Augury Grid v1.0 — Multi-Symbol Screener¶
Real-time scanner displaying MACD histogram crossovers with confluence filters across multiple assets simultaneously. Monitor up to 40 tickers from single dashboard view.
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In Plain English: Instead of checking charts one-by-one to find signals, Augury Grid shows you 8-40 markets at once in a clean table format. Think of it like:
- A radar screen showing all nearby aircraft
- A security monitor showing all camera feeds
- A sports scoreboard showing all games
What You'll See:
A grid/table showing multiple symbols with their current status:
- Symbol Name (e.g., BTC, ETH, AAPL, SPY)
- Signal Direction (↑ Bullish or ↓ Bearish)
- Confluence Score (how many filters align)
- Take Profit Level (TP1) and current P&L
- Gauss Ribbon Status (trend filter)
What Signals Does It Show?
Augury Grid detects MACD histogram crossovers filtered by multiple confluence factors:
- ↑ Bullish Signal = MACD histogram crosses above zero with confluence confirmation
- ↓ Bearish Signal = MACD histogram crosses below zero with confluence confirmation
- Confluence Filters: ADX (trend strength), Higher Timeframe alignment, OBV (volume), RSI (momentum), Distance from moving average
- Score Display = Shows how many confluence factors align (higher = stronger signal)
- ⚪ NO SIGNAL = MACD histogram hasn't crossed or confluence filters not met
Perfect For:
- Scanning multiple crypto pairs quickly
- Finding the strongest setups across stocks
- Monitoring your watchlist without clicking through charts
- Spotting which markets are showing signals RIGHT NOW
🎓 What's MACD histogram?
MACD (Moving Average Convergence Divergence) is a momentum indicator that shows the relationship between two moving averages. The histogram shows the difference between the MACD line and its signal line:
- Histogram crosses above zero = Bullish momentum developing
- Histogram crosses below zero = Bearish momentum developing
Augury Grid doesn't just show raw MACD crosses—it adds confluence filters (ADX, HTF, OBV, RSI, distance) to show only the highest-probability setups.
You don't need to understand the technical details! Augury Grid analyzes all the confluence factors and shows you a simple score and direction for each symbol.
Beginner Starting Point:
- Start with 4-8 symbols you're familiar with (don't overwhelm yourself with 40)
- Watch for ↑ Bullish or ↓ Bearish signals with high confluence scores
- Click any symbol in the grid to jump directly to that chart
- Use it as a filter—only look at charts showing active MACD crossover signals
💡 Pro Tip: Augury Grid is perfect for crypto traders monitoring 10+ pairs, or stock traders scanning their watchlist for MACD momentum shifts. It saves you from clicking through dozens of charts looking for setups.
🎯 Core Functionality Beginner Friendly¶
Grid Scanning Workflow
Augury Grid scans up to 8 symbols simultaneously and displays MACD confluence analysis:
Monitors All Symbols] Scanner --> S1[1️⃣ Symbol 1
MACD + Confluence Analysis] S1 --> S2[2️⃣ Symbol 2
MACD + Confluence Analysis] S2 --> S3[3️⃣ Symbol 3
MACD + Confluence Analysis] S3 --> S4[4️⃣ Symbol 4
MACD + Confluence Analysis] S4 --> S5[5️⃣ Symbol 5
MACD + Confluence Analysis] S5 --> S6[6️⃣ Symbol 6
MACD + Confluence Analysis] S6 --> S7[7️⃣ Symbol 7
MACD + Confluence Analysis] S7 --> S8[8️⃣ Symbol 8
MACD + Confluence Analysis] S8 --> Display[GRID DISPLAY
All Symbols Visible at Once] Display --> Results{Symbol Status} Results --> Bullish[↑ BULLISH SIGNAL
MACD Cross + Score
TP1 & P/L] Results --> Bearish[↓ BEARISH SIGNAL
MACD Cross + Score
TP1 & P/L] Results --> Neutral[⚪ NO SIGNAL
No MACD Crossover
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Augury Grid displays MACD histogram crossover signals with confluence filtering for multiple symbols on one screen. Each symbol shows current signal direction, confluence score, TP1, P&L, and Gauss Ribbon status.
Display Format: Organized grid showing ticker symbols with their MACD signal direction (↑/↓), confluence score, and performance metrics.
Monitoring Capacity: Up to 40 symbols can be tracked simultaneously.
Signal Detection: Uses MACD histogram crossovers filtered by ADX, higher timeframe alignment, OBV, RSI, and distance metrics to identify high-probability momentum shifts.
Timeframe Compatibility: Works on all timeframes. All tracked symbols use the same timeframe as the chart.
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Augury Grid Multi-Symbol Scanner - Full Table View
We'll add a complete Augury Grid table showing multiple symbols with signals, scores, and high-confluence signals highlighted.
📊 Educational Example: Grid View (November 2024)¶
(Historical observation for educational purposes only. Not financial advice. Past performance does not indicate future results.)
Example Dashboard Snapshot:
| Symbol | Signal | Score | TP1 | P&L | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BTC/USD | ↑ Bullish | 4/5 | $65,200 | +2.3% | Strong confluence |
| ETH/USD | ↑ Bullish | 5/5 | $3,580 | +3.1% | All filters aligned |
| SPY | ↓ Bearish | 3/5 | $432 | -1.2% | Moderate confluence |
| QQQ | — | — | — | — | No crossover |
| AAPL | ↓ Bearish | 4/5 | $168 | -0.8% | Strong confluence |
| TSLA | ↑ Bullish | 2/5 | $248 | +0.5% | Weak confluence |
Pattern Observed: ETH/USD showed perfect 5/5 confluence score while BTC/USD had strong 4/5, allowing simultaneous monitoring of multiple high-probability MACD momentum shifts across different assets.
This example demonstrates grid monitoring capability. Individual interpretation and outcomes vary.
Remember: Notice in the example above that TSLA's 2/5 confluence gained +0.5% while ETH's 5/5 gained +3.1%. Confluence scores indicate probability, not certainty. Focus your limited attention and capital on 4/5 and 5/5 signals—low confluence signals occasionally work but aren't worth the opportunity cost of missing stronger setups.
⚙️ Settings Beginner Friendly¶
Symbol Configuration¶
Watchlist Setup:
Add symbols to monitor in settings panel. Up to 40 symbols can be tracked.
Symbol Entry:
- Enter ticker symbols separated by commas
- Example: BTC/USD, ETH/USD, SPY, QQQ, AAPL, TSLA
- Symbols must be available on TradingView
Watchlist Presets:
| Preset Type | Example Symbols |
|---|---|
| Crypto | BTC/USD, ETH/USD, SOL/USD, ADA/USD, XRP/USD |
| Major Indices | SPY, QQQ, DIA, IWM, VIX |
| Tech Stocks | AAPL, MSFT, GOOGL, AMZN, NVDA, TSLA |
| Forex Majors | EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/JPY, AUD/USD |
Display Configuration¶
| Setting | Options | Default |
|---|---|---|
| Grid Layout | 4×10, 5×8, 8×5, 10×4 | 5×8 |
| Signal Alerts | Individual on/off per symbol | All enabled |
| Count Display | Show numbers or icons | Numbers |
| Color Scheme | Multiple palettes | Scheme 1 |
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Augury Grid Settings - Symbol Configuration
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🔢 MACD Confluence Scanner in Grid Format¶
Visual Display Elements¶
Signal Direction:
- ↑ Bullish: MACD histogram crossed above zero with confluence
- ↓ Bearish: MACD histogram crossed below zero with confluence
- Neutral (—): No MACD crossover or insufficient confluence
Performance Metrics:
- Score (X/5): Number of confluence filters aligned (ADX, HTF, OBV, RSI, Distance)
- TP1: Calculated take-profit level based on signal
- P&L (%): Current profit/loss from signal entry
- Gauss Ribbon: Trend filter status
Grid Cell Information¶
Each symbol cell displays:
1. Ticker Symbol - Asset identifier
2. Signal Direction - ↑ Bullish, ↓ Bearish, or — (neutral)
3. Confluence Score - X/5 rating showing filter alignment
4. TP1 & P&L - Target price and current performance
5. Color Coding - Visual identification of bullish (green) or bearish (red) signals
Example Cell:
ETH/USD
↑ Bullish | Score: 5/5
TP1: $3,580 | P&L: +3.1%
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Augury Grid Single Row Annotated - Column Explanation
We'll add a zoomed-in view of one grid row showing all columns explained (Symbol, Signal, Score, TP1, P&L).
📖 Educational Example: Crypto Market Scan (December 2024)¶
(Historical observation for educational purposes only. Not financial advice. Past performance does not indicate future results.)
Timeframe: 4-Hour Chart
Watchlist: Top 10 cryptocurrencies by market cap
Scan Results at 8:00 AM:
| Rank | Symbol | Signal | Score | Price | TP1 | P&L |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | BTC/USD | ↑ Bullish | 4/5 | $63,200 | $66,500 | +1.8% |
| 2 | ETH/USD | ↑ Bullish | 5/5 | $3,420 | $3,650 | +2.4% |
| 3 | BNB/USD | — | — | $310 | — | — |
| 4 | SOL/USD | ↑ Bullish | 4/5 | $98 | $105 | +2.1% |
| 5 | XRP/USD | ↓ Bearish | 3/5 | $0.62 | $0.58 | -1.2% |
| 6 | ADA/USD | ↑ Bullish | 3/5 | $0.58 | $0.62 | +0.9% |
| 7 | AVAX/USD | ↑ Bullish | 5/5 | $35 | $38 | +3.2% |
| 8 | DOT/USD | — | — | $7.20 | — | — |
| 9 | MATIC/USD | ↓ Bearish | 4/5 | $0.89 | $0.82 | -2.1% |
| 10 | LINK/USD | ↑ Bullish | 2/5 | $14.50 | $15.20 | +0.5% |
Multi-Signal Detection: Three symbols (BTC, SOL, AVAX) showed bullish MACD signals with strong 4-5/5 confluence scores, indicating broad bullish momentum across major cryptocurrencies. ETH and AVAX both showed perfect 5/5 confluence.
Outcome Observed: All high-confluence bullish signals (ETH 5/5, AVAX 5/5, BTC 4/5) preceded price increases over following 24-48 hours.
This example demonstrates simultaneous multi-symbol monitoring. Individual interpretation and outcomes vary.
🎯 Scanning Strategies Intermediate¶
Strategy 1: Broad Market Scan¶
Approach:
- Monitor 20-40 symbols across multiple sectors
- Scan for any bullish (↑) or bearish (↓) MACD signals with high confluence scores
- Focus attention on symbols showing 4/5 or 5/5 confluence
Use Case: Opportunity discovery across diverse markets
Example Watchlist: Major indices, sector ETFs, top crypto, forex pairs, commodities
Strategy 2: Sector Rotation Scan¶
Approach:
- Monitor 10-15 symbols within specific sector
- Compare relative confluence scores and momentum direction
- Identify sector-wide momentum patterns
Use Case: Sector-specific analysis and comparison
Example Watchlist: All semiconductor stocks (NVDA, AMD, INTC, TSM, AVGO, QCOM, MU, etc.)
Strategy 3: Correlation Scan¶
Approach:
- Monitor related assets (e.g., BTC + major altcoins)
- Observe if MACD signals appear simultaneously or in sequence
- Identify correlation patterns in momentum shifts
Use Case: Understanding market leadership and correlation
Example Watchlist: BTC/USD + top 15 altcoins
Strategy 4: Portfolio Monitor¶
Approach:
- Track symbols in current portfolio holdings
- Monitor for MACD momentum shifts on held positions
- Use confluence scores as position management reference
Use Case: Portfolio-level awareness of momentum changes
Example Watchlist: Personal holdings (stocks, crypto, etc.)
🔔 Alert Configuration¶
Multi-Symbol Alert System:
Augury Grid can trigger alerts when any tracked symbol generates a MACD crossover signal with confluence confirmation.
Available Alert Types:
| Alert | Trigger | Notification |
|---|---|---|
| Any Bullish Signal | Any tracked symbol shows bullish MACD crossover | "Symbol XYZ: Bullish signal (Score: 5/5)" |
| Any Bearish Signal | Any tracked symbol shows bearish MACD crossover | "Symbol XYZ: Bearish signal (Score: 4/5)" |
| Specific Symbol | Individual symbol alerts | "BTC/USD: Bullish signal (Score: 5/5)" |
| High Confluence Only | Only signals with 4/5 or 5/5 scores | "ETH/USD: High-probability bullish (5/5)" |
| Multiple Simultaneous | 3+ symbols signal at once | "Multiple signals: BTC, ETH, SOL" |
Alert Setup:
1. Open indicator settings
2. Navigate to alert section
3. Enable "Any Bullish Signal" or "Any Bearish Signal"
4. Optional: Set minimum confluence score threshold (e.g., 4/5 or higher only)
5. Optional: Enable specific symbol alerts
6. Configure notification preferences (popup, email, webhook)
Alert Advantages:
- No need to watch grid constantly
- Immediate notification when high-confluence MACD signals appear
- Can monitor 40 symbols with single alert configuration
- Filter by confluence score to reduce noise
🔄 Grid Update Behavior¶
Real-Time Updates:
The grid updates at bar close for the active timeframe.
Update Frequency:
- 5-minute chart: Updates every 5 minutes
- 1-hour chart: Updates every hour
- Daily chart: Updates at daily close
Signal Generation:
MACD signals generate when histogram crosses zero with confluence confirmation:
- Bullish signal: MACD histogram crosses above zero + confluence filters
- Bearish signal: MACD histogram crosses below zero + confluence filters
Signal Persistence:
MACD signals remain displayed until:
- Histogram crosses back in opposite direction
- New crossover signal begins
- Confluence score updates in real-time as filters change
📚 Interpreting Grid Patterns¶
Pattern 1: Broad Market Momentum¶
Observation:
Multiple symbols (5+) show bullish or bearish MACD signals with high confluence (4-5/5) simultaneously across same sector or asset class.
Interpretation:
Sector-wide or market-wide momentum shift in progress.
Example: 8 out of 10 tech stocks showing bearish signals with 4-5/5 scores → Broad tech sector momentum reversal characteristics.
Pattern 2: Divergent Signals¶
Observation:
Some symbols show bullish signals while related symbols show bearish signals.
Interpretation:
Divergence in momentum direction within sector or asset class.
Example: BTC showing bullish 5/5 signal, ETH showing bearish 4/5 signal → Divergent momentum between major crypto assets.
Pattern 3: Sequential Cascade¶
Observation:
MACD signals appear across related symbols in sequence over time rather than simultaneously.
Interpretation:
Potential leadership or lagging pattern within sector.
Example: Tech mega-caps signal first (AAPL, MSFT), then mid-caps signal days later → Potential cascade pattern in momentum shifts.
Pattern 4: Isolated High-Probability Signal¶
Observation:
One symbol shows signal with 5/5 confluence while all others remain neutral or show low-confluence signals.
Interpretation:
Asset-specific momentum shift with exceptional confluence rather than broad market pattern.
Example: Single stock shows bullish 5/5 signal while entire sector neutral → Isolated high-probability setup characteristics.
- Multi-Symbol Monitoring: Augury Grid simultaneously tracks up to 40 symbols on a single chart, providing real-time MACD histogram crossovers with confluence scores across your entire watchlist
- MACD Confluence Methodology: Displays bullish (↑) and bearish (↓) MACD histogram crossovers filtered by 5 confluence factors: ADX (trend strength), Higher Timeframe alignment, OBV (volume), RSI (momentum), and Distance from moving average
- Performance Metrics: Each symbol displays Signal Direction, Confluence Score (X/5), Take Profit level (TP1), current P&L percentage, and Gauss Ribbon status for comprehensive signal evaluation
- Customizable Symbol Lists: Configure any combination of stocks, crypto, forex, futures, or commodities - symbols don't need to be from the same market or asset class
- Alert-Ready Scanning: Set TradingView alerts for any symbol in the grid to receive instant notifications when high-confluence MACD crossover signals appear
- Pattern Recognition: Identify broad market momentum (multiple symbols signaling together with high confluence), divergent signals (conflicting directions), and isolated high-probability setups (5/5 confluence scores)
- Grid Layout Options: Choose from 5×8, 6×6, 8×5, or 10×4 layouts depending on monitoring needs and screen space
- Efficient Performance: Optimized to handle up to 40 symbols without performance degradation, with continuous real-time updates visible directly on your chart
Next Steps: Review the Screener How-To Guide for practical workflow examples, or explore Alert Setup Guide to configure notifications for your watchlist symbols.
🔗 Integration with Other Indicators¶
Augury Grid is a powerful screener that identifies high-confluence opportunities across multiple symbols. Combine it with other Signal Pilot indicators for deep analysis after the grid filters your watchlist:
Augury Grid → Pentarch (Deep Timing Analysis)¶
Workflow:
- Grid shows 4/5 or 5/5 confluence → Symbol passes initial filter with high multi-indicator agreement
- Click symbol to open individual chart → Review full chart with Pentarch signals visible
- Check Pentarch signal type → TD/IGN (early cycle) = higher priority than BDN (late cycle)
- Confirm signal freshness → Signal fired in last 1-3 bars = timely entry opportunity
- Expected outcome: Grid filters watchlist → Pentarch provides precise entry timing on filtered symbols
Example: Augury Grid shows SPY with 5/5 bullish confluence → Open SPY chart → Pentarch IGN signal just fired 2 bars ago = high-probability long setup
Augury Grid → Janus Atlas (Level Confluence)¶
Workflow:
- Grid shows high confluence symbol → 4/5 or 5/5 bullish/bearish signal appears
- Open individual chart with Janus Atlas → Check if price is at key support/resistance level
- Look for level confluence → Daily Low + Weekly Low + VWAP clustering = structural confluence
- Grid confluence + level confluence = highest probability → Multi-system + structural alignment
- Expected outcome: Grid identifies momentum + levels provide structure = complete setup analysis
Example: Grid shows AAPL 4/5 bearish → Open chart → Price at Daily High + Weekly resistance + 1.618 Fib = strong short confluence
Augury Grid → Volume Oracle (Volume Confirmation)¶
Workflow:
- Grid highlights symbol with confluence → Multiple indicators aligning (3/5, 4/5, or 5/5)
- Open chart and check Volume Oracle → Look for volume spike confirming institutional activity
- High volume = signal validation → Volume spike at grid signal = smart money participation
- Low volume = proceed with caution → Grid signal without volume may lack follow-through
- Expected outcome: Volume Oracle validates which grid signals have institutional backing
Example: Grid shows TSLA 5/5 bullish → Volume Oracle shows 2.8x volume spike = confirmed institutional buying
Augury Grid → Omnideck (Multi-System Validation)¶
Workflow:
- Grid shows directional confluence → Bullish or bearish signal with 4/5+ agreement
- Open chart with Omnideck → Check Regime Box for trend context
- Omnideck confirms grid direction → Grid bullish + Omnideck bullish regime = trend alignment
- Omnideck conflicts with grid → Grid bullish + Omnideck bearish regime = counter-trend, skip or reduce size
- Expected outcome: Omnideck provides broader trend context for grid-filtered opportunities
Example: Grid shows QQQ 4/5 bullish → Omnideck shows bullish regime box + TD Sequential in buy zone = aligned long setup
Pro Tip: The Grid Filter Workflow
Use Augury Grid as your first filter: Grid (4/5+ confluence) → Pentarch (timing) → Janus Atlas (levels) → Volume Oracle (confirmation). Let the grid do the heavy lifting across your watchlist, then perform deep analysis only on high-confluence symbols. This systematic approach saves time and improves focus on best opportunities.
See also: Complete Trading Workflow Guide for detailed multi-indicator strategies.
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid¶
These mistakes are frequently made by new Augury Grid users. Avoid them to improve your results:
Mistake #1: Monitoring Too Many Symbols¶
The Problem: Adding 30-40 symbols to the grid creates information overload. Too many symbols = difficulty tracking opportunities and analysis paralysis.
The Fix:
- Start with 8-12 high-quality, liquid symbols you understand well
- Focus on symbols with strong trends, high volume, and clear technical patterns
- As you gain experience, gradually expand to 15-20 symbols maximum
- Quality over quantity: 10 well-analyzed symbols better than 40 ignored ones
Remember: Successful traders focus deeply on a small watchlist. Start with 8-12 symbols and master them first.
Mistake #2: Trading Every Grid Signal¶
The Problem: Not all confluence scores are equal. Trading 2/5 or 3/5 signals reduces win rate. Only the highest-confluence setups (4/5, 5/5) deserve action.
The Fix:
- 5/5 confluence: All five systems agree → highest priority, strongest setups
- 4/5 confluence: Four systems agree → high quality, worth investigating
- 3/5 confluence: Moderate agreement → proceed with caution, need additional confirmation
- 2/5 or less: Low agreement → skip these signals, wait for better confluence
Remember: Only trade 4/5 and 5/5 confluence signals. Let 2/5 and 3/5 signals pass—patience improves results.
Mistake #3: Skipping Individual Chart Analysis¶
The Problem: The grid is a filter, not a final trading decision. Entering trades based solely on grid confluence without reviewing the actual chart leads to poor entries and missed context.
The Fix:
- Grid highlights opportunity → ALWAYS open individual chart for detailed analysis
- Check price action: Is price at support/resistance? Clean breakout or choppy range?
- Review Pentarch signals: When did signal fire? Which signal type (IGN vs BDN)?
- Confirm with Janus Atlas levels and Volume Oracle before entering
Remember: Grid = screener, not strategy. Use it to filter your watchlist, then perform full chart analysis before trading.
Mistake #4: Ignoring the Confluence Score Numbers¶
The Problem: Treating all green (bullish) or red (bearish) signals equally, regardless of confluence score. A 2/5 bullish signal is far weaker than a 5/5 bullish signal.
The Fix:
- Always check the confluence number: 5/5 > 4/5 > 3/5 > 2/5
- Prioritize your attention: Review 5/5 signals first, then 4/5, then 3/5
- Set alerts only for 4/5 and 5/5 signals to reduce noise
- Higher confluence = higher probability, simpler decision-making
Remember: The number matters more than the color. A 5/5 signal deserves immediate attention; a 2/5 signal can be ignored.
Mistake #5: Using Wrong Timeframe for Your Trading Style¶
The Problem: Day traders using Daily charts on the grid, or swing traders using 5-minute charts. Timeframe mismatch leads to irrelevant signals and poor results.
The Fix:
- Day traders: Use 5-minute, 15-minute, or 1-hour charts for intraday opportunities
- Swing traders: Use 4-hour, Daily, or Weekly charts for multi-day holds
- Position traders: Use Daily or Weekly charts for long-term trends
- Remember: Grid uses the timeframe of your active chart
Remember: Match the grid's chart timeframe to your trading style. Day traders need intraday timeframes; swing traders need higher timeframes.
Mistake #6: Never Updating Your Watchlist¶
The Problem: Markets change. Symbols that were trending 2 months ago may now be dead/choppy. Static watchlists become less effective over time.
The Fix:
- Review watchlist weekly: Remove low-volume, choppy, or stagnant symbols
- Add new symbols showing strong trends, high relative strength, or sector rotation
- Rotate symbols based on market conditions (growth stocks in bull markets, defensive in bear markets)
- Keep watchlist dynamic and relevant to current market environment
Remember: A fresh, actively managed watchlist performs better than a stale, outdated one. Review and rotate symbols regularly.
Additional Resources
For more trading best practices, see Best Practices & Pro Tips. For screener workflow examples, see Screener How-To Guide.
🌫️ When This Doesn't Work Well¶
Augury Grid signals show reduced reliability in certain market conditions. Recognizing these environments helps set appropriate expectations:
Broad Choppy Market Conditions (Market-Wide Indecision)¶
The Condition: When overall market environment (SPY, QQQ, or sector indices) is sideways/choppy, most stocks/assets in your watchlist exhibit similar indecisive behavior.
What Happens: Grid shows mostly 2/5 and 3/5 confluence scores across all symbols. Few 4/5 or 5/5 signals appear. Symbols that do signal often flip from Bullish to Neutral to Bearish within 5-10 bars. P&L percentages hover around ±1-2%, showing no sustained follow-through. Win rate drops because even "good" setups lack the broader market momentum to follow through.
Context: Augury Grid analyzes individual symbol momentum via MACD and confluence factors. But individual symbols are influenced by overall market sentiment. During broad market choppy periods (VIX elevated but direction unclear, major indices range-bound), even stocks with strong individual confluence struggle to trend. This isn't Augury failing—it's accurately showing that momentum exists but lacks supporting market context. Best practice: Check SPY/QQQ regime first using Pentarch or Omnideck. If broader market shows neutral/choppy regime, treat Augury signals with higher skepticism. Trade smaller size or wait for market clarity. When overall market is trending (clear bull or bear regime), Augury signals become significantly more reliable.
Trading Low Confluence Score Signals (2/5, 3/5)&lgrid-analysis shows various outcomes. Observation suggests higher confluence correlates with more sustained moves, but no threshold guarantees specific results.
Context: Confluence scores measure how many supporting factors align with the MACD crossover. Higher scores (4/5, 5/5) indicate: price action agrees, volume supports the move, higher timeframe aligns, momentum is strong, and structure confirms direction. Lower scores (2/5, 3/5) mean several factors are missing or conflicting. A 2/5 signal might have MACD crossover + volume, but price action is weak, higher timeframe disagrees, and momentum is shallow. This doesn't mean the 2/5 signal will definitely fail, but historical observation shows fewer 2/5 signals produce sustained follow-through compared to 4/5 signals. Notice in examples throughout this documentation: focus consistently emphasizes 4/5 and 5/5 signals. This isn't arbitrary—it reflects that higher confluence matters. Best practice: If capital is limited, focus exclusively on 4/5 and 5/5 signals. If monitoring capacity is limited, set alerts only for highest-confluence setups. Think of 2/5 and 3/5 as "educational signals"—they show potential, but shouldn't compete for attention with higher-quality 4/5 and 5/5 opportunities.
Whipsaw & Transition Periods¶
The Condition: Individual symbols transitioning between regimes—moving from downtrend to consolidation to uptrend, or vice versa.
What Happens: Grid shows signal instability: Symbol X fires Bullish 5/5 → 3 bars later flips to Neutral → 5 bars later fires Bearish 4/5 → then back to Neutral. Confluence scores fluctuate rapidly. P&L shows +3%, -2%, +1%, -1% oscillating pattern. This happens because MACD is centered around zero crossover, and during transitions, the histogram oscillates around the zero line without committing to either direction.
Context: MACD-based systems (like Augury Grid) excel at identifying momentum within established trends. They struggle during regime transitions when momentum itself is unstable. During these periods, the histogram crosses zero multiple times in both directions as the market "decides" which way to trend. These whipsaws are inherent to zero-crossing methodologies. Best practice: When you see a symbol flip signals 3+ times within 20 bars, that symbol is in transition—remove it from active consideration temporarily. Revisit it after 10-15 bars to see if regime has stabilized. Or combine with Pentarch: only trade Augury signals when Pentarch regime bars show clear color (green or red, not gray) for the same symbol. This filters out symbols in transition.
Mismatched Timeframe & Trading Strategy¶
The Condition: Using Augury Grid on a timeframe that doesn't match your trading style or hold duration.
What Happens:
- Day trader using Daily chart grid: Signals fire once every few days. By the time signal appears, much of the intraday move has already occurred. Miss 80% of opportunities waiting for daily signals.
- Swing trader using 5m chart grid: Signals fire constantly (10+ signals per hour across watchlist). Impossible to act on all of them. Most reverse before you can analyze and enter. Signal overload leads to paralysis or random selection.
Context: Augury Grid's entire watchlist uses the timeframe of your active chart. This is by design—it allows rapid scanning of multiple symbols on a consistent timeframe. But it requires matching chart timeframe to trading style. Scalpers (hold minutes-hours) → 5m-15m charts. Day traders (hold hours-day) → 15m-1H charts. Swing traders (hold days-weeks) → 4H-Daily charts. Position traders (hold weeks-months) → Daily-Weekly charts. Mismatch creates either: (1) Too few signals (missing opportunities), or (2) Too many signals (overwhelming noise). Best practice: If you're a day trader, don't use Augury Grid on a Daily chart. If you're a swing trader, don't use it on 15m charts. Match the grid's timeframe to your actual hold period.
Highly Correlated Watchlist (All Symbols Move Together)¶
The Condition: Watchlist contains symbols that are highly correlated—they all move together (e.g., all tech stocks, all crypto, all oil stocks).
What Happens: Grid shows "diversification illusion." When tech sector rallies, all 30 symbols in watchlist flash Bullish 5/5 simultaneously. Feels like 30 opportunities, but it's really ONE opportunity (tech sector) expressed through 30 symbols. When sector reverses, all 30 flip Bearish together. No true diversification. Risk concentration masked by symbol count.
Context: Augury Grid's value is finding THE BEST opportunities across a diversified watchlist. If all symbols are correlated, the grid just amplifies sector moves without adding information. A watchlist of AAPL, MSFT, GOOGL, META, NVDA, AMD, TSLA (all high-beta tech) will show nearly identical signals. This defeats the purpose of multi-symbol scanning. Better watchlist design: Mix sectors (tech, healthcare, energy, financials, consumer), mix asset classes (stocks, crypto, commodities), mix market caps (large-cap, mid-cap, small-cap). When tech gives Bullish 5/5, healthcare might show Bearish 5/5, and energy shows Neutral. THIS is useful—it shows WHERE opportunity is rotating. If your grid shows all symbols firing same signal simultaneously, your watchlist is too correlated. Diversify symbol selection.
Low Liquidity & Thinly Traded Symbols¶
The Condition: Including penny stocks, micro-cap altcoins, or illiquid futures contracts in your watchlist.
What Happens: Signals appear (MACD crossover is valid), but price action is erratic. A Bullish 5/5 fires, but the bid-ask spread is 5%. Price gaps intraday due to lack of buyers. Slippage eats most of theoretical profit. P&L shows +8% but actual fill is at +3% due to liquidity issues.
Context: Augury Grid analyzes momentum mathematically (MACD calculations). It doesn't "know" about liquidity, bid-ask spreads, or average daily volume. A $0.50 penny stock can show perfect 5/5 confluence, but if daily volume is only 10,000 shares, entering a 5,000-share position moves the market against you. MACD confluence works best on liquid instruments where your order doesn't materially impact price. Best practice: Pre-filter your watchlist by liquidity before adding to Augury Grid. For stocks: minimum $5M average daily volume. For crypto: minimum $50M daily volume (on the specific exchange you trade). For futures: use front-month contracts with high open interest. Grid shows technical signals; you must ensure those signals are tradeable with acceptable slippage.
Using Grid Signals Without Individual Chart Confirmation¶
The Condition: Trading directly from grid signals without pulling up individual charts to verify setup quality.
What Happens: Grid shows AAPL Bullish 5/5. You enter immediately. Pull up AAPL chart afterward and realize: it's at major resistance (Janus Atlas Weekly High), volume is below average (Volume Oracle shows this), and it just had 3 failed bullish attempts at this level. The 5/5 signal is technically valid, but context makes it low-probability. Trade fails.
Context: Augury Grid is a screener—its job is to surface candidates worth investigating, not to provide complete trade analysis. The grid analyzes MACD confluence across multiple symbols efficiently. But it doesn't check: support/resistance context, volume quality, recent failed attempts, higher timeframe alignment, news events, earnings dates, sector rotation. These require individual chart analysis. Best practice workflow: (1) Grid identifies candidates (4/5 and 5/5 signals), (2) Pull up individual chart for top 3-5 candidates, (3) Check Janus Atlas levels (are we at major support/resistance?), (4) Check Volume Oracle (is volume supporting this move?), (5) Check Pentarch (does regime support this direction?), (6) THEN decide to enter. Grid narrows 40 symbols to 5 candidates. You narrow 5 candidates to 1-2 actual trades. That's the workflow.
Recognizing Reduced Reliability Environments
Practical Identification:
- Entire grid showing mostly 2/5 and 3/5 scores: Broad market chop—reduce activity or trade higher confluence only
- SPY/QQQ showing neutral/gray on Pentarch: Market lacks direction—Augury signals less reliable
- Multiple symbols flipping signals within 10 bars: Whipsaw environment—wait for stabilization
- All symbols in watchlist fire same signal simultaneously: Watchlist too correlated—diversify
- P&L oscillating ±1-2% without sustained moves: Choppy conditions or wrong timeframe
- Symbol volume under $5M daily (stocks) or $50M (crypto): Liquidity concerns—remove from watchlist
- Trading from grid without checking individual charts: Missing context—verify setups individually
Remember: Augury Grid's strength is efficiency—scanning 40 symbols simultaneously to find momentum shifts. Its weakness is context—it doesn't know about support/resistance, volume quality, broader market regime, or individual symbol liquidity. The grid finds candidates. You validate candidates. Best results come from combining Augury's scanning efficiency with individual chart analysis using Janus Atlas (levels), Volume Oracle (volume confirmation), and Pentarch (regime context). Grid → Candidates → Validation → Trade. That's the complete workflow.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions¶
Q: How many symbols should I monitor?¶
A: Depends on monitoring purpose. Focused scanning (10-15 symbols) allows detailed attention. Broad scanning (30-40 symbols) enables opportunity discovery. Individual preferences vary.
Q: Can I use different timeframes for different symbols?¶
A: No. All symbols in grid use the timeframe of the active chart. To scan multiple timeframes, open multiple chart windows with Augury Grid on each.
Q: Do symbols need to be from same market?¶
A: No. Can mix any asset types available on TradingView (stocks, crypto, forex, futures, indices, commodities, etc.)
Q: What happens if a symbol has no data?¶
A: Cell displays "No Data" message. Symbol may be unavailable on current TradingView plan or exchange.
Q: Can I save multiple watchlists?¶
A: Yes. Save different indicator configurations with different symbol lists. Switch between saved templates as needed.
Q: Does grid slow down performance?¶
A: Minimal impact. Optimized to efficiently monitor up to 40 symbols without performance degradation.
Q: Can other users see my watchlist?¶
A: No. Symbol lists stored in personal indicator settings, not visible to others.
Q: How is this different from TradingView's native screener?¶
A: Augury Grid displays on chart with continuous real-time updates, while native screener requires manual refresh and opens separately. Grid format provides at-a-glance monitoring of MACD confluence methodology with live performance metrics (TP1, P&L).
Q: Can I export grid data?¶
A: Grid data can be captured via TradingView alert webhooks. Each alert includes symbol and signal type data.
Q: Does it work on mobile?¶
A: Yes. Grid layout adapts to screen size. Mobile displays fewer symbols per row for readability.
✅ Knowledge Check
Question: How many confluence filters does Augury Grid use to validate MACD histogram crossover signals?
📋 Quick Reference Guide¶
Grid Display Legend¶
Recognizing Reduced Reliability Environments
Practical Identification:
- Entire grid showing mostly 2/5 and 3/5 scores: Broad market chop—reduce activity or trade higher confluence only
- SPY/QQQ showing neutral/gray on Pentarch: Market lacks direction—Augury signals less reliable
- Multiple symbols flipping signals within 10 bars: Whipsaw environment—wait for stabilization
- All symbols in watchlist fire same signal simultaneously: Watchlist too correlated—diversify
- P&L oscillating ±1-2% without sustained moves: Choppy conditions or wrong timeframe
- Symbol volume under $5M daily (stocks) or $50M (crypto): Liquidity concerns—remove from watchlist
- Trading from grid without checking individual charts: Missing context—verify setups individually
Remember: Augury Grid's strength is efficiency—scanning 40 symbols simultaneously to find momentum shifts. Its weakness is context—it doesn't know about support/resistance, volume quality, broader market regime, or individual symbol liquidity. The grid finds candidates. You validate candidates. Best results come from combining Augury's scanning efficiency with individual chart analysis using Janus Atlas (levels), Volume Oracle (volume confirmation), and Pentarch (regime context). Grid → Candidates → Validation → Trade. That's the complete workflow.
✅ Knowledge Check
Question: How many confluence filters does Augury Grid use to validate MACD histogram crossover signals?
| Display | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ↑ Bullish | MACD histogram crossed above zero with confluence |
| ↓ Bearish | MACD histogram crossed below zero with confluence |
| Score: 5/5 | All confluence filters aligned (highest probability) |
| Score: 4/5 | Strong confluence (4 of 5 filters aligned) |
| Score: 3/5 | Moderate confluence (3 of 5 filters aligned) |
| TP1 | Calculated take-profit target level |
| P&L (%) | Current profit/loss from signal entry |
| Neutral (—) | No MACD crossover or insufficient confluence |
Common Watchlist Sizes (Examples)¶
| Purpose | Symbols | Layout |
|---|---|---|
| Focused Analysis | 10-15 | 5×3 or 4×4 |
| Sector Scan | 15-25 | 5×5 or 8×3 |
| Broad Market | 25-40 | 8×5 or 10×4 |
Common Watchlist Templates¶
Crypto Major:
BTC/USD, ETH/USD, BNB/USD, SOL/USD, XRP/USD,
ADA/USD, AVAX/USD, DOT/USD, MATIC/USD, LINK/USD
US Indices & Sectors:
SPY, QQQ, DIA, IWM, XLF, XLE, XLK, XLV,
XLI, XLP, XLU, XLY, XLB, XLRE, XLC
Tech Giants:
AAPL, MSFT, GOOGL, AMZN, NVDA, TSLA,
META, NFLX, AMD, INTC, CRM, ORCL
Forex Majors:
EUR/USD, GBP/USD, USD/JPY, AUD/USD,
USD/CAD, USD/CHF, NZD/USD, EUR/GBP
- Multi-Symbol Scanning System: Augury Grid displays MACD histogram crossover signals across 5-40 symbols simultaneously in a grid layout, enabling instant identification of momentum shifts across multiple markets at once
- Five Confluence Filters: Each signal is filtered through ADX (trend strength ≥20), HTF (higher timeframe confirmation), OBV (volume validation), RSI (regime check), and Distance (extension threshold) - only crossovers passing all enabled filters generate signals
- Grid Layout Options: Flexible configurations from 3×3 (9 symbols) to 10×4 (40 symbols) depending on screen size and trading focus - smaller grids for focus, larger grids for broad market scanning
- Signal Display: Green arrows indicate bullish MACD histogram crossovers (momentum turning positive), red arrows show bearish crossovers (momentum turning negative) - signal strength determined by number of confluence filters passed
- Watchlist Templates: Pre-configured symbol lists optimized for different markets - Crypto Major (BTC, ETH, SOL), US Indices (SPY, QQQ, DIA), Tech Giants (AAPL, MSFT, GOOGL), Forex Majors (EUR/USD, GBP/USD)
- Trading Style Application: Scalpers use 3×3 grids with aggressive filtering on 1m-5m charts, day traders employ 5×4 grids with balanced filters on 15m-1H timeframes, swing traders utilize 8×5 grids with conservative filters on 4H-Daily charts
- Alert Integration: Configure "Any alert() function call" alerts in TradingView to receive notifications when any symbol in your grid generates a filtered crossover signal - enables hands-free multi-symbol monitoring
Next Steps: Review Trading Workflow Guide to learn how to combine Augury Grid signals with other indicators, or explore Indicator Comparison to see how Augury Grid complements the Signal Pilot suite.
Before using Augury Grid in your trading, ask yourself:
- Can you explain how Augury Grid scans multiple symbols simultaneously and displays MACD histogram signals?
- Do you understand the five confluence filters (ADX, HTF, OBV, RSI, Distance) and how they reduce false signals?
- Have you configured a watchlist with appropriate symbols for your trading style (crypto, forex, stocks, or indices)?
- Can you interpret the grid layout and identify which symbols are showing bullish/bearish crossovers at a glance?
- Do you understand that Augury Grid displays filtered momentum signals across symbols, not trading instructions, and requires your own analysis?
If yes to all 5: You're ready to use Augury Grid! Explore the Workflow Guide to learn multi-symbol scanning strategies.
If no to any: Review the relevant section above or use the chatbot (bottom right) to ask specific questions.
📞 Support¶
Technical Questions:
support@signalpilot.io
See Also¶
Related Pages:
- How to Use Screener - Detailed guide for using Augury Grid
- Pentarch v1.0 - One of the indicators available in screener
- Harmonic Oscillator v1.0 - Another indicator available in screener
- Volume Oracle v1.0 - Volume intelligence in screener
- All Indicators At A Glance - Quick reference for all screened indicators
Disclaimer: This indicator displays MACD histogram crossover signals with confluence filtering across multiple symbols simultaneously. All signals represent momentum analysis based on MACD histogram crossovers combined with ADX, higher timeframe, OBV, RSI, and distance filters. Individual interpretation, application, and outcomes vary. Past signal patterns do not guarantee future results. This is not financial advice.