Volatility Zero Trend Close-to-Close – FX Replay Guide

The Volatility Zero Trend Close-to-Close Indicator in FX Replay helps you track raw price movement between closing candles, giving you a fast and simple snapshot of market volatility. It’s ideal for spotting momentum shifts, entry timing after consolidation, or filtering trades during quiet price action.

🛠️ How to Use It in FX Replay

Add the Indicator:

• Open the Indicators panel.
• Search for “Volatility Zero Trend Close-to-Close” and apply it to your chart.
• Default settings work well, but you can apply smoothing (e.g., a short SMA) for clarity.

Interpreting the Indicator:

• High reading: Indicates strong price movement → increased volatility.
• Low reading: Indicates a quiet or consolidating market.

Use as a volatility filter:

• Trade only when value exceeds a threshold.
• Avoid entries when values are flat.

📈 Trade Setup Applications

• Breakout Entry:
  Look for a spike in value after tight price action → signals likely momentum burst.
• Trend Filter:
  Use rising volatility in direction of trend to confirm continuation.
• Reversal Watch:
  If volatility spikes against current structure, watch for potential trap/reversal.

🔧 Combine With FX Replay Tools

Pair with:

• VWAP or SMMA for trend direction.
• Fractals for breakout trigger levels.
• RSI or TEMA for momentum alignment.

🧪 Backtesting Tips

Track trade performance during:

• Volatility expansions (e.g., session opens).
• Volatility contractions (e.g., Asia session range).

Journal entries like:

• “Low volatility → FVG tag → volatility spike → breakout”
• “False breakout on low volatility reading”

💡 Pro Tip

In FX Replay, use this indicator to filter low-quality setups:

• Don’t trade breakouts without rising volatility.
• Spot volatility compression zones for potential explosive moves.
• Validate session timing (e.g., NY open volatility spike vs. overnight calm).

It’s lightweight and simple, but powerful when integrated into structured backtesting models.

Majority Rule (Aroon) Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Aroon Indicator, also known as the Majority Rule Indicator, tracks how recently a high or low has occurred within a user-defined period. It’s ideal for identifying trend strength, reversal shifts, and consolidation zones, making it perfect for strategy filtering and backtesting inside FX Replay.

🛠️ How to Use It in FX Replay

Add the Indicator:

• Go to Indicators.
• Search for “Aroon” or “Majority Rule Indicator”.
• Apply with a standard 14-period setting or adjust based on your strategy timeframe.

Read the Lines:

• Aroon Up (green):
  Closer to 100 = strong recent high → bullish signal.
• Aroon Down (red):
  Closer to 100 = strong recent low → bearish signal.
• Both near 50 or lower:
  Choppy market or range condition.

📈 Trading Signals

• Bullish Trend Shift:
  Aroon Up crosses above Aroon Down.
  → Consider long setups aligned with VWAP reclaim, FVG support, or Alligator trend.
• Bearish Trend Shift:
  Aroon Down crosses above Aroon Up.
  → Look for shorts near structure breaks or resistance zones.
• Consolidation Filters:
  Both lines flat and below 50 = avoid trades or prep for range breakout.
  → Use this to avoid getting chopped in low-volatility zones.

🧪 Backtesting Tags and Strategy Ideas

Tag entries by crossover condition:

• “Aroon Bull Cross + SMMA Uptrend”
• “Aroon Bear Cross + NY Open Break”

Backtest entry performance based on Aroon alignment with:

• Price structure
• Session cycles (e.g., AMD 90, NY AM)
• Volume spike or RSI confirmation

💡 Pro Tip

In FX Replay, Aroon is a low-lag trend tool ideal for:

• Spotting early trend shifts before structure breaks.
• Avoiding low-probability setups during chop.
• Confirming trend bias for multi-timeframe setups.

Use it as a filter or trigger layer when designing backtest logic, especially with tools like VWAP, Alligator, or SMMA for enhanced directional confidence.

Zeussy Time Cycles – FX Replay Guide

The Zeussy Time Cycles Indicator in FX Replay allows you to overlay structured time blocks like 30-minute and 90-minute AMD cycles, plus session splits (Asia, London, NY AM/PM) on your charts. This gives you a temporal framework to test how market behavior aligns with institutional time-based activity.

🛠️ Setup Steps

Add the Session Indicator:

• Go to Indicators.
• Search for “Session Indicator by FX Replay”.
• Choose either the NY version or default UTC depending on your strategy clock.

Customize Your Time Blocks:

• Open the settings (gear icon).
• Under Inputs, enable:
  • 30 AMD Cycle
  • 90 AMD Cycle
  • Asia, London, NY AM/PM sessions
• Optional: Rename or recolor blocks for better visibility and workflow.

Display Options:

• To view past cycles for backtesting, uncheck “Draw Today’s Only”.
• Use “Above/Below Chart” options to adjust how cycle labels are displayed.
• Fine-tune appearance:
  • Change background color, border width, or text font.
  • Hide unnecessary sessions to declutter the screen.

📈 How to Use in Trading

Session-Based Trade Planning:

• Use time cycles to segment price action:
  • Look for recurring reactions at 30/90 min marks.
  • Validate breakout timing near NY AM start or London open.
  • Mark high-probability time blocks where momentum tends to surge or fade.

Backtesting Strategy:

• Track how price behaves during:
  • First 30 min of NY session (AMD 30).
  • First 90 min of London or NY (AMD 90).
  • Overlap zones between sessions.
• Tag setups:
  • “90 AMD Fade + FVG”
  • “London Open Reversal + Zeussy Box Sweep”
  • “NY PM Consolidation Fail”

Layer With Other FX Replay Tools:

• Combine Zeussy cycles with:
  • SMMA or TEMA to define trend.
  • VWAP or Volume Spike Zones for entries.
  • Fractals or RSI to confirm reversals during cycle shifts.

💡 Pro Tip

In FX Replay, the Zeussy Time Cycles Indicator helps map rhythm into your strategy. Use it to:

• Avoid trades during flat or overlapping blocks.
• Time entries at high-probability windows (e.g., end of Asia into London).
• Build a session-based journaling model tracking entry effectiveness inside and outside key cycles.

Zig Zag Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Zig Zag Indicator in FX Replay visually connects key swing highs and lows to help traders filter noise, spot trend reversals, and backtest market structure logic with clean, simplified price movement lines.

🛠️ How to Use It in FX Replay

Add the Indicator:

• Go to Indicators, search for “Zig Zag”, and apply it to your chart.

Set the Threshold:

• Choose a percentage move (e.g., 3%, 5%) or price value (e.g., 50 points) that defines a swing.
  • A smaller threshold catches more swings (good for scalping).
  • A larger threshold filters minor moves (ideal for swing/backtesting).

Analyze Structure:

• Use Zig Zag lines to:
  • Identify HH, HL, LH, LL patterns.
  • Spot trend direction based on slope.
  • Define structure for FVG zones, liquidity sweeps, or breaker blocks.

💡 Trade Setup Ideas

• Swing Breakout:
  Enter after a break above the last Zig Zag high (with confirmation).
• Swing Reversal:
  Combine a Zig Zag high with bearish RSI divergence or volume exhaustion.
• Structure-Based Entry:
  Use Zig Zag to anchor trade bias within Silver Bullet time cycles or session opens.

🔧 Pair with FX Replay Tools

• Alligator or SMMA: Confirm trend direction.
• Fractals: Align Zig Zag turning points with fractal breaks.
• Volume Profile or VWAP: Validate reversal at key nodes/zones.

📘 Pro Tip

In FX Replay, the Zig Zag indicator is powerful for:

• Visually tracking swing structure during backtests.
• Creating rule-based entries tied to breaks of Zig Zag pivots.
• Defining clean zones for risk placement or profit targets.

Use it to journal:

• “HH → HL structure confirmed → entered on VWAP reclaim”
• “LL to LH shift + volume divergence → early reversal setup”

Williams Fractal Indicator – FX Replay Guide

In FX Replay, the Williams Fractal Indicator is used to identify swing highs and lows that signal potential trend reversals, breakouts, or trade entries. It’s especially effective when paired with tools like Alligator, VWAP, or liquidity zones during session-based backtesting.

🛠️ How to Use It in FX Replay

Add the Indicator:

• Go to the Indicators panel.
• Search for “Williams Fractal” and apply it.
• You’ll see small arrows above/below price denoting top/bottom fractals.

🔍 Interpreting Fractals

• Top Fractal (Bearish) = possible resistance/reversal zone.
• Bottom Fractal (Bullish) = possible support/reversal zone.
• A break of a fractal signals potential continuation or reversal.

🎯 Trade Entry Strategy

• Long Entry: Wait for price to close above a recent top fractal → bullish breakout.
• Short Entry: Wait for price to close below a recent bottom fractal → bearish breakout.

Confirm with:

• Volume spike
• VWAP reclaim
• FVG fill or retest

📉 Stop-Loss & Risk Management

• Set stop just below bullish fractal swing low (for longs).
• Set stop just above bearish fractal swing high (for shorts).
• Adjust based on structure, ATR, or session volatility.

🔗 Pair with FX Replay Tools

Use with:

• Alligator Indicator to confirm trend status (awake/trending).
• SMMA or TEMA to filter direction.
• FVG zones, volume divergence, or liquidity sweep detection for confluence.

🧪 Backtesting Tips

Track setups like:

• “Fractal + volume breakout”
• “Fractal + Alligator trend confirmation”
• “False breakout through fractal + reversal tag”

💡 Pro Tip

In FX Replay, Williams Fractals are ideal for tagging breakout zones and tracking structure breaks. Use them to:

• Define clean entry points.
• Validate trend continuation or reversal setups.
• Filter out low-probability entries when no fractal structure is forming.

For stronger setups, wait for:

• Fractal break + confirmation candle
• Retest of broken fractal level
• Confluence with VWAP or session-level price reaction

Williams Fractal Indicator – FX Replay Guide

In FX Replay, the Williams Fractal Indicator helps you spot high-probability breakout zones and trend reversal patterns by marking swing highs and lows using a five-candle structure. It’s a key tool for price action backtesting, especially when paired with Alligator, VWAP, or volume confirmation.

🛠️ How to Use It in FX Replay

Add the Indicator:

• Open the Indicators panel.
• Search for “Williams Fractal” and apply it.
• Arrows will appear:
  • Down arrow below candle = bullish fractal.
  • Up arrow above candle = bearish fractal.

✅ Fractal Confirmation

• Always wait for the fifth candle to close—this confirms the fractal pattern.
• Don’t enter early; unconfirmed arrows can disappear if the pattern doesn't finalize.

📈 Trade Entry Logic

Buy Setup:

• Identify a bullish fractal (down arrow).
• Wait for a break and close above the fractal high → enter long.

Sell Setup:

• Identify a bearish fractal (up arrow).
• Wait for a break and close below the fractal low → enter short.

🛡️ Stop Loss Placement

• Long trade: Stop below fractal swing low.
• Short trade: Stop above fractal swing high.

🎯 Profit Targets

• Use a 1.5x–2x risk-reward ratio,
• Or base exits on structure, Fibonacci levels, or volume exhaustion.

🔄 Trend Filter + Confirmation

Combine with:

• Williams Alligator: Only take long trades when price is above Alligator and Alligator is “awake.”
• SMMA or TEMA: Confirm directional bias.
• Volume spikes: Confirm strength of breakout.

🧪 Backtesting Tips

Tag entries by setup:

• “Fractal Break + Alligator Trend”
• “Fractal Break + VWAP Reclaim”
• “Fractal Trap + Reversal”

💡 Pro Tip

In FX Replay, use fractals to map key structure levels and time entries on breakout confirmation. Ideal for:

• Session-based setups (e.g., NY open).
• Liquidity zone reactions (fractal + sweep = reversal).
• Filtering entries only in trending conditions with Alligator/SMMA.

Use them to:

• Confirm price structure shifts.
• Create entry triggers aligned with your journaling system.
• Spot false breakouts or “trap” setups when price fails to hold after breaking a fractal.

Williams Alligator Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Alligator Indicator in FX Replay uses three smoothed moving averages to visually define whether the market is asleep, awakening, trending, or exhausted. It’s ideal for identifying directional bias, timing entries during breakouts, and filtering trades during choppy conditions.

🛠️ How to Use It in FX Replay

Add It to Your Chart:

• Go to the Indicators panel.
• Search “Alligator” and apply it.
• You'll see:
  • Jaw (Blue)
  • Teeth (Red)
  • Lips (Green)

🔄 Phase-Based Strategy

• Consolidation (Sleeping): Lines overlap or are flat → avoid new entries.
• Trend Emergence (Awakening): Green separates from red and blue → prepare to trade.
• Strong Trend (Eating): Lines are spreading apart and angled → trend confirmed.
• Trend Exhaustion (Sated): Lines begin to converge → consider exiting or tightening stops.

🎯 Entry Logic

• Buy: Price above all three lines, with green > red > blue → confirms uptrend.
• Sell: Price below all three lines, with green < red < blue → confirms downtrend.

Confirm with:

• Breakout from structure
• Session-level volume spike
• RSI or SMMA trend confirmation

🚪 Exit Logic

• Lines converge or flatten → potential consolidation or reversal.
• Price crosses below Alligator in uptrend or above it in downtrend → trend may be ending.

💡 Pro Tip

In FX Replay, use the Alligator Indicator to filter out low-conviction trades:

• Only trade in the direction of a “feeding” Alligator.
• Avoid entering when the lines are tangled.

Pair with:

• VWAP or Supertrend for directional bias
• Liquidity zones or session opens to confirm trade timing

Williams %R – FX Replay Guide

The Williams %R indicator in FX Replay helps you spot overbought/oversold conditions, divergences, and momentum shifts during replay sessions. It’s ideal for scalping pullbacks, confirming trend exhaustion, and refining trade entries/exits when paired with price structure.

🛠️ How to Add It

• Open the Indicators panel.
• Search for “Williams %R”.
• Apply with default settings (usually 14 periods), or adjust to match your replay timeframe.

📈 How to Use It in FX Replay

Key Zones:

• -20 to 0 = Overbought zone → potential sell setups.
• -80 to -100 = Oversold zone → potential buy setups.
• Use in context: Look for price near liquidity zones, FVGs, or structure levels.

Entry Strategy:

• Buy Setup: %R dips below -80 → monitor for upward reversal + confirmation candle.
• Sell Setup: %R rises above -20 → look for rejection and downward move.

Trend Reversal with Divergence:

• Bullish Divergence: Price makes lower lows, %R makes higher lows → watch for breakout or reclaim.
• Bearish Divergence: Price makes higher highs, %R fails to confirm → setup for reversal or fade.

🧪 Backtesting Tips

Tag setups by:

• “%R Oversold + Bullish Candle”
• “%R Divergence + VWAP Reclaim”
• “Failed Breakout + %R in Overbought”

🧰 Confirm with FX Replay Tools

Pair %R with:

• SMMA or TEMA for trend filter
• Volume spikes or VWAP for momentum confirmation
• Silver Bullet session or NY open to validate timing

💡 Pro Tip

In FX Replay, Williams %R works best when you:

• Use it in context (structure + session timing)
• Avoid taking signals in isolation—always confirm with price action or another tool
• Use it to time entries on pullbacks in strong trends or to fade exhaustion at extremes

Weekly Separator & Weekly Opens – FX Replay Guide

In FX Replay, the Weekly Separator and Weekly Opens indicators help you frame each week’s structure by marking session opens and weekly shifts. These levels are powerful tools for identifying support/resistance, planning breakout retests, or tracking liquidity zones during weekly backtesting.

🛠️ How to Add & Configure

Add the Indicators:

• Open Indicators → search for:
  • "Weekly Separator"
  • "Weekly Opens"
• Select versions by FX Replay, RobMinty, or princessbethel.

Customize Settings:

• Line Style: Use dashed lines for clarity.
• Color Code:
  • Weekly Opens = white or blue
  • Weekly Separator = gray or light orange
• Timeframe Visibility: Set to display on 1H and above or as needed.
• Adjust timezone offset if needed to align with your strategy clock (e.g., NY Open logic).

📈 How to Use in FX Replay

Track Weekly Bias:

• Weekly Opens act as bias filters:
  • Price above weekly open = bullish weekly tone.
  • Price below weekly open = bearish weekly tone.
• Use this to filter longs/shorts during the week.

Identify Trade Zones:

• Watch for reactions at:
  • Weekly Open → potential break-and-retest levels.
  • Weekly Separator → price acceleration or reversal zones at session transition.
• Mark liquidity sweeps, FVG fills, or retests at these key points.

Backtesting Tips:

• Play back NY or London session opens after a weekly separator to test:
  • Reaction to weekly open level.
  • Structure flips above/below prior week’s open.
• Use with Supertrend, SMMA, or VWAP to confirm directional bias.

Combine With Tools:

• Add:
  • Daily High/Low levels for context.
  • FRVP or volume profile for liquidity alignment.
  • Price action tags to create a journaled weekly roadmap.

💡 Pro Tip

In FX Replay, use Weekly Opens as your "anchor bias" and Weekly Separators as trend shift triggers. Great for:

• Identifying early week traps
• Catching breakout continuation trades
• Spotting retest opportunities after Sunday/Monday consolidation

Watermark Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Watermark Indicator in FX Replay is a lightweight tool that helps label your charts with custom, semi-transparent text for organization, strategy tracking, or content creation.

🛠️ How to Use It

Add the Indicator:

• Click Indicators
• Search “Watermark”
• Apply it to your chart

Customize It:

• Text: Enter anything — ticker, session name, playbook tag, etc.
• Position: Choose top-left, center, bottom-right, etc.
• Font/Size: Set for readability without clutter
• Opacity: Adjust for light, medium, or heavy contrast depending on chart background

📌 Use Cases

• Labeling sessions (e.g., “London Open Breakout”)
• Tracking strategies (e.g., “FVG Reversal Play”)
• Branding for screenshots (e.g., your name or org name)

💡 Pro Tip

Use the Watermark to tag charts during playback or journaling. It’s ideal for marking context — like session, setup type, or market condition — so your screenshots and notes stay organized during your FX Replay reviews.

📊 Visible Range Volume Profile (VPVR) – FX Replay Guide

While FX Replay doesn’t currently offer a built-in live VPVR overlay, you can simulate VPVR behavior using the Fixed Range Volume Profile (FRVP) and volume analysis tools. This lets you uncover real-time support/resistance, high-volume nodes (HVNs), and breakout potential across trading sessions.

🛠 How to Simulate VPVR in FX Replay

✅ Use the FRVP Tool:

• Open the Fixed Range Volume Profile drawing tool.
• Drag from your start to end point within the visible chart area.
• You’ll see:
  • POC (Point of Control)
  • HVNs / LVNs (High/Low Volume Nodes)
  • Value Area (typically 70% of total volume)

🔍 Identify Key Price Levels

• High Volume Nodes (HVNs)
  → Strong support/resistance zones
  → Price often consolidates or reacts here.
• Low Volume Nodes (LVNs)
  → Thin liquidity zones
  → Price often slices through quickly = breakout opportunity.

🎯 Trade Entry/Exit Concepts

• Entry Setup:
  Price enters Value Area or HVN and shows reaction → look for confirmation and enter.
• Exit / Take Profit:
  Target LVNs or edge of Value Area → especially effective during high volatility.
• Breakout Confirmation:
  Look for a volume spike as price breaks Value Area → confirms directional move.

⏱ Replay Sessions for Context

Use FRVP during:

• London or NY Sessions
• Pre-Breakout Zones
• High-impact News Windows

You’ll replicate VPVR-like behavior by analyzing session-specific volume structure.

🧰 Pair With FX Replay Tools

Combine FRVP with:

• 📉 VWAP → Validate fair value vs. price location
• 📈 RSI / SMMA → Momentum and trend context
• 💧 Liquidity Zones / FVGs → Entry confirmation layers

💡 Pro Tip:

You can mimic VPVR behavior by re-drawing FRVP as you pan, zoom, or scroll through FX Replay.

Ask yourself:

• “Is price in balance (Value Area) or in discovery (breakout)?”
• “Am I trading into a HVN wall or through a LVN void?”

These questions help you:

• Spot price magnets (POC)
• Avoid fakeouts near volume gaps
• Time entries with structure + context

Mastering FRVP like VPVR gives you volume-driven clarity, even without a real-time overlay.

📊 Fixed Range Volume Profile (FRVP) – FX Replay Guide

The FRVP in FX Replay is a powerful volume visualization tool that maps where volume occurred within a selected time range. It helps uncover true support/resistance, liquidity zones, and reaction points—perfect for building high-confluence trade plans during backtesting.

🔧 How to Use It in FX Replay

✅ Activate FRVP:

• Use the Fixed Range Volume Profile drawing tool.
• Click and drag to define your range (e.g., from NY Open to end of session).
• FX Replay will display:
  • POC (Point of Control): highest volume node.
  • Volume bars at each price level.
  • Value Area (usually 70% of total volume).
  • HVNs (High Volume Nodes) and LVNs (Low Volume Nodes).

🔍 Analyze the Profile:

• POC = Most accepted price → strong magnet for retests or reversals.
• HVN = Volume bulge = strong support/resistance → price often consolidates or bounces here.
• LVN = Volume gap → price may slice through quickly (good for breakout plays).

🧠 Trading Applications:

🔄 Bounce Setup:

• Price retraces into POC or HVN → watch for entry confirmation.

🚀 Breakout Setup:

• Price breaks through LVN → target next HVN or POC for exit.

🛑 Stop Placement:

• Longs: Place stops below HVNs.
• Shorts: Place stops above HVNs.

🕒 Session Integration:

Use FRVP on key intraday windows:

• London Session
• New York Session
• Asia range

This reveals how volume redistributes across sessions—great for pinpointing when trends may initiate or stall.

💡 Pro Tip:

In FX Replay, use FRVP as a location-based confluence tool:

Combine it with:

• 📐 SMMA for trend context
• 📈 VWAP for bias filtering
• 💧 Liquidity zones for timing

Tag trades in your journal like:

• “✅ HVN bounce entry”
• “⚠️ LVN breakout to next node”
• “🔁 POC flip and retest”

This builds structure-driven consistency, not guesswork.

🌀 Vortex Indicator (VI) – FX Replay Guide

The Vortex Indicator in FX Replay helps confirm trend shifts by comparing positive and negative directional momentum via:

• VI+ (bullish strength)
• VI- (bearish strength)

This makes it great for spotting early reversals, validating breakouts, or tracking ongoing trends during playback.

📥 How to Use It in FX Replay

➕ Add the Indicator:

1. Open the Indicators panel.
2. Search for “Vortex Indicator” or “VI.”
3. Apply it (default period = 14) or customize for your strategy.

📊 Core Reading Strategy:

• VI+ > VI- → Bullish bias → prioritize long entries
• VI- > VI+ → Bearish bias → consider shorts
• Widening spread → strong trend confirmation
• Narrowing spread → watch for consolidation or reversal

🔔 Signal Triggers

• Buy Signal:
  VI+ crosses above VI- → confirm with structure break, VWAP reclaim, or volume spike
• Sell Signal:
  VI- crosses above VI+ → confirm with liquidity sweep, session rejection, or bearish FVG

🧰 Pairing with FX Replay Tools

Combine VI with:

• SMMA or Supertrend → for directional confluence
• VWAP → for intraday price context
• Silver Bullet Windows → for timing precision
• Volume spikes → to validate momentum shifts

🔁 Use VI in backtesting checklists like:
“Did VI+ cross above VI- at NY open with RSI > 50 and price reclaiming key level?”

📝 Backtesting & Journaling Ideas

Log and study setups where:

• VI cross confirms your existing bias
• VI triggers a reversal trade after liquidity grab
• VI signals fail → analyze divergence or news impact

💡 Pro Tip:

In FX Replay, VI is most effective as a trend validator and trade filter:

✅ Use when:

• Price breaks structure → VI confirms new trend
• You need to filter fakeouts
• You want to stay in a trade as long as VI spread holds

⚠️ Exit early if:

• VI+ and VI- converge
• Trend stalls near key session levels

📉 Volume Oscillator (VO) – FX Replay Guide

The Volume Oscillator (VO) in FX Replay compares short-term and long-term volume to measure volume momentum. It’s perfect for confirming breakouts, avoiding low-conviction trades, and enhancing your bias filters during session-based backtesting.

🔧 How to Use It in FX Replay

✅ Add the Volume Oscillator:

• Open the Indicators panel.
• Search for “Volume Oscillator” or “VO.”
• Apply it with default settings (e.g., 14-period short MA vs 28-period long MA) or tweak based on your trading timeframe.

📊 Read the VO Line:

• VO > 0 and rising = Bullish volume momentum → prioritize long trades.
• VO < 0 and falling = Bearish volume trend → prioritize short trades or skip longs.
• Flat/declining VO = No clear momentum → trade with caution.

🚦 Crossovers = Trade Triggers:

• 📈 Bullish Entry: VO crosses above zero while price breaks structure, VWAP, or retests FVG.
• 📉 Bearish Entry: VO drops below zero with price rejecting key level or breaking down.

🔄 Strategy Integration

Combine VO with:

• 📏 SMMA, VWAP, Supertrend → for trend alignment.
• ⚡ RSI or MACD → for confirming momentum cross signals.
• 🚫 Use VO to filter out flat/weak breakouts where price leads but volume lags.

🧪 Backtesting Tips:

Tag trade setups during playback:

• “✅ VO aligned + breakout”
• “❗ VO cross + divergence”
• “⚠️ VO fading after trend peak”

Then compare filtered vs. unfiltered trade performance to gauge effectiveness.

💡 Pro Tip:

In FX Replay, the Volume Oscillator helps you trust the real breakouts and skip the fakeouts.
If price breaks structure but VO is fading → step back.
If VO crosses above zero with price expansion → that’s your green light.

Best VO combos:

• 🕒 NY or London session opens
• 💧 Liquidity sweeps
• 📐 FVG reentries
• 📈 Trend tools like TEMA or SMMA

📊 Volume Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Volume Indicator in FX Replay is essential for validating breakouts, assessing trend strength, and spotting early reversals. It helps you distinguish between high-conviction market moves and low-participation noise—vital for cleaner backtests and tighter trade execution.

🔧 How to Use Volume in FX Replay

✅ Enable Volume:

• Open the Indicators panel.
• Search for “Volume” and add it.
• Bars will appear beneath your chart—each representing the trade volume per candle.

📈 Volume-Based Trade Filters

• High Volume + Breakout = ✅ High-probability trend continuation.
• Low Volume Breakout = ⚠️ Likely fakeout → wait for follow-through.

🔄 Trend Confirmation with Volume

• Uptrend: Price rising with volume rising → strong bullish trend.
• Downtrend: Price falling with volume rising → bearish momentum confirmed.
• Divergence: Price rising/falling with declining volume → watch for possible reversal or stall.

🚀 Breakout Strategy – Replay Tips

• Pause during consolidation breakouts.
  • 🔍 Is volume increasing? → consider entering.
  • ❌ Volume flat or declining? → delay or skip.
• Test setups during NY / London session opens when volume tends to spike.

📝 Backtest Journaling Ideas

Tag trades based on volume context:

• “📉 Low-volume breakout from FVG”
• “💥 Volume spike on SMMA cross”
• “📊 High-volume rejection at VWAP”

Use filters to analyze win/loss rate by volume condition and refine your entry logic accordingly.

💡 Pro Tip

In FX Replay, volume is your truth filter. A setup may look perfect technically, but without volume, there’s no conviction.

Pair volume with:

• 📏 VWAP or SMMA for price location.
• ⚡ RSI for momentum confirmation.
• 🧠 FVG retests for high-precision entries.

👉 Only trade when the market is clearly participating.

Volatility O-H-L-C – FX Replay Guide

The Volatility O-H-L-C concept in FX Replay focuses on analyzing the Open, High, Low, and Close of candles to assess real-time volatility dynamics. It’s an essential tool for understanding market energy, timing breakouts, and adjusting risk based on candle behavior during session replays.

🔍 How to Use It in FX Replay

✅ Visual Volatility Analysis

• Large high–low range = Volatility spike.
• Long body (Open → Close) = Strong directional move.
• Narrow range / small body = Consolidation or indecision.

Use zoomed-in Replay Mode to study how volatility unfolds on a candle-by-candle basis.

📈 Pair With Volatility Tools

• ATR: Gauge average movement over past X candles.
• Keltner Channels / Bollinger Bands: Define dynamic S/R during expansion.
• Volatility Stop: Helps place stop-losses based on trend & pullback behavior.

🛠️ Trade Adjustments Based on Volatility

Stop-Loss Sizing:

• High Volatility → Use wider stops to survive wicks.
• Low Volatility → Use tighter stops to protect capital.

Entry Triggers:

• Watch for breakout after narrow range (low OHLC variance).
• Entry confirmation = candle with strong body and expanding range.

Exit Signals:

• Large OHLC bar + divergence = fade setup.
• Target reversals after exhaustion candles (big wicks + no follow-through).

🕒 Session-Based Volatility Tracking

Replay key sessions like London or New York and label:

• 🟡 Large range + small close = Uncertainty (possible fakeout).
• 🟢 Large body + wide range = Directional conviction.
• 🔁 Backtest reaction in the next few candles for structure alignment.

📓 Pro Tip

Use Volatility O-H-L-C analysis to:

• ✅ Tag fakeouts (large wick + small close).
• ✅ Identify optimal breakout windows (after contraction).
• ✅ Build your volatility journal inside FX Replay.

Example journal tags:

• “Wide Range Bar + VWAP Break”
• “Narrow Body + Expansion Candle”
• “NY Open Spike + Keltner Band Rejection”

VWMA (Volume Weighted Moving Average) – FX Replay Guide

The VWMA in FX Replay helps you analyze trend direction with volume sensitivity—ideal for filtering trades, confirming momentum shifts, and validating breakout strength. Unlike a simple moving average, the VWMA gives more weight to high-volume candles, making it powerful for volume-confirmed trend tracking.

🛠️ How to Add It in FX Replay

• Open the Indicators panel
• Search for “VWMA” and apply it
• Choose your preferred period (e.g., 20 for short-term, 50 for swing setups)

📈 How to Use VWMA in FX Replay

🔍 Trend Bias with Volume Context

• VWMA sloping upward → bullish momentum
• VWMA sloping downward → bearish momentum
• Use VWMA as a trend filter, especially during session opens or liquidity sweeps

💪 Support/Resistance Behavior

• VWMA as Support: In an uptrend, price often bounces off VWMA
• VWMA as Resistance: In a downtrend, price often rejects from VWMA
• Watch for these reactions during backtesting to identify entry setups

🚀 Breakout Confirmation

• Breakout + VWMA rising → high-confidence breakout backed by volume
• Breakout + VWMA flat/falling → weak breakout, likely to fail

🔄 Volume-Powered Divergence

• Price rising + VWMA flattening/falling → momentum is weakening
• Price falling + VWMA climbing → hidden bullish strength, potential reversal

🎯 Confluence Tool

Pair VWMA with:

• 📌 RSI → to confirm momentum direction
• 📌 FVG zones / SMMA → for structural support or resistance
• 📌 Session Timing (e.g., NY Open) → to time entries during volatile periods

💡 Pro Tip

In FX Replay, use VWMA to filter out low-quality moves:

• ✅ Only go long when price > VWMA and VWMA is rising
• ✅ Only go short when price < VWMA and VWMA is falling

When testing breakouts or reversals, tag VWMA behavior before, during, and after setups to spot patterns in volume-backed moves.

VIX (Volatility Index) – FX Replay Guide

The VIX measures expected volatility in the S&P 500 over the next 30 days and acts as a macro sentiment gauge. While not an FX-specific tool, it’s a powerful overlay for evaluating risk conditions when trading sensitive pairs like JPY, CHF, and USD inside FX Replay.

📊 How FX Traders Use the VIX

✅ Risk Sentiment Filter

• VIX < 12 → Calm market → Favor risk-on trades
  • Example: Long AUD/JPY, short USD/CHF
• VIX > 20 → Rising fear → Favor risk-off setups
  • Example: Long JPY or CHF, short emerging market currencies

🕒 Session Planning with VIX in FX Replay

Use VIX context to shape your bias during session opens:

• London or NY session, VIX at 28, equities gapping down
  → Expect volatility surges in GBP/JPY, USD/JPY
• Helps decide: breakout day vs. mean-reversion day

🧪 Backtesting Strategy Filters

Track and tag trades by VIX conditions:

• VIX > 30 → Did price fake out or explode?
• VIX < 15 → Were breakouts weaker, trends slower?

Use this to:

• Adjust entry timing
• Modify stop size
• Filter or skip choppy sessions

🔄 Correlation Play

When VIX surges:

• Watch for sharp moves in DXY, Gold, or Crude
• Apply intermarket logic to refine your bias during replay

📝 Pro Tip

FX Replay doesn’t plot VIX natively, but you can manually add context:

• Add VIX level as a journal tag in each trade (e.g., VIX = 32)
• Create strategy filters like:
  • ✅ “Only enter when VIX < 20”
  • ⚠️ “Scale out if VIX > 30”

🔍 Use VIX to:

• Filter entries on high-volatility fakeouts
• Spot macro stress that affects JPY, CHF, or risk pairs
• Align trades with global fear sentiment

Volatility Close-to-Close – FX Replay Guide

The Close-to-Close Volatility indicator in FX Replay measures market instability based on the standard deviation of log returns between candle closes. It’s a key tool for understanding market conditions, adjusting trade timing, and filtering risk during strategy development.

🛠️ How to Use It in FX Replay

➕ Add the Indicator

• Go to the Indicators panel
• Search for “Volatility Close-to-Close” or “Standard Deviation of Log Returns”
• Apply it to your chart and set a lookback period (e.g., 10, 14, or 20 sessions)

📊 What It Shows

• Plots a volatility value derived from log returns of candle closes
• Higher values = unstable, fast-moving market
• Lower values = calm, range-bound conditions

⚙️ Trading Applications

⏱️ Trade Timing

• Avoid entries during volatility spikes if your system depends on clean breakouts
• Look for reversals when volatility spikes after extended directional runs

📏 Position Sizing

• Reduce size in high-volatility zones
• Increase size during quiet, compressed ranges to exploit breakout moves

🚦 Volatility Filter

• Use as a conditional entry rule
• Example: “Only enter trades when volatility is below 2.5” (custom to asset)

🧪 Use in Strategy Development

• Tag trades by volatility context: High vs. Low Volatility
• Evaluate if your strategy performs better when volatility is rising, falling, or flat

🧩 Combine With Other Tools

• 🔗 VWAP → to add volume-based context
• 🔗 ATR → for stop-loss sizing
• 🔗 SMMA → for trend filtering

💡 Pro Tip

In FX Replay, Close-to-Close Volatility acts as a pre-trade filter:

• 📉 If volatility is declining into a breakout, expect more reliable follow-through
• ⚠️ If volatility is spiking, anticipate mean-reversion, liquidity grabs, or sharp pullbacks

🧠 Best Used With

• ⏰ Session-based strategies (London/NY opens)
• ⚡ TEMA or RSI for momentum alignment
• 🧲 FVG zones or liquidity sweeps for precise entries

SFL Session Opens Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The SFL Session Opens Indicator in FX Replay marks the opening and closing times of the London, New York, and Asia trading sessions directly on your chart. These sessions represent key volatility windows that intraday traders rely on for breakouts, reversals, or session-based scalping.

🛠 How to Add the Indicator

• Open the Indicators panel in FX Replay
• Search for “SFL Session Opens” or “Session Indicator”
• Click to add it to your chart
• It will immediately show vertical bands or lines marking when each session begins and ends

🎨 Customization Options

• Select which sessions to display (e.g., just London and New York if you're focusing on high-volume overlaps)
• Adjust line color, opacity, and labeling to match your charting style
• Great for reducing visual noise and focusing on the sessions that matter to you

📈 How to Use It in FX Replay

• Session Open Entries:
  Look for high-probability entries 5–30 minutes after a session opens, when volatility typically spikes
• Session Overlaps:
  Backtest setups during the London–New York overlap, a period known for increased momentum
• Session-Based Bias:
  If price breaks strongly at the London open and holds, it often carries that bias into the NY session

🔁 Backtesting With Session Opens

• Replay market opens and review how your strategy performs in the first 30–60 minutes of each session
• Track volume behavior or structure shifts aligned with session lines
• Combine with indicators like VWAP, RSI, or liquidity zones for added confluence

💡 Pro Tip

Use the SFL Session Opens Indicator in FX Replay as a time-based filter — not every setup is valid all day, but many of the best ones form shortly after session opens or during overlaps.

This tool helps you isolate those high-opportunity time windows with precision.

VWAP (Volume Weighted Average Price) – FX Replay Guide

The VWAP in FX Replay is your intraday anchor, helping you measure whether price is trading at a premium or discount relative to its session value. It's perfect for bias filtering, trade timing, and confirming momentum during session-based strategies.

📌 How to Use VWAP in FX Replay:

🛠️ Add VWAP to Your Chart:

• Open the Indicators panel
• Search for “VWAP”
• Apply it to your chart – VWAP resets each session, updating in real-time with volume

📈 Assessing Price vs VWAP:

• Price above VWAP → Bullish sentiment → long bias
• Price below VWAP → Bearish sentiment → short bias
• Use VWAP as a trend filter before executing trades

💡 Trading Strategies in FX Replay:

🔁 VWAP Crossovers:

• Buy Setup: Price crosses above VWAP on strong volume during a session open → trend continuation
• Sell Setup: Price crosses below VWAP after a rejection → short opportunity

📊 VWAP as Support/Resistance:

• Support: Price bounces off VWAP from above during a pullback
• Resistance: Price rejects VWAP from below during a retracement

⚡ Momentum & Mean Reversion:

• Strong moves away from VWAP → trend continuation
• Snap back to VWAP → possible consolidation or reversal

🧪 Monitor & Adjust in FX Replay:

🕒 Session Timing:

• Test VWAP setups around:
  • London/NY Opens
  • Silver Bullet windows
  • Liquidity sweeps

📉 Timeframe Awareness:

• Use VWAP on 1M or 5M charts for intraday precision
• Analyze cross-session reactions using the Go To feature

🛡️ Risk Management:

• Use VWAP as a dynamic trailing stop
• Set tighter stops when price is extended far from VWAP (reversal risk zone)

💬 Pro Tip:

VWAP is your bias anchor. Use it to filter out trades that go against the day’s volume-weighted direction.

For high-confluence setups, combine VWAP with:

• ✅ RSI → momentum confirmation
• ✅ SMMA or TEMA → structure and trend alignment
• ✅ FVG reentry or liquidity grabs → precision entries

VWAP (Volume Weighted Average Price) – FX Replay Guide

The VWAP in FX Replay tracks the intraday average price weighted by volume. It’s a vital tool for evaluating trend context, defining support/resistance zones, and managing trades within daily session boundaries.

🛠️ How to Add It:

1. Open your FX Replay chart
2. Click Indicators
3. Search for “VWAP”
4. Apply it – VWAP resets daily and plots automatically based on volume-weighted price action

📊 How to Use VWAP in FX Replay:

⚖️ Intraday Bias Filter:

• Price above VWAP = bullish intraday sentiment → prioritize long setups
• Price below VWAP = bearish tone → prioritize short setups
• Confirm setups at session opens or during liquidity sweeps

🧱 Support and Resistance Logic:

• VWAP serves as a dynamic S/R level:
  • Price rejects off VWAP → possible continuation trade
  • Price reclaims VWAP → possible trend reversal
• Test VWAP interaction with:
  • Fair Value Gaps (FVGs)
  • SMMA
  • Order blocks

🔄 Overbought/Oversold Zones:

• Add standard deviation bands (if supported) to visualize:
  • Far above VWAP → potential mean reversion short
  • Far below VWAP → potential bounce entry

🔁 Backtesting Intraday Patterns:

Replay and log setups such as:

• Price retests VWAP before continuation
• VWAP acts as midline in range setups
• Price clears VWAP at NY or London open → signals momentum breakout

💡 Pro Tip:

In FX Replay, VWAP is your real-time equilibrium line.
Use it to validate entry timing and manage exits:

• If your long is far above VWAP and momentum slows → scale out
• If price breaks above VWAP on volume during a session → strong continuation confirmation

🧩 Combine With:

• ✅ Supertrend → trend filtering
• ✅ RSI or MACD → momentum confirmation
• ✅ Liquidity sweeps / session timing → precision entries

Ultimate Oscillator (UO) – FX Replay Guide

The Ultimate Oscillator (UO) in FX Replay is a multi-timeframe momentum tool that blends short-, mid-, and long-term pressure readings to reveal true market momentum. It’s ideal for detecting hidden strength, reversal signals, and momentum divergence during your backtesting workflows.

🛠️ How to Add It in FX Replay:

• Open the Indicators panel
• Search for “Ultimate Oscillator” or “UO”
• Apply it with default settings (7, 14, 28) or customize based on your time horizon

📊 How to Use UO in FX Replay:

⚡ Momentum Zones:

• Above 70 → Overbought → prepare for potential reversals or manage longs tightly
• Below 30 → Oversold → watch for bounce opportunities
• Above 50 → Bullish bias zone → prioritize long trades
• Below 50 → Bearish bias zone → prioritize short trades

🎯 Entry Signals:

• Oversold Reversal: UO crosses back above 30 → potential long trigger
• Overbought Reversal: UO crosses back below 70 → potential short signal
• Confirm with price action, structure breaks, or session timing (e.g., NY open)

🔍 Divergence Detection:

• Bullish Divergence: Price makes lower lows, UO makes higher lows
• Bearish Divergence: Price makes higher highs, UO makes lower highs
• Use divergence near key zones like support/resistance or Fair Value Gaps (FVGs)

📘 Strategy Filters:

• Integrate UO as a momentum confirmation filter
  • Only go long when UO > 50
  • Only short when UO < 50
• Great for filtering choppy or low-conviction setups during backtests

💡 Pro Tip:

In FX Replay, use the Ultimate Oscillator as a momentum integrity check.
If price pushes into a breakout level but UO is declining or diverging, it can be an early warning to hold off or scale out.

Pair UO with:

• ✅ Supertrend → for directional context
• ✅ TEMA or SMMA → for structure filtering
• ✅ Liquidity sweep detection → for high-confluence entries

Trend Strength Index (TSI) – FX Replay Guide

The Trend Strength Index (TSI) in FX Replay is a momentum oscillator designed to confirm trend quality and support trade management decisions. It’s best used to track the health of a move rather than to trigger entries on its own.

🛠️ How to Add It:

• Open the Indicators panel in FX Replay
• Search for “Trend Strength Index” or “TSI”
• Apply it to your chart and adjust the smoothing settings based on your trading style (e.g., short-term vs swing trading)

📈 How to Use TSI in FX Replay:

✅ Trend Confirmation:

• In an uptrend, rising TSI supports trend continuation
• In a downtrend, falling TSI supports bearish continuation
• Use this to hold positions longer or avoid early exits during trends

🔁 Zero-Line Crossovers:

• Above 0 = bullish momentum bias → manage or add to long trades
• Below 0 = bearish momentum bias → manage or add to short trades
• Use crossovers to filter trades when aligned with price action or session timing

🔧 Combining with Other Tools:

• Pair with SMMA or RSI for bias validation
• Combine with volume spikes or FVG zones to improve entry/exit timing
• Use TSI as a confirmation layer during session setups like Silver Bullet or liquidity breaks

⚙️ Adjusting to Volatility:

• In fast-moving markets, increase TSI’s lookback to smooth out noise
• Backtest various settings to better match the volatility profile of your asset

💡 Pro Tip:

In FX Replay, use TSI as your trend health monitor. If you’re already in a trade:

• TSI rising while price makes higher highs → consider holding or scaling in
• TSI flattening or falling → look for exit triggers or tighten stops

Use TSI for journaling failed setups where momentum didn’t confirm to analyze whether it impacted trade outcome.

Typical Price (TP) Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Typical Price (TP) indicator in FX Replay provides a smoothed midpoint of each candle by averaging the high, low, and close. It’s a lightweight trend filter that can help you refine directional bias, identify potential reversal zones, or support moving average–based strategies during playback and backtesting.

🛠️ How to Add It in FX Replay:

• Open your chart and click on the Indicators panel
• Search for “Typical Price” or TP
• Apply it, and consider overlaying with a SMA or VWAP for cross-filtering

📊 How to Use TP in FX Replay:

✅ Trend Bias:

• TP rising → Potential bullish environment → prioritize long setups
• TP falling → Potential bearish environment → prioritize shorts

🔁 Support/Resistance Interaction:

• Use TP as a dynamic price reference
  • In an uptrend: if price bounces off TP, treat it as support
  • In a downtrend: if price rejects from TP, treat it as resistance

🎯 Signal Filtering with Moving Averages:

• Buy Signal: TP crosses above a moving average (e.g., 20 SMA)
• Sell Signal: TP crosses below a moving average
• Use this crossover as an entry condition or filter in your backtest logic

🧠 Confluence Opportunities:

Combine TP with:

• Supertrend → for bias filtering
• RSI / MFI → for momentum confirmation
• SMMA or FVG zones → for entry precision

💡 Pro Tip:

In FX Replay, use TP to validate trade direction before entering setups based on price action or session triggers. It’s especially helpful for simplifying messy charts while keeping trend context front and center.

📌 Bonus Tip: Mark how price behaves around TP during London or NY open sessions to improve timing and trade quality.

True Strength Index (TSI) – FX Replay Guide

The TSI in FX Replay is a double-smoothed momentum oscillator that helps you confirm trend strength, spot reversals, and filter trade bias with minimal noise. It excels at identifying when momentum aligns or diverges from price action—ideal for backtesting across session windows and breakout zones.

🛠️ How to Add It:

• Go to the Indicators panel in FX Replay
• Search for “True Strength Index” or “TSI”
• Apply it and configure the signal line period (commonly a 7 EMA of the TSI)

📈 How to Use TSI in FX Replay:

✅ Trend Confirmation:

• TSI > 0 = Bullish momentum → favor long setups
• TSI < 0 = Bearish momentum → favor short setups
• Use the zero-line as a directional bias filter

🔁 Entry Signals (Signal Line Cross):

• Bullish Entry: TSI crosses above signal line → align with session open or FVG retest
• Bearish Entry: TSI crosses below signal line → confirm with price rejection or liquidity sweep

🔄 Reversal Detection (Divergence):

• Look for TSI divergence near key structure or volume areas:
  • Bullish divergence: Price makes lower lows, TSI makes higher lows
  • Bearish divergence: Price makes higher highs, TSI makes lower highs

⚠️ Overbought/Oversold Filters:

• TSI doesn't have strict boundaries, but values nearing +100 / -100 may signal exhaustion
• Combine with price action or volume confirmation before trading off extreme values

💡 Pro Tip:

In FX Replay, TSI works best as a momentum confirmation filter. Use it to:

• ✅ Validate breakouts during Silver Bullet sessions
• ✅ Stay in trades longer when TSI supports the ongoing trend
• 🚫 Avoid entries when TSI diverges from price, signaling potential weakness

Combine with tools like SMMA, Supertrend, or VWAP for high-confluence decisions

Traders Dynamic Index (TDI) – FX Replay Guide

The TDI Indicator in FX Replay combines momentum (RSI) and trend-following (MA) logic into one streamlined oscillator. It helps you identify entry/exit signals, trend bias, and momentum shifts in real time during backtesting and replay.

🛠️ How to Add It:

• Open your chart in FX Replay
• Click the Indicators button
• Search for “TDI” or “Traders Dynamic Index”
• Apply it, and customize your settings (e.g., RSI length, smoothing period) as needed

📊 What the Lines Mean:

• Green Line (RSI Price Line): Fast momentum tracker
• Red Line (Signal Line): Smoother RSI average — helps confirm direction
• Yellow Line (Market Base Line): Overall trend filter
• Optional Bands: Show volatility zones — extremes can indicate overbought/oversold conditions

🔄 Entry/Exit Logic:

✅ Buy Setup:

• Green crosses above red (signal line), ideally above yellow (base line)
• Confirm with bullish candle or structure break

❌ Sell Setup:

• Green crosses below red, especially below yellow line
• Use price action or liquidity zone rejection as confirmation

⏪ Backtesting in FX Replay:

• Focus testing around session opens (London/NY) for high-probability setups
• Example rule:
  “Only long if green > red and yellow is sloping up”
• Journal results by signal type:
  • Cross
  • Divergence
  • Exit on base-line flip

💡 Pro Tips:

• Use volatility bands as dynamic overbought/oversold filters
• Combine TDI with:
  • Supertrend for trend confirmation
  • SMMA for structure alignment
  • Liquidity sweep zones for precise entries

📈 Strategy Use Case:

• Enter trades based on TDI crossovers, filtered by yellow line direction
• Exit when green crosses back over red, or when price invalidates the setup (e.g., break of previous low/high)
• Tune RSI settings to match your timeframe:
  • Use 13 for swing trading
  • Use 7 for scalping

Triple Exponential Moving Average (TEMA) – FX Replay Guide

The TEMA in FX Replay is a high-performance moving average that smooths out noise while staying responsive to price shifts. It’s ideal for trend confirmation, bounce trades, and entry/exit signals, especially in fast-moving environments.

🛠️ How to Add It:

• Open the Indicators panel in FX Replay
• Search for “TEMA” and apply it to your chart
• Choose a period that suits your strategy (e.g., 20 for intraday, 50 for swing setups)

📈 How to Use TEMA in FX Replay:

✅ Trend Direction:

• Price above TEMA + upward slope = bullish trend
• Price below TEMA + downward slope = bearish trend
• Use the slope to stay in sync with dominant market direction

🔁 Entry/Exit Crossover Logic:

• Buy: Price crosses above a rising TEMA
• Sell: Price crosses below a falling TEMA
• Ideal for backtesting breakout or reversal setups at session opens or liquidity levels

📏 TEMA as Dynamic Support/Resistance:

• In an uptrend, TEMA acts as support — look for price bounces off the line
• In a downtrend, TEMA acts as resistance — watch for rejections from the line

🔧 Combining with Other Indicators:

• Use TEMA + RSI for overbought/oversold filtering
• Pair with Supertrend for trend filtering or SMMA for additional bias confirmation
• Align with volume spikes, liquidity zones, or FVG retests for high-confluence trades

💡 Pro Tip:

In FX Replay, TEMA is ideal for trend continuation entries. Use it as a bounce zone during pullbacks or a bias filter during consolidation periods. Tag trades where price touches the TEMA during trend and monitor how well it holds as a reaction point.

TRIX Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The TRIX (Triple Exponential Moving Average) in FX Replay is a momentum oscillator that filters out noise while highlighting shifts in trend strength. It’s excellent for spotting early momentum, reversals, or validating bias direction during backtesting.

🛠️ How to Add It:

• Go to the Indicators panel
• Search for “TRIX”
• Add the indicator, and optionally enable the signal line (a moving average of the TRIX)

📊 How to Use It in FX Replay:

Zero Line Interpretation:

• Above 0 = Bullish momentum → favor long setups
• Below 0 = Bearish momentum → favor short setups
• Use the zero-line cross as a filter for directional bias

Signal Line Crossovers:

• TRIX crossing above signal line = Potential buy signal
• TRIX crossing below signal line = Potential sell signal
• Use these crossovers during session windows (e.g., NY, London) for tighter confirmation

Divergence Analysis:

• Bullish divergence:
  Price makes lower lows, TRIX makes higher lows → possible reversal
• Bearish divergence:
  Price makes higher highs, TRIX makes lower highs → fading strength

🔁 Pairing With Price Action:

Confirm TRIX setups with:

• Fair Value Gap (FVG) zones
• Smoothed Moving Average (SMMA) direction
• Liquidity sweeps or retests

🧪 Testing Strategies:

• Backtest using zero-line filters to avoid trades against the trend
• Example logic:
  “Only take long trades if TRIX > 0 and price reclaims previous day’s high”

💡 Pro Tip:

In FX Replay, TRIX shines when used as a bias confirmation tool.
Use it to avoid counter-trend trades and fine-tune reversal setups.
Combine with session-based tools or structural breaks to boost your win rate.

Strat Assistant (Manual Approach) – FX Replay Guide

FX Replay doesn’t yet support custom TradingView indicators, but you can manually apply The Strat methodology to your analysis by tracking candle types, breakouts, and combo formations. Here’s how to simulate the Strat Assistant in FX Replay using drawing tools and structured observation.

🔑 Key Candle Types to Identify:

• Type 1 (Inside Bar):
  Candle stays within the previous candle’s range (lower high, higher low)
  → Represents indecision or compression → potential breakout setup
• Type 2 (Directional Bar):
  Candle breaks either the high or low of the previous bar
  → Suggests directional momentum
• Type 3 (Outside Bar):
  Candle breaks both the high and low of the previous bar
  → Implies aggressive price expansion or reversal potential

🧠 How to Use These in FX Replay:

Manual Annotation:

• Use drawing tools to label candles as 1, 2, or 3 during playback
• Watch for combo setups like:
  • 1-2-2 Reversal
  • 3-1-2 Continuation
  • 2-2 Reversal

Directional Bias:

• Track where price breaks relative to candle highs/lows:
  • A 2U (2-up) breaking a previous high may continue bullish momentum
  • A 2D (2-down) may indicate downside continuation

Simulate Visual Aids:

• Mark Inside Bars in yellow, Outside Bars in magenta using FX Replay’s horizontal line or box tool
• Use trendline arrows to visualize direction from breakout candles

Replay Combos:

• During backtesting, track setups like 1-2-2 reversals around key liquidity zones or at session opens
• Journal successful Strat combos with screenshots for pattern recognition

💡 Pro Tip:

In FX Replay, The Strat can be incredibly effective when aligned with:

• Session timing (NY Open, London Open)
• Liquidity sweeps or FVGs
• Breakout candles with volume confirmation

While FX Replay doesn’t offer a built-in Strat Assistant, you can still build the same decision-making framework manually using FX Replay’s chart tools and session-based strategy logic.

Supertrend Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Supertrend Indicator in FX Replay is a powerful, visual tool that helps you stay on the right side of the market by identifying clear trend direction and providing entry/exit cues based on real-time price action. It dynamically shifts between bullish and bearish zones based on price relative to volatility.

🛠️ How to Use It in FX Replay:

Add It to Your Chart:

• Click the Indicators button
• Search for “Supertrend”
• Apply it —
  • Green = Uptrend
  • Red = Downtrend

📊 Reading the Supertrend:

• Green Line (below price) → Bullish
  → Consider long entries on pullbacks
• Red Line (above price) → Bearish
  → Consider short entries on retracements

📈 Trade Setup Flow:

Long Setup:

• Price crosses above the Supertrend line
• Line flips from red to green
• Use as entry confirmation alongside:
  • Session opens (e.g., NY or London)
  • Structure breaks

Short Setup:

• Price crosses below the Supertrend line
• Line flips from green to red
• Confirm with additional tools like:
  • FVG breaks
  • SMMA crossovers

Exit Strategy:

• Exit when the line flips to the opposite color
• Or use the Supertrend line as a trailing stop, adjusting risk as price moves

🔁 Backtesting & Optimization in FX Replay:

• Use Replay Mode to test Supertrend entries across:
  • Different sessions
  • Various timeframes
  • Volatile periods (e.g., news events)
• Compare Supertrend performance in:
  • Trending vs range-bound conditions
• Evaluate strategy outcomes using:
  • FX Replay’s P&L analytics
  • Timing metrics
  • Performance calendar

🧠 Pro Tip:

In FX Replay, the Supertrend is best used as a trend filter or entry validator. Combine it with:

• SMMA for structure support
• Volume spikes or RSI divergence
• FVG retests inside Supertrend zones

This layered approach keeps you aligned with market momentum while reducing false entries.

SuperTrend Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The SuperTrend Indicator in FX Replay is a trend-following overlay that dynamically shifts with price action and volatility. It helps you identify directional bias, time entries, and manage exits with visual clarity during both intraday and swing backtesting.

🛠️ How to Add It in FX Replay:

• Open the Indicators panel
• Search for “SuperTrend”
• Add it to your chart
• Default settings:
  • ATR Period: 10
  • Multiplier: 3
• Adjust settings based on volatility or asset class

📈 How It Works:

• Bullish Signal:
  Price closes above the SuperTrend line → line turns green → suggests long bias
• Bearish Signal:
  Price closes below the SuperTrend line → line turns red → suggests short bias

💡 Trade Setup Examples:

• Long Entry:
  Price breaks above SuperTrend during London or NY session
  → Confirm with RSI rising or structure break
  → Enter long
• Short Entry:
  Price breaks below SuperTrend at session open with rejection wick
  → Confirm with bearish candle
  → Enter short

🎯 How to Use in FX Replay:

• Test SuperTrend entries around FVGs, session opens, or liquidity zones
• Use the SuperTrend as a trailing stop
  → Adjust your stop to just outside the indicator line during playback
• Evaluate false flips by checking for structure and confluence
  → Avoid trading during flat/noise periods

⚙️ Optimization Tips:

• Short-term traders:
  • ATR = 10
  • Multiplier = 1.5–2 for more responsive entries
• Swing traders:
  • ATR = 14–21
  • Multiplier = 3+ for smoother signals
• Combine with:
  • SMMA
  • VWAP
  • Volume spikes for added confirmation

🧠 Pro Tip:

In FX Replay, the SuperTrend is especially useful for avoiding chop. Use it as a bias filter:
If the line is red, don’t take long trades unless there’s a clear reversal setup
→ e.g., liquidity sweep + bullish candle + structure break

ICT Silver Bullet Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The ICT Silver Bullet Indicator in FX Replay is designed to highlight three specific one-hour time windows tied to potential Fair Value Gaps (FVGs) and liquidity events. These windows are ideal for intraday traders looking to capitalize on algorithmic market behavior during known high-probability zones.

🕒 Silver Bullet Windows (NY Time)

• London Open: 3:00 AM – 4:00 AM
• NY AM Session: 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
• NY PM Session: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

These are automatically marked on your chart using the Silver Bullet feature within FX Replay’s Session Indicator.

💡 How to Use It in FX Replay

Add the Indicator:

• Open the Indicators panel
• Search for “Session Indicator by FX Replay” or “Silver Bullet”
• Apply it to your chart — boxes or highlights will appear for the three target time windows

Spot Fair Value Gaps (FVGs):

• During each highlighted window, look for FVG formations (imbalanced price areas where price may return before expanding)
• Focus on setups that align with market structure shifts, displacement candles, or liquidity runs

Plan Your Entry/Exit:

• Example: During the 10–11 AM window, price reenters a bullish FVG → Watch for a clean entry near the gap with a target at a liquidity pool (equal highs/lows, previous day high/low, etc.)
• Manage stop-loss placement based on your structure (e.g., swing low behind FVG)

Adjust Session Preferences:

• Click the gear icon on the indicator to fine-tune session visibility or change the styling for better visual tracking

🔁 Backtest & Optimize

• Use FX Replay’s session-based playback to isolate only Silver Bullet windows
• Test how FVG + Silver Bullet + liquidity-based confluence performs on your chosen pair
• Optimize your session settings or chart timeframe (use 1M or 5M) for precision entries

✅ Pro Tip

In FX Replay, the Silver Bullet windows are best used as timing filters — combine them with ICT concepts like internal range liquidity, breaker blocks, and displacement to form high-confidence setups. These aren’t random windows; they’re algorithmically driven behavior zones.

Stochastic Oscillator – FX Replay Guide

The Stochastic Oscillator in FX Replay is a momentum-based tool that helps you identify trend exhaustion, spot reversals, and fine-tune entries/exits. It compares the current closing price to the asset’s high-low range over a given period.

🔧 How to Add It in FX Replay:

1. Open the Indicators panel.
2. Search for “Stochastic Oscillator” or “Stochastics”.
3. Use the default settings (%K = 14, %D = 3) or adjust as needed for your strategy.
4. Add it below your chart for real-time momentum visualization during playback.

📈 How to Use It in FX Replay:

Overbought & Oversold Levels

• Above 80 = Overbought → watch for sell setups
• Below 20 = Oversold → watch for buy setups

Crossovers as Triggers

• %K crosses above %D in the oversold zone = potential long entry
• %K crosses below %D in the overbought zone = potential short entry

Divergence Spotting

• Price makes higher highs but Stochastics makes lower highs = bearish divergence
• Price makes lower lows but Stochastics makes higher lows = bullish divergence

Multi-Timeframe Testing

• Use 5M or 15M Stochastics for intraday signals
• Test higher timeframes (1H/4H) for trend filters in strategy development

Entry Filter Tool

• Pair with liquidity sweeps, FVG zones, or session opens
• Use as a confirmation layer rather than a primary signal

💡 Pro Tip:

In FX Replay, use the Stochastic Oscillator to fine-tune your entries during backtests. It’s especially powerful when combined with:

• Session-based setups (e.g., NY open)
• Price action triggers (e.g., liquidity grabs)
• Trend filters like moving averages or VWAP

Focus on confluence, not isolated signals, for higher trade probability.

Stochastic RSI (StochRSI) – FX Replay Guide

The Stochastic RSI in FX Replay is a fast-reacting momentum indicator that applies the Stochastic formula to RSI, giving you quick reversal signals—especially during range-bound sessions. It’s best used for short-term setups, divergence tracking, and entry timing near liquidity zones or key levels.

🔧 How to Add It in FX Replay:

1. Go to the Indicators panel.
2. Search for “Stochastic RSI” or “StochRSI.”
3. Apply it to your chart and adjust settings as needed (defaults: RSI = 14, %K = 3, %D = 3).

📊 How to Use It in FX Replay:

Key Levels

• Below 0.2 = Oversold → watch for buy setups
• Above 0.8 = Overbought → watch for sell setups
• Use these zones to isolate high-probability entries in sideways or fading markets

Crossovers

• %K crosses above %D in oversold = bullish trigger
• %K crosses below %D in overbought = bearish trigger
• Time entries during Silver Bullet windows or session opens when these align with FVGs or market structure

Divergence Spotting

• Use during backtesting to tag:
  • Bullish divergence = Price makes lower lows, StochRSI makes higher lows
  • Bearish divergence = Price makes higher highs, StochRSI makes lower highs
• Great for validating entry logic during sessions with liquidity grabs

Momentum Confirmation

• Readings above 0.5 support bullish bias
• Readings below 0.5 favor bearish setups
• Use as a bias filter when trading breakouts or retracements

💡 Pro Tip:

In FX Replay, StochRSI is best used as an entry-timing filter—not a standalone trigger. Pair it with:

• Liquidity sweep zones
• FVG re-tests
• SMMA or VWAP
• Silver Bullet session timing

This gives you high-confluence signals, especially for scalps or short intraday moves.

The Session Indicator by FX Replay visually highlights specific trading sessions on your chart, helping you focus on high-probability trade windows like the London, New York, or Asia sessions. You can customize the indicator for UTC or NY-based timing, and tailor its appearance to fit your strategy. How to Add and Set Up the Indicator:Open Your Chart:Start by selecting the chart for your trading pair inside FX Replay.Click “Indicators” on the Toolbar:This opens the searchable indicator list.Search for “Session Indicator by FX Replay”:You’ll see two options:Default (UTC)NY Version (New York Time)Pick the one that aligns with your trading time zone or session focus.Customize the Indicator:Click the gear icon next to the indicator to open settings.Adjust start and end times, color, line thickness, or visibility by timeframe.Show or hide specific sessions based on your strategy needs.Click “OK” to Apply:Your session blocks or lines will now appear directly on the chart, clearly showing where each trading session begins and ends. How to Use It in Your Trading and Backtesting:Session-Based Strategies: Focus on trading setups that perform best during London or NY hours.Session Filtering: Avoid low-volume periods by filtering trades outside active sessions.Go-To Tool: Use FX Replay’s “Go To” function to jump directly to a session open—ideal for speed-testing intraday setups.Pro Tip:Use the Session Indicator as a time-based filter. Combine it with other FX Replay tools like volume, price action zones, or VWAP to target high-confluence entries during key market sessions.

Standard Error Bands (SEB) – FX Replay Guide

The Standard Error Bands (SEB) indicator in FX Replay combines trend detection with volatility mapping, helping you track the market’s momentum with precision. It draws a linear regression-based middle line and wraps it with upper and lower bands based on standard error calculations — ideal for spotting breakouts, continuation setups, or reversal conditions.

🔧 How to Set It Up in FX Replay:

1. Open the Indicators panel.
2. Search for “Standard Error Bands” or SEB.
3. Apply it to your chart. It will display:
   • A middle line (3-period SMA of a 21-period regression)
   • Upper and lower bands based on two standard errors from the regression

📊 How to Use It:

Trend Strength

• Narrow bands = strong trend, low volatility → ideal for trend continuation trades
• Widening bands = volatility rising → potential trend weakening or shift

Trend Direction

• The slope of the middle line reveals the dominant market direction
• Use this to filter your directional bias during backtesting

Volatility Awareness

• Bands expanding = caution zone → potential breakout or reversal
• Bands tightening = buildup phase → watch for breakout setups

Trade Signals

• Trend-following entry: Enter in the direction of the slope after a consolidation phase (tight bands)
• Exit signal: If price pierces the opposite band or bands expand aggressively, consider taking profits or managing risk

💡 Pro Tip:

In FX Replay, the SEB is most effective when combined with:

• Session timing
• Liquidity zones
• Displacement logic

Use it to define market context:

• Are you in a steady trend?
• About to break out?
• Near exhaustion?

You can also test band behavior during the London or NY session to spot high-probability entries based on volatility shifts.

Standard Error Bands (SEB) – FX Replay Guide

The Standard Error Bands (SEB) indicator in FX Replay is a volatility + trend visualization tool. It plots a linear regression line as the trend base and surrounds it with upper and lower bands calculated from the standard error. This helps you identify breakout conditions, trend stability, or trend reversal points.

🔧 How to Add It:

1. Open the Indicators panel in FX Replay.
2. Search for “Standard Error Bands” or “SEB”.
3. Add it to your chart and configure:
   • Period
   • Multiplier (default is 2 for 95% confidence)
4. Customize the line color and band opacity as needed.

📊 How to Use SEB in FX Replay:

🔁 Trend Strength and Direction

• The linear regression line shows the current price trend.
• If price hugs the regression line with narrow bands, the trend is strong and stable.

📈 Volatility Analysis

• Tight bands = low volatility → potential trend continuation
• Widening bands = rising volatility → watch for reversals or breakout setups

⚡ Trade Signals

• Trend Continuation Setup:
  Enter when bands are tight and price is flowing with the regression line.
• Breakout Opportunity:
  If price closes outside the bands, it may signal a momentum surge or potential reversal.
• Mean Reversion:
  When price deviates sharply from the regression line, look for pullbacks toward the average.

🧪 Backtesting in FX Replay:

• Use SEB during session-based testing to monitor trend consistency (e.g., London or NY session).
• Tag breakout candles outside SEB as key moments for journaling or strategy development.
• Combine with tools like volume spikes, RSI, or liquidity zones for added confluence.

💡 Pro Tip:

SEB in FX Replay is a great trend filter and volatility gauge.
Use it to:

• Stay out during chop
• Focus entries when price is coiling (tight bands)
• Act on momentum breakouts (expanding bands)

It’s especially powerful when layered with:

• Price structure
• Session timing
• ICT-style displacement logic

Standard Deviation Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Standard Deviation Indicator in FX Replay measures market volatility, showing how far price deviates from its average over a given period. It’s a key tool for understanding momentum strength, identifying range-to-trend transitions, and adjusting risk settings in your trading system.

🔧 How to Add It:

1. Go to the Indicators panel in FX Replay.
2. Search for “Standard Deviation”.
3. Select it and choose your desired period (e.g., 20 for short-term, 50 or 100 for broader context).
4. Apply it to your chart and adjust styling if needed.

📊 How to Use It in FX Replay:

✅ Gauge Volatility

• High SD = wide price swings → potential breakouts or trend volatility
• Low SD = quiet market → potential consolidation or pre-breakout setup

📈 Trend Confirmation

• Combine with moving averages or trendlines to verify trend strength.
• A drop in SD during a trend = market stability
• A spike = possible uncertainty or exhaustion

🔄 Spotting Reversals

• Watch for SD spikes at the top or bottom of moves.
• Often signals:
  • Stop hunts
  • Liquidity grabs
  • Potential reversals

🧪 Backtest for Strategy Optimization

• Use SD to filter trade environments:
  • → Avoid trend trades when SD is flat and low
  • → Favor breakout trades when SD rises rapidly

⚠️ Adjust Risk/Trade Size

• High SD: Reduce size or use tighter stops
• Low SD: Widen stops or be selective to avoid chop

💡 Pro Tip:

In FX Replay, the Standard Deviation Indicator is ideal for building context filters.
Use it to:

• Avoid false breakouts during low volatility
• Time your entries when volatility expands
• Combine with tools like Bollinger Bands or volume spikes to enhance signal quality

Smoothed Moving Average (SMMA) – FX Replay Guide

The SMMA in FX Replay is a momentum-smoothing trend indicator that helps you track trend direction, spot reversals, and analyze market bias by smoothing out price fluctuations with a heavier emphasis on recent data.

🔧 How to Add It in FX Replay

• Go to the Indicators panel.
• Search for “Smoothed Moving Average” or SMMA.
• Apply it to your chart and choose your preferred period setting (e.g., 50 for medium-term, 200 for long-term).

📈 How to Use SMMA in FX Replay

Trend Confirmation:

• Price above SMMA = uptrend → consider long entries.
• Price below SMMA = downtrend → consider short entries.

Reversal Triggers:

• Price cross above SMMA = possible bullish entry.
• Price cross below SMMA = possible bearish entry or exit.

Overbought/Oversold Zones:

• If price is far above SMMA, the market may be overextended → watch for pullbacks.
• If price is far below SMMA, watch for potential bounce setups.

💡 Example in FX Replay

You’re backtesting USD/CAD with a 50-period SMMA:

• Price stays above the SMMA for multiple days → you hold a long bias.
• Suddenly, price closes below the SMMA on a strong bearish candle → this may be your signal to exit or short.

✅ Pro Tip for FX Replay

• Use multiple SMMAs (e.g., 20 + 50 or 50 + 200) to visualize trend layers and golden/death cross scenarios.
• Combine SMMA with support/resistance zones, volume spikes, or price action patterns in your backtests to find high-confluence trade setups.

Spread Indicator – FX Replay Guide

While FX Replay does not display live bid/ask spread data, understanding spread mechanics is crucial when analyzing liquidity conditions, trade cost efficiency, and execution timing—especially when replicating real-market trading behavior during backtesting.

📘 Key Concepts to Simulate in FX Replay

🔍 Understanding Spread in the Replay Environment

• Real-time spread is not visible, but volatility, session timing, and liquidity conditions can imply spread behavior.
• For example:
  • London/NY open = tighter spreads
  • Off-hours (Asia close) = wider spreads

🕒 Trade Timing Logic

• Use spread awareness to filter entries:
  • Avoid executing trades immediately after volatile news candles (implied wide spread)
  • Prefer entries during consolidation or high-volume session overlaps (implied narrow spread)

💰 Profitability Estimation

• When journaling trades, deduct 0.5–2 pips from gross profit to simulate spread cost.
• Especially relevant for:
  • Scalping strategies
  • Tight risk-reward setups

🧪 Backtesting Spread-Based Conditions

• Tag setups like:
  • “Breakout during high-volume session = probable narrow spread”
  • “Reversal at low liquidity time = assume higher spread”
• Use tags to evaluate if spread conditions impacted trade outcomes.

🧩 Combine with Session Indicators

• Use tools like:
  • Zeussy Time Cycles
  • NY AM/PM blocks
  • Asia/London sessions
• Combine with volume spikes to identify moments where spreads likely tightened

💡 Pro Tip

In FX Replay, simulate spread awareness by:

• Factoring spread cost into all trade entries/exits
• Avoiding entries during illiquid or transitional zones (e.g., end of NY session)
• Reframing RR logic to account for “invisible” spread slippage
• Use this as a discipline tool to time trades with real-world execution in mind—even when the platform doesn’t render the bid/ask line directly

SMI Ergodic Indicator (SMIEO) – FX Replay Guide

The SMIEO in FX Replay is a momentum and trend-following tool that combines the True Strength Index (TSI), a signal line (EMA), and a histogram (SMIO) to help you spot reversals, confirm entries, and gauge market strength.

🛠 How to Add It in FX Replay

• Open the Indicators panel
• Search for “SMI Ergodic” or “SMIEO”
• Add it to your chart to view the SMI line, signal line, and histogram below the price

📊 How to Use It in Backtesting or Strategy Building

🔁 Crossovers for Entries/Exits

• Buy Signal: SMI line crosses above the signal line → suggests upward momentum and potential long entry
• Sell Signal: SMI line crosses below the signal line → suggests downside momentum and possible exit or short setup

📈 Histogram Momentum (SMIO)

• Watch for increasing histogram bars as confirmation of strengthening trend
• Shrinking bars can signal momentum loss or a possible reversal

🌀 Divergence Detection

• Example: Price makes higher highs while SMIEO makes lower highs → potential bearish divergence
• Use divergence as a caution flag or entry filter when backtesting

⚖️ Zero Line as Bias Filter

• SMI above 0 = bullish zone
• SMI below 0 = bearish zone
• Use the 0 line to define directional bias in your FX Replay strategy logic

⚙️ Tuning the Settings

• Adjust the smoothing periods to match your style
  • Shorter = more reactive (good for scalping)
  • Longer = smoother, ideal for swing setups
• Backtest different configurations to optimize for your asset or timeframe

💡 Pro Tip

In FX Replay, use SMIEO as a trend confirmation or reversal warning tool, especially when paired with:

• Price structure (e.g., HH/HL or LH/LL)
• Volume-based confirmation
• Other indicators like RSI, MACD, or PO3°

The histogram is especially useful for visually spotting trend strength or weakness during key trade setups.

Session Indicator NY – FX Replay Guide

The Session Indicator NY highlights the New York trading session directly on your chart, making it easy to identify high-volume, high-volatility trading windows. It’s ideal for users who want to filter trades by time of day and focus on session-based market behavior.

🛠 How to Set It Up

Create Your Backtesting Session:

• From the FX Replay dashboard, click “Create Session”
• Set your dates, pair, strategy type, and initial balance
• Hit “Play” to load the chart and begin testing

Add the NY Session Indicator:

• Open the Indicators panel
• Search for “Session Indicator by FX Replay” and choose the NY version
• This overlays the New York session using a distinct color block

Customize the Indicator:
Click the ⚙️ gear icon next to the indicator name to adjust:

• Start/End Time (adjust for daylight savings if needed)
• Color, opacity, or labels for easy chart scanning
• Visibility (e.g., show only on certain timeframes or days)

Use the “Go To” Function:

• Open the navigation bar and select “Go To > NY Session”
• Instantly jumps you to the start of the next NY session — perfect for backtesting strategies that rely on session opens

📈 Trading Applications

NY Open Breakouts:

• Backtest how price behaves in the first 15–60 minutes after NY open

Session Filters:

• Exclude trades outside the NY block if your system only performs well during high volatility

Overlap Tactics:

• Combine this with the London session to evaluate setups during the London–NY overlap, where volume typically peaks

💡 Pro Tip

Pair the Session Indicator NY with FX Replay tools like Volume, RSI, or VWAP to isolate high-quality setups during the most active part of the U.S. trading day.

Round Number Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Round Number Indicator in FX Replay highlights psychologically significant price levels—such as 1.0000, 1.5000, or 2.0000—that often act as natural support and resistance zones in the market. This tool is key for understanding how traders respond at these thresholds.

🛠 How to Use the Round Number Indicator in FX Replay

Add It to Your Chart

• Go to the Indicators panel
• Search for “Round Number” and apply it
• The indicator will draw horizontal lines at major round numbers automatically

🔍 What It Does

• Highlights key whole or half-number price levels that traders often react to
• These zones frequently align with:
  • Order clusters
  • Market structure pivots
  • Volatility breaks

📈 Use Cases in FX Replay

• Entry/Exit Zones:
  Watch for price rejection or breakout behavior near round numbers
• Stop Loss/Take Profit Logic:
  Set stops just beyond round numbers to avoid getting wicked out
• Bias Filtering:
  If price holds above a round number → bullish bias
  If price breaks below → possible reversal or pullback

🔁 Backtesting With Round Numbers

• While backtesting in FX Replay:
  • Track how often price reacts at round number levels
  • See if your setup performs better when aligned with these zones for:
    • Entries
    • Stops
    • Exits

💡 Pro Tip

In FX Replay, round numbers are visual anchors.
Combine this indicator with price action tools or other FX Replay indicators like RSI or Moving Averages to build confluence for your trade ideas.

Round numbers often line up with institutional order flow or retail stop zones — don’t ignore them.

Relative Volatility Index (RVI) – FX Replay Guide

The Relative Volatility Index (RVI) in FX Replay measures volatility direction, not price direction. It tells you whether volatility is picking up (potential momentum shift) or fading (potential trend exhaustion). Unlike standard momentum indicators, the RVI is based on standard deviation, making it a powerful tool for gauging strength behind price moves.

🔍 What the RVI Tells You

• Above 50 = Bullish volatility — market is becoming more active on the upside
• Below 50 = Bearish volatility — activity is slowing or shifting downward
• RVI is ideal for confirming momentum in fast or choppy conditions

📈 How to Use the RVI in FX Replay

➤ Add It to Your Chart

• Go to Indicators
• Search for “Relative Volatility Index”
• Apply it to your chart
• You’ll see two lines: the RVI line and a smoothed signal line for crossover analysis

➤ Look for These Key Setups

• Break Above 50 or 60 = Possible bullish continuation or entry
• Drop Below 50 or 40 = Possible bearish momentum or exit setup
• Crossovers:
  • RVI line crosses above the signal line = potential long setup
  • RVI line crosses below the signal line = potential short setup

➤ Combine with RSI or MACD

• Use RVI to validate conditions shown by RSI
  • e.g., RSI oversold + RVI rising = strong buy confirmation
• Can also confirm breakouts or exhaustion when paired with MACD histogram changes

🔁 Backtest & Optimize in FX Replay

• Use historical charts to test different look-back settings (e.g., 10, 14, 20)
• See how different settings affect RVI sensitivity
• Adjust signal thresholds based on volatility of your chosen instrument
• Overlay with moving averages or trendlines for layered confluence

💡 Pro Tip

In FX Replay, the RVI is best used as a momentum confirmation tool — not a standalone signal.
Focus on RVI crossovers and whether the indicator is sustaining above or below the 50 line in context with price action or trend structure.

Round Number Quarters Theory – FX Replay Guide

FX Replay does not offer a built-in Quarters Theory indicator, and the platform currently doesn’t support custom indicator uploads. However, you can still manually apply the Quarters Theory using FX Replay’s drawing tools and grid-based price awareness to structure your trades.

📚 What is Quarters Theory?

Quarters Theory is a market structure concept where traders treat round numbers and their subdivisions (quarters) as key psychological levels — often acting as support, resistance, entry, exit, or reaction zones.

⚙️ How to Use Quarters Theory in FX Replay

1. Manually Mark Round Numbers

• Identify the nearest major round number (e.g., 1.2000 on EUR/USD)
• Use FX Replay’s horizontal line tool to mark this level

2. Calculate and Plot Quarter Levels

• Add lines at 25%, 50%, and 75% distances from the round number
• Example:
  • If 1.2000 is your anchor, draw lines at:
    • 1.1975
    • 1.1950
    • 1.1925
• Duplicate and space out these lines to cover additional zones above and below

3. Use as Trade Framework

• Entry Zones: Watch for bounces or breaks at quarter levels
• Stop Loss & TP: Use quarter spacing to define risk/reward zones
• Reversals or Breakouts: Price often respects these levels intraday

4. Special Case – JPY Pairs

• JPY pairs use different decimals
• Use 25, 50, or 100 pip spacing instead of fractional decimals

5. Best Timeframe

• Use Quarters Theory on the 1H timeframe for day trading or scalping strategies inside FX Replay

💡 Pro Tip

In FX Replay, you can create a “template” by drawing quarter levels around a key round number, then copy and slide them up/down to efficiently structure your entire chart. This simulates the effect of a Quarters Theory indicator — without needing automation.

Relative Strength Index (RSI) – FX Replay Guide

The RSI in FX Replay is a momentum oscillator that helps you gauge whether the market is overbought or oversold—key for spotting potential reversals and timing entries and exits.

🔑 Key RSI Levels

• Above 70 = Overbought: Watch for potential pullbacks or short setups.
• Below 30 = Oversold: Watch for potential rebounds or long setups.
• Around 50 = Neutral: Can act as a trend confirmation line
  (above 50 = bullish bias, below 50 = bearish bias)

🛠️ How to Add RSI in FX Replay

• Go to the Indicators panel
• Search for “Relative Strength Index”
• Click to apply it to your chart

📈 How to Use RSI in FX Replay

• Trend Confirmation
  Use RSI crossing above or below 50 to support directional bias
• Divergence
  Look for price moving one way and RSI the other
  e.g., Bullish divergence = lower lows in price + higher lows in RSI
• Entry/Exit Triggers
  Use RSI levels in combination with your strategy rules
  (e.g., buy on oversold confirmation, sell on overbought fade)

🧪 Strategy Testing with RSI

• Use FX Replay’s backtesting tools to test RSI-based systems on historical price data
• Change RSI settings (default = 14) to see how faster/slower values (e.g., 9 or 10) impact performance
• Combine RSI with other indicators (like MA, MACD) to filter for higher-probability setups

💡 Pro Tip

RSI alone isn’t a signal—it’s a context tool.
In FX Replay, always confirm RSI insights with price action, support/resistance levels, or other indicators before placing trades.

How to Use Ratio Indicator in FX Replay

Add Custom Ratio Indicator

• Go to Indicators → Search for "Ratio" or enter a custom script
• (If comparing two assets, use price overlay or multi-pane setup)

Select Your Data Points:

• Example: ETH/BTC
• Plot the ratio using: Price of ETH ÷ Price of BTC
• You can visualize this using a line chart or oscillator if your custom script allows

Interpret Behavior:

• Uptrending ratio → ETH outperforming BTC
• Downtrending ratio → BTC outperforming ETH
• Watch for breakouts or divergences in the ratio to lead market moves

Combine with FX Replay Tools:

• Add a Market Structure or Volume Profile overlay
• Use FVG Zones or PO3° Indicator in parallel with ratio trend shifts
• Add alerts on custom ratios using breakout levels or moving average crossovers

Backtest Ideas with Ratio Context:

• Run side-by-side replays (e.g., SPX vs NDX, Gold vs Silver)
• Compare ratio inflection with FVG fills or HTF PO3 shifts

Relative Vigor Index (RVI) – FX Replay Guide

The RVI in FX Replay is a momentum-based oscillator designed to show whether bulls or bears are dominating the market. Unlike traditional oscillators, RVI compares closing price strength to price range using volume-weighted calculations—making it useful for trend confirmation and divergence signals.

🔍 What It Tells You

• RVI > 50: Bullish momentum — buyers have the edge
• RVI < 50: Bearish momentum — sellers are in control

✅ Use RVI to validate trend strength, spot divergences, or identify continuation signals.

📈 How to Use It in FX Replay

➤ Add RVI to Your Chart

• Go to the Indicators panel
• Search “Relative Vigor Index”
• Add it to your active chart

➤ Pair with Price Action or Other Indicators

• RVI works best when combined with tools like moving averages, MACD, or trendlines
• Not ideal as a standalone trigger

➤ Look for These Key Setups

• Signal Line Crossovers:
  • RVI crosses above its signal line → possible bullish entry
  • RVI crosses below its signal line → possible bearish entry
• Trend Confirmation:
  • RVI staying above 50 during an uptrend = strength
  • RVI staying below 50 during a downtrend = weakness
• Divergence:
  • Price makes higher highs, RVI makes lower highs → bearish divergence
  • Price makes lower lows, RVI makes higher lows → bullish divergence

🔁 Backtest & Refine in FX Replay

• Test RVI performance using FX Replay’s historical data tools
• Adjust period length or combine with price action filters to improve results
• Monitor reactions across sessions (London, NY, Asia) and timeframes for best strategy alignment

💡 Pro Tip

Use RVI in FX Replay to confirm what you see on the chart—whether it's trend strength, divergence, or momentum exhaustion.
For higher confidence, pair it with volume spikes, key levels, or moving average crossovers.

Relative Strength Index (RSI) — Explained for FX Replay Users

The Relative Strength Index (RSI) is a momentum indicator that helps traders evaluate whether a market is potentially overbought or oversold — signaling a possible reversal or continuation in price.

In FX Replay, RSI is a powerful tool when combined with replayed price action, structure analysis, and session-based context. It gives you a second layer of insight beyond raw price, especially when identifying high-probability entry or exit zones during key time windows.

How RSI Works

RSI plots a line that oscillates between 0 and 100:

• Above 70 → Possible overbought condition (price may be extended and due for a pullback)
• Below 30 → Possible oversold condition (price may be undervalued and ready to bounce)
• Around 50 → Neutral momentum (used as a filter or trend baseline)

In FX Replay, you can watch how RSI develops in real time or slow motion using the replay slider, allowing you to break down how momentum evolves during key setups — like London/NY opens or kill zone entries.

How FX Replay Traders Use RSI

• Trade confirmation: Use RSI to confirm the strength of a breakout, PO3, or liquidity sweep.
  Example: If RSI stays strong above 50 during a bullish structure break, it can validate directional conviction.
• Divergence spotting: RSI diverging from price (e.g., price makes a higher high but RSI makes a lower high) can act as an early heads-up for trend exhaustion.
  In FX Replay, you can pause and annotate these divergence zones mid-replay for study or refinement.
• Session overlays: Combine RSI with the Custom Session Indicator or HTF levels to isolate when momentum signals occur inside institutional timing windows — this helps separate meaningful signals from noise.

Pro Tips for RSI on FX Replay

• Backtest RSI behavior within specific sessions (e.g., NY Open) across different pairs to see how often RSI extremes align with structure breaks or liquidity events.
• Use RSI with drawing tools like horizontal levels and trendlines to isolate areas where momentum shifts matter most.
• Overlay RSI with moving averages (like EMA or MA Cross) inside FX Replay to build confluence between trend direction and momentum strength.

Limitations to Keep in Mind

• RSI can lag price — use replay mode to test how fast or slow RSI reacts across different assets or timeframes.
• Overbought/oversold doesn’t mean reversal is guaranteed — context is everything.
  That’s why RSI works best in combination with other tools on FX Replay (market structure, sessions, FVG zones, etc.).
• RSI behaves differently in strong trends — price can stay overbought or oversold for extended periods.
  Use trend bias tools to frame when to ignore or lean into RSI signals.

Best Practices

The RSI is not just a number — it's a momentum signature.
Inside FX Replay, you have the ability to test how RSI reacts around news, session opens, and structural shifts.
Use that power to slow down, observe, and train your pattern recognition with precision.

How to Use ROC on FX Replay

Add ROC to Your Chart:

• Go to the Indicators tab → search “Rate of Change” or “ROC” → select and apply.

Adjust Period Based on Timeframe:

• Shorter periods (9, 12): Snappier signals, great for intraday
• Longer periods (20–30): Smoother trends, good for swing trading

Interpret the Line:

• ROC > 0: Momentum is bullish
• ROC < 0: Momentum is bearish
• Crossing 0: Watch for a confirmation candle → potential entry

Spot Divergence Like a Pro:

• Price making higher highs, ROC making lower highs = watch for a drop
• Price making lower lows, ROC making higher lows = possible bounce

Power Pairing in FX Replay:

• Combine with FVG, Market Structure, or PO3°
• Example: ROC crosses up through 0 + Break of Structure + bullish FVG = 🔥 entry setup

Backtest the Combo:

• Use Replay Mode to test how ROC divergence plays out over time.

Price Volume Trend (PVT) – FX Replay Guide

The Price Volume Trend (PVT) indicator on FX Replay blends price movement and volume to show whether money is flowing in or out of the market. It’s ideal for confirming trends and spotting subtle shifts in momentum before they hit price structure.

How to Use It in FX Replay

Read the Trend:

• PVT rising with price: Strong buying pressure backing the trend
• PVT falling with price: Strong selling pressure confirming the downtrend

Spot Divergences:

• Bullish divergence: Price hits new lows but PVT climbs = possible reversal
• Bearish divergence: Price hits new highs but PVT drops = trend might be weakening

Combine with Structure Tools:

• Use PVT with Market Structure, HTF PO3°, or Inside Bar to time entries based on volume-backed reversals

Optional: Add a Signal Line:

• Try overlaying an EMA on the PVT
• PVT crossing above the EMA: Bullish push
• PVT crossing below the EMA: Bearish momentum shift

Backtest It:

• Use Replay Mode to test how PVT reacts to key swing points
• Identify where volume supported price or hinted at early reversal

Rank Correlation Index (RCI) – FX Replay Guide

The Rank Correlation Index (RCI) on FX Replay helps you spot when the market is out of sync with itself — a sign that a reversal or momentum shift might be around the corner. Think of it like a smarter RSI that looks at time and price together.

How to Use RCI in FX Replay

Watch for Extremes:

• RCI above +80? Market could be topping out — look for bearish setups
• RCI below -80? Market may be bottoming — look for bullish setups

Look for Crossovers:

• When RCI crosses the zero line or its moving average, it can hint that momentum is flipping
• Use this alongside Market Structure or Chop Zone to confirm early

Pair it for Power:

• RCI is great with Inside Bar, FVG, or PO3° to confirm high-probability reversals
• Example: RCI hits +90, and PO3° shows high timeframe exhaustion — boom, reversal entry

Tune the Settings:

• Try 9, 14, or 20-period RCI settings
• Select “close” as your price source for most cases — but experiment if needed for precision

Backtest with Replay:

• Use Replay Mode to see how RCI responds near key highs/lows
• Watch for consistent divergence patterns that signal reversal zones

Price Channel Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Price Channel Indicator on FX Replay is a simple but powerful way to visualize trend boundaries and spot breakouts. It plots the highest high and lowest low over a selected period (usually 20 candles), creating a visual channel that updates dynamically.

How to Use It in FX Replay

Visualize Market Structure:

• The upper channel shows resistance
• The lower channel shows support

Spot Breakouts Easily:

• Price breaks above the top of the channel → may signal a new uptrend
• Price breaks below the bottom of the channel → could signal a new downtrend

Use It for Trade Planning:

• Enter breakouts or reversals with confluence
• Set stop-losses just outside the channel
• Set targets within or just beyond the opposite band

Best Practice

• Combine with RSI or another momentum indicator to confirm overbought/oversold pullbacks
• Consider the timeframe you're analyzing:
  • Shorter timeframes → catch quick setups
  • Longer timeframes → capture major trend shifts

Price Oscillator (PPO) – FX Replay Guide

The Price Oscillator (PPO) on FX Replay helps you measure trend strength and momentum using the percentage difference between two EMAs (like 9 and 26). It's great for spotting trend shifts early and confirming momentum behind price action.

How to Use It in FX Replay

Understand the Calculation:

• PPO shows how far the short-term EMA is from the long-term EMA, expressed as a percentage
• It smooths volatility and adapts to price ranges — useful in both high- and low-volatility environments

Trading with Crossovers:

• PPO crossing above zero = early sign of bullish momentum
• PPO crossing below zero = early sign of bearish momentum
• Signal Line Cross: Entry signals often trigger when PPO crosses its own EMA (signal line)

Momentum Confirmation with Histogram:

• Rising histogram = momentum building up (bullish)
• Falling histogram = fading trend (potential reversal or pullback)

Divergence Detection:

• Use PPO divergences to flag when price is moving without strong momentum backing it
• Helpful for detecting exhaustion before structure confirms it

Pair It with FX Replay Tools

• Use in combo with Position Tool and Auto Breakeven for calculated entries
• Combine with structure indicators like Market Structure or HTF PO3° for precision on higher timeframe confluence

Weighted Moving Average (WMA) – FX Replay Guide

On FX Replay, the Weighted Moving Average (WMA) is a responsive trend-following tool that emphasizes recent price action more than a simple moving average (SMA). It’s ideal for identifying short-term trend changes and dynamic support/resistance zones.

How to Use It in FX Replay:

Add the Indicator:

• In the Indicators tab, search and add "WMA" to your chart.

Configure the Period:

• Common periods include 9, 20, or 50 depending on your trading style.
• A shorter WMA (e.g. 9) will respond more quickly to price changes.

Interpret Signals:

• WMA rising → Uptrend
• WMA falling → Downtrend
• Price crossing above WMA → Potential buy
• Price crossing below WMA → Potential sell

Combine with FX Replay Tools:

• Use the WMA as a dynamic support/resistance line when placing trades.
• Backtest setups using FX Replay’s replay function and Position Tool to measure R:R accurately.

Example Setup:

• Apply a 5-period WMA to your chart.
• Observe price crossing and bouncing around it.
• Combine with an ICT-style FVG zone or AMD cycle timing for high-confluence setups.

Pivot Points Standard – Advanced Use in FX Replay

To get the most out of the Pivot Points Standard indicator on FX Replay, you’ll want to go beyond just plotting levels—this version offers trend color confirmation and clean breakout signals labeled “CT Breakup” or “CT Breakdown.”

How to Get Started:

Add the Indicator:

• Open your FX Replay chart
• Click “Indicators”
• Search for “Pivot Points Standard” and apply it

Customize It for Your Style:

• Choose the timeframe you want pivot levels based on (e.g., daily or weekly)
• Select which pivot levels to show (R1–R3, S1–S3)
• The background color will automatically reflect the current trend:
  • 🟩 Green = Bullish
  • 🟥 Red = Bearish

Read the Signals:

• CT Breakup: Bullish breakout above resistance
• CT Breakdown: Bearish breakdown below support
• Trend Confirmation: Use the color-coded background to confirm momentum

Trading Tips:

• Bounce trades: Trade off pivot levels when price reacts cleanly
• Breakouts: Follow CT Breakup or Breakdown for trend continuation
• Risk management: Place stop-loss just beyond key levels like S1 or R2

Stay Alert:

• If available on your plan, enable alerts for CT signals or when price nears critical pivot zones

Triple Moving Average Crossover – FX Replay Guide

On FX Replay, the Triple Moving Average Crossover Indicator is a great tool for spotting trend shifts and filtering out noise using three EMA lines with different timeframes.

How to Use It:

Apply the Indicator:

• Search for “Triple EMA” or set up three separate EMAs on your FX Replay chart.
• A common setup is:
  • 9-EMA (short-term)
  • 21-EMA (medium-term)
  • 55-EMA (long-term)

Trade Setup:

• Buy Setup:
  • 9 EMA crosses above the 21 EMA
  • Both are above the 55 EMA → Bullish signal
• Sell Setup:
  • 9 EMA crosses below the 21 EMA
  • Both are below the 55 EMA → Bearish signal

Use the 55 EMA as a trend filter:

• Price should align above or below it to confirm trend strength.

FX Replay Advantage:

• Use Replay Mode to practice crossover trades and backtest their success rate.
• Combine with the Position Tool for precise R:R planning
• Track metrics and performance stats automatically

Tip for Best Use:

• This indicator works best in trending conditions — combine it with a trend filter or consolidation breakout strategy.
• Confirm with momentum indicators (e.g., MACD or RSI) to avoid fakeouts.

Pivot Points Standard – FX Replay

The Pivot Points Standard Indicator on FX Replay helps you quickly identify key support and resistance levels for potential reversals and trend continuation setups.

How it works:

Central Pivot Point (PP):
Calculated as the average of the previous high, low, and close
Formula: PP = (High + Low + Close) / 3

Support & Resistance Levels:

• R1 = (PP × 2) – Low
• S1 = (PP × 2) – High
• R2 = PP + (High – Low)
• S2 = PP – (High – Low)
• R3 / S3 = PP ± 2 × (High – Low)

How to Trade with It:

• Price above PP → Potential uptrend → Target R1, R2, or R3
• Price below PP → Potential downtrend → Target S1, S2, or S3
• Use bounce or break confirmation around pivot levels for trade entries

Why it's useful in FX Replay:

• When replaying price action, pivot levels offer predefined structure to evaluate reaction zones
• Combine with FX Replay’s trade placement tools to simulate and refine setups

Parabolic SAR (Stop and Reverse) – FX Replay

The Parabolic SAR (Stop and Reverse) indicator in FX Replay helps you visually track trend direction and potential reversals during backtesting. It's represented by a series of dots that shift positions based on price action.

How to Use It in FX Replay:

Trend Identification:

• Dots below price = Uptrend
• Dots above price = Downtrend

Entry Signals:

• Buy when the dots flip below the price
• Sell when the dots flip above the price

Exit Strategy:

• In a long trade, exit when dots flip above the price
• In a short trade, exit when dots flip below the price

Spot Reversals:

• When SAR flips from above to below or vice versa, it can signal a potential reversal

Optimize Settings:

• Tweak the Acceleration Factor (AF) and Max Acceleration in FX Replay to make SAR more or less responsive to price swings

Best Practices:

• Works best in trending markets
• Combine with structure, volume, or confirmation indicators to improve your edge

On Balance Volume (OBV) – FX Replay

The On Balance Volume (OBV) indicator on FX Replay is designed to help you gauge buying vs. selling pressure by tracking volume flow in relation to price movement. It's useful for confirming trends, spotting potential reversals, and validating breakout strength during backtesting.

How It Works:

• If the price closes higher than the previous day → volume is added to OBV
• If the price closes lower → volume is subtracted from OBV
• If the close is unchanged → OBV stays the same

How to Use OBV in FX Replay:

Confirm Trends:

• Rising OBV with rising price confirms bullish strength
• Falling OBV with falling price confirms bearish momentum

Spot Divergence:

• Price makes higher highs but OBV does not → bearish divergence
• Price makes lower lows but OBV holds steady or rises → bullish divergence

Validate Breakouts:

• OBV climbing sharply alongside a breakout = volume-backed move → greater confidence in entry

Combine with Tools:

• Pair OBV with:
  • Structure tools
  • FVG zones
  • Custom indicators
    …to identify high-confluence trade setups during backtesting.

Net Volume – FX Replay Guide

On FX Replay, the Net Volume indicator gives you insight into buying vs. selling pressure by showing the difference between uptick and downtick volume in real time. It's especially useful for validating breakouts and identifying trend strength.

How to Use Net Volume in FX Replay:

Add the Indicator:

• Go to the Indicators panel, search for "Net Volume," and apply it to your chart.

Interpret the Signal:

• Positive Net Volume → Buying pressure
• Negative Net Volume → Selling pressure

Spot High-Conviction Breakouts:

• Use Net Volume to confirm breakouts from consolidation zones or supply/demand levels.
• Strong price moves supported by high net volume = higher conviction.

Look for Divergence:

• If price is rising but Net Volume is declining, it could signal weakening momentum and a possible reversal.

Support Your Entry Strategy:

• Combine with FX Replay tools like the Position Tool or Order Block zones to confirm institutional interest or order flow strength.

Example Application:

Price breaks above previous day’s high → Net Volume spikes positive → Enter long trade with confidence.

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The Moving Average Double (DEMA) on FX Replay is a responsive trend-following tool that helps you detect market direction earlier than standard moving averages.

How to Use It in FX Replay:

Add the Indicator:

• Search for “Moving Average Double” in the indicator library
• Set your preferred period (common: 20, 50)

Spot Trends:

• Rising DEMA + price above it = Potential uptrend
• Falling DEMA + price below it = Potential downtrend

Use Crossovers for Signals:

• Price crosses above DEMA = Possible long setup
• Price crosses below DEMA = Possible short setup
• You can also combine short- and long-period DEMAs to generate crossover signals

Support & Resistance Clarity:

• Use DEMA as a dynamic support/resistance guide
• Ideal for setting trailing stops or visualizing trend strength

Strategy Tips:

• DEMA is fast-moving—great for scalping and swing setups
• Confirm signals with tools like RSI or MACD for added confidence
• Backtest your settings using FX Replay’s replay mode to fine-tune timing

The Exponential Moving Average (EMA) on FX Replay helps you track trend direction with greater precision by emphasizing recent price movements.

How to Use EMA in FX Replay:

Add EMA to Your Chart:

• Select from the Indicator Library
• Choose your desired EMA length (e.g., 8, 20, 50, 200)

Read the Trend:

• Rising EMA = Uptrend
• Falling EMA = Downtrend

Trade Using Crossover Logic:

• Golden Cross: Short-term EMA crosses above long-term EMA → Bullish setup
• Death Cross: Short-term EMA crosses below long-term EMA → Bearish setup

Support & Resistance:

• Use EMA as a dynamic level where price may bounce or reverse
• Great for spotting continuation entries in trends

Backtest Your Strategy:

• Use FX Replay’s replay mode to simulate entries based on EMA bounces or crossovers
• Combine with volume or market structure for confirmation

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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.

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The Multiple Moving Average indicator on FX Replay, including popular configurations like the GMMA, is an excellent tool to visually analyze market trends by layering short- and long-term EMAs on your chart.

How to Use It on FX Replay:

Apply the Indicator:

• Search for “Multiple Moving Average” or “GMMA” in the Indicators panel.
• Add it to your chart with one click.

Configure the Settings:
FX Replay’s version typically includes:

• Short-term EMAs: 3, 5, 7, 10, 12, 15
• Long-term EMAs: 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 60
• Adjust these to match your strategy or timeframe.

Interpret the Visuals:

• Uptrend: Short-term EMAs are above and separating from long-term EMAs
• Downtrend: Short-term EMAs are below and diverging downward
• Sideways/Consolidation: All EMAs begin to overlap or bunch up

Combine with FX Replay Tools:

• Use in Replay Mode to test setups with live-action visualization
• Pair with other indicators like RSI or MACD for confirmation
• Use the Position Tool to place trades and test R:R scenarios dynamically

Backtest & Optimize:

• Refine your entry/exit rules by watching how price reacts at crossover or compression points
• Document your results using FX Replay’s Journaling tools or export trade logs for review

The Moving Average Channel (MAC) indicator on FX Replay creates a dynamic channel using moving averages of highs and lows to help you spot breakouts and trend confirmations in real time.

How to Use It in FX Replay:

Plot the Channel:

• Add the MAC indicator from the library
• Customize the period (common settings: 8 or 10)
• FX Replay will plot two lines:
  • MA of Highs (MAH) – upper channel
  • MA of Lows (MAL) – lower channel

Spot Buy/Sell Setups:

• Buy: A full candle closes above the MAH
• Sell: A full candle closes below the MAL

Trigger Confirmation:

• Look for a second consecutive bar to close beyond the line for confirmation

Practical Tip:

• Price bars must be fully outside the channel — wicks don’t count
• The lower MA can act as dynamic support during uptrends
• Breakouts above = new uptrend
• Breakouts below = new downtrend

Backtest It:

• Use FX Replay’s simulation tools to see how MAC-based breakouts performed historically with your specific strategy
• Combine with tools like the position calculator to fine-tune entries and exits

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Momentum (MOM) Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Momentum (MOM) Indicator on FX Replay helps you quickly assess the speed and strength of price movements over time. It's a leading indicator that compares current price to a previous price n periods ago and is great for spotting trends, potential reversals, and confirming breakouts.

How to Use It in FX Replay:

1. Read the Indicator:

• MOM > 0: Uptrend.
• MOM < 0: Downtrend.
• MOM rising: Accelerating trend.
• MOM falling: Weakening trend.

2. Look for Divergences:

• Bullish: Price makes lower lows, MOM makes higher lows → possible reversal upward.
• Bearish: Price makes higher highs, MOM makes lower highs → potential top forming.

3. Spot Overbought/Oversold Areas:

• MOM doesn't have hard upper/lower limits, but in FX Replay you can use historical levels to draw reference lines.
• Extreme MOM values could signal exhaustion or continuation—watch for context.

4. Combine with FX Replay Tools:

• Confirm trends with Moving Averages, MACD, or RSI.
• Use the position tool for precise trade simulation.
• Backtest with the replay feature to test MOM performance in different market conditions.

5. Customize Periods Based on Your Strategy:

• Scalpers: Try 7–10 period MOM.
• Swing Traders: Try 14–21.
• Use FX Replay to test which setting works best with your asset and timeframe.

Money Flow Index (MFI) – FX Replay Guide

The Money Flow Index (MFI) on FX Replay blends price and volume to help you detect overbought/oversold zones and potential trend reversals. It’s great for spotting hidden momentum shifts before price reacts.

How to Use MFI in FX Replay:

1. Overbought/Oversold Zones:

• Above 80: Market may be overbought – watch for pullbacks.
• Below 20: Market may be oversold – watch for rebounds.
• Use these zones to time entries or exits in your backtests.

2. Spot Divergences:

• Bearish: Price makes new highs, but MFI doesn’t → potential weakness.
• Bullish: Price makes new lows, but MFI rises → possible reversal.
• These divergences are powerful when paired with structure shifts or FVG zones.

3. Confirm Trends:

• If MFI rises while price trends up, it confirms strong buying pressure.
• If MFI falls during a downtrend, it supports bearish continuation.
• Use FX Replay’s replay mode to test how MFI confirms or contradicts trends.

4. Combine with Other Indicators:

• Try pairing MFI with RSI or Order Block tools.
• Use the position tool and set trades at confluence zones with MFI confirmation.
• Adjust your stop-loss and take-profit logic based on MFI signals.

The Moving Average Adaptive Indicator on FX Replay, such as the Kaufman Adaptive Moving Average (KAMA), dynamically adjusts to market volatility—giving you smoother signals during sideways action and responsive tracking during strong trends.

How to Use it in FX Replay:

Spot the Trend:

• If the adaptive MA is rising, consider bullish setups.
• If it's falling, look for bearish opportunities.

Trade the Crossovers:

• When price crosses above, consider a long entry.
• When price drops below, it could be a short signal.

Adapt to Market Conditions:

• In trending conditions, the indicator reacts faster.
• In chop, it slows down to filter out noise.

Combine with Other Tools:

• For higher confluence, pair it with RSI, MACD, or FX Replay’s order block or PO3 tools.

Tune Your Strategy:

• FX Replay allows you to adjust the fast/slow period to suit your strategy.

Backtest & Risk Manage:

• Use FX Replay's backtesting engine to refine entries and exits.
• Combine with the position tool for auto risk calculations and trade simulation.

Moving Averages – FX Replay Guide

Moving Averages are a foundational tool in technical analysis and are fully supported in FX Replay. They help smooth out price fluctuations, identify trend direction, and can be used for both short-term setups and long-term strategy planning.

How to Use Moving Averages in FX Replay:

1. Types of Moving Averages:

• SMA: Useful for a broader trend overview.
• EMA: Ideal when you want quicker reaction to recent price action.

2. Choose Your Periods:

• Use shorter periods (9, 20) for scalping or intraday setups.
• Use longer periods (50, 200) for swing or position trading backtests.

3. Spot Trend Direction:

• A rising MA indicates a bullish trend – look for long setups.
• A falling MA suggests a bearish trend – consider short setups.

4. Crossover Strategy:

• Golden Cross (short > long) = bullish signal.
• Death Cross (short < long) = bearish signal.
• Use FX Replay’s visual indicators and overlays to confirm these events.

5. Use MAs as Dynamic Zones:

• Watch how price reacts to MAs during replays.
• If it respects them as support/resistance, it can provide strong confluence.

6. Combine with FX Replay Tools:

• Use alongside your position tool for precise entries.
• Layer moving averages with FVGs, order blocks, or PO3 structures to validate entries.

Median Price Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Median Price Indicator on FX Replay helps you smooth out short-term fluctuations by calculating the average of the high and low price for each bar. It’s a simple yet powerful tool to clarify trend direction and spot key support and resistance levels in your backtesting environment.

🔍 How to Use It in FX Replay:

1. Formula:

• Median Price = (High + Low) / 2 — calculated per candle/bar.

2. Spotting Trends:

• A rising line indicates a bullish bias.
• A falling line indicates a bearish bias.

3. Support and Resistance:

• Price may respect the Median Price line as dynamic support or resistance.
• Watch for bounces or rejections around this level during replays.

4. Crossovers with Other Indicators:

• Cross above a moving average? May confirm bullish strength.
• Cross below? Could indicate bearish pressure.

5. Combine with FX Replay Tools:

• Pair with the Moving Average, MACD, or RSI indicators.
• Use in conjunction with position tools for clearer entry/exit visualization.
• Backtest scenarios using Replay mode to refine your strategy around these signals.

Example:

Using a 50-period Median Price, if it crosses above your 50 EMA while sloping up, it could confirm a buy setup. Use FX Replay’s tools to simulate this moment and test your edge.

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Mass Index (MI) – FX Replay Guide

The Mass Index (MI) is a leading technical analysis tool available on FX Replay that helps you spot potential trend reversals by analyzing price range volatility. While the indicator doesn’t predict direction, it’s excellent for signaling when a major shift may be coming.

🔍 How It Works:

1. Calculation Method

• Compares the 9-period EMA of the daily high-low range to a 9-period EMA of itself.
• Summed over 25 periods to form the Mass Index value.

2. Reading the Signal

• Bulge Alert:
  • MI rises above 27, then drops below 26.5.
  • This formation is considered a reversal signal.
• Confirmation Required:
  • Use price action, moving averages, or FX Replay’s other tools to determine the direction.

3. Strategy Use

• Use MI bulge signals to plan potential entry/exit points.
• Combine with RSI, MACD, or structure indicators for better confirmation.
• Example: MI bulge + 9 EMA turning down + pending short entry below local low.

4. Final Tips

• The MI doesn’t say which direction the market will go—just that a change is likely.
• Use FX Replay’s backtesting feature to evaluate how MI fits into your strategy.
• Incorporate proper risk management and always validate with multi-indicator confluence.

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McGinley Dynamic Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The McGinley Dynamic Indicator is a powerful trend-following tool available on FX Replay, designed to smooth price action while dynamically adjusting to market speed. Unlike standard moving averages, it automatically adapts to volatility, offering more accurate insights during fast market shifts.

🔍 How to Use It in FX Replay:

1. Spotting Trends:

• Rising McGinley = uptrend
• Falling McGinley = downtrend
• If price stays above the McGinley line, momentum is bullish.
• If price is below, momentum is bearish.

2. Entry/Exit Opportunities:

• Long Entry: When price rises above the indicator and the McGinley line starts curving up.
• Short Entry: When price falls below the indicator and the line begins curving down.

3. Risk Management:

• Stop-Loss Placement:
  • For long trades: below the McGinley line.
  • For shorts: above the McGinley line.
• Take-Profit: Set based on price structure or volatility-based targets.

4. Best Practices:

• Combine with FX Replay's RSI or MACD indicators to reduce false signals.
• Use Replay Mode to test how the McGinley performs during different market cycles.
• Adjust the “N” period to find the responsiveness that fits your strategy.

Why Use McGinley on FX Replay?

Its smart smoothing mechanism makes it ideal for reducing lag without sacrificing accuracy—especially useful when backtesting strategies in volatile conditions.

Market Structure Indicator – FX Replay Guide

To use the Market Structure Indicator on FX Replay, simply open the indicators menu within the chart and activate it. This tool helps you clearly see short-term and intermediate-term swing highs and lows, which is essential for reading market direction and planning entries and exits.

How It Works:

1. Accessing the Indicator

• Find it in FX Replay’s built-in indicator library — part of our 23+ custom tools designed to help traders analyze market conditions in replay mode.

2. Swing Identification

• Green Arrows: Highlight short-term swing highs/lows.
• Yellow Arrows: Overlay green arrows to mark intermediate-term swings.
• These points are based on a three-candle formation to determine valid structure.

3. Trading Application

• Use this indicator to determine trend bias:
  • Lower highs forming = possible downtrend.
  • Higher lows forming = possible uptrend.
• Pair this with FX Replay’s position sizing and risk management tools to execute calculated trades.

4. Backtesting Insight

• Use Replay Mode to test strategies based on market structure:
  • Analyze how swing levels behaved historically.
  • Combine with other indicators like Order Blocks or Fair Value Gaps.
  • Optimize your strategy across different market conditions.

MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence) – FX Replay Guide

The MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence) indicator on FX Replay helps you identify trends, momentum shifts, and potential reversals based on the interaction of moving averages.

How to Use MACD in FX Replay

1. Understand the Core Components:

• MACD Line: Difference between the 12-EMA and 26-EMA.
• Signal Line: 9-period moving average of the MACD line.
• Histogram: Visual difference between MACD and signal line.
• Zero Line: Trend baseline.

2. Common Trade Setups:

• Bullish Signal (Buy):
  • MACD crosses above the signal line.
  • Stronger if also crossing above zero line.
• Bearish Signal (Sell):
  • MACD crosses below the signal line.
  • Stronger if also crossing below zero line.

3. Spot Momentum Changes:

• Watch the MACD histogram for expanding bars (momentum increasing).
• Shrinking bars suggest momentum is fading.

4. Look for Divergence:

• Bullish Divergence: Price makes higher lows, MACD makes lower lows.
• Bearish Divergence: Price makes lower highs, MACD makes higher highs.

5. Backtesting on FX Replay:

• Use Replay Mode to test historical trades based on MACD crossover points.
• Combine MACD with support/resistance zones or volume-based tools like the Imbalance Indicator.

6. Confirmation Tip:

• For more accurate results, combine MACD with trendline breaks, price structure shifts, or other FX Replay custom indicators.

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MA with EMA Crossover Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The MA with EMA Crossover Indicator on FX Replay is a versatile tool for spotting trend changes and trade setups across different timeframes.

How to Use on FX Replay

1. Set Your Timeframe

• Choose your replay session timeframe (e.g., 1-minute for scalping, daily for swing trading).

2. Pick EMA Periods

• Common combinations:
  • Intraday: 5-8-13
  • Swing/Trend: 9-20 or 20-50

3. Add EMAs to Your Chart

• Go to the Indicators section, search for “EMA,” and apply your preferred periods to the chart.

4. Watch for Crossovers

• Golden Cross (Buy Signal): Short-term EMA crosses above long-term EMA.
• Death Cross (Sell Signal): Short-term EMA crosses below long-term EMA.

5. Confirm with Price Action

• Use price closing above the crossover zone or candle confirmation for higher probability setups.

6. Enhance with FX Replay Tools

• Use tools like:
  • One-click Entry/Exit
  • Auto Breakeven
  • Backtest Crossover Scenarios to validate your strategy.

7. Combine with Other Indicators

• For higher confidence, layer in tools like RSI, MACD, or FX Replay’s Imbalance Indicator.

Example

Let’s say you're using a 5-8-13 EMA setup. You spot the 5 EMA crossing above the 8 EMA while both sit above the 13 EMA → This may signal a long setup, and you could place your trade using FX Replay’s risk management tools.

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Moving Average Cross Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Moving Average Cross Indicator on FX Replay is a powerful way to identify momentum shifts and plan entries or exits. By tracking when short- and long-term moving averages cross over each other, you can spot possible trend reversals with greater confidence.

How to Use on FX Replay

1. Choose Moving Averages

• Pick a fast and slow MA combination (e.g., 9 & 20 EMA for intraday, or 50 & 200 SMA for swing trading).

2. Watch for Crossovers

• Golden Cross → Bullish signal: Short-term MA moves above long-term MA.
• Death Cross → Bearish signal: Short-term MA drops below long-term MA.

3. Entry and Exit Strategy

• Use the crossover to time entries or exits.
  • Example: Enter long after a Golden Cross with confirmation from volume or price action.
  • Exit or short when a Death Cross forms, ideally below a key structure.

4. Confirm with FX Replay Tools

• Use:
  • Volume overlays
  • RSI or MACD
  • Replay mode for backtesting to verify the strength of the signal.

5. Manage Risk

• Set stop-loss based on recent swing highs/lows.
• Maintain risk-reward discipline using the platform’s built-in position tool.

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Linear Regression Slope – FX Replay Guide

The Linear Regression Slope indicator on FX Replay helps you quantify the strength and direction of a trend by calculating the slope of a linear regression line fitted over a selected timeframe. This is especially useful for validating setups or confirming entries on trending moves.

How to Use It in FX Replay

1. Identify Trend Direction

• Positive Slope: Uptrend.
• Negative Slope: Downtrend.
• Near Zero: Ranging/Consolidation.

2. Measure Trend Strength

• A steep slope means the trend is strong.
• A shallow or flat slope = Weak or choppy trend.

3. Confirm Entries

• Use the slope as confirmation when price aligns with your trade bias.
• Combine with tools like Order Blocks, FVG, or HTF PO3° for higher confluence.

4. Spot Entry Triggers

• Slope crossing above 0: Potential long setup.
• Slope crossing below 0: Potential short setup.
• Slope direction change: Momentum shift.

5. Risk Management Tips

• Place stop-loss below the regression line for long trades.
• Place stop-loss above the regression line for short trades.
• Use slope changes as early exit signals in case of weakening trend.

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Linear Weighted Moving Average (LWMA) – FX Replay Guide

The Linear Weighted Moving Average (LWMA) indicator on FX Replay is a fast-reacting trend-following tool that helps you spot market shifts sooner than traditional moving averages. It assigns greater weight to more recent prices, making it more responsive to current momentum.

How to Use LWMA on FX Replay

1. Trend Detection

• An upward-sloping LWMA suggests a bullish trend.
• A downward-sloping LWMA signals bearish momentum.
• It's ideal for spotting short-term moves and trend shifts earlier.

2. Entry/Exit Strategies

• Buy Setup: When price pulls back to or slightly under the LWMA during an uptrend.
• Sell Setup: When price tests or rises just above the LWMA during a downtrend.
• You can also use crossovers (e.g., LWMA crossing over SMA) for trade entries.

3. Smart FX Replay Combinations

• Pair it with SMA or EMA for crossover strategies.
• Use LWMA as dynamic support/resistance on trending markets.
• Backtest it with custom settings using FX Replay’s simulation features to fine-tune period sensitivity.

4. Caution on Noise

• LWMA reacts fast, so it’s more sensitive in sideways markets.
• Combine with other FX Replay indicators like RSI, MACD, or Order Blocks for confirmation.

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Linear Regression Curve – FX Replay Guide

The Linear Regression Curve indicator in FX Replay helps you visualize the underlying trend of the market by plotting a "best fit" curve based on recent price action. It's ideal for analyzing long-term structure and identifying potential turning points, especially on higher timeframes like the weekly chart.

How to Use in FX Replay

1. Determine Market Trend

• Curve rising: Bullish structure.
• Curve falling: Bearish structure.

2. Spot Dynamic Support & Resistance

• Price bouncing off the curve may indicate a continuation.
• Rejections or penetrations of the curve often hint at reversal setups.

3. Confirm Your Bias

• Combine the curve with Order Blocks, Fair Value Gaps, or HTF PO3° for confluence.

4. Fine-Tune Time Sensitivity

• Use shorter look-back periods for scalping or intraday trades.
• Use longer look-backs for swing or position trading.

5. Recognize Trade Setups

• Long Entry: Price drops below the curve in an uptrend (buy the dip).
• Short Entry: Price rises above the curve in a downtrend (sell the rally).
• Trend Reversal: Price crosses the curve with increasing momentum.

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Least Squares Moving Average (LSMA) – FX Replay Guide

The Least Squares Moving Average (LSMA) is available in FX Replay as a powerful tool for identifying trend direction and spotting potential reversals. It uses linear regression to smooth out price data and project the line of best fit over a chosen period—ideal for reducing noise and confirming structure shifts.

How to Use LSMA in FX Replay

1. Trend Identification

• A rising LSMA indicates an uptrend.
• A falling LSMA indicates a downtrend.

2. Trade Signal Crossovers

• Bullish Signal: Price crosses above the LSMA line.
• Bearish Signal: Price crosses below the LSMA line.

3. Confirming Trend Strength

• Combine LSMA with structure-based tools like Order Blocks, PO3°, or HTF candles to validate trades.

4. Reversal Detection

• Sudden LSMA slope shifts or repeated crossovers may signal a trend change.

5. Noise Filtering

• Great for smoothing erratic price movement and highlighting dominant market direction during backtesting.

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Know Sure Thing (KST) Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Know Sure Thing (KST) indicator, available on FX Replay, is a momentum oscillator that helps you identify trend reversals and entry/exit points by smoothing multiple Rate of Change (ROC) periods into one powerful signal.

How It Works

• KST Line: Tracks combined momentum from four ROC averages.
• Signal Line: A moving average of the KST Line for smoother signals.

How to Use It in FX Replay

1. Watch for Crossovers

• Bullish Signal: KST crosses above the signal line, especially when it's also above the zero line.
• Bearish Signal: KST crosses below the signal line, especially when it's also below the zero line.

2. Spot Divergences

• If price makes lower lows but KST makes higher lows → bullish divergence.
• If price makes higher highs but KST makes lower highs → bearish divergence.

3. Momentum Zones (Context Clues)

• Strongly above zero and rising? Possible overbought condition.
• Deeply below zero and falling? Possible oversold condition.

Strategy Integration

• Combine with FX Replay’s FVG, Order Blocks, or PO3° tools for stronger confluence.
• Use the Replay Mode to test different crossover conditions and optimize entry/exit points.
• Confirm KST moves with structure shifts or smart money concepts for maximum edge.

Klinger Oscillator – FX Replay Guide

The Klinger Oscillator is a volume-based indicator on FX Replay that helps you spot trend reversals and confirm momentum by analyzing the force behind price movements.

What It Does

The Klinger Oscillator measures "volume force" using two EMAs:

• 55 EMA (longer-term).
• 34 EMA (shorter-term).

It also includes a 13 EMA signal line for precise trade entries. The oscillator oscillates around a zero line:

• Above 0: Buying pressure.
• Below 0: Selling pressure.

How to Use in FX Replay

1. Trade Entry Signals

• Buy Signal:
  • Oscillator crosses above the 13-EMA signal line, ideally from a deeply negative zone.
• Sell Signal:
  • Oscillator crosses below the signal line from a high point, signaling a shift to bearish pressure.
• Zero Line Crosses:
  • Cross above 0: Trend strengthening upward.
  • Cross below 0: Bearish strength growing.

2. Confirm Reversals

• Combine with price structure, Fair Value Gaps, or other confluence in FX Replay.
• Watch for divergence (e.g., price makes higher highs while the oscillator falls).

3. Volume Matters

• Klinger works best when volume is active—use it to gauge who’s in control (buyers vs. sellers).
• Especially useful on swing setups or larger timeframes.

Keltner Channel Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Keltner Channel is a powerful volatility-based indicator available on FX Replay that helps you identify trends, spot breakouts, and gauge overbought or oversold conditions with clarity.

What It Is

It consists of:

• A middle EMA line (default: 20-period).
• Upper and lower bands based on Average True Range (ATR × 2).

The channel adjusts in real-time based on volatility—widening when volatility rises, narrowing during calm periods.

How to Use It in FX Replay

1. Identify the Trend

• Uptrend: Price is above a rising middle line → look to buy pullbacks.
• Downtrend: Price is below a falling middle line → look to short pullbacks.
• Flat Channel: Market is ranging → prepare for a breakout.

2. Trade Breakouts

• Break above the upper band? May signal a strong upward move.
• Break below the lower band? Could indicate momentum down.

3. Spot Overbought/Oversold Zones

• Price hugging the upper band for a while? Could be overbought.
• Price hugging the lower band? Might be oversold.

Best Practices in FX Replay

• Backtest your strategy with the replay tool across trending and ranging markets.
• Combine Keltner Channels with confirmation indicators (like RSI or Fair Value Gaps).
• Adjust EMA period and ATR multiplier based on the asset and timeframe you're analyzing.

Core Concepts & Judas Swing Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Judas Swing Indicator on FX Replay helps traders identify market manipulations such as false moves around key institutional levels. By integrating this with FX Replay’s bar replay and backtesting tools, traders can practice recognizing and trading these setups effectively.

1. Core Concepts You Should Know

• Judas Swing:
  A false move below or above the Asian range intended to trap retail traders, often reversed sharply in the opposite direction.
• Midnight Open:
  Defined as the 5:00 a.m. NY session open, this point is frequently used by institutions to set the tone for the day’s manipulation.

2. Configure the Indicator for Your Strategy

• Market Mode Selection:
  Choose between trend, range, or neutral market settings to align with your trading conditions.
• TP/SL Options:
  • Dynamic Mode: Adapts risk/reward levels using ATR.
  • Fixed Mode: Lets you define specific R:R ratios.
• Risk Level Adjustment:
  Modify to control the size of potential TP/SL zones if using dynamic settings.
• FVG Sensitivity:
  Adjust to detect cleaner or more subtle Fair Value Gaps (especially useful for confirmation).
• Backtesting Dashboard:
  Use this to review how specific settings have performed historically.

3. How to Identify a Judas Swing with the Indicator

• Step 1: Watch for price to drop below the Asian range low shortly after the Midnight Open.
• Step 2: Price then reverses and breaks above the Asian range high.
• Step 3: Once price clears back above the Midnight Open, the Judas Swing is confirmed.

This move traps shorts and sets up for long entries.

4. Executing the Trade in FX Replay

• Setup Recognition:
  The indicator will highlight Judas Swing scenarios visually.
• Confluence:
  Confirm setups using Order Blocks, Fair Value Gaps, or PO3 concepts for added confidence.
• Entry & Risk Control:
  Use the indicator’s SL/TP zones to size and manage trades directly in FX Replay using the Position Tool.
• Macro Awareness:
  Always factor in high-impact news or overall market structure before executing.

Imbalance Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Imbalance Indicator in FX Replay is designed to help traders spot inefficient price zones—commonly referred to as Fair Value Gaps (FVGs)—that can offer high-probability entry points. By pairing it with FX Replay’s replay and backtesting tools, you can test, refine, and optimize your strategy in real-time.

Step-by-Step: Using the Imbalance Indicator in FX Replay

1. Define Your Strategy First:

Before placing trades, clarify:

• Entry Criteria:
  • Will you enter when price returns to an imbalance zone?
  • Are you using confirmation (e.g., candle pattern or BOS)?
• Exit Criteria:
  • Do you take profits at a 2:1 or 3:1 R:R?
  • Are you targeting external liquidity or support zones?
• Risk Management:
  • Decide your stop placement (e.g., outside the FVG).
  • Determine fixed % risk per trade.

2. Backtest in Replay Mode:

• Choose Your Market & Timeframe:
  • Select a pair or instrument and timeframe that matches your style.
• Replay Past Price Action:
  • Navigate to historical data and activate the replay feature.
• Place Trades Based on Your Rules:
  • Wait for price to return to imbalance zones.
  • Use FX Replay’s Position Tool to define entries, stops, and take profits.
• Evaluate Strategy Metrics:
  • FX Replay tracks your trades across metrics like:
    • Win rate
    • Profit factor
    • Drawdown
    • Average R:R

3. Analyze & Optimize:

• Use the data to refine your entry logic.
• Adjust imbalance zone sensitivity or pair it with structure (BOS/CHOCH).
• Retest on different assets and market conditions.

4. Pro Tip: Strategy Example:

• Imbalance Entry: Price returns to a 5-minute imbalance created by a strong move.
• Entry: Limit order mid-zone.
• Stop: Just above/below the imbalance.
• Take-Profit: At next opposing liquidity sweep or OB.

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.

Hull Moving Average (HMA) – FX Replay Guide

The Hull Moving Average (HMA) is a fast-reacting, smooth-moving indicator available in FX Replay that helps you visually track trend direction with reduced lag, offering more precise entry and exit timing than traditional moving averages.

Why Traders Use the HMA in FX Replay:

• Combines responsiveness (like short EMAs) with smoothing (like longer MAs).
• Ideal for real-time simulation and backtesting in both trending and transitional markets.
• Reacts faster to price shifts without being noisy.

How to Trade with the Hull MA in FX Replay

1. Determine Trend Direction:

• Rising HMA: Favor long positions.
• Falling HMA: Favor short positions.
• Flat HMA: Stand aside or prepare for breakout conditions.

2. Read Trend Strength:

• Steeper slope: Stronger trend.
• Flattening: Possible pause or reversal.

3. Time Your Entry/Exit:

• Crossover Strategy:
  • Add two HMAs (e.g., 12 & 50).
  • Crosses provide bullish/bearish trade signals.
• Support/Resistance Method:
  • Use the HMA line as dynamic support or resistance.
  • Watch for price reactions off the HMA during trend pullbacks.

4. Choose the Right Periods:

• Short-Term HMA (e.g., 9, 12):
  • Reacts quickly—great for lower timeframe scalping or fast replays.
• Long-Term HMA (e.g., 20, 50):
  • Ideal for swing trading simulations or structure-based narratives.

Calculation Insight:

• Built using Weighted Moving Averages (WMA).
• Core formula:
  HMA = WMA(2 × WMA(n/2) – WMA(n)), √n
  This helps reduce lag while keeping the curve smooth and responsive.

Power Tip:

Combine HMA with RSI, MACD, or HTF PO3° to confirm directional bias. In FX Replay, you can simulate entries with the Position Tool, observe risk metrics in real time, and replay the trade using Auto Breakeven for risk adjustment.

Would you like help creating an HMA-based trading model layered with structure and liquidity tools in FX Replay? Just let me know.

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Ichimoku Cloud Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Ichimoku Cloud Indicator in FX Replay is a powerful, all-in-one trend-following tool that helps you identify trend direction, support/resistance levels, and precise trade entries. It’s especially useful when replaying historical price action to simulate and refine multi-factor strategies.

Key Components & What They Tell You:

• Tenkan-sen (Conversion Line): Fast-moving trend signal.
• Kijun-sen (Base Line): Strong trend reference point.
• Senkou Span A & B: Form the Kumo (cloud), representing future support/resistance.
• Chikou Span (Lagging Line): Validates price momentum vs. historical price.

The space between Senkou Span A & B forms the Kumo, a visual "cloud" that shifts forward in time, allowing you to see potential support/resistance levels ahead of price.

How to Trade with Ichimoku in FX Replay:

1. Identify the Trend Direction:

• Bullish: Price above cloud, Span A above Span B, Chikou above price.
• Bearish: Price below cloud, Span A below Span B, Chikou below price.

2. Use Crossovers for Entries:

• Bullish signal: Tenkan-sen crosses above Kijun-sen.
• Bearish signal: Tenkan-sen crosses below Kijun-sen.
• Stronger confirmation if these occur clearly above or below the Kumo.

3. Trade Kumo Breakouts:

• Break above cloud: Potential bullish continuation.
• Break below cloud: Possible bearish breakdown.

4. Confirm with Chikou Span:

• Chikou above current price confirms bullish momentum.
• Chikou below current price confirms bearish momentum.

Tips for Effective Use in FX Replay:

• Run simulations in Replay Mode to practice reading cloud structure dynamically.
• Combine Ichimoku with FVG zones, Order Blocks, or PO3 structure for confluence.
• Ideal on Daily, 4H, and 1H timeframes for trend traders.

ICT Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The ICT Indicator by FX Replay is designed for traders following Inner Circle Trader (ICT) methodologies, helping visualize concepts like market structure, liquidity zones, order blocks, and FVGs. This tool is especially powerful when used in replay mode to build and refine high-probability setups.

Getting Started with the ICT Indicator in FX Replay

1. Access the Indicator:

• Open the Indicators panel.
• Search for terms like “ICT” or “market structure”.
• Click to add the indicator to your active chart.

2. Configure for Your Strategy:

• Double-click the indicator to open settings.
• Key options may include:
  • Max candles analyzed.
  • Visible sessions (e.g., NY, London, Asia).
  • Toggle features for FVGs, BOS, or OB markers.

3. Use It for Smart Money Analysis:

• Identify:
  • Break of Structure (BOS) or Change of Character (CHOCH).
  • Liquidity sweeps and inducements.
  • Fair Value Gaps as entry zones.
  • Order blocks as reversal zones.
• Combine with FX Replay tools:
  • Fibonacci retracements.
  • Position tool for R:R setup.
  • Auto Breakeven for trade management.

4. Backtest with Replay Mode:

• Use FX Replay's timeline scrubbing to simulate the past.
• Test how the ICT indicator reacts to market conditions.
• Tag setups and track performance using commenting tools or notes.

Example Setup Flow:

• Use the ICT Indicator to highlight an order block after a liquidity sweep.
• Confirm structure shift using CHOCH or BOS labels.
• Enter on a retracement into an FVG.
• Set stop-loss below the OB and aim for a 3:1 R:R.

Pro Tip:

Stack the ICT Indicator with tools like HTF PO3°, FVG auto-draw, or volume profile to create multi-timeframe confirmation.

Need help building a full ICT-based strategy template in FX Replay? Just let me know.

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Historical Volatility (HV) Indicator – FX Replay Guide

The Historical Volatility (HV) Indicator in FX Replay gives traders a statistical view of how volatile an asset has been over a specified number of periods. By measuring the standard deviation of price returns, HV helps contextualize price behavior, volatility risk, and potential momentum shifts across any timeframe.

How Historical Volatility Works in FX Replay

• Calculates the standard deviation of price changes over a set number of bars.
• Commonly used with periods such as 10, 30, 60, or 180 days.
• Expressed as a percentage—higher values indicate more volatile movement.

How to Interpret HV in Trading

• High HV:
  • Price has been moving sharply, often in response to news, trend breakouts, or increased volume.
• Low HV:
  • Indicates tight consolidation or sideways movement, often seen before breakouts.
• Comparative Edge:
  • You can compare the HV of multiple assets or timeframes to rank volatility conditions.

FX Replay Use Cases for HV

1. Trend & Momentum Analysis

• Watch for HV spikes as early warnings of directional shifts.
• Combine with HTF PO3° or FVG zones to align volatility with structure.

2. Entry Timing & Risk Control

• High HV? Consider wider stops or smaller size.
• Low HV? Look for breakout setups or reversal zones.

3. Backtesting Conditions

• Overlay HV in Replay Mode to track how past volatility cycles aligned with your setups.

4. Strategy Validation:

• Use HV to filter out trades that occur in low-volatility chop.
• Validate whether trading during high or low HV periods impacts win rate and R:R.

Bonus: Historical Volatility Ratio (HVR)

• Use multiple HV indicators with different periods (e.g., 10 vs. 60).
• A declining short-term HV against long-term HV may suggest volatility contraction—setting up a potential expansion move.

Reminder:

Historical Volatility shows past behavior, while Implied Volatility is forward-looking (derived from options pricing). For a well-rounded approach, always use HV with structure, liquidity zones, and volume analysis.

Need help building a volatility-based entry model in FX Replay or combining HV with institutional tools? Just let me know.

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HTF PO3° [Pro+] – FX Replay Guide

The HTF PO3° [Pro+] indicator in FX Replay gives you a clean visual of higher timeframe candle structure on your lower timeframe execution chart. It’s designed to support PO3 (Power of Three) strategy traders by anchoring trades to HTF levels, improving execution accuracy, and eliminating the need to constantly toggle layouts.

🛠 Setup & Configuration:

Add the Indicator:

• Go to Indicators → search for “PO3” or “HTF PO3° [Pro+]”.
• Apply to your chart (works best on 1M, 3M, 5M, 15M).

Choose Higher Timeframe:

• In settings, select the HTF to visualize (e.g., 1H, 4H, Daily).
• You can stack multiple HTF PO3s to see Daily + 4H, or 4H + 1H simultaneously.

Displayed Elements:

• Open: Acts as the session's “True Open”—used to define PO3 manipulation/expansion phase.
• High/Low: Shows current top/bottom of HTF candle in development.
• Range Box: Visually track the HTF candle’s active size.
• Countdown: Shows remaining time until HTF candle closes (for HTFs below 1D).

📈 Trade Setup Integration:

Build Your Narrative:

• Q1 (Accumulation): Price coils near HTF open.
• Q2 (Manipulation): Fakeouts around HTF open level.
• Q3 (Distribution/Expansion): Price trends toward HTF high/low.
• Q4 (Continuation or Reversal): Trend exhausts or resets.

Execution Examples:

• VWAP reclaim + HTF PO3 open retest = long entry.
• Break of PO3 low + PO3 high rejection = short setup.
• Fractal or FVG inside Q2 → PO3 breakout trigger.

Backtest Use Cases:

• Replay Mode:
  • Study how price respects or rejects the HTF open.
  • Replay multiple days to journal how setups play relative to PO3 structure.

Combine With:

• DR/IDR Indicator: Session structure vs. HTF expansion.
• Zeussy Time Cycles: Align PO3 manipulation with AMD 30/90 moves.
• Volume or CMF: Confirm if PO3 expansion has order flow support.

🚀 Pro Tip:

In FX Replay, HTF PO3° is your anchor for narrative-based execution:

• HTF open holds = bullish bias → lean long.
• Sweep + reject of HTF high = trap setup → fade or reverse.
• Manipulation around HTF open = don’t rush entries → wait for expansion phase.

Perfect for:

• PO3-based journaling.
• Multi-HTF alignment (e.g., D1 HTF + M5 execution).
• Backtesting institutional-style setups across session windows.

Guppy Multiple Moving Average (GMMA) in FX Replay

The Guppy Multiple Moving Average (GMMA) is a trend-following indicator in FX Replay that layers multiple short- and long-term EMAs to give traders deeper insight into trend strength, structure, and reversal potential. It's ideal for both swing traders and long-term strategists.

How GMMA Works in FX Replay

Divides EMAs into two color-coded groups:

• Short-term EMAs (e.g., 3 to 15 periods) – reflect trader sentiment.
• Long-term EMAs (e.g., 30 to 60 periods) – reflect investor sentiment.

As price evolves, the distance and relationship between the two groups signal trend phases and potential trade opportunities.

How to Interpret It

Trend Direction:

• Uptrend: Blue (short-term) EMAs stacked above red (long-term) EMAs.
• Downtrend: Blue EMAs stacked below red EMAs.

Trend Strength:

• Wide separation: Indicates a strong, established trend.
• Convergence: Signals possible weakening or reversal zone.

Entry/Exit Triggers:

• Buy Signal: Short-term EMAs cross above long-term EMAs.
• Sell Signal: Short-term EMAs cross below long-term EMAs.
• Confirm entries with price structure or momentum indicators in FX Replay.

Support/Resistance Use:

• EMA clusters often act as dynamic zones for pullbacks and continuation entries.

FX Replay Tips for GMMA Use

• Overlay the GMMA with liquidity zones, FVGs, or order blocks for precision entries.
• Use FX Replay’s Position Tool to simulate setups and analyze R:R.
• Combine with RSI or MACD to filter out weak signals or choppy market phases.
• Works great across timeframes, especially for trend continuation strategies.

Default Settings in FX Replay (Recommended):

• Short-term EMAs: 3, 5, 8, 10, 12, 15
• Long-term EMAs: 30, 35, 40, 45, 50, 60
• Color Scheme: Short-term = blue, Long-term = red

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Envelopes Indicator in FX Replay

The Envelopes Indicator in FX Replay helps you visualize price extremes by plotting dynamic bands above and below a moving average. These bands act like a volatility-based channel, helping traders identify trends, overbought/oversold zones, and potential reversal points.

How It Works

• Starts with a Simple Moving Average (SMA)—often 20 periods.
• Plots an Upper Envelope and Lower Envelope based on a user-defined percentage above/below the SMA.
• The result: a channel that adapts to price action and market volatility.

How to Use It in FX Replay

Set the SMA Period:

• Common choices: 20, 50, or 100.
• Choose based on your strategy's timeframe.

Set the Deviation (%):

• Determines how far the bands sit from the SMA.
• More volatile assets may require larger percentages (e.g., 2–3%).

Interpret the Bands:

• Price at upper band: Potential overbought → possible short setup.
• Price at lower band: Potential oversold → possible long setup.

Trend Direction:

• Bands sloping up → uptrend.
• Bands sloping down → downtrend.

Reversal Watch:

• If price crosses from one side of the envelope to the other, it may suggest a trend shift.
• Watch for confirmation before acting.

Best Practices in FX Replay

• Combine Envelopes with momentum tools (e.g., RSI, MACD) to validate signals.
• Great for mean reversion or channel breakout strategies.
• Adjust the settings during backtests to align with asset behavior and market context.

Example Use Case

If price hits the upper envelope while RSI is also in the overbought zone, it may signal a pullback or short opportunity. Conversely, confluence at the lower envelope with RSI oversold could flag a buy zone.

Need help setting up a volatility-based strategy in FX Replay using Envelopes? Just let me know.

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EMA Cross Indicator in FX Replay

The EMA Cross Indicator is a popular tool in FX Replay for spotting momentum shifts and identifying potential entry and exit points. By tracking the interaction between short-term and long-term EMAs, traders can visually confirm the direction and strength of trends and act accordingly.

What It Does

• Tracks Exponential Moving Averages (EMAs) of different lengths (e.g., 9, 20, 50).
• Plots crossover events as potential buy/sell signals.
• Helps define trend direction and market phase.

Key Signals

Golden Cross:

• A bullish crossover where a short-term EMA (e.g., 9) crosses above a longer-term EMA (e.g., 50).
• Often seen as a signal to go long.

Death Cross:

• A bearish crossover where a short-term EMA crosses below a longer-term EMA.
• May indicate a shorting opportunity or exit for longs.

How to Use It in FX Replay

• Apply EMA Cross indicators to your favorite timeframes (e.g., 15m for scalping, 4H for swing).
• Backtest crossover signals against market structure or support/resistance zones.
• Combine with MACD, RSI, or volume filters to avoid false breakouts.

Example Setup

Using a 5-period and 20-period EMA, a crossover where the 5 EMA rises above the 20 EMA on increasing volume could be a solid bullish entry worth testing. Conversely, the opposite crossover might indicate a momentum fade or trend reversal.

Considerations

• Lagging Nature: EMAs are reactive, not predictive.
• False Signals: Crossovers in sideways markets can be misleading.
• Best Results: Use in trending environments and pair with confirmation tools like RSI or Bollinger Bands.

Want help building a crossover strategy or integrating it into your FX Replay template for automated signal testing?

Fx4°Model Indicator in FX Replay

The Fx4°Model Indicator is one of FX Replay’s most powerful tools for real-time market simulation, offering traders a hands-on way to refine strategy execution, backtest setups, and analyze market behavior under repeatable conditions.

How to Use the Fx4°Model with FX Replay

1. Enable the Replay Engine:

• Go to your account settings.
• Under Customizations, toggle on the Replay Feature.
• This activates the ability to simulate historical price action from any point in time.

2. Choose the Replay Start Point:

• On the chart interface, right-click a date.
• Select “Replay to this date” to begin.
• The platform will load the market state exactly as it appeared at that moment.

3. Play, Pause, and Rewind:

• Use playback controls to re-watch trade scenarios.
• Pause or rewind to dissect key decision points.
• Ideal for journaling mistakes, backtesting new setups, or practicing execution with the Fx4°Model active.

4. Simulate Entries with the Position Tool:

• Drag the Position Tool to place simulated trades directly on the chart.
• Click “Place Trade” to enter.
• FX Replay will auto-calculate risk and reward parameters, helping you fine-tune entries.

5. Activate the Fx4°Model Indicator:

• Found under Custom Indicators.
• Fx4°Model visualizes key structural levels, momentum shifts, and potential reversal zones.
• Use it in combination with liquidity sweeps, FVGs, or EMA cross strategies for full-scope testing.

Pro Tip

Pair the Fx4°Model with FX Replay’s Auto Breakeven feature to automate stop-loss adjustments once price reaches a defined threshold.

Would you like help creating a custom replay flow with Fx4°Model or layering it with your current indicator stack?

Fisher Transform Indicator in FX Replay

The Fisher Transform indicator in FX Replay is a powerful momentum oscillator that converts price movements into a Gaussian distribution, making it easier to detect reversal zones and extreme conditions. Its unique transformation highlights inflection points more clearly than traditional oscillators.

How It Works in FX Replay

• Smooths raw price into a statistically normalized curve.
• Plots a Fisher line and a trigger (signal) line.
• Ideal for spotting sharp turning points in trends.

How to Use It

Interpret the Levels:

• High Fisher values: Suggest market may be overbought.
• Low Fisher values: Suggest market may be oversold.

Watch for Crossovers:

• Fisher line crossing above trigger line: Potential bullish entry.
• Fisher line crossing below trigger line: Potential bearish entry.

Look for Divergences:

• If price is climbing but Fisher is falling, momentum may be fading.
• Combine with FX Replay’s liquidity or FVG zones for added confluence.

Example Trade Setup in FX Replay

• Fisher is below +1.5 and crosses above the trigger line → possible bullish reversal.
• Fisher is above +1.5 and crosses below the trigger line → possible bearish reversal.

Tips for Effective Use

• Adjust the look-back period (common values: 9, 10, 13) to match the asset and timeframe.
• Pair with indicators like MACD, RSI, or envelopes for cross-confirmation.
• In FX Replay, you can overlay Fisher with entry simulations using the Position Tool or Auto Breakeven for dynamic trade management.

Need help integrating the Fisher Transform into your momentum-based backtesting strategy or refining it with entry filters? Just let me know.

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Fair Value Gap (FVG) Indicator in FX Replay

The Fair Value Gap (FVG) Indicator in FX Replay allows traders to visually identify imbalances left behind by rapid price movements, offering key areas where price may return before continuing its trend. FVGs are particularly powerful in Smart Money Concepts (SMC) and ICT-based trading strategies.

How to Use the FVG Indicator in FX Replay

1. Spot the FVG Zone

• Manual Identification:
  • Look for the triple-candle setup:
    • A strong bullish or bearish move
    • Middle candle creates an imbalance (gap) between the first candle’s high and the third candle’s low (or vice versa)
• Automated Detection:
  • FX Replay’s FVG indicator marks these zones for you.
  • Customize settings like maximum lookback candles and minimum gap size to suit your strategy.

2. Wait for Price to Return

• Watch for price to retrace into the FVG zone.
• Optionally, wait for confirmation using candle structure, footprint overlays, or momentum divergence.

3. Enter the Trade

• Entry:
  • Set a limit order inside the FVG zone.
  • Or enter on a confirmed rejection (e.g., wick or engulfing pattern).
• Stop-Loss:
  • Place just outside the FVG to reduce risk and protect against invalidation.

4. Take-Profit Targets

• Align with support/resistance levels, internal liquidity zones, or predefined R:R levels.
• Consider partial exits or trailing methods depending on trend context.

5. FX Replay-Specific Tools

• Position Tool:
  • Instantly place simulated trades.
  • Adjust size, stop-loss, and take-profit.
  • See live R:R metrics as you plan.
• Auto Breakeven Feature:
  • Automatically move your stop-loss to entry price once a minimum threshold is reached.
  • Great for minimizing downside while staying in the move.

Pro Tip

Combine FVGs with order blocks, liquidity sweeps, or BOS/CHOCH markers in FX Replay to enhance precision in your backtests and trade planning.

Need help building a Smart Money strategy with FVG zones or layering confluences into your FX Replay templates? Just let me know.

Elder’s Force Index (EFI) in FX Replay

The Elder’s Force Index (EFI), available in FX Replay, is a momentum-based indicator that measures market strength by combining price change and volume. It's highly effective for spotting trend confirmation, breakout validation, and momentum shifts.

How It’s Calculated

• EFI = (Current Close − Previous Close) × Volume

This calculation generates a value that shows whether bulls or bears are in control—and how strong that control is.

Interpreting EFI in FX Replay

• Positive EFI: Indicates bullish momentum—buyers are dominating.
• Negative EFI: Indicates bearish momentum—sellers are in control.
• Rising/Falling EFI: Confirms the strength of an ongoing trend.
• Declining EFI: May signal momentum loss and a potential reversal.

Trading Applications

• Trend Confirmation: Use rising EFI to confirm uptrends and falling EFI to confirm downtrends.
• Breakout Validation: Strong EFI during breakouts adds confidence to directional moves.
• Pullback Opportunities: Watch for weakening EFI during a pullback for re-entry setups.
• Divergences: If EFI diverges from price action, it could signal a momentum shift.

Pro Tip: Smooth the EFI

• Apply an EMA to the EFI to reduce noise and highlight stronger, more consistent signals.
• For example, a 13-period EMA is commonly used to smooth volatility in shorter timeframes.

Pairing with Other Indicators in FX Replay

• Combine EFI with moving averages or trend-following systems.
• Great for use alongside MACD, RSI, or Donchian Channels to validate trade setups.

Would you like help building a Force Index strategy template or overlaying it with breakout detection in your FX Replay workspace?

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