OPEN-SOURCE SCRIPT
Daily ATR Big Move Detector with wicks

Daily ATR Big Move + Manipulation DetectorThis indicator highlights significant intraday candles by comparing their full range (High - Low) to the Daily ATR (14).It automatically detects strong momentum moves and potential manipulation/liquidity grab candles on any timeframe (especially effective on 5m, 15m, and 30m charts).Key Features:Detects any candle whose full range reaches 20% or more of the Daily ATR
Labels every qualifying candle with the exact percentage of Daily ATR
"Manipulation Candle" tag automatically appears on strong moves of 25%+ of Daily ATR
Color-coded labels and background highlights:Green tones = Bullish Range
Red/Purple tones = Bearish Range
Clean table showing current Daily ATR and the latest candle’s range percentage
Works on stocks, ETFs, futures, forex, and crypto
Ideal for spotting stop hunts, liquidity sweeps, intraday momentum, and potential reversal points caused by large wick movements.Best used on lower timeframes while referencing the Daily ATR for context.
Labels every qualifying candle with the exact percentage of Daily ATR
"Manipulation Candle" tag automatically appears on strong moves of 25%+ of Daily ATR
Color-coded labels and background highlights:Green tones = Bullish Range
Red/Purple tones = Bearish Range
Clean table showing current Daily ATR and the latest candle’s range percentage
Works on stocks, ETFs, futures, forex, and crypto
Ideal for spotting stop hunts, liquidity sweeps, intraday momentum, and potential reversal points caused by large wick movements.Best used on lower timeframes while referencing the Daily ATR for context.
Open-source script
In true TradingView spirit, the creator of this script has made it open-source, so that traders can review and verify its functionality. Kudos to the author! While you can use it for free, remember that republishing the code is subject to our House Rules.
Disclaimer
The information and publications are not meant to be, and do not constitute, financial, investment, trading, or other types of advice or recommendations supplied or endorsed by TradingView. Read more in the Terms of Use.
Open-source script
In true TradingView spirit, the creator of this script has made it open-source, so that traders can review and verify its functionality. Kudos to the author! While you can use it for free, remember that republishing the code is subject to our House Rules.
Disclaimer
The information and publications are not meant to be, and do not constitute, financial, investment, trading, or other types of advice or recommendations supplied or endorsed by TradingView. Read more in the Terms of Use.