The Rumers Box Strategy+ v1.5.0The Rumers Box Strategy - Visual Trading Setup Analyzer
This indicator implements Doug Rumers' Box Strategy methodology for identifying high-probability trading setups based on historical price ranges and opening candle analysis.
Key Features:
Customizable Box Construction - Define a "Box Date" to establish the high/low range that forms your trading framework
8:45 Candle Analysis - Automatically identifies and validates the opening candle on your specified "Analysis Date"
20% Rule Validation - Visual confirmation when the 8:45 candle range meets the 20% threshold of the box range
Entry Zone Highlighting - Clear visual marking of the top 20% (short zone) and bottom 20% (long zone) of the box
50% Midpoint Reference - Yellow midline for price action analysis
Multi-Timezone Support - Works with 12 major timezones including US, European, Asian, and Pacific markets
Comprehensive Info Panel - Real-time display of all key metrics including box range, thresholds, and setup validity
Historical Analysis - Time-based positioning allows analysis of any historical date without bar index limitations
How to Use:
Select your timezone
Choose the Box Date (the date that establishes your high/low range)
Choose the Analysis Date (the date to check the 8:45 candle)
The indicator will display a ✓ or ✗ showing whether the setup meets the 20% rule
Trade within the highlighted entry zones when valid setups appear
Perfect for: Day traders and swing traders using systematic, rule-based entry strategies on NAS100, ES, and other index futures.
