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Tactical Deviation Mini

Tactical Deviation Mini is an overlay indicator that shows up to three independent higher-timeframe VWAPs on one chart—1-hour, 4-hour, and 8-hour—each with 1σ, 2σ, and 3σ standard-deviation bands. By default, only the 4-hour VWAP and its bands are enabled; 1H and 8H are optional toggles. This keeps the chart readable while still letting you stack contexts when you want them.
Why it is useful
Many traders watch where price sits relative to VWAP and to volatility-sized bands across intraday structure. This script puts those references on the same pane as your execution timeframe, so you can compare alignment across 1H / 4H / 8H without switching charts. Optional band fills separate the 1σ–2σ and 2σ–3σ zones. An optional table summarizes sigma distance from VWAP (per enabled timeframe) and RSI(14) on the current bar for quick context.
How it works (concepts)
For each enabled timeframe, the script maintains a running volume-weighted mean of hlc3 and a running volume-weighted second moment so it can derive population-style variance and standard deviation on the fly. When a new bar opens on that higher timeframe, the cumulative sums reset, so each VWAP is anchored to that higher timeframe’s bar sequence (not to the chart’s session template unless your symbol’s bars happen to match that). Band width is standard deviation × your chosen multipliers (defaults 1, 2, 3).
Optional “dynamic” mode
When enabled, the script scales the deviation multipliers using recent volatility (ATR relative to price) so bands can widen in more volatile conditions and narrow in calmer ones. This is a heuristic adjustment, not a guarantee of any particular risk or outcome.
How to use it
Enable the timeframe(s) you want under Timeframe Selection.
Adjust σ multipliers if you want tighter or wider bands.
Toggle Show Deviation Clouds and opacity if you want filled zones.
Use Colors to separate 1H / 4H / 8H visually.
Read the table (if visible) for σ from VWAP and RSI; treat these as context, not instructions.
What this script does not do
It does not plot buy/sell markers, strategy orders, or alerts. It does not rank setups, predict direction, or estimate profitability. Past or hypothetical behavior of VWAP or bands does not imply future results.
Limitations and honesty
VWAP and σ bands depend on volume and bar data available on your symbol and timeframe. On some instruments or sessions, volume or bar construction may differ from what you expect, which affects VWAP and bands. RSI in the table is a standard momentum oscillator shown for reference only.
Disclaimer
This tool is for informational and educational purposes only and is not investment, tax, or trading advice. You are responsible for how you use any charting tool. No warranty is made as to accuracy, fitness, or results.
Why it is useful
Many traders watch where price sits relative to VWAP and to volatility-sized bands across intraday structure. This script puts those references on the same pane as your execution timeframe, so you can compare alignment across 1H / 4H / 8H without switching charts. Optional band fills separate the 1σ–2σ and 2σ–3σ zones. An optional table summarizes sigma distance from VWAP (per enabled timeframe) and RSI(14) on the current bar for quick context.
How it works (concepts)
For each enabled timeframe, the script maintains a running volume-weighted mean of hlc3 and a running volume-weighted second moment so it can derive population-style variance and standard deviation on the fly. When a new bar opens on that higher timeframe, the cumulative sums reset, so each VWAP is anchored to that higher timeframe’s bar sequence (not to the chart’s session template unless your symbol’s bars happen to match that). Band width is standard deviation × your chosen multipliers (defaults 1, 2, 3).
Optional “dynamic” mode
When enabled, the script scales the deviation multipliers using recent volatility (ATR relative to price) so bands can widen in more volatile conditions and narrow in calmer ones. This is a heuristic adjustment, not a guarantee of any particular risk or outcome.
How to use it
Enable the timeframe(s) you want under Timeframe Selection.
Adjust σ multipliers if you want tighter or wider bands.
Toggle Show Deviation Clouds and opacity if you want filled zones.
Use Colors to separate 1H / 4H / 8H visually.
Read the table (if visible) for σ from VWAP and RSI; treat these as context, not instructions.
What this script does not do
It does not plot buy/sell markers, strategy orders, or alerts. It does not rank setups, predict direction, or estimate profitability. Past or hypothetical behavior of VWAP or bands does not imply future results.
Limitations and honesty
VWAP and σ bands depend on volume and bar data available on your symbol and timeframe. On some instruments or sessions, volume or bar construction may differ from what you expect, which affects VWAP and bands. RSI in the table is a standard momentum oscillator shown for reference only.
Disclaimer
This tool is for informational and educational purposes only and is not investment, tax, or trading advice. You are responsible for how you use any charting tool. No warranty is made as to accuracy, fitness, or results.
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Mã nguồn mở
Theo đúng tinh thần TradingView, tác giả của tập lệnh này đã công bố nó dưới dạng mã nguồn mở, để các nhà giao dịch có thể xem xét và xác minh chức năng. Chúc mừng tác giả! Mặc dù bạn có thể sử dụng miễn phí, hãy nhớ rằng việc công bố lại mã phải tuân theo Nội quy.
Thông báo miễn trừ trách nhiệm
Thông tin và các ấn phẩm này không nhằm mục đích, và không cấu thành, lời khuyên hoặc khuyến nghị về tài chính, đầu tư, giao dịch hay các loại khác do TradingView cung cấp hoặc xác nhận. Đọc thêm tại Điều khoản Sử dụng.