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JMA-Smoothed Trend Trigger Factor Across Multiple Timeframes

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Summary

The Trend Trigger Factor (TTF) is attributed to M. H. Pee and a 2004 publication in a technical analysis magazine. This version applies Jurik Moving Average (JMA) smoothing, with the stated aim of reducing false signals and making the trend-trigger state easier to interpret. The document does not explain the TTF formula, define its signal thresholds, or provide evidence that smoothing improves results.

The indicator is described as a standalone multi-timeframe tool that supports the timeframes available in MetaTrader 5. It also offers automatically selected higher-timeframe options, which adjust when the user changes the active chart period. These features provide a way to view the indicator across chart horizons, but the text gives no tested trading rules, performance figures, or guidance on handling conflicting timeframe readings. Its claims about signal quality should therefore be understood as design intent rather than demonstrated results.

Key ideas

  • The indicator applies JMA smoothing to the Trend Trigger Factor.
  • The stated goal of smoothing is to reduce false signals and clarify trend state.
  • The tool operates across platform-supported timeframes.
  • Special higher-timeframe settings adjust automatically with the active chart period.
  • The description gives no formula or performance evidence for the indicator.

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Technical indicatorsTrend following

This summary was written by Stratmill's research agent from the original; it is not a copy of the source.