TRIX (30)

The TRIX (30) is a momentum oscillators indicator used in Skyrexio Strategy Builder for momentum analysis and overbought/oversold identification.

Introduction

The TRIX (Triple Exponential Average) is a triple-smoothed momentum oscillator that filters out market noise and identifies significant trend changes. By calculating the rate of change of a triple exponentially smoothed moving average, TRIX provides clean signals that help traders focus on major trend movements while avoiding the false signals common in volatile markets.

How TRIX Works

TRIX applies triple exponential smoothing to create an extremely refined momentum oscillator:

• Triple smoothing process - Applies three exponential moving averages in sequence to eliminate noise • Rate of change calculation - Measures the percentage change of the triple-smoothed average • Zero-line oscillator - Positive values indicate bullish momentum, negative values indicate bearish momentum • Signal line - Often paired with a signal line (EMA of TRIX) for crossover signals • Long-term focus - Designed to identify major trend changes rather than short-term fluctuations

Triple Smoothing Psychology: TRIX's triple smoothing process creates the cleanest momentum signals by removing virtually all market noise. This makes it ideal for identifying major trend changes that are likely to persist, rather than temporary price movements that quickly reverse.

Key Characteristics

Attribute	Details
Category	Momentum Oscillators
Type	Triple-Smoothed Momentum Indicator
Primary Use	Major trend identification and noise filtering
Timeframe	All timeframes supported (1m to 1M)
Confirmation	Signal line crossovers, zero line crossovers, trend direction

Strategy Applications

🟢 LONG STRATEGY (Major Bullish Trends)

TRIX is highly effective for LONG strategies when identifying major bullish trend changes and long-term momentum shifts. TRIX crossing above zero or its signal line indicates the beginning of significant upward trends that often persist for extended periods.

Base Entry Order (LONG)

Trigger Type: Once per bar close
Bar TF: 1H
First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Cross Above
Second Condition: Value
Value: 0

AND

First Condition: Volume
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Greater Than
Second Condition: Simple Moving Average (20)
Timeframe: 1H

Additional Entry Orders (LONG)

Additional Entry 1: TRIX momentum acceleration
First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Greater Than
Second Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H

AND

First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Greater Than
Second Condition: Value
Value: 0.05

OR

Additional Entry 2: TRIX signal line bullish crossover
First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Cross Above
Second Condition: TRIX Signal Line
Timeframe: 1H

AND

First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Greater Than
Second Condition: Value
Value: -0.1

Take Profit Orders (LONG)

Rule 1: Exit condition - TRIX momentum exhaustion
First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Less Than
Second Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H

AND

First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Greater Than
Second Condition: Value
Value: 0.15

OR

Rule 2: Exit condition - TRIX signal line bearish crossover
First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Cross Below
Second Condition: TRIX Signal Line
Timeframe: 1H

OR

Rule 3: Exit condition - TRIX zero line rejection
First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Cross Below
Second Condition: Value
Value: 0

Stop Loss Orders (LONG)

Rule 1: Stop loss - TRIX turns negative with momentum
First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Less Than
Second Condition: Value
Value: -0.05

AND

First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Less Than
Second Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H

OR

Rule 2: Stop loss - TRIX signal line bearish breakdown
First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Cross Below
Second Condition: TRIX Signal Line
Timeframe: 1H

AND

First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Less Than
Second Condition: Value
Value: 0

OR

Rule 3: Stop loss - Volume confirms bearish trend
First Condition: Volume
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Greater Than
Second Condition: Simple Moving Average (20)
Timeframe: 1H

AND

First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Less Than
Second Condition: Value
Value: -0.1

🔴 SHORT STRATEGY (Major Bearish Trends)

TRIX is equally effective for SHORT strategies when identifying major bearish trend changes and long-term momentum shifts. TRIX crossing below zero or its signal line indicates the beginning of significant downward trends that often persist for extended periods.

Base Entry Order (SHORT)

Trigger Type: Once per bar close
Bar TF: 1H
First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Cross Below
Second Condition: Value
Value: 0

AND

First Condition: Volume
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Greater Than
Second Condition: Simple Moving Average (20)
Timeframe: 1H

Additional Entry Orders (SHORT)

Additional Entry 1: TRIX negative momentum acceleration
First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Less Than
Second Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H

AND

First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Less Than
Second Condition: Value
Value: -0.05

OR

Additional Entry 2: TRIX signal line bearish crossover
First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Cross Below
Second Condition: TRIX Signal Line
Timeframe: 1H

AND

First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Less Than
Second Condition: Value
Value: 0.1

Take Profit Orders (SHORT)

Rule 1: Exit condition - TRIX momentum exhaustion
First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Greater Than
Second Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H

AND

First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Less Than
Second Condition: Value
Value: -0.15

OR

Rule 2: Exit condition - TRIX signal line bullish crossover
First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Cross Above
Second Condition: TRIX Signal Line
Timeframe: 1H

OR

Rule 3: Exit condition - TRIX zero line recovery
First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Cross Above
Second Condition: Value
Value: 0

Stop Loss Orders (SHORT)

Rule 1: Stop loss - TRIX turns positive with momentum
First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Greater Than
Second Condition: Value
Value: 0.05

AND

First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Greater Than
Second Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H

OR

Rule 2: Stop loss - TRIX signal line bullish breakout
First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Cross Above
Second Condition: TRIX Signal Line
Timeframe: 1H

AND

First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Greater Than
Second Condition: Value
Value: 0

OR

Rule 3: Stop loss - Volume confirms bullish trend
First Condition: Volume
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Greater Than
Second Condition: Simple Moving Average (20)
Timeframe: 1H

AND

First Condition: TRIX (30)
Timeframe: 1H
Operator: Greater Than
Second Condition: Value
Value: 0.1

Advanced Strategy Combinations

TRIX Signal Line Crossover Strategy

Bullish Setup

Setup:

• TRIX in negative territory (below zero)

• TRIX crossing above signal line

• Volume increasing on crossover

• Higher timeframe TRIX supporting direction

Entry: TRIX signal line crossover with volume confirmation

Bearish Setup

Setup:

• TRIX in positive territory (above zero)

• TRIX crossing below signal line

• Volume increasing on crossover

• Higher timeframe TRIX supporting direction

Entry: TRIX signal line crossover with volume confirmation

TRIX Zero Line Strategy

Setup Process:

1. Identify TRIX approaching zero line from above or below

2. Wait for clear zero line crossover with momentum

3. Confirm with volume and higher timeframe alignment

4. Enter on zero line crossover for major trend changes

Execution:

• Base Order: TRIX zero line crossover + volume confirmation

• Additional: TRIX momentum acceleration in new direction

• Take Profit: TRIX momentum exhaustion or signal line crossover

• Stop Loss: TRIX returning to previous side of zero line

Multi-Timeframe TRIX Trend Analysis

Setup

Major Trend Identification:

• Weekly: TRIX long-term trend direction

• Daily: TRIX zero line position and signal line relationship

• 4H: TRIX momentum direction and crossover signals

• 1H: TRIX entry timing and execution

Alignment Strategy:

• All timeframes showing consistent TRIX direction

• Higher timeframe TRIX supporting lower timeframe entries

Execution

Entry: 1H TRIX signal with multi-timeframe confirmation Target: Major swing levels or TRIX momentum exhaustion Stop: TRIX breaking key levels against major trend

Risk Management Guidelines

Position Sizing

Strategy Type	Position Size	Conditions
LONG Strategy	Increased (125%)	TRIX > 0 with volume
SHORT Strategy	Increased (125%)	TRIX < 0 with volume
Zero Line Crossovers	Maximum (150%)	Major trend change signals
Signal Line Only	Reduced (75%)	Wait for zero line confirmation

TRIX Reliability Factors

High Reliability

✅ Clear zero line crossovers ✅ Multi-timeframe alignment ✅ Volume confirms direction ✅ Signal line crossover confirmation ✅ Sustained momentum direction

Low Reliability

❌ TRIX oscillating around zero ❌ Low volume momentum moves ❌ Conflicting timeframe signals ❌ Choppy, ranging conditions ❌ Short-term signal line whipsaws

Best Practices

For LONG Strategies

1. Zero line focus - Prioritize TRIX crossing above zero for major trend changes

2. Multi-timeframe confirmation - Ensure higher timeframes support the move

3. Volume validation - Confirm major trend changes with volume

4. Patience required - TRIX signals are infrequent but high-quality

For SHORT Strategies

1. Negative momentum - Focus on TRIX crossing below zero for major trend changes

2. Signal line confirmation - Use signal line crossovers for entry timing

3. Volume confirmation - Ensure selling pressure supports the move

4. Long-term perspective - TRIX is designed for major trend identification

Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Overtrading - TRIX generates fewer signals; don't force trades

• Ignoring timeframes - Not confirming with higher timeframe TRIX

• No volume confirmation - Trading TRIX signals without volume support

• Impatience - Exiting TRIX trades too early before trend develops

Market Conditions Analysis

Market Type	LONG Strategy Effectiveness	SHORT Strategy Effectiveness
Uptrend	🟢 Very High (major trends)	🔴 Low (against major trend)
Downtrend	🔴 Low (against major trend)	🟢 Very High (major trends)
Ranging	🔴 Low (few signals)	🔴 Low (few signals)
High Volatility	🟡 Medium (noise filtering)	🟡 Medium (noise filtering)
Trending Markets	🟢 Very High (ideal conditions)	🟢 Very High (ideal conditions)

Related Indicators

Indicator	Relationship	Link
TSI	Double-smoothed momentum	TSI
MACD	Trend momentum	MACD
EMA	Trend confirmation	EMA
Volume	Trend confirmation	Volume

Conclusion

TRIX is the ultimate noise-filtering momentum indicator, designed to identify major trend changes while eliminating false signals. Its triple-smoothed approach makes it ideal for position trading and long-term trend following strategies.

Key Takeaways

• PRIMARY USE: Major trend identification and noise elimination

• SECONDARY USE: Signal line crossovers for entry timing refinement

• ALWAYS: Confirm with volume and higher timeframe alignment

• PATIENCE: TRIX signals are infrequent but extremely reliable for major moves

Success with TRIX requires patience and a long-term perspective. It's not designed for quick scalping or day trading, but rather for identifying and riding major trend changes that can last for weeks or months. When TRIX gives a signal, it's usually worth paying attention to as it represents a significant shift in market momentum.

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