Drawing Segments Between Consecutive Average Values

17 May 2020
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This code snippet demonstrates how to draw segments between consecutive average values of a data series in ProBuilder. The segments are drawn using the `DRAWSEGMENT` function, which visually connects points on a chart.


Defparam drawonlastbaronly=true
Avg = average[100]
For i = 0 to 5
    DRAWSEGMENT(barindex[i], Avg[i], barindex[i+1], Avg[i+1])
Next
Return

The code snippet provided is a simple example of how to use looping and drawing functions in ProBuilder to create visual elements on a trading chart. Here’s a step-by-step breakdown:

  • Defparam drawonlastbaronly=true: This line sets the parameter so that drawing operations are performed only on the last available bar of the chart. This is useful for reducing clutter and enhancing performance.
  • Avg = average[100]: This line calculates the moving average of the last 100 bars for each bar. The result is stored in the variable Avg.
  • For loop from 0 to 5: This loop iterates through the first six bars (from index 0 to 5).
  • DRAWSEGMENT(barindex[i], Avg[i], barindex[i+1], Avg[i+1]): Inside the loop, this function draws a segment from the point (barindex[i], Avg[i]) to the point (barindex[i+1], Avg[i+1]). This effectively connects consecutive average values with a visual line segment.
  • Next: This keyword is used to proceed to the next iteration of the loop.
  • Return: Ends the execution of the script. In this context, it’s more of a formality as the script would end after the loop completes anyway.

This example is particularly useful for visualizing trends or changes in the moving average over a set number of bars, helping to highlight patterns or shifts in data over time.

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