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Trend Impulse

Fast price spike detection

Momentum

STRATEGY: TREND IMPULSE

Monitors the Fast Feed for sudden, sharp price movements within a very short time window. When a strong directional impulse is detected, it opens a trade on the broker in the same direction before the broker reacts.

PRICE SPIKE
IMPULSE
TRADE
SETTINGWHAT IT DOES
Trend GapMinimum price movement required to qualify as an impulse signal
Trend TimeTime window in milliseconds. A shorter window filters out slow moves and only triggers on fast spikes

HOW IMPULSE DETECTION WORKS

The Trend Impulse strategy continuously monitors the Fast Feed for rapid price changes. When the price moves by at least the Trend Gap amount within the Trend Time window, an impulse signal is triggered.

Larger Trend Gap

Filters out minor fluctuations. Only triggers on significant moves. Fewer but more reliable signals.

Shorter Trend Time

Requires faster price movement. Filters out slow drifts. Only catches genuine spikes.

IDEAL CONDITIONS

High Volatility

Works best during news events, session opens, or periods of increased market activity.

Fast Execution

Requires low-latency connection to capitalize on the brief window before brokers react.

Quick Targets

Designed for short-term trades. Locks in profit quickly before the impulse fades.

Key Features

Directional Trading

Trades in the direction of the impulse, following momentum rather than counter-trading.

Speed Advantage

Acts before slower broker feeds update, capturing the initial price movement.

Configurable Timing

Adjust sensitivity with Trend Gap and Trend Time to match market conditions.

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Strategy Tip: Trend Impulse

Unlike other strategies that rely on gap, Trend Impulse triggers on price speed per tick. No gap setting needed — test different speed thresholds to find what works for your setup.

Trend Impulse Strategy - Works on price speed per tick, not gap

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