Volume Conviction Index v1.0Volume Conviction Index (VCI) v1.0
This indicator helps answer a simple question: Does this price move have real strength behind it, or is the volume too weak to trust???
It measures "conviction" through how many participants are in the marketplace by looking at volume in a smart, reliable way:
- Spots unusual volume surges (buying or selling pressure) that stand out from normal (median line plotted) levels.
- visually helps with discretionary calls and allows the median avg of participation not just volume to be 'seen'
- Blends recent volume changes with how volume compares to its typical range.
How to read the chart (super straightforward):
- Teal columns above the zero line: Strong buying conviction — volume supporting the up move (good sign for breakouts or holds).
- Orange columns below zero: Strong selling conviction — heavy participation on the downside (watch for reversals or weakness on rallies).
- Flat/small bars near zero: Low conviction — price might be moving on fumes (often leads to fakeouts or quick fades).
- Optional white dashed line (the "median conviction"): A smoothed version over the last few bars. If it crosses zero or diverges from price, it can signal shifting momentum.
index works the same for both bears and bulls. teal bars in the positive are above participation or conviction in both bearish and bullish participation. also allows identifying exhaustion in both bearish and bullish scenarios.
works well equally on lower TFs and higher TFs
Why use it:
It uses robust statistics (rolling median volume + Median Absolute Deviation for a "z-like" score) instead of plain averages — much better at handling noisy or outlier-heavy markets like crypto, forex, or stocks during news events. Then it adds a weighted mix of short-term volume acceleration and relative volume for better context.
Great for:
- Beginners: Start with defaults — the colors and zero line make it easy to see at a glance.
- Day/swing traders: Filter entries/exits with real participation (e.g., teal spike on support bounce = higher odds).
- Anyone learning volume: Shows clearly when moves have "muscle" vs. when they're suspect.
Quick usage tips:
- Best on 5m to 4h charts with good volume data.
- Combine with price action, levels, or your favorite tools — use VCI to confirm conviction.
- Toggle the median line in settings if your timeframe is noisy.
Defaults work well across most assets — adjust "Volume Window" for longer/shorter lookback, or "Recent Weight" to emphasize sudden changes more/less.
I personally like using it on 1min / 5min / 30min charts. Has a microscope / high-rez feel about it when I'm on quicker TFs.
Open-source under © RU55IANROUL3TT3 — feel free to study, fork, or build on it!
Feedback welcomed — what markets/timeframes does it help you with?
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