diff --git a/Indicators/MyIndicators/ATR_Pro.md b/Indicators/MyIndicators/ATR_Pro.md index e4d9db6..bdcddb9 100644 --- a/Indicators/MyIndicators/ATR_Pro.md +++ b/Indicators/MyIndicators/ATR_Pro.md @@ -1,4 +1,4 @@ -# Average True Range (ATR) Professional +# Average True Range (ATR) Pro ## 1. Summary (Introduction) @@ -36,9 +36,13 @@ The ATR is based on the concept of the "True Range" (TR), which provides a more * **Modular Calculation Engine (`ATR_Calculator.mqh`):** All core calculation logic is encapsulated within a reusable include file. The engine now includes a final, optional step to convert the result to a percentage based on a user-selected mode. -* **Object-Oriented Design (Inheritance):** A base class, `CATRCalculator`, handles the shared Wilder's smoothing algorithm. A derived class, `CATRCalculator_HA`, overrides only the initial calculation of the raw True Range values to use Heikin Ashi candles. +* **Optimized Incremental Calculation:** + Unlike basic implementations that recalculate the entire history on every tick, this indicator employs an intelligent incremental algorithm. + * It utilizes the `prev_calculated` state to determine the exact starting point for updates. + * **Persistent State:** The internal buffers (like `m_tr` and `m_atr_raw`) persist their state between ticks. This allows the recursive Wilder's Smoothing algorithm to continue seamlessly from the last known value without re-processing the entire history. + * This results in **O(1) complexity** per tick, ensuring instant updates and zero lag, even on charts with extensive history. -* **Stability via Full Recalculation:** We use a full recalculation on every tick for maximum stability. +* **Object-Oriented Design (Inheritance):** A base class, `CATRCalculator`, handles the shared Wilder's smoothing algorithm. A derived class, `CATRCalculator_HA`, overrides only the initial calculation of the raw True Range values to use Heikin Ashi candles. ## 4. Parameters (`ATR_Pro.mq5`)