Gann HiLo Activator Band Crossovers for Trend Following

Summary

This document describes a trend-following system built around the Gann HiLo Activator. It computes moving averages of highs and lows over a chosen length, with an offset, and tracks a directional state: a close above the prior upper band turns the state bullish, while a close below the lower band turns it bearish. Entries occur when that state changes; the strategy reverses between long and short positions. A selectable start date limits when new signals may trade.

The document gives default parameters and BTC/USDT futures backtest dates, but offers no performance figures to support its positive qualitative claim about backtests. It warns that band signals can whipsaw in sideways markets and that shorts carry substantial risk. The accompanying code also does not show a separate trailing stop or volume filter; those are proposed extensions. Its simplified bands and reversal logic make the rules clear, but parameter choice and market regime can materially affect results.

Key ideas

• The indicator uses moving averages of highs and lows to create upper and lower reference bands.
• A close beyond a band changes the directional state and can trigger a position reversal.
• Length, offset, and the strategy start date are configurable.
• Sideways markets can cause repeated false signals, and short positions can expose traders to large losses.
• The published backtest settings contain no reported returns or risk statistics.

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