Live example
Settings and defaults
| Setting | Default | Allowed range |
|---|---|---|
| Transitions | 14 | 1 to 500 |
| EMA smoothing | 3 | 1 to 500 |
| Price source | Close | Open, High, Low, Close, High-low average, Typical price, OHLC average |
What it plots
Drawn in its own pane below the price chart, with its own scale.
| Line | Unit | Drawn as | First value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Value | Percent | Line | after 17 candles |
Calculation notes
- Measures directed price-path efficiency over the selected number of transitions, then smooths it with an SMA-seeded EMA. Results depend on price units, so avoid direct comparisons between differently scaled instruments. Missing data restarts preparation.
Questions
What are the default settings of Polarized Fractal Efficiency?
The defaults are Transitions: 14, EMA smoothing: 3, Price source: Close. You can change every setting on the live chart.
Can I use Polarized Fractal Efficiency for free on TraderAI?
Yes. Every indicator in the library can be added to the free live chart. The free plan keeps up to 2 indicators active at the same time; Pro lets you combine more on one chart.
Educational content. Indicators describe past prices; they do not predict future prices and are not investment advice.