The "Jdawg TDI with Shark Fins" (JTDI Shark Fins) is a visually enhanced version of the Traditional Traders Dynamic Index (TDI) that focuses on aiding traders in identifying potential trading opportunities in any market.
At its core, the TDI is a momentum-based indicator that uses the Relative Strength Index (RSI) in combination with moving averages to highlight potential overbought and oversold conditions, which could signal opportunities to buy or sell. In simple terms, when an asset is overbought, it could be due for a price drop, and when it's oversold, the price might soon rise.
What makes the JTDI Shark Fins unique is the addition of color-coded "Shark Fins". These are key moments when the Fast Moving Average (Fast MA) or Slow Moving Average (Slow MA) lines move outside the upper or lower Bollinger Bands (the blue lines).
When a line moves outside these bands, it's often an indication that the price is making a strong move in that direction. However, because these moments are typically short-lived, they're referred to as "Shark Fins". In the JTDI, these periods are marked with color changes:
Fast MA turns purple when it forms a "Shark Fin". This line typically responds quicker to price changes.
Slow MA turns red when it forms a "Shark Fin". This line is slower to react to price changes, providing a more steady view of the market's momentum.
Additionally, the Slow MA will turn orange when it exceeds the overbought (above 70) or oversold (below 30) thresholds, indicating strong momentum in that direction.
How to Use:
When the Fast MA (black line) turns purple (indicating a Shark Fin), it's a warning signal to pay attention as a potential significant price move might be occurring.
If the Slow MA (green line) turns red, it indicates a more sustained move in the price direction is happening.
An orange Slow MA indicates a very strong price move in that direction.
Use these signals in conjunction with other aspects of your trading strategy to confirm potential trading opportunities.
Market Suitability:
The beauty of the JTDI Shark Fins indicator is its versatility. It can be applied to any market that can be charted and where price movements create periods of overbought or oversold conditions. This includes but is not limited to Forex, Cryptocurrencies, Equities (stocks), Commodities, and even Indices.
Remember, while this indicator can provide valuable insights, it should not be used in isolation. Always consider other factors like market news, economic indicators, and other technical analysis tools when making trading decisions.