Trend Filter & XCODE (H4)

A swing‑trend framework on H4 that pairs a directional Trend Filter with XCODE momentum signals. We only engage when bias and impulse agree, with strict break‑and‑hold confirmation.

Tools & settings

• Trend Filter (e.g., EMA(50) slope + HH‑HL / LH‑LL structure) to define bias.
• XCODE momentum / color‑flip for timing (use closes, not ticks).
• Optional: ATR(14, H4) for stop sizing; session markers for context.

Idea

Trade pullbacks within the dominant swing. Let price mean‑revert into value; act when XCODE flips back with structure aligned.

Long setup

1. Bias up (Trend Filter confirms); pullback into value zone.
2. XCODE turns bullish and price closes back above the micro‑level/EMA20. Trigger: confirm close or break‑and‑hold of the pullback high.

Short setup

1. Bias down; rally into value.
2. XCODE turns bearish and price closes below the micro‑level/EMA20. Trigger: confirm close or break‑and‑hold of the pullback low.