The Hamming Moving Average

The Hamming Moving Average on FX Replay is a powerful smoothing tool that helps you identify cleaner trends by reducing the impact of erratic price spikes. It applies a weighted formula that emphasizes the center of the data window, making it especially effective for spotting cyclical behavior in markets.

How to Use the Hamming Moving Average in FX Replay:

Add to Your Chart:

• Go to the Indicators tab and search for “Moving Average Hamming.”
• Choose a period that fits your strategy (e.g., 20 for short-term, 100+ for long-term).

Interpret Price Interaction:

• Price crossing above the Hamming MA → Potential buy signal
• Price crossing below the Hamming MA → Potential sell signal

Use It for Trend & Entry Confirmation:

• Confirm trade direction using the Hamming MA alongside other tools like RSI, MACD, or order block zones.
• The smoother output helps clarify market structure in volatile conditions.

Apply in Replay Mode:

• Use FX Replay’s backtesting engine to test how the Hamming MA works on different pairs and timeframes.
• Combine with our Position Tool to analyze stop-loss placement and optimal R:R setups.

‍