QC ImpulseEdge

QC ImpulseEdge identifies impulsive price movements by detecting large candles with small wicks and color changes, marking potential reversal or continuation zones. This indicator focuses on identifying the "impulse" - moments when price moves decisively in one direction with minimal hesitation, often marking the beginning of significant moves or exhaustion points.

The three-factor detection system (size + wick ratio + color change) ensures only genuine impulsive moves are identified, filtering out false signals from volatile but directionless periods.

QC ImpulseEdge identifies impulsive price movements using a multi-factor detection system that requires size, wick ratio, and color change conditions to be met simultaneously. This ensures only genuine impulsive moves are marked, filtering out false signals from volatile but directionless periods.

When an impulse is detected, zones are automatically created with dynamic sizing that adapts to market conditions, providing clear visual reference points for potential reversal or continuation areas.

• Configure lookback period and size multiplier to match your trading style and timeframe preferences
• Monitor for impulse zones on chart - these mark decisive price movements
• Use zones as:
  • Support/resistance levels for reversals
  • Entry zones for continuation trades
  • Exhaustion points for counter-trend setups
• Zones automatically invalidate when broken, providing clear exit signals
• Watch for zone breaks as potential trend continuation or reversal signals

Most indicators that mark "large moves" simply look at candle size, which can include many false signals during volatile but directionless periods. ImpulseEdge's multi-factor system ensures only genuine impulsive moves are identified - moments when price moves decisively with minimal hesitation.

These impulses often mark the beginning of significant trends or exhaustion points where reversals occur, making them valuable reference levels for both trend-following and reversal strategies. The dynamic zone sizing adapts to market conditions, while automatic zone management keeps charts clean and actionable.