Smart Trader (H4)

An H4 swing framework called Smart Trader: define bias, wait for a clean impulse, then join on structure with tight risk.

Tools and settings

• HTF context from D1-H4; LTF confirmation on H1 if needed.
• EMA20-EMA50 for slope and pullbacks; ATR(14) for stop sizing.
• Optional: session markers and key highs-lows for targets.

Idea

We do not predict tops or bottoms. We piggyback the impulse and enter on reclaim or break-pullback-hold patterns.

Long setup

1. Bias up: EMA20 above EMA50 and price building higher lows.
2. Impulse up, then shallow pullback that holds above structure. Trigger: close through the micro level or retest that holds; avoid entries into nearby HTF supply.

Short setup

1. Bias down: EMA20 below EMA50 and lower highs forming.
2. Impulse down, then weak bounce failing below structure. Trigger: close through micro level or failed reclaim; avoid entries into HTF demand.

Risk and management

• Stop: beyond swing extreme or ATR(14) x 1.1-1.6.
• TP1: 1.0R-1.5R partial; TP2: trail by structure pivots or EMA20.
• News filter and avoid mid-range chop.

Notes

Risk <= 0.5% per trade; one active position per symbol; no revenge trading after stopouts.

Additional guidance

Favor trades with confluence of HTF bias, fresh impulse, and clean micro structure.

Example walkthrough

Map bias, mark impulse, wait for pullback-hold, confirm by close, manage via ATR and swings.