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Heikin Ashi Supertrend for Trend Direction and Trade Management

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Summary

This strategy calculates Supertrend bands from Heikin Ashi highs, lows, closes, and ATR. Its direction state changes when the Heikin Ashi close crosses the prior band, providing bullish or bearish trend signals. The document describes default settings intended for BTC/USDT on a three-day chart, while noting the indicator can also be used on lower timeframes to assess trend strength or possible reversals.

The script includes configurable trade sizing, profit targets, stop-limit levels, and an option to move the stop after price reaches a specified threshold. It also supports optional webhook messages for automated trading. The source shown is incomplete, so the full entry, exit, and automation rules cannot be assessed. No backtest results or evidence of profitability are provided; the listed defaults should be treated as parameters to evaluate, not validated performance.

Key ideas

  • The Supertrend direction is derived from Heikin Ashi prices and an ATR-based band.
  • The author describes three-day BTC/USDT settings and suggests the indicator may also help on lower timeframes.
  • Trade management inputs include profit targets, stop limits, and an optional stop adjustment after a price threshold.
  • The available source is truncated, and it provides no performance evidence.

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