Inside Bar Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Inside Bar Indicator on FX Replay is designed to help traders isolate moments of price compression and potential breakout. Inside bars represent consolidation—often leading to explosive moves—and FX Replay's bar replay tool allows you to practice spotting and trading them in a realistic, time-controlled environment.

Step-by-Step: How to Use the Inside Bar in FX Replay

1. Start with Bar Replay Mode:

• Click the Bar Replay button at the top of your chart.
• A timeline scrubber with scissors will appear.
• Select a past date or bar where you’d like to begin analyzing price action.

2. Spot the Inside Bar Setup:

• Look for a candle that is entirely within the range (high/low) of the previous candle.
• This is your Inside Bar, with the previous candle being the Mother Bar.
• These typically form during consolidation and can precede significant breakouts.

3. Analyze the Setup:

• Replay the price action bar by bar.
• Consider:
  • Size and shape of the mother bar.
  • Placement of the inside bar.
  • Volume comparison.
• Use price structure, trend direction, and other indicators for context.

4. Trade Simulation in FX Replay:

• Use FX Replay's Position Tool to enter a trade at breakout of the inside bar.
• Set your stop outside the mother bar range.
• Use your preferred R:R or swing structure for take-profit.

5. Combine and Refine:

Stack this with additional context:

• Order Blocks
• Imbalance Zones
• HTF Market Structure

Use FX Replay’s built-in performance tracking to review and improve your strategy.