Scanner to Chart Workflow
The TRN Trading System includes three dedicated scanners that monitor multiple symbols simultaneously — turning watchlist screening from a manual task into a structured, automated process. When a scanner flags a signal, you switch to the individual chart and apply the full system for deep analysis. This page covers the complete workflow from screening to execution.
Be sure to check out the Trend and Reversal Scanner, Harmonic Patterns Scanner, and C&HS Scanner sections to understand each scanner's capabilities before building your screening workflow.
The Three TRN Scanners​
Each scanner serves a specific purpose in the screening process:
- Trend and Reversal Scanner — Monitors up to 20 symbols for trend conditions, reversals, ranges, and divergences. The broadest scanner, covering the most market conditions.
- Harmonic Patterns Scanner — Monitors up to 20 symbols for harmonic pattern formations. Ideal for pattern-focused traders who want automated harmonic detection across their watchlist.
- C&HS Scanner — Monitors up to 20 symbols for consolidation breakouts and head-and-shoulders patterns. Targets structural pattern setups.
Workflow 1: Trend and Reversal Screening​
The primary scanning workflow uses the Trend and Reversal Scanner as your first filter, then applies system indicators on the individual chart.
How It Works​
- Set up the Trend and Reversal Scanner on a dedicated chart with your watchlist of up to 20 symbols
- Monitor the scanner dashboard for signals — trend changes, reversal conditions, range breakouts, or divergence flags
- When the scanner flags a symbol → open that symbol's individual chart
- Apply Price Action Suite for context: identify fair value gaps, order blocks, key levels, and active sessions
- Apply Swing Suite for structure: confirm the swing trend direction and check for divergence
- Enter with Trend Bars Pro when context and structure align — wait for a confirmed signal bar within a context zone
This workflow separates two distinct tasks: discovery (scanner) and analysis (system indicators). The scanner tells you which symbols deserve attention right now. The system indicators tell you whether the opportunity meets your trade criteria.
Workflow 2: Pattern Scanner Screening​
For traders focused on chart patterns, the Harmonic Patterns Scanner or C&HS Scanner provides a pattern-specific entry point.
How It Works​
- Set up the Harmonic Patterns Scanner or C&HS Scanner on a dedicated chart with your watchlist
- When the scanner detects a pattern formation → open that symbol's individual chart
- Apply the corresponding full indicator (Harmonic Patterns Suite or Consolidation and Range Pattern) for detailed pattern analysis, risk management levels, and statistics
- Layer in system indicators for additional confirmation:
- Price Action Suite zones near the pattern's entry area add institutional context
- Swing Suite divergence at the pattern's completion point strengthens the signal
- Trend Bars Pro signal bars at the entry confirm momentum
Why Scanners Matter​
Without scanners, you manually flip through charts looking for setups — a process that scales poorly and leads to missed opportunities. Scanners automate the discovery phase, monitoring 20 symbols per instance in real time. Your job shifts from finding opportunities to evaluating the ones that come to you.
Workflow 3: Multi-Scanner Coverage​
Run multiple scanners simultaneously for maximum market coverage.
How It Works​
- Dedicate separate TradingView chart tabs to each scanner:
- Tab 1: Trend and Reversal Scanner — general market conditions across 20 symbols
- Tab 2: Harmonic Patterns Scanner — harmonic pattern detection across 20 symbols
- Tab 3: C&HS Scanner — consolidation and head-and-shoulders patterns across 20 symbols
- Set up TradingView alerts on each scanner so you receive notifications without watching the dashboards continuously
- When an alert fires, open the flagged symbol and apply the full system analysis
- Prioritize signals that appear on multiple scanners — a symbol flagged by the Trend and Reversal Scanner for a trend change that also shows a harmonic pattern on the Harmonic Scanner represents higher confluence
Set up scanner alerts and let them work in the background. The most disciplined use of scanners is not watching them constantly — it is letting them notify you and then applying your full analysis framework before deciding whether to trade.
FAQ​
How many symbols can TRN scanners monitor at once?​
Each TRN scanner monitors up to 20 symbols simultaneously on a single chart. The Trend and Reversal Scanner tracks trends, reversals, ranges, and divergences. The Harmonic Patterns Scanner monitors for harmonic pattern formations. The C&HS Scanner watches for consolidation and head-and-shoulders patterns. You can run multiple scanner instances on separate charts to cover larger watchlists.
What should I do when a scanner flags a signal?​
Open the flagged symbol on its own chart and apply the TRN system indicators for deeper analysis. Add Price Action Suite for context (fair value gaps, order blocks, key levels), Swing Suite for structure (swing trend, divergence), and Trend Bars Pro for entry timing. The scanner identifies the opportunity — the system indicators confirm whether the trade meets your criteria.
Can I use scanner alerts to automate the screening process?​
Yes. All three TRN scanners support TradingView alerts. Set up alerts on your scanner charts so you receive notifications when a symbol triggers a signal — you do not need to watch the scanner dashboard continuously. When an alert fires, open the individual chart and run through your system analysis before deciding to trade.
Which scanner should I start with?​
The Trend and Reversal Scanner covers the broadest range of conditions — trends, reversals, ranges, and divergences — making it the best starting point for most traders. Pattern-focused traders may prefer the Harmonic Patterns Scanner or C&HS Scanner depending on their strategy. You can run all three simultaneously on separate charts for maximum coverage.