Signal
Trigger indication for a trade or market action.
Beginner-friendly explanation
A signal tells you when to buy or sell. It can come from an indicator, a chart, or another trader. Signals help guide decisions. Example: A signal says: “RSI is very low, a rebound might happen” → you consider buying.
Intermediate-level insight
Signals are generated from technical conditions (MA crossovers, breakouts, oversold…). They should be filtered and confirmed to avoid false triggers. Example: A strategy sends a buy signal when RSI crosses 30 and the moving average starts to trend upward.
Advanced perspective
An effective signal blends multiple layers: market context, multi-timeframe validation, indicator confluence, and risk management. It becomes a trigger in a probabilistic strategy. Example: An algorithm triggers a buy signal only if: RSI < 30 on 15M, RSI > 40 on 1H, MA9/21 crossover on 5M, and TradingView Screener = Buy.
Technical & Chart Analysis
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