Trend following
Vortex Crossover
Trade VI+ / VI- crossovers to catch trend changes early.
The Vortex Indicator's two lines, VI+ and VI−, capture upward and downward trend movement. Their crossover marks a trend change, making it a clean, rule-based trend-following entry, best with a strength filter to skip weak signals.
How it works
When VI+ crosses above VI−, buyers take control; the reverse signals sellers. Requiring a minimum separation between the lines (or an ADX confirmation) filters out the weak crossovers that occur in ranges, where the indicator whipsaws.
Entry rules
- ▸Go long when VI+ crosses above VI− (short on the opposite).
- ▸Require a minimum line separation or ADX confirmation.
- ▸Optionally align with a higher-timeframe trend.
Exit & risk
- ▸Exit on the opposite crossover.
- ▸Cap risk with an ATR-based stop.
- ▸Trail to ride strong trends.
Best for
Trending markets and higher timeframes. In ranges the lines cross repeatedly, so the strength filter is essential.
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How do you trade the Vortex Indicator?
Trade VI+ / VI− crossovers in the trend direction, filtering weak signals with a minimum line separation or an ADX confirmation, and manage risk with an ATR stop. Algovex lets you build and backtest this without code.