual Representation

Arrows are placed above or below the candle to denote the detected patterns.
Multiple arrows on a single candle provide a clear visual cue of the confluence, making it easier for traders to spot and act upon.

Example Scenarios

Bullish Confluence

A candle closes with two blue arrows, indicating both a Hammer and a Bullish Harami pattern.
This dual confirmation suggests a strong potential for an upward price movement.

Bearish Confluence

A candle closes with three red arrows, indicating a Shooting Star, a Bearish Engulfing, and a Bearish Harami pattern.
This triple confirmation signals a significant likelihood of a downward price movement.

Mixed Patterns

On rarer occasions, a candle might show both bullish and bearish patterns, marked by both blue and red arrows.
This mixed signal indicates market indecision and potential volatility, prompting traders to exercise caution.

Input Parameters

ShowMA: Option to display the Moving Average on the chart.
- true : Display the Moving Average.
- false : Hide the Moving Average.
MA_Period: Number of bars used to calculate the Moving Average.
MA_Method: Method used to calculate the Moving Average. Options include:
- Simple Moving Average (SMA)
- Exponential Moving Average (EMA)
- Smoothed Moving Average (SMMA)
- Linear Weighted Moving Average (LWMA)
MA_Timeframe: Timeframe used to calculate the Moving Average. Options include:
- 1 minute (M1)
- 5 minutes (M5)
- 15 minutes (M15)
- 30 minutes (M30)
- 1 hour (H1)
- 4 hours (H4)
- 1 day (D1)
- 1 week (W1)
- 1 month (MN1)
- Current timeframe (default)
MA_Price: Price used to calculate the Moving Average. Options include:
- Close price
- Open price
- High price
- Low price
- Median price ((High + Low) / 2)
- Typical price ((High + Low + Close) / 3)
- Weighted close price ((High + Low + Close + Close) / 4)
ShowHammer: Toggle the display of the Hammer candlestick pattern.
ShowBullishEngulfing: Toggle the display of the Bullish Engulfing candlestick pattern.
ShowMorningStar: Toggle the display of the Morning Star candlestick pattern.
ShowThreeWhiteSoldiers: Toggle the display of the Three White Soldiers candlestick pattern.
ShowBullishHarami: Toggle the display of the Bullish Harami candlestick pattern.
ShowInvertedHammer: Toggle the display of the Inverted Hammer candlestick pattern.
ShowShootingStar: Toggle the display of the Shooting Star candlestick pattern.
ShowBearishEngulfing: Toggle the display of the Bearish Engulfing candlestick pattern.
ShowEveningStar: Toggle the display of the Evening Star candlestick pattern.
ShowThreeBlackCrows: Toggle the display of the Three Black Crows candlestick pattern.
ShowBearishHarami: Toggle the display of the Bearish Harami candlestick pattern.
ShowHangingMan: Toggle the display of the Hanging Man candlestick pattern.
BullishArrowColor: Color of the arrows for bullish candlestick patterns.
BearishArrowColor: Color of the arrows for bearish candlestick patterns.
ArrowSize: Size of the arrows displayed on the chart.
ArrowSpacingPercentage: Spacing of the arrows as a percentage of the candle's range (high - low). For example, a value of 0.1 means the arrows will be spaced at 10% of the candle's range.
MinPatternNumber: Minimum number of patterns required before displaying arrows. This helps filter out less significant patterns.
AlertsOn: Toggle alerts for detected patterns.
AlertsMessage: Enable or disable message alerts.
AlertPush: Enable or disable push notifications for alerts.
AlertsSound: Enable or disable sound alerts.
AlertsEmail: Enable or disable email alerts.

Conclusion

The CandlestickPatterns indicator's ability to highlight multiple patterns on a single candle enhances its utility by providing stronger and more reliable signals. This feature is particularly valuable for traders who rely on technical analysis to make informed decisions, as it underscores the significance of the detected patterns and helps identify potential market turning points with greater confidence.