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btc-trading/HTS_STRATEGY.md
DiTus e457ce3e20 feat: Implement HTS (Higher Timeframe Trend System) strategy
- Add HTS strategy engine with crossover and alignment-based entries
- Implement Auto HTS feature (computes on TF/4 from 1m data)
- Add 1H Red Zone filter to validate long signals
- Add channel-based stop loss with RTL functionality
- Enhanced visualization with 30% opacity channel lines
- Fixed data alignment in simulation (uses htsData instead of mismatched indices)
- Fixed syntax errors in hts-engine.js (malformed template literals)
- Fixed duplicate code in simulation.js
- Added showSimulationMarkers to window object for global access
- Enhanced logging for trade signals and simulation results
- Fix missing prevFastHigh/currFastHigh in hts-visualizer.js
- Disable trend zone overlays to prevent chart clutter
- Implement client-side visualization for trade markers using line series
- MA strategy indicator configuration fixed (was empty during engine run)
- Made entry conditions more permissive for shorter timeframes
- Added comprehensive error handling and console logging
2026-02-27 09:30:43 +01:00

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HTS (Higher Timeframe Trend System) Strategy

A trend-following strategy based on channel breakouts using fast and slow moving averages of High/Low prices.

Strategy Rules

1. Core Trend Signal

  • Bullish Trend: Price trading above the Red (Slow) Channel and Aqua (Fast) Channel is above Red Channel
  • Bearish Trend: Price trading below the Red (Slow) Channel and Aqua (Fast) Channel is below Red Channel

2. Entry Rules

  • Long Entry: Wait for price to break above Slow Red Channel. Candle close above shorth (Fast Low line) while fast lines are above slow lines.
  • Short Entry: Wait for price to break below Slow Red Channel. Look for close below shortl (Fast Low line) while fast lines are below slow lines.

3. 1H Red Zone Filter

  • Only take Longs if the price is above the 1H Red Zone (Slow Channel), regardless of fast line direction
  • Can be disabled in configuration

4. Stop Loss & Trailing Stop

  • Stop Loss: Place on opposite side of Red (Slow) Channel
    • Long stop: longl (Slow Low) line
    • Short stop: slowh (Slow High) line
  • Trailing Stop: As Red Channel moves, move stop loss accordingly

5. RMA Default

  • Uses RMA (Running Moving Average) by default - slower and smoother than EMA
  • Designed for long-term trends, late to react to sudden crashes (feature, not bug)

Configuration Parameters

Parameter Default Range Description
shortPeriod 33 5-200 Fast period for HTS
longPeriod 144 10-500 Slow period for HTS
maType RMA - Moving average type (RMA/SMA/EMA/WMA/VWMA)
useAutoHTS false - Compute HTS on timeframe/4 from 1m data
use1HFilter true - Enable 1H Red Zone filter

Usage

  1. Select "HTS Trend Strategy" from the strategies dropdown
  2. Configure parameters:
    • Periods: typically 33/144 for 15min-1hour charts
    • Enable Auto HTS for multi-timeframe analysis
    • Enable/disable 1H filter as needed
  3. Run simulation to see backtesting results
  4. View entry/exit markers on the chart

Visualization

  • Cyan Lines: Fast channels (33-period)
  • Red Lines: Slow channels (144-period)
  • Green Arrows: Buy signals (fast low crossover)
  • Red Arrows: Sell signals (fast high crossover)
  • Background Shading: Trend zones (green=bullish, red=bearish)

Signal Strength

Pure HTS signals don't mix with other indicators. Signals are based solely on:

  • Crossover detection
  • Channel alignment
  • Price position relative to channels
  • Higher timeframe confirmation (1H filter if enabled)

Example Setup

For a 15-minute chart:

  • Fast Period: 33
  • Slow Period: 144
  • MA Type: RMA (default)
  • Auto HTS: Disabled (or enable to see HTS on ~4-minute perspective)
  • 1H Filter: Enabled (for better trade filtering)

Notes

  • This strategy is designed for trend-following, not ranging markets
  • RMA is slower than EMA, giving smoother signals but later entries
  • 1H filter significantly reduces false signals for long trades
  • Works best in volatile but trending assets like BTC