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Vortex Indicator

A two-line oscillator comprising an uptrend line (VI+) and a downtrend line (VI-). Used to spot trend reversals and confirm current trends. An uptrend or buy signal occurs when VI+ crosses above VI-. A downtrend or sell signal occurs when VI- crosses above VI+.

To apply a Vortex Indicator

  1. From within a chart, from the Edit menu select Studies.
  2. Choose Vortex and click Add to add the study to the Applied Studies group.
  3. Complete parameters as necessary.

Once the study is defined, you can elect to uncheck/check to remove and add the study to your chart.