About the Jurik Trend Strength indicator
The Jurik Trend Strength indicator for MT4 is an oscillator that measures short-term market strength and generates buy and sell signals.
It displays green and red lines in a separate window below the main chart.
Green lines indicate short-term bullish momentum, while red lines indicate short-term bearish momentum.
For more reliable entries, it is recommended to combine Jurik Trend Strength with a trend-following indicator and trade only in the direction of the prevailing trend.
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Key Features
- Oscillator with green and red lines indicating short-term bullish and bearish momentum.
- Provides visual buy and sell signals for quick decision-making.
- Combining with trend indicators improves signal reliability.
Indicator Chart
The chart shows the Jurik Trend Strength indicator in action.
Green lines highlight short-term bullish periods and potential buy opportunities.
Red lines highlight short-term bearish periods and potential sell opportunities.
Traders can monitor momentum shifts and align trades with the prevailing trend, allowing for timely entries and exits without complex calculations.
Guide to Trade with Jurik Trend Strength
Buy Rules
- Trade only when the overall trend is upward.
- Wait for the indicator to draw a green line.
- Open a long position at the close of the green line signal.
- Use position sizing that aligns with your risk management strategy.
Sell Rules
- Trade only when the overall trend is downward.
- Wait for the indicator to draw a red line.
- Open a short position at the close of the red line signal.
- Adjust your position size to match risk tolerance and market conditions.
Stop Loss
- Place a stop loss 3 pips below the most recent swing low for buy trades.
- Place a stop loss 3 pips above the most recent swing high for sell trades.
- Consider moving stops to breakeven once the trade moves in your favor.
Take Profit
- Close trades when an opposite colored line appears.
- Use a trailing stop following the line oscillation to capture extended momentum.
Jurik Trend Strength and Vertex Indicator Forex Scalping Strategy
This MT4 scalping strategy uses the Jurik Trend Strength Indicator together with the Vertex Forex Indicator to create a trend‑aligned, momentum‑filtered scalping system.
The Jurik Trend Strength indicator gives clear buy and sell entries with green and red lines, while the Vertex indicator offers confirmation through colored histogram bars, helping confirm that momentum supports the entry.
By only entering when both indicators align, traders can capture short‑term moves with defined exit rules.
This strategy is designed for M1, M5, and M15 charts and works well on major and liquid cross pairs.
It helps avoid noise and false signals by requiring trend and momentum confirmation before entering trades.
Buy Entry Rules
- The Jurik Trend Strength indicator displays a green line, indicating bullish trend strength.
- The Vertex indicator histogram turns red, confirming bullish momentum.
- Enter a buy trade at the close of the candle where both conditions appear.
- Place the stop loss below the most recent swing low.
- Exit the trade when the Vertex histogram turns blue or when the Jurik line turns red.
Sell Entry Rules
- The Jurik Trend Strength indicator displays a red line, indicating bearish trend strength.
- The Vertex indicator histogram turns blue, confirming bearish momentum.
- Enter a sell trade at the close of the candle where both conditions appear.
- Place the stop loss above the most recent swing high.
- Exit the trade when the Vertex histogram turns red or when the Jurik line turns green.
Advantages
- Combines trend strength and momentum confirmation for precise scalping entries.
- Visual indicators reduce confusion and make trade decisions faster.
- Works effectively on multiple short timeframes, including M1, M5, and M15.
- Filters out countertrend and choppy market noise for cleaner trades.
- Suitable for major and liquid currency pairs where moves are quick and smooth.
- Structured rules help maintain consistency and discipline for scalpers.
- Can be adapted for both scalping and short-term intraday trades.
Drawbacks
- Scalping requires fast execution; delays can reduce profitability.
- False histograms or line flips can occur in sideways or low-volatility markets.
- Signals may lag slightly during sudden price spikes or reversals.
- Requires constant attention on lower timeframes to capture short-term moves.
- Stop placement must be precise; wrong stops can hit during minor retracements.
- Not suitable for traders who cannot monitor charts actively throughout the session.
Case Study 1
On USDJPY M5 during the London session, the Jurik Trend Strength indicator showed a green line aligned with an upmove.
The Vertex histogram turned red, confirming bullish momentum.
A buy trade was entered at the close of the signal candle with the stop placed below the latest swing low.
Price continued up and the trade gained 16 pips before the Vertex histogram flipped to blue, signaling exit.
Case Study 2
On EURAUD M1 during the early New York session, the Jurik Trend Strength indicator turned red, signaling bearish trend strength.
The Vertex histogram confirmed this by turning blue.
A sell trade was entered at candle close with the stop above the recent swing high.
Price dropped sharply and the trade gained 24 pips before the Vertex histogram turned red, triggering exit.
Strategy Tips
- Only enter trades when both indicators confirm in the same direction.
- Focus on major and liquid pairs to reduce slippage and get clearer moves.
- Avoid trading during news releases that cause unpredictable spikes.
- Use recent swing highs and lows for logical stop placement.
- Monitor spread conditions on M1 charts to protect scalping profits.
- Limit trades to the strongest signals to maintain discipline.
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FAQ
Should I use this indicator alone?
It works best when combined with a trend-following indicator to trade only in the direction of the prevailing trend.
How do I interpret green and red lines?
Green lines indicate short-term bullish momentum and potential buy opportunities.
Red lines indicate short-term bearish momentum and potential sell opportunities.
Can this indicator be used for all currency pairs?
Yes, it is compatible with major, minor, and exotic currency pairs, making it versatile for various trading strategies.
Summary
The Jurik Trend Strength indicator provides a clear view of short-term market momentum through green and red lines.
By aligning trades with the overall trend, traders can enter bullish positions during green lines in uptrends and bearish positions during red lines in downtrends.
Combined with proper stop loss, take profit, and trend-following confirmation, it helps traders improve entry timing, manage risk, and capture high-probability trades efficiently.
