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# VIDYA Stdev Professional
## 1. Summary (Introduction)
The `VIDYA_Stdev_Pro` is a "definition-true" implementation of Tushar Chande's original **Variable Index Dynamic Average (VIDYA)**, first introduced in 1992. It is an adaptive moving average that automatically adjusts its speed based on market volatility.
This version uses Chande's original method for measuring volatility: the ratio of a **short-term Standard Deviation** to a **long-term Standard Deviation**.
* When short-term volatility increases relative to the long-term average (indicating a potential trend or breakout), the VIDYA **speeds up** and follows prices more closely.
* When short-term volatility decreases (indicating a consolidating or quiet market), the VIDYA **slows down**, smoothing out market noise.
This indicator is a powerful tool for trend analysis, providing a more responsive and intelligent alternative to traditional moving averages.
## 2. Mathematical Foundations and Calculation Logic
The VIDYA is a modified Exponential Moving Average where the smoothing factor is dynamically adjusted by a volatility factor, `k`.
### Required Components
* **VIDYA Period (N):** The base period for the EMA-like smoothing calculation.
* **Short Stdev Period (S):** The lookback period for the short-term standard deviation.
* **Long Stdev Period (L):** The lookback period for the long-term standard deviation.
* **Source Price (P)**.
### Calculation Steps (Algorithm)
1. **Calculate Standard Deviations:** Two separate standard deviations are calculated on the source price `P`.
* $\text{Stdev}_{short} = \text{StandardDeviation}(P, S)_t$
* $\text{Stdev}_{long} = \text{StandardDeviation}(P, L)_t$
2. **Calculate the Volatility Factor (k):** The `k` factor is the ratio of the two standard deviations.
* $k_t = \frac{\text{Stdev}_{short_t}}{\text{Stdev}_{long_t}}$
3. **Calculate the VIDYA:** The VIDYA is calculated recursively. The standard EMA smoothing factor (`alpha`) is multiplied by the dynamic `k` factor.
* $\alpha = \frac{2}{N + 1}$
* $\text{VIDYA}_t = (P_t \times \alpha \times k_t) + (\text{VIDYA}_{t-1} \times (1 - \alpha \times k_t))$
* *(Note: The effective smoothing factor, `alpha * k`, is often capped at 1 to prevent instability in extreme volatility).*
## 3. MQL5 Implementation Details
* **Modular Calculation Engine (`VIDYA_Stdev_Calculator.mqh`):** All mathematical logic is encapsulated in a dedicated include file.
* **Definition-True Calculation:** The calculator uses a **manual, built-in helper function** to calculate the standard deviation according to its precise mathematical definition. This ensures accuracy and avoids dependencies on external indicator handles.
* **Robust State Management:** VIDYA is a recursive filter. Our `CVIDYAStdevCalculator` class implements **correct state management** by storing the previous VIDYA value in a member variable (`m_prev_vidya`), which is critical for a stable and accurate calculation.
* **Object-Oriented Design (Inheritance):** The standard `_HA` derived class architecture is used to seamlessly support calculations on Heikin Ashi price data.
## 4. Parameters
* **VIDYA Period (`InpVidyaPeriod`):** The base period for the VIDYA smoothing. Chande's original suggestion is `9`.
* **Stdev Short (`InpStdevShort`):** The lookback period for the short-term standard deviation. Default is `9`.
* **Stdev Long (`InpStdevLong`):** The lookback period for the long-term standard deviation. Default is `30`.
* **Applied Price (`InpSourcePrice`):** The source price for the calculation (Standard or Heikin Ashi).
## 5. Usage and Interpretation
The `VIDYA_Stdev_Pro` is a versatile trend-following and filtering tool.
* **Comparison to Other VIDYA Variants:**
* **VIDYA Stdev (this indicator):** Uses a pure measure of price volatility (standard deviation). It reacts to increases in price fluctuation, regardless of direction.
* **VIDYA RSI/CMO:** Use momentum oscillators to measure volatility. They react to the *strength* of directional movement.
This makes the Stdev version a unique tool for analyzing volatility-driven breakouts.
* **Adaptive Trend Line:** Use it as an intelligent trend line. It will hug the price during volatile, trending moves and flatten out during quiet, consolidating periods.
* **Trend Filter:** A flat or sideways VIDYA line is a strong indication of a low-volatility, ranging market.
* **Dynamic Support and Resistance:** In a trending market, the VIDYA line can act as a dynamic level of support or resistance.
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//+------------------------------------------------------------------+
//| VIDYA_Stdev_Pro.mq5 |
//| Copyright 2025, xxxxxxxx|
//| |
//+------------------------------------------------------------------+
#property copyright "Copyright 2025, xxxxxxxx"
#property version "1.00"
#property description "Tushar Chande's original VIDYA using Standard Deviation ratio."
#property description "Adapts its speed based on relative volatility."
#property indicator_chart_window
#property indicator_buffers 1
#property indicator_plots 1
#property indicator_label1 "VIDYA (Stdev)"
#property indicator_type1 DRAW_LINE
#property indicator_color1 clrDarkOrange
#property indicator_style1 STYLE_SOLID
#property indicator_width1 1
#include <MyIncludes\VIDYA_Stdev_Calculator.mqh>
//--- Input Parameters ---
input int InpVidyaPeriod = 9; // Base VIDYA Period
input int InpStdevShort = 9; // Short-term Stdev Period (n)
input int InpStdevLong = 30; // Long-term Stdev Period (m)
input ENUM_APPLIED_PRICE_HA_ALL InpSourcePrice = PRICE_CLOSE_STD;
//--- Indicator Buffers ---
double BufferVIDYA[];
//--- Global calculator object ---
CVIDYAStdevCalculator *g_calculator;
//+------------------------------------------------------------------+
int OnInit()
{
SetIndexBuffer(0, BufferVIDYA, INDICATOR_DATA);
ArraySetAsSeries(BufferVIDYA, false);
if(InpSourcePrice <= PRICE_HA_CLOSE)
g_calculator = new CVIDYAStdevCalculator_HA();
else
g_calculator = new CVIDYAStdevCalculator();
if(CheckPointer(g_calculator) == POINTER_INVALID || !g_calculator.Init(InpVidyaPeriod, InpStdevShort, InpStdevLong))
{
Print("Failed to initialize VIDYA Stdev Calculator.");
return(INIT_FAILED);
}
IndicatorSetString(INDICATOR_SHORTNAME, StringFormat("VIDYA Stdev%s(%d,%d,%d)", (InpSourcePrice <= PRICE_HA_CLOSE ? " HA" : ""), InpVidyaPeriod, InpStdevShort, InpStdevLong));
PlotIndexSetInteger(0, PLOT_DRAW_BEGIN, InpStdevLong);
IndicatorSetInteger(INDICATOR_DIGITS, _Digits);
return(INIT_SUCCEEDED);
}
//+------------------------------------------------------------------+
void OnDeinit(const int reason) { if(CheckPointer(g_calculator) != POINTER_INVALID) delete g_calculator; }
//+------------------------------------------------------------------+
int OnCalculate(const int rates_total, const int, const datetime&[], const double &open[], const double &high[], const double &low[], const double &close[], const long&[], const long&[], const int&[])
{
if(CheckPointer(g_calculator) == POINTER_INVALID)
return 0;
ENUM_APPLIED_PRICE price_type = (InpSourcePrice <= PRICE_HA_CLOSE) ? (ENUM_APPLIED_PRICE)(-(int)InpSourcePrice) : (ENUM_APPLIED_PRICE)InpSourcePrice;
g_calculator.Calculate(rates_total, price_type, open, high, low, close, BufferVIDYA);
return(rates_total);
}
//+------------------------------------------------------------------+
//+------------------------------------------------------------------+