ABC Pattern Pro & Trend Bars Pro
Combining ABC Pattern Pro with Trend Bars Pro creates a structured workflow where ABC patterns identify pullback entry opportunities and Trend Bars Pro confirms both the trend direction and the entry timing. ABC Pattern Pro provides the structural setup — the where and what — while Trend Bars Pro provides the momentum confirmation — the when.
Be sure to check out our Trend Bars Pro section and the ABC Pattern Pro section to fully understand how each indicator works independently before combining them.
Workflow 1: Trend Direction Filter​
The simplest combination uses Trend Bars Pro to determine the trend direction, then filters ABC Pattern Pro to only detect patterns in that direction.
How It Works​
- Add both Trend Bars Pro and ABC Pattern Pro to your chart
- Observe the Trend Bars Pro Dynamic Trend or bar coloring to determine the current trend direction
- Set ABC Pattern Pro Trade Directions to match:
- Bullish trend (green bars) → Long Only
- Bearish trend (red bars) → Short Only
- Only trade ABC pattern entries that align with the prevailing momentum
This filter eliminates counter-trend ABC patterns — setups that may be technically valid but have lower probability because they fight the dominant market direction.
Workflow 2: Signal Bar Entry Confirmation​
This workflow uses Trend Bars Pro signal bars as an additional confirmation layer before entering an ABC pattern trade.
How It Works​
- Wait for ABC Pattern Pro to detect a valid ABC pattern
- Before the entry triggers, check whether the bar at or near the entry is a Trend Bars Pro signal bar — a reversal bar or breakout bar in the pattern's direction
- If the entry bar is a signal bar, the combination provides dual confirmation: structural (ABC pattern) and momentum (signal bar)
- If the entry bar is not a signal bar, consider waiting or reducing position size
Why This Works​
ABC Pattern Pro identifies the price structure — the pullback setup. Trend Bars Pro identifies momentum shifts — the bar-level confirmation that buyers or sellers are taking control. When both signals converge on the same bar, the probability of a successful continuation increases.
Workflow 3: Post-Entry Trade Management​
After entering an ABC pattern trade, Trend Bars Pro provides ongoing momentum feedback for managing the position.
How It Works​
- Enter the trade based on ABC Pattern Pro's entry signal
- Monitor Trend Bars Pro bar coloring after entry:
- Continuation bars in the trade direction → hold the position
- Reversal bar against the trade → consider tightening the stop or taking partial profits
- Trend color change → evaluate whether the original trade thesis is still valid
- Use Trend Bars Pro signals alongside ABC Pattern Pro's TP/SL levels for a complete exit framework
ABC Pattern Pro's TP/SL levels provide the structural exit points. Trend Bars Pro provides real-time momentum feedback between entry and those levels. Together, they give you both a plan and the ability to adapt.
FAQ​
How do Trend Bars Pro signal bars confirm ABC pattern entries?​
When ABC Pattern Pro detects a pattern and the entry bar is also a Trend Bars Pro signal bar (reversal or breakout bar), the combination provides dual confirmation. The ABC pattern identifies the structural setup, while the signal bar confirms momentum is shifting in the expected direction.
Should I use Trend Bars Pro trend direction to filter ABC patterns?​
Yes. Setting ABC Pattern Pro to Long Only when Trend Bars Pro shows a bullish trend (and Short Only during bearish trends) filters out counter-trend ABC patterns. This combination significantly reduces losing trades from patterns that form against the prevailing momentum.
Can I use both indicators on the same chart?​
Yes. Both ABC Pattern Pro and Trend Bars Pro are overlay indicators that display directly on the price chart. Trend Bars Pro colors the bars themselves while ABC Pattern Pro draws pattern triangles and trade levels, so the visual elements complement each other without overlapping.