Phoenix Measured Box
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At Phoenix Trading, we engineer high-precision MQL5 Expert Advisors to turn volatility into opportunity. Our EAs combine ultra-fast execution with data-driven risk management to eliminate bias and maximise efficiency. We provide institutional-grade automation for forex, gold, and indices to retail - Version: 5.0
PHOENIX MEASURED BOX DASHBOARD, engineered specifically for Phoenix Au Trading to provide "No dreams, just the tools" for high-precision institutional-style trading.
1. THE INDICATOR DEFINITION
The Phoenix Measured Box is a multi-dimensional analysis tool designed for SMC (Smart Money Concepts) and ICT-style traders. It combines time-segmented price action with real-time volume metrics and automated target projections.
Key Components:
15m Range Boxes: Automatically identifies and boxes every 15-minute price block, highlighting the "Internal Range Liquidity."
Lime Midpoint (Equilibrium): A dotted lime line marking the 50% retracement of every 15m range.
Measured Move Targets (1:1 Projections): Automated Teal dashed lines projected 100% above and below the current range to identify the next high-probability liquidity draw.
Emerald Session Engine: A dynamic scanner that identifies the Highs and Lows of the Asia, London, and New York sessions with custom-coded horizontal levels.
The Delta Metric: Calculates the net difference between buying and selling volume within the current bar to identify "Institutional Bias."
The £ Profit Calculator: A real-time risk-assessment tool that converts the 15m range into a potential cash profit based on your selected Lot Size.
2. USER BENEFITS
Eliminates Analysis Paralysis: The indicator provides clear, objective targets (The Measured Move) without the need for manual Fibonacci drawing.
Identifies Equilibrium: The Lime Midpoint instantly shows if price is in Premium (above 50%) or Discount (below 50%) within the current cycle.
Real-Time Risk Management: You can see exactly how much a 1:1 move is worth in £ (GBP) before you enter the trade.
Liquidity Visualisation: Session Highs and Lows are clearly marked, showing you where the "Stop Runs" and "Liquidity Sweeps" are most likely to occur.
3. STRATEGIC TRADING GUIDE
A. HOW TO BUY (The Bullish Setup)
Step 1: Observe a Liquidity Sweep (Price pierces a Session Low or 15m Box Low and pulls back).
Step 2: Check Delta Volume. If Delta is turning positive (Teal), institutional buying is entering.
Step 3: Wait for a candle to close back inside the 15m range or above the Lime Midpoint.
Entry: Buy at the Lime Midpoint or 15m High.
Target: The Upper Teal Dashed Line (1:1 Measured Move).
B. HOW TO SELL (The Bearish Setup)
Step 1: Observe a Liquidity Sweep of the Session High or 15m Box High.
Step 2: Check Delta Volume. If Delta is negative (Red), institutional selling is dominant.
Step 3: Wait for a candle to close below the Lime Midpoint (Discount to Premium flip).
Entry: Sell at the Lime Midpoint or 15m Low.
Target: The Lower Teal Dashed Line (1:1 Measured Move).
C. HOW TO CLOSE (Take Profit & Risk)
Target 1: Close 50% of the position at the 1:1 Measured Move Line.
Target 2: Hold the remaining 50% if the Session High/Low is further away.
Stop Loss: Place your Stop Loss at the opposite side of the 15m Box (The "Invalidation Level").
