Understanding Gann Swing: A Key Indicator for MetaTrader 5

Mike 2018.12.28 21:59 18 0 0
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The Gann Swing indicator is a powerful tool for traders, similar to the ZigZag indicator. It helps us identify market patterns using the Gann trend detection technique, making it essential for anyone looking to enhance their trading strategy.

One of the standout features of the Gann Swing is its simplicity—it doesn’t require any input parameters. Here’s how it works:

  1. Upswing Indicator: If you spot two consecutive higher highs from the last two candles, that signals an upswing.
  2. Downswing Indicator: Conversely, two consecutive lower lows indicate a potential downswing.
  3. Connecting Highs: When the next bar has a higher high and a lower low (or the same low) compared to the previous bar, the indicator line will connect to the high of this next bar.
  4. Connecting Lows: If the next bar has a lower or equal high and a lower low than the previous one, the indicator line drops down to connect with the low of the next bar.
  5. Inside Bars: If the next bar is an inside bar (lower high and higher low), we skip this bar until the following one appears.
  6. External Bars: For an external bar (higher high and lower low), the indicator line connects to the high of this external bar if the next bar is lower. If the following bar is higher, it connects to the low instead.
  7. Trend Signals: If the price stabilizes above the previous peak, it suggests the likely start of an uptrend. On the flip side, if it settles below the previous bottom, a downtrend could be on the horizon.


Understanding the Gann Swing indicator can significantly boost your trading strategy by helping you better predict market movements. Whether you're a novice or a seasoned trader, incorporating this tool into your analysis can be a game changer!

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