Macros
OHLC Expansion Map Macros
ICT Macros are specific, short time windows during which institutional algorithms are programmed to deliver price to specific targets or seek liquidity. The Macros component maps these critical windows with high precision.
Predefined Macros
The OHLC Expansion Map includes over 18+ predefined macros, including:
London Macros: 02:33-03:00, 03:00-04:00 (Silver Bullet), 04:03-04:30, 04:15-05:00.
NY AM Macros: 08:15-08:45, 08:50-09:10, 09:15-09:45, 09:50-10:10, 10:00-11:00 (Silver Bullet).
NY PM Macros: 13:10-13:40, 13:45-14:15, 14:00-15:00 (Silver Bullet), 15:15-15:45.
How to use Macros
Enable Macro Slots: You have 5 dedicated macro slots that can be enabled independently.
Select from Dropdown: Each slot has a dropdown menu with all standard ICT macros.
Visual Confirmation: The indicator will draw a vertical time-window and project behavioral levels (Manipulation/Distribution) specifically for that macro.
Why Macros Matter?
Macros often act as the "catalyst" for a session's expansion. By viewing the historical behavioral ranges for a specific macro (e.g., the 09:50-10:10 NY AM Macro), you can anticipate exactly how much "fake-out" (Manipulation) or "target" (Distribution) to expect within that 20-minute window.
Custom Macros
Need a custom time window? Use the Custom Macro slot to define any time period (e.g., 0930-1000 for the opening 30 minutes of the NY session).
Visual Customization
Abbreviated Labels: Enable "Abbreviate Labels" in settings to keep your chart clean (e.g.,
[-M]instead of[-M] Manipulation).Open Price: Each macro displays its own unique opening price line.
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