RSI-Instant-TA 3.69 by SimpsTA

14 Jun 2023

How can this indicator benefit you?

Are you familiar with the RSI (Relative Strength Index), which is a commonly used indicator? Let me explain how it works in simpler terms. When the RSI is below 30 (considered oversold), it may be a signal to buy, and when it's above 70 (considered overbought), it may be a signal to sell. To confirm these signals, you can look for the RSI line crossing a moving average line while forming a higher high or lower low. I usually use a 1-hour timeframe (TF) for analysis but also glance at lower timeframes for better market understanding.

This indicator combines different averages of the RSI line, including the most important one, which is the RSI line averaged from 7 different timeframes. This averaging helps you gain a clearer understanding of what's happening across those timeframes.

To ensure you don't miss important market moments, you can set up predefined alerts using this indicator. However, it's always important to visually verify these alerts before taking any action.


What is what?

What do the different parts of the indicator represent and where does the data for plotting the lines come from?

1) THICK RED/GREEN OSCILLATING RSI LINE:
This line is a visual representation of the RSI (Relative Strength Index) calculated by averaging the RSI values from 7 different timeframes. It moves between the oversold and overbought regions while intersecting other simplified averaged RSI lines. The data used for plotting these line is derived from the RSI values calculated based on price movements across different timeframes.

2) THICK WHITE RSI LINE:
The thick white line is a slightly smoothed average of the regular RSI line (thin white line). It helps reduce the noise and volatility of the RSI line, making it easier to interpret.

3) TWO OSCILLATING RED/GREEN LINES WITH RED/GREEN BACKGROUND FILL:
These lines are further averages of the normal RSI line, providing a smoother oscillating baseline. When the thick white line or thick red/green line crosses this baseline, it typically indicates a change in direction.

4) BIG TRIANGLE WITH RED/GREEN VERTICAL BG LINE:
This element is used to create an alert. It serves as a visual signal when the market is likely to change direction. Many users find this feature particularly useful. (I pretty much use just this one)

5) SMALL TRIANGLE AND SMALL CIRCLE WITH RED/GREEN VERTICAL BG LINE:
These elements, although visually distinct, serve a similar purpose. They are used when a good entry opportunity has been missed, but there is still a desire to enter the position. They can also be helpful for re-entries into a position.

6) YELLOW HORIZONTAL LINE:
The yellow horizontal line represents the middle RSI line with a value of 50. It acts as a reference point for determining whether the RSI is in the overbought or oversold region.

7) TWO WHITE HORIZONTAL LINES:
These white horizontal lines represent the top and bottom RSI lines with values of 30 and 70, respectively. They serve as thresholds for identifying oversold (below 30) and overbought (above 70) conditions.




How to use this indicator effectively:

SETTING ALARMS:

To begin, familiarize yourself with setting alerts in TradingView. Here's how I usually set mine:
a) Choose the indicator name from the dropdown menu.
b) Select either a BUY or SELL TRIANGLE as the alert marker.
c) Set a value greater than 0 (this is necessary for the alert to trigger).
d) Opt for the alert to occur once per bar.
e) Write a description that you will recognize.
f) Choose the type of notification you prefer.
g) You're all set!

HOW TO READ THE LINES:

a) The baseline consists of two oscillating red/green lines (3) with a background fill.
b) When the thick red/green line (1) or the thick white line (2) is above the baseline, it indicates a BUY signal. If they are below the baseline, it signifies a SELL signal.
c) Confirm the signal by observing whether the thick red/green line (1) or the thick white line (2) form a Lower High (LH) as a SELL signal or a Higher Low (HL) as a BUY signal. It can occur before crossing baseline (3), so consider having ALERTS that support this.
d) Additionally, consider the vertical background colors from alerts as supplementary confirmation.
e) When the lines appear messy and there is no clear indication due to excessive zig-zagging through the baseline, it typically suggests that the market will continue its previous movement without any significant changes.

MY PREFERRED WORKFRAME:

I recommend using a 5-frame window, which includes the following timeframes:

3-minute TF (fine tuned entry)
13-minute TF (to understand 3minTF better)
30-minute TF (to understand 1h TF better)
1-hour TF (the most important one - looking for HL/LH on (1) or (2) and/or their crossings the baseline (3))
1-day TF (for a broader perspective on the market - you certainly wont do LONGS if market broke certain support)




Buy/Sell examples

To provide you with a better understanding, let's consider some examples of BUY and SELL signals using this indicator.

1st TRADING EXAMPLE:

This example is for those who want to take advantage of every market turn to maximize their gains. Please remember to rest and sleep; this approach may not be suitable for everyone.

Initially, the data might seem overwhelming, but as you become familiar with the meaning behind specific situations, it becomes less daunting. Let me guide you through what you see in the picture:

The UPPER WINDOW shows a BTC chart with marked positions and the gains you would have achieved by following the indicator's signals.
The LOWER WINDOW displays this indicator with my comments, explaining what is happening in the marked areas (circles).
You can view the example here:



To implement this approach, you need to set alerts on the 1-hour timeframe (TF) using the following options: BUY/SELL TRIANGLE, BUY/SELL triangle, and BUY/SELL circle. These alerts will send you notifications every few hours. When you receive a notification, visually assess the situation (consider going long, short, or exiting) based on the detailed criteria explained earlier.

2nd TRADING EXAMPLE:

This example is for those who prefer to have more free time and only react when there is an obvious market change, with more than a day or two between actions (going long, short, or exiting).

Here's what you see in the picture:

The UPPER WINDOW displays a BTC chart with marked positions and the gains you would have achieved by following the indicator's signals. As you can see, these positions are open for several days leaving you lots of time to rest.
The LOWER WINDOW shows this indicator with circles, highlighting the situations that prompted the actions. By now, you should be familiar with the rules.
You can view the example here:



To implement this approach, set alerts on the 1-hour timeframe (TF) for when the RSI AVG crosses the Slowest Line (select it from the dropdown menu). When you receive a notification, don't take immediate action; instead, turn on another alert (BUY/SELL triangle ALERT). If the RSI AVG is below the Slowest Line, choose the SELL triangle; if it's above, select the BUY triangle. Wait for the RSI AVG to return close to the Slowest Line for confirmation.

This approach will result in two to three notifications per day, allowing you to relax in the meantime.




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PRO TIP!

Try not to constantly stare at the charts and this indicator. Instead, look and react only when the alerts are triggered. Remember, the market won't change direction without triggering those alerts (provided they are set correctly). This will save you a significant amount of time and stress.